Ex-San Leandro councilman pleads guilty to corruption charges

Former San Leandro City Councilmember Bryan Azevedo pleaded guilty Wednesday in Oakland federal court to corruption charges.

Man stabbed in California prison nearly 180 times, video of his death leaked

A 36-year-old man was stabbed nearly 180 times at a California state prison and someone inside captured video of the gruesome death before leaking it to the outside, where it went viral on social media.

Oakland drivers fed up over off-ramp that floods "every time" it rains

The Bay Area started to dry out Wednesday night, after a couple days of rainy weather that left behind flooding in some spots. In Oakland, people are fed up over one stretch of freeway that seems to flood every time a decent amount of rain moves through. 

Parents ask Mt. Diablo School Board to pause plan ending Spanish immersion program at Bancroft Elementary

Parents packed a Mount Diablo Unified School District board meeting Tuesday night, urging trustees to pause plans to phase out a two-way Spanish immersion program at Bancroft Elementary School. Families presented the board with a petition signed by roughly 300 people asking district leaders to reconsider the decision. Parents said they were blindsided by the announcement.

Sonoma sheriff's 'meet-and-greet' in Bodega Bay becomes immigration forum

Protesters confronted the Sonoma County sheriff at a meet-and-greet event on Wednesday. They demand he stop opposing a non-collaboration with ICE ordinance that passed.

A chance to dry out
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The rain will be moving out of the Bay Area Thursday.  We are expecting partly sunny skies.  Highs should range from the upper 50s to the low 60s. The weekend starts off dry.  Our next storm will boost rain chances by Sunday.  Moderate to heavy rain will highlight our forecast early next week.

San Francisco teachers strike: Parents say special education students struggling

San Francisco schools remained closed for a third day due to the teachers strike, leaving nearly 50,000 students affected, including about 7,000 students with disabilities.

Meet the Oakland woman behind a female basketball league helping WNBA hopefuls ‘dream big’

Amen-Ra A turned her passion as a basketball player in Mexico into an Oakland-based league where young women who dream of scoring it big in the WNBA can begin, improve and thrive.

Bay Area musician identified as man killed in Alameda County deputy shooting

Anthony Anderson, a 40-year-old Bay Area trumpeter, was shot and killed by Alameda County sheriff’s deputies outside his home near San Leandro.

Rain to diminish overnight
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The wet weather system will leave the Bay Area overnight before returning Sunday.

San Mateo police arrest alleged burglar

San Mateo police officers on Wednesday arrested a man suspected of burglarizing multiple vehicles.

Bad Bunny halftime drives spike in Spanish learning
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Bad Bunny didn’t just make Super Bowl history he sparked a surge in Spanish learning. Experts say that curiosity can lead to lasting benefits, from sharper cognitive skills to deeper cultural connection. Sofia Tavares, chief brand officer at Preply, gives insight.

Kingmakers of Oakland hosts annual film showcase
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Kingmakers of Oakland presents Reach, Back, Retain on February 12, featuring the NAACP-nominated Black Man Black Man and the world premiere of Portraits of a King: Beyond Labels, celebrating Black youth and resilience.

SFO delays: 20% of flights impacted due to wind

The Federal Aviation Administration announced a ground delay program at San Francisco International Airport on Wednesday as gusty winds, rain, and low clouds slowed operations.

San Jose assistant principal among 11 arrested in child sex sting

Investigators arrested 11 suspects, including a middle school assistant principal, as part of a child exploitation sting operation in San Jose.

San Francisco schools to remain closed Thursday as negotiations continue

San Francisco schools will remain closed on Thursday while representatives from the teachers union and the San Francisco Unified School District continue to negotiate terms.

Why San Francisco teachers are on strike: A breakdown of the issues

San Francisco Unified School District teachers walked off the job this week in a historic strike over higher wages, health benefits, and more resources for students with special needs.