Aggressive sea otter is hijacking surfboards in Santa Cruz. Is the area's famous thief with flippers back?
An aggressive sea otter in Santa Cruz’s famous Steamer Lane is accused of stealing a surfer’s board and prompting an emergency rescue response.
Beloved school volunteer, struck and injured by alleged carjacker in Berkeley, to be honored
A 78-year-old Berkeley man, who was recently struck by a car on his way to the school where he's been a longtime volunteer, is expected to receive a thunderous reception when he returns to the school to be honored this week.
The #1 and #15 best hotels in the world are located in the Bay Area
Two Bay Area communities have the bragging rights of being home to one of the best hotels in the world.
Photographer captures stunning, rare creature in the Bay Area
A local photographer has captured stunning photos of a rare, ethereal creature in the Bay Area wilderness: an albino deer.
Outdoor fridges are being stocked in underserved East Bay communities, as part of growing grassroots effort
A growing army of volunteers has been taking part in an organic, grassroots effort to help feed the hungry by stocking refrigerators placed at various locations in the East Bay.
From community college to Stanford: Bay Area student shares her 'nontraditional' journey to beat the odds
A Bay Area student is detailing her unconventional story as a first-generation college student who transferred from community college and landed at Stanford University, as she addressed "stigmas" often associated with junior college.
These Bay Area cities just made high profile list of top 10 best cities to visit
Two Bay Area cities have been identified as being among the best U.S. cities to visit by Condé Nast Traveler in its annual Readers’ Choice Awards.
South Lake Tahoe mayor says she stole money from church, shares suicide attempt
The mayor of South Lake Tahoe has issued a surprising and detailed letter to her community, admitting she stole funds from a church and tried to end her life over the guilt she felt.
Bay Area city celebrates 'hometown success,' new host of 'Reading Rainbow'
A Bay Area city is expressing major hometown pride for one of its own, a well-known and beloved librarian, who will take on a new role, as the popular children’s educational show "Reading Rainbow" makes a return after almost 20 years.
It can affect people and dogs, Valley fever is on the rise in the Bay Area
State health officials are warning about a sharp rise in a potentially debilitating disease that's affecting both humans and dogs.
California has highest poverty rate in the nation, tied with Louisiana
New figures show California had the highest poverty rate in the country, tying with Louisiana, and researchers warned that current federal policies threaten to make the situation worse.
This 'viral' Bay Area pumpkin patch theme park is rooted in community
A Bay Area pumpkin patch, featuring larger-than-life animatronic figures, kiddie rides, and a corn maze, is garnering viral attention and has been identified as one of the best to visit this fall.
California homeowners can get $3,000 to retrofit their home. What to know:
Experts say one major action California residents can take to reduce the risk of earthquake damage and injuries is to retrofit their home. Now eligible residents can receive up to $3,000 for seismic work. But time is running out to register.
Community celebrates life of Bay Area mom, 3-time double lung transplant recipient
Hundreds came together to honor the life of a Bay Area mother and three-time double lung transplant recipient who was known for her radiant light, her strength, and her powerful gift of bringing the community together.
Bay Area P.E. teacher being honored for his kindness and 30 years of helping kids
A beloved Berkeley physical education teacher is set to be honored this week for his more than 30 years of dedication to the community’s kids.
Oakland chef named among America's 'best new chefs' by Food & Wine
A Bay Area chef was named among Food & Wine’s "Best new Chefs" in America, the only California chef on the list.
Cake lovers unite: Massive Bay Area cake party to return
A popular cake-lovers’ extravaganza is set to return, and it will not only offer a chance for Bay Area cake lovers to converge, but it will be held at a new and much-anticipated waterfront park.
Why are coyotes swimming to Angel Island?
An unusual sighting was caught on video – a coyote swimming in the San Francisco Bay on its way to Angel Island.
Bay Area man accused of luring teen runaway to his home, raping her, and sexually exploiting her
A 37-year-old Vacaville man is behind bars, accused of luring a teenage runaway into his home, raping her, and exploiting her for sexual acts with his friends in return for money.
2 college students created an all-female hacker house in San Francisco to disrupt the startup landscape
Two college students started an all-female hacker house in San Francisco in their mission to take up space in the tech startup world.