Alameda County public defenders wore black in Oakland, saying surging caseloads and chronic underfunding have hollowed out the Sixth Amendment right to counsel.

Two northbound lanes of 19th Avenue will be closed this weekend for repaving; expect Muni detours and longer trips. State debit cards and several other headlines topped ABC7's roundup.

Mostly cloudy Friday with a high near 64°F and a slim chance of coastal drizzle. More rounds of light rain or drizzle are possible Saturday–Sunday, mainly along the coast.

A San Leandro High senior has sued the district, saying two years of antisemitic harassment left her with panic attacks, lower grades and lost scholarship chances. The suit seeks damages and schoolwide reforms.

A stolen UPS truck led to an early‑morning standoff with Fremont police near Auto Mall Parkway, drawing SWAT negotiators and road closures.

The San Francisco DA's office says 'Mr. Jones' is in custody and faces life in state prison at a May 27 sentencing after a court found three prior convictions and aggravating factors true.

The San Francisco district attorney announced on April 22 that Richard Lamont Jones was convicted of possession of child sexual‑abuse material, witness tampering and 37 protective‑order violations.

The Mission’s breakfast-burrito favorite is opening a second SF outpost on Union Street; the owner confirmed the lease but hasn’t set an opening date.

Four juveniles were arrested near Mills College after officers found a stolen vehicle and two loaded guns fitted with conversion devices. Police say the group is tied to recent armed robberies.

A Prop 64‑funded Berkeley cannabis education program fell short of promised deliverables, yet the nonprofit and a subcontractor were paid roughly $607,000, records show. Evaluators and city documents raise oversight questions.

A San Benito County deputy surrendered after prosecutors say he lent an AR‑15 to a 17‑year‑old at a private Gilroy dinner. Authorities say the weapon was recovered and a warrant was issued.

Meta reserved up to 100 GWh from Palo Alto’s Noon Energy to back up AI data centers. The project begins with a 25 MW pilot aimed for completion in 2028.

A nationwide recall of Breeder’s Edge and Shelter’s Choice puppy milk replacers warns of variable vitamin D that can sicken pups. Owners should stop use and check UPCs.