California AG takes over Vallejo police shooting of Sean Monterrosa
Attorney General Rob Bonta is taking over the review into the Vallejo police shooting of Sean Monterrosa – the 22-year-old was killed after an officer opened fire through the windshield of a police cruiser and killed him.
200-pound black bear spotted in a California backyard, triggering shelter-in-place
A black bear weighing about 200 pounds was spotted in a backyard, triggering a local shelter-in-place precaution.
Homeless man accused of rape and assault of 2 victims in Fremont
The perpetrator was identified as 28-year-old Alexander Lomax, a homeless man out of Hayward.
Bear climbs backyard tree in San Anselmo, briefly causes shelter-in-place
A bear that climbed a tree in a backyard, causing a shelter-in-place in San Anselmo Thursday, came down on its own and was headed for open space, officials say.
Woman wakes up to blood dripping on her from apartment ceiling fan
The woman awoke after she felt something dripping on her body. She assumed it was raining outside and thought a leak had sprung from the apartment above hers. She was horrified to find that the dripping liquid was blood. (Warning, graphic photos in this story may be distressing.)
See it: US Drought Monitor shows intensifying drought in California
Areas of "exceptional drought" expanded in the southern and eastern Sierra Nevada in response to poor snowpack conditions, the monitor said in its weekly update.
Study: Air pollution mostly related to animal farming contributes to 17,900 annual deaths in US
A recent study found that air pollution created by farming — mostly related to livestock production — in the United States causes nearly 18,000 deaths a year.
San Francisco police arrest man suspected of slashing victim’s face for refusing to give him money
San Francisco police have arrested a man who allegedly slashed a victim's face on Wednesday morning near Union Square after the victim said he didn't have any money to give.
Super 'Blood Moon' is coming — here's where you can see the eclipse reach 'totality'
Early on the morning of May 26, the Blood Moon – named for its red glow – will be visible from North America.
Procession held in honor of slain Stockton Officer Jimmy Inn
The procession started at the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office located in French Camp and ended on Cemetery Lane in Stockton.
3 women arrested after pig's blood strewn on Chauvin defense witness old home
Three women have been arrested for allegedly vandalizing the one-time Santa Rosa home of a former police officer who testified on behalf of the officer convicted of killing George Floyd by splashing pig blood on it and leaving a pig’s head near the front porch.
Gov. Newsom signals end of mask mandate on June 15
Wearing a mask could be optional in almost every setting starting June 15 in California.
San Jose Flea Market vendors fearful about their future
The San Jose Planning Commission is set to vote on new plans for an urban village around the Berryessa BART station. It could impact the historic San Jose Flea Market. Long-time vendors are concerned about their livelihoods.
Heartbroken mother speaks out about daughter's death and alleged abuse
The mother of the 11-year-old girl in Rodeo who died after suffering abuse allegedly at the hands of her father and stepmother is speaking out publicly for the first time.
Man arrested for riding in back of driverless Tesla on autopilot gets out of jail
Sharma remained unflinching in his attitude about sitting in the backseat while his Tesla drives itself on autopilot.
'I'm very rich': Back seat Tesla rider pulls same stunt, but in new car after jail release
Param Sharma met KTVU's Jesse Gary in San Francisco Wednesday afternoon, not far from his mother’s high-rise apartment. After getting out of jail on two counts of reckless driving, he pulled up sitting in the back seat of a Tesla with no one in the driver's seat.
With surplus of funds, Gov. Newsom proposes kindergarten for 4-year-olds
That surplus means that California has an extra $17.7 billion to spend on public education, money calculated by a voter-approved formula.
Santa Clara University president resigns following misconduct allegations
O’Brien notified the university's board of trustees of his departure on Sunday and the board accepted his resignation the following day.
San Leandro police arrest two juvenile suspects in robbery attack on 80-year-old man
Police arrested two juveniles on Wednesday, including an 11-year-old boy who they say was driving a stolen vehicle.
California lawmakers seek $200 million to fight hate crimes
More than half of the money would go for grants to nonprofit and community groups that provide legal services, health care, mental health, victim compensation or counseling.