Plaskett Fire: Evacuation orders issued in Monterey County

Firefighters in Monterey County are battling another vegetation fire that broke out Wednesday as crews continue fighting the Timber Fire.

21-year-old killed in El Cerrito shopping center shooting identified

A 21-year-old man who was shot and killed inside his car at a busy El Cerrito shopping center on Sunday afternoon has been identified.

Filipino-inspired vegan cuisine with Chef Reina
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Chef Reina Montenegro is bringing her signature Filipino flavors and plant-forward cooking to a new experience at San Francisco's Laughing Monk on Fulton Street. Here is a preview of her new menu.

South Bay youth pastor arrested for alleged sexual assault of minor, police say

Police arrest a 47-year-old man, suspected of sexually assaulting a minor. Investigators said the suspect was a youth pastor and also volunteered at after-school programs.

Artificial Intelligence and college applications
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Artificial intelligence is reshaping the college admissions process. As colleges rethink how they evaluate applicants, questions around authenticity, and credibility are taking center stage. Jim Wismer, an education expert with the National Test Prep Association, gives insight.

Dolly Parton's legacy of giving
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Dolly Parton, was a symbol of generosity, whose philanthropic work spanned literacy, ​disaster relief, medical research and support for marginalized communities and racial justice. Marissa Moss, music journalist at Rolling Stone, reflects on Parton's life and legacy.

Historic Sonoma cheesemaker to close after nearly a century

Vella Cheese, a staple of the Sonoma community for 94 years, is closing its doors. The factory behind the storefront has already shuttered, and the cheese shop up front will close permanently once the remaining inventory is sold out.

After dogs shot dead in California, activists push for oversight at rescue shelters

An attorney said that 138 carcasses have been exhumed from Miranda's Rescue in Humboldt County. The Sheriff's Office estimates roughly 725 dogs are missing, a tally reflecting data from 2025 to 2026 alone.

Warmer Wednesday
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A shallow marine layer will keep the coast near seasonal averages through Wednesday, while inland areas experience warm, dry conditions with temperatures 10–12°F above average. Breezy onshore winds of 20–35 mph are expected along the coast and in valleys, with near-critical fire weather conditions persisting above 1,000 feet through Thursday. Coastal areas will see nightly stratus clearing by midday, and a significant pattern change with cooler temperatures and tropical moisture is expected by the weekend.  No formal watches or warnings are currently in effect, except a Small Craft Advisory inside and outside the Gate until Thursday 9AM with stiff Northwest winds to 30 Knots.

San Jose police officers exchange fire with suspect; officer injured, suspect killed

Police in San Jose say an armed-robbery suspect, who was spotted in a vehicle on Tuesday, was shot and killed by police. The San Jose Police Department said the suspect shot at two officers and injured one of them. 

Suspect in Oakland stabbings is homeless, as are some victims, police say

A man suspected in an apparently random series of stabbings that left one victim dead and four others hurt in Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood is homeless, as are some of his victims, police said Tuesday.

This Bay Area mall will transform to host an after-hours rave

A high-energy rave will take over a Bay Area mall with beat-thumping music, an electrifying vibe, dancing, and food, all available after the mall closes, late into the night and into the early morning hours.

Trump administration to target asylum seekers
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The Trump administration is taking aim at foreigners who entered the country legally as tourists or business travelers, but later applied for asylum. The State Department says those visas were issued with the expectation that visitors would return home and now the administration says it is moving to revoke them. Luis Cortes Romero, immigration attorney at Novo Legal Group, gives insight.

U.S. threatening with new Iran sanctions
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Iran’s economy is under growing strain, with its currency plunging to a record low against the dollar. Now the United States is threatening additional sanctions, while regional leaders are heading to Tehran for talks that could have implications for the broader standoff. Negah Angha, visiting fellow, at King's College London, gives insight.

Trump criticizing Canadian leaders in growing trade dispute
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UC Berkeley Professor Vinod Aggarwal apears on 'Mornings on 2' to delve deep into the current trade dispute between the U.S. and Canada.

Oakland stabbing suspect in custody after an apparent spree that killed 1

A stabbing suspect is in custody in Oakland Monday night after an apparent spree that killed one person and injured four others. Oakland police say there are multiple crime scenes.  

Warmer Tuesday
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Warmer temperatures in the Tuesday forecast!  Low clouds will blanket the coast and bay during the morning hours.  We are expecting hazy sun later in the day.  Highs should range from the mid 60s to the low 90s. The warm to hot pattern remains in place through the weekend.