San Jose’s City Council on Tuesday approved five local rule changes easing restrictions on Bay 101 and Casino M8trix. Officials say the package streamlines oversight while preserving public‑safety checks.

A preliminary proposal would replace a North San Jose office with 444 homes — mostly affordable apartments — at First Street and Baypointe. The site was bought last year for $18.5M.

The DA’s office says two men were arrested in separate human trafficking cases after task-force operations. Prosecutors have posted charges, court dates and hotline numbers.

A Contra Costa jury convicted a Richmond pastor this week of sexually abusing a child in his congregation; sentencing is set for April 9 in Martinez.

Caltrans published the Vision 980 Phase 1 final report on Feb. 6, 2026, compiling technical analysis and community input on remaking the I‑980 corridor in Oakland. The study now moves toward a 2026 feasibility phase.

Yaichi in Milpitas stacks tuna, scallops, ikura and uni into three upscale kaisendon and plans to add housemade Sanuki‑style udon.

A new Alameda County suit accuses Emery Unified of ignoring warning signs that let a staffer groom and allegedly assault students on campus.

BART’s posted packet shows a $264M Phase 2 target and roughly 1,170 full‑time positions flagged for reduction across operations and maintenance. The numbers are preliminary and will be vetted in board hearings.

A mountain lion wandered into Pacific Heights; animal-control teams worked overnight to capture and re-release the cat, and no injuries were reported.

Newly released embassy emails suggest RFK Jr.'s 2019 Samoa trip involved vaccine concerns, contradicting his Senate testimony and prompting fresh scrutiny.

An $8.2M Super Bowl legacy fund will upgrade MLK Middle School's field, bleachers and campus in the Portola neighborhood.

Sunny, warm Friday in San Jose with highs near 71°F. Pacific beaches are under a High Surf Advisory through Saturday.

Seven detainees suing ICE over conditions at the California City facility got a hearing in San Francisco as judges weigh emergency care, venue moves and class certification.