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.

Google.org is committing $50 million to train 300,000 U.S. skilled‑trade workers through unions and trade groups as data‑center demand surges. The funds will back union training pilots and updated apprenticeships.

Three pedestrians, including at least two S.F. police officers, were struck at California and Hyde; one was pinned under a Lexus and extricated. Investigators have not yet released a cause.

Racist slurs and swastikas were spray‑painted at Rinconada Park; Palo Alto police have opened a hate‑crime probe and are canvassing for tips and footage.

Neon-bright Mission restaurant Shuggie’s will close July 11 after four years amid rising costs and shifting dining habits. Owners plan pop-ups and a farewell party.

A Solano County judge has ordered the man accused in a 2024 Amtrak stabbing committed to a state psychiatric hospital while his case is paused. The decision follows a finding that he is incompetent to stand trial.

Two people were wounded near Crown Memorial State Beach Thursday night. Alameda police say the investigation is active and in its early stages.

Friday morning outages knocked Facebook and Instagram offline for many users, with Downdetector showing six‑figure reports and Meta’s status page flagging Ads Manager problems.

NASCAR’s Toyota/Save Mart 350 returns to Sonoma Raceway June 26–28, bringing Cup-level action, pre‑race access and travel notes for Bay Area fans.

ACMAD says multiple dead birds in Newark tested positive for West Nile virus and crews are treating the area. Residents are urged to drain standing water and use EPA‑registered repellent.

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.

The City Manager’s recommended FY2026‑27 budget balances citywide spending but warns of roughly $20M in revenue at risk; Council will weigh approval June 23.

A San Mateo traffic stop led to multiple arrests and the seizure of more than 30 grams of suspected fentanyl, police posted on X.