The Antioch City Council has unanimously passed an ordinance to combat sideshows by penalizing drivers, organizers, and spectators, amid community concerns and legal debate on its enforcement.

San Francisco introduces Entertainment Zones allowing outdoor alcohol consumption in designated areas to boost the city's nightlife and economy, starting with Front Street.

Evanthia Pappas is named interim Chief of Prosecutors in Alameda County, as part of a DA office reorganization focusing on justice and gender issues. She brings extensive experience in domestic violence prosecution.

California Forever partners with NorthBay Health to open a network of clinics in Solano County, starting with Rio Vista, in a multi-million dollar investment ahead of a key ballot measure.

Oakland Mayor's communications chief and attorney resigned amidst an FBI investigation, though the mayor declared her innocence and has not been charged with a crime.

UC officials have declined Mayor Breed's proposal for a new UC campus in downtown San Francisco, citing financial constraints and lack of state funding.

Activists rallied for Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao's resignation, criticizing her actions on budget and public safety amid an FBI raid. Thao's lawyer stated she isn't the probe's target and will respond soon.

Sheriff Corpus of San Mateo County introduces a leadership change by replacing Undersheriff Chris Hsiung with Dan Perea, emphasizing a commitment to community engagement and operational excellence.

Alameda County DA Pamela Price has launched two new divisions for gender justice and broader justice reform, reorganizing the DA's office to tackle exploitation and violence.

The Supreme Court upholds domestic violence protections in a decision praised by California AG Rob Bonta, reinforcing the firearm possession prohibition under DVROs.

The California DOJ released a report on the fatal police shooting of Joseph Tracy, not charging officers after concluding they believed there was an imminent threat.

California's AG Bonta appeals a court ruling challenging the enforcement of SB 9—a law facilitating additional housing on single-family lots, against cities seeking zoning autonomy.

Mayor Breed nominated Amy Campbell and Sean McGarry to San Francisco's Planning Commission, replacing Sue Diamond and Joel Koppel, bringing expertise in architecture and labor to the city's urban planning.