Waymo expands its self-driving service in the Bay Area to include freeway driving and reaches San Jose, offering early access to selected users and aiming for safety in autonomous travel.

Redwood City officers shot a man after a report that someone fired into a sidewalk; the suspect later died and the San Mateo County DA is investigating.

A chef who worked his way through two-Michelin-starred Sons & Daughters and spent a year at a remote Slovenian fine dining restaurant is bringing that training back to the same Nob Hill address—but this time, he's cooking his mother's cuisine. Restaurant Naides opens in December with deconstructed sisig, abalone sinigang, and a vision for Filipino food that has nothing to do with lumpia and caviar.

Palo Alto experienced multiple burglaries, with two homes occupied during the incidents. Police chase ensued but suspects escaped. Authorities urge heightened security and request information.

San Mateo County held a public forum for sheriff candidates, focusing on visions for the Sheriff's Office and addressing concerns like community policing and immigration.

A fatigued train operator caused a Muni train to speed, throwing passengers around, but technical issues were ruled out. The operator is now on non-driving status.

Mayor Matt Mahan is striking deals with PG&E and developers to lure AI data centers to San José. The plan promises revenue and jobs while prompting environmental concerns.

A woman crashed her Tesla into a house in Foster City during a mental health crisis; no house occupants were hurt, and the driver was injured but not under the influence. Police are reviewing the case for reckless driving.

Kuku Studios debuts "In Your Dreams" on Netflix, with actor Simu Liu voicing a character and contributing to an original song, reflecting on dreams and family.

Colma Police apprehended two suspects, Jones and Webb, at a Home Depot for attempting to return items they never purchased. Jones also had drug paraphernalia. Both face theft and conspiracy charges.

The SFPD is seeking help to find Julian Davis, a 10-year-old boy missing since early morning, last seen in red plaid pajamas near Vasquez and Woodside Ave.

During a traffic stop in Fairfield, juveniles were found with marijuana and a realistic BB gun, sparking a conversation on community safety and the importance of discussing the risks of carrying replica guns in public.

Richmond Police are seeking help to find at-risk 76-year-old Ronald Scott, last seen in the 400 block of 25th St., with sightings and information to be reported to RPD dispatch.