'Brave' teenager gets legs amputated while comatose after contracting infection on Christmas

A tragic incident involving a comatose Tennessee teenager, Anita Navas, has unfolded over the Christmas holiday. Navas, 13, had to undergo double leg amputation due to a severe infection.

Child tax credit expansion part of bipartisan $78B deal proposed in Congress

In a bipartisan effort, senior Congress lawmakers have unveiled a $78 billion tax deal aimed at expanding child tax credits and providing tax breaks for businesses.

Disneyland Magic Key Pass sales resume: What to know

Disneyland Resort is once again resuming sales of select passes in the Magic Key program. Here's what you need to know.

Pope Francis condemns surrogacy as 'despicable,' calls for global ban

Pope Francis called Monday for a universal ban on what he called the “despicable” practice of surrogate motherhood, as he included the “commercialization” of pregnancy in an annual speech listing threats to global peace and human dignity.

Top trending baby names of 2024: Here’s what’s rising in popularity

Laura Wattenberg, the creator of Namerology, said parents are looking for distinctive names that stand out. Here’s a look at which names will be trending this year.

'Batman' cheers up children in Bay Area hospitals

One man has made it his mission to spread joy and light to children with chronic illnesses or disabilities for nearly a decade.

Baby reunites with Livermore-Pleasanton firefighters who saved her life

A special meeting on Tuesday reunited a 5-month-old from Livermore with the firefighters and first responders who saved her life earlier this year.

Study reveals states where parents pay more to support adult children

A majority of parents are still helping their adult kids financially, but the amount they're willing to give for expenses is higher in certain parts of the country.

30th anniversary of Mrs Doubtfire: director plans new documentary with Robin Williams' outtakes

This week marked the 30th anniversary of the film "Mrs. Doubtfire." It showcased the beauty of the Bay Area. The late Robin Williams who lived here locally, was the beloved star. Director Chris Columbus tells KTVU he plans to make a documentary showcasing Williams' brilliance during the making of the film.

San Jose parents charged with murder after toddler dies of fentanyl, meth poisoning

In an unprecedented move, the Santa Clara County District Attorney on Wednesday announced prosecutors charged two parents with the murder of their 18-month-old daughter, who died of fentanyl and methamphetamine toxicity. 

3 at Disneyland injured from fallen lamp post knocked down by Santa Ana winds

One person was hospitalized with serious injuries and two others hurt after a lamppost at Disneyland fell down amid strong Santa Ana winds, according to authorities.

San Mateo County libraries giving out free diaper kits

San Mateo County Libraries have launched a pilot program offering more than 1,800 free diaper kits to support families in need.