Rally for man shot to death by Sonoma County sheriff's deputies

David Pelaez Chavez's brother said the body camera video shows the 36-year-old man was scared and not a danger to the level of having him shot to death by Sonoma County sheriff's deputies.

Stranded drivers frustrated by sideshows in Oakland, South Bay

Some drivers say they were frustrated after illegal sideshows were held across Oakland and San Jose this weekend, all of which were caught on camera.

Police: Pennsylvania man facing charges for trying to buy stolen human remains

A Pennsylvania man has been charged with abuse of a corpse, receiving stolen property and other charges after police say he allegedly tried to buy stolen human remains from an Arkansas woman for possible resale on Facebook.

Chipotle releases lemonade-scented candle in a nod to customers who steal the drink

Chipotle knows its free water cups are lemonade-filled. The chain joked with customers and released a lemonade-scented candle before National Lemonade Day.

California woman becomes pastor after sex assault at Dublin prison 30 years ago

Valerie Mercadel was sexually abused at the federal prison in Dublin 30 years ago. She became a pastor to help her deal with that trauma. But nothing has erased those dark memories.

Woman alleges San Francisco firefighter injected her with sedative at abortion protest

A woman is suing the San Francisco Fire Department claiming a firefighter injected her with a sedative against her will while she was protesting abortion rights at a Warriors game this summer.  

Alleged human 'avalanche' in stands during Super Bowl LVI leaves fan seriously hurt

An alleged human "avalanche" in the stands of SoFi Stadium during Super Bowl LVI left a fan sitting in her seat falling down two rows and being seriously hurt.

Formerly incarcerated California couple weds; bond strengthened over hunger strikes

Dolores Canales and Jack Morris were both in prison for decades. Their love intensified over hunger strikes challenging California's use of solitary confinement. Now, the two won't ever be alone again.

Asian-American residents sue Northern California county alleging racism and sweeping harassment campaign

A lawsuit has been filed against a Northern California county alleging the sheriff and other officials engaged in a racial targeting campaign to threaten and intimidate Asian Americans in an effort to "isolate them and drive them out of the region."

Lake Merritt gets tested for possible harmful algal bloom

Visitors to Lake Merritt were being warned to be careful when near the water, especially with pets and young children, as the water was being tested for possible toxic algae bloom.

Oakland electric bike library program seeks to bring 500 e-bikes to city's low-income communities

The city of Oakland has been awarded a $1 million grant to establish an electric bike "library" that would make some 500 e-bikes available to residents, particularly in low-income communities.

David McCullough, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, dies at 89

David McCullough, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author whose lovingly crafted narratives on subjects ranging from the Brooklyn Bridge to Presidents John Adams and Harry Truman made him among the most popular and influential historians of his time, has died.

Puppy found wandering among McKinney Fire damage

A puppy was found wandering among the debris left by the raging McKinney Fire in Northern California, which had been hanging out near a home destroyed by the blaze.

Oakland man faces racism during abroad program at Cambridge and responds with an incredible teaching moment

A 22-year-old Oakland tech prodigy and entrepreneur became a victim of a shocking and disturbing act of racism while taking part in a summer program at the University of Cambridge. He responded by using his tech skills to call out the perpetrator while also taking the opportunity to educate and inspire.

Marin County shootings: Fatal victim identified as Oakland man

Marin County sheriff’s officials on Monday identified the person killed in a shooting that left two others injured over the weekend.