A federal judge overturned a bankruptcy court's judgment against Oakland regarding a coal company dispute, which previously threatened the city with large liabilities.

The Great Dickens Christmas Fair welcomed visitors to the opening of its 41st season over the weekend. The long-running fair creates a Victorian Christmas wonderland, complete with hundreds of costumed characters, performances, artisan shops, eateries, dance parties, and even a miniature live steam train.

A tech investor in San Francisco experienced a home invasion where a robber posing as a delivery worker stole devices and $11 million in cryptocurrency.

Fairfield’s council reopened a decades-old tree-and-sidewalk rule; staff wants homeowners to pick up maintenance costs and legal risk, with a draft due in January.

Santa Clara police confirm an active investigation into Councilmember Kevin Park over an alleged court‑order violation. Details remain limited as the department probes the claim.

San Mateo County deputies found illegal drugs after a domestic disturbance call in Moss Beach, leading to the arrest of Robert Hernandez on multiple charges.

Sand Hill says vertical building at The Rise in Cupertino will begin in 2026. The 50‑acre plan includes about 2,669 homes, fewer affordable units than earlier proposals, and fresh debate over fees and financing.

Fairfield Police seek public help to find missing at-risk adult, Jason Ortiz Arriola, last seen in Fairfield, CA wearing a gray hoodie and riding a Trek bike.

Police in Vacaville uncovered a fraud and narcotics ring after investigating a theft of medications, leading to the arrest of two suspects with criminal records.

San Francisco has charged Cassidy Wyatt Allen, 45, with murder and burglary after a fatal Ingleside home invasion. He is set for arraignment today as the investigation continues.

Keonte Gathron is to receive life without parole plus 31 years for the murder of Yik Oi Huang and other crimes during a 2019 spree targeting mainly Asian individuals.

A man named Eddie Thomas has been charged by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office with murder, torture, and elder abuse in a 2011 cold case. The victim was a senior citizen.

Two people were arrested in San Mateo for burglary, with officers finding drugs, paraphernalia, and burglary tools; one suspect had a felony warrant and the other provided false information.