Two San Jose residents were arrested for a 2020 homicide, one charged with murder and the other as an accessory.

The SF Fire Department quickly controlled a fire at 559 Jersey St., preventing neighborhood damage with no injuries reported; the cause is under investigation.

Milpitas Police arrested a suspect for a violent necklace theft and seek additional victims. The man from Oregon was caught following a rapid investigation.

Gram Cafe & Pancakes at Stonestown Galleria in San Francisco is closing by the end of August. Despite the closure, the owner plans to find a new Bay Area location with an expanded menu.

Cisco Systems plans to lay off 7% of its workforce, amounting to approximately 5,900 employees, as part of a restructuring strategy focused on growth areas such as AI and cloud services.

Bay Area residents can expect "deja vu" weather conditions with little change, including mild temperatures and breezy afternoons, alongside a Small Craft Advisory for mariners due to gusty winds.

A fire in Oakland's Chinatown displaced 38 people after starting in a dumpster and damaging four apartment units. Firefighters contained the blaze and authorities are working to restore power.

A grass fire in Marin County prompted evacuations before firefighters contained it at 5 acres; evacuation orders were lifted after midnight. Local agencies coordinated the response and urge residents to sign up for emergency alerts.

NWS forecasts slightly cooler than usual temperatures and breezy conditions for the Bay Area in mid-August, with a marine layer affecting coastal areas and good conditions for aviation inland.

The Major Cities Chiefs Association reports a 7% drop in violent crime in cities like Oakland and San Francisco; some specifics include a 10% decrease in Oakland homicides.

Rescue teams in California successfully hoisted a stranded teenager from Wildcat Canyon using a helicopter, marking the 86th rescue for the CHP's air unit in 2024.

BART's Sound Tracks concert series returns to entertain commuters with free live performances at select stations in August and September, featuring local talent and cultural events.

California Attorney General Rob Bonta supports a rule to exclude medical debt from credit reports, proposing stronger consumer protections and fairer financial practices.