An injured sea lion near Pier 39 has a fresh lower‑body wound that rescuers say could be a shark bite. The Marine Mammal Center is monitoring the animal and will only attempt a rescue when it can be done safely.

California State Parks announces controlled burns in Mount Diablo State Park to reduce wildfire risks and support ecosystem health between Jan 15 and Mar 15; timing depends on weather and air quality.

The San Francisco Zoo euthanized two longtime residents — Eno the lemur and Freckles the penguin — after sudden health declines; postmortem tests are pending.

CAL FIRE CZU plans a controlled burn in Huddart County Park to reduce wildfire risks by eliminating dead wood and maintaining fuel breaks. The operation is a preventive measure for community safety.

A BOEM draft would put Pacific waters back on the leasing map. Conservationists and coastal businesses warn the move could threaten tourism, sanctuaries and local jobs.

The East Bay Regional Park District expanded by 77 acres for coastal protection and trail access by acquiring land from H.A.R.D., aiming for marsh restoration and sea level rise defense.

Corte Madera approved up to $335,000 to replace the fenced Town Park playground. The project combines a nearly $83K grant with town funds and could begin in February.

A Chimney Rock webcam captured two people throwing rocks at a resting elephant seal; park officials are asking for help to identify them. Investigators are reviewing livestream footage.

Oakland Zoo says Zawadi, a young reticulated giraffe, was found dead on Monday; staff are mourning and have asked for privacy.

Mountain View has assembled adjacent parcels in Monta Loma and begun public outreach for a tiny new mini‑park. The city is hiring a consultant and plans design workshops next year.

The Skunk Train runs a Magical Christmas Train from Willits to a massive decorated redwood touted as the world's largest living Christmas tree. Family‑friendly runs and VIP seats fill fast.

After months of donor‑funding turmoil, Crane Cove Park in Dogpatch opened two playgrounds and a dog run this weekend as the Port covered a funding gap. Neighbors and kids celebrated at a ribbon‑cutting while investigations into the nonprofit's finances continue.

Crane Cove Park in San Francisco expanded with new play areas for children and an off-leash dog run, enhanced by community collaboration and funding adjustments from the Port's Southern Waterfront Beautification Fund.