A man in his 30s was shot Wednesday afternoon on the 550 block of 17th Street in downtown Oakland. Police are investigating and asking the public for tips and video.

Fire chiefs across Santa Clara County are urging residents to skip consumer fireworks and attend licensed public shows around the county this July 4. Officials warn illegal fireworks risk fires, injuries and fines.

The first Mercy Housing building at Valencia opened this spring, but Sequoia Living’s permit‑ready second phase can’t start because it’s locked out of the city’s funding queue. Funding shortfalls and eligibility rules are chilling dozens of planned affordable senior homes.

San Mateo police will run nightly suppression patrols through July 4, confiscating fireworks — sparklers included — and issuing citations under the municipal code.

Two North County councilmembers have launched campaigns for San Mateo County’s District 5 following David Canepa’s countywide victory, a race that could change the board's makeup.

An East Bay woman who admitted to being part of a robbery crew that targeted women who "looked Asian" avoided jail after completing a court-ordered diversion program. Restitution and treatment were part of the deal.

San Jose’s Fountain Blues Festival returns to Plaza de César Chávez this weekend with Eric Gales and Ronnie Baker Brooks headlining. Expect beer gardens, food vendors and a packed schedule of blues and soul.

Alphabet will enter the Dow next Monday, replacing Verizon and boosting tech's footprint in the 30-stock index. The swap highlights quirks in the Dow's price-weighted design.

Salem-based Agility Robotics agreed to merge with Churchill Capital XI in a deal that values the company at about $2.5 billion and aims to scale its RoboFab production. The transaction hinges on shareholder and SEC approvals.

Farmers‑market favorite The Frenchy Gourmet is opening a Ferry Building kiosk, selling probiotic‑rich kefir yogurts in more than 30 flavors plus parfaits and savory spreads.

Livermore has banned all fireworks inside city limits — including “safe and sane” types — and will step up patrols around July 4. Hosts could face administrative fines up to $500.

A San Francisco federal judge temporarily barred ICE from making civil arrests at immigration courts nationwide, finding the agency’s policy change unlawful and chilling court attendance.

A new provision tied to a federal housing package — authored by Rep. Ro Khanna — could steer Opportunity Zone grants toward converting vacant SF offices into homes. Local leaders say federal backing might finally close the financing gap.