Big Rig Overturns On Highway 4, Blocks Eastbound Lanes In Antioch; Since Cleared
A big‑rig overturned on eastbound Highway 4 at the Contra Loma exit in Antioch Tuesday, blocking left lanes and snarling the morning commute before lanes reopened midday.
Oakland Museum Heist Suspects Caught on Video; FBI Hunts Hoodie-Wearing Duo Who 'Didn't Even Know What They Were Stealing'
Security footage from the Oakland Museum heist reveals two suspects meandering through the storage facility like confused shoppers rather than sophisticated art thieves. Authorities' release of the video three weeks after the October 15 theft offers the public its first look at the duo who made off with over 1,000 artifacts—and experts say their amateur mistakes might be their undoing.
SJSU Students Build AI ‘Co-Pilot’ to Avert Airfield Disasters — And Land a Spot in Y Combinator
Two SJSU students joined Y Combinator with Stratus, an AI co‑pilot that transcribes airport radio and flags potential hazards. They paused classes to focus on Demo Day.
Santa Clara Engineers Union Claims Retaliation After Paid Leave
Santa Clara's engineers union says the city retaliated after placing a longtime engineer on leave, filing a PERB charge and demanding reinstatement and higher pay. The dispute comes as major projects and 2026 events put extra strain on staff.
San Francisco Sends Prepaid Grocery Cards To CalFresh Recipients
San Francisco is mailing activation letters this week to CalFresh households with one‑time prepaid grocery cards to cover delayed November SNAP benefits. Here’s who qualifies and how to activate.
OpenAI Chair’s Sierra Eyes 300K Sf Lease In San Francisco’s China Basin
Sierra, co-founded by Bret Taylor and Clay Bavor, is reported to have inked about 300,000 sq ft at 185 Berry in China Basin — a major AI-era office move for San Francisco.
San Francisco's Sole Downtown LGBTQ+ Bar Ginger's Takes "Indefinite Hiatus" Amidst Challenges
Ginger's, the sole LGBTQ+ space in downtown San Francisco, is on an indefinite hiatus due to financial struggles and staffing issues post-reopening. Owner Brian Sheehy seeks a new manager for potential revival.
Oakland Airport Attains Prestigious Level 4 Carbon Accreditation, Pioneering Environmental Progress in Bay Area
Oakland Airport (OAK) achieved Level 4 in the ACA program for its efforts to reduce carbon emissions, emphasizing its commitment to environmental sustainability among North American airports.












