Tests show St. Helena’s water topped the state limit for haloacetic acids; the city approved an emergency SCADA upgrade as crews adjust treatment.

Gabriela Nguyen launches the "Appstinence" movement to help people disconnect from social media, advocating for a step-by-step method to intentionally reduce digital presence.

Redwood City approved architectural permits for a new YMCA at Red Morton Park — a privately funded, two‑story facility with pools, child care and expanded community programs. The vote clears a long‑running plan into its construction phase.

The City of Sonoma has placed free sand at Depot Park and will distribute up to 10 free sandbags per resident as forecasters warn heavy rain and gusty winds this week.

Red Bay Coffee announced the closure of its Fruitvale District headquarters café by November's end, signaling a strategic focus on roasting and other locations.

Waymo expands its self-driving service in the Bay Area to include freeway driving and reaches San Jose, offering early access to selected users and aiming for safety in autonomous travel.

Redwood City officers shot a man after a report that someone fired into a sidewalk; the suspect later died and the San Mateo County DA is investigating.

A chef who worked his way through two-Michelin-starred Sons & Daughters and spent a year at a remote Slovenian fine dining restaurant is bringing that training back to the same Nob Hill address—but this time, he's cooking his mother's cuisine. Restaurant Naides opens in December with deconstructed sisig, abalone sinigang, and a vision for Filipino food that has nothing to do with lumpia and caviar.

Palo Alto experienced multiple burglaries, with two homes occupied during the incidents. Police chase ensued but suspects escaped. Authorities urge heightened security and request information.

San Mateo County held a public forum for sheriff candidates, focusing on visions for the Sheriff's Office and addressing concerns like community policing and immigration.

A fatigued train operator caused a Muni train to speed, throwing passengers around, but technical issues were ruled out. The operator is now on non-driving status.

Mayor Matt Mahan is striking deals with PG&E and developers to lure AI data centers to San José. The plan promises revenue and jobs while prompting environmental concerns.

A woman crashed her Tesla into a house in Foster City during a mental health crisis; no house occupants were hurt, and the driver was injured but not under the influence. Police are reviewing the case for reckless driving.