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Plus, Stop the Sweeps demonstrators rally in response to SF Mayor London Breed's latest push to clear city streets of unhoused encampments. And Google steps up plans to add a new building in San Jose.
NAACP Oakland holds convention watch party support Vice President Kamala Harris as she accepts Democratic Party presidential nomination
NAACP Oakland held a DNC watch party on the convention's fourth and final night in Oakland. . People were emoti0nal and enthusiastic as they embrace Vice President Kamala Harris, an Oakland native. Many in the audience know her and have worked with her. They are thrilled to have the former Alameda County prosecutor and San Francisco District Attorney be the Democratic Party's presidential nominee.
2024 DNC Day 4 Recap: Kamala Harris accepts presidential nomination
Vice President Kamala Harris called on Americans to join her to "chart a new way forward" as she accepted the Democratic nomination on Thursday, arguing her personal story and prosecutorial background made her uniquely qualified to protect their interests and beat Republican Donald Trump.
Vigil held for San Jose Community Service Officer killed by drunk driver
Long Pham attended schools in San Jose and became a San Jose Police Community Service Officer in 2022. Pham is the first CSO in San Jose to be killed in the line of duty.
Oakland police investigating deadly shooting
Oakland police are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Thursday evening near 82nd Avenue, according to officials. One person was found dead at the scene while others took themselves to nearby hospitals. It's unclear how many victims there are.
Boat flotilla shows support for Trump
A Republican boat flotilla cruised through the San Francisco Bay near Foster City showing support for former President Donald Trump. The flotilla comes on the last day of the Democratic National Convention where Vice President Kamala Harris officially accepted her party's nomination.
2024 DNC: Kamala Harris' full speech
Vice President Kamala Harris called on Americans to join her to "chart a new way forward" as she accepted the Democratic nomination on Thursday, arguing her personal story and prosecutorial background made her uniquely qualified to protect their interests and beat Republican Donald Trump.
2024 DNC: Maya Harris' full speech
Watch Maya Harris' full speech from the final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Future of sonic internet service in Berkeley uncertain
As PG&E moves more of its power lines underground, other companies that use its power poles to provide internet service are having to make adjustments.
VP Harris's childhood roots in Berkeley chart path from public schools to presidential nominee
Berkeley is getting international attention as Vice-President Kamala Harris makes history as a presidential nominee. Harris was born in Oakland and grew up in Berkeley as a child, while her parents both UC Berkeley graduates pursued their academic degrees and careers. Here is a look at the places she lived and attended school, and how she is impacting people who now walk those same halls.
Homeless advocates slam SF sweeps
Homeless advocates rallied in front of City Hall criticizing San Francisco's homeless encampment sweeps.
Fire breaks out at South SJ home, injures firefighter
A two-alarm fire in a South San Jose home injured a firefighter and displaced four residents Thursday afternoon, officials said.
2024 DNC: Steph Curry endorses Kamala Harris
He wasn’t on the schedule, but NBA star and Olympic gold medal winner Stephen Curry just popped up on the big screens at the DNC to lend his support to Harris’ campaign.
More cooling on the way
A unseasonably cool weather system will approach the Bay Area Friday. You can expect more clouds and cooler temperatures. There is even the slight chance of a few showers (favoring the North Bay). Highs should range from the low 60s near the coast to the mid 70s inland. Another warming trend moves in this weekend. By Tuesday, the inland neighborhoods could approach 100 degrees. Have a great Friday! -Mark
2024 DNC: Elizabeth Warren's full speech
Watch Sen. Elizabeth Warren's full speech from the final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
2024 DNC: Padilla says Harris, Walz will ‘defend the dream’
California Sen. Alex Padilla, who was sworn in to fill Kamala Harris’ Senate seat in 2021 after she became vice president, talked about how both he and Harris are a product of the American dream, coming from immigrant households and ascending to the highest levels of public office.
2024 DNC: Oakland 6th grader leads Pledge of Allegiance
Oakland sixth grader Luna Maring led the Pledge Allegiance at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Wednesday.
San Francisco-born, oldest living person dies at age 117
Born in San Francisco in 1907, Maria Branyas Morera, who was the oldest living person on earth, died at the age of 117 years old.
Gus Walz brought to tears as dad accepts VP nomination
“That’s my dad!” 17-year-old Gus Walz could be seen saying as his father, Tim Walz, accepted the Democratic nomination for vice president on Wednesday.
Thursday brings cooler temperatures
Breaking news, weather, and traffic from across the Bay Area to start your day. KTVU Meteorologist Steve Paulson shares the latest forecast.