Rep. Josh Harder and Stockton officials say an ICE field office refused to answer basic questions about body cameras, masks and detainees' access to counsel after an inspection. Local leaders are pushing for clearer rules and more oversight.

Fremont police say K-9 Rusty found a loaded handgun hidden in a car stopped on Mission Boulevard. Detectives say the vehicle is linked to two recent firearm incidents.

A second-floor Alameda apartment caught fire on the 100 block of Corpus Christi Road; no injuries were reported and Oakland units helped cover the city.

San José Mayor Matt Mahan entered the 2026 governor's race, pitching city-level declines in unsheltered homelessness and a "Back to Basics" agenda. His campaign leans on quick-build shelter and housing reforms.

Patrick Cappiello is bringing a 1,000-bottle wine bar to Jenner next to Café Aquatica, pairing retail bottles with picnic tables and by-the-glass service. The team hopes to open by August 2026.

San Francisco's City Attorney is cracking down on convenience stores in the Tenderloin district involved in illegal drug and gambling activities, with nine facing legal action and potential shutdowns.

San Francisco has changed the timing of its homeless count from night to morning, sparking debate over accuracy and political motives. Advocates fear undercounts and loss of transparency.

Daly City confronts a fence blocking beach trail access; it's linked to Luke Brugnara, with no permits for its construction and signs threatening trespassers. Ownership is disputed as investigations proceed.

Waymo starts its autonomous passenger service to and from San Francisco International Airport for select customers, marking progress in self-driving transit.

A voicemail threat forced Redwood, San Andreas and Tamiscal high schools in Larkspur to cancel classes and evacuate Thursday morning.

A 32-year-old Alameda woman was arrested after prosecutors say she beat her legally blind teen while a toddler ran into traffic and was nearly hit.

Advanced Linen Service will close after a sale to Alsco, putting nearly 90 Patterson workers out of their jobs and deepening recent job losses in Stanislaus County.

A projected $2.9M hike in Saratoga's sheriff contract could leave the city with a nearly $900K shortfall for 2026‑27 as council weighs cuts and regional options.