Hotter summers, droughts and supply shocks are starting to lift grocery prices; researchers and USDA data show shoppers already feel the impact.

Two good Samaritans stepped in Friday to stop an attempted kidnapping near the Hayward DMV. Police say the suspect fled south on Soto Road and are asking for tips.

A driver died in a solo-vehicle crash on Highway 17 near Scotts Valley; the car hit a tree, overturned and left one southbound lane open during midday delays.

A 16‑floor "vertical village" in downtown San Francisco is fracturing as floor leaders and founders clash over governance, revenue and expansion plans.

A Juneteenth day party in West Berkeley ended in multiple fights, pepper‑spray incidents and arrests; one young person was hospitalized, police and call logs show.

A multi-agency investigation in Fairfield led to the arrest of a 70-year-old man on allegations of possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material. A second man was held on suspected narcotics-for-sale charges.

Cloudy start in San Jose with inland highs near 77°F. Beach Hazards Statement through June 24 warns of sneaker waves and strong rip currents.

The Levin Johnston team closed two Peninsula multifamily sales — a 16-unit San Mateo building and a 15-unit Palo Alto property — worth about $17.9M combined. The deals highlight continued investor interest on the Peninsula.

A 21‑year‑old suspect surrendered after a two‑hour standoff in downtown Sonoma; officials say no one was hurt.

Cool, foggy Juneteenth morning in San Francisco with spotty drizzle. Breezy southwest winds and a Beach Hazards Statement for Pacific-facing shores through Sunday morning.

Reem’s California is opening a 3,000‑sq‑ft bakery and cafe at 85 Webster Street in Jack London Square, scheduled to open Friday, June 26. The Mission‑based bakery will act as a production hub and small cafe on the waterfront.

Emeryville’s century‑old Townhouse Restaurant says it will close this Saturday unless a private lender steps in. Owner Dan Seng is offering secured terms to keep the doors open.

A 66-year-old man was robbed on the Stevens Creek Trail on June 11. Police say the suspect fled with cash, a watch and a phone.