A San Mateo traffic stop uncovered a Glock fitted with a multi-burst trigger and suspected narcotics; an 18-year-old Belmont man was arrested. Police issued an advisory.

SamTrans says one-time reserves are masking a structural shortfall that could force fare or service changes after FY2027.

Dense morning fog will slow some Bay Area commutes before clearing to mostly sunny skies with highs near 63°F.

A former Atria Park employee pleaded no contest after cleaning fluid was mistakenly served as juice, killing two residents. The sentence and state oversight have reignited concerns about care‑home safety.

A San Francisco woman was arrested after detectives found a missing 17‑year‑old at a South San Francisco hotel. Authorities say the case involves human‑trafficking and remains under investigation.

A Pacifica man accused of killing a San Mateo woman and posting a Facebook video has been held to answer after a conservatorship office found him competent.

Opening statements began Monday in the long-delayed trial over 'Grandpa Vicha's' 2021 killing. The case remains a focal point for the city's Asian American community.

Zillow predicts modest, uneven movement for California housing in 2026 — Bay Area softness alongside small gains in San Diego and L.A., with rates staying high.

San Francisco‑born Marufuku Ramen will open in downtown Palo Alto at 374 University Ave, offering Hakata‑style tonkotsu bowls and a cocktail program in early 2026.

A nonpartisan report warns California could face a more than $1.8B shortfall next year as cap‑and‑trade receipts fall short of new fixed spending rules. Lawmakers may have to trim programs or shift costs.

A Daly City man pleaded no contest to attempted manslaughter after a May stabbing prosecutors say was tied to an alleged affair. He faces up to seven years in prison.

NOAA's 10‑foot sea‑level visualization shows neighborhoods from the Bay Area to Florida in potential inundation zones, and new research warns thousands of hazardous sites could flood by 2100.

A Civic Lens poll of 400 likely voters puts Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco atop early California governor polling, but strategists say a large undecided vote keeps the race fluid.

San Bruno police are pressing for pay raises as contract talks stall before a Dec. 31 deadline. City leaders say budgets are tight and warn large increases could force cuts.

An interactive Chronicle database compiles thousands of California inspection reports and flags possible patient-harm incidents. What Bay Area patients should know before choosing care.

A San Mateo clinician now rides to 911 calls in a Prius as part of a co‑responder program researchers found reduced involuntary holds and repeat crisis calls.

A new California law requires most store‑bought corn tortillas and masa products to be fortified with folic acid starting next week, with small bakers exempted. Officials say the aim is to reduce neural‑tube birth defects.

Rain returns Wednesday through the weekend while king tides Wed–Sun raise coastal flood risk. A cold advisory hits early Tuesday and winds may pick up late week.

A rollover on northbound I-280 near Serramonte Boulevard killed one passenger and closed lanes for hours on New Year’s Day.

Flood warnings remain near Mark West Creek in Sonoma even as the Bay Area dries out. Hazardous surf and a late-week chill are on the way.

San Mateo County confirmed an unvaccinated adult with measles after international travel; investigators are tracing contacts and no further symptomatic cases have been reported.

Guy Fieri is bringing a free, 10,000‑person Flavortown Tailgate to the Cow Palace on Super Bowl Sunday with live music, sponsor samples and paid VIP upgrades.

President Trump signed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, restoring whole and 2% milk to school lunch menus. Bay Area districts will decide if and when to change their offerings.

A 75-year-old motorist who rear-ended a SamTrans bus in Pacifica on Jan. 8 died after being hospitalized, officials said. Authorities are withholding her name pending notification of next of kin.

San Mateo County collected $4.1 billion in property taxes in FY 2024–25, a 6% increase that boosts school and local budgets while highlighting a state funding shortfall.

A former Daly City music teacher pleaded no contest to felony counts alleging a sexual relationship with a former student; sentencing is scheduled in February. The victim has also filed a civil suit against the district.

An 8-foot fence and a threatening sign have blocked the main trail to Thornton State Beach; Supervisor David Canepa has asked the Coastal Commission to step in.

A traffic stop in South San Francisco led to two arrests after officers found freshly cut catalytic converters, suspected fentanyl and burglary tools. Police say they’re checking whether the vehicle ties to other Bay Area thefts.

Minor bayshore flooding possible during Sunday’s late-morning high tide; dangerous surf and sneaker waves expected through Monday.

A former Hillsborough resident pleaded not guilty to 15 felony counts alleging sexual abuse as a teen; bail was denied and the case was moved to adult court.

A Spare the Air Alert bans wood burning across nine Bay Area counties this Thursday as officials warn of elevated fine-particle pollution. Exemptions and fines apply.

Rep. Kevin Mullin says he secured $12.75M in federal funds for CA‑15, including a South San Francisco preschool expansion and a slate of transit and safety projects across the Peninsula.

A San Mateo County jury convicted Romier Narag of first‑degree murder in the 2023 Daly City shooting of Frances Lucero. Sentencing is set for March 5, 2026.

A Colma traffic stop near the Metro Mall turned up a loaded, unregistered handgun and led to the arrest of a 26-year-old San Francisco resident. Police shared video and details in a social post.

Caltrans reports nearly 600 encampments cleared and 27,000 cubic yards of debris removed across the Bay Area, with Santa Clara county accounting for 223 sites.

Peninsula Clean Energy lowered generation rates so San Mateo customers will pay roughly 10% less than PG&E; the agency says customers have saved about $225 million since 2016.

An Oakland man was sentenced to five years after prosecutors say he and accomplices robbed a San Francisco mail carrier in October 2023 and fled with hundreds of pieces of mail.

SMC Alert warned drivers to avoid a stretch of Edgewood Road Monday night after a large structure fire; officials advised alternate routes while crews responded.

San Mateo supervisors approved a $2M initiative to subsidize wages for new hires and support local job growth. The county will issue an RFP to pick a program administrator.

San Mateo supervisors approved $831,829 for eight positions to staff a Family Justice Center, add two criminalists and expand anti-trafficking work.

Big Basin and Castle Rock will close today as heavy rain and damaging winds move through; New Brighton campground will also be closed.

SFO will close Runway 1R from March 30–Oct. 2 for repaving; takeoffs and landings will shift to 28L/28R and nearby communities including Brisbane may hear more jets overhead.

Overnight BART work in Millbrae and San Bruno will install new signaling to boost Transbay capacity and may cause nighttime noise for nearby residents.

An equipment issue halted Green Line trains Thursday, disrupting service between West Oakland and 24th Street Mission and prompting transfer instructions for riders.

A San Lorenzo man pleaded not guilty after prosecutors say he defrauded an elderly Half Moon Bay couple of more than $2.5 million; court date set for June 15.

A neighborhood takeout-first spot, The Parlour House opened on Visitacion Avenue with sandwiches, salads, burgers and wraps and a promise to expand. Owners said they were "thrilled" by the turnout.

San Mateo County deputies served a search warrant in Half Moon Bay, arresting a 19‑year‑old and seizing two illegal firearms. The action links back to a February investigation.

Fogo de Chão filed for a liquor license to take the former Macy's spot at Serramonte Center, signaling plans for a Daly City churrascaria. Timelines remain unannounced.

A South San Francisco man was arrested after allegedly threatening a Home Depot security guard with an axe at the Colma store; police detained him behind the Metro Mall.

San Francisco plans a $500,000 settlement after a Laguna Honda transfer is tied to an 80‑year‑old’s death.

SMCCCD and AFT Local 1493 have moved to formal fact‑finding while faculty cast strike‑authorization ballots March 10–12. The district says its offer tops $31 million.

State rankings and community sensors show the east side of South San Francisco carries a high pollution burden, with spikes in PM2.5 and traces of metals. Residents want stronger testing and controls.

San Mateo County warns that rolling federal and state changes to Medi‑Cal and CalFresh could affect eligibility and renewals. Officials say updating BenefitsCal info and responding to county mail is critical.

Ling Nam is opening two Ling Nam Express shops — in Union City and downtown South San Francisco — bringing its famed señorita bread to new neighborhoods. Construction is already underway and Union City is eyeing a June 2026 opening.

A Daly City wallet theft that targeted a 74‑year‑old shopper ended with one defendant jailed and restitution ordered, while several alleged accomplices remain wanted. Courts credited time served and imposed probation in the case.

Pacifica’s City Council appointed Sean Charpentier as the new city manager. He’ll start May 4 and brings 20+ years of local‑government experience and regional ties.

A Daly City man convicted in an Aug. 27, 2025 domestic attack was sentenced to 364 days in county jail, probation and ordered into residential treatment instead of the state term prosecutors sought.

Firefighters responded Thursday after a CAL FIRE CZU post showed smoke over Brisbane; a live ALERTCalifornia camera captured the plume. Local agencies urged residents to monitor alerts.

Colma police say a 30-year-old San Jose resident was arrested after a pattern of alleged thefts and fraudulent returns at the Home Depot on Colma Boulevard.

Jim Irizarry says a years‑old American Independent Party registration was a mistake; his opponent says it undermines his bid to run San Mateo elections.

Rexford sold three Southern California industrial properties for $86.2M while trimming development plans and buying back stock. The sales include Valencia, Fontana and Anaheim assets.

Colma police released surveillance images after a Sept. 8 perfume heist at the Ulta on Colma Boulevard, saying roughly $8,019 in fragrances were stolen. Detectives are asking for tips.

Michael Ku, a 20-year San Bruno veteran and paramedic with an SJSU engineering degree, has been named the city's new fire chief. Officials highlight training and technology as priorities.

The EPA approved a $34M WIFIA loan to fund Daly City’s Vista Grande stormwater upgrades, aiming to curb flooding, reroute runoff to Lake Merced and create local jobs.

Assemblymember Diane Papan’s bill would let San Mateo cities bar under‑12 riders from Class 1 and 2 e‑bikes, pairing warnings and small fines with required data reporting. The move follows local crashes and a county safety forum.

South San Francisco police say two officer‑initiated traffic stops yielded loaded handguns and multiple arrests.

Federal prosecutors say two Bay Area men ran an alleged black‑market gun operation; authorities recovered more than 40 firearms and say undercover buys totaled nearly $16,000.

One bicyclist was hospitalized in serious condition after a Daly City police car struck two riders Monday near Velasco Avenue. Emergency crews responded and investigations are pending.

Saunders Property Company bought Viewpointe at Seaside, a 93-pad manufactured-home park at 1300 Palmetto Ave in Pacifica, for $39.5 million.

A 35-year-old Daly City grocery quietly opened Kukje Bakery this week, offering coffee buns, almond croissants and a full espresso bar. The shop adds a low-key café to the neighborhood.

Brisbane's Baylands redevelopment — proposing roughly 2,000 homes and 7M sq ft of commercial space — moves into final review with an EIR and staff plan due the week of May 11.

A San Bruno resident’s tip helped police trace a vehicle to Daly City and recover more than 30 stolen packages. Authorities say the suspect wore an Amazon vest while taking parcels from porches.

Rep. Kevin Mullin faces four challengers in the June 2 CA‑15 primary as Democrats and a Republican clash over health care, energy and district funding.

A late-night traffic stop near Skyline Boulevard led to two arrests and the seizure of more than 100 grams of suspected fentanyl, deputies say.

Former Half Moon Bay mayor Joaquin Jimenez is challenging incumbent Ray Mueller in San Mateo County’s District 3 race; coastside housing, water and the Corpus removal are front‑and‑center. The June 2 primary could settle the seat.

An undercover Internet Crimes Against Children probe led San Mateo detectives to arrest Christopher G. Purtill in Ukiah after alleged explicit chats with someone he believed to be 13. He is being held in Mendocino County.

Recology has added cameras to trucks in 11 San Mateo County cities. Overfilled carts can draw warnings and, after two notices, a small fine up to $15.

Federal prosecutors say Daly City resident Donald Do tried to export 292 protected loggerhead musk turtles to Taiwan after allegedly buying animals poached in Florida.

A Daly City aide was arrested after prosecutors say explicit photos of a student were found on his phone, some taken inside the school's decompression room.

Volunteer testing found Linda Mar Beach exceeded health limits in 72% of 2025 samples, putting the Pacifica surf spot on Surfrider’s ‘hot spots’ list.

A voter found an unmanned, unlocked vote center in Belmont the night before the June 2 primary; county officials say ballots and equipment were secure.

City Manager Alex Khojikian will lead June town halls to discuss the city’s budget and a proposed 1/4‑cent sales tax that could raise about $7 million a year.

San Mateo County’s Jan. 29 count found 2,240 people experiencing homelessness; shelter placements rose while unsheltered totals held steady. The county says shelter capacity has expanded and hundreds moved into permanent housing since 2024.

Pacifica closed its municipal pier Thursday after inspectors found cracking and concrete separation near the abutment. Structural engineers are assessing damage before any reopening.

San Mateo supervisors are weighing a $10 million plan to build an SMC Childcare Hub and a Tri‑Share pilot to expand affordable options for families. The Board will consider the measure on June 9.