Oakland takes 'critical step' toward bringing Costco to The Town
The city of Oakland took a major step this week toward a proposal to bring a Costco to the former Oakland Army Base.
Bay Area home prices fall, marking largest annual price decline in California, figures show
New figures show statewide home sales rose for the third straight month, but the Bay Area is bucking that trend, with the region experiencing the biggest annual decline in California in both home prices and sales.
H Mart delay: When will the popular Korean grocery megachain open its East Bay store?
Construction delays have snagged a highly anticipated mega Korean market and food hall in the East Bay that was initially slated to open this year.
Delivery of world's first flying car approaching, with production underway in Bay Area, Alef says
Aeronautical and automotive history is being made in the Bay Area, with production officially beginning on the world’s first flying car. "We are happy to report that production of the first flying car has started on schedule," Alef's CEO announced.
Playhouse building competition raises $40K for longstanding, well-known Bay Area nonprofit
It was like a Santa's workshop on Thursday at the Cow Palace in Daly City, where dozens of volunteers were busy building playhouses, raising $40,000 for a longstanding, well-known Bay Area nonprofit.
Honoring John Beam: Oakland memorials held for the legendary coach
Memorial events are being held in Oakland for a community heartbroken by the loss of legendary and beloved football coach and Laney College Athletic Director John Beam last month.
Longtime Berkeley firefighter dies at age 56
The Berkeley Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of its own, a veteran firefighter, a beloved husband and father of three.
Claude, Cal Academy's beloved albino alligator, dies at age 30
The California Academy of Sciences most famous resident, Claude, who was known as the world’s oldest living albino alligator, has died, just months after celebrating a milestone birthday with much fanfare in San Francisco.
Waymo hits a dog in San Francisco
A Waymo autonomous vehicle has struck another animal in San Francisco, prompting more concerns over the safety of the autonomous driving technology.
This Bay Area city is named the nation's best place for food
The Bay Area is home to the country’s No. 1 best city for food.
Black Friday Bay Area store hours: A comprehensive list
For many Americans, the Christmas shopping season gets underway in earnest the day after Thanksgiving, as consumers seek discounts and deals to get the most bang out of their buck.
Earthquake swarm rattles South Bay
The largest quake was reported around 6:16 a.m. southeast of Gilroy.
Holiday dangers for dogs. How you can keep your pet safe this season
It’s that time of year marked with the hustle and bustle of the holidays, travel, special dinners and treats, house guests in and out, and a spike in respiratory illnesses. While all true for people, these are considerations for dogs too. Veterinarians in the Bay Area are offering ways to keep your furry family members healthy and safe.
Could Costco be opening in Oakland? Here's what we know
The city of Oakland is considering a plan that could lead to a new Costco being built in West Oakland.
Maria De La Rosa: Latin musician and influencer killed in California shooting
A rising Latin musician and influencer was shot and killed while sitting in her car in the San Fernando Valley over the weekend, authorities said.
California is the most expensive for fast food, and these Bay Area cities were among the priciest: study
California often finds itself on the top of a variety of "most expensive" lists. So when it comes to high costs for fast food, it may be no surprise that the Golden State tops that list too.
Free food in Bay Area for SNAP recipients: Here's the list
With SNAP benefits expiring on Saturday, local food banks, restaurants, and community members have been stepping up, in an effort to support their neighbors who will be affected.
Bay Area scientist launches new company with sights on gene-edited babies
A UC Berkeley biochemistry PhD and gene editing expert has launched a new effort in the field of genetic engineering on human embryos as a way to prevent disease before birth.
Californians only: Disneyland to offer steep ticket discount, more than 50% savings
Next month, Disneyland is set to launch a special limited-time discount deal exclusively for California residents.
Bay Area Harvard grad student launched new ‘Appstinence’ movement to quit social media
It’s a concept hard to fathom among many Gen Zers — ditching your smartphone and retiring from social media. But it's what recent Harvard alumna 24-year-old Gabriela Nguyen has fully embraced as she works to help others do the same.