Tesla recalls nearly 220,000 cars for defective rearview camera issue

Tesla’s new recall affects certain model vehicles manufactured between 2017 and 2023, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Elon Musk hit with $1.5M fine in Twitter disclosures settlement

Elon Musk will pay the massive fine to settle a long-running Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit over his 2022 acquisition of Twitter. The deal resolves allegations that Musk delayed disclosing his initial stake in the company.

Apple settlement: Owners of some iPhone models could get $95

Apple agreed to a massive multimillion dollar settlement for a class-action lawsuit in a deal that means owners may receive up to $95 for each eligible iPhone device. Here’s what you need to know.

Tesla recall reveals stunningly low sales for Cybertrucks

A recent Tesla recall of its Cybertrucks related to a faulty brake issue may have inadvertently shed light on the vehicle's lukewarm sales performance.

Dirt bike takeover of Bay Bridge was chaotic: Police

Oakland police on Monday said officers arrested a total of nine people and recovered 77 dirt bikes and ATVS stemming from a chaotic scene in the Bay Area, which included an hour-long takeover of the Bay Bridge.

CHP issues nearly 12,000 speeding tickets during 24-hour enforcement surge

The California Highway Patrol issued 11,767 speeding citations during a 24-hour Maximum Enforcement Period aimed at reducing fatal crashes.

Autonomous vehicles will start getting traffic tickets on California streets

The new rules will go into effect on July 1, and will allow law enforcement to give "notices of noncompliance" to the companies that operate driverless vehicles.

SFPD warns of jewelry theft ruse targeting seniors

San Francisco police are alerting the public to an ongoing scam where thieves use ruses to get close to elderly victims to steal their jewelry.

Oakland to use street barriers to curb sex work in known hotspot

The city of Oakland will test a new strategy to deter sex work by blocking access to side streets off International Boulevard, though some residents and business owners doubt it will reduce activity.

CHP launches 24-hour statewide speeding crackdown: What to know

The California Highway Patrol is conducting a 24-hour Maximum Enforcement Period to target speeding drivers and promote roadway safety across the state.

Girl fatally strikes pedestrian with car in San Jose

San Jose has recorded another fatal crash involving a pedestrian this week. The latest incident occurred Friday. Officials say the driver of the car involved is a juvenile. 

Meta to lay off 10% of its staff: What we know

Meta, the Menlo Park-based parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, announced this week that it will reduce its workforce by about 10% as it shifts its focus toward artificial intelligence.

Two Oakland nonprofits face setback after equipment, golf cart stolen

Two East Bay nonprofits dedicated to providing youth access to extracurricular activities are reeling after thieves broke into their spaces and stole thousands of dollars in goods.

Wild San Francisco chase ends with stolen car suspect hanging under Bay Bridge

A suspected car thief led San Francisco police on a chase that took a dramatic turn when he got out of the vehicle on the Bay Bridge and climbed underneath the span, hanging from beams to avoid capture.

Meta scam ad lawsuit alleges company profited billions while misleading users

A new lawsuit against Meta claims it profited billions from scam ads while misleading users about its efforts to fight against them. You may have seen these ads before – here’s a look.

Uber found liable in another case where a driver was accused of sexual assault

A federal jury found rideshare giant Uber liable for a driver accused of grabbing the inner thigh of a passenger getting out of the front seat of his car and asking if he could “keep it with him."