A California federal judge's Nov. 25 order could open bond hearings for thousands detained under a summer DHS policy; attorneys say more than 36,000 cases may be affected. Courts are already split on how to apply the ruling.

San Mateo County Sheriff's Office arrested Miguel L. Rodriguez for an October attempted murder after a stabbing at Old Princeton Landing. He was charged and booked without incident.

Alameda County Sheriff's Office reiterates its call for tips in the 1983 Kellie Jean Poppleton cold case, reminding the public that even small details could be key.

The Vallejo Police apprehended a repeat offender for grand theft after he stole a cart full of items, worth about $1,500, from a business on Admiral Callaghan Lane.

Castro and Duboce Triangle neighborhood favorite corner store Courtney's Produce has announced that it will close after 54 years in business. Courtney's last day will be Friday, December 5.

A classic French-style estate on about one acre in Atherton closed for $15.75M, according to local home-sales records.

The pale reptile who became San Francisco's most unlikely celebrity passed away Tuesday following weeks of declining health. His September birthday bash, complete with city officials and a fish cake, would be his last.

A Waymo robotaxi struck a small, unleashed dog at Scott and Eddy on Sunday night. The rider's Reddit post and a 311 complaint have renewed scrutiny after the KitKat cat death.

A man was fatally shot in his car in San Francisco's Tenderloin District; despite CPR and paramedic efforts, he died on the scene. The SFPD is investigating and seeking leads.

The Medical Board disciplined San Jose cardiologist Mohammed H. Ahmed after finding he inappropriately touched a patient; the order includes a 60‑day suspension, chaperone rules and extended probation. Ahmed denies the allegations and has appealed.

A Marin County jury found Tonantzyn Beltran not guilty by reason of insanity in her mother’s 2024 killing; the judge ordered her committed for psychiatric treatment.

Instagram requires U.S. employees to return to the office full-time from February 2, aiming to boost creativity and collaboration, as stated by chief Adam Mosseri. This policy is currently specific to Instagram, not affecting other Meta platforms.

A city contract put a private, unlicensed firm on the Mission’s streets this summer — residents praise the results even as licensing and oversight questions mount.