A suspect was arrested for brandishing a firearm during a road rage incident in Oakland, with the CHP swiftly retrieving the weapon and emphasizing the dangers of aggressive driving.

San Francisco reports a 70% increase in homelessness transitions with 3,600 assisted under Mayor Breed's initiatives, doubling housing slots and expanding support services.

Sonoma County officials raised the Living Wage to $18.10 per hour, linked to inflation, to help local low-income workers. The increase applies from January for new contracts and by July 2024 for existing ones.

UC Berkeley engineering professors Ashok Gadgil and Boris Rubinsky were elected as 2023 fellows of the National Academy of Inventors for their contributions to technology and society.

Oakland Police apprehended suspected stabber Byron Decles without incident, ending a manhunt after attacks last Thursday. The earlier shelter-in-place order for Berkley has been lifted, and police are investigating the motives behind the stabbings.

Avianca Airlines launched a new service at Oakland Airport, connecting the Bay Area with San Salvador. The seasonal flights will operate until January 29, offering convenient travel for families and tourists.

The Fremont Gurdwara will host a New Year event, causing road closures announced by the police, with cultural and safety guidelines in place for attendees.

Recent police activity in Newark included incidents of public intoxication, burglary, and vehicle theft totaling a significant number of calls for the local department.

A man was arrested in Marin County after crashing his vehicle. Police found drugs, paraphernalia, and a loaded gun in his possession. He faces multiple felony charges.

The Rabbit Hole, a new Asian restaurant and bar, is opening soon at the former Old Devil Moon location in the Mission, serving unique Chinese breakfast and diverse drinks.

Caltrans closure of Eastshore Highway at I-80 Gilman Street interchange in Berkeley is causing traffic disruptions during roundabout construction, set to finish in mid-January 2024. Detours and improvements for cyclists and pedestrians are included.

Police in South San Francisco arrested a DUI suspect with drugs and a stolen firearm, and also nabbed four juveniles in a stolen vehicle with an unregistered loaded gun.

SFPD offers a $25,000 reward for information on the unsolved homicide of 22-year-old Relando Bell in Visitacion Valley, encouraging witnesses to come forward.