FBI agents served search warrants at the Contra Costa Assessor's office in Martinez and two East Bay homes tied to Gus Kramer and Vince Robb. No charges have been announced.

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.

Hardly Strictly is mounting a starry tribute to Steve Earle at The Masonic on Oct. 1, with Buddy Miller directing and proceeds earmarked for Sweetwater Spectrum.

Brussels ordered Meta to reopen WhatsApp to rival AI assistants under interim measures while it probes whether the company locked competitors out. The move raises big compliance and business questions for developers.

Kroger agreed to a $1.25 million settlement after California prosecutors said Carbmaster packaging and online listings undercounted calories on multiple bread products.

Frameline50, the 50th edition of the world's longest-running LGBTQ+ Film Festival, officially kicks off June 17 in San Francisco, and filmgoers will have a new place to hang out before and after each show.

A Bakersfield congressman put language into a federal transportation bill that would limit when ride‑hailing apps can be sued, as Uber spends tens of millions in California.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton opened a probe into FIFA after fans said premium World Cup seats were reassigned. The investigation will look at possible violations of state consumer law.

The county transportation authority programmed $21.6M to finish design of the Broadway grade separation in Burlingame, strengthening the project’s bid for federal money. Officials say a stripped‑down Phase One could cut the basic construction bill to the low hundreds of millions.

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.

A crisp brûlée top and fresh banana make Minnie Bell’s banana pudding a Fillmore dessert standout after a recent Michelin nod.

San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District has posted about 50 red evacuation signs near Mt. Diablo and is urging residents to learn their numeric zone and alerts.

Light coastal drizzle this morning gives way to sun and a high near 69°F. Midweek warming inland may push highs into the 90s; mariners should watch advisories.