DOJ sues to block new California congressional map following Prop 50 win

The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday filed a motion to aid in a lawsuit California Republicans have brought against Gov. Gavin Newsom over Prop 50.

Bay Area food banks struggle after historic federal shutdown

The historic 43-day federal government shutdown dealt a major setback to Bay Area food banks, which were forced to ramp up resources as SNAP funding was delayed during a time they would normally be preparing for the holidays.

Rep. Swalwell accused of mortgage fraud, subject to DOJ probe: reports

The U.S. Justice Department has opened a probe against Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., for alleged mortgage fraud, according to reports. 

Wisconsin dad's TikTok antics go viral, racking up millions of views

A Whitefish Bay dad's attempt to connect and get under his daughters' skin has gone viral after his TikTok account caught fire among an audience that can't get enough of the antics.

Bay Area food banks brace for holiday rush
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The historic 43-day federal government shutdown dealt a major setback to many Bay Area food banks, which were forced to ramp up resources as SNAP funding was delayed during a time they would normally be preparing for the holidays.

Brock Purdy returns to 49ers' starting lineup after 6-game absence

Quarterback Brock Purdy will return to the starting lineup for the San Francisco 49ers this week after missing the last six games with a toe injury. 

Brock Purdy returns to 49ers' starting lineup after 6-game absence
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Quarterback Brock Purdy will return to the starting lineup for the San Francisco 49ers this week after missing the last six games with a toe injury.

Storm packs punch in South Bay
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A strong atmospheric river brought steady rain and high winds to the South Bay. Drivers faced dangerous hydroplaning conditions on some roadways.

DOJ joins suit against Prop. 50
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The U.S. Justice Department has joined a Republican lawsuit seeking to block the congressional district boundaries approved by California voters just last week under Prop. 50. The U.S. attorney general today called Prop. 50 a "redistricting scheme that tramples civil rights" and that its a power grab. Prop. 50 is in response to redistricting in Texas that would give Republicans an advantage in elections.

When will federal employees get backpay? Here's the expected dates for each agency

The Office of Personnel Management tells FOX 5 they will begin sending out “superchecks" covering the pay period between October 1 and November 1, starting on Saturday. Here's the list of when each agency will see their backpay.

Laney athletic director John Beam shot on campus
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The victim wounded in a shooting at Laney College was longtime football coach and athletic director John Beam.

Blue Origin New Glenn Mission NG-2 headed to Mars with NASA's Escapade spacecraft

Blue Origin's New Glen NG-2 Mission successfully launched from Florida's Launch Complex 36 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station en route to Mars with NASA's Escapade spacecraft.

It Has Arrived!
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The storm has lived up to its expectations! Anywhere from an inch of rain to nearly 4.5 inchs of precipatation has accumulated so far today in the Bay Area. Highest wind recorded was at Cobb Ridge in Lake County at 63 mph. The High Wind Warning has allowed to expire with the Wind Advisory in effect until 3 PM as well as a Flood Advisory for SF, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. A Beach Hazard Alert is in effect until Friday night for waves peaking at 18 feet and sneaker waves. Spotty showers late this afternoon through the evening with an isolated showetr on Friday. Highs in the 60s.

Shooting reported at Oakland's Laney College
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A possible shooting was reported Thursday on the campus of Laney College in Oakland, prompting a lockdown.

5 more arrests in San Jose's Kim Hung Jewelry store robbery
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Authorities have made five more arrests in connection with a jewelry store robbery in San Jose that left the 88-year-old shop owner wounded.