San Francisco's Legacy Business Registry adds 11 businesses, bringing the count to 427. These establishments gain access to support initiatives like rent grants, reflecting the city's commitment to preserving its cultural heritage.

The CDCR announced "Operation Boo" to ensure sex offenders under supervision avoid minors on Halloween, with parole agents conducting compliance checks and sharing safety tips.

A jury ordered San Francisco's BART to pay $7.8 million to six ex-employees for wrongful termination after they sought religious exemptions to a Covid-19 vaccine mandate.

The San Francisco Superior Court clerks went on a one-day strike to protest management's labor law violations and staffing issues affecting the justice system.

The Santa Clara County Crop Report shows nursery crops and mushrooms as top productions but notes a decrease in mushroom value and climatic impacts on cherry yield, among technological advancements in agriculture.

Dr. Maria Su becomes the interim superintendent of SFUSD following Dr. Matt Wayne's resignation, focusing on restoring trust and avoiding state intervention due to financial strains.

The SFUSD has halted plans to close schools and Superintendent Matt Wayne resigned. Maria Su will take over, with the district focusing on managing resources amid ongoing issues.

Warren Upton, the last known survivor of the USS Utah from Pearl Harbor, celebrated his 105th birthday. He vividly recalls the 1941 attack and lives with memories of his wartime service.

Santa Rosa completes the purchase of a 49-acre property for a new urban park and affordable housing, after years of collaborative efforts and funding from various sources.

Elmwood Correctional Campus opened a Goodwill store to teach incarcerated women retail skills, enhancing their job prospects and self-esteem. The partnership with Goodwill Silicon Valley offers a second chance post-release.

Blind individuals and their advocates in San Francisco rally against Uber and Lyft, alleging service denials for those with guide dogs and demanding better policies and driver education.

San Francisco reports a 60% decrease in tents and makeshift structures since July 2023, with city efforts connecting over 950 people to shelters since early 2024.

Amid high living costs, San Mateo County residents, including the elderly and farmworkers, increasingly rely on food banks, despite the area's wealth. The county allocated funds to Second Harvest to help those affected.