'Tonechaser' shares biographer's insights from close friendship with rock legend Eddie Van Halen
Author Steve Rose sits down to discuss his intimate friendship with Eddie Van Halen and the stories behind his 580-page book, "Tonechaser."
Author Steve Rose sits down to discuss his intimate friendship with Eddie Van Halen and the stories behind his 580-page book, "Tonechaser."
College admissions anxiety is at an all-time high, but this expert says families need a different perspective
National College Decision Day just passed — the annual milestone when high school seniors officially commit to where they'll spend the next four years.
National College Decision Day just passed — the annual milestone when high school seniors officially commit to where they'll spend the next four years.
War, redistricting, and California voter apathy: What's at stake ahead of the midterms
With the midterm elections just months away, a confluence of crises — a stalled war with Iran, a landmark Supreme Court ruling on voting rights, and an uninspiring California governor's race — is setting up what one political historian calls a genuinely dangerous political moment for Republicans.
With the midterm elections just months away, a confluence of crises — a stalled war with Iran, a landmark Supreme Court ruling on voting rights, and an uninspiring California governor's race — is setting up what one political historian calls a genuinely dangerous political moment for Republicans.
College admissions anxiety at an all-time high
For many students and their families, the college admissions process has become one of the most stressful experiences of adolescence — and a college advisor says much of that anxiety is self-inflicted.
For many students and their families, the college admissions process has become one of the most stressful experiences of adolescence — and a college advisor says much of that anxiety is self-inflicted.
Expert provides tips for travelers on vacation to catch a good night's sleep
Vacation is supposed to be a time to unwind — but for many travelers, a good night's sleep is the one thing they can't seem to pack.
Vacation is supposed to be a time to unwind — but for many travelers, a good night's sleep is the one thing they can't seem to pack.
Spirit Airlines unceremonious shutdown leaves 17,000 without jobs
Spirit Airlines announced an immediate, permanent closure Saturday morning, halting all flight operations nationwide.
Spirit Airlines announced an immediate, permanent closure Saturday morning, halting all flight operations nationwide.
7 pedestrians injured after chaotic night in Oakland
Seven people – including one juvenile – were hurt in Downtown Oakland early Saturday morning when a car mounted the sidewalk following a brawl during First Friday celebrations.
Seven people – including one juvenile – were hurt in Downtown Oakland early Saturday morning when a car mounted the sidewalk following a brawl during First Friday celebrations.
A tribute to a rock and roll legend
Author Steve Rose sits down to discuss his intimate friendship with Eddie Van Halen and the stories behind his book, Tonechasers
Author Steve Rose sits down to discuss his intimate friendship with Eddie Van Halen and the stories behind his book, Tonechasers
Mostly cloudy, cool, and damp today
Happy Sunday everyone. The cloudy, cool, drizzly pattern continues for your Bay Area Sunday. A chance of showers will increase on Monday and part of Tuesday before we dry out and warm up midweek.
Happy Sunday everyone. The cloudy, cool, drizzly pattern continues for your Bay Area Sunday. A chance of showers will increase on Monday and part of Tuesday before we dry out and warm up midweek.
Woman dies after being dropped of at Vallejo hospital with gunshot wound; investigation underway
The woman’s death marks Vallejo’s third homicide of the year.
The woman’s death marks Vallejo’s third homicide of the year.
New Mosswood Recreation Center opens to the Oakland public
The rebuilding effort was a seven-year project involving local leaders, architects, and community members dedicated to restoring the historic park space.
The rebuilding effort was a seven-year project involving local leaders, architects, and community members dedicated to restoring the historic park space.
7 injured in Oakland after car mounts sidewalk
Seven people – including one juvenile – were hurt in Downtown Oakland early Saturday morning when a car mounted the sidewalk following a brawl during First Friday celebrations.
Seven people – including one juvenile – were hurt in Downtown Oakland early Saturday morning when a car mounted the sidewalk following a brawl during First Friday celebrations.
Victim names released in fiery plane crash that killed 5 in Central Texas
The names of all five people killed in the Central Texas plane crash late Thursday night have been released.
The names of all five people killed in the Central Texas plane crash late Thursday night have been released.
Farmers' Market returns to Pleasant HIll
The newly launched Pleasant Hills Farmers' Market will open every Saturday from 9am to 1 pm year round, rain or shine!
The newly launched Pleasant Hills Farmers' Market will open every Saturday from 9am to 1 pm year round, rain or shine!
Woman killed in multi-vehicle crash in San Jose
Several people were taken to local hospitals with varying injuries, police said.
Several people were taken to local hospitals with varying injuries, police said.
7 injured in Downtown Oakland after car mounts sidewalk following First Friday brawl
Oakland police said the altercations were unrelated to and took place outside of the "permitted event footprint" of the official Oakland First Fridays celebrations.
Oakland police said the altercations were unrelated to and took place outside of the "permitted event footprint" of the official Oakland First Fridays celebrations.
Analysis of Iran War and latest jump in gas prices
Interview with Hamline University's Political Science Professor David Schultz about Iran War and latest jump in gas prices
Interview with Hamline University's Political Science Professor David Schultz about Iran War and latest jump in gas prices
California job growth gains momentum, led by healthcare sector
The Golden State added 28,700 payroll jobs in March, with the vast majority of those gains occurring within the healthcare industry.
The Golden State added 28,700 payroll jobs in March, with the vast majority of those gains occurring within the healthcare industry.
Bay Area gas prices approaching record highs
Gas and diesel prices are surging across California with no sign of relief in sight for months. On Friday, the statewide average for a gallon of regular gasoline increased by 5 cents overnight to $6.06.
Gas and diesel prices are surging across California with no sign of relief in sight for months. On Friday, the statewide average for a gallon of regular gasoline increased by 5 cents overnight to $6.06.
New Mosswood Recreation Center opens in Oakland nearly a decade after fire
The Mosswood Recreation Center welcomed community members back to its grounds Saturday morning, celebrating a grand opening nearly 10 years after a devastating fire leveled the previous structure.
The Mosswood Recreation Center welcomed community members back to its grounds Saturday morning, celebrating a grand opening nearly 10 years after a devastating fire leveled the previous structure.