Face masks mysteriously appearing on doorsteps part of ‘brushing’ scam, Better Business Bureau says
The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers about packages of face masks and other merchandise that have mysteriously appeared on their doorsteps that could be a part of a “brushing” scam.
The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers about packages of face masks and other merchandise that have mysteriously appeared on their doorsteps that could be a part of a “brushing” scam.
Deadly crash near SF's Lake Merced followed a lifetime of crimes
A suspect in a deadly crash had a lifetime of crime before Thursday's deadly episode.
A suspect in a deadly crash had a lifetime of crime before Thursday's deadly episode.
San Francisco teachers union lays out demands for resuming in-person instruction
For 11 months San Francisco public school students have been distance learning. And the city's teachers union said bringing students back into classrooms all depends on where San Francisco ranks on the state's color-coded tier system.
For 11 months San Francisco public school students have been distance learning. And the city's teachers union said bringing students back into classrooms all depends on where San Francisco ranks on the state's color-coded tier system.
Virginia woman dies hours after receiving COVID-19 vaccine, health officials investigating
A Virginia woman from the Eastern region died within hours of receiving the coronavirus vaccine, according to her family.
A Virginia woman from the Eastern region died within hours of receiving the coronavirus vaccine, according to her family.
San Francisco parents want schools to reopen as struggles with virtual learning mount
San Francisco teachers and the district are still at an impasse over when in-person classes should resume as more parents push for face-to-face instruction.
San Francisco teachers and the district are still at an impasse over when in-person classes should resume as more parents push for face-to-face instruction.
California has the second highest amount of confirmed cases of UK COVID-19 variant in the US
California has more confirmed cases of the coronavirus variant that was first identified in the United Kingdom than 48 out of 50 states, according to the CDC.
California has more confirmed cases of the coronavirus variant that was first identified in the United Kingdom than 48 out of 50 states, according to the CDC.
TSA: Travelers who violate mask mandate face fines up to $1,500
The TSA issued an update to its recent mask mandate for travelers passing through security checkpoints, confirming that violators face fines ranging from $250 up to $1,500, for repeat offenders.
The TSA issued an update to its recent mask mandate for travelers passing through security checkpoints, confirming that violators face fines ranging from $250 up to $1,500, for repeat offenders.
Sources say veteran officer LeRonne Armstrong will serve as Oakland's new police chief
Mayor Libby Schaaf selected Deputy Chief LeRonne Armstrong, a native of Oakland, as chief, two sources told KTVU.
Mayor Libby Schaaf selected Deputy Chief LeRonne Armstrong, a native of Oakland, as chief, two sources told KTVU.
Oakland police searching for suspect in Chinatown assault on 91-year-old man, 2 others
Oakland police have obtained surveillance video of a suspect in a Chinatown assault involving three victims, including a 91-year-old man.
Oakland police have obtained surveillance video of a suspect in a Chinatown assault involving three victims, including a 91-year-old man.
Santa Clara County making it easier for seniors to get vaccinated
Beginning on Thursday, seniors who want to sign-up to get their shots can do so at any provider in the county.
Beginning on Thursday, seniors who want to sign-up to get their shots can do so at any provider in the county.
Man arrested after allegedly threatening on Snapchat to shoot up San Jose mall
The man, who had dark clothing and distinctive purple shoulder-length hair, was tracked to the mall and arrested about 45 minutes after the threats were reported to the Police Department.
The man, who had dark clothing and distinctive purple shoulder-length hair, was tracked to the mall and arrested about 45 minutes after the threats were reported to the Police Department.
Tahoe-area man rescued after spending a week stranded in snow
A Tahoe-area man was rescued after spending a week stranded in his vehicle in heavy snow in mountainous, back country terrain.
A Tahoe-area man was rescued after spending a week stranded in his vehicle in heavy snow in mountainous, back country terrain.
This COVID-19 vaccine side effect could be confused for breast cancer, doctor warns
Dr. Holly Marshall, a breast radiologist with University Hospitals in Cleveland, said that some of her patients who have received the COVID-19 vaccine have experienced axillary adenopathy, also known as swollen lymph nodes.
Dr. Holly Marshall, a breast radiologist with University Hospitals in Cleveland, said that some of her patients who have received the COVID-19 vaccine have experienced axillary adenopathy, also known as swollen lymph nodes.
Oakland metal shredding firm settles alleged pollution violations for $4.1M
Schnitzer Steel at 1101 Embarcadero West is alleged to have released hazardous particulates and toxic air contaminants from its facility just outside West Oakland. The settlement requires the company to pay $4.1 million.
Schnitzer Steel at 1101 Embarcadero West is alleged to have released hazardous particulates and toxic air contaminants from its facility just outside West Oakland. The settlement requires the company to pay $4.1 million.
Trump surrenders SAG-AFTRA membership in scathing letter
Former President Donald Trump resigned his membership on Thursday in the SAG-AFTRA actors union, which was moving to possibly expel him over allegations of endangering the lives of broadcast journalists and inciting the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Former President Donald Trump resigned his membership on Thursday in the SAG-AFTRA actors union, which was moving to possibly expel him over allegations of endangering the lives of broadcast journalists and inciting the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Colin Kaepernick billboards, mural go up around Tampa ahead of Super Bowl LV
A mural went up in West Tampa and multiple billboards were planted in the city as part of the former quarterback’s partnership with Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The goal is to raise awareness about police violence and systemic racism against minorities.
A mural went up in West Tampa and multiple billboards were planted in the city as part of the former quarterback’s partnership with Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The goal is to raise awareness about police violence and systemic racism against minorities.
More mass vaccination sites opening around Bay Area
The Moscone Center is to open for appointments on Friday, and when it does, it will be the city's largest mass vaccination site. San Francisco already has two others; one in the Bayview, the other at City College.
The Moscone Center is to open for appointments on Friday, and when it does, it will be the city's largest mass vaccination site. San Francisco already has two others; one in the Bayview, the other at City College.
Thieves pilfer from Cliff House as officials say new restaurant may take over landmark
U.S. Park Police are searching for two thieves who broke into the Cliff House site and stole historic memorabilia.
U.S. Park Police are searching for two thieves who broke into the Cliff House site and stole historic memorabilia.
Oakland’s Chinatown community calls for more vigilance after spike in crime
Carl Chan, President of Oakland's Chinatown Chamber of Commerce, said many of the incidents are brazen robberies.
Carl Chan, President of Oakland's Chinatown Chamber of Commerce, said many of the incidents are brazen robberies.
Oakland Zoo’s latest reopening a sign of hope and normalcy
The Oakland Zoo, closed twice since the pandemic, reopened Wednesday for the second time.
The Oakland Zoo, closed twice since the pandemic, reopened Wednesday for the second time.