PG&E to lower electric, gas rates in the new year

The rate cuts are due to PG&E completing a number of "safety and reliability projects" for customers and lower greenhouse gas compliance costs.

Somali-run day care in Minneapolis broken into, vandalized

Someone broke into a Somali-run day care in Minneapolis earlier this week, causing "extensive vandalism," according to Nokomis Daycare Center.

Authorities seek help identifying woman found dead in San Francisco

Authorities were unable to identify the woman, and released a composite sketch in the hopes that someone may be able to recognize and name her.

Federal government freezes Minnesota child care funding amid fraud investigation

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced it has frozen all child care payments to Minnesota amid the ongoing investigation and allegations of fraud. The equates to about $185 million per year.

New laws taking effect in 2026: What you need to know

A wide range of new state laws will take effect in 2026, bringing changes that impact workers, students, renters and consumers across the country.

Newsom vs. Khanna: A potential 2028 preview?
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Sonoma State University political science professor Dave McCuan discusses the rivalry between Democrats Gavin Newsom and Ro Khanna, whose names have been floated to run for president in 2028.

Rain for New Year's Eve
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It's going to rain in the Bay Area for New Year's Eve. 

San Jose getting ready for New Years Eve

From the fog, to the lasers, to the big balloon drop, San Jose's Continental Bar and Lounge is pulling out all the stops.

San Jose New Year's Eve preparations
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Businesses and families in San Jose are gearing up for New Year's Eve. 

New insurance laws in 2026
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A number of new laws will take effect on Jan. 1, including several aimed at the insurance industry. 

Richmond police investigating IHOP employee's death, person of interest shoots himself
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An employee at a Richmond IHOP, who was found unconscious by coworkers on Monday afternoon and who later died, is the subject of a homicide investigation, police say. One day after the shooting, police at a news conference said a person of interest in this case is in critical condition after shooting themselves near the San Pablo Police Department.

IHOP person of interest shoots self, police say
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A person of interest in connection to a Richmond IHOP homicide shot themselves in front of San Pablo police on Tuesday, officials say. The person of interest is in critical condition. 

Washington floods and misinformation | West Coast Wrap
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The floodwaters may have receded in Washington but the misinformation lingers. How officials are trying to combat the confusion and concern caused by AI-generated videos and online conspiracy theories about the disaster. 

IHOP employee from Richmond restaurant killed
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An employee of an IHOP restaurant in Richmond was killed on Monday afternoon, police say. Officials say it appears the victim may have been shot. The homicide is under investigation. 

Richmond police investigating IHOP employee's death, person of interest shoots himself

An employee at a Richmond IHOP, who was found unconscious by coworkers on Monday afternoon and who later died, is the subject of a homicide investigation, police say. 

Rex the Wallaby found safe after escaping animal farm in New Jersey

Rex, an approximately 3-year-old wallaby, escaped from a Gloucester County animal farm overnight Monday and was later found safe Tuesday night.