Waymo has received approval from the California Public Utilities Commission to expand its driverless ride-hailing service to Sacramento and San Diego. The company plans a gradual rollout, emphasizing safety, and aims to enhance local street safety and reduce pedestrian fatalities.

The California Public Utilities Commission has fined PG&E $21 million for its role in the 2022 Mosquito Fire, which burned nearly 77,000 acres. The investigation revealed safety violations related to PG&E's infrastructure, prompting calls for legislative changes to support wildfire mitigation efforts.

Placer County leaders are advocating for changes to a wage rule affecting goat herders, whose pay could skyrocket due to a new overtime requirement. This could jeopardize wildfire mitigation efforts that rely on herds to clear dry brush, raising concerns about public safety and financial feasibility.

Major League Baseball has announced that San Francisco's Oracle Park will host the 2028 All-Star Game, marking the event's return to the city after 20 years. The last game held in San Francisco featured notable players like Barry Bonds and Ichiro Suzuki.