Three individuals were arrested in San Mateo for package thefts after a routine traffic stop. Officers pursued and detained them, recovering stolen items and drug paraphernalia.

San Francisco‑born Marufuku Ramen will open in downtown Palo Alto at 374 University Ave, offering Hakata‑style tonkotsu bowls and a cocktail program in early 2026.

GM is reportedly eyeing Sunnyvale's Tech Corners to consolidate Bay Area offices, cutting its footprint from over 1 million to about 400,000 sq ft.

Alameda County deputies say callers are demanding about $900 for an ankle monitor to secure early release — the sheriff’s office warns the requests are a scam.

Richmond Police seek help to find 22-year-old missing man, Aaeh Chao. Last seen wearing grey hoodie, dark jeans. Public urged to contact RPD with info.

San Francisco faces a zoning dispute as Align Real Estate proposes a 25-story residential tower in the Marina District, spurring debates on city development and housing laws.

Cornell Harris was convicted of vandalism for kicking down a neighbor's door on Eddy Street, San Francisco, with evidence including witness testimony and video surveillance.

A judge approved a $4.6 million settlement after allegations that a Jr. Sharks coach sexually abused a player in 2021; the accused coach faces sentencing this week.

A woman gave birth in a Waymo driverless car en route to a hospital in San Francisco; both mother and baby arrived safely. Waymo contacted 911 after detecting unusual activity, but reached the hospital beforehand.

An investigation suggests Instacart's AI algorithms cause significant price fluctuations, potentially costing customers more, despite the company's claims of affordability efforts.

San Jose's BART Silicon Valley extension is on schedule and budget, with significant progress on construction for a 2028 start, and encompasses urban renewal efforts, including the demolition of a blighted building.

Brussels has opened an antitrust probe into Google’s use of publishers’ articles and YouTube uploads for AI, investigating compensation and access rules for creators.

Zillow predicts modest, uneven movement for California housing in 2026 — Bay Area softness alongside small gains in San Diego and L.A., with rates staying high.