A man assaulted a Safeway employee in San Francisco, knocking her down and dragging her by her hair. The suspect, Kwontell Summerfield, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and robbery.

San Francisco is set to experience rainfall and blustery weather with possible thunderstorms, alongside a High Surf and Frost Advisory, with varying precipitation across regions and warnings of rough seas for mariners.

Sonoma County mandates masks for healthcare workers at facilities from Nov. 18 to April 30 to prevent respiratory illness surge, including COVID-19 and flu.

Alameda County is launching the CARE Act Court to help individuals with severe mental health issues and substance disorders, providing them with tailored support services.

Zoox starts testing its autonomous robotaxis in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood, initially for employees, with plans to expand and eventually offer rides to the public.

Onsen, a Japanese bathhouse and eatery in San Francisco's Tenderloin, is planning a 2025 revival with former manager Adam Wren's efforts and crowdfunding.

Cassava, a renowned San Francisco restaurant, is closing after 13 years. Owners are aiding staff with new jobs and planning new ventures, including a cafe and a North Beach eatery.

Prison officials investigate a suspected homicide after Darius J. Swain was found dead in his cell at Kern Valley State Prison; inmate Gregory Clark is under scrutiny.

Opendoor is laying off 300 employees, about 17% of its staff, as part of a restructuring effort to improve profitability amid a slow real estate market.

Fairfield authorities closed eight illegal cannabis sites, seizing over 8,234 plants and assessing fines of $4.1 million due to various safety hazards.

Windsor police are investigating an early morning shooting where an unidentified male fired five shots, hitting a vehicle and a fence. No injuries occurred, and the suspect remains at large.

SFUSD responds to racist texts sent to Black students, offering support and condemning the acts with partners including DCYF and the NAACP. The FBI and FCC are investigating, with the district focusing on creating inclusive environments for learning.

Oakland Police are intensifying efforts to find Jonathan Bandabaila, missing since May 2019. His abandoned car was found on the San Mateo Bridge, and the public is urged to provide any information.