Skeletal remains recovered at a UC Berkeley construction site are believed to be historical Native American remains; state and campus authorities will coordinate next steps.

Office attendance in downtown San Francisco peaks midweek at about half of pre‑pandemic levels, but Fridays plunge — leaving lunch crowds and retailers quieter.

SMUHSD plans to relocate about 25 Bay Academy students from Burlingame High to Mills or Hillsdale; parents say notice was abrupt and they are demanding answers.

A Miami jury awarded $300,000 after finding Carnival negligent for serving a Vacaville nurse at least 14 shots of tequila before a fall that caused concussion and other injuries. The verdict may prompt more suits over onboard alcohol service.

Union leaders with UESF and AFT 2121 will host a May Day planning meeting Saturday at City College’s Ocean Campus to map educators’ role in May 1 actions.

The Contra Costa College Foundation paid off small unpaid balances for nearly 200 Spring 2026 graduates, clearing holds that kept diplomas and transcripts from being released.

A surprise private fireworks display launched from a barge over the San Francisco Bay Saturday night, rattling neighborhoods and prompting questions about public notice.

A student‑led bargaining session at SF State on April 8 ended with organizers declaring victory — administrators agreed to engage a five‑point demand list that includes AI rules, housing fixes and protections for undocumented students.

North Berkeley’s senior center shut down after rats were found in the ceiling, forcing meals and programs to move while pest crews work to clear the building.

An anonymous donor quietly gave about $1.6M to San Francisco public-school educators — roughly $250 each — in a digital gift-card distribution coordinated by Spark SF Public Schools.

Oakland is weighing a $150K, six‑month pilot to use AI drones to detect illegal dumping and speed cleanups. The plan heads to the City Council on April 14.

California mailed millions of Middle Class Tax Refund debit cards in 2022; many still carry unused funds that expire April 30, 2026. Here’s how to check and claim yours.

Providence has agreed to sell Queen of the Valley Medical Center to NorthBay Health; NorthBay is pledging job protections while the sale undergoes state review.