Shake Shack has leased space for two new South Bay spots in Sunnyvale and Mountain View, marking first-time locations for both cities.

California residents who used Sutter's MyHealthOnline portal between 2015 and 2020 can file claims by May 5, 2026 for a share of a $21.5M privacy settlement.

Tenants at Bethel AME–owned Fillmore apartments report mold, asbestos and safety lapses while a church leader’s company holds lucrative security contracts.

City Manager Ed Shikada has tapped Assistant Chief James Reifschneider to succeed Andrew Binder as Palo Alto’s police chief, subject to City Council approval in early April.

Warren Buffett just casually told his lunch partner something on live TV that his lunch partner didn't know yet — and it involves a potentially eight-figure personal check. The greatest philanthropic meal ticket in history is officially back, with a Bay Area twist.

Courtland "Corey" Foster, 51, was booked and is being held without bail on multiple child-sex charges as Rohnert Park detectives continue to investigate and seek tips.

Allbirds agreed to sell its IP and many assets to American Exchange Group for about $39M, and will seek stockholder approval as the company prepares to wind down. This marks a steep fall from its IPO era.

The Trust for Public Land says it has terms to buy Golden Gate Fields and wants to hand the 140‑acre site to East Bay Parks as a bayside public park.

San José police say a body was found in a pickup near Francis Drive and McKee Road on March 21; investigators named a missing man and are seeking tips.

Cafe Noir has opened at Prescott Market in West Oakland, serving dishes from across the African diaspora in a market‑hall setting.

A family‑run barbecue group tied to the Ingrams is set to take over the downtown Lafayette storefront at 3422 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Owners have not announced an opening date.

Workers say Oracle sent terse, early‑morning layoff emails to thousands as the company pours money into AI data centers; market and legal fallout are unfolding.

Two men were sentenced after a 2022 Telegraph Avenue shooting that killed Isamaeli "Eli" Mata'afa. The family read emotional statements as the court accepted plea deals.