David Pottruck sold a Lumina condo after 10 years and netted about $18,300 — a near-breakeven that highlights how SF condos have lagged recent housing gains.

Two years after launching, Oakland’s community-led traffic-safety pilot has delivered only three temporary builds, leaving neighborhoods waiting for safer streets.

Oakland at-large Councilmember Rowena Brown was assaulted and robbed Saturday; her office says she is recovering and the suspect is in custody. The office thanked OPD and asked for privacy.

An adult woman was found dead near the I‑80 east ramp in Vallejo; the coroner ruled blunt force trauma and detectives are seeking tips.

A two-year-old pulled from a Vacaville backyard pool is home after immediate CPR and a swift multi-agency response. Officials praised the quick actions of family and responders.

A 66-unit, 100% affordable building designed by David Baker Architects has moved into the permit phase at 430 Broadway in Jack London Square as the first phase of a county-backed redevelopment.

Napa County and BayREN are expanding EASE Home to bring free or heavily subsidized insulation, duct sealing and induction cooktops to eligible residents. Sign‑up info and workshops are available.

Clay By The Bay abruptly closed after a landlord eviction, leaving potters and teachers rushing to retrieve work and sort out refunds and memberships.

Santa Clara police say a probation search uncovered a loaded handgun hidden in a child's toy bin; two people were arrested and officers seized magazines, ammo and cash. The department credited an automated plate alert with locating the vehicle.

Dr. Joanna Locke will take over as Yolo County’s public health officer on Aug. 24, bringing pandemic response and school-health experience. The board named her Wednesday.

An affiliate of SFF Realty Partners paid $46M for a 104,000‑square‑foot Sunnyvale office at 384 Santa Trinita Avenue, which is fully leased to Bosch. The sale comes as Colliers data show improving South Bay office demand.

Kathiew House has temporarily paused after the owner said her 16‑year‑old son was sexually assaulted during a home break‑in. The vendor is stepping back while the family recovers.

A recycling center in San Jose caught fire early July 23, sending thick smoke as crews battled the blaze. Officials and experts point to battery disposal risks.