Berkeley Lab Meltdown: Hidden Cam Nabs PhD Candidate in Alleged Computer Sabotage
A hidden camera at UC Berkeley’s Cory Hall reportedly recorded a PhD candidate damaging a classmate’s computer, leading to three felony vandalism counts and a Dec. 15 hearing.
SF Renters Locked in Bidding Wars for Basic Two-Bedrooms
A $5,000 Alamo Square listing prompted applicants to submit "best offers," highlighting how soaring rents and thin inventories are turning even rentals into auctions. Legal and policy questions are emerging as tenants scramble.
Years After Shocking Sidewalk Shove, ‘Grandpa Vicha’ Murder Trial Finally Kicks Off in SF
Opening statements began Monday in the long-delayed trial over 'Grandpa Vicha's' 2021 killing. The case remains a focal point for the city's Asian American community.
'90s Rock Band 4 Non Blondes Reunites for San Francisco Homecoming and New Music Amid Social Media Surge
A TikTok remix has revived the popularity of '90s band 4 Non Blondes, leading to a reunion with upcoming shows in San Francisco, new material, and a documentary on frontwoman Linda Perry.
UPDATE: San Francisco Hospital Social Worker Fatally Stabbed, Suspect in Custody as Community Mourns
San Francisco General Hospital mourns the stabbing death of social worker Alberto Rangel, with calls for increased security amid staff frustration and grief. Suspect Wilfredo Arriechi may face murder charges.
Bay Area Commuters Face Major Delays as BART Works to Resolve Power Issue in San Francisco
BART experienced major delays due to a power issue, with disrupted services on multiple lines affecting Bay Area commuters. Crews addressed the problem, service was gradually restored, and BART advised patience during recovery.
Japan's 7.6 Quake Spares Bay Area and Hawaii From Tsunami Threat as 10-Foot Waves Slam Aomori Coast
While Japanese authorities rushed to evacuate coastal communities facing 10-foot tsunami waves late Monday, officials quickly confirmed the Bay Area and Hawaii would be spared from any Pacific-wide impact. The powerful quake injured several at a Hachinohe hotel and prompted immediate nuclear facility safety checks across northern Japan.
Tiny SF AI Upstart Wins Court Block on OpenAI 'IO' Name Grab
A Ninth Circuit panel in San Francisco upheld a TRO blocking OpenAI and Jony Ive from using 'io' to market hardware similar to startup iyO's voice‑only computer.
Sunny Outlook Prevails in San Francisco as Dry Spell Continues, Fog Affects SFO Morning Flights
San Francisco is experiencing a series of sunny days with morning fog. SFO may see visibility drop due to fog, with a light north-northeast wind. A high-pressure system is causing a dry spell, expected to continue for over 17 days.












