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A Level 2 storm will hit the Bay Area Thursday morning, bringing heavy rain and winds gusting up to 60 mph. Commuters should expect slick roads and potential flooding during the busiest travel hours. High Wind Warnings are in effect, raising concerns about downed trees and power outages.
The California Historical Resources Commission designated four Bay Area sites as eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. Notable locations include Mill Valley City Hall, built during the Great Depression, and Chautauqua Hall in Pacific Grove, constructed in 1881. The recognition highlights the importance of preserving historical architecture in California.
British journalist Sami Hamdi will be released from U.S. federal immigration custody after being detained for over two weeks at San Francisco International Airport. Advocacy groups claim his visa was revoked without cause due to his critical stance on Israel. Hamdi's family stated he accepted a government offer to leave the country voluntarily.
Ester Hernández's art, including her controversial print "Sun Mad," is now being preserved at Stanford after its significant impact on the Chicano art movement. The artist, who grew up in the San Joaquin Valley, has used her work to address issues like pesticide use and the representation of marginalized communities. Her art challenges viewers and serves as a rallying cry for activism.
San Francisco police confirmed the safe recovery of a 10-year-old boy reported missing in the Forest Hill neighborhood. The boy, last seen wearing red plaid pajamas, was spotted on security cameras six hours later in a different part of the city. Authorities had initiated a search after he was not located for an extended period.
The Mendocino County Board of Supervisors approved a nonbinding resolution supporting PG&E’s plan to decommission the Potter Valley Project’s dams, with a 3-2 vote. Supervisors Madeline Cline and Bernie Norvell opposed the resolution, arguing for a comprehensive analysis of community impacts before any decommissioning occurs.
A bipartisan legislative package poised to end the U.S. government shutdown lacks a solution for expiring Affordable Care Act tax credits. Without congressional action, millions may face significantly higher health insurance premiums starting next year. House Speaker Mike Johnson has not committed to a House vote, diminishing hopes for an extension.
San Francisco will enhance free public Wi-Fi access in Chinatown, announced Mayor Daniel Lurie. The city's #SFWiFi service is now available on Grant Avenue and in key public areas, addressing the digital divide in under-resourced neighborhoods. Nearly half of Chinatown households lacked broadband access in 2024, emphasizing the need for reliable internet.
Urbanist think tank SPUR unveiled plans to reform San Francisco's charter, laying groundwork for a measure proposed by Mayor Daniel Lurie and Board President Rafael Mandelman for November 2026. The initiative aims to enhance governance and responsiveness in the city's administration.
Santa Cruz city workers represented by SEIU 521 reached a tentative agreement to avoid a strike, securing a 13.5% pay raise over three years. The contract includes improved retirement benefits and workplace safety measures, such as trauma leave for employees. Union members will vote on the agreement on Wednesday.