The Gilroy Garlic Festival is set to return this summer at a new location, Gilroy Gardens, with tickets available from May 31.

A fire in a Mountain View apartment complex, started by improperly stored chemicals, was extinguished by firefighters; seven residents were displaced.

St. Eugene's Cathedral School in Santa Rosa will close in June due to financial issues and low enrollment, with current attendance below 100 students.

A 7-Eleven in Petaluma was robbed at gunpoint early in the morning; the masked suspect remains at large despite a police search. Witnesses are urged to contact the police.

A 16-year-old in Petaluma was robbed and had his car stolen by armed suspects, resulting in minor injuries. Police are investigating and seeking information.

San José Police arrest Jaime Cruz Castanon for the city's 10th homicide, after a victim was found dead in a parking lot.

San Francisco's Union Square welcomes a new Nintendo flagship store, providing an immersive retail experience with exclusive merchandise and a custom gaming zone.

Lola's death at San José Animal Care & Services led to an outcry, internal review, and an inquiry into the shelter's practices after a damning audit, with advocates demanding better care.

San Mateo County launches its first Family Justice Center to aid victims of interpersonal violence, streamlining support and housing the Child Advocacy Center.

Police pursued and recovered a stolen vehicle and a loaded gun after a traffic stop in Hercules; a juvenile was arrested, but other suspects remain at large.

San José Police Department will conduct a DUI checkpoint on May 16 from 9 pm to 3 am at an undisclosed location, aiming to enhance road safety by deterring impaired driving.

Caltrain is reducing service at Tamien Station on May 16-17 for maintenance work, with free bus service between Diridon and Tamien stations to mitigate impact.

Outside Lands 2025 in San Francisco will offer a diverse array of food and drinks alongside musical acts, with options for all diets and tastes, including dishes from Michelin-listed restaurants and various local eateries.