Lego unveils smart brick sets that bring ‘your creations to life’
Lego has revealed Smart Play, a screen-free product that brings builds to life with technology, debuting with interactive Star Wars sets. Here’s what we know.
Lego has revealed Smart Play, a screen-free product that brings builds to life with technology, debuting with interactive Star Wars sets. Here’s what we know.
'Lost' star Evangeline Lilly reveals brain damage after beach fall
Actress Evangeline Lilly revealed that she has suffered brain damage following a fall that occurred during a beach outing last year.
Actress Evangeline Lilly revealed that she has suffered brain damage following a fall that occurred during a beach outing last year.
Bottom of the Hill, legendary San Francisco live music venue, to shutter in 2026
San Francisco's legendary live music venue, Bottom of the Hill announced on Friday that 2026 will be its final year in business.
San Francisco's legendary live music venue, Bottom of the Hill announced on Friday that 2026 will be its final year in business.
Tommy Lee Jones' daughter died of suspected overdose at San Francisco hotel: reports
Victoria Jones, the daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, was found dead in a San Francisco hotel on New Year’s Day in a suspected overdose, according to emergency dispatch audio.
Victoria Jones, the daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, was found dead in a San Francisco hotel on New Year’s Day in a suspected overdose, according to emergency dispatch audio.
Daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones found deceased in San Francisco hotel, TMZ reports
The daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones was found dead in a San Francisco hotel New Year's Day, TMZ reports.
The daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones was found dead in a San Francisco hotel New Year's Day, TMZ reports.
Will Smith sued by violinist for sexual harassment, wrongful termination claims
Brian King Joseph, a professional violinist, is suing Will Smith and his company, Treyball Studios Management, alleging a series of retaliatory and discriminatory actions during a global music tour.
Brian King Joseph, a professional violinist, is suing Will Smith and his company, Treyball Studios Management, alleging a series of retaliatory and discriminatory actions during a global music tour.
Celebrity deaths of 2025: Remembering the entertainers, artists we lost
In 2025, we saw the loss of several celebrities who have left a mark on the entertainment and political worlds.
In 2025, we saw the loss of several celebrities who have left a mark on the entertainment and political worlds.
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor from ‘The Wire,’ ‘Veep,' dies at 71
The actor gained popularity for his roles on the hit HBO shows "The Wire" and "Veep," and also appeared in several films during his career, including "Goodfellas," "The 25th Hour," and "Da 5 Bloods."
The actor gained popularity for his roles on the hit HBO shows "The Wire" and "Veep," and also appeared in several films during his career, including "Goodfellas," "The 25th Hour," and "Da 5 Bloods."
List: 10 notable 2025 fiction titles by Bay Area authors
Presented in alphabetical order, this list offers sometimes overlooked books of fiction by local writers released this year. Check these 10 out and share them with friends. Happy reading!
Presented in alphabetical order, this list offers sometimes overlooked books of fiction by local writers released this year. Check these 10 out and share them with friends. Happy reading!
George Clooney is now a French citizen: Here's what to know about dual citizenship
It can be said that a famous American actor is now also French, as it was announced that George Clooney, his wife, and his two children have obtained French citizenship. Here's what to know about having more than one citizenship at the same time.
It can be said that a famous American actor is now also French, as it was announced that George Clooney, his wife, and his two children have obtained French citizenship. Here's what to know about having more than one citizenship at the same time.
Richard Smallwood, gospel music icon, dies at 77
Grammy-nominated gospel singer, songwriter and composer Richard Smallwood has died at age 77.
Grammy-nominated gospel singer, songwriter and composer Richard Smallwood has died at age 77.
'Malcolm in the Middle' revival trailer released: When and where to watch
Frankie Muniz, Bryan Cranston, and Jane Kaczmarek are set to star in ‘Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair'.
Frankie Muniz, Bryan Cranston, and Jane Kaczmarek are set to star in ‘Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair'.
The CD is back: Why a new generation is pressing play on physical music
Compact discs are seeing a modest resurgence as younger listeners rediscover physical music formats, even as long-term sales continue to decline.
Compact discs are seeing a modest resurgence as younger listeners rediscover physical music formats, even as long-term sales continue to decline.
Brigitte Bardot, '60s sex symbol and animal rights activist, dies at 91
Movie star Brigitte Bardot has died at age 91. The actress and one-time sex symbol later became an animal rights activist with far-right political views.
Movie star Brigitte Bardot has died at age 91. The actress and one-time sex symbol later became an animal rights activist with far-right political views.
Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, suspect in Tupac's murder, claims police search was unlawful
Attorneys for Duane “Keffe D” Davis say he was a 60-year-old retired cancer survivor when police arrested him – not the dangerous drug dealer prosecutors are painting him to be.
Attorneys for Duane “Keffe D” Davis say he was a 60-year-old retired cancer survivor when police arrested him – not the dangerous drug dealer prosecutors are painting him to be.
JonBenet Ramsey case could benefit from new DNA technology
JonBenet Ramsey, who was murdered in her Boulder home on Christmas in 1996, may see her case revived as new DNA technology offers hope for answers.
JonBenet Ramsey, who was murdered in her Boulder home on Christmas in 1996, may see her case revived as new DNA technology offers hope for answers.
The Cure's Perry Bamonte dies at 65
The Cure’s Perry Bamonte, who joined the band in 1990 and played nearly 500 shows with them, has died.
The Cure’s Perry Bamonte, who joined the band in 1990 and played nearly 500 shows with them, has died.
Taylor Swift donates more than $2M in holiday gifting spree
Taylor Swift is in the spirit of giving. Multiple organizations are sharing they’ve received donations from the pop star – with some amounting to as much as $1 million.
Taylor Swift is in the spirit of giving. Multiple organizations are sharing they’ve received donations from the pop star – with some amounting to as much as $1 million.
Pat Finn, actor and comedian, dies at 60
The entertainer made a name for himself on television shows like "The Middle," "Friends," and "Seinfeld."
The entertainer made a name for himself on television shows like "The Middle," "Friends," and "Seinfeld."
Russell Brand charged with 2 more counts of rape, sexual assault
Police have added two rape and sexual assault charges against actor and comedian Russell Brand. Here's what we know.
Police have added two rape and sexual assault charges against actor and comedian Russell Brand. Here's what we know.