2nd autopsy says Mario Gonzalez died of restraint asphyxia, not methamphetamine
A second autopsy commissioned by a civil rights law firm says that Mario Gonzalez died last spring because of restraint asphyxia after three officers put their body weight on him – and he did not die of methamphetamine because he didn't have enough of the drug in his system.
Dog of terminally ill Philadelphia woman receives hundreds of adoption requests
Rosie, the faithful companion of a terminally ill Philadelphia woman, receives hundreds of adoption requests from people all over the country.
Popular juice bar in Oakland hit three times by burglars
The staff at Got Juice in Oakland's Laurel District kept busy Wednesday, making juices, shakes, and smoothies even as their storefront was covered in plywood because of another break-in.
World's oldest person confirmed as French nun, 118, who loves chocolate and wine
Sister André, born Lucile Randon, has lived through two world wars, the 1918 influenza pandemic, and even survived a COVID-19 infection last year.
Kidnapped baby found in San Jose, 3 suspects in custody: police
A three-month-old baby who was kidnapped from San Jose was found on Tuesday and three suspects were taken into custody.
Governor Abbott asks Elon Musk to bring Twitter to Texas
Elon Musk's $44 billion offer to buy Twitter has been accepted by the social media platform. The announcement brings up the question, could Twitter relocate to Texas?
Tahoe family learns bears were living under their home, after hearing 'odd rumbling, snoring-like noises'
A South Lake Tahoe family was surprised to learn last week that they’d been hosting a family of bears at their home since December.
Kane Tanaka, world's oldest person, dies at 119 in Japan
Kane Tanaka was born on Jan. 2, 1903, the same year the Wright brothers took flight for the first time.
Golf course landscaper hit and killed by suspect in stolen truck
A San Leandro golf-course landscaper was hit and killed by a man driving a stolen pickup truck, authorities said.
Former Los Gatos High student struck by car in San Jose dies 11 years later
A 15-year-old girl who was struck by a car in San Jose 11 years ago died of her injuries this week, police said, prompting authorities to reopen a hit-and-run investigation into her death.
Voices for Change: April 24, 2022
In this episode of 'Voices for Change,' we talk about diversity in the arts.
Devastated friends hold vigil after death of Dublin High School classmate
Devastated friends and classmates gathered outside the home of a Dublin high school sophomore, who died suddenly this week, most likely of suicide.
'Rarest Nike shoes ever' produced in 1981 hit auction Wednesday
The rare Nike “One Line” knockoff sneakers were created by co-founder Phil Knight to avoid paying the government $25 million. The classic shoes go up for auction Wednesday.
Oakland nonprofit connecting Black community to nature
Oakland-based nonprofit Outdoor Afro is committed to working toward environmental and racial justice.
Mike Tyson punches passenger on plane at SFO and the internet goes wild
Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson was seen punching a man aboard an airplane at San Francisco International Airport, TMZ reported, and the internet went wild.
Wrongfully convicted man relishes freedom after 32 years behind bars
On Wednesday Joaquin Ciria emerged from nearly 32 years behind bars to cheers, bear hugs and whoops by his family, attorneys and supporters.
Daughter finds missing Houston mom after more than 50 years
DNA confirms the identity of a young Houston wife and mother, who has been missing since 1970.
Oakland police investigate death of mystery patient with distinctive tattoos
Oakland police are investigating the death of a man with distinctive tattoos who showed up at Highland Hospital earlier this year with unexplained trauma.
Richmond female-owned business hit twice by vandal
A Richmond woman-owned business has been vandalized twice by the same man within a month's period.
Two arrests in slaying of Bay Area rapper
Arrests have been made in the 2020 murder of a South Bay rapper. Ueta "Juice Boi" Muasika was gunned down in his driveway.