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West Coast Wrap covers news from around the western U.S., including California, Arizona and Washington.
West Coast Wrap covers news from around the western U.S., including California, Arizona and Washington.
Mother of girl in Menlo College student rape case speaks out
The mother of a 12-year-old girl who says she was raped by a Menlo College student, says she and her daughter were surprised to hear of another investigation into a second potential victim. Prosecutors and the defense attorney agreed to continue the July 8 preliminary hearing for Andres Manuel Aguilar, 19, until August 27, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. so the district attorney could decide whether there will be additional charges.
The mother of a 12-year-old girl who says she was raped by a Menlo College student, says she and her daughter were surprised to hear of another investigation into a second potential victim. Prosecutors and the defense attorney agreed to continue the July 8 preliminary hearing for Andres Manuel Aguilar, 19, until August 27, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. so the district attorney could decide whether there will be additional charges.
Graham Platner withdrawing from Maine Senate race after sexual assault claim
Graham Platner said Wednesday that he plans to withdraw from the U.S. Senate race in Maine after facing an allegation of sexual assault, shuttering an insurgent campaign that had withstood months of controversy only to implode and imperil Democrats' attempt to regain power in Washington.
Graham Platner said Wednesday that he plans to withdraw from the U.S. Senate race in Maine after facing an allegation of sexual assault, shuttering an insurgent campaign that had withstood months of controversy only to implode and imperil Democrats' attempt to regain power in Washington.
War in Iran restarts
The U.S. carried out another round of strikes against Iran Wednesday after President Trump announced an end to the ceasefire.
The U.S. carried out another round of strikes against Iran Wednesday after President Trump announced an end to the ceasefire.
New evidence in Vietnamese Heritage Garden monument theft
Weeks after the theft of a statue from the Vietnamese Heritage Garden in San Jose, police have released previously unpublished security footage of the theft. The video shows two individuals cutting through the base of the statue and taking it away in what was later determined to be a stolen truck. Authorities are asking anyone who recognizes the individuals in the footage to contact the San Jose Police Department.
Weeks after the theft of a statue from the Vietnamese Heritage Garden in San Jose, police have released previously unpublished security footage of the theft. The video shows two individuals cutting through the base of the statue and taking it away in what was later determined to be a stolen truck. Authorities are asking anyone who recognizes the individuals in the footage to contact the San Jose Police Department.
Disturbing video: California daycare worker dropped 2-year-old, causing traumatic brain injury, lawsuit alleges
Warning: This video may be disturbing to some viewers. A Los Angeles family has filed a lawsuit against an El Segundo-based club after their toddler sustained severe injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, when he was allegedly dropped after being thrown into the air by an employee last March. Video: Rosen Saba, LLP via Storyful
Warning: This video may be disturbing to some viewers. A Los Angeles family has filed a lawsuit against an El Segundo-based club after their toddler sustained severe injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, when he was allegedly dropped after being thrown into the air by an employee last March. Video: Rosen Saba, LLP via Storyful
Youth Radio Oakland returns
Longtime community staple, Youth Radio Oakland has returned after a layoff. The program counts many people as alumni, including KTVU anchor Alex Savidge. Representatives from Youth Radio Oakland join Fox Local San Francisco to talk about the rebirth of the important program
Longtime community staple, Youth Radio Oakland has returned after a layoff. The program counts many people as alumni, including KTVU anchor Alex Savidge. Representatives from Youth Radio Oakland join Fox Local San Francisco to talk about the rebirth of the important program
Mexican national accused of killing CA woman returned to US
Jose Guadalupe Lopez Nunez, of Mexico, was returned to Sacramento for prosecution after he spent nearly a decade on the run in his then-girlfriend's death,
Jose Guadalupe Lopez Nunez, of Mexico, was returned to Sacramento for prosecution after he spent nearly a decade on the run in his then-girlfriend's death,
A Bay Area restaurant goes viral for strict policy on misbehaving kids
A restaurant in Foster City caused discourse online after a post went viral last week on the establishment's policy about fining parents when their children run around and are misbehaving.
A restaurant in Foster City caused discourse online after a post went viral last week on the establishment's policy about fining parents when their children run around and are misbehaving.
What El Niño means for a 'shark summer' on the California coast
Warmer ocean waters might prompt a more shark-filled summer along the California coast. Chris Lowe is a professor of marine biology and director of the Shark Lab at Cal State, Long Beach,
Warmer ocean waters might prompt a more shark-filled summer along the California coast. Chris Lowe is a professor of marine biology and director of the Shark Lab at Cal State, Long Beach,
'The Record Man' founder Gary Saxon in Redwood City dies at 82
A Redwood City community is preparing to honor the legacy of a local business icon who spent decades curating one of the Bay Area's most expansive music collections. Gary Saxon, affectionately known to generations of music lovers as "The Record Man," passed away last month at the age of 82.
A Redwood City community is preparing to honor the legacy of a local business icon who spent decades curating one of the Bay Area's most expansive music collections. Gary Saxon, affectionately known to generations of music lovers as "The Record Man," passed away last month at the age of 82.
Economists: expect prices to remain high with Iran War volatility
Global markets dropped on declaration from President Trump that the ceasefire deal with Iran was "over".
Global markets dropped on declaration from President Trump that the ceasefire deal with Iran was "over".
Bay Area restaurant goes viral for strict policy on misbehaving children
Chez Xue, which translates to "House of Xue," is a family-friendly restaurant, but the owner has concerns about it being treated like a "playground." Their policy was implemented months ago to curb these incidents.
Chez Xue, which translates to "House of Xue," is a family-friendly restaurant, but the owner has concerns about it being treated like a "playground." Their policy was implemented months ago to curb these incidents.
US launches new strikes against Iran; Trump calls leaders 'scum'
President Donald Trump said he thinks the ceasefire and interim agreement to end the war with Iran are now "over." He said he would allow negotiators to keep talking but that "it’s just a waste of time dealing with them." Trump also called Iran's leaders 'scum.'
President Donald Trump said he thinks the ceasefire and interim agreement to end the war with Iran are now "over." He said he would allow negotiators to keep talking but that "it’s just a waste of time dealing with them." Trump also called Iran's leaders 'scum.'
More than 500K fans attended San Pedro Square during World Cup
More than 500K fans attended San Pedro Square during World Cup and security is planned for the rest of the games.
More than 500K fans attended San Pedro Square during World Cup and security is planned for the rest of the games.
Oakland approves controversial plan to curb sex trafficking
Oakland approves proposal to sub sex trafficking along International Boulevard. Critics say there is no proof the plan will work and it will affect their business.
Oakland approves proposal to sub sex trafficking along International Boulevard. Critics say there is no proof the plan will work and it will affect their business.
World Cup inspires the next generation of East Bay soccer players
The FIFA World Cup is motivating young athletes across the East Bay to dream bigger and train harder at Mustang Soccer Club in Danville.
The FIFA World Cup is motivating young athletes across the East Bay to dream bigger and train harder at Mustang Soccer Club in Danville.
Recent violence in Oakland raises concerns despite drop in crimees concerns
On Tuesday morning in Oakland, police responded to a triple shooting and a homicide. These two incidents followed a reported armed kidnapping of a woman on Friday night. Residents react.
On Tuesday morning in Oakland, police responded to a triple shooting and a homicide. These two incidents followed a reported armed kidnapping of a woman on Friday night. Residents react.
Struggling SF food hall gets new tenants
San Francisco Mid-Market food hall Saluhall has struggled to keep consistent tenants since debuting in 2024. On Tuesday a ribbon cutting was held for a new Turkish coffee shop and a new bar that opened in the food hall next to the Ikea.
San Francisco Mid-Market food hall Saluhall has struggled to keep consistent tenants since debuting in 2024. On Tuesday a ribbon cutting was held for a new Turkish coffee shop and a new bar that opened in the food hall next to the Ikea.
Illegal fireworks remain a threat even after 4th of July
The 4th of July holiday weekend is over but local fire departments are still on high alert for the possibility of illegal fireworks.
The 4th of July holiday weekend is over but local fire departments are still on high alert for the possibility of illegal fireworks.