Popular Rockridge Trader Joe's could be replaced by senior housing
A major new development proposal could drastically reshape the skyline of Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood, and displace a popular Trader Joe's.
A major new development proposal could drastically reshape the skyline of Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood, and displace a popular Trader Joe's.
Suspect steals UPS truck, engages in Fremont police standoff
A suspect who is possibly armed stole a UPS truck early Thursday morning and barricaded himself inside, engaging in a four-hour standoff with Fremont police, officials said.
A suspect who is possibly armed stole a UPS truck early Thursday morning and barricaded himself inside, engaging in a four-hour standoff with Fremont police, officials said.
Virginia redistricting update: Judge blocks certification of new congressional maps
A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.
A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.
Iconic San Francisco Embarcadero fountain set for removal
The city is preparing to dismantle the Vaillancourt Fountain, a controversial and iconic structure along the Embarcadero that has stood for more than five decades.
The city is preparing to dismantle the Vaillancourt Fountain, a controversial and iconic structure along the Embarcadero that has stood for more than five decades.
Student opposition to cuts, as OUSD faces June 30 budget deadline
Students and staff showed up at Wednesday's Oakland Unified School District's Board meeting with signs and speeches to tell the Board why they oppose cuts to a staff member they call the "heart" of La Escuelita Elementary School.
Students and staff showed up at Wednesday's Oakland Unified School District's Board meeting with signs and speeches to tell the Board why they oppose cuts to a staff member they call the "heart" of La Escuelita Elementary School.
Sunshine returns
The storm clouds will be moving out of town. Patchy fog will resurface Thursday morning. Mostly sunny skies will highlight the afternoon forecast. Highs should range from the mid 60s to the low 70s.
The storm clouds will be moving out of town. Patchy fog will resurface Thursday morning. Mostly sunny skies will highlight the afternoon forecast. Highs should range from the mid 60s to the low 70s.
SF drivers brace for 19th Avenue closure as weekend construction project approaches
Last week it was I-80 along the east side of San Francisco that was shut down. Now drivers are preparing for major roadwork on one of the busiest streets on the west side of the city.
Last week it was I-80 along the east side of San Francisco that was shut down. Now drivers are preparing for major roadwork on one of the busiest streets on the west side of the city.
Man's body discovered on UC Berkeley campus; no indication of foul play, officials say
The body of a man was discovered on UC Berkeley's campus Wednesday afternoon. Campus police say the person found does not appear to be affiliated with the university.
The body of a man was discovered on UC Berkeley's campus Wednesday afternoon. Campus police say the person found does not appear to be affiliated with the university.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Outrage as California dad faces 3-years in incest case after daughter’s suicide
Stephen Vincent Chavez faces felony incest charges in Ventura County for the alleged assault of his daughter, Makayla Renee Settles. The 18-year-old died by suicide five months later.
Stephen Vincent Chavez faces felony incest charges in Ventura County for the alleged assault of his daughter, Makayla Renee Settles. The 18-year-old died by suicide five months later.
California law requiring federal agents to wear ID blocked by federal appeals court
A federal appeals court blocked a California law that would require federal immigration agents and officers to identify themselves by wearing a badge or another form of ID.
A federal appeals court blocked a California law that would require federal immigration agents and officers to identify themselves by wearing a badge or another form of ID.
Baylor University hosts dueling political events featuring Ken Paxton and LGBTQ+ advocates
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Social workers on leave after death of ‘Baby Jaxon’ in Santa Clara County foster care
Several social workers have been placed on leave following the death of a San Jose toddler known as "Baby Jaxon," who died while in the foster care system.
Several social workers have been placed on leave following the death of a San Jose toddler known as "Baby Jaxon," who died while in the foster care system.
New store managed by AI agents opens in San Francisco
Andon Market is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Andon Market is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Soldier killed in California motorcycle crash hours after proposal
A 25-year-old soldier was killed in a motorcycle crash in Sacramento County just hours after proposing to his girlfriend, loved ones said.
A 25-year-old soldier was killed in a motorcycle crash in Sacramento County just hours after proposing to his girlfriend, loved ones said.
1-year-old boy killed in San Jose taxi crash identified
A 1-year-old boy was killed in a crash involving a taxi cab Tuesday evening in San Jose, authorities said.
A 1-year-old boy was killed in a crash involving a taxi cab Tuesday evening in San Jose, authorities said.
Hormuz flashpoint amid fragile peace
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards say they had seized two ships near the Strait of Hormuz. The United States and Iran have been seeking to exert control over the strategic waterway as each tries to bolster its leverage before another round of peace talks. Kristin Diwan, senior resident scholar at the Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington, D.C., gives insight.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards say they had seized two ships near the Strait of Hormuz. The United States and Iran have been seeking to exert control over the strategic waterway as each tries to bolster its leverage before another round of peace talks. Kristin Diwan, senior resident scholar at the Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington, D.C., gives insight.
Memphis Police: Remains of 3 children found in drainage area
Police in Memphis, Tennessee, say they have recovered the remains of three children between 3 and 7 years old after a caller reported a possible human skull in a wooded area.
Police in Memphis, Tennessee, say they have recovered the remains of three children between 3 and 7 years old after a caller reported a possible human skull in a wooded area.
Creek near Oakland Zoo focus of Earth Day
Earth Day is Wednesday, a reminder to everyone to be good stewards of the world. The goal of the day is to get people involved in addressing issues like climate change and pollution.
Earth Day is Wednesday, a reminder to everyone to be good stewards of the world. The goal of the day is to get people involved in addressing issues like climate change and pollution.
Chemical leak at West Virginia plant kills 2, hospitalizes dozens
A chemical leak at a West Virginia plant killed two people and sent about 30 others to hospitals on Wednesday.
A chemical leak at a West Virginia plant killed two people and sent about 30 others to hospitals on Wednesday.