A San Francisco man was arrested in Berkeley after a bartender reported being followed; officers say they found a loaded handgun and suspected drugs in the vehicle.

A California federal judge's Nov. 25 order could open bond hearings for thousands detained under a summer DHS policy; attorneys say more than 36,000 cases may be affected. Courts are already split on how to apply the ruling.

Castro and Duboce Triangle neighborhood favorite corner store Courtney's Produce has announced that it will close after 54 years in business. Courtney's last day will be Friday, December 5.

A classic French-style estate on about one acre in Atherton closed for $15.75M, according to local home-sales records.

The pale reptile who became San Francisco's most unlikely celebrity passed away Tuesday following weeks of declining health. His September birthday bash, complete with city officials and a fish cake, would be his last.

A Waymo robotaxi struck a small, unleashed dog at Scott and Eddy on Sunday night. The rider's Reddit post and a 311 complaint have renewed scrutiny after the KitKat cat death.

A man was fatally shot in his car in San Francisco's Tenderloin District; despite CPR and paramedic efforts, he died on the scene. The SFPD is investigating and seeking leads.

A city contract put a private, unlicensed firm on the Mission’s streets this summer — residents praise the results even as licensing and oversight questions mount.

City Attorney David Chiu plans to sue major food makers, saying ultra‑processed products have driven costly diseases and strained local health budgets.

FEMA processing delays left Berkeley covering an $836,000 gap for the MLK Jr. Youth Services Center renovation, forcing scaled‑back work and local fund shifts.

SFPD released photos and is seeking tips after a Sept. 27 Mission Street assault that left a man in a coma. Investigators say the attack followed a verbal altercation.

San Francisco's controller labeled Mission youth nonprofit HOMEY "tier 3" for undisclosed debts and unclear financial reporting, putting city contracts at risk.

Increased offshore winds, with gusts up to 45 mph, are expected in the Bay Area starting Tuesday night, particularly affecting elevated terrains. The NWS advises securing loose objects and notes moisture levels may mitigate fire risks.