Santa Clara County bomb squad and explosive‑detection dogs searched El Camino Health’s Los Gatos Hospital Thursday after reports of possible pipe bombs. Officials said the sweep found no hazardous items.

New research shows wildfire smoke is eating into years of smog improvements, raising ozone and public‑health risks across the U.S. and straining monitoring systems. Experts say more sensors and better models are needed to protect communities.

The Sunshine Ordinance Task Force found Mayor Lurie violated public‑records law by withholding texts with a PG&E VP and ordered their release.

Bank of America's CEO says the bank's FIFA World Cup sponsorship could bring major activity to the Bay Area, comparing the tournament to 'a hundred Super Bowls.' Local planners and businesses are already lining up activations and ticket programs.

Rob Bonta led a coalition of 18 attorneys general urging Congress to reject H.R. 8413, warning the SECURE Data Act would preempt stronger state privacy laws and delay key opt-out protections. The group says the measure would limit enforcement and narrow definitions of sensitive data.

Western Asset's WAMCO will pay $100M to settle SEC allegations that a former manager cherry‑picked trades. The move aims to resolve civil probes and return money to harmed investors.

Two California bills aimed at ICE‑linked companies have spooked LIHTC investors, pausing deals and likely delaying a 202‑unit workforce housing project in downtown San Francisco. Lawmakers say fixes are coming, but timelines are tight.

A Ninth Circuit panel suspended two Orange County immigration lawyers and fined them after concluding their briefs included fabricated citations and misattributed quotes. The order also forces new, two‑year AI‑disclosure rules for the firm.

Sunny and warm inland Friday with highs near 87°F. Beach hazards and marine advisories remain in effect through Saturday morning.

Sunny Friday with highs near 76°F and breezy afternoons. A Beach Hazards Statement warns of sneaker waves through Saturday morning.

For 48 years, Orphan Andy's has been where the Castro lands after last call. This week an inspector found something breeding under the dish machine — but the diner quickly addressed the violations and reopened the next day.

Hamdi Ulukaya's camp hasn't said a word about Anchor Brewing in two years — but a document just filed at San Francisco's County Clerk's office says plenty. It puts the Anchor name right back where it belongs, and the timing is no accident.

County records show Google sold multiple Pacific Shores Center buildings in Redwood City to a Farallon-led buyer, with acquisition financing recorded alongside the deeds.