CAL FIRE suspends burn permits in several Northern California counties due to increased fire risk, allowing certain exceptions for public health and safety.

Damien Marcus Cayabyab Beltran was sentenced to 14 years in prison and lifetime sex offender registration for raping unconscious women, with evidence found on his cellphone.

San José Police arrest a suspect for organizing illegal sideshows, which disrupted community events. The investigation started in January 2025, leading to the arrest of Louie Ristow on charges related to the sideshows and probation violation.

Ren Omakase, a new sushi venue by a seasoned team led by Sunny Noah and Chef Wen Zhao, opens in Menlo Park, featuring an Edomae-style menu sourced from Tokyo's Toyosu Market.

A tegu lizard spotted in Joseph D. Grant County Park was safely captured by park staff and is under Animal Services' care, pending owner claim or adoption.

The Santa Clara County DA's Office won a $350,000 lawsuit against Supergoop for falsely advertising its sunscreens as "reef friendly." Supergoop is now barred from using such terms.

Santa Clara County approved a $13.7 billion budget focused on protecting essential safety-net services despite potential federal and state funding cuts.

SJCE's Solar Access Program is expanding to offer a 20% discount on renewable energy to more low-income San José residents due to a new solar plant in Merced County.

Genentech announced a third round of layoffs, affecting 143 jobs, as part of its strategic workforce adjustments, amid broader job cuts across various sectors in Northern California.

Burglars stole $15,000 from a widow's home after her husband, a death metal guitarist, died in a shootout. Two suspects were caught, one charged, another with a warrant out.

Santa Clara County firefighters quickly controlled a vegetation fire in Los Altos Hills, preventing further damage to structures, with assistance from neighboring services. The cause is under investigation.

San Mateo County Supervisors Speier and Mueller have secured $160,000 to revive a Human Trafficking Cybercrimes program for proactive measures against trafficking, with a focus on events like the Superbowl and World Cup.

A man was arrested in Campbell for brandishing a machete during a road rage incident, with police using video technology and a drone to locate and apprehend him.