Caltrans will shift eastbound I‑80 traffic onto a new bridge span near Lake Spaulding this week; lane reductions and 30‑minute delays are likely through Dec. 19.

Equal Parts will open next Wednesday in the former Old Spaghetti Factory at 478 Green, bringing Mexico City–style seafood and mezcal cocktails to North Beach. Chef Melissa Perfit leads a shareable, seafood‑forward menu and a tequila/mezcal‑heavy drinks program.

BART fares in the Bay Area will increase by 6.2% in 2026 due to inflation and operational costs, aiming to raise $15.6 million despite cost-control efforts.

San Francisco’s NaYa Dessert Cafe is opening at 620 Fourth St in downtown Davis and is targeting a mid-January 2026 debut with crepes, bingsu and milk teas.

A San Francisco wrongful-death suit alleges ChatGPT fueled a Greenwich man's delusions that led to his mother's killing. The estate seeks damages and court-ordered safety fixes.

A man convicted in a Menlo Park kidnapping and murder plot was denied parole at Pelican Bay. Victims testified remotely as the board ruled he remains a danger.

Goodthing’s two-story Palo Alto shop brings pistachio einspänners and Japanese-style cheesecakes to downtown with a full pastry kitchen. Early reviews praise the drinks and sweets despite premium prices.

San Francisco Fire Department now uses non-PFAS turnout gear, funded by FEMA and its budget. The move, supported by local stakeholders, aims to reduce health risks and aligns with the city's eco-friendly policies.

Lucky Foods cinnamon powder has been recalled after tests found elevated lead. Small 40g brown‑label pouches sold in California and 13 other states are affected.

Grammy‑nominated baritone Jubilant Sykes was found stabbed at his Santa Monica home; police arrested and charged his son and the investigation is ongoing.

Federal prosecutors unsealed an indictment charging nine people in three Oakland grow-house burglaries that prosecutors say ended in the 2023 killing of undercover Officer Tuan Le.

Mayor Lurie joined a groundbreaking for a 303‑unit mixed‑income tower in Lower Nob Hill, with about a third of units set aside for lower‑income residents.

A Compton regular says a routine $10 scratcher turned into a $1 million payday the day before her birthday.