Novato city workers are on strike over staffing issues and fair treatment, with the city offering an 11% raise over three years but employees demanding more in light of Measure M revenues.

Kentucky man Frank Falcone pleaded guilty to assault for ramming a car over high beam use in San Mateo. He believed the lights' brightness and "radiation" warranted his response. Sentencing is set for October 7.

The National Weather Service San Francisco warns of a heatwave with temperatures reaching mid to upper 90s, impacting sensitive groups and raising fire weather concerns.

A 13-year-old boy was critically injured after his bike collided with a Nissan Pathfinder in Antioch. The driver cooperated with police, who ruled out alcohol and drugs as factors.

Richmond police shot and killed a knife-armed individual after a disturbance call, initiating a Contra Costa DA's Office investigation into the incident's compliance with law enforcement policies.

The Santa Rosa Police Department launches its third "Missing Person Monday" campaign to solve cold missing adult cases, with a record of previous successes.

Alexander Lopezcorado was arrested for shoplifting and resisting police after a foot chase at a Target in Colma. He had hidden $282.25 worth of goods.

San José Police Department reported the city's 17th homicide after a man was fatally stabbed on Story Road; the suspect fled, and the investigation is ongoing.

Alameda County Fire and CAL FIRE contained a fire near Eden Canyon in Castro Valley before it spread beyond 18.37 acres. The quick response prevented damage to nearby structures and no injuries were reported.

San Francisco's public schools face significant extracurricular program cuts due to a $114 million budget shortfall, impacting disadvantaged students' educational opportunities.

Alaska Airlines introduced seasonal direct flights to Palm Springs from the Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport, operating from October to May with five weekly flights.

CHP Oakland arrested multiple individuals, including a minor with a ghost gun, after a high-speed pursuit involving a red Dodge Avenger. Officers used aerial support to safely end the chase.

The Santa Rosa Police reported the arrest of a suspect for scamming a senior out of $43,000 after she was misled by a fake security alert on her iPad.