Scientists capture highest-resolution image of atoms
Cornell University researchers have recorded the highest-resolution image of atoms ever.
Cornell University researchers have recorded the highest-resolution image of atoms ever.
Oakland police chief addresses violence as homicides climb to 127
Chief LeRonne Armstrong has long asked for more police officers, a plea that was echoed on Monday by Mayor Libby Schaaf.
Chief LeRonne Armstrong has long asked for more police officers, a plea that was echoed on Monday by Mayor Libby Schaaf.
Possible nooses found hanging on Stanford campus, university says
Stanford University on Monday informed students of noose-like ropes found in a tree on campus.
Stanford University on Monday informed students of noose-like ropes found in a tree on campus.
Court upholds California ban on high-capacity magazines
“The statute outlaws no weapon, but only limits the size of the magazine that may be used with firearms,” the judges ruled in the 7-4 decision.
“The statute outlaws no weapon, but only limits the size of the magazine that may be used with firearms,” the judges ruled in the 7-4 decision.
Wife of Mexican drug lord 'El Chapo' sentenced to 3 years in prison on US charges
The wife of Mexican drug kingpin Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman was sentenced Tuesday to three years in prison after pleading guilty to helping her husband run his multibillion-dollar criminal empire.
The wife of Mexican drug kingpin Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman was sentenced Tuesday to three years in prison after pleading guilty to helping her husband run his multibillion-dollar criminal empire.
Woman accused of shoplifting sues Walmart after arrest, gets $2.1 million awarded in damages
An Alabama woman who says she was falsely arrested for shoplifting at a Walmart and then threatened by the company after her case was dismissed has been awarded $2.1 million in damages.
An Alabama woman who says she was falsely arrested for shoplifting at a Walmart and then threatened by the company after her case was dismissed has been awarded $2.1 million in damages.
Animal welfare groups among those looking forward to Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday has set a high bar for fund-raising after a record-shattering year in 2020.
Giving Tuesday has set a high bar for fund-raising after a record-shattering year in 2020.
San Francisco restaurant's grand opening on hold after thieves burglarize and party inside space
Owners of a new San Francisco restaurant said their grand opening will be delayed because thieves burglarized them over the weekend. Not only did they steal furniture and equipment, it appeared they hosted a large party.
Owners of a new San Francisco restaurant said their grand opening will be delayed because thieves burglarized them over the weekend. Not only did they steal furniture and equipment, it appeared they hosted a large party.
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey steps down as CEO
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey is stepping down as CEO, saying he was "really sad...yet really happy" about leaving and that it was his decision.
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey is stepping down as CEO, saying he was "really sad...yet really happy" about leaving and that it was his decision.
San Jose police arrest daycare worker suspected of sexually abusing a child
San Jose police on Monday announced the arrest of a 62-year-old daycare worker accused of multiple counts of sexual abuse of a child. And investigators said they believe there may be additional victims.
San Jose police on Monday announced the arrest of a 62-year-old daycare worker accused of multiple counts of sexual abuse of a child. And investigators said they believe there may be additional victims.
Interrupted auto burglary leads to fatal shooting near Lake Merritt
A man was shot and killed after interrupting a car burglary near Oakland's Lake Merritt, authorities said.
A man was shot and killed after interrupting a car burglary near Oakland's Lake Merritt, authorities said.
Lee Elder, 1st Black golfer to compete in Masters, dies at 87
A native Texan who developed his game during segregated times while caddying, Elder made history in 1975 at Augusta National, which had held an all-white tournament until he received an invitation after winning the Monsanto Open.
A native Texan who developed his game during segregated times while caddying, Elder made history in 1975 at Augusta National, which had held an all-white tournament until he received an invitation after winning the Monsanto Open.
Retired housekeeper wins $50K in scratch-off lottery for 3rd time
A 61-year-old Maryland woman has won $50,000 in scratch-off lotteries for the third time since 2018. And the winning tickets all came from the same store.
A 61-year-old Maryland woman has won $50,000 in scratch-off lotteries for the third time since 2018. And the winning tickets all came from the same store.
WHO disagrees with flight bans over omicron variant
WHO's regional director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti, called on countries to follow science and international health regulations in order to avoid using travel restrictions.
WHO's regional director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti, called on countries to follow science and international health regulations in order to avoid using travel restrictions.
Oakland police will boost staffing to address violent crime
The department said it's deploying several tactical teams that will support patrol officers responding to armed caravans, illegal sideshows, and other violent acts.
The department said it's deploying several tactical teams that will support patrol officers responding to armed caravans, illegal sideshows, and other violent acts.
California health officials on watch for omicron variant
"California is closely monitoring the new omicron variant, which has not yet arrived in California or the U.S.," Dr. Tomas Aragon, director of the California Department of Public Health said Sunday.
"California is closely monitoring the new omicron variant, which has not yet arrived in California or the U.S.," Dr. Tomas Aragon, director of the California Department of Public Health said Sunday.
Penguins at London Zoo post letters to Santa
Santa Claus opens letters from all over the world, including the ones from penguins living at the London Zoo.
Santa Claus opens letters from all over the world, including the ones from penguins living at the London Zoo.
Off White founder, fashion designer Virgil Abloh dies at 41 of cancer
Abloh's death was announced Sunday by the luxury group LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) and the Off White label, the brand Abloh founded. Abloha was the men’s wear designer of Louis Vuitton.
Abloh's death was announced Sunday by the luxury group LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) and the Off White label, the brand Abloh founded. Abloha was the men’s wear designer of Louis Vuitton.
Trial set to start on charges Smollett faked racist attack
Smollett told police he was walking home from a sandwich shop when two men he said recognized him from the show "Empire" began hurling racial and homophobic slurs at him.
Smollett told police he was walking home from a sandwich shop when two men he said recognized him from the show "Empire" began hurling racial and homophobic slurs at him.
Vigil held for mother shot and killed in front of kids near Bay Bridge toll plaza
The memorial for 29-year-old Amani Morris is expected to begin at 5 p.m. at the San Lorenzo Community Center Park.
The memorial for 29-year-old Amani Morris is expected to begin at 5 p.m. at the San Lorenzo Community Center Park.