Meta is laying off 318 employees in Menlo Park as part of a broader reduction strategy, reorganizing to focus on advanced AI projects amidst a challenging economic period for tech companies.

San Jose's "Momotaro" bronze statue was stolen; police seek public help. The piece, gifted by sister city Okayama, Japan, holds cultural significance. Authorities fear it may be sold or melted down. The community mourns the loss of a historic symbol.

California State Parks plans a controlled burn at Salt Point State Park to manage vegetation and improve wildlife habitat, with temporary area closures and smoke management measures in place.

A Cupertino strip mall fire was contained with no injuries, requiring multiple firefighting units. The incident is under investigation, with some road closures in effect.

A woman left an injured child at a car crash scene on I-580 and was later arrested, suspected of being under the influence, as stated by the CHP Dublin.

San Francisco Fire Department rescued a dog that fell off a cliff at Fort Funston, with help from an SFPD drone. The successful operation resulted in a joyful reunion with its owner.

SFUSD and its administrators' union have reached a tentative contract agreement, averting a strike and granting raises matched to other union increases.

South Park Drive at Tilden Regional Park is closed to cars from Nov 1, 2025, to Mar 31, 2026, for the annual newt migration, allowing safe passage for the amphibians.

Four teenagers were arrested for a robbery and assault near Mt. Madonna High School involving a firearm, with a 17-year-old injured by pistol-whipping. Additional weapons and narcotics were found during the investigation.

Two suspects were arrested and charged in connection with an October 12th Berkeley shooting, aided by surveillance technology and witness testimonies.

Sebastian Garcia, 31, was convicted in San Francisco for selling fentanyl and cocaine base near Powell Street BART Station following an undercover sting operation.

Rolando Clyburn was convicted of second-degree robbery at Civic Center BART; the San Francisco DA emphasized public transit safety and the upcoming sentencing trial.

The Union City Police Department updated on a kidnapping case with a detailed suspect description and a sketch, urging public assistance in identification.