Alameda County deputies say they seized about 2,600 pounds of illegal fireworks in East Oakland and charged a 34‑year‑old man in the case.

ACMAD says multiple dead birds in Newark tested positive for West Nile virus and crews are treating the area. Residents are urged to drain standing water and use EPA‑registered repellent.

Students at UCLA and other UC campuses report invasive proctoring — mirrors, monitored desks and oral exams — while false AI‑cheating accusations rise. Experts urge assessment reform.

The City Manager’s recommended FY2026‑27 budget balances citywide spending but warns of roughly $20M in revenue at risk; Council will weigh approval June 23.

A San Mateo traffic stop led to multiple arrests and the seizure of more than 30 grams of suspected fentanyl, police posted on X.

A car fell from the southbound I-280 overpass near Mariposa Street after midnight, killing one person and sending at least four to hospitals. The ramps were closed for hours as crews investigated.

Photos and videos show Waymo robotaxis stopping in San Francisco bike lanes, prompting safety concerns from cyclists and a pending lawsuit. New July 1 rules will let police cite autonomous‑vehicle operators.

New UC Berkeley and national reports show California’s huge GDP sits beside rising cost‑adjusted poverty and out‑migration. Policy choices about building and permitting are central to the fix.

A Berkeley Ph.D. candidate and founder of ISP‑Myanmar was detained in Kunming on suspicion of espionage, Chinese officials say. Details remain scarce as diplomats seek answers.

A 2,000‑acre St. Helena estate has relisted for $100 million, offering vineyards, water rights, four residences and a private seven‑acre lake.

Molly Tranchin says underwear brand EBY posted an AI‑altered clip of her partially nude and has sued in federal court seeking deletion and damages.

A one‑alarm fire on the 800 block of Divisadero closed the street between Fulton and McAllister as SFFD crews fought the blaze and searched for hot spots.

Sunny Friday with highs near 76°F and breezy WSW winds; Heat Advisory inland. High tides through the weekend could push water into low‑lying bayshore spots.