An owner filed to convert the Sonesta ES Suites in North San Jose into apartments; the developer says it could include 100% affordable units if the city grants concessions.

A man was struck and killed on West San Carlos; police closed the road and say the driver is cooperating as investigators probe the scene.

Vallejo mourns a pedestrian killed in a traffic collision on November 10; authorities are investigating, with drugs or alcohol possibly involved. Witnesses are urged to contact the VPD.

San Mateo police arrested two suspects after a prostitution investigation at QQ Pain Management Health Center, following surveillance and a search warrant.

San José's Algarve Apartments groundbreaking offers 90 affordable homes, with $3 million DTSC funds helping transform a once-toxic site into low-income housing.

Elijah Gaudet was arrested by Santa Rosa Police for drug dealing, with narcotics and paraphernalia found during a traffic stop and apartment search involving an infant and two associates.

A man died in a suspected road rage incident in Castro Valley. The Alameda County Sheriff's Office seeks witnesses, and a suspect is arrested on suspicion of homicide.

A person was shot Wednesday at Skyline High School in the Oakland Hills; police detained juveniles and recovered firearms as investigators canvassed the campus.

Tests show St. Helena’s water topped the state limit for haloacetic acids; the city approved an emergency SCADA upgrade as crews adjust treatment.

Gabriela Nguyen launches the "Appstinence" movement to help people disconnect from social media, advocating for a step-by-step method to intentionally reduce digital presence.

Redwood City approved architectural permits for a new YMCA at Red Morton Park — a privately funded, two‑story facility with pools, child care and expanded community programs. The vote clears a long‑running plan into its construction phase.

The City of Sonoma has placed free sand at Depot Park and will distribute up to 10 free sandbags per resident as forecasters warn heavy rain and gusty winds this week.

Red Bay Coffee announced the closure of its Fruitvale District headquarters café by November's end, signaling a strategic focus on roasting and other locations.