These Bay Area cities hailed as best for women: study

Figures show on average, women earn only about 84 cents to every dollar paid to men. Bay Area cities were ranked among the best places for women to thrive in America.

Halloween 2024's most popular costumes predicted by NRF

A retail survey shows which Halloween costumes will be flying off the shelves this year for kids and adults. Do you know your costume yet?

These Bay Area cities ranked among the rudest in America

From talking on speakerphone while in public to being impolite towards service workers, there are certain behaviors many consider socially disrespectful. A new analysis lists two Bay Area cities among the rudest in the U.S.

Researchers discover nearly 200-year-old message in a bottle: 'Absolutely magic moment'

A message rolled up inside a flask and left at an ancient archaeological site nearly 200 years ago was discovered by a group of volunteers surveying the area in northern France.

Bay Area teen named USA Mullet Champion after being bullied

It’s a lesson in moxie, determination, and staying true to who you are. And if you’re so lucky, you may be awarded with prizes, celebratory recognition, and even be able to share your story widely.

Legendary actor James Earl Jones, iconic voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93

James Earl Jones, the legendary actor known for voicing Darth Vader in Star Wars and starring in films like Field of Dreams, passed away at 93 at his home in Dutchess County, New York.

49ers GM delivers powerful message in wake of Pearsall shooting: 'We all can be better'

San Francisco 49ers General Manager John Lynch offered an update on how rookie Ricky Pearsall was doing after being shot, and he delivered a powerful and heartfelt message sharing his perspective on the events.

Sextortion scams now feature photos of your home, personal information

Security experts and targeted individuals are warning the public about an email scam that now incorporates personal information, including images of the recipient’s home.

Bear Fire near Tahoe sends hundreds to flee from their homes

A wildfire in Tahoe National Forest in Sierra County has exploded to almost 1,600 acres as of Tuesday afternoon and prompted hundreds of evacuations in the area.

California Henge: Here's how to catch the best view in San Francisco

A stunning glow-up of the San Francisco skyline and Bay Bridge drew photographers of all skill levels and those looking to snap a social media moment to gather along California Street at sunrise on Monday.  

Bruce Willis' daughter Tallulah gives update on his 'painful' dementia battle

Tallulah Willis, the youngest daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, opened up about how she feels connected to her father during his battle with dementia.

San Francisco ranks worst for late-night dining in the U.S., analysis finds

San Francisco is known for its culinary flare, widely recognized as one of the best cities for food in the country. But if you’re among those who enjoy late-night meals out, finding midnight grub will likely be a challenge.

X to leave San Francisco on Friday the 13th: report

An ominous date has been announced for the official shut down of X’s San Francisco headquarters.

California bubble entertainer cited for 'fluid littering'

A California Navy veteran, who makes a living entertaining kids with giant bubbles, is facing a court date after receiving a citation for  what the city of San Diego calls "fluid littering."   

California woman was believed to be missing while her body decomposed in a hospital morgue: lawsuit

For more than a year, the family of Jessie Peterson lived in agony, believing that the Northern California woman had gone missing. But according to a new lawsuit, it turned out she had been dead the whole time with her body sitting unclaimed and “forgotten" after a hospital moved it to a “cold storage facility." 

United adding 20 flights for college football games this fall

College football fans can see their favorite teams play on the road starting in September. Here’s how it works.