Getting around the I-80 closure during 7-week period

Starting tomorrow night at 9 p.m., the eastbound lanes of Interstate 80 in Contra Costa County are scheduled to close from Highway 4 in Hercules to Cummings Skyway in Crockett.

Air quality advisory issued for Bay Area due to smoke from Oregon wildfire

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District has issued an air quality advisory for Wednesday afternoon and evening because of smoke from a wildfire in southwestern Oregon that is expected to move into the region.   

Sonoma man who pleaded 'no contest' to shooting at deputy gets 21 years in prison

A man who pleaded no contest to charges of shooting at a Sonoma County Sheriff's deputy last October has been given 21 years in prison, the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office said Friday.

Falling tree injures 6 people at Santa Rosa park

A falling tree in Spring Lake Park in Santa Rosa left six people injured Saturday morning.

Suspect arrested in North Bay homicide

Police have arrested 65-year-old Novato resident Paul Dwight for allegedly fatally shooting his roommate and a dog Friday afternoon.

San Rafael woman arrested for assault, starting fire at encampment

A 55-year-old San Rafael woman was arrested Friday for assaulting a victim and setting a tent on fire in the area of the Mahon Creek path, where a large encampment has grown significantly over the last several months.

Vallejo MMA artist detains suspected arsonist with stolen Tesla: Reports

An MMA artist was credited for stopping a suspect accused of stealing a Tesla and starting a vegetation fire Saturday in Vallejo, authorities said.

San Rafael's homeless proposal: Will it cause even more encampments?

One Bay Area city's attempt to sort out the homeless encampment problem is drawing a lot of attention; not all of it is complimentary. Encampments could actually take up a lot more space.

Vallejo police arrest man suspected of starting 3-alarm fire

Vallejo police arrested a man they believe started a vegetation fire near the intersection of Admiral Callaghan Lane and Turner Parkway just before 6:51 p.m. Saturday.

San Rafael support dog 'Buddy' feared stolen

Arend Dittmer posted dozens of “lost dog" flyers in downtown San Rafael – searching for his dog “Buddy" The one-year-old Cavapoo was allegedly stolen outside of Bank of America on Fourth Street Friday afternoon.

5 fire departments battle vegetation fire near Interstate 80

Five fire departments fought a vegetation fire in Vallejo at Admiral Callaghan Lane and Turner Parkway, near Interstate Highway 80, on Saturday night, officials said.

1 dead, 1 hurt in rollover crash on U.S. 101 near Windsor

An automobile driver and her passenger were thrown from a vehicle that lost control and overturned on U.S. Highway 101 northwest of Windsor on Friday, the California Highway Patrol said.

Holiday weekend prompts water safety reminders

The high temperatures on the long holiday weekend in the Bay Area had people and families looking to get relief from the heat. But fast moving water this year comes with warnings of the dangers along the rivers throughout the state.

Fairfield woman found dead in motel room

A Fairfield woman was found dead in a motel room early Saturday morning.

Vallejo community center vandalized before opening, neighbors show support

Vandals in Vallejo trashed a new community center that was getting ready to open its doors. It was a heartbreaking sight for the non-profit's founder, but the setback brought out some heartwarming support from neighbors.

July 4th in the Bay Area: Here's your guide to Independence Day

From the “world's shortest parade" to the "world's longest parade" to yacht races to dog parade contests, there's no shortage of fun around the 4th of July holiday in the Bay Area.