A 64-year-old Napa man was arrested after sheriff’s detectives executed a search warrant in American Canyon; authorities say the probe involves allegations of CSAM and contact with a minor.

Equal Parts will open next Wednesday in the former Old Spaghetti Factory at 478 Green, bringing Mexico City–style seafood and mezcal cocktails to North Beach. Chef Melissa Perfit leads a shareable, seafood‑forward menu and a tequila/mezcal‑heavy drinks program.

San Leandro Police and the Alameda County Regional Auto Theft Taskforce shut down a local "chop shop" and arrested a suspect, recovering stolen vehicles and a trailer.

Alameda County launched SHIFT, a pilot using pre‑approved designs to speed small affordable housing builds and lower per‑unit costs.

Apple purchased Cupertino office buildings it had long leased, expanding its real‑estate footprint around Apple Park and continuing a broader Bay Area buying spree.

The Ninth Circuit largely upheld a contempt finding against Apple but rejected an absolute ban on off‑App Store commissions, sending the fee dispute back to the district court.

Mayor Daniel Lurie’s new charter working group is stacked with business and philanthropic leaders, and critics say public input was restricted. The composition raises questions about whose priorities will shape any ballot measure.

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.