SFPD reports surge in recruits; entry-level applications up 40%
The San Francisco Police Department on Wednesday reported the largest surge of recruits in years as it seeks to address an ongoing staffing shortage, city officials said.
Newsom authorizes Bay Area transit tax measure for 2026 ballot
As Bay Area transit agencies face large deficits, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation authorizing a ballot measure in which voters decide on a regional sales tax that would fund transit.
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente workers across California begin five-day strike
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California are hitting the picket line Tuesday, as a five-day strike begins.
California bill to improve cleanup of abandoned shopping carts signed into law
A California measure that seeks to improve the process of cleaning up abandoned shopping carts, which are often a source of blight on streets and in waterways, has been signed into law.
Newsom signs bill allowing for more homes near transit stations
Gov. Gavin Newsom is signing a bill that would allow for more homes to be built near transit stations, in an effort to address California's high housing costs.
San Francisco police arrest 3 following construction site burglaries
Three people have been arrested following a series of burglaries targeting residential construction sites across the city of San Francisco, police said.
Over 200 pounds of cannabis found in traffic stop on I-80 in Berkeley, CHP says
More than 200 pounds of cannabis was seized and a driver was arrested following a traffic stop on Interstate 80 in Berkeley during the Monday evening commute, authorities said.
Man attacked at San Jose VTA light rail station dies from injuries
Authorities in Santa Clara County have launched a homicide investigation after a man who was attacked on a platform at a light rail station in San Jose last month died from his injuries.
8th suspect arrested in San Jose jewelry store smash-and-grab
An eighth suspect has been arrested in connection with a smash-and-grab robbery at a San Jose jewelry store that left the store's elderly owner injured, authorities announced Thursday.
Man found stabbed at homeless encampment in Salinas; suspect arrested
Authorities in Monterey County have arrested a suspect after a man was found stabbed at a homeless encampment in Salinas.
Bill to fast track Highway 37 widening project signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom
A bill seeking to speed up the long-awaited project to widen Highway 37 in the North Bay has been signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom, supporters announced.
Hayward police make arrest after exchanging gunfire with suspect
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a shootout involving Hayward police officers Wednesday afternoon.
San Francisco Fleet Week to go on without U.S. Navy as shutdown continues
Organizers of San Francisco Fleet Week announced alternate plans Wednesday after confirming that the United States Navy would not be able to participate due to the ongoing government shutdown.
Woman accused of robbing children in Salinas neighborhood
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and child endangerment charges after she allegedly robbed children in a Salinas neighborhood Monday afternoon.
Bat tests positive for rabies in Monterey County; pets placed in quarantine
Officials in Monterey County are urging pet owners to ensure their animals are up to date on rabies vaccinations, after a bat in an unincorporated area tested positive for the virus.