San Francisco's 38th Annual Christmas Tree Recycling program encourages residents to compost holiday trees from Jan 2-16, 2026, reducing landfill waste and fire risks.

Marin County faces severe flooding from heavy rains and high tides, disrupting travel and impacting residents. Infrastructure damage and power outages are widespread as officials and first responders address the emergency.

Marin County approves plans for a five-story senior living facility in Strawberry, with 106 units for independent and assisted living, catered to the aging population.

Newark Police are seeking help to find Chih Pun Wu, a missing 70-year-old at-risk Asian male last seen on New Year's Eve, described as 5'7" and 120 lbs with gray hair and brown eyes. Call (510) 578-4237 with info.

The NWS San Francisco has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory and cautions against potential flooding, dangerous beach conditions, and a chance of thunderstorms. A respite in wet weather is expected with cooler temperatures to follow.

During a traffic stop, Santa Rosa Police arrested Edgar Vela for vehicle code violations and found him with a loaded revolver, drugs, and open Marijuana containers.

Sutter Health has launched a $10 million renovation next to its Santa Rosa hospital to add exam rooms, imaging and relocated orthopedics as it expands outpatient care. Construction began in December and the clinic is expected to open in phases through late 2026.

Three people were fatally shot early Saturday on International Boulevard in East Oakland. Homicide detectives are investigating and seeking tips and video.

A Napa County deputy has been charged with invasion‑of‑privacy crimes after prosecutors say he secretly recorded and shared nude photos of his estranged wife; one image was mistakenly sent to their 13‑year‑old daughter.

Palo Alto Networks is reportedly negotiating a roughly $400M purchase of Israeli startup Koi, which builds a supply‑chain gateway for endpoints. Talks are said to include a preliminary MOU.

New reporting challenges the online conspiracy around Suchir Balaji’s death, pointing to official autopsy findings and surveillance footage.

The Waterfront Restaurant on Pier 7 has posted 'permanently closed' signs after decades on the Embarcadero. Owners cited steep pandemic-era revenue drops and the future of the pier is uncertain.

A 93-year-old Fremont man surrendered after telling police he shot his spouse in a parking lot. Detectives opened homicide case #260103003 and the DA will review the evidence.