Oakland thieves swipe band’s U-Haul packed with instruments before tour

A band scheduled to perform across California is reeling after thieves in Oakland stole a rental truck with their instruments and equipment.

Luchadores: Masks, Mat and Mission
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Santa Rosa's Cooperage Brewing Company, is hosting CoopMania. The annual taco festival features food vendors, live music, and lucha libre. Event is Saturday, May 2 from 12PM - 10PM. All proceeds will support Hijas del Campo, the Brentwood nonprofit helps migrant and seasonal farmworkers. Participating, luchadores with San Jose's Pro Wrestling Revolution.

Friday clouds
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We are expecting another mild to warm day away from the coast.  High clouds will be increasing throughout the day.  Friday afternoon highs should range from the low 60s at the foggy coast to the low 80s well inland. The weekend forecast features more clouds and cooler temperatures.  Drizzle could also return to the coast.

San Francisco deputies target distracted drivers in citywide push

San Francisco sheriff’s deputies spent the day busting distracted drivers, pulling over vehicle after vehicle to issue warnings and citations in a citywide crackdown.

Iconic Oakland artist behind beloved giraffe mural dies at age 67

The community is mourning the loss of a renowned artist known for his striking murals that became a part of many Bay Area residents' everyday lives. His desire to make a difference in the world was what inspired Dan Fontes to create art.

Santa Rosa swimmer who lost leg after being hit by DUI driver looks to 2028 Paralympics

In the seventh grade, he was riding his bike home from the grocery store when his life changed in a matter of seconds. He was struck by a drunk driver who was reportedly racing and traveling at 90 mph.

San Francisco's free, discounted childcare program adds over 700 new spots

Under the mayor's expansion of the city's Family Opportunity Agenda, nearly 750 more children will have access to free or discounted care. Here's how it works.

Arrest made in San Jose double homicide at illegal gambling den

A suspect has been arrested in connection with a double homicide at an illegal gambling den in San Jose last month, authorities said.

Graton Resort and Casino to debut $1B 'Vegas-class' expansion

Sonoma County’s gaming landscape is reaching a new level of competition as the Graton Resort and Casino prepares to debut a massive $1 billion expansion. 

California gas prices highest in U.S.
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The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded in California is now above $6.

California gas prices highest in U.S.

According to data from AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded in California is now above $6, leading a nationwide surge that has seen prices jump 44 percent since the onset of the conflict.

Wrong-way driver dies on I-580 in Oakland: CHP

A driver who was going the wrong way on Interstate Highway 580 in Oakland died early Thursday morning after striking two other cars, according to the California Highway Patrol. 

Mild to warm pattern
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The mild to warm pattern continues.  Patchy fog will resurface near the coast Thursday morning.  Highs should range from the low 60s near the shoreline to the low 80s inland. Clouds will be moving in this weekend.  Cooler temperatures are expected too.

FIFA opens new pitch at Oakland middle school

Students at Montera Middle School in Oakland are getting a new soccer field, thanks to a partnership between Oakland Unified School District, FIFA, and U.S. Soccer’s philanthropy organization, Soccer Forward. 

Fremont police equip patrol cars with sensory kits to better serve neurodiverse residents

In a move to improve interactions with neurodiverse residents, the Fremont Police Department announced it will now equip every patrol car with sensory kits designed to de-escalate high-stress situations.

13 East Bay Catholic churches to shutter due to low attendance, financial woes

The closures are in response to diocesan-wide trends in declining Mass attendance, participation in the sacraments and Catholic school enrollment