A 49‑year‑old woman was arrested after an attack at Dreamland Playground in West Berkeley left a father protecting his 3‑year‑old. Court records show misdemeanor battery charges and a Thursday arraignment.

CORE Club amended its suit to add RICO counts against Transamerica Pyramid owners, alleging investor money was diverted to enrich developers and partners.

The Oscar James Residences, an affordable housing project with 112 units for low-income families, has opened in San Francisco's Bayview-Hunters Point, reflecting environmental considerations and a commitment to community revitalization.

Waymo has begun routing its robotaxis onto select freeways in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Phoenix, promising faster trips and new curbside pickups in San José.

A man died in a suspected road rage incident in Castro Valley. The Alameda County Sheriff's Office seeks witnesses, and a suspect is arrested on suspicion of homicide.

A person was shot Wednesday at Skyline High School in the Oakland Hills; police detained juveniles and recovered firearms as investigators canvassed the campus.

A Bay Area‑born neo‑Nazi organizer has reappeared in Petaluma as an SPLC federal suit accuses his network of assault and harassment during a Nashville intimidation tour.

The ACLU sued Santa Clara County DA Jeff Rosen, arguing his office withheld case-level racial and charging data that could reveal disparities. The complaint seeks records dating back to 2015 under California’s public records law.

Morgan Hill Police warn of thefts specifically targeting Dodge Hellcats and other high-performance vehicles in the Bay Area, with increased patrols and collaboration with regional partners to address the issue.

Legendary manager Bruce Bochy returns to the Giants as a special advisor, reuniting with Buster Posey and supporting new manager Tony Vitello. The hire blends experience with fresh leadership.

Silicon Valley Power will ask the Santa Clara City Council on Dec. 9 to approve a 4% electricity rate increase to fund projects and shore up reserves. If adopted, the change would take effect in January 2026.

A 21-year-old Berkeley man was arrested Monday after police say he stabbed his 72-year-old father. The elder is recovering at home and the suspect faces felony charges.

Tests show St. Helena’s water topped the state limit for haloacetic acids; the city approved an emergency SCADA upgrade as crews adjust treatment.