Restaurant owner Azmi Murait was attacked with a knife at Shawarma Azmi in San Francisco after confronting a woman over suspected drug activity. He defended himself with kitchen equipment until police arrested the assailant.

Bill Gene Hobbs, a convicted serial harasser in San Francisco, was arrested for a suspected parole violation after his release from prison. His presence raised community concern.

A 17-year-old led Healdsburg Police on a high-speed chase on Highway 101, which was terminated for safety. The suspect was later caught and charged with Reckless Evasion.

Concord Police quickly arrested four juveniles for theft at a mall, recovering $3,400 in goods, with Pleasant Hill PD's assistance. They're exploring links to other recent thefts.

San Bruno Police reported progress in a 1981 cold case involving an infant found dead at Buckeye Park, with help from genetic genealogy identifying the family. They seek public tips and offer anonymous reporting channels.

A candle caused a fire in a Cupertino apartment during Diwali celebrations, displacing about 12 people and injuring one. Firefighters quickly contained the blaze to one unit.

San Francisco Police arrested a suspect in a non-fatal stabbing case in the Mission District, aided by witnesses' descriptions. Silas Patino, 68, was apprehended nearby with a weapon.

Man, 66, gets six years for a peaceful yet unusual bank robbery in Redwood City, awaiting arrest post-robbery.

Puscifer is set to perform at San Francisco's Golden Gate Theatre on May 11, 2026, as part of "The Normal Isn't Tour," with tickets going on sale in October 2023.

Santa Clara County and Abode have opened The Hub and Parkmoor Community Apartments in San José, offering services and 81 affordable homes, with a focus on former foster youths.

Comet C/2025 A6 (Lemmon) is passing close to Earth, offering a unique viewing opportunity in California near Scorpius or Libra after sunset, best seen with binoculars.

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie opposes National Guard deployment to tackle the city's fentanyl crisis, favoring stronger coordination with federal law enforcement instead.

The Sophie Maxwell Building, an affordable housing complex in San Francisco's Dogpatch, will accommodate the "missing middle class" and is set to accept tenants starting November 1.