Mysterious bug bites could be from mites feeding on cicada eggs
With so many cicada eggs available for food, the more mites there are to feast, disperse and then land on humans to bite.
Oakland's Ahmed Muhammad talks Town business
Oakland Technical High School alum Ahmed Muhammad has been gearing up for his annual STEM fair for Oakland kids, as he continues to maintain a 4.0 plus GPA at Stanford while advancing programs to help young people in his hometown.
Hayward man, company allegedly exported tropical fish to Hong Kong
A Hayward man and his company are accused of illegally exporting fish from the U.S. to Hong Kong, according to federal officials.
Wild boars invade North Bay school campus
Schools often combat budget and educational issues, but one school in the North Bay is dealing with a late-night invasion from wildlife.
Kayakers' shark encounter at Half Moon Bay caught on video
An Oakland man had a close encounter with a shark while kayak fishing in Half Moon Bay. Ian Walters said it happened last week while he and a friend were fishing for halibut and link cod. He shared with KTVU video he shot of the encounter.
Mars may be hiding an ocean of water miles below its dusty surface, research suggests
According to research, the water most likely would have seeped from the surface billions of years ago, when Mars harbored rivers, lakes and possibly oceans.
Kayakers encounter shark in Half Moon Bay
Two kayakers had a close encounter with a shark in Half Moon Bay.
Strong Geomagnetic Storm Warning continues after creating Northern Lights during Perseid meteor shower
A Geomagnetic Storm Watch continues to be in effect through Monday.
Teenager going for a quick swim severely injured in shark attack
A 15-year-old girl from Aspen, Colorado, was severely injured in a shark attack while scuba diving in Belize this week, according to reports and a fundraising page set up for the teen.
'Double Arch' at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area has collapsed: National Park Service
The Double Arch, per park officials, was a frequently visited geological feature, and it collapsed on Aug. 8. Changing water levels and erosion are believed to have contributed to the collapse.
Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight. Will you be able to see the best meteor shower of 2024?
The Perseid meteor shower peaks Sunday night, and this year, stargazers should be excited.
Who is trying to colonize Mars? And other projects for life outside Earth
Here are some of the American agencies pushing space exploration and ways to live outside the Earth.
NASA: Astronauts waiting to come home might hitch ride with SpaceX crew
Two NASA astronauts who were supposed to return to Earth in mid-June may have to extend their stay for another six months and hitch a ride aboard a SpaceX spacecraft if issues with Boeing’s Starliner capsule continue.
Perseid meteor shower: Viewing conditions promise good show for best meteor shower of 2024
The Moon will be about 44% full this year for the Perseids peak, offering a better chance to spot meteors. Many regions of the U.S. will have a clear sky to watch the meteor shower.
Explosion at Yellowstone may have formed new geyser: here's how
The explosion at Yellowstone National Park’s Biscuit Basin area in July is not as uncommon as you may think as one expert weighs in on if the incident possibly formed a geyser.
Earth's days are getting longer, science explains why
New research reveals that Earth's days are gradually getting longer, and scientists explain the various factors behind this change. Discover how tectonic shifts, inner core dynamics, and climate change contribute to the lengthening of our days and what this means for our future.
Rare albino alligator hatches in Florida: 'Estimated 100 to 200 in the world'
A rare albino alligator has hatched from a successful breeding program in Florida.
Small plane crash lands in Livermore
An investigation by the FAA is underway after a small plane crash in East Bay.
August celestial events: Why the first week of August is a good time for stargazing
Discover why the first week of August is ideal for stargazing. Explore the new Moon, the Perseid meteor shower, and other celestial events that make this month perfect for skywatching.
Florida man arrested after he lassos alligator, ties it to fence, then calls 911 to report it: Deputies
A Florida man is accused of tying an alligator up against a fence and later calling 911, claiming to have found the reptile that way, deputies said.