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.

San Francisco's Transitional Kindergarten program faces challenges due to teacher shortages, impacting the education of 4-year-olds and causing frustration among parents at the lack of consistent instructors.

Belvedere will rehear a $300,000 construction penalty tied to a years‑long remodel at 339 Golden Gate Ave after a judge found the council’s written findings insufficient. The special meeting is set for Wednesday morning.

Queer land stewards in Sonoma County are blending prescribed burns, farming and gatherings to restore forest health and queer community along the Russian River.

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.

Volunteers at Berkeley High are urging donations on Giving Tuesday to keep tutoring, college access and wellness programs afloat amid budget shortfalls and frozen grants.

Santa Clara’s assistant city manager, Chuck Baker, will leave by year-end — before the Super Bowl and months before World Cup matches. The timing raises staffing and ethics questions as the city accelerates event preparations.

EBRPD's preliminary plan would remake 20 acres of Berkeley shoreline with a beach, promenade and bike area; the design is estimated at $25M but construction still needs funding and permits.

Bay Area bridge tolls will increase by 50 cents starting January 1, 2026, with additional hikes planned until 2030 for maintenance and operation funding.

Alan Wong was appointed by Mayor Daniel Lurie as the new supervisor for San Francisco's Sunset District, following Beya Alcaraz's resignation. Wong's past experience and community ties influenced the decision.

An unidentified man was found fatally shot at Sixth and Natoma in SoMa early Sunday. SFPD homicide detectives are investigating.

Gene‑edited donor islet cells were implanted into a patient and produced insulin without immunosuppression, researchers report. The result is promising but still early.