A Science Advances analysis led by Stanford and UCSF estimates California likely missed about 11,600 COVID deaths in 2020–21, part of a U.S. undercount of roughly 150,000.

Napa County officials say several mailed property‑tax checks were stolen, altered and cashed. The county urges residents to use e‑checks or confirm mailed payments online immediately.

SoDo Donuts launches a weekend residency at Hammerling Wines in West Berkeley, serving seasonal sourdough donuts and coffee. The pop-up becomes a regular weekend café this Saturday.

A 10‑day World Cup–themed Alameda Restaurant Week runs March 20–29 with prix‑fixe menus, brackets and over $1,000 in prizes. Sample specials from Hang Ten Boiler, Burma Superstar and more.

The Press Democrat reports Barry Bonds will join Netflix’s Opening Night desk when the Giants host the Yankees next Wednesday at Oracle Park.

Assemblymember Mia Bonta has introduced AB 2600, a bill to fund attorneys for immigrants in removal proceedings with a priority for people held in detention.

Consumer Reports finds big price gaps across California grocery chains as tariffs and fuel costs add fresh pressure. Where you shop now matters more than ever.

Santa Clara's 3-point barrage and second-chance rebounding set up a dangerous matchup with No. 7 Kentucky in Friday's NCAA first round.

The Counter at Santana Row was ordered closed after a Santa Clara County inspector found live cockroaches. Management says pest-control teams were hired and a reinspection is pending.

The Contemporary Jewish Museum said it will put its SoMa building on the market after a prolonged closure and steep operating losses. The move reshapes the neighborhood’s cultural landscape.

The California School Boards Association says Sacramento’s fragmented policies have stalled progress and unveiled a four‑bill push to force state accountability on closing achievement gaps.

A 34-year-old Newark woman and her dog were struck and killed Monday night on Cedar Boulevard near Joaquin Murieta Avenue as investigators probe the collision.

An early‑morning fire damaged the McDermott Fire Station and a water tender in Bonny Doon; CAL FIRE says the cause is under investigation. Crews held the blaze to the apparatus and performed searches of the building.