Nancy Pelosi retiring after nearly 40 years in Congress
Democratic Rep. Nancy Pelosi announced Thursday that she will retire from Congress, ending speculation that one of the most powerful women in American politics would seek another term.
Prop 50 divides California city into 3 congressional districts
The impact of California’s newly approved Proposition 50 is already being felt across the country, as Democrats celebrate decisive wins and Republicans prepare legal challenges. And in one California city, the newly redrawn congressional districts has divided the city into three.
Mix of clouds and sun
Today will see a mix of clouds and sun.
Union Square Ice Rink opens for the season as holiday spirit returns to San Francisco
The holiday season officially arrived in Union Square on Wednesday, as crowds gathered for the opening of San Francisco’s iconic outdoor ice rink, a longtime city tradition now in its 18th year.
Burglar who stole items from Fremont classrooms arrested, police say
A prolific school burglar has been arrested by a Fremont school resource officer, police say.
San Francisco is enforcing its RV dwelling ban, but critics have concerns
People living in RVs in San Francisco and their supporters rallied on Wednesday, worried they will be displaced by the city's new RV ban.
A break from the rain
The Wednesday rain and wind event is winding down. Low clouds will blanket most of the Bay Area Thursday morning. Partly cloudy skies are expected later in the day. A weak system will bring in more clouds Thursday night. The chance of showers will favor the North Bay late Thursday. We are expecting a mixture of sun and clouds this weekend.
Off the Grid taking over vacant storefront for pop-up holiday food market in SF
Off the Grid – the familiar food truck and catering crew is getting a pop-up brick-and-mortar space in downtown San Francisco as part of the city's Vacant to Vibrant program, and it's just in time for the holidays.
SJ mayor launches 'AI For All'
Mayor Matt Mahan, (D) San Jose on Wednesday launched a new collaboration with multiple tech giants to give access to AI learning and training to all city residents, via the public library system.
South Bay tax assessor race heads to runoff
None of the four candidates running to replace the retired Santa Clara County Tax Assessor secured more than 50% of the vote. So there will be a runoff election Dec. 30 between the top-two candidates, Neysa Fligor and Rishi Kumar.
FAA cuts flights by 10%: What Bay Area airports are saying
The FAA will cut air traffic by 10% across 40 major markets starting Friday amid the ongoing shutdown, citing air traffic controller shortages. Bay Area airports say they haven’t yet been told if they’ll be affected.
$5 million lottery winner busted for allegedly stealing from Millbrae city job
A former lottery winner faces felony charges after allegedly stealing equipment and funds from his job with the city of Millbrae, prosecutors said.
Wet Now. Warmer Weekend!
So far this early season system is playing out as advertised - more of a wind storm than precipatation. Winds materialized over the coastal waters and the North Bay coast, especially the Marin Headlands. Since midnight: 82 mph winds in the hills above Woodacre, 66 mph Mt. Diablo and many other sites around the region gusting 40-60 mph. High Wind Warning and Wind Advisory in effect until 4 PM. The North Bay coast will likely be converted to a Wind Advisory later. As for rain, spotty showers remain. The heaviest rain occurred over the North Bay. Highest precip totals were in the Marin Headlands with 2.25" 0.5-1.5", less with nothing to a tenth or two elsewhere. We`re not done yet. Though easing, winds will be impactful this afternoon. Additionally, we haven`t had any thunderstorms yet, but the cold front continues to move through leading to more instability. If we experience Tstorms, mostly likely north of the North Bay. Tidal Flood Advisory in effect until Saturday. BEAVER Moon Tonight!
Alameda crews rescue 68-year-old on sinking sailboat
Alameda police officers and firefighters rescued a 68-year-old from a sinking sailboat Wednesday morning near the Encinal Boat Ramp.
Santa Clara County scrambles for Super Bowl security funding
Santa Clara County didn’t ask to host next year’s Super Bowl. But the cost of protecting the event from terror attacks could exceed its available cash in an unprecedented budget crisis.
Republicans sue over passage of California's Prop. 50
A group of California Republicans on Wednesday filed a federal lawsuit challenging the passage of Prop. 50, alleging the redrawing of the congressional districts to favor Democrats is unconstitutional as they say it increases the power of one racial group – Latinos – over the others.
Santa Clara County's Measure A sales-tax passes
Voters approved a sales-tax measure in Santa Clara County on Tuesday; 57% said yes to the increase, and it only needed a simple majority.
Family of woman, 72, says Brentwood police arrest led to her death
The family of a 72-year-old Brentwood woman has filed a wrongful death claim against the city, alleging her arrest in September led to her death.
San Francisco Bay Area weather: Rain and wind
Today is going to be rainy and windy in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Novato 'Little Free Libraries' turn into miniature food pantries
As CalFresh recipients remain in limbo with payments still on hold, a Novato woman turned her little free libraries into miniature food pantries to support the community during the government shutdown.