A Novato man was arrested Wednesday after an alleged kidnapping of a 3‑year‑old. The child was found safe and the suspect is held on $500,000 bail.

The California DOJ found insufficient evidence to criminally charge SFPD officers in the May 19, 2022 Mariposa/Owens shooting that killed two men, while urging one narrow policy change.

An AI‑generated clip made by a BART sergeant depicted a Sikh officer with a pistol hidden in his turban, sparking an internal probe and calls for accountability.

A Bay Area man out on a federal gun case was arrested in Oakland after prosecutors say he offered to be an undercover officer's pimp; court filings show prosecutors moved to remand him ahead of sentencing.

An SB 330 application would put 110 modular homes on about 31 acres bordering Yosemite, prompting safety, cultural and environmental alarm from neighbors and tribal leaders. County documents and state rules mean the proposal will move forward through a contested review process.

Families at Browns Valley TK‑8 say they were blindsided after NVUSD announced a leadership change for Principal Meshach Osborne and have launched a petition.

Shangri‑La‑Dee‑Da, a 58‑acre Gilroy estate with a 14‑acre vineyard and full equestrian facilities, is listed at $10.5 million as a turnkey ranch and events venue. The property includes two homes, multiple arenas, ponds and miles of trails.

Next Chapter, a cocktail-forward lounge blending Peruvian and Mediterranean small plates, is set for 142 Minna in SoMa with a soft opening aimed for late March.

Berkeley’s Grégoire opens its first San Francisco counter in the Inner Sunset, bringing its famous potato puffs and sandwiches to 1300 9th Ave. Opening‑day giveaways are planned.

San Mateo County deputies served a search warrant in Half Moon Bay, arresting a 19‑year‑old and seizing two illegal firearms. The action links back to a February investigation.

A neighborhood takeout-first spot, The Parlour House opened on Visitacion Avenue with sandwiches, salads, burgers and wraps and a promise to expand. Owners said they were "thrilled" by the turnout.

Analog Reunion, formerly Cosmico, moves to Wildhaven Sonoma for a screen-free weekend of music, tastings and workshops in mid‑May.

BUILD Inc. asked planners to extend entitlements for the stalled 27‑story SoMa tower and to trim on‑site inclusionary housing to 15% as financing stalls.