Alameda County's DA Office received a $6 million grant for a pre-arrest diversion program to aid individuals with mental health or substance issues, avoiding jail.

The USS Stewart, a WWII destroyer wreck off the Northern California coast, has been discovered by a research team using autonomous underwater vehicles.

The Antioch community has experienced an increase in mountain lion sightings, prompting police advisories to maintain vigilance and secure pets to reduce wildlife attractants.

Jelly's Place animal sanctuary in San Pablo faces closure or relocation due to Caltrans not renewing their lease, with hope resting on finding a new site.

The Santa Clara County Board of Education voted 4-2 to terminate Superintendent Dr. Mary Ann Dewan's contract and appoint Dr. Jessica Bonduris as acting Superintendent amidst some controversy.

Santa Clara County celebrates the 50th anniversary of its Senior Nutrition Program, serving over 1.56 million meals annually and supporting social engagement for seniors.

SFUSD's Human Resources found 350 teachers possibly without proper credentials during a system update and are reviewing 7,000 credentials. Mayor Breed's School Stabilization Team aims to aid the financially struggling district.

A message in a bottle sent from Fiji by three friends from Sunnyvale, California was found eight years later by hikers in Australia, sparking an effort to reconnect with the original senders.

The controversial San Francisco neighborhood name "The East Cut" has been removed from Google and Apple Maps after residents expressed disapproval of the rebranding.

A dog died of heatstroke on a Pleasanton apartment balcony, police ruled the death accidental, no prior animal welfare calls, and urged community vigilance in extreme heat.

The Justice Department ensures fair treatment for non-English speakers in Alameda County, improving language access with ACSO under civil rights laws.

The Solano County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a reported animal abuse case based on images from social media showing an incident in Vallejo's park.

The Castro will soon launch its first night market on Friday, October 18 after the success of night markets in Chinatown, Sunset, and along the Great Highway.