Cannery Row Chaos: Monterey Man Dies After Late-Night Hotel Plunge
Monterey police say a man who fled a fight on Cannery Row was found injured after apparently jumping from a hotel patio and later died; investigators are asking for tips.
San Rafael Cold Case Cracked As DNA Links Suspect To 1966 Murder
San Rafael police say modern DNA testing has tied Laurel James Switzer to the 1966 killing of Marjorie Rudolph. Investigators credit Othram and a grant from Season of Justice for the breakthrough.
Sonoma Sheriff Smacked Down as Appeals Court Orders Secret Files Handed Over
A state appeals panel ordered the Sonoma sheriff’s office to comply with subpoenas from the county’s civilian watchdog, clearing a path for a sealed whistleblower probe. The decision leans on recent state rules that give watchdogs subpoena power while protecting sensitive records.
Palo Alto Police Shakeup: Binder Bows Out, Reifschneider Tapped To Take The Reins
City Manager Ed Shikada has tapped Assistant Chief James Reifschneider to succeed Andrew Binder as Palo Alto’s police chief, subject to City Council approval in early April.
Warren Buffett's $19M Charity Lunch Is Back — and Steph Curry Is Pulling Up a Chair
Warren Buffett just casually told his lunch partner something on live TV that his lunch partner didn't know yet — and it involves a potentially eight-figure personal check. The greatest philanthropic meal ticket in history is officially back, with a Bay Area twist.
Allbirds Fire Sale: $39 Million Deal Knocks San Francisco’s Favorite Kicks Off Their Perch
Allbirds agreed to sell its IP and many assets to American Exchange Group for about $39M, and will seek stockholder approval as the company prepares to wind down. This marks a steep fall from its IPO era.












