Giants sign pitcher Jackson Flora as 2026 first round draft pick
Flora, the top-rated pitcher and fourth overall pick in the 2026 draft, signed to the San Francisco Giants with a year-long contract worth $7,997,500.
Flora, the top-rated pitcher and fourth overall pick in the 2026 draft, signed to the San Francisco Giants with a year-long contract worth $7,997,500.
Barnes & Noble to close Redwood City store after 33 years
Barnes & Noble is closing its longtime Redwood City bookstore after more than three decades in business.
Barnes & Noble is closing its longtime Redwood City bookstore after more than three decades in business.
August is coming in HOT
• Wave 1: This Weekend (Thursday – Sunday): High pressure will build aggressively westward starting tomorrow, compressing the marine layer.. ◦ The Numbers: Saturday inland downright hot, easily cracking 100 - 102.. ◦ Heat Risk: Widespread Moderate Heat Risk will lock over our inland neighborhoods Thursday through Sunday night.. ◦ The Coast Shield: Strong northwest winds blowing over the ocean this weekend will trigger cold water upwelling. This will enhance a stubborn, narrow marine cloud block, keeping beaches highly comfortable in the 60s and 70s while inland valleys bake.. • Wave 2: Next Week (August 5 – August 8 Watch): The Climate Prediction Center (CPC) is tracking an even more alarming pattern as the ridge will rebuild massively by next Tuesday, flashing high-confidence signals for another round of even hotter, extreme temperatures toward the end of next week.. Critical Fire Weather Alert (Elevated All Week) • The Threat: An elevated fire weather threat remains active across the interior North Bay, East Bay, Diablo Range, and Santa Lucia Range.. • The Ridge Factor: While lower valleys will benefit from good overnight cooling, the higher elevations will suffer. Mountain ridges and peaks will struggle to cool down at night, trapping bone-dry air and keeping temperatures warm with near-zero humidity recovery. Avoid any sparks, campfires, or outdoor equipment use. Beach Warning Active • Sneaker Wave Alert: The Beach Hazards Statement is locked in through the weekend. Deceptive, long-period southerly ocean swells are generating dangerous rip currents and sudden sneaker waves along the Pacific Coast. Stay off wet coastal rocks and jetties..
• Wave 1: This Weekend (Thursday – Sunday): High pressure will build aggressively westward starting tomorrow, compressing the marine layer.. ◦ The Numbers: Saturday inland downright hot, easily cracking 100 - 102.. ◦ Heat Risk: Widespread Moderate Heat Risk will lock over our inland neighborhoods Thursday through Sunday night.. ◦ The Coast Shield: Strong northwest winds blowing over the ocean this weekend will trigger cold water upwelling. This will enhance a stubborn, narrow marine cloud block, keeping beaches highly comfortable in the 60s and 70s while inland valleys bake.. • Wave 2: Next Week (August 5 – August 8 Watch): The Climate Prediction Center (CPC) is tracking an even more alarming pattern as the ridge will rebuild massively by next Tuesday, flashing high-confidence signals for another round of even hotter, extreme temperatures toward the end of next week.. Critical Fire Weather Alert (Elevated All Week) • The Threat: An elevated fire weather threat remains active across the interior North Bay, East Bay, Diablo Range, and Santa Lucia Range.. • The Ridge Factor: While lower valleys will benefit from good overnight cooling, the higher elevations will suffer. Mountain ridges and peaks will struggle to cool down at night, trapping bone-dry air and keeping temperatures warm with near-zero humidity recovery. Avoid any sparks, campfires, or outdoor equipment use. Beach Warning Active • Sneaker Wave Alert: The Beach Hazards Statement is locked in through the weekend. Deceptive, long-period southerly ocean swells are generating dangerous rip currents and sudden sneaker waves along the Pacific Coast. Stay off wet coastal rocks and jetties..
Oakland Police Chief James Beere officially sworn in
City leaders and community members gathered at Oakland City Hall on Wednesday to swear in James Beere as Oakland's permanent police chief.
City leaders and community members gathered at Oakland City Hall on Wednesday to swear in James Beere as Oakland's permanent police chief.
Watch: Great white shark jumps out of water behind surfer at California beach
A surfer had no idea a great white shark was behind him – until his brother-in-law captured the moment on video.
A surfer had no idea a great white shark was behind him – until his brother-in-law captured the moment on video.
San Jose Sharks sign Macklin Celebrini to $94M contract extension
The contract will distinguish Celebrini as the highest-paid player in the National Hockey League.
The contract will distinguish Celebrini as the highest-paid player in the National Hockey League.
74-year-old woman uses bear spray outside Lafayette Trader Joe's during argument
A 74-year-old woman was arrested after Lafayette police said she shot bear spray outside her car during some type of argument in the Trader Joe's parking lot, which ended up affecting eight people.
A 74-year-old woman was arrested after Lafayette police said she shot bear spray outside her car during some type of argument in the Trader Joe's parking lot, which ended up affecting eight people.
AG investigating deadly Fremont police shooting of 62-year-old man
New details have emerged regarding a fatal police shooting that occurred last week at a senior living facility in Fremont.
New details have emerged regarding a fatal police shooting that occurred last week at a senior living facility in Fremont.
Richmond couple shot while celebrating 31st anniversary
What was supposed to be a joyous anniversary celebration turned into a nightmare for a Richmond couple who were shot multiple times while driving to dinner.
What was supposed to be a joyous anniversary celebration turned into a nightmare for a Richmond couple who were shot multiple times while driving to dinner.
Cyclists urge action after fatal Skyline Boulevard crash in Woodside
Cyclists and residents packed a Woodside Town Council meeting Tuesday, calling for stronger enforcement and safety improvements after 34-year-old Jakub Solovsky was killed on Skyline Boulevard.
Cyclists and residents packed a Woodside Town Council meeting Tuesday, calling for stronger enforcement and safety improvements after 34-year-old Jakub Solovsky was killed on Skyline Boulevard.
Oakland Roots face deadline to settle $1.4M in overdue rent or risk not playing at Coliseum Saturday
The Oakland Roots are racing against the clock to resolve a major financial dispute with the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority, placing the team's upcoming home schedule in jeopardy.
The Oakland Roots are racing against the clock to resolve a major financial dispute with the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority, placing the team's upcoming home schedule in jeopardy.
Arrests made in suspicious North Bay fires: More could be coming, officials say
Community members in the North Bay, already traumatized by four major wildfires over the last decade, are upset to learn about a new series of fires that were set intentionally.
Community members in the North Bay, already traumatized by four major wildfires over the last decade, are upset to learn about a new series of fires that were set intentionally.
Wednesday Warm Up
Wednesday will be an incredibly pleasant transition day across the area. The Numbers: Seasonally warm inland and slightly cooler than normal along the immediate beaches. Interior valleys will see comfortable 80s to near 90°F. Tonight's Fog Loop: A weak disturbance passing inland tonight will drag a widespread return of marine fog deep into the interior valleys by Wednesday morning. Clouds will mix out by midday. The Winds: Reliable, breezy onshore winds will blast through local gaps and passes each afternoon and evening through early midweek. Beach Hazards Statement in effect though Saturday at 5pm. Sneaker waves and strong rip currents are present and dangerous. Do not turn your back on the ocean!
Wednesday will be an incredibly pleasant transition day across the area. The Numbers: Seasonally warm inland and slightly cooler than normal along the immediate beaches. Interior valleys will see comfortable 80s to near 90°F. Tonight's Fog Loop: A weak disturbance passing inland tonight will drag a widespread return of marine fog deep into the interior valleys by Wednesday morning. Clouds will mix out by midday. The Winds: Reliable, breezy onshore winds will blast through local gaps and passes each afternoon and evening through early midweek. Beach Hazards Statement in effect though Saturday at 5pm. Sneaker waves and strong rip currents are present and dangerous. Do not turn your back on the ocean!
Petaluma mobile home park facing closure highlighting California's housing friction
The owner of Petaluma's low-income Little Woods Villa mobile home park is seeking to close the facility, arguing that rent control has made the business financially unviable.
The owner of Petaluma's low-income Little Woods Villa mobile home park is seeking to close the facility, arguing that rent control has made the business financially unviable.
Magnitude 4.3 earthquake strikes near Cloverdale
The U.S. Geological Survey measured a magnitude 4.3 earthquake Tuesday night near Cloverdale.
The U.S. Geological Survey measured a magnitude 4.3 earthquake Tuesday night near Cloverdale.
Wednesday Warm Up
Wednesday will be an incredibly pleasant transition day across the area. The Numbers: Seasonally warm inland and slightly cooler than normal along the immediate beaches. Interior valleys will see comfortable 80s to near 90°F. Tonight's Fog Loop: A weak disturbance passing inland tonight will drag a widespread return of marine fog deep into the interior valleys by Wednesday morning. Clouds will mix out by midday. The Winds: Reliable, breezy onshore winds will blast through local gaps and passes each afternoon and evening through early midweek.
Wednesday will be an incredibly pleasant transition day across the area. The Numbers: Seasonally warm inland and slightly cooler than normal along the immediate beaches. Interior valleys will see comfortable 80s to near 90°F. Tonight's Fog Loop: A weak disturbance passing inland tonight will drag a widespread return of marine fog deep into the interior valleys by Wednesday morning. Clouds will mix out by midday. The Winds: Reliable, breezy onshore winds will blast through local gaps and passes each afternoon and evening through early midweek.
Black bears invade Lake Tahoe homes as break-ins surge and locals fortify defenses
South Lake Tahoe police received 174 bear-related calls so far this year.
South Lake Tahoe police received 174 bear-related calls so far this year.
Young Oakland singer receives cancer diagnosis as she released her new song ‘Go Bravely’
An Oakland native and singer-songwriter is her using music to draw hope, strength and clarity after being diagnosed with a rare cancer.
An Oakland native and singer-songwriter is her using music to draw hope, strength and clarity after being diagnosed with a rare cancer.
California family members claim they were attacked at luxury Maui resort during violent melee
A California family claims it was targeted in a racially motivated attack at a luxury Maui resort after a group allegedly hurled chairs and beat relatives ranging from teenagers to senior citizens.
A California family claims it was targeted in a racially motivated attack at a luxury Maui resort after a group allegedly hurled chairs and beat relatives ranging from teenagers to senior citizens.
Former college soccer player found dead off San Diego beach in one of nation's wealthiest beach communities
A former college soccer player has been identified as the 26-year-old woman found dead in the waters off San Diego's La Jolla Shores Beach as investigators work to determine what happened.
A former college soccer player has been identified as the 26-year-old woman found dead in the waters off San Diego's La Jolla Shores Beach as investigators work to determine what happened.