California shorted prisoners on 'gate money' for their release. It’s ending the practice
California prisons are no longer withholding money they are supposed to give people at the time of their release, according to a California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation memo obtained by CalMatters.
Hazy, mild temps
Today will be hazy with mild temps. No rain until at least Dec. 15.
Congressman-elect Sam Liccardo: priorities, plans and strategy for working with Republican-controlled Congress
San Jose's former mayor, Sam Liccardo, is set to take the congressional seat soon to be vacated by longtime Congresswoman Anna Eshoo in January.
1 suspect caught, another missing in 2021 San Jose homicide
After more than three years, the San Jose Police Department Wednesday named and arrested a suspect allegedly involved in the 26th homicide of San Jose in 2021.
Pet adoption pop-up launched, plans to address problems at animal shelter
One day after a scathing audit highlighted inhumane conditions at San Jose's city-run animal shelter, city officials are talking about their plans to address the problems. They say this is the time for accountability and for innovation.
California State Attorney General Rob Bonta takes steps to 'Trump proof' public places
California State Attorney General Rob Bonta is speaking out, saying the state is ready to take a stand against any effort by the incoming Trump administration to prevent mass arrests and deportations.
SJ business owners decry economic impact of VTA expansion
Several east San Jose business owners complained, on Wednesday, that VTA's expansion of the Alum Rock light rail line to Eastridge Mall is causing traffic disruptions and closures that are hurting their bottom lines.
Santa Clara County court warning of increase in jury scams
Those who receive a suspected scam call should contact their local police fraud department and the jury office of their local court.
Jury deliberating in Nima Momeni murder trial
A San Francisco jury began deliberations Wednesday after hearing six weeks of evidence in the Nima Momeni murder trial.
More clouds on the way
High clouds, linked to a weakening system, will greet most of the Bay Area Thursday morning. Mostly sunny skies will highlight the afternoon forecast. The mild to warm pattern continues. Highs should range from the low 60s to the low 70s. Another batch of clouds could move in Saturday. Sunshine returns Sunday. -Mark
Timeline: Oakland will see 4 mayors over next 4 months
Oakland Council President Nikki Fortunato Bas laid out the timeline for who will be mayor in the wake of a recall and her own move to the board of supervisors.
Will Governor DeSantis become Secretary DeSantis?
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering nominating Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for defense secretary, replacing current nominee Pete Hegseth, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Bed-and-breakfast on small East Bay island hiring two innkeepers
An East Bay island home to a small inn and lighthouse dating back to 1874 is hiring two innkeepers.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson killed outside NYC hotel: Timeline of what happened
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who lives in Minnesota, was fatally shot in New York City on Wednesday morning and police broke down the timeline of events leading up to and immediately following the "brazen, targeted attack."
UnitedHealthcare CEO killed in 'brazen, targeted attack' outside NYC hotel
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who lives in Minnesota, was fatally shot in New York City Wednesday morning, with police calling this a "brazen, targeted attack."
Kentucky boy in coma after jumping from truck as intoxicated father drove to buy beer
A Kentucky man is facing charges after authorities say he went on a beer run while intoxicated and his son jumped out of his truck, leaving him in a coma.
North Beach & Chinatown supervisor says future of SF depends on his district
San Francisco will see a number of new city supervisors in the coming year, and Danny Sauter, a political newcomer, will be among them.
Video: British rock band robbed in Vallejo
Members of a British rock band said they were robbed on Tuesday in Vallejo, just as they were starting their U.S. tour.
Scathing audit reveals 'inhumane' conditions at San Jose animal shelter
The city issued a scathing report about San Jose's animal shelter, saying the conditions there are “inhumane."
Fundraiser for Sonoma County ranger killed in murder-suicide
Friends and family are raising money for a Sonoma County park ranger who was killed in a murder-suicide on Thanksgiving eve.