A report reveals inhumane conditions and mismanagement at San Jose's Animal Care Center, prompting calls for reforms and better animal welfare practices.

Glide Memorial Church in San Francisco continued its tradition of providing a Thanksgiving feast for those in need, including the city’s unhoused population.

San Francisco firefighters from Engine 28 saved a family's Thanksgiving by cooking their turkey after an oven fire. They returned the perfectly cooked meal to the grateful family, showcasing their dedication to the community.

Residents in Noe Valley supported the reopening of their local bookstore with a crowdfunding campaign, raising over $150,000 for the new Noe Valley Books.

Vacaville Police Chief Ian Schmutzler will retire on December 31, 2024, after a tenure focused on community connection and resilience following tragedy.

Governor Newsom of California pardoned Earlonne Woods, an ex-San Quentin inmate and co-founder of the "Ear Hustle" podcast, in a step that acknowledged his reformed character.

San Francisco's new policy limits homeless family shelter stays to 90 days, potentially extendable, to prioritize those most in need, amidst mixed reactions and concerns about increased street homelessness.

San Francisco Ballet dancers and stage managers are in a contract dispute over wages and work conditions, potentially affecting the upcoming "Nutcracker" season.

A young coyote was spotted in San Leandro's Washington Manor neighborhood, eluding capture and prompting police to advise residents to not engage with it and keep pets leashed.

A coyote was safely relocated by the SLPD after appearing on a resident's porch in San Leandro, following another sighting where residents were advised to not interfere with the wildlife.

Valley Water's Board of Directors approves an ordinance to reduce encampments along waterways in Santa Clara County to protect the environment and public health, with enforcement beginning in 2025.

Santa Clara County's "Operation Second Chance" offers individuals with non-violent misdemeanor warrants the chance to receive a new court date without jail time in December.

San Francisco resumes its Interfaith Winter Shelter program to aid the homeless with shelter beds, meals, and services during winter, running until March 2025.