Young Dolph: Third man arrested, charged in rapper's murder

Authorities said they also charged Shundale Barnett, 27, with accessory after the fact to first-degree murder, criminal attempt to commit first-degree murder, and theft of property $10,000 to $60,000.

Gov. Newsom promises to expand COVID-19 testing amid omicron surge

Newsom’s main goal is to continue the expansion of COVID testing. There are currently 50 mobile testing sites in California, the state plans to expand that number to 80.

California governor says help is on the way for state's fatigued healthcare workers

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said during a press briefing Wednesday that help is in the way for the state’s healthcare workers who are "emotionally and physically" exhausted.

Magawa, 'hero' rat who found over 100 land mines, dies in retirement

A “hero” rat named Magawa, who sniffed out over 100 land mines in Cambodia and saved countless lives in the process, has died.

Congress honors the late NFL legend John Madden

U.S. Congress members on Tuesday honored John Earl Madden, a former Oakland Raiders coaching great who went on to become the most famous sportscaster in history.

As omicron surges, more Bay Area school sickouts are planned for this week

Educators at more Bay Area schools are planning sick-outs this week: They say the move is needed to put pressure on school districts to provide more COVID safety measures.

Stanford Blood Center faces emergency need for all blood types

Stanford Blood Center is seeking new blood donors in light of a significant increase in cancellations from the current COVID-19 surge.

Oakland soul food gem Brown Sugar Kitchen closes after 15 years

Oakland's famed soul food restaurant Brown Sugar Kitchen has closed its doors for good after nearly 15 years in business.

Credit card fraud alert helps Danville police nab alleged purse thieves

A credit card fraud alert led to the arrest of two alleged purse thieves Saturday in Walnut Creek not long after the theft occurred in Danville.

Study: Exercise can strengthen brain function, prevent dementia

In a study published last week in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, researchers found that exercise helped protect the brain from dementia.

Man wounded in Oakland shooting

A shooting in Oakland Tuesday morning left a man wounded, according to police.