Starbucks CEO says company will fix 'overly complex menu' to reverse sales slump

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol announced that the coffee giant plans to fix its menu and pricing as it seeks to boost traffic and turn around sagging sales.

Two robbery suspects arrested after police chase in San Jose

Police closed off nearby streets for about five hours after arresting two suspects and continued investigating inside two homes.

Acting San Jose police chief appointed as permanent chief

The San Jose City Council on Tuesday confirmed the appointment of acting Police Chief Paul Joseph to take over as the department's permanent chief starting next week.

CHP 'surge' in East Bay yields more arrests, stolen cars and guns

The California Highway Patrol continued its East Bay “surge" last weekend, yielding arrests, stolen cars and guns. 

2 Oakland police officers arrested on suspicion of DUI, DA says

The Alameda County District Attorney's Office on Monday voiced public safety concerns over the arrest of a second Oakland police officer for allegedly driving while intoxicated.

Starbucks unveils 'Wicked'-themed drinks ahead of movie release

In anticipation of the "Wicked" movie release on Nov. 22, Starbucks is launching a new line of drinks and merchandise inspired by the film.

Woman kidnaps, robs man after date: San Mateo police

A man is alleging a woman kidnapped and robbed him following their date Thursday evening in San Mateo, police said.

Keller Fire shares similarities with 1991 Oakland hills firestorm

Oakland Fire said the Keller Fire and the Tunnel Fire of 1991 share similarities. Both erupted as a result of heavy winds and hot temperatures in October.

NHTSA investigating 2.4M Tesla vehicles over full self-driving collisions

The agency is conducting the probe after receiving reports of several collisions involving the technology, including a deadly crash in 2023.

Wildfire burns hundreds of acres in Solano County

Firefighters are responding to a wildfire, dubbed the Hay Fire, burning near Hay Road and Burke Lane east of Vacaville.

Clayton neighbor saves homecoming with battery power; neighbors frustrated with PG&E

Neighbors in Clayton are frustrated their power was shut off even though the winds have been surprisingly calm. Despite the darkened homes, one neighbor has a plan to save homecoming.

PG&E shuts off power to 16K customers because of fire risk

PG&E on Friday shut off power to roughly 16,000 customers because of the high fire risk, as they restored power to others who were no longer in the danger zone.

PG&E warns of possible power shutoffs in the North Bay ahead of Red Flag Warning
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The Bay Area will be under a Red Flag Warning starting at 11 p.m. Thursday, continuing through Saturday at 5 p.m. Tom Vacar reports on the fire danger and possible power shutoffs from Napa County.

Disney launches Lightning Lane Premier Pass: What to know

The Lightning Lane Premier Pass, which debuts Oct. 23, offers guests skip-the-line service to attractions at both Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure.

Potential power shutoffs and when to expect them in the Bay Area

Starting Thursday evening, much of Pacific Gas & Electric's territory will be blasted by offshore wind that could ignite wildfires. But big as the area is, those forcibly shut off will be small.  

PG&E warns of possible power shutoffs as Red Flag Warning goes into effect

Much of the Bay Area and central coast will be under the Red Flag Warning between Thursday and Saturday due to dry and windy weather conditions.

4 apartment buildings evacuated in San Francisco due to gas leak

According to San Francisco police, a private contractor hit a natural gas line, causing a leak in the area of 24th and Hampshire streets.