Pacifica tears down Chit Chat Cafe as pier deteriorates

Demolition began Tuesday at Pacifica Pier after city officials discovered rapidly widening structural cracks and shifting concrete that threatened the stability of the pier and an iconic waterfront cafe.

San Francisco home being sold with unusual option of AI stock as payment

Amid an AI boom that’s disrupting San Francisco’s housing market, a home in one of the city’s most highly desirable neighborhoods is offering the option of paying with stock from two world-leading artificial intelligence companies.

Vegetation fire near San Jose golf course quickly contained

A vegetation fire that broke out Tuesday afternoon near a San Jose golf course was quickly brought under control, authorities said.

Rev. Dr. Amos Brown set to receive the Spingard Medal, the highest honor from NAACP
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The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, or NAACP, will honor Rev. Dr. Amos C. Brown with the 2026 Spingarn Medal in July for his lifetime of working toward the cause of equality, justice, and opportunity for Black Americans.

Fairfield Mayor Catherine Moy resigns amid probe into legal residence

Fairfield Mayor Catherine "Cat" Moy resigned Tuesday morning on the heels of an ongoing probe ordered by the City Council into her legal home address and a major loss in her bid for Solano County supervisor.

Alameda County sheriff makes arrest after stolen vehicle heist

The Alameda County Sheriff's Office announced Tuesday that they have arrested an Oakland man in connection with five stolen vehicles, including an unmarked police car belonging to the sheriff's office, from a county parking garage over the weekend. 

FBI raids Contra Costa County tax assessor's office

FBI agents served three search warrants in Contra Costa County on Tuesday morning, including at the tax assessor's office, and the homes of the current and outgoing tax assessor, according to the agency, interviews and video at the scene.

Fan-favorite Oakland sports bar making its grand re-opening

The popular sports bar, Oakland Athletic Club, is making its grand return to the public on Thursday, just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Bicyclist killed in San Jose car accident

A man on a bicycle in San Jose was killed Tuesday in a car accident, police said.

Zendaya pays surprise visit to Rakestraw Books in Danville
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An East Bay bookstore, Rakestraw Books, had a surprise visit from Emmy-award winning and Oakland native, Zendaya on Saturday. 

San Francisco leaders say they're making progress with homeless population

San Francisco leaders say they are making significant progress in addressing the city's homeless problem, pointing to new data released Tuesday morning.

17-year-old soccer player killed in San Francisco car crash

Hundreds of family members, friends, and teammates gathered at Crocker Amazon Park in San Francisco to honor the memory of a 17-year-old beloved soccer player who was killed in a devastating car crash.

Team Paraguay draws large crowd for open practice at San Jose State University

Soccer fever has officially taken over the Bay Area with World Cup play just three days away. A large crowd gathered at San Jose State University this afternoon to watch Team Paraguay during an open community practice session.  

Demolition of beloved Pacifica cafe approved, damaged pier's fate uncertain

The damaged Pacifica Municipal Pier is now an official emergency zone as the fate of the 53-year-old structure hangs in the balance, but the future of its much-loved eatery is already sealed.

SF General Hospital, UCSF fined by Cal/OSHA for worker violations connected to deadly stabbing

Cal/OSHA is fining Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and the University of California San Francisco for violations of worker safety laws in connection to an employee's deadly stabbing last year. 

From clouds to heat
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A weak system could produce a few sprinkles or spotty drizzle Tuesday morning.  The clouds will be clearing later in the day.  Highs should range from the low 60s to the mid 80s. Our weather focus will then shift to the heat.  We are expecting a big temperature bounce Wednesday.  Thursday should be the hottest day of the week.  Some inland areas could approach 102 degrees. Dry winds will also be increasing from the north.  Fire danger, as a result, will  be increasing by midweek.