The state’s middle‑mile broadband backbone hit 1,250 operational miles, creating a continuous route from the Bay Area to Modoc County and priming last‑mile projects to reach homes.

Salesforce gave $3 million to the SFPD’s Real Time Investigation Center, earmarked for drone docking stations, counter‑drone gear and other tech — and renewed privacy concerns.

SFMTA says a bus bridge is running for the Market Street subway and BART is assisting downtown riders. Expect delays and follow station staff for help.

Melissa Perello and pastry chef Melissa Loar are opening Lorella, a bakery and pastry commissary in Russian Hill that will offer croissants, sourdough and more before the holidays.

Brex signed a near‑decade lease for the entire 270 Brannan building in SoMa, marking a major corporate return to San Francisco's office market.

Surf-ready pups and their owners head to Linda Mar Beach on Aug. 1 for the World Dog Surfing Championships, a free, family-friendly day of heats, adoptions and a pet wellness fair.

A viral clip from SFO shows a passenger accusing a woman in a United uniform of saying, "Maybe we should call ICE on you," sparking online outrage and questions about staff conduct.

A 28-year-old sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot inside a parked car at Linda Mar Beach after an apparent accidental discharge. Police recovered a loaded pistol and are investigating.

Mass 'Balance Due' notices were taped to doors at Bayview's Alice Griffith while tenants report mold, broken elevators and other failures. Advocates want an independent probe.

Tadaima is preparing its fourth San Francisco shop at 113 Sacramento St., bringing its viral katsu sandos and matcha to the Financial District. Downtown workers can expect grab-and-go lunch options.

A mostly cloudy morning with a small chance of high-altitude sprinkles; inland highs near 82F. Breezy onshore winds return midweek.

Ford recalled 288,314 2016–2019 Explorers after roof‑rail covers were found to loosen and, in some cases, detach; dealers will inspect and fix affected vehicles free.

Kratos will build Elroy Air's Chaparral cargo drones in Sacramento, adding more than 50 jobs and aiming to start production in late 2026.