PG&E power line sensor upgrades may be too sensitive, resulting in shutoffs
In an effort to keep reducing wildfire ignitions, Pacific Gas & Electric has upgraded sensors that can tell it more quickly if a power line has been compromised or might spark a fire. But some of that technology has set off some false alarms.
Oakland violence not letting up as city records 100th homicide
Oakland's relentless pace of violence continues to hold a tight grip over the city, which has logged more killings in 2021 than this time last year.
Bay Area mostly averts PG&E power shut-off, weather all-clear given
From Livermore to Napa Valley's high elevations, the National Weather Service issued a red flag warning for parts of the North and East Bay that went into effect Sunday night. PG&E also shut off power to a small swath of residents in Solano, Lake and Yolo counties.
Oakland community leaders bring gifts, visit kids injured in high speed DUI crash
An Oakland family that suffered injuries in a horrific crash involving a suspected drunk driver earlier this month received a visit from community leaders who came bearing gifts.
PG&E blames dust and rain combo for power outage
Thousands of PG&E customers lost power over the weekend because of a combination of dust and rain on power lines and equipment, the utility said.
Weather-related power outages mostly resolved; East Bay hardest hit
The number of PG&E customers still affected by weather-related power outages in the Bay Area dropped to under 8,000 by Sunday evening.
1 man killed, several others injured in early morning Oakland shooting
Oakland police say one man died and several others were injured in a shooting early Sunday morning.
Oakland police searching for missing 23-year-old woman
Police in Oakland are looking for a missing at-risk 23-year-old woman last seen Wednesday afternoon.
Oakland police misconduct: Nine disciplined in fallout from now-deleted Instagram account
The City of Oakland confirms that personnel with Oakland Police Department have been disciplined for their use of a now-deleted Instagram account that contained racist and sexist material, officials say.
Disney World workers to march against company vaccine mandate
"We understand that COVID-19 is a very real health concern that we all have to take seriously," said event organizer Nick Caturano, "but many cast members have a legitimate basis for refusing vaccination."
PG&E customers should prepare for another rate hike
PG&E customers could soon see a higher utility bill. This is due to the company's request for wildfire safety funding.
15-year-old boy suspected of shooting female relative to death in San Jose
Police are investigating a shooting that left one woman dead. The suspect, a 15-year-old boy, is related to the victim, police say.
Salesforce Dreamforce conference to return to San Francisco's Moscone Center
San Francisco is preparing to welcome back one of its largest conventions. Salesforce's Dreamforce is returning to the Moscone Center next Tuesday.
San Jose resident charged in brutal murder of 72-year-old man
A 25-year-old San Jose resident has been arrested on suspicion of homicide. Police say Sherman Smith was the primary suspect in the brutal murder of a 72-year-old man who was tied up, repeatedly stabbed, then drowned in a bathtub.
Beloved father identified by family as victim in brutal San Jose murder
A 25-year-old San Jose resident has been arrested on suspicion of homicide. Police say Sherman Smith is the primary suspect in the brutal murder of 72-year-old David Liebman. Police say the elderly man was tied up, repeatedly stabbed, then drowned in a bathtub. KTVU FOX 2's Jesse Gary reports.
Incident in Caldecott Tunnel creates traffic backup
The Thursday evening commute is off to a bad start for drivers going through the Caldecott Tunnel.
Sudden PG&E power outages become frequent challenge in west Marin
PG&E has programmed some power lines to de-energize for fire prevention, causing frustration in west Marin County.
Aging infrastructure to blame for water main break that caused flooding in San Francisco homes
Neighbors got a shock after 4 o'clock Wednesday afternoon when a sudden burst of water from a broken pipe on Brunswick Street sent water flooding down the hill on Pope street, past parked cars and into some people's homes.
Man dies after vehicle goes over cliffside near Devils Slide stretch of Highway 1
A man is dead after his vehicle went over the cliffside near the Tom Lantos Tunnels on Highway 1 on Wednesday, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Missing 12-year-old boy found, SFPD says
San Francisco police said a 12-year-old boy who went missing on Tuesday has been found.