San Mateo event center turns into drive-in movie theater
All shows start at 9 p.m. and tickets are $35 per car.
Ford to introduce new Bronco on O.J. Simpson's birthday
A Ford spokesperson said the date is "purely coincidental."
Bay Area's only Vegas-style casino reopens after COVID-19 closure
Graton Resort and Casino, located along Highway 101 in Rohnert Park, will welcome gamblers again Thursday morning.
Academy delays 2021 Oscars ceremony because of coronavirus
For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network said Monday that the 93rd Academy Awards will now be held April 25, 2021, eight weeks later than originally planned because of the pandemic’s effects on the movie industry.
Oscars to set best picture category at 10 nominees, implement inclusion standards for eligibility
The organization is planning to implement new eligibility requirements with an eye toward diversity that will be finalized by the end of July.
‘The Bachelor’ names Matt James as its first-ever black lead
Matt James, 28, is the first black lead contestant in the show’s 18-year history.
Starbucks updates policy on Black Lives Matter apparel following backlash
Starbucks had reportedly sent a memo to employees that outlined the store’s policy against wearing Black Lives Matter-related apparel in the workplace.
'Live PD' dropped by A&E on heels of 'Cops' cancellation
“This is a critical time in our nation’s history and we have made the decision to cease production on Live PD," A&E said in a statement.
'Cops' TV show ends 32-year run following George Floyd protests, according to reports
"Cops" is ending its 32-year run after protests sprang up around the world due to the outrage over George Floyd's death at the hands of police.
California OK's movie theaters to reopen with limited seating
The state recommends movie theaters implement reservation systems, designate arrival times and designating certain seats that people can use so that movie goers can maintain 6 feet of distance from other groups. Moviegoers should, at a minimum, wear face coverings when entering and exiting the theater or buying concessions, the state guidance says.
Bonnie Pointer, early member of Pointer Sisters, dies at 69
"Our family is devastated. On behalf of my siblings and I and the entire Pointer family, we ask for your prayers at this time," Anita Pointer said in a statement.
Elmer Fudd will not use a gun in new 'Looney Tunes' cartoons
Elmer Fudd has made a big change for the newest series of "Looney Tunes" cartoons.
‘#TheShowMustBePaused’: FOX joins music industry’s June 2 blackout
The initiative, known as #TheShowMustBePaused, was created by two black women in the multi-billion dollar music industry that profits so greatly from black art.
Music industry calls for Black Out Tuesday amid unrest
The music industry is planning to turn off the music and hold a day to reflect and implement change in response to the death of George Floyd and the killings of other black people.
Jimmy Cobb, 'Kind of Blue' drummer for Miles Davis, dead at 91
Jimmy Cobb, the last surviving member of Miles Davis’ 1959 “Kind of Blue” groundbreaking jazz album that transformed the genre and sparked several careers, died Sunday.
Betty White, 98, says she's 'blessed with incredibly good health' amid the pandemic
“Betty loves to joke that vodka keeps her young."
Tom Hanks records video message for Oakland's Skyline High graduation
The Skyline graduation was the first of the year for the Oakland Unified School District, which has been holding classes remotely since mid-March due to the novel coronavirus health emergency.
The Stud, San Francisco's oldest gay bar, permanently closes location due to COVID-19
San Francisco's oldest gay bar, The Stud, announced Wednesday it will permanently close its current location due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Matt Lauer breaks silence about sex assault allegations
Lauer chose to issue his response now, after Farrow's reporting was criticized recently in the New York Times.
Beyoncé to give graduation speech alongside the Obamas
YouTube announced Tuesday that Beyoncé will deliver an inspirational message to the 2020 class for its “Dear Class of 2020” event, which will take place June 6 at 3 p.m. EDT and will stream on YouTube.