Federal agents arrested 25 people across the Bay Area during World Cup matches; investigators contacted dozens of victims and seized drones and firearms. Local task forces coordinated with federal partners.

Ed Sheeran plays Levi's Stadium on Saturday; VTA and Caltrain will run extra trains and urge riders to buy fares ahead of time. Expect queues and limited parking; plan your trip.

Intel's Q2 revenue surged 25% to $16.1B, but a one‑time accounting charge drove an $11B GAAP loss. Data‑center AI sales powered the top line.

Fremont councilors deferred a proposed half‑cent sales tax after polls slipped and staff warned a late campaign would be costly. The levy was projected to raise roughly $30–35M a year.

Clear start in San Jose with highs near 81°F and breezy afternoons. Pacific beaches under a Beach Hazards Statement July 25–28 for big surf and sneaker waves.

Statewide test positivity and sewage markers are ticking up in California; health officials say hospitalizations remain low but vulnerable people should stay current on vaccines.

Santa Clara police say a probation search uncovered a loaded handgun hidden in a child's toy bin; two people were arrested and officers seized magazines, ammo and cash. The department credited an automated plate alert with locating the vehicle.

An affiliate of SFF Realty Partners paid $46M for a 104,000‑square‑foot Sunnyvale office at 384 Santa Trinita Avenue, which is fully leased to Bosch. The sale comes as Colliers data show improving South Bay office demand.

A recycling center in San Jose caught fire early July 23, sending thick smoke as crews battled the blaze. Officials and experts point to battery disposal risks.

The Santa Clara DA ruled that two San José officers lawfully shot a man who had fatally stabbed his 9‑year‑old son at Cataldi Park. The 34‑page report lays out the timeline, evidence and legal reasoning behind the conclusion.

Morgan Hill police say thieves stripped copper from several streetlight poles, leaving blocks dark and causing tens of thousands in repair costs.

Sheriffs say changes to California law funnel serious youthful offenders into county custody and lead to releases by the mid‑20s. We unpack SB 823 and §3051 and explain what they actually do.

A state audit says UC and CSU have improved Title IX handling but found inconsistent discipline, weak outreach and problematic language in some reports.