Social media stunt at AZ gas station | West Coast Wrap
It was a chaotic scene at one Arizona gas station. The social media stunt led to long lines and even a police response.
Oakland's Zendaya is engaged to Tom Holland: report
Oakland native and Hollywood superstar Zendaya is reportedly engaged to Spider-Man star Tom Holland.
Several Downtown Palo Alto restaurants burglarized over holiday break
Restaurant owners in Downtown Palo Alto are on edge, after several were targeted by burglars over the past two weeks.
Target shooting and standoff | West Coast Wrap
We're following a developing story in Southern California where an hours-long standoff has led to the arrest of a man wanted for shooting and wounding two security guards at a Target store. Police say those guards confronted the suspect for shoplifting and he opened fire. We have an update on the guards' conditions.
New Year brings changes for California home insurance policies
The California Insurance Commissioner has released his long-awaited emergency regulations. Commissioner Ricardo Lara says the rules are designed to bring home insurers back into the state to end the drought of insurance available.
3 shot, 1 stabbed at Phoenix airport Christmas Day
Christmas commotion at Phoenix's Sky Harbor International Airport: an argument between family members led to violence, including a woman with a life-threatening injury.
These Bay Area restaurants are open on Christmas Day
If you're considering a special meal out on the holiday or even grabbing take-out, we've compiled a list of Bay Area eateries open on Christmas Day.
Teens create explicit 'trading cards' of middle schoolers using AI | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- police in Washington are investigating disturbing accusations against several middle school students. A woman says those teens created explicit trading cards of her daughter using AI. Why is the girl's mother frustrated with what she's learning about the investigation? Plus -- Starbucks baristas and Amazon delivery drivers walk picket lines across the West. What's driving these labor disputes involving the two Seattle-based companies?
Breathalyzer for marijuana use? | West Coast Wrap
Tonight, the FBI reveals ties between a California man and the teenage girl behind this week's deadly school shooting in Wisconsin. See why authorities believe he had plans to carry out an attack of his own and the action taken against him. And, a breathalyzer for marijuana use? Researchers in the West are trying to make that a reality. Tonight, law enforcement officials explain why they think the device may not be needed.
Applications for California's $2,000 e-bike incentive closes shortly after launching
Within an hour after launching a new statewide e-bike incentive program, offering up to $2,000 toward a new electric bicycle, the applications were filled. But here's how to get in on the next application window.
Plane crashes into abandoned building in Hawaii | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- a high-ranking city official in Los Angeles is on leave over accusations he was responsible for a recent bomb threat at city hall. The latest on the FBI investigation into one of the city's deputy mayors -- and the raid that played out at his home. Plus -- it's a frustrating problem that only worsens around the holidays. Tonight -- the police sting in Arizona to catch people stealing packages from porches and the suspect already facing charges as part of Operation Secret Santa.
Plane crashes into abandoned building in Hawaii | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- a high-ranking city official in Los Angeles is on leave over accusations he was responsible for a recent bomb threat at city hall. The latest on the FBI investigation into one of the city's deputy mayors -- and the raid that played out at his home. Plus -- it's a frustrating problem that only worsens around the holidays. Tonight -- the police sting in Arizona to catch people stealing packages from porches and the suspect already facing charges as part of Operation Secret Santa.
Bureau of Prisons to pay $116M to more than 100 FCI Dublin sex assault survivors
The Bureau of Prisons on Tuesday agreed to pay $115.8 million to 103 women who alleged they were sexually assaulted at the now-closed FCI Dublin all-women's prison.
Bay Area stores open and closed on Christmas Day
Many Bay Area stores are open on Christmas Eve, and those open on Christmas Day will close early. Here's a comprehensive list of retailers' 2024 holiday hours.
Beloved Bay Area WWII veteran and TikTok star "Papa Jake" turns 102
He’s a Bay Area treasure. World War II veteran Jake Larson will mark his 102nd birthday this week. The war hero, and now TikTok star is known across the country and around the globe as “Papa Jake."
Pilots report UFO sightings during flight | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- a strange sight in the skies over Oregon--pilots report seeing several UFOs. Coming up -- hear how they describe those objects in calls to the control tower. Plus -- a California couple killed while on vacation in Mexico. What we're learning about the shooting -- as investigators search for a motive.
$100M+ worth of marijuana found stuffed in trash bags
Tonight -- a somber procession for a Las Vegas police officer killed in a horrific crash. Authorities say a wrong-way driver slammed into his car as he was heading home from his shift. Coming up -- how the community is paying tribute. Plus --authorities in southern California seized more than $100 million worth of drugs during a major bust.
These Bay Area Chinese restaurants made Yelp's top 100 list in 2024
Yelp recently released its Top 100 Chinese Restaurants 2024 review, and four Bay Area spots were listed among the best in America.
Farmers Insurance says they'll write more policies as homeowners' market improves
Farmers Insurance says the marketplace has improved in California and that they can now expand the number of policies it can write each month.
Brentwood man charged with flying drone over Vandenberg Space Force Base
A Brentwood man en route to China has been arrested on a federal criminal complaint for allegedly flying a drone over and taking photographs of Vandenberg Space Force Base, located on California's Central Coast.