Biden and Harris greet hostages freed from Russia at Joint Base Andrews

The U.S. and Russia on Thursday  completed their largest prisoner swap in post-Soviet history, a deal involving 24 people, many months of negotiations and concessions from other European countries who released Russians in their custody as part of the exchange. 

San Francisco launches free event series to revitalize downtown

In another way to revitalize downtown San Francisco as a 24/7 neighborhood, the city is launching “Bricks at Embarcadero Plaza," an event series packed with activities for the public to enjoy at no cost.

Gov. Tim Walz on Harris VP pick: ‘I’m not interviewing for anything’

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz responded to questions from reporters on whether he could be picked as a running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris as her team reportedly narrows down the list of candidates.  

What polls say about Harris' potential running mates

With Vice President Kamala Harris announcing her running mate soon, a new poll highlights different Democratic politicians that could join her on the ticket.

Trump attends Black journalist conference, creating controversy

President Donald Trump is making a stop Wednesday on his campaign that surprised some and angered others as the former president plans to attend the National Association Of Black Journalists' convention in Chicago.

Trump stirs controversy over Kamala Harris' race, economy at NABJ convention
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Former President Trump told the audience at NABJ he has been the best president for the Black population since Abraham Lincoln. The conversation on stage turned hostile and tense quickly. The former president called his introduction and the questions put to him "rude." In one exchange, he attacked the vice president's racial identity.

Former president of Alameda youth swim team charged with embezzling funds

Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price pressed charges against a woman accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars from a non-profit youth sports organization. 

Kamala Harris responds to Donald Trump's comments made at NABJ event in Chicago

Vice President Kamala Harris responded to the comments that were made by former President Donald Trump during a National Association of Black Journalists convention in Chicago on Wednesday.

Secret Service director says he's 'ashamed' following Trump assassination attempt

Ronald Rowe, the Secret Service's acting director, tells Senate legislators he considers it indefensible that the Pennsylvania roof used by the shooter in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump was unsecured.

JD Vance and the origin of the 'crazy cat lady' trope

During a 2021 interview, JD Vance claimed the country was run by “childless cat ladies," a term related to a trope that dates back centuries.

City of Oakland reaches deal to sell its half of Coliseum

A deal has been reached between the City of Oakland and the Coliseum to sell off the city's half of the venue. 

Report: Kamala Harris' running mate pick coming soon

The vice president reportedly could select her running mate before a tour of battleground states next week.

Trump explains Christians ‘won't have to vote again’ comments

Donald Trump was pressed by FOX News Channel’s Laura Ingraham about what he meant when he told Christian supporters they would not have to vote again in four years. Here's what he said.

San Francisco steps up homeless encampment sweeps

San Francisco has stepped up a program to sweep homeless encampments. City leaders have been saying that plans were in the works to take more action to eliminate encampments, and on Monday crews began patrolling the streets clearing camps. 

San Jose mayor rebukes Newsom's homeless encampment order

San Jose's mayor said Sunday that he understands Gov. Gavin Newsom's frustration with sprawling homeless encampments, but said swift sweeps are the wrong way to deal with them.

JD Vance woos crypto industry at fundraiser in East Palo Alto

Vice presidential candidate JD Vance is the guest of honor Monday night at a fundraiser in Palo Alto, but the location isn't being revealed publicly – invites are being delivered though word of mouth, direct messages and emails.