50th annual pumpkin weigh-off in Half Moon Bay
The world champion pumpkin weigh-off kicked off Monday in Half Moon Bay; this year is the 50th annual event, securing the city's title as the world pumpkin capital.
Nonprofit ALAS recognized for its decade-long dedication in San Mateo County
From navigating the challenges of the COVID pandemic to responding to winter floods and a tragic mass shooting, one local group, known as ALAS, has been recognized for its work addressing these recent crises in San Mateo County.
Pedestrian fatally struck by multiple cars on Highway 101
A person was killed on Highway 101 in San Mateo Thursday morning after being repeatedly struck by vehicles on the road.
Man arrested near school after allegedly publicly masturbating near San Mateo playground
A man was arrested near a school after allegedly masturbating near a children's playground at a San Mateo park Tuesday afternoon, police said.
Biden meets science and technology advisors during Bay Area campaign stop
President Biden's second day in the Bay Area will begin with a meeting of the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology in San Francisco at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday.
President Biden arrives in South Bay courting voters & donors
Pres. Joe Biden arrives at Moffett Field in Mountain View to court NorCal voters, and donors.
Menlo Park Fire Protection District donates fire truck to Maui
Maui’s deputy fire chief says the donated fire engine will be a big help to their department and the community.
Clear skies for jogging in the fog: Dozens turn up for Pacifica's annual Fog Fest
Organizers say Fog Fest is Pacifica's best way to get everyone in the community together.
San Mateo brothers, 10 and 13, deliver check for Maui Strong Fund
Two brothers from San Mateo raised nearly $4,000 for Hawaii's wildfire relief. Earlier this month, Leonardo and Nicolo Felice began selling their toys to raise money after they heard about the devastation.
San Mateo County supervisor creates task force to deal with domestic violence
San Mateo Co. supervisor creates task force to deal with domestic violence. So far, all five of the county's homicides are linked to domestic violence.
New security measures, cameras on Twin Peaks after teen killed
The city of San Francisco is increasing police patrols and taking other new safety measures at the lookout point on Twin Peaks.
CHP vehicle fatally strikes pedestrian in San Mateo
A California Highway Patrol officer fatally struck a pedestrian while driving his patrol vehicle when the person ran out on the freeway in San Mateo, officials said.
Menlo Park: Hazmat crews respond after substance found in rental unit
Police and fire officials responded to a home in Menlo Park on Thursday evening after a homeowner found an unknown substance while cleaning a rental unit, authorities said.
2 Bay Area men sentenced 15, 18 years in prison for child pornography charges
Two Bay Area residents, one being a driving school instructor who used his position to find victims, were sentenced to 15 years and 18 years respectively for several charges relating to child pornography, according to federal prosecutors.
Fundraiser held for farmworkers still recovering from mass shooting in Half Moon Bay
Since the shooting, poor living conditions, food insecurity and economic hardships for farmworkers have received more attention.
Several Bay Area health departments issue new mask mandates, amid rising COVID cases
Health officials in several Bay Area counties have issued new mask mandates as COVID-19 cases continued to rise and in preparation for the upcoming respiratory virus season.
Ex-SFO employee convicted of murdering coworker's boyfriend after she refused to date him
A Peninsula man was convicted of murdering his coworker's boyfriend after she rejected his advances for a romantic relationship, prosecutors said.
Bay Area commercial fishers struggling under weight of recent catch restrictions
Bay area commercial fishers say they are facing unprecedented financial hardships this year after dealing with a range of restrictions on several of their key catches.
Pacifica police recover body near popular beach
Pacifica police and other emergency personnel responded to calls of a possible dead body at the north end of Linda Mar Beach around 5:00 p.m. Friday and recovered the body with the assistance of a helicopter, police said in a press release.
County supervisors approve purchase of two hotels for homeless in Millbrae, South San Francisco
San Mateo County supervisors voted 4 to 1 on Tuesday to approve the purchase of two hotels along the Peninsula to be converted into housing for the homeless.