This highly anticipated new food hall in the Bay Area is finally opening

A new food destination is opening its doors in San Francisco's Presidio, bringing a mix of restaurants, local favorites and culinary events to Presidio Tunnel Tops. 

Bay Area swimmer crosses Strait of Gibraltar, on verge of breaking world record

A Bay Area athlete completed a grueling open-water marathon swim across the punishing Strait of Gibraltar, bringing her one step closer to becoming the youngest person to achieve a feat reached by only about 50 people in the world.

14-year-old Bay Area track star returns from Junior Olympics with a gold

A Bay Area teen earned a gold medal in the Junior Olympics for track and field in Southern California this month, emerging as a national champion and solidifying her standing as one of the nation’s top sprinters in her age group.

Avoiding these 3 things during midlife could ward off dementia

Researchers have identified three specific health markers during people’s midlife years that can minimize risk for dementia, suggesting targeted prevention efforts could ward off dementia for more than a decade.  

Wood Tavern, beloved neighborhood restaurant, Oakland fixture, to close its doors after 20 years

The Wood Tavern in Oakland, a neighborhood staple where friends have gathered, families have celebrated, and the community has connected, has announced it is closing after 20 years in business.

Popular restaurant worker in Berkeley severely assaulted, left unconscious

A popular restaurant worker in Berkeley is facing a long road to recovery after his family says he was beaten, robbed, and left unconscious after he left work.

'Old boys' rugby club, with Bay Area players in their 60s, tours overseas, returns undefeated

While the FIFA World Cup was underway here in the Bay Area and around North America, overseas in Europe, another sporting event brought together a multinational group of athletes, many from the Bay Area, who took to the field and demonstrated that age is nothing but a number.  

Man accused of sexually assaulting a woman in an elevator in the East Bay

A 40-year-old man faces attempted rape charges, accused of attacking a woman in an elevator, after following her into her apartment building, police said. 

14-year-old Bay Area sprinter ranked #1 in the nation

An East Bay 14-year-old athlete is breaking records and making a name for herself in the world of track and field.

Legendary Bay Area high school coach, hall of famer, Gene Nakamura dies

A beloved and legendary Bay Area coach who touched the lives of generations of students, has died, triggering heartfelt tributes to a man described as an inspiring teacher, a powerful mentor and an icon. 

San Francisco rent prices hit new records, holding above the $4,000 mark for the first time

San Francisco rent prices continue to reach record highs, with the median rent for a one-bedroom surpassing the $4,000 threshold. And the city leads the nation in annual growth for rent.

Paul Pelosi under investigation for hit-and-run in Napa County

Paul Pelosi faces a potential hit-and-run charge in Napa County after hitting a parked car in Yountville, though authorities confirm alcohol was not involved.

East Bay home with an outdoor-to-indoor pool hits the market for first time in almost 60 years

A sprawling East Bay property that’s been featured time and time again in high-profile home magazines, with its signature outdoor-to-indoor swimming pool and gorgeous gardens, is on the market for the first time in almost 60 years.

Starting July 1, new California law changes confusing food safety 'sell by' labeling rules

Have you ever questioned how safe it is to eat something based on the date stamped on the packaging? Now, a new California law seeks to help consumers decide that, with the goal of reducing the billions of unspoiled meals that end up in our landfills — food that’s thrown out prematurely.