Federal resources dispatched to Washington | West Coast Wrap
President Trump on Friday granted a request from Washington state leaders for an emergency declaration regarding the historic flooding that has stranded residents in their homes. Rescuers have been using helicopters, boats and high-water trucks to bring people to safety. Most of the flooding has been in communities east of Seattle, and weather reports show the water is unlikely to recede soon — projections show more rain is on the way.
President Trump on Friday granted a request from Washington state leaders for an emergency declaration regarding the historic flooding that has stranded residents in their homes. Rescuers have been using helicopters, boats and high-water trucks to bring people to safety. Most of the flooding has been in communities east of Seattle, and weather reports show the water is unlikely to recede soon — projections show more rain is on the way.
CPR advocates honored for spreading the lifesaving word
Heather Freligh has made it her mission to spread the word about the power of CPR. Two years ago, the then 13-year-old suffered a heart attack at school, and was saved thanks to the quick thinking of her principal, Stephen Theall, who gave her CPR until paramedics arrived. The two were recently honored by the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation — Theall for saving his student's life, and Freligh for her efforts to educate people about the importance of knowing how to perform CPR.
Heather Freligh has made it her mission to spread the word about the power of CPR. Two years ago, the then 13-year-old suffered a heart attack at school, and was saved thanks to the quick thinking of her principal, Stephen Theall, who gave her CPR until paramedics arrived. The two were recently honored by the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation — Theall for saving his student's life, and Freligh for her efforts to educate people about the importance of knowing how to perform CPR.
Series of crashes shut down Vasco Road
At least six cars crashed along Vasco Road in the East Bay, and in one of the incidents, a local firefighter was sent to the hospital.
At least six cars crashed along Vasco Road in the East Bay, and in one of the incidents, a local firefighter was sent to the hospital.
Judge drops case against ex-cop in shooting of Steven Taylor
The decision comes after the Alameda County district attorney said she can't prove beyond a reasonable doubt that former officer Jason Fletcher had committed a crime.
The decision comes after the Alameda County district attorney said she can't prove beyond a reasonable doubt that former officer Jason Fletcher had committed a crime.
Judge blocks ICE from detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge blocked U.S. immigration authorities on Friday from re-detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying she feared they might take him into custody again just hours after she had ordered his release from a detention center.
A federal judge blocked U.S. immigration authorities on Friday from re-detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia, saying she feared they might take him into custody again just hours after she had ordered his release from a detention center.
Roofing company donation
RK Roofing & Construction builds roof for grandmother in need
RK Roofing & Construction builds roof for grandmother in need
New Epstein photos show Trump, Clinton, and Bill Gates
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have released more photos from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, including images of President Donald Trump, his close ally Steve Bannon, former President Bill Clinton, and other powerful people.
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have released more photos from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, including images of President Donald Trump, his close ally Steve Bannon, former President Bill Clinton, and other powerful people.
'Deck the Walls' benefits building playhouses for Bay Area kids
Habitat for Humanity is seeking support for its project to build and design a safe place for children to play.
Habitat for Humanity is seeking support for its project to build and design a safe place for children to play.
Annual 5k to benefit Dipsea Kidz organization
Dipsea Kidz, a Marin County-based youth organization, is raising money with an annual race along the Sausalito Waterfront.
Dipsea Kidz, a Marin County-based youth organization, is raising money with an annual race along the Sausalito Waterfront.
NTSB investigates cause after explosion injures six near Hayward
Federal investigators arrived Friday to investigate a gas line strike that led to a massive explosion near Hayward. Six people were sent to the hospital.
Federal investigators arrived Friday to investigate a gas line strike that led to a massive explosion near Hayward. Six people were sent to the hospital.
Trump administration fires immigration judges
Five immigration judges have been fired in San Francisco, leaving only nine to handle a huge backlog of cases.
Five immigration judges have been fired in San Francisco, leaving only nine to handle a huge backlog of cases.
San Jose family accused of operating brothel network
The Santa Clara County DA's office says they've busted a brothel network worth millions of dollars that was being operated by a single family. Authorities say they were working out of massage parlors and trafficking dozens of women.
The Santa Clara County DA's office says they've busted a brothel network worth millions of dollars that was being operated by a single family. Authorities say they were working out of massage parlors and trafficking dozens of women.
Heavy fog covers Diablo Range
Several crashes and thick fog were reported Friday afternoon along a major thoroughfare through the Diablo Range, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Several crashes and thick fog were reported Friday afternoon along a major thoroughfare through the Diablo Range, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Celebrating the season with KTVU's holiday fireplace
A holiday fireplace stream from KTVU.
A holiday fireplace stream from KTVU.
Where to watch the 49ers, Raiders this weekend
Where to watch the 49ers, Raiders this weekend
Where to watch the 49ers, Raiders this weekend
3-alarm fire rips through Tenderloin apartment building
3-alarm fire rips through Tenderloin apartment building.
3-alarm fire rips through Tenderloin apartment building.
Parents sue after UC Berkeley frat party drowning death
Parents sue after UC Berkeley frat party drowning death.
Parents sue after UC Berkeley frat party drowning death.
No snow but still fun in Tahoe
Kirkwood Ski Education Foundation CEO Coop Cooper says there is a lot of fun things to do in Tahoe, despite the lack of snow.
Kirkwood Ski Education Foundation CEO Coop Cooper says there is a lot of fun things to do in Tahoe, despite the lack of snow.
Super Bowl host committee says Bay Area ready to shine for February's big game
The Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) for Super Bowl LX honored several community members Friday and revealed NFL executives have completed a walk-through of planned venues for February's game pitting the AFC champion against the NFC champion.
The Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) for Super Bowl LX honored several community members Friday and revealed NFL executives have completed a walk-through of planned venues for February's game pitting the AFC champion against the NFC champion.
Explosion near Hayward sends 6 people to the hospital and displaces residents from their homes
An explosion near Hayward sends 6 people to the hospital and displaces residents from their homes.
An explosion near Hayward sends 6 people to the hospital and displaces residents from their homes.