Teen who lost both legs in crash goes to homecoming, as her inspirational story goes viral
Fierce, strong, and inspiring. Those have been words repeatedly used to describe 17-year-old Sarah Frei, a Utah teenager, who tragically lost both of her legs when an alleged drunk driver hit her in a head-on collision over the summer. And it’s been her fighting spirit that has lifted up people across the country and around the world, as they have followed her story on social media.
Fierce, strong, and inspiring. Those have been words repeatedly used to describe 17-year-old Sarah Frei, a Utah teenager, who tragically lost both of her legs when an alleged drunk driver hit her in a head-on collision over the summer. And it’s been her fighting spirit that has lifted up people across the country and around the world, as they have followed her story on social media.
Autism advocate and son died in Fremont house fire
A Fremont woman who died in a house fire along with her son was remembered Monday as a fervent advocate for those with autism.
A Fremont woman who died in a house fire along with her son was remembered Monday as a fervent advocate for those with autism.
Cal Fire: Fast-moving Glass Fire in Napa County explodes to 36,236 acres
A fire started near St. Helena and began spreading rapidly, leading authorities to order evacuations in parts of Napa County.
A fire started near St. Helena and began spreading rapidly, leading authorities to order evacuations in parts of Napa County.
Breonna Taylor case: Officer pleads not guilty following grand jury indictment
Brett Hankison’s plea Monday comes five days after a grand jury indicted him on three counts of “wanton endangerment” for firing into the home of Taylor’s neighbors.
Brett Hankison’s plea Monday comes five days after a grand jury indicted him on three counts of “wanton endangerment” for firing into the home of Taylor’s neighbors.
CDC's Thanksgiving guidelines say gatherings should be small, parades considered high-risk
The CDC has released guidelines for Thanksgiving celebrations and says gatherings should remain small and among members of your household.
The CDC has released guidelines for Thanksgiving celebrations and says gatherings should remain small and among members of your household.
Joe Montana saves grandchild from alleged kidnapper inside Malibu home
NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana and his wife had to grab his baby granddaughter from the arms of an intruder inside his Malibu home to prevent her from being kidnapped, authorities said Sunday.
NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana and his wife had to grab his baby granddaughter from the arms of an intruder inside his Malibu home to prevent her from being kidnapped, authorities said Sunday.
Officer rearrested in theft of cash at California cannabis facility
Officer Luis Mota was initially charged with misdemeanor theft after his first arrest in January. Following his arrest on Thursday, the 46-year-old was charged with felony burglary, the Los Angeles Times reported.
Officer Luis Mota was initially charged with misdemeanor theft after his first arrest in January. Following his arrest on Thursday, the 46-year-old was charged with felony burglary, the Los Angeles Times reported.
Mexico sends 100 firefighters to help battle California wildfires
Mexico has sent 100 firefighters to the United States to help battle wildfires in California, it was reported Wednesday.
Mexico has sent 100 firefighters to the United States to help battle wildfires in California, it was reported Wednesday.
Two East Bay filmmakers on a mission to save Oakland's Fairyland
Oakland's Fairyland was in danger of closing due to the coronavirus pandemic but donations from the community have helped keep the amusement park open a while longer. Two East Bay filmmakers are hosting an online fundraiser in hopes of saving the park for future generations.
Oakland's Fairyland was in danger of closing due to the coronavirus pandemic but donations from the community have helped keep the amusement park open a while longer. Two East Bay filmmakers are hosting an online fundraiser in hopes of saving the park for future generations.
Survey: 40% would give up their dog for a month over their phone
SimpleTexting.com surveyed more than 1,000 smartphone owners across all 50 states to find out exactly which pleasures Americans would sacrifice to keep their phones.
SimpleTexting.com surveyed more than 1,000 smartphone owners across all 50 states to find out exactly which pleasures Americans would sacrifice to keep their phones.
California man builds dozens of desks to support virtual learning for students in need
Mitchell Couch has been a carpenter for over 20 years, and joked that his two kids took over the kitchen table when they began distance learning this year.
Mitchell Couch has been a carpenter for over 20 years, and joked that his two kids took over the kitchen table when they began distance learning this year.
Spectators boo President Trump as he pays respects to Ruth Bader Ginsburg
President Donald Trump was booed Thursday as he paid respects to late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Thursday morning, just two days before he announces his nominee to replace her on the high court.
President Donald Trump was booed Thursday as he paid respects to late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Thursday morning, just two days before he announces his nominee to replace her on the high court.
Thyroid medication recalled in US because it may not be strong enough
Acella Pharmaceuticals, LLC recalled NP Thyroid tablets after testing found the lots to be "sub potent," the FDA said.
Acella Pharmaceuticals, LLC recalled NP Thyroid tablets after testing found the lots to be "sub potent," the FDA said.
Dismay over Breonna Taylor spills onto streets, includes burning statue in San Jose
In San Jose, protesters stood in front of City Hall, chanting: "When our brothers and sisters are under attack, what do we do? Stand up and fight back." They also burned a statue of Thomas Fallon.
In San Jose, protesters stood in front of City Hall, chanting: "When our brothers and sisters are under attack, what do we do? Stand up and fight back." They also burned a statue of Thomas Fallon.
California governor signs executive order to ban gas-powered cars and trucks
This rule, if not halted by a court challenge by the oil and gas industry and the Trump administration, would make California the first U.S. state with a plan to phase them out completely.
This rule, if not halted by a court challenge by the oil and gas industry and the Trump administration, would make California the first U.S. state with a plan to phase them out completely.
Trump praises AG's handling of Breonna Taylor case, calls him 'brilliant' and a 'star'
During a White House press briefing, Trump praised Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron for his handling of the case.
During a White House press briefing, Trump praised Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron for his handling of the case.
Man dies from eating bags of black licorice
Eating a bag and a half every day for a few weeks threw his nutrients out of whack and caused the 54-year-old man’s heart to stop, doctors reported Wednesday.
Eating a bag and a half every day for a few weeks threw his nutrients out of whack and caused the 54-year-old man’s heart to stop, doctors reported Wednesday.
Grizzly bear fatally mauls hunter at largest US national park
The victim was in Alaska’s Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve during a 10-day moose hunting trip on Sunday when the bear attacked, the U.S. National Park Service (NPS) announced Tuesday.
The victim was in Alaska’s Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve during a 10-day moose hunting trip on Sunday when the bear attacked, the U.S. National Park Service (NPS) announced Tuesday.
LeBron James says he's never condoned violence, but won't stop speaking out
Lakers star LeBron James has finally responded to comments made by Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva, who challenged James to contribute to a reward to find the man who ambushed two deputies in Compton on Sept. 12, and criticized James' previous comments about racial profiling.
Lakers star LeBron James has finally responded to comments made by Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva, who challenged James to contribute to a reward to find the man who ambushed two deputies in Compton on Sept. 12, and criticized James' previous comments about racial profiling.
'Prolific sextortionist' in Georgia gets 40 years in prison for harming 150 girls
Officials believe the Georgia man had as many as 150 underage victims who he was extorting for child pornography.
Officials believe the Georgia man had as many as 150 underage victims who he was extorting for child pornography.