Contra Costa Health conducted an unannounced inspection of Martinez Refining Company, owned by PBF Energy, for safety violations following multiple chemical incidents.

SRVUSD has launched an e-bike and scooter safety campaign, teaming up with local law enforcement and featuring a safety video to educate students and parents.

San Francisco bans wood burning today due to a Spare the Air Alert, aiming to protect public health and air quality in light of stagnant weather conditions trapping smoke.

A mother in the Bay Area publicly shares her battle to save her son from fentanyl addiction as she advocates for those affected by the drug crisis through her organization, MADAAD.

San Francisco's air quality authority advises residents to avoid burning wood in fireplaces this Christmas to prevent air pollution, also noting the illegal and unhealthy practice of burning wrapping paper.

San Mateo County urges residents to get COVID-19 shots amid disparities in vaccination rates across communities, providing free vaccines through various programs.

Santa Clara County sees low COVID vaccine uptake, with disparities in Latino and African ancestry communities. Officials strive to address health inequities and improve access, promoting immunization through outreach and advertisements.

An incident at Martinez Refining Company caused a foul odor and emergency flaring, leading to a Level 2 health alert in Martinez, which was later lifted.

Sonoma County expands its Mobile Crisis Units program to provide mental health professionals for crisis calls countywide, aiming for fast response times and reduced law enforcement interaction.

Sonoma County declares emergency amid bird flu outbreak.

SCVMC earns High Performing in U.S. News 2024 maternity care.

SF sees a dip in HIV cases, aiming for zero infections.

Avian flu outbreak prompts mass bird culls of at least 250,000 animals in Sonoma farms, as reports note potential cases in other countries, too