Take 2: April 17, 2026
Take 2: April 17, 2026
Take 2: April 17, 2026
1 killed in San Jose multi-car wreck
One person died in a multi-vehicle crash Friday morning near Lucretia Avenue and Story Road in San Jose.
One person died in a multi-vehicle crash Friday morning near Lucretia Avenue and Story Road in San Jose.
'Made a mistake:' Philz Coffee backtracks, will now keep Pride flags up
The Pride flags at Philz Coffee are staying up, the company announced Friday. The decision came after a lot of backlash.
The Pride flags at Philz Coffee are staying up, the company announced Friday. The decision came after a lot of backlash.
'Car-tastrophe': Avoid the Bay Bridge at all costs this weekend
The department "strongly urged" motorists to avoid the stretch of freeway as the work is completed, and advised travelers to consider public transportation.
The department "strongly urged" motorists to avoid the stretch of freeway as the work is completed, and advised travelers to consider public transportation.
Saving Sequoia trees from wildfires
A new report outlines critical steps to save California's redwoods and prevent a repeat of the 2020-2021 wildfires, which destroyed 20% of the world’s giant sequoias.
A new report outlines critical steps to save California's redwoods and prevent a repeat of the 2020-2021 wildfires, which destroyed 20% of the world’s giant sequoias.
Oakland Ice Center mural honors Olympic skaters Alysa Liu, Kristi Yamaguchi
A new mural featuring Olympic figure skaters Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi was recently completed at the Oakland Ice Center, the training grounds for both athletes.
A new mural featuring Olympic figure skaters Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi was recently completed at the Oakland Ice Center, the training grounds for both athletes.
Former Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell sworn in as Fremont’s top cop
The city of Fremont officially swore in its new police chief on Thursday, welcoming a familiar face to lead the department.
The city of Fremont officially swore in its new police chief on Thursday, welcoming a familiar face to lead the department.
Berkeley paraclimber racing against time, vision loss ahead of World Cup
A world-class paraclimber from Berkeley is preparing for the international stage, competing not only against the best athletes in the world but against a rare condition that is slowly taking his sight.
A world-class paraclimber from Berkeley is preparing for the international stage, competing not only against the best athletes in the world but against a rare condition that is slowly taking his sight.
Europe's worst energy crisis coming our way
The International Energy Agency delivered this ominous message: in six weeks, Europe will be out of jet fuel. San Francisco Airport, which has many flights to and from Europe that could be reduced or outright canceled. This politically driven economic disease is sure to spread worldwide.
The International Energy Agency delivered this ominous message: in six weeks, Europe will be out of jet fuel. San Francisco Airport, which has many flights to and from Europe that could be reduced or outright canceled. This politically driven economic disease is sure to spread worldwide.
Sea lion pup rescued in San Francisco's Outer Sunset, now under veterinary care
A wayward sea lion pup was found early Thursday morning by police in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood.
A wayward sea lion pup was found early Thursday morning by police in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood.
Corvette fakes pumping gas mid-police chase, crashes into tree near Torrance
A high-speed police chase is underway involving a neon green Corvette in Los Angeles County.
A high-speed police chase is underway involving a neon green Corvette in Los Angeles County.
Healing spaces: Hospital rooms transformed for families at Sutter CPMC once upon a room
Some families at Sutter’s CPMC hospital in San Francisco experienced a welcome change of scenery Thursday, as ordinary hospital rooms were transformed into colorful, personalized spaces designed to lift spirits.
Some families at Sutter’s CPMC hospital in San Francisco experienced a welcome change of scenery Thursday, as ordinary hospital rooms were transformed into colorful, personalized spaces designed to lift spirits.
Warmer forecast
Your Friday forecast features sunny skies and warmer temperatures. Highs should range from the mid 60s to the mid 70s. Winds are expected to be strongest during the morning hours. Gusts could approach 35 mph. Saturday should be the warmest day of the week.
Your Friday forecast features sunny skies and warmer temperatures. Highs should range from the mid 60s to the mid 70s. Winds are expected to be strongest during the morning hours. Gusts could approach 35 mph. Saturday should be the warmest day of the week.
Santa Clara gears up for World Cup with STEM fair and community events
With just under two months until the World Cup arrives at Levi’s Stadium, the city of Santa Clara is launching a massive effort to welcome both local residents and visitors.
With just under two months until the World Cup arrives at Levi’s Stadium, the city of Santa Clara is launching a massive effort to welcome both local residents and visitors.
Check your bill: California just released $520M in automatic utility credits
Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced $520 million in natural gas bill credits for Californians, with plans to shift electric credits to peak summer months.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced $520 million in natural gas bill credits for Californians, with plans to shift electric credits to peak summer months.
Sister of missing Oakland woman holds on to hope Amy Hillyard is still alive in new video
The sister of Amy Hillyard, the Oakland coffee-shop owner who went missing more than three weeks ago, released a touching video this week about her sister's disappearance.
The sister of Amy Hillyard, the Oakland coffee-shop owner who went missing more than three weeks ago, released a touching video this week about her sister's disappearance.
From blustery to brisk to beautiful!
Winds will gradually relax overnight before increasing again Friday morning. Less wind in the afternooon with warmer temperatures and blue skies.
Winds will gradually relax overnight before increasing again Friday morning. Less wind in the afternooon with warmer temperatures and blue skies.
Grown-ups only: Iconic Bay Area theme park to host party for adults
An iconic Oakland institution known for its whimsical, storybook offerings for kids is set to kick off its 2026 grown-ups-only events later this month.
An iconic Oakland institution known for its whimsical, storybook offerings for kids is set to kick off its 2026 grown-ups-only events later this month.
Man charged with murder in fatal SoMa hit-and-run after sidewalk dispute
A verbal dispute over a blocked sidewalk may have escalated into a deadly hit-and-run Monday afternoon in San Francisco’s South of Market neighborhood, according to prosecutors.
A verbal dispute over a blocked sidewalk may have escalated into a deadly hit-and-run Monday afternoon in San Francisco’s South of Market neighborhood, according to prosecutors.
Man shot by ICE in California moved 'suddenly' to new jail: attorney
The man shot by ICE officers in California, and then charged with federal assault, has been "suddenly and unexpectedly" moved to a new jail, more than two hours away from his home, his attorney said Thursday.
The man shot by ICE officers in California, and then charged with federal assault, has been "suddenly and unexpectedly" moved to a new jail, more than two hours away from his home, his attorney said Thursday.