The long‑stalled Oceanwide Center at 50 First Street is reportedly set to sell for $95 million, a steep markdown after years of liens and lender fights.

Mountain View approved two settlements totaling $675,000 after a council vote — payouts resolve a downtown slip and a Cuesta Park trip caused by a protruding spike. Payments will come from the city’s liability insurance fund.

Michai Adams, known as ChaiBenjii4, pleaded no contest to a gun charge; prosecutors are expected to dismiss murder and assault counts at his January sentencing.

A bronze bust of former Mayor Ed Lee was installed at San Francisco City Hall Friday, taking the pedestal that once held a decommissioned James Phelan sculpture. The donation‑funded work was placed at the Polk Street entrance amid Arts Commission approvals.

The Alameda County DA faces backlash after moving to dismiss a manslaughter case against ex-officer Fletcher for shooting Steven Taylor; experts cite self-defense.

San Francisco Police seek public help in locating a missing dog and identifying a suspect after a 65-year-old man was assaulted and his pet dog went missing.

La Cigale replaced the tip line with a $140 all‑inclusive prix‑fixe and says staff now earn about $40 an hour with paid vacation.

Hai Van Le has been charged with murder and DUI in a fatal hit and run in San Francisco, entering a not guilty plea. Despite DA's concerns, Le was assigned home detention with conditions. The case is ongoing and tips are sought by authorities.

Avenidas Rose Kleiner Center warns federal policy changes could raise costs for families and threaten services for local seniors.

Livermore Police arrested two juveniles linked to a spate of vehicle thefts, aided by regional law enforcement collaboration.

Intel signed a nonbinding term sheet to acquire Palo Alto’s SambaNova, a move that could accelerate Intel’s AI push and reshape the Bay Area chip scene. The agreement is preliminary and will face due diligence and regulatory review.

A 31-year-old man was shot while sitting in a parked car on Eastlawn Street in East Oakland. Police say the shooter fled in a pickup and are asking for tips.

Nurses at MarinHealth plan a Dec. 12 informational picket, saying understaffing and proposed benefit changes threaten patient care as contract talks continue.