The Sierra Club sued the Interior Department, saying it withheld FOIA records about Secretarial Order 3431 and a QR-code review that led to removed park signage. The case could force disclosure of internal emails and visitor comments.

OUSD’s latest enrollment snapshot shows TK growth while first‑year newcomer numbers plunged, complicating the district’s budget outlook. Board action is expected this month.

Court testimony this week said the slain mother told relatives she planned to leave her husband minutes before the July Alameda shooting. A judge ruled the accused must stand trial on multiple murder counts.

Oakland's Mosswood Meltdown punk festival returns in July with John Waters as MC and headliners Iggy Pop and Bikini Kill. General admission starts at $179, with a strong undercard featuring acts like Otoboke Beaver and Scowl.

19-year-old Lucia Sontay Vicente was struck and killed by a vehicle in San Rafael; an intersection known for traffic risks was involved. Police investigate with no arrest yet; safety improvements were planned but not yet implemented.

A 78-year-old woman was hospitalized with head injuries after a purse snatching near Lake Merritt. Police are asking anyone with video or tips to come forward.

Grahame Lesh hosts "Unbroken Chain," a tribute event to Phil Lesh and Bob Weir, at The Fillmore with tickets available since January 16. Proceeds go to Canal Alliance.

A jury convicted Johnny Avila of Attempted Voluntary Manslaughter for a 2022 shooting in San Francisco's SOMA district, where he shot a person in the neck.

David Griffin Giovannini was arrested by Rohnert Park authorities on charges related to possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material after an investigation prompted by a tip.

The SFPD seeks public help to find a person of interest in an assault case that seriously injured a senior and involved the suspect kicking the victim's dog.

Dynatomics filed legal paperwork to list a Keller, Texas address, but its engineering operations and hiring remain in Palo Alto.

Ricardo Monjaras surrendered in connection with a Windsor market shooting; two injured are recovering. His father and brother were also arrested. Police urge witnesses to come forward.

A woman was killed Wednesday after being struck while crossing Point San Pedro Road near San Rafael. CHP says the driver was not arrested and the investigation remains active.