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6+ hour, 22+ min ago (181+ words) San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie on Monday encouraged people not to let the darkness of the deadly mass shooting at a Hanukkah festival in Sydney, Australia, cloud holiday celebrations in his city. "We are going to make sure people can celebrate safely and with joy," Lurie said. "We have Hanukkah, we have Christmas coming up, we have New Years, and I want people to come out and celebrate together." Fifteen people were killed by two gunman in a shooting during this weekend's Hanukkah celebration at world-famous Bondi Beach. During Sunday night's menorah lighting in San Francisco, Rabbi Moshe Langer mentioned his friendship with one of the victims of the shooting: Rabbi Eli Schlanger from Chabad of Bondi. "He was the sweetest man in the world," Langer said. "Just so sweet, so nice. He was a big scholar." At San Francisco's…...

10+ hour, 17+ min ago (88+ words) The Trump administration announced Monday plans to hire 1,000 artificial intelligence specialists for a "U.S. Tech Force." Scott Budman reports. The Trump administration announced Monday plans to hire 1,000 artificial intelligence specialists for a "U.S. Tech Force." Tech Force salaries are expected to range from $150,000 to $200,000 a year. NBC Bay Area business and tech reporter Scott Budman takes a closer look at what Tech Force's goal and reaction from Silicon Valley tech specialists. Watch his report in the video above....

10+ hour, 31+ min ago (380+ words) As an East Bay community continues to recover from an explosion last week that leveled three buildings and sent six people, including three PG&E workers, to the hospital. Velena Jones reports. Frustrated neighbors in the unincorporated Alameda County community on Lewelling Boulevard said the blast was the final straw in a years-long fight against a county construction project they say should never have moved forward. "If they would've followed policies and procedures, that explosion would have not happened at all," neighbor Cathy Rodriguez said. Rodriguez said the project widened and raised the sidewalk -- taking part of her property and others on the street, including nearby businesses. She also said the project caused flooding that damaged homes. Now Rodriguez is urging neighbors to come to Tuesday's Alameda County Board of Supervisors meeting to demand the project be reversed. "What I…...

10+ hour, 35+ min ago (364+ words) Parents seek answers after their son died following a hit-and-run collision in San Jose on Saturday night, Marianne Favro reports. Tammie Conti not only is mourning the loss of her son, but she is looking for answers. Loren Badillo, 29, died following a hit-and-run collision at the 4900 block of McCoy Avenue in San Jose on Saturday night. Despite San Jose police confirming it's investigating Badillo's death, the Livermore native's family and friends are canvassing the area and talking to neighbors in hopes of learning what took place. Conti says she believes her son, who graduated from Dublin High School and had just started a new job in AI, engaged in an argument with his girlfriend, prompting him to exit his car. As he walked home -- about a mile away -- he was hit by an unidentified driver. "I don't understand what happened,…...

11+ hour, 18+ min ago (380+ words) Millions of international travelers are expected to make their way to the U.S. for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but unlike years past, they're expected to face added scrutiny, both before they arrive and while they're in the country. Mignon Houston, deputy spokeswoman for the U.S. Department of State, said there will be extra eyes and ears on international travelers who are granted a visa, whether they're coming for the soccer matches or something else. "The United States is a welcoming country, but we're also a secure country," Houston said. Vetting will be stepped up for the visa application process and will continue even after travelers arrive in the states. "This [World Cup] is going to be the greatest World Cup in the history of World Cups, and of course the United States is taking precautions as we would in any element, any…...

11+ hour, 50+ min ago (121+ words) Firefighters on Monday were seen battling a fire at a gas station in San Francisco. Firefighters battle blaze at San Francisco gas station Firefighters on Monday could be seen battling a fire at a gas station in San Francisco. The blaze appeared to be burning at an under-construction Shell station in the area of 16th and Guerrero streets. Watch NBC Bay Area News free wherever you are Firefighters battle blaze at San Francisco gas station Firefighters on Monday could be seen battling a fire at a gas station in San Francisco. The blaze appeared to be burning at an under-construction Shell station in the area of 16th and Guerrero streets. Watch NBC Bay Area News free wherever you are...

12+ hour, 38+ min ago (124+ words) Emergency crews respond to an incident involving a cable car in San Francisco. (Dec. 15, 2025) At least 14 people were injured during an incident involving a cable car in San Francisco, fire officials said Monday afternoon. The incident was reported around 3:10 p.m. by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Authority. San Francisco Fire Department officials said crews responded to the scene at 1351 California Street, between Leavenworth and Hyde streets. The injuries were reported "from a cable car that came to an abrupt stop," fire officials said. An investigation is ongoing and the public should avoid the area while emergency crews investigate, officials said. ATTN: IB California Cable Car Line delayed at California and Hyde due to a Muni-involved incident....

13+ hour, 59+ min ago (438+ words) BART will raise fares by 6.2% on New Year's Day, citing inflation and long-term financial pressures, even as ridership continues to climb across much of the transit system, the transit agency said. The fare increase will lift the average ride by 30 cents, from $4.88 to $5.18, based on inflation recorded in 2023 and 2024. A short trip like Downtown Berkeley to 19th Street/Oakland station will rise by 15 cents, while longer journeys -- including the 45-mile Antioch-to-Montgomery Street trip -- will cost 55 cents more. BART expects the increase to generate $15.6 million in 2026. Parking prices will also change on Jan. 1, though details were not specified. Weekend and off-peak travel continue to drive the rebound. Saturday ridership jumped 19% in November compared with last year, while Sunday ridership rose 16%. Travel to San Francisco International Airport and Oakland International Airport around Thanksgiving increased 12%, BART said. Transit officials said the gains reflect changing…...

14+ hour, 28+ min ago (118+ words) President Trump wants one federal set of rules for artificial intelligence " and wants to limit the ability of states to design their own AI regulations. - On Air Now Playing BSPR Music (Classical, KBSU) What to know about David Sacks, Silicon Valley's AI guy in the White House David Sacks is Silicon Valley's guy in the White House. He's long been an industry booster, but now he's the Trump administration's top advisor on tech and crypto policy. But in recent weeks, he's been defending against conflict of interest questions and faced criticism over his drive to undo state artificial intelligence laws. NPR's Bobby Allyn reports. This article was originally published on WBUR.org....

15+ hour, 34+ min ago (101+ words) Bay Area cities were ramping up security after two gunmen opened fire Sunday during a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia, killing 15 people. Bay Area cities were ramping up security after two gunmen opened fire Sunday during a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia, killing 15 people. The rampage was weighing heavy on the minds of the Bay Area Jewish community as they celebrated the first day of Hanukkah. On Sunday night, there were large gatherings in San Francisco and San Jose to celebrate the Festival of Lights, with those cities' mayors in attendance. Thom Jensen has more in the video above....