Dead gray whale along San Leandro shoreline

A dead gray whale has washed up along the San Leandro shoreline near the Bay Trail south of Marina Park.

Former San Francisco dentist pleads not guilty in killing of tenant

A former San Francisco dentist and landlord accused of laying a trap and gunning down his tenant in the city's Outer Sunset District earlier this month entered not guilty pleas in court Friday.

Plank in Oakland's Jack London Square to close after nearly 12 years

One of Jack London Square's most recognizable businesses is preparing to close its doors after nearly 12 years on the Oakland waterfront.

Father, son charged in fatal Oakland flea market shooting tied to fake ID dispute

A father and son have been charged in connection with a deadly shooting at an Oakland flea market that authorities say stemmed from a dispute over competing sales of fake identification cards.

Father sentenced after fatal blow killed 8-month-old daughter

A San Jose father was sentenced Friday to 25 years to life in prison for killing his 8-month-old daughter with a blow to the head so severe that it caused her brain to shift inside her skull, authorities said.

Big Break Regional Shoreline offers free access to rare Delta ecosystem

Tucked along the edge of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, Big Break Regional Shoreline offers visitors a rare glimpse into one of California's most endangered ecosystems at no cost.

How a classic card game helped decide this East Bay city's name

The name of this East Contra Costa County city traces back not to a city council vote or a founder's decree, but to a friendly game of cards.

SF supervisor race: Incumbent Stephen Sherrill faces Lori Brooke

San Francisco District 2 supervisor seat is up for election next Tuesday, featuring a race between appointed incumbent Stephen Sherrill and community organizer Lori Brooke.

Alameda County supes approve new terms for Coliseum sale

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors approved a non-binding agreement on Thursday that would allow for the sale of the Oakland Arena to a third party as part of the overall transaction.

Oakland secures $1M in federal funding for Ceasefire

While federal funding cuts across the board impact multiple cities, Oakland is receiving a significant federal investment for its violence prevention program, "Operation Ceasefire."

Alum Rock Union School Board approves feasibility study of rebuilding of burned down youth center

The Alum Rock Union School District Board voted Thursday night to approve an agreement to explore rebuilding a historic youth center in East San Jose that was destroyed by a fire last year.

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The unsettled weather pattern will soon be coming to an end.  Friday starts off with a big serving of clouds.  Partly to mostly cloudy skies are expected later in the day.  Highs should range from the upper 50s to the low 70s. The weekend forecast features more sunshine and warmer temperatures.  

49ers OTAs: Nick Bosa, George Kittle Injury Updates and New Roster Moves

The San Francisco 49ers kicked off OTA's, on Wednesday. The team has had almost full turnout for the voluntary workouts, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan. 

Free music festival to be held in San Francisco rooftop park

A free daylong music festival will take place next month, high above San Francisco in a downtown rooftop park.

Boy, 16, punched by Fairfield officer speaks out

A 16-year-old boy seen on video being repeatedly punched by a police officer at Fairfield High School told KTVU on Thursday the officer should be fired.

12th annual Bay Area Book Festival, a bold, Berkeley-based literary extravaganza

Starting this Friday, Berkeley will hold its 12th annual Bay Area Book Festival, a "world-class literary extravaganza", boasting as many as 400 authors on 21 stages at multiple downtown venues. 

Bye-bye lions: San Francisco Zoo announces plans to send remaining lions elsewhere

They’re some of the San Francisco Zoo’s most cherished attractions and currently the largest big cats in its residence, but plans are underway to send the facility’s two remaining lions elsewhere, leaving the zoo lionless.