Oakland police released photos and a suspect description after a woman was reportedly forced into a car in the Laurel neighborhood on Friday night. Investigators are asking the public for tips.

Three people were wounded and one person arrested after early-morning gunfire on International Boulevard. One victim is in critical condition; investigators are seeking tips.

Two brothers are in court over millions tied to a Palo Alto ketamine clinic, trading accusations of overbilling, improper spending and disputed profit-sharing. The dispute resurfaced in Santa Clara court this week as judges consider scheduling moves.

A San Francisco‑based developer filed plans to demolish the Coronet Motel and build a six‑story, 76‑unit apartment building using new state transit rules. The filing leans on SB 79 and SB 330 to preserve today’s development standards.

Bay Area-built FireSat satellites launched Tuesday, promising higher-resolution wildfire detection and faster alerts for firefighters.

Waymo alerted San Mateo police after two 15-year-olds were reported drinking and firing Orbeez from inside a robotaxi; officers detained the teens and released video.

Thermo Fisher says the RapidINTEL Plus cartridge is now NDIS‑approved for qualifying crime‑scene samples, letting rapid DNA profiles be searched in CODIS when labs meet FBI standards.

A San Francisco judge allowed a class action alleging United sold “window” seats with no exterior windows to proceed. Plaintiffs say the case could affect over a million travelers.

San Mateo police used drones and K‑9 Franko to locate and arrest an assault suspect after a brief evacuation at the La Selva at Casa de Campo complex.

Mountain View is preparing to vacate Gamel Way to make way for a seven‑story, 216‑unit condo project that includes 44 below‑market units and replacement homes for displaced tenants. The council is expected to vote on the sale terms this September.

A man in his 40s was killed Tuesday morning in the East Oakland hills near Leona Drive and Old Quarry Loop. Oakland police are seeking tips and any video.

California approved tax credits for 41 films — 35 indies and studio projects like Disney's Hexed — promising roughly $1.1 billion in production spending and thousands of jobs.

Dasbierhauz’s Redwood City location closed June 30. The Middlefield Road space will become Gangsan, a modern Korean spot promising braised short ribs and soups.