Drag queen Pattie Gonia backpacked 100 miles in drag to raise $1 million for eight charities supporting diversity and environmentalism, generating over $600k in three days.

Zion Young was sentenced to 50 years to life for the 2020 murder of Kelvin Chew during a robbery in San Francisco. His accomplice, Pasene, awaits sentencing. The conviction follows evidence including surveillance footage, tips, and DNA.

Antioch police have upgraded charges against Brandon Rowlett to murder after the victim he allegedly attacked, Frank Troia, died from injuries sustained in a November incident.

BART earmarks $12M for San Mateo County station improvements, including LED lighting, roof repairs, and station cleanups, to enhance rider experience and station functionality.

A mother and her baby died in a fiery crash on Highway 87 in San Jose involving their Lexus and two Teslas. The family seeks support via GoFundMe, while investigations continue.

Hayward Police solved a July homicide case, revealing Susana Vallejos died from head trauma and strangulation rather than a drug overdose as initially claimed by Michael Flunoy, who has been arrested along with David Lynn for accessory charges.

After a May fire left their Mission building uninhabitable, three tenants allege years of ignored code violations and are suing the landlord for $750,000.

A Pacifica man accused of killing a San Mateo woman and posting a Facebook video has been held to answer after a conservatorship office found him competent.

San Mateo County officials prepare to tackle human trafficking, coordinating inter-agency efforts, ahead of major sports events like the Super Bowl and World Cup.

West Contra Costa School District experiences its first strike, with teachers demanding better pay and benefits, along with support for their international colleagues. Negotiations are stalled despite ongoing talks.

Ariel Vazferreira was sentenced to 25 years in prison for raping a minor, with Napa County DA emphasizing the victim's bravery and the perpetrator's abuse of trust.

San José State dismissed tenured Justice Studies professor Sang Hea Kil after her participation in pro‑Palestinian protests. Academic groups say the move threatens tenure protections as Kil fights back.

A 33-year-old man was shot and later died in a North Oakland parking lot Thursday night. Police say the gunman fled and investigators are asking witnesses to come forward.