JapaCurry has taken over the former Naglee Park Garage space in downtown San Jose as a new American‑Japanese bistro prepares to open. The swap brings curry bowls to a well‑known neighborhood spot.

SoMa Social opened Friday at SoMa House in Mid‑Market, offering chef‑driven comfort food, signature cocktails and a semi‑private Huddle lounge for watch parties.

A wildfire named the Whisper Fire was reported at 2:05 p.m. on May 17 in Napa County on private land. Cause and containment remain unknown as crews respond.

Supervisor Bilal Mahmood will introduce a proposal to expand San Francisco’s Fair Chance Ordinance so out‑of‑state abortion or gender‑care convictions can’t be used in local hiring. Supporters say it will keep discrimination from following people who relocate here.

A Pittsburg man received a seven‑year federal sentence after police found hundreds of child‑sexual‑abuse files on his phone, prosecutors said the material included infants.

A new UC Irvine working paper finds leaving employment before traditional retirement age — especially after layoffs — can be tied to modestly faster cognitive decline. Experts say exercise, learning and social engagement can help protect the brain.

Cool start (about 52°F) in San Jose; gusty winds ramp up tonight with targeted advisories for hills and the coast. Expect hazardous surf and elevated fire risk into Monday.

Sunny Sunday, but gusty winds will spike late Sunday into Monday; Wind Advisory for Bay Area hills and hazardous surf through Monday morning.

Brandon Sanchez, a 26‑year law enforcement veteran and former San Jose deputy chief, will become Gilroy’s police chief on June 1 with a pledge to deepen community ties.

A 21-year-old was arrested after an attempted robbery at a Wells Fargo ATM on South McDowell Boulevard; police say surveillance video and a witness tip led to the arrest.

Straus Family Creamery has recalled select pints and quarts after possible metal fragments were found. The company is offering replacement vouchers to affected customers.

Gusty winds and rough surf will impact San Francisco this weekend. Wind Advisory 11 AM May 16–5 AM May 17; Beach Hazards Statement through May 18.

San Francisco’s animal commission voted to recommend a ban on live-animal sales at pet stores, a move backed by dozens of rescue groups and likely to go to City Hall.