Thrive City at Chase Center hosted a family-focused Kwanzaa and "Noon Year’s Eve" celebration Wednesday, mixing Afrobeats, West African dance, crafts and a midday countdown. The outdoor program was moved inside because of rain but kept a festive, community tone.

Novato ended formal talks with residents over the Marin Valley mobile‑home park. The city says offers couldn't guarantee long-term affordability.

Tokyo Central is opening a new store in Emeryville, offering a range of Japanese products and embodying the philosophy of Omotenashi hospitality. The grand opening includes a $10 gift certificate giveaway and other festivities.

Four suspects in a Volkswagen Jetta rammed undercover police cars in San Ramon, leading to a pursuit, an officer's minor injury, and the arrest of two individuals.

Sanofi plans to acquire Dynavax Technologies for $2.2 billion, offering a 39% premium on the latter's shares, which may stimulate further biotech deals in the Bay Area.

Isabella Alcaraz faces a lawsuit for $9,500 in unpaid rent at her former pet shop, despite claiming no outstanding rent. The new owner struggles with the shop's condition and eviction.

A shooting in San Pablo resulted in one man dead and another in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident and seeking information on the suspect(s).

Tenants at Santa Clara’s Agrihood say sanitation, safety and air‑quality problems persist as the developer seeks to swap approved rental units for 44 for‑sale townhomes.

San Francisco’s The French Spot has opened a Concord outpost at Oak Grove Plaza, serving signature ube croissants and morning pastries on a limited Thu–Sun schedule.

KRON4 reports a vote‑counting software error briefly miscounted ballots in Santa Clara County as officials process votes ahead of a Dec. 30 runoff.

California now requires tortillas to be fortified with folic acid to reduce birth defects in the Latino community, where prior folic acid consumption was low.

Akeem Web was arrested in Fairfield after an attempted robbery at a bakery and subsequent crimes, facing felony charges.

The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office identified and confronted an individual responsible for illegal dumping in Gilroy, underscoring their commitment to environmental stewardship.