FCI Dublin prison guard defense team asks for leniency citing hard childhood because he is gay
Federal prosecutors are asking a judge sentence a former correctional manager at FCI Dublin to 10 years in prison. And for the first time, his defense attorneys brought up John Bellhouse's sexual orientation as a reason to seek leniency.
Bay Area economy healthy as holiday shopping season arrives
With APEC in the rearview mirror, Bay Area residents are getting set to welcome in the holiday season.
West Coast Wrap: Nov. 17, 2023
Tonight on West Coast Wrap: we'll take you live to Las Vegas where Formula One racing events have gotten off to a rough start after a car was damaged during a practice lap. We'll also have the latest on efforts to get racing back in gear for the tens of thousands of visitors who've come to town.
West Coast Wrap: Nov. 16, 2023
Tonight on West Coast Wrap: Formula One racing events begin in Las Vegas. We'll hear from race car drivers who already have complaints about Las Vegas hosting the event. We'll also show you how an Arizona mom hopes to inspire her son who's losing his vision.
Pro-Palestine protesters shut down Bay Bridge
A well-coordinated group of hundreds of Pro-Palestine protesters shut down the Bay Bridge on Thursday morning, tying up traffic during rush hour and calling out to world leaders to end the war in Gaza during the APEC summit.
Judge sentences Dublin prison food supervisor in ongoing sex abuse scandal
A judge sentenced a former correctional officer at the federal prison in Dublin to eight years on Wednesday, in an ongoing sex abuse scandal that has plagued FCI Dublin for at least three decades.
West Coast Wrap: November 15, 2023
Frightening moments caught on camera as a ferry boat sinks off the coast of the Bahamas. We have learned a woman from Colorado was killed as the boat went down. We learn more on what went wrong, causing passengers to jump overboard.
West Coast Wrap: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
A Republican congressman says a GOP colleague is a bully. Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy responds to accusations he elbowed someone on Capitol Hill. Also, forget long lines at EV charging stations. The people behind a West Coast startup say they can get EV drivers moving when batteries die. See how they're coming to the rescue of drivers who need a charge.
Biden's APEC arrival met with protesters demanding Gaza ceasefire
President Joe Biden held a fundraiser in San Francisco on Tuesday, coinciding with his arrival for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. In response, as many as one thousand protesters filled city streets urging the president to back a ceasefire in Gaza.
Dublin prison now has most cameras in the west, women still complain of sex assault
The federal all-women's prison in Dublin, which earned the notorious "Rape Club" nickname, now has the most security cameras of any prison in the western region, government attorneys said, while incarcerated women are still complaining of sexual assault and poor healthcare.
Novato woman lost $1k helping Maui victims in gift card scam
A Marin County woman is frustrated after she sent $2,000 worth of Target gift cards to Maui families impacted by the wildfires over the summer, only for half of the gift cards to be declined at the store.
West Coast Wrap: Monday, Nov. 13
A teenager is in critical condition in Washington following a shooting at a house party that wounded five other young people. We hear what police and neighbors are saying. Also, a bizarre break in in Portland where a thief made off with thousands of dollars in vintage items along with a number of Christmas trees.
SF sheriff oversight board member, who was formerly incarcerated, arrested on sexual assault charges
A member of the San Francisco Sheriff's Department Oversight Board has been arrested on sexual assault and other charges. Before joining the board, William Palmer had spent more than 30 years in prison for a botched robbery of an off-duty officer.
Bay Area homeless services provider accused of toxic work place, firing Black employees
A Bay Area homeless services provider is being accused of toxic work environments, particularly with its Black employees. Now the Silicon Valley chapter of the NAACP is getting involved.
Celebrations seen throughout Bay Area in honor of Veterans
Several Bay Area communities recognized the sacrifices of America’s servicemembers on Veterans Day.
West Coast Wrap: Thursday, November 9, 2023
More details are emerging about the deal reached between Hollywood actors and major studios to end the nearly four-month long strike. The union's leader said they held strong. Also a former Arizona senator says she was attacked while running but was able to fend off the suspect.
'It's absolutely deplorable': East Oakland businesses fed up with repeat blight, homelessness and crime
Those who live and work along Pearmain Street in East Oakland blame the city for ongoing crime, homelessness and blight that's making them fearful and frustrated.
Bullying online and in-person worse in Bay Area than the national average
The Northern California chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR) found that when it comes to bullying children, the Bay Area is worse than most.
West Coast Wrap: Wednesday, November 8, 2023
SAG/AFTRA announces a tentative agreement with the AMPTP, ending the longest actor strike in Hollywood history. SCE has warned customers in Southern California that some may face power outages as the company may be forced to turn off power in some areas due to high winds. Extraordinary security measures are now in place for next weeks' APEC summit to be hosted in San Francisco.
West Coast Wrap: Tuesday, November 7, 2023
There is growing concern about threats and clashes connected to the war in the Middle East. A Southern California community mourns the death of one man who died after an altercation during dueling protests. Plus, some environmentalists believe grizzly bears are key to restoring part of the Pacific Northwest's ecosystem. But plans to bring them back is bringing stiff opposition.