Halloween in the Castro hopes to draw large turnout
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Businesses and people who love Halloween hope this holiday will bring back the beloved tradition of large crowds dressed in creative costumes for Halloween in San Francisco's Castro neighborhood.

Bird flu to blame for Petaluma farm having to destroy 57,000 ducks
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A Sonoma County duck farm is being forced to destroy tens of thousands of ducks that have been or will be infected by a highly-contagious bird flu. The same farm was hit by the disease two years ago when infected migratory wild birds make contact with domesticated farm animals.

Bay Area food banks brace for surge as SNAP suspension nears
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Food banks across the Bay Area are preparing for a surge in demand as millions of Americans brace for a suspension of federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, a consequence of the ongoing government shutdown. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-Concord, hosted a town hall Thursday night in Martinez to address mounting concerns over the shutdown’s growing impact. The congressman expressed little optimism that lawmakers in Washington would reach a deal soon to end the impasse.

Oakland's Fruitvale has emergency preparedness plan for Dia de Los Muertos

The Unity Council’s 30th annual "Dia de Los Muertos" celebrations in the Fruitvale district are full steam ahead despite fears of federal immigration enforcement.

Oakland police speak out on federal gang indictment

Oakland police weighed in Thursday on raids targeting Sureño street gangs, a day after federal officials announced an indictment targeting nine members.

ICE agent involved in shooting | West Coast Wrap
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An investigation is underway in Southern California after an ICE agent shot and wounded a man who authorities say was driving his car toward the officer. What we're learning about Thursday's shooting, the third time immigration agents have opened fire during operations here in the West since last week.

Anti-ICE protesters rally outside Sonoma County Jail to voice immigrants' fear

Protesters rallied at the Sonoma County Detention Center on Thursday to voice the fears of the immigrant community and the apparently unfounded concerns the sheriff's office would cooperate with ICE.

Oakland's Fruitvale has emergency preparedness plan for Dia de Los Muertos
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The Unity Council’s 30th annual "Dia de Los Muertos" celebrations in the Fruitvale district are full steam ahead despite fears of federal immigration enforcement.

Anti-ICE protesters rally outside Sonoma County Jail to voice immigrants' fear
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About 100 protesters with the Sonoma County Sanctuary Coalition gathered at the exit of the Sonoma County Detention Center in Santa Rosa Thursday, calling on Sonoma County's Board to pass an ordinance explicitly stating their "non-collaboration with ICE."

Nice Halloween forecast
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A nice Halloween forecast! Patchy clouds should resurface Friday morning. Hazy sunshine is expected later in the day. Highs should range from the mid 60s to the upper 70s. The weekend remains dry and mild. Rain chances will be increasing next week. Have a great Halloween! -Mark

SFPD work to identify sexual battery suspect in assault of minor at Golden Gate Park

San Francisco police said they are following up on investigative leads following the sexual assault of a young soccer player in Golden Gate Park last week. 

SF bodega cat struck and killed by Waymo, store owner says

San Francisco's Mission District is mourning the loss of a beloved Bodega cat after he was  killed by a Waymo autonomous vehicle this week. 

Bodega cat struck and killed by Waymo, store owner says
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The Mission District community is mourning a bodega's mascot cat who was struck and killed by a Waymo autonomous vehicle on Monday, the store's owner says. KitKat, a gray tabby, was rushed to a veterinarian but did not survive. A sidewalk memorial with flowers and candy is outside Randa's Market at 16th Street.

Oakland police weigh in on fed indictment of alleged gang members
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Nine men have been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges linked to homicides and violence. Others are facing state charges.

Bay Area food banks brace for crush of people as CalFresh payments pause in 2 days
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Officials at South Bay food banks say they're preparing for a flood of people- seeking food as CalFresh payments from the federal government are set to pause this Saturday.

Teen makes PBJ for SNAP recipients as gov't shutdown continues
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A Pacifica teen is doing her part to help those impacted by the cut in food-assistance programs. Every Saturday in November, the 16-year-old will make 40 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to distribute to SNAP recipients from the community.