Hercules to pay $1.3M to man after police stunned him with Taser
The city of Hercules and the Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District have agreed to settle a federal excessive force lawsuit with a young man suffering from a medical seizure whom police officers tased with a stun gun for $1.3 million, lawyers told KTVU.
The city of Hercules and the Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District have agreed to settle a federal excessive force lawsuit with a young man suffering from a medical seizure whom police officers tased with a stun gun for $1.3 million, lawyers told KTVU.
New California law restricts Alameda County discretionary funding
A new California state law imposes new restrictions on how Alameda County allocates its discretionary funding.
A new California state law imposes new restrictions on how Alameda County allocates its discretionary funding.
Woman shoots Richmond officer during mental wellness check: police
A woman shot a Richmond officer – and then started wildly firing off her gun – while he was responding to a mental health crisis call, police said.
A woman shot a Richmond officer – and then started wildly firing off her gun – while he was responding to a mental health crisis call, police said.
Pittsburg police officer and suspect injured in police-station shooting during suspect's booking
A Pittsburg police officer and a suspect being booked into the jail were both injured in a shooting on Thursday following a physical altercation – but it wasn't clear whose gun it was that went off.
A Pittsburg police officer and a suspect being booked into the jail were both injured in a shooting on Thursday following a physical altercation – but it wasn't clear whose gun it was that went off.
Tahoe bear deaths: Mama bear tried to get her dead cub up, drag it off the road, witnesses say
Six bears have died on Tahoe roads in the last two weeks, a local non-profit said. In one case, a mama bear was seen trying to get her dead cub up and drag her baby off the road, witnesses recalled.
Six bears have died on Tahoe roads in the last two weeks, a local non-profit said. In one case, a mama bear was seen trying to get her dead cub up and drag her baby off the road, witnesses recalled.
Rain clouds are moving out
The unusual September weather pattern will soon be fading. Friday morning starts off with some clouds and patchy drizzle. Partly sunny skies are expected later in the day. Highs should range from the mid 60s to the upper 70s. Warmer temperatures are expected by Labor Day. Have a great weekend! -Mark
The unusual September weather pattern will soon be fading. Friday morning starts off with some clouds and patchy drizzle. Partly sunny skies are expected later in the day. Highs should range from the mid 60s to the upper 70s. Warmer temperatures are expected by Labor Day. Have a great weekend! -Mark
2 dead after small plane crashes, catches fire in Hillsborough County: Officials
Two people are dead after a small plane crashed and caught fire Thursday morning in Hillsborough County, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue and the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Two people are dead after a small plane crashed and caught fire Thursday morning in Hillsborough County, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue and the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Burglars sought in spree of downtown Danville break-ins
Danville police are trying to identify a group of burglars who smashed their way into more than a dozen downtown businesses, not stealing too many things of value but leaving behind plenty of damage in the form of broken windows and doors.
Danville police are trying to identify a group of burglars who smashed their way into more than a dozen downtown businesses, not stealing too many things of value but leaving behind plenty of damage in the form of broken windows and doors.
Jury deliberates civil case against ex-Windsor mayor Dominic Foppoli accused of sexual abuse
The jury is tasked with weighing the testimony of seven women who say the former Windsor mayor abused them over nearly two decades against Foppoli's repeated claims of total innocence.
The jury is tasked with weighing the testimony of seven women who say the former Windsor mayor abused them over nearly two decades against Foppoli's repeated claims of total innocence.
Bicyclist killed in San Jose collision involving dump truck
The fatal collision occurred around 7:45 a.m. on westbound Tully Road, just before the northbound entrance to Highway 101.
The fatal collision occurred around 7:45 a.m. on westbound Tully Road, just before the northbound entrance to Highway 101.
Shooting near San Jose liquor store leaves 1 dead
Police have not detailed the motive or circumstances surrounding the shooting, nor information on a potential suspect.
Police have not detailed the motive or circumstances surrounding the shooting, nor information on a potential suspect.
Brown tap water: St. Helena to reveal action plan Tuesday
St. Helena residents say they are still struggling with brown water in their bathtubs, toilets, and sinks, one year since KTVU's report in September 2025 about the city's tap water problems. Since then, a civil grand jury report criticized the city for deferred maintenance and rate hikes.
St. Helena residents say they are still struggling with brown water in their bathtubs, toilets, and sinks, one year since KTVU's report in September 2025 about the city's tap water problems. Since then, a civil grand jury report criticized the city for deferred maintenance and rate hikes.
Nepal deadly floods: helping Americans caught in the disaster
As Nepal continues searching for people still missing after devastating floods, the U.S. State Department is working to assist Americans caught in the disaster. Luke Ortega, U.S. Department of State Deputy Spokesman, gives insight.
As Nepal continues searching for people still missing after devastating floods, the U.S. State Department is working to assist Americans caught in the disaster. Luke Ortega, U.S. Department of State Deputy Spokesman, gives insight.
Berkeley's Oceanview Diner: Where community gathers
For generations of Berkeley families, breakfast comes with a side of memories. Now, Oceanview Diner is carrying on the legacy of the restaurant that stood in this spot for decades, bringing back familiar food, longtime staff and a renewed commitment to creating a workplace where employees and customers feel valued.
For generations of Berkeley families, breakfast comes with a side of memories. Now, Oceanview Diner is carrying on the legacy of the restaurant that stood in this spot for decades, bringing back familiar food, longtime staff and a renewed commitment to creating a workplace where employees and customers feel valued.
New analysis sheds light on the most lucrative fields of studies
A growing number of students are questioning the economic value of higher education amid soaring costs for college, but new data reveals what degrees will earn California students the highest salaries, right after college.
A growing number of students are questioning the economic value of higher education amid soaring costs for college, but new data reveals what degrees will earn California students the highest salaries, right after college.
Marijuana smoking reaches record high
A recent Gallup survey found that smoking marijuana among U.S. adults reached an all time high, while smoking cigarettes is down. We asked an expert about the pros and cons about the new data.
A recent Gallup survey found that smoking marijuana among U.S. adults reached an all time high, while smoking cigarettes is down. We asked an expert about the pros and cons about the new data.
Ensambles Ballet Folklórico de San Francisco celebrates 30 years
Ensambles Ballet Folklórico de San Francisco will celebrate 30 years of preserving and presenting Mexico’s rich folkloric traditions with Anniversary of the Pearl. Saturday, September 5, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, September 6, at 2 p.m., at the Blue Shield of California Theater at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.
Ensambles Ballet Folklórico de San Francisco will celebrate 30 years of preserving and presenting Mexico’s rich folkloric traditions with Anniversary of the Pearl. Saturday, September 5, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, September 6, at 2 p.m., at the Blue Shield of California Theater at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.
California's Aisha Wahab is 1st Afghan American sworn into Congress
Former California Senator Aisha Wahab was sworn into the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday, officially becoming the first Afghan American to serve in Congress.
Former California Senator Aisha Wahab was sworn into the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday, officially becoming the first Afghan American to serve in Congress.
St. Helena residents spoke out about brown tap water in 2025. One year later, little has changed
Frustrated residents have had their bathtubs, sinks and toilets filled with brown water, while their utility rates continue to rise.
Frustrated residents have had their bathtubs, sinks and toilets filled with brown water, while their utility rates continue to rise.
Sausalito city manager resigns following burglary arrest
Sausalito City Manager Elaine Forbes resigned from her position on Tuesday.
Sausalito City Manager Elaine Forbes resigned from her position on Tuesday.