San Francisco announces $12 million plan to improve safety near Mission District trouble spots

San Francisco is increasing nighttime police patrols near two Mission District BART stations as part of a $12.25 million initiative. The plan includes expanded community ambassadors, better lighting and improvements near an elementary school.

Disney planning to lay off thousands: Report

The Walt Disney Co. is planning to cut thousands of jobs with a goal of targeting 20% in annual cost savings, according to a report. 

San Jose police couple charged in alleged narcotics evidence cover-up

Two San Jose police officers who were in a romantic relationship have been charged with tampering with evidence and filing a false police report following an internal investigation into missing narcotics, authorities said.

Oakland native is 5th in-custody death at Santa Rita Jail

A fifth person has died in the custody of Santa Rita Jail, KTVU has learned, after the sister of the man who died came forward, shedding some light on what happened to her brother.

A look at the people who have died at Santa Rita Jail

Santa Rita Jail based in Dublin, Calif. has the highest number of inmate deaths in the Bay Area. KTVU takes an unprecedented look at who is dying and why.

iPhone Duo users report screen problems, Apple offers replacements

Days after launching their new product, the folding iPhone Duo, Apple has acknowledged that some of the devices have displayed some problems with the screens, and have said they will replace them. 

Starbucks bringing back viral bearista cold cups – with a twist

Starbucks announced it is bringing back its viral Bearista Glass Cold Cups for the 2026 holiday season, including a new mystery-box edition.

Oakland woman, 36, dies at Santa Rita Jail

A 36-year-old Oakland woman has died at Santa Rita Jail, the fourth person to die in custody at the Dublin facility this year.

Oakland homicides and shootings reach historic lows

The number of homicides and shootings in Oakland is at historic lows, Oakland Police Chief James Beere said on Thursday. 

San Francisco health officials warn of kratom-derived opioid after fatal overdose

Public health officials in San Francisco issued a health alert on Wednesday to warn about a kratom-derived opioid that recently caused an adult to fatally overdose. 

Highway 37: What you need to know about the 55-hour closure

Caltrans is shutting down Highway 37 in both directions for 55 hours as part of their preparation work for potential El Niño-related storms.

SpaceX profit soars as Elon Musk weighs potential merger with Tesla

SpaceX reported a $4.4 billion third-quarter profit as revenue surged 161% to $14.6 billion, driven by growth in its Starlink satellite communications and artificial intelligence businesses.

San Jose police officer injured during overnight traffic stop
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An investigation is underway in San Jose after an officer was injured during a traffic stop just before 3 a.m. Monday near North 21st Street and Santa Clara Street. Police say a second officer fired a weapon during the incident, though it's unclear if anyone was struck by the gunfire. 

Highway 101 at Hospital Curve in SF closes for weekend rehab work

The scheduled work marks the third time Highway 101 has been closed as part of a broader rehabilitation project that began in fall 2025.