Guerilla Cafe, the North Berkeley coffee shop and gallery that helped launch Red Bay Coffee, has quietly closed after about 19 years. The closure follows reports of a lease ending and a possible rent hike.

San Francisco becomes the costliest U.S. city for renters, with a 12% rent increase for a one-bedroom home from the previous year. Rental pressures spread to nearby regions, driven by the tech industry's demand for housing.

A kitchen accident caused a fire in San Rafael, displacing five people but causing no injuries. Firefighters contained the blaze within the kitchen area.

A classic French-style estate on about one acre in Atherton closed for $15.75M, according to local home-sales records.

A man was fatally shot in his car in San Francisco's Tenderloin District; despite CPR and paramedic efforts, he died on the scene. The SFPD is investigating and seeking leads.

SFPD released photos and is seeking tips after a Sept. 27 Mission Street assault that left a man in a coma. Investigators say the attack followed a verbal altercation.

San José Police investigate a homicide after a fatal hit and run involving a female pedestrian. Suspect Yanette Beas-Solorio was charged with murder. The incident is the city's 24th homicide of the year.

A man named Josue Cornejo was fatally shot in Richmond; police are seeking help to identify a person of interest caught on video related to the incident.

Belvedere will rehear a $300,000 construction penalty tied to a years‑long remodel at 339 Golden Gate Ave after a judge found the council’s written findings insufficient. The special meeting is set for Wednesday morning.

A man was shot in the 1700 block of 28th Avenue and later died at a hospital. Oakland homicide detectives are asking witnesses to come forward.

Santa Clara’s assistant city manager, Chuck Baker, will leave by year-end — before the Super Bowl and months before World Cup matches. The timing raises staffing and ethics questions as the city accelerates event preparations.

San Ramon Police are investigating a fatal collision on Crow Canyon Road involving a Ford Bronco and a Tesla Model 3, which resulted in the death of a 41-year-old woman. Suspect Badal Dholaria was arrested for DUI and vehicular manslaughter.

Police arrested a felon with a gun after stopping a reckless driver in San Bruno in November. The arrest underscores the department's dedication to safety and community engagement.