Federal tax filings show Ecumenical Hunger Program recorded more than $1 million in payments marked 'personal expenses,' prompting expert concern and a board review. Donors and clients say they want answers.

Seventeen recruits joined the SFPD’s 288th class as leaders warned that recent on‑duty injuries have underscored how quickly police work can turn dangerous.

About 200 Stanford graduates staged a walkout during Sundar Pichai’s commencement address, protesting Google's Project Nimbus ties.

San Bruno residents and nonprofit groups clashed at a City Council meeting as officials consider a ballot measure to ban safe-and-sane fireworks amid rising enforcement costs.

State officials warn students may not see new Workforce Pell grants when the federal program starts July 1 as California builds the systems and data agreements needed to deliver payments.

Students at UCLA and other UC campuses report invasive proctoring — mirrors, monitored desks and oral exams — while false AI‑cheating accusations rise. Experts urge assessment reform.

A Vacaville pigeon with a pink‑dyed wing was rescued by Napa Wildlife Rescue; advocates warn dyeing or releasing domestic birds often leaves them unable to survive.

San Francisco just posted the fewest tents and RVs on its streets since the city started counting — and the mayor is taking a victory lap. The numbers are real, but what they leave out is the part nobody put on a podium graphic.

Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown will accept the NAACP's 2026 Spingarn Medal on July 22 in Chicago, capping decades of civil-rights work rooted at Third Baptist and in the Fillmore.

A Common Sense Media census finds 86% of 9–17-year-olds have used AI — and many ask bots about health, homework and feelings, often without adult guidance.

San Francisco commissioners advanced a permit that would let Another Planet keep Polo Field concerts past 2029, promising new funds for parks and neighborhood projects.

Seven Fantasy 5 players across California split $704,170 this week, with winning tickets sold from San Francisco to Huntington Park. This roundup lists the retailers and prize amounts.

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.