Bay Area restaurants gear up for busy Valentine's Day weekend

Restaurants across the Bay Area are prepping for a very busy Valentine's Day weekend. It comes as experts say couples are expected to spend more on this holiday than in past years.

'Elderly nanny' reportedly detained by federal agents in San Francisco

A San Francisco resident has reportedly been arrested by immigration enforcement agents, according to a post by the San Francisco Rapid Response Network.

Making real connections in a swipe culture
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Julia Malakiman, a dating expert in Silicon Valley shares practical dating tips, how to balance work and love, and strategies for making authentic connections.

Sierra braces for snowstorm
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The Sierra is bracing for heavy snow of President's Day weekend. Between two and four feet of snow could fall from Sunday through Wednesday, according to the NWS. There could be up to five feet in the higher elevations.

Love is in the air at San Francisco City Hall ahead of Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is special for a lot of couples, but the day of romance is always going to be extra special for Levi and Jolynn Sumeela.

Berkeley’s chocolate masterpieces
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The Xocolate Bar is a Latina-owned family business founded by Malena Lopez-Maggi and Clive Brown. What began in arts and crafts evolved into a celebration of chocolate as art, with hand-crafted bonbons that are as beautiful as they are delicious.

'Singles tax' impacting people buying homes in Bay Area
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Redfin chief economist Daryl Fairweather breaks down why people not in relationships may end up paying more for real estate.

San Francisco teachers strike over: tentative agreement reached

A tentative agreement between the San Francisco Unified School District and the teachers union was reached on Friday, ending a four-day strike over higher wages, health benefits and more resources for students with special needs, both sides announced. 

San Francisco tech company debuts laundry-folding robot

A San Francisco company is taking orders for a household robot that specializes in folding laundry. 

A break from the rain
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Patchy fog will resurface Friday morning.  The afternoon forecast features partly sunny skies with  mild temperatures.  Highs should range from the upper 50s to the mid 60s. Some changes this weekend!  Clouds will move into the area Saturday.  Rain returns to the area Sunday.  A cold, wet weather pattern will linger into next week.  Your umbrella will be getting a workout!

San Francisco Unified teacher strike: Classes canceled on Friday

Classes will be canceled on Friday at all San Francisco Unified School District schools as the teachers' strike continues, officials say.

UC Berkeley students create app to sell meal swipes
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Two students at UC Berkeley developed an app to help freshmen sell their extra meal swipes, and connect them with upperclassmen looking for less expensive meals. But Caden Li and Mohul Shukla soon drew the attention of the university, which asked them to cease violating the terms of meal plan agreements

San Francisco health officials warn of deadly wild mushroom poisonings

San Francisco health officials are warning of a surge in severe illnesses tied to people eating poisonous wild mushrooms, including Death Cap and Western Destroying Angel varieties, mistaken for edible species.

What SFUSD superintendent said about her pay amid teacher strike

As the San Francisco Unified School District strike stretches into its fourth day, teachers are asking questions about the disparity between salaries.

Woman-owned Oakland business talks flowers & love
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The Love Stop Flower Shop, a woman-owned Oakland business that’s been spreading joy for 28 years. From heartfelt bouquets to custom arrangements for life’s special moments, Rosa and her daughter Alondra bring creativity, care, and family tradition to every bloom.

Major Sierra snow storm ahead
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The Bay Area made it through a first round of mini-storms this week, and residents should prepare for another, bigger one starting over the long President's Day weekend.

Bay Area chef redifining Caribbean cuisine
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From humble beginnings to cooking for Google and the Golden State Warriors, as we continue to celebrate Black History Month, we're putting a spotlight on Bay Area chef, Beve Julien, who's challenging how the world sees Caribbean food.

'The Notebook: The Musical' comes to San Francisco
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'The Notebook: The Musical' is now playing at San Francisco's Orpheum Theater as part of a national tour through March 1.