DAs, retailers say California needs stronger shoplifting law
Shoplifting has been a growing problem, but recent large-scale thefts in California in which groups of individuals rush into stores and take goods in plain sight or smash and grab from display cases is "raising it to a whole new level."
Shoplifting has been a growing problem, but recent large-scale thefts in California in which groups of individuals rush into stores and take goods in plain sight or smash and grab from display cases is "raising it to a whole new level."
Long-term COVID-19 smell, taste loss could impact millions, researchers say
As COVID-19 continues to spread, researchers say a significant number of people worldwide may face a long-term or even permanent loss of smell and taste as more become infected.
As COVID-19 continues to spread, researchers say a significant number of people worldwide may face a long-term or even permanent loss of smell and taste as more become infected.
FDA expands emergency use of 2 COVID-19 monoclonal antibody treatments to infants
Monoclonal antibodies are proteins made in a lab which copy the human immune system’s ability to fight off harmful pathogens such as the novel coronavirus, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Monoclonal antibodies are proteins made in a lab which copy the human immune system’s ability to fight off harmful pathogens such as the novel coronavirus, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Public memorial planned for slain Bay Area TV news security guard
The memorial service for Kevin Nishita is set for noon Thursday at the National Civic Auditorium located at 135 W San Carlos Street.
The memorial service for Kevin Nishita is set for noon Thursday at the National Civic Auditorium located at 135 W San Carlos Street.
Vallejo cop who fatally shot Sean Monterrosa violated policy, investigation concludes
An independent investigator has found a Vallejo Police Department officer did not act within reason when he shot through a windshield and killed Sean Monterrosa last year. The officer may now face disciplinary action.
An independent investigator has found a Vallejo Police Department officer did not act within reason when he shot through a windshield and killed Sean Monterrosa last year. The officer may now face disciplinary action.
San Jose jewelry store robbed by smash-and-grab thieves
Authorities are investigating a smash-and-grab robbery at a San Jose mall on Thursday.
Authorities are investigating a smash-and-grab robbery at a San Jose mall on Thursday.
Mini Dachshund stolen from Oakland park is found; 2 suspects still on loose
A mini Dachshund stolen in Oakland during a car burglary at Chabot Regional Park is now safely back with her owner. But the two suspects who took Ellie are still outstanding.
A mini Dachshund stolen in Oakland during a car burglary at Chabot Regional Park is now safely back with her owner. But the two suspects who took Ellie are still outstanding.
Music icon Carlos Santana recovering after heart procedure
The Grammy winning artist says last weekend he experienced an issue with his chest and asked his wife to take him to the hospital.
The Grammy winning artist says last weekend he experienced an issue with his chest and asked his wife to take him to the hospital.
Deacon Dave's Livermore holiday light display back from pandemic, brighter than ever
No other home in the Bay Area has a holiday light display quite like it. Deacon’s Dave Light Display is back open to the public after being closed last year due to the pandemic.
No other home in the Bay Area has a holiday light display quite like it. Deacon’s Dave Light Display is back open to the public after being closed last year due to the pandemic.
San Francisco kidnap attempt leaves father in shock, possibly homeless woman arrested
The father of a 22-month-old boy who was subjected to a kidnapping attempt in San Francisco Wednesday spoke with KTVU about the ordeal.
The father of a 22-month-old boy who was subjected to a kidnapping attempt in San Francisco Wednesday spoke with KTVU about the ordeal.
Santa Clara University students put more pressure on school officials for adequate mental health services
Students at Santa Clara University held a demonstration on Thursday, pushing administrators for better mental health services on campus.
Students at Santa Clara University held a demonstration on Thursday, pushing administrators for better mental health services on campus.
Charging decision on parents of Oxford mass shooting suspect expected on Friday
The day before, and day of the shooting, Oxford High School officials met with Crumbley and his parents after teachers warned of his behavior at school, which included drawing violent pictures in class.
The day before, and day of the shooting, Oxford High School officials met with Crumbley and his parents after teachers warned of his behavior at school, which included drawing violent pictures in class.
California State Water Project not allocating water to these agencies for December
Even though the Bay Area leads the state in water conservation, it may not be enough.
Even though the Bay Area leads the state in water conservation, it may not be enough.
Woman reported missing in Indiana safely located by Oakland police
The Oakland Police Department is assisting officers in Indiana in locating a missing 25-year-old woman.
The Oakland Police Department is assisting officers in Indiana in locating a missing 25-year-old woman.
Oakland police ask help locating at-risk, juvenile runaway
Oakland Police Department are asking for help from the public in locating an at-risk juvenile who they say ran away earlier this week.
Oakland Police Department are asking for help from the public in locating an at-risk juvenile who they say ran away earlier this week.
Homeless students' needs at center of rally at San Jose State University
Despite progress, San Jose State University and one of its student groups are at odds over how best to serve those affected by homelessness.
Despite progress, San Jose State University and one of its student groups are at odds over how best to serve those affected by homelessness.
California fines PG&E $125M for 2019 Kincade Fire
The California Public Utilities Commission announced Thursday it has penalized PG&E $125 million for violations related to the 2019 Kincade Fire that burned nearly 78,000 acres and prompted the evacuation of about 185,000 residents in Sonoma County.
The California Public Utilities Commission announced Thursday it has penalized PG&E $125 million for violations related to the 2019 Kincade Fire that burned nearly 78,000 acres and prompted the evacuation of about 185,000 residents in Sonoma County.
Pregnant with COVID: Unvaccinated mother-to-be struggled for life, learns lesson
These are happy days for Sarah, Matthew, and infant Naomi Heyl. But the three of them did get off to a rough start.
These are happy days for Sarah, Matthew, and infant Naomi Heyl. But the three of them did get off to a rough start.
San Francisco public works employee one year from retirement loses job over vaccine refusal
A veteran San Francisco public works employee said he is losing his job over his vaccination status.
A veteran San Francisco public works employee said he is losing his job over his vaccination status.
Vallejo police union warns officers leaving at 'unprecedented rate'
The police union said in a statement on its website that a number of officers have left for other police departments around the Bay Area and some are retiring. The union also said that new officers have not been able to pass field training.
The police union said in a statement on its website that a number of officers have left for other police departments around the Bay Area and some are retiring. The union also said that new officers have not been able to pass field training.