Crime rates in San Francisco have decreased by 25.4% in 2025, with violent and property crimes down, but with an increase in property crime in the Southern District and a rise in human trafficking incidents.

Richmond Police are investigating the city's sixth homicide on Klose Way, where an individual died from intentional injuries. No suspects or additional details have been revealed yet.

Mahima Yaqoob was arrested in Palo Alto for using a car and pepper spray in a road rage assault involving a family.

A UCSF‑led Science study in mice found that fat type — not calories — can tell the brain what season it is, and processed hydrogenated fats can keep animals in a summerlike state. Human effects remain untested.

Tenants at Santa Clara’s Agrihood say sanitation, safety and air‑quality problems persist as the developer seeks to swap approved rental units for 44 for‑sale townhomes.

The 114‑unit Montecito Apartments in Santa Clara sold for $51.7M to a coalition of affordable‑housing groups, shifting ownership of a longtime rental community. The seller is listed as an affiliate of Pacific Urban Investors.

Santa Clara detectives recovered thousands of stolen mail pieces and arrested a couple accused of using stolen credit cards; many packages were returned to owners.

A judge handed Alexander McGee an 18-year sentence for the 2020 Berkeley crash that killed Bernadette Young Bear; court records show about 11 years' credit for time served.

Lift Partners paid about $31.8M to reacquire a 120,000‑sq‑ft South San Francisco industrial building in a sale‑leaseback while Goodwill stays on a short‑term lease.

San Francisco’s The French Spot has opened a Concord outpost at Oak Grove Plaza, serving signature ube croissants and morning pastries on a limited Thu–Sun schedule.

The California Supreme Court ruled judges can’t impose fines and fees defendants can’t afford, prompting remands and new ability‑to‑pay hearings across the state.

Contra Costa Health says a confirmed measles case may have exposed shoppers at multiple Walnut Creek stores and the Kaiser emergency department; unvaccinated people should check their status.

Chief Derrick Lew named Nicole Jones assistant chief, tapping a long‑serving SFPD administrator to lead administration, communications and community engagement.