Hundreds attend Oakland mayor's public safety town hall in East Oakland to demand action and answers
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao held the fourth of five public safety town halls in East Oakland on Thursday. it was a full house. Many residents say they're upset and frustrated with crime, blight, and homelessness. They say city leaders have not addressed Oakland's problems adequately.
1 killed, 9 injured in Hwy 12 chain-reaction crash in Santa Rosa
One person was killed and nine were taken to the hospital on Thursday following a multi-vehicle collision on westbound Highway 12 in Santa Rosa, officials say.
1st in the nation A.I. safety bill passes CA Senate, headed to Governor's desk
The bill aims to safeguard society from A.I. being used to conduct cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, or create biological, chemical or nuclear weapons.
Hayward rocked by three homicides in past 12 days
Police in Hayward are investigating a recent surge in homicides over the last two weeks, which include two stabbings and a shooting. Wednesday morning, a 60-year-old man was found stabbed to death in the city's downtown near Watkins and C-Street. The stabbing marked Hayward’s 11th homicide so far this year, compared to 10 in all of 2023.
SF's first entertainment zone to host Oktoberfest
The state's first entertainment zone in San Francisco will be hosting its first big event coming up next month. The entertainment zone on Front Street will get a Bavarian makeover just in time for Oktoberfest.
Longtime African Caribbean market in Old Oakland targeted by burglars
A group of burglars yanked open security gate and broke into African Caribbean corner market that's been a mainstay in Old Oakland for nearly three decades.
Phone-Free Schools Act reaches governor's desk, in push to require districts to limit smartphone use in schools
California lawmakers have passed a bipartisan bill that would require school districts to create policies for limiting or banning smartphones and smartwatch devices on school campuses. Some parents and critics, however, say the bill goes too far.
Oktoberfest coming to SF Entertainment Zone
California's first Entertainment Zone on San Francisco's Front Street will be hosting Oktoberfest on September 20th. More cities are now looking at starting their own Entertainment Zones.
Santa Clara County launches new resources and website to prevent overdose deaths
To mark International Overdose Awareness Day, Santa Clara County announced new resources aimed at preventing overdose deaths. For the first time in a decade, the number of overdose deaths in the county dropped slightly last year. Officials are taking that as a good sign, but also a sign they should redouble their efforts.
Oakland, state officials hail success of far-reaching retail theft sting
At two different news conferences, at two cities, Thursday, Oakland and state officials hailed the success of a nine month long sting targeting retail crimes that had been taking place at marijuana dispensaries from Eureka to San Diego. The 22 suspects have been arraigned and bailed out of the Santa Cruz County jail, where half the crimes took place.
Cooler pattern
Look for another round of low clouds first thing Friday morning. Partly sunny skies will highlight the afternoon forecast. Highs should range from the low 60s near the coast to the low 90s inland. The cooling continues into the weekend. Temperatures are expected to rebound next week. Have a great Friday! -Mark
Google engineer charged with beating wife to death's home
A Santa Clara home where a Google software engineer was charged with beating his wife to death has sold for $2.1 million, according to the listing agent.
San Francisco ranks worst for late-night dining in the U.S., analysis finds
San Francisco is known for its culinary flare, widely recognized as one of the best cities for food in the country. But if you’re among those who enjoy late-night meals out, finding midnight grub will likely be a challenge.
Recharge with a "Self-Cation"
If you're looking for a little more "me time", a vacation might be the answer. Travel Expert Gabe Saglie talks about the latest trend called "self-cation" that more Americans are turning to.
Parenting can be bad for your health
A deeper dive in to the urgent warning from the U.S. Surgeon General. Doctor Vivek Murthy says it's time to recognize that the stress of parenting is a serious public health concern for the country. Kaitlin Soule of Bay Area Modern Therapy joined us on the Nine to explain more.
What doom loop? New businesses open in San Francisco
Some small businesses in San Francisco are opening up and expanding, leading some residents to wonder if the city has turned a corner.
What doom loop?' New businesses open in San Francisco
Some small businesses in San Francisco are opening up and expanding, leading some residents to wonder if the city has turned a corner.
Bay Area Venezuelans take to streets to revive protests disputing election results
Peaceful protest held in San Francisco to mark one month since disputed Venezuela election.
Why are appointments at Mexico's Consulate being sold?
The challenges of booking an appointment at the Consulate General of Mexico in San Francisco and San Jose are forcing many to look for outside sources who are charging for appointments that should be free. Ana Luisa Vallejo Barba, Consul General of Mexico in San Francisco and Alejandra Maria Bologna Zubikarai, Consul General of Mexico in San Jose warn about privacy risks by using outside entities to book appointments.
San Francisco: Rampant sex work along Shotwell Street leads to lawsuit
A group of San Francisco residents has filed a lawsuit against the city to stop illegal activities in their neighborhood.