Rain returns Wednesday through the weekend while king tides Wed–Sun raise coastal flood risk. A cold advisory hits early Tuesday and winds may pick up late week.

The former Slim's spot at 333 11th St. will reopen as The Budda in January 2026, backed by Oakland rapper Budda Mack.

Two dogs died after stays booked through the Rover app, and owners say others were returned sick. The deaths have prompted an SFPD probe and social outrage.

San Francisco's SFMTA offers free Muni service on New Year's Eve until 5 a.m., with extended public transit options for celebrators, while BART and Caltrain also provide additional services.

A viral office door slam has focused attention on how family courts appoint outside lawyers and private adjudicators — and who ends up paying. Santa Clara judges announced narrow billing changes while critics press for deeper reform.

Corte Madera approved up to $335,000 to replace the fenced Town Park playground. The project combines a nearly $83K grant with town funds and could begin in February.

Shoplifting in San Mateo escalated to an arrest when police found the thief also possessed illegal drugs, leading to Proposition 36 enhancements due to past crimes.

Cold Weather and Coastal Flood Advisories are in effect in the Bay Area, with risks of carbon monoxide poisoning, flooding, and urging residents to prepare for incoming rain and tides.

San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara metro area experiences the most significant decline in home building permits in the U.S., a 68% drop, due to high costs and regulations.

A San Francisco sideshow led to a U-Haul being set on fire, property damage, and community unrest; a suspect was detained and the incident is under investigation.

San Francisco reports a significant drop in crime, including larceny and homicides, with a focus on retail theft leading to safer shopping areas and improved public sentiment. High-tech law enforcement tools contribute to this success.

The National Weather Service predicts dry weather and chilly nights for the Bay Area through Wednesday, with potential rain later in the week. Skies will be mostly clear for flying, and boating conditions calm until the weekend.

A California appeals court ruled that a former San Francisco deputy sheriff's fraud conviction did not meet the statutory test for pension forfeiture, preserving her CalPERS benefits.