CHP investigate 4-car crash in Richmond
The California Highway Patrol is investigating a serious highway crash in Richmond involving four vehicles.
San Francisco police freed from California DOJ oversight
The California Attorney General on Tuesday released the San Francisco Police Department from state oversight, which it has been under since 2018.
Amazon trims back DEI initiatives, latest company to make cuts
Amazon just joined Meta, Walmart and a host of other firms in trimming back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Here's what to know.
Tesla recalls nearly 240,000 vehicles over rearview camera issue
Tesla has recalled 239,382 vehicles over a problem affecting the rearview camera, which can cause a visibility issue. Here's what to know.
Elon Musk donates Cybertrucks to LA communities without power
Musk said these donated models will be equipped with Starlinks and free Wi-Fi.
Person killed in San Jose shooting: police
The San Jose Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that took place Saturday night.
San Francisco's newest mayor picks new fire chief
San Francisco's new mayor announced that the city will have a new fire chief in just a matter of weeks.
Bay Area continues sending reinforcements to LA as wildfires rage
Two Bay Area fire departments sent crews south to LA to aide in the on-going battle of multiple wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes and left tens of thousands homeless.
Disney pledges $15M for Los Angeles wildfires recovery
The Palisades Fire alone is already the deadliest fire in Los Angeles history.
Lurie names new San Francisco fire chief
The new chief is a 34-year veteran of the department.
California's power rates are second highest in U.S., soaring bills projected to continue
California’s electricity rates are almost double those of the rest of the country, placing the Golden State as the second-highest in the nation, when it comes to residential power bills, according to a new state report.
1 dead in Oakland work-related accident, police say
One person is dead in Oakland following a work-related accident on Thursday, officials confirm.
Newsom reignites controversy over Oakland's police pursuit policy
Gov. Gavin Newsom's declaration that Oakland needs to loosen its police pursuit policy has prompted discussion and debate over this controversial topic.
L.A. County fire victims recall evacuation chaos, Red Cross sends volunteers
The American Red Cross says it’s sending volunteers from across the country to Los Angeles County, including staff from the Northern California region.
Bay Area firefighters deploy to SoCal to help battle wildfires
At the San Jose Fire Department training center in the Rock Springs section of the city, a second Strike Team on Wednesday morning prepared to deploy to Southern California to help in the battle against four major wildfires burning the Southland.
How many fires have burned in California in 2025?
CAL FIRE said in December that lower temperatures combined with lower precipitation will heighten fire risk, particularly in Southern California, through February.
Thousands lose power in San Bruno, South San Francisco
Thousands of Pacific Gas and Electric customers lost power in San Bruno and South San Francisco Tuesday night. Not only were residents left in the dark, but shoppers at an area mall.
San Francisco reports lowest crime rate in more than 20 years
San Francisco's outgoing mayor is touting a drop in crime on her last full day in office.
Starbucks closes store at popular Bay Area downtown district
Starbucks has closed a store at a popular downtown dining and shopping district in the Bay Area.
Facebook fact-checking to be replaced with X-style community notes
Facebook is ending its fact-checking program and replacing it with a similar model used on Elon Musk’s X. Here’s what to know.