Oakland stabbing spree suspect refuses to leave jail cell for court
A homeless man was charged Thursday in a random spree of stabbings in Oakland that left a man dead and four other victims hurt.
A homeless man was charged Thursday in a random spree of stabbings in Oakland that left a man dead and four other victims hurt.
Meet the 47-year-old pastor playing football for San Jose City College
As college football season kicks off, all eyes are turning to the players who might be the next big stars. But for 47-year-old Justin Buzzard, playing for San Jose City College is not so much about the future, but about following a dream.
As college football season kicks off, all eyes are turning to the players who might be the next big stars. But for 47-year-old Justin Buzzard, playing for San Jose City College is not so much about the future, but about following a dream.
Once home to Tupac Shakur, historic Bay Area property undergoing major revamp
The historic Bay Area housing complex where rap legend, the late Tupac Shakur, lived is undergoing a massive renovation, the first major revamp since it was built 65 years ago.
The historic Bay Area housing complex where rap legend, the late Tupac Shakur, lived is undergoing a massive renovation, the first major revamp since it was built 65 years ago.
Man dies after vehicle gets stranded in Death Valley, attempts trek across blistering salt flats
A French tourist died this month after becoming stranded in California's Death Valley National Park amid sweltering temperatures.
A French tourist died this month after becoming stranded in California's Death Valley National Park amid sweltering temperatures.
Police: Tenant fatally shot Pleasanton homeowner before turning gun on himself
Authorities are investigating after a tenant fatally shot a woman who rented him a room before turning the gun on himself, Pleasanton police said.
Authorities are investigating after a tenant fatally shot a woman who rented him a room before turning the gun on himself, Pleasanton police said.
Puerto Rico's water crisis and drought disaster declaration
The U.S. government has announced a drought disaster for more than two dozen cities and towns in Puerto Rico. Pearl Marvell, editor at Yale Climate Connections, gives insight on the water crisis across the U.S. Caribbean territory.
The U.S. government has announced a drought disaster for more than two dozen cities and towns in Puerto Rico. Pearl Marvell, editor at Yale Climate Connections, gives insight on the water crisis across the U.S. Caribbean territory.
San Jose man details wild shootout in his home that left armed suspect dead
San Jose police on Wednesday identified an armed robbery suspect who officers shot and killed after fleeing from authorities into an unaware family’s home this week – and the father who lived there detailed the scary experience in his first public comments since the high-profile shootout.
San Jose police on Wednesday identified an armed robbery suspect who officers shot and killed after fleeing from authorities into an unaware family’s home this week – and the father who lived there detailed the scary experience in his first public comments since the high-profile shootout.
Tropical clouds moving in while the heat hangs on for one more day
We have a classic summertime set up with temps running near average along the coast and bay. Toasty temps. inland with afternoon highs reaching into the 90s on Thursday. Patchy fog and tropical clouds during the evening could make it difficult to see the lunar eclipse. Bigger changes are expected on Friday as cloudy, cooler, breezier weather arrives. A few showers are possible as atmospheric moisture surges over the Bay Area Thunderstorms/dry lightning remain unlikely, but from a fire-weather perspective, it's worth watching.
We have a classic summertime set up with temps running near average along the coast and bay. Toasty temps. inland with afternoon highs reaching into the 90s on Thursday. Patchy fog and tropical clouds during the evening could make it difficult to see the lunar eclipse. Bigger changes are expected on Friday as cloudy, cooler, breezier weather arrives. A few showers are possible as atmospheric moisture surges over the Bay Area Thunderstorms/dry lightning remain unlikely, but from a fire-weather perspective, it's worth watching.
Oakland stabbing spree suspect had prior attacks, parole violations
The man arrested in a series of random stabbings in Oakland’s Fruitvale neighborhood has been identified.
The man arrested in a series of random stabbings in Oakland’s Fruitvale neighborhood has been identified.
Plaskett Fire: Evacuation orders issued in Big Sur
Firefighters in Monterey County are battling another vegetation fire near Big Sur that broke out Wednesday as crews continue fighting the Timber Fire.
Firefighters in Monterey County are battling another vegetation fire near Big Sur 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.
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.
SFPD investigating viral altercation involving SFMTA officer on Treasure Island
It was not immediately clear what led up to the fight.
It was not immediately clear what led up to the fight.
Filipino-inspired vegan cuisine with Chef Reina
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.