The big top returns to Alameda with immersive dinner-theater experience

For the first time since 2019, the iconic Big Top has returned to Alameda?s waterfront, with the San Francisco skyline as its backdrop. ?The Soiled Dove? brings together circus acts, live music, theater, and decadent dining in an immersive experience that has become a staple of Bay Area nightlife.

Half of Americans over 65 face high cholesterol risks

High cholesterol affects more than half of U.S. adults over 65 and significantly raises the risk of heart disease and stroke. As September marks Healthy Aging Month, Dr. Rita Ng, a Kaiser Permanente cardiologist, shares practical steps seniors can take to manage cholesterol and protect their heart health.

San Francisco to consider taller buildings to meet state housing mandate

San Francisco faces a state deadline to approve more than 80,000 new homes by 2031, or risk losing control of its housing process. Mayor Daniel Lurie?s ?Family Zoning? plan would allow taller buildings and loosen density rules along major transit corridors. The city?s Planning Commission is set to review the proposal tomorrow, as experts weigh in on its potential impact.

Rally to require ICE to unmask faces in San Jose

Several San Jose councilmembers will host a press conference and rally to announce and advocate for a new policy that would prohibit federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents from concealing their identity or covering their faces with masks during enforcement activities in San Jos�.

Burglary at Hindu Temple in Dublin: $34,000 loss

Leaders at a Hindu Temple in Dublin share surveillance videos of a burglary that caused them to lose $34,000 in cash and jewelry used for worship. Still, they say they're determined and resilient. The temple continues to hold nightly prayers and plans to recoup its losses. Police say they are actively investigating this case and that at this point, there is no evidence to indicate the burglary was motivated by prejudice on the basis of religion.

Israel orders Palestinians to evacuate Gaza City through leaflets

Israel's military is ordering a full evacuation of Gaza City ahead of its expanded offensive. Leaflets were dropped in some areas of Gaza City, directing Palestinians to move to a designated humanitarian area in the south. The IDF is hoping to pressure Hamas into releasing its hostages.