Arizona 6-year-old tests positive for STD; father's roommate arrested, sheriff's office says
Officials with the Pinal County Sheriff's Office are accusing a 26-year-old man of sexually assaulting a six-year-old.
Oakland to require proof of vaccination for indoor spaces like bars, coffee shops, gyms
Under Oakland's new emergency ordinance, customers must show proof of vaccination upon entry to restaurants, bars, coffee shops, clubs, theaters, gyms, and senior centers.
Search continues for two suspects wanted in San Jose mall shooting
Police officers on Tuesday continued their search for two suspects wanted in connection to a shooting at a San Jose mall.
How one strand of Christmas lights in support of a neighbor turned into a touching community light display
It began as a touching gesture to show support for a neighbor who was struggling, and then it grew into something much bigger -- a community-wide demonstration of connectedness and a physical symbol of love and light.
Rapid COVID-19 home tests could bring reassurance for 2021 holidays, experts say
At-home rapid COVID-19 tests could help make a family’s holiday gathering safer when combined with vaccination and boosters, experts say.
'A Doll Like Me': Helping children with disabilities feel seen through personalized dolls
The doll maker behind “A Doll Like Me” makes dolls for children who don't see themselves on store shelves. The dolls resemble their owners: children with a variety of disabilities, so that every child feels seen.
Witnesses saw people fighting near Forever 21 before San Jose mall shooting
Shots fired inside a San Jose mall Monday evening during the height of the Christmas shopping season sent shoppers running in panic.
Oakland elderly couple fears for safety after bullet goes through bedroom window while sleeping
An older couple spoke in detail about their close call with a bullet that came through the window of their apartment in downtown Oakland.
Newsom offers $50K reward to solve San Pablo homicide
Tillis was fatally shot in his car outside of a Rumrill Boulevard apartment complex on June 12, 2020.
6.2 magnitude earthquake hits Humboldt County
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Humboldt County on Monday, bringing significant shaking but likely minimal damage to the sparsely populated area.
2021 Ursid meteor shower: Where, when to see the celestial event
The Ursid meteor shower happens every year and is considered a “low-key” affair because usually only between 5 and 10 meteors can be seen per hour, which is considered a small number.
National Geographic names Oakland's Ahmed Muhammad among select group of youth changemakers worldwide
A teen from Oakland, who has received national attention for his achievements both in the classroom and in his community, was now being recognized as one of 25 young people around the world inspiring global change.
Biden tests negative for COVID-19 after close contact with infected staffer
“On Monday morning, a mid-level staff member, who does not regularly have contact with the President, received a positive result for a COVID-19 test,” press secretary Jen Psaki said Monday.
Social media postings from US Capitol rioters influenced sentencing
Among the biggest takeaways so far from the Justice Department's prosecution of the insurrection is how large a role social media has played, with much of the most damning evidence coming from rioters' own words and videos.
Bidens welcome new puppy, Commander, to the White House
His name appears to be a play on Biden’s status as commander in chief of the U.S. armed forces.
New patrol district coming to East Oakland where 60% of service calls come from
Sixty percent of calls for service are coming from East Oakland so Armstrong is creating the sixth district, he said at the news conference from the police substation in East Oakland at 2651 73rd Ave.
SHOPPING CART KILLER: 4th victim of alleged Virginia serial killer could be missing CA woman
A woman who traveled from California to tour the sites in the nation's capital this summer could be a possible fourth victim of a man police in Fairfax County say is a serial murderer they call the 'Shopping Cart Killer.'
New snake species discovered thanks to Instagram post
Oligodon churahensis is the newest snake species after a university student unknowingly posted a picture of it on Instagram in June 2020.
Candy canes join list of shortages amid supply chain, peppermint crop woes
Peppermint-flavored candy canes may be part of a growing list of holiday-related products impacted by supply chain disruptions.
Air National Guardsman returns home, surprises son at school
Master Sergeant Jaron Brown returned home from deployment with the Air National Guard and surprised his son at his school in Marlton!