San Francisco's overdose deaths fall to lowest level on record
Overdose deaths in the city fell to their lowest level on record — 34 deaths in July, the lowest since the city began tracking the number in 2020. Those 34 deaths represent a decrease of more than 20% compared to last year, when there 52. For 2026 as a whole there have been close to 300 deaths, nearly 30% fewer than last year.
Overdose deaths in the city fell to their lowest level on record — 34 deaths in July, the lowest since the city began tracking the number in 2020. Those 34 deaths represent a decrease of more than 20% compared to last year, when there 52. For 2026 as a whole there have been close to 300 deaths, nearly 30% fewer than last year.
Selena Gomez sued for fraud
Selena Gomez and her mother are being sued for allegedly defrauding investors.
Selena Gomez and her mother are being sued for allegedly defrauding investors.
Oakland has a new tool for illegal dumping – and it's already picked up 34K pounds of trash
Illegal dumping has long plagued neighborhoods across Oakland, but city officials showcased a new addition to their cleanup efforts aimed at tackling the problem head-on.
Illegal dumping has long plagued neighborhoods across Oakland, but city officials showcased a new addition to their cleanup efforts aimed at tackling the problem head-on.
Waymo receives approval to expand services across the Bay Area, California
Residents across the state should expect to start seeing driverless cars in their cities, as autonomous taxi company Waymo on Friday received approval to expand its service across California.
Residents across the state should expect to start seeing driverless cars in their cities, as autonomous taxi company Waymo on Friday received approval to expand its service across California.
Hayward's El Taquito Dos, a family recipe for success
From the original El Taquito to El Taquito Dos in Hayward, the family has kept the tradition alive. For many customers, a visit is about more than a meal, it’s about memories of growing up, and now sharing those memories with the next generation. Oralia Padilla and Jorge Espinosa, co-owners of El Taquito Dos, share their story and famous dishes.
From the original El Taquito to El Taquito Dos in Hayward, the family has kept the tradition alive. For many customers, a visit is about more than a meal, it’s about memories of growing up, and now sharing those memories with the next generation. Oralia Padilla and Jorge Espinosa, co-owners of El Taquito Dos, share their story and famous dishes.
Oakland's Home of Chicken and Waffles closing
The Home of Chicken and Waffles in Oakland is closing at the end of August.
The Home of Chicken and Waffles in Oakland is closing at the end of August.
Back to school in the San Ramon Unified School District
28,000 students returned to the classroom this week in the San Ramon Unified School district.
28,000 students returned to the classroom this week in the San Ramon Unified School district.
What’s next for Luigi Mangione after his federal guilty plea?
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, resolving the federal case against him while a separate state prosecution remains pending.
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, resolving the federal case against him while a separate state prosecution remains pending.
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The decision could have serious implications on his upcoming state trial for the killing.
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges in the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The decision could have serious implications on his upcoming state trial for the killing.
Hawaii trip disrupted? Here's what to do
Tropical storm Lala might disrupt your flight to Hawaii. Going ravel expert Katy Nastro guides you on what to do.
Tropical storm Lala might disrupt your flight to Hawaii. Going ravel expert Katy Nastro guides you on what to do.
MLB picks Oracle Park to host 2028 All-Star game
Major League Baseball announced Friday morning that the All-Star Game is returning to San Francisco in 2028. Oracle Park will serve as the host venue for the marquee event.
Major League Baseball announced Friday morning that the All-Star Game is returning to San Francisco in 2028. Oracle Park will serve as the host venue for the marquee event.
Suspect in World War II Memorial vandalism facing felony charges, taken into custody
Authorities have taken into custody the suspect accused of vandalizing the World War II Memorial on the National Mall, where bubbles filled a fountain and "Clean hands dirty $" was written in red paint.
Authorities have taken into custody the suspect accused of vandalizing the World War II Memorial on the National Mall, where bubbles filled a fountain and "Clean hands dirty $" was written in red paint.
Oakland PRIDE: what to know
Oakland pride is kicking off with a vibrant parade through downtown this weekend. The parade is from 10:30AM to Noon Sunday, August 16.
Oakland pride is kicking off with a vibrant parade through downtown this weekend. The parade is from 10:30AM to Noon Sunday, August 16.
‘Love & Hip Hop’ star 'Betty Idol' arrested, accused of $200K real estate scam
Reality TV star Salomes Jackson ("Betty Idol"), known for her appearances on Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, was arrested in Volusia County for her alleged role in a $196,000 real estate scam.
Reality TV star Salomes Jackson ("Betty Idol"), known for her appearances on Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, was arrested in Volusia County for her alleged role in a $196,000 real estate scam.
Oakland pays $17M for death following police 'ghost chase'
The city of Oakland has agreed to pay the family of a 28-year-old man killed at a taco truck during an unauthorized police "ghost chase" $17 million.
The city of Oakland has agreed to pay the family of a 28-year-old man killed at a taco truck during an unauthorized police "ghost chase" $17 million.
What tropical storm 'Lala' could mean for Hawaii
A tropical storm is headed toward Hawaii. Make sure to pay attention to the forecast if you're heading there.
A tropical storm is headed toward Hawaii. Make sure to pay attention to the forecast if you're heading there.
2 fundraisers in SF to help quake victims in Colombia
Two San Francisco restaurant owners are stepping up to help victims of the devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia that killed more than 280 people and left hundreds missing.
Two San Francisco restaurant owners are stepping up to help victims of the devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia that killed more than 280 people and left hundreds missing.
49ers Faithful flood Levi's Stadium for preseason opener against Titans
San Francisco 49ers fans flooded Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara for the unofficial start of the football season as the team faced off against the Tennessee Titans in their first preseason game.
San Francisco 49ers fans flooded Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara for the unofficial start of the football season as the team faced off against the Tennessee Titans in their first preseason game.
Kennedy High School cleared to reopen after environmental testing finds no toxic vapor intrusion
Environmental testing confirmed there is no evidence of toxic vapor intrusion at Kennedy High School. The campus and adjacent Richmond Swim Center will reopen to students and staff on Tuesday.
Environmental testing confirmed there is no evidence of toxic vapor intrusion at Kennedy High School. The campus and adjacent Richmond Swim Center will reopen to students and staff on Tuesday.
This highly anticipated new food hall in the Bay Area is finally opening
A long-awaited food hall is set to open this weekend at a national park, the Presidio in San Francisco.
A long-awaited food hall is set to open this weekend at a national park, the Presidio in San Francisco.