NWS San Francisco warns of severe weather in Bay Area, including thunderstorms, floods, high winds, and risky marine conditions starting December 24th.

Gulf Coast salt caverns offer fast gas deliveries, but slow build times and tight economics could leave AI data centers short on reliable backup power.

Fremont's Jack's Brewing Company will close on New Year's Eve after more than two decades. Owners say rising costs and major repairs made the business unsustainable.

Dave & Buster's will open a 43,000-sq-ft entertainment center at Santa Rosa Plaza on January 26, 2026, promising arcade games, a WOW wall and about 170 jobs.

A puppy named Gwen suffered a severe ear injury after a rubber band was found embedded, the shelter says. Antioch Animal Services is asking the public for tips.

A drunk driver crashed into the Benicia Police Department parking lot, where no one was hurt. The police used the incident to caution against DUI during holidays.

The San Francisco Police Department tackled retail crime in the South of Market area, resulting in 104 arrests and citations for theft and narcotics offenses.

Palo Alto Networks purchased a 14.5-acre lot in Santa Clara for $90 million, signaling potential expansion near its headquarters. No specific development plans or timeline were shared.

Oakland Police rescued two juveniles from human trafficking and are working to combat exploitation, urging public reporting and offering a hotline for assistance.

Two more suspects, Jamieon Miller and Wesley Miller, were arrested in connection to a violent robbery at Kim Hung Jewelry that injured an 88-year-old owner.

Vallejo Police arrested a suspect for a $7,000+ cosmetic theft, aided by a GPS tracker in the stolen goods. The San Pablo Police's assistance and store surveillance footage confirmed the suspect's involvement in this and a previous theft.

Mountain View is distributing free sandbags at its Municipal Operations Center as NWS issues flood watches and heavy rain approaches the Bay Area.

San Jose will offer a yearlong business tax amnesty starting Jan. 1, 2026, waiving penalties and interest and aiming to recover roughly $3.1M while re‑registering lapsed businesses.