Instacart confirms laying off 250 employees and announces a $500 million share buyback as it adjusts its focus towards long-term goals, including advertising and "Connected Stores."

Genetics firm Invitae files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, listing $1.6 billion debt against $535.1 million assets, and seeks buyers to salvage operations.

Nicolas Cage's former San Francisco mansion, damaged by fire, is listed for sale at $3.5 million, with restoration work needed for the 6,925-square-foot property.

The National Weather Service issues a warning for severe weather in San Francisco, including powerful surf, potential flooding, and strong winds, urging residents to prepare and avoid coastal waters.

Quince restaurant alleges that Quince.com's use of the same name is causing brand confusion. Both parties are preparing for a legal showdown over the trademark issue.

Two teenagers died in separate incidents while train surfing in San Francisco, prompting officials to seek train modifications and social media regulation.

Protesters briefly blocked traffic on the Golden Gate Bridge to protest violence in the Middle East before peacefully dispersing following CHP intervention.

A grounded fishing vessel near Bodega Bay is causing concern for an environmental spill, with agencies working to prevent diesel leakage and assess the situation. Crew members are safe.

Daly City declares loneliness a public health crisis, highlighting the risks of social isolation on par with smoking, acknowledging the issue's severity, and committing to fostering better community connections.

San Francisco's Board of Supervisors approved legislation to expedite the procurement of public health beds, tackling the city’s mental health and substance abuse crisis more swiftly.

Lyft's Women+ Connect feature, allowing women and nonbinary users to match with each other, is now available nationwide, promoting safety and comfort for these passengers and drivers.

Dark Bar is opening at the LINE SF hotel, offering innovative cocktails and Asian-inspired dishes with a focus on preserved and fermented ingredients.

San Franciscans lost over $27 million to romance scams in 2022, with the FBI warning against deceivers on dating apps who later push bogus crypto investments, especially targeting seniors.