Oakland police grow by 14 officers - but department says more needed
The department now has 618 sworn officers, but would like to have at least 700.
No charges filed in Burlingame crash that killed 4 year old, prompting calls for justice
Community members and safety advocates rallied in Burlingame after prosecutors declined to file charges against the driver who struck and killed a 4-year-old boy on a downtown sidewalk last year.
Bay Area gets taste of spring weather
Relatively warm temperatures are settling around the Bay Area, which meteorologist Bryan Gallo said are much deserved after back-to-back atmospheric rivers.
San Francisco releases the latest data on overdose deaths
San Francisco says it is making progress on addressing the city's drug crisis, but that there is still a lot of hard work ahead. The Department of Public Health Today released the latest data on overdose deaths in the city. Those numbers show some progress, but also show there is a long way to go.
City leaders join the fight for retired SF firefighter's cancer care coverage
The community is rallying around a retired San Francisco firefighter battling cancer after his family said his treatment has been denied.
Registered sex offender charged with kidnapping, assaulting San Jose teen
A registered sex offender allegedly offered drugs to a 15-year-old San Jose girl before kidnapping and sexually assaulting her as she walked to school, according to prosecutors.
Suspect arrested in string of decades-old Alameda County kidnappings, sexual assaults
The alleged crimes span four jurisdictions between 1994 and 2008 and involve at least seven victim.
Oakland flea market shooting: Dispute over fake ID sales led to man's death
Jorge Alberto Rivas Rodriguez was fatally shot Jan. 9 in the parking lot of the Oakland Coliseum Swap Meet during a dispute over competing sales of fake IDs, authorities said.
Hayward's Concha Dreams brings the sweets to the studio
January is Hayward restaurant month, a full-on celebration of local eats, and bold new bites. Family owned, Concha Dreams, is a cozy café in the heart of downtown Hayward. Rose Aguilar, owner of the shop, talks crafting premium conchas and specialty coffee inspired by tradition, creativity, and community.
Parent killed in crash near Gilroy elementary school after dropping off children
A man was killed, and a woman was critically injured after they were struck by a vehicle driven by a teenager while walking in a crosswalk in Gilroy, authorities said.
Slow down: Oakland kicks off speed camera program
Oakland launched its speed safety camera program on Friday, beginning with warnings for drivers who exceed the speed limit.
California awards $419M to combat homelessness in SF, LA and San Diego
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that the state will spend $419 million in San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego as part of the state’s Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention program.
Mocktails and desserts take center stage during Dry January
Dry January doesn't have to mean going without. While many are cutting back on alcohol this month, on Mastro's Steakhouse in San Francisco says you can still indulge.
16th annual Martin Luther King Kr. Day of service in Oakland
The city of Oakland is coming together Monday to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Hundreds of volunteers are expected to fan out across East Oakland for a day of service, stewardship and community pride.
West San Jose to get Costco after judge tosses lawsuit
A Santa Clara County Superior Court judge has tossed a lawsuit seeking to block plans to bring a new Costco to a West San Jose shopping center. The decision clears the way for the hotly contested development project to move forward.
Foggy, high 60s
Today will be foggy with highs in the 60s.
Former Oakland officers take fatal 'ghost chase' case to Supreme Court
Two former Oakland police officers have taken a deadly "ghost chase" case to the US Supreme Court, hoping to persuade the justices that they did not violate a bystander’s due process. The case centers on the death of Lolo Soakai, who was killed in a freak accident while getting food at a taco truck with his mother.
Berkeley police hear concerns as they consider expanding Flock Safety cameras, adding drones
Berkeley police are weighing an expansion of their Flock Safety camera program as community members raise concerns about data collection and access.
Above average
No big changes in the Bay Area weather pattern. Dense fog will resurface in the inland valleys Friday morning. The afternoon forecast features hazy sunshine. Highs should range from the low 60s to the low 70s. We are expecting a mixture of sun and clouds this weekend. Go 49ers! -Mark
Marin County authorities step up intersection enforcement after 19-year-old's death
A small double roadside memorial for 19-year-old Lucia Jennifer Blandina Sontay Vicente is near the intersection of San Pedro Point Road and Summit Avenue in unincorporated Marin County.