Fremont police equip patrol cars with sensory kits to better serve neurodiverse residents

In a move to improve interactions with neurodiverse residents, the Fremont Police Department announced it will now equip every patrol car with sensory kits designed to de-escalate high-stress situations.

13 East Bay Catholic churches to shutter due to low attendance, financial woes

The closures are in response to diocesan-wide trends in declining Mass attendance, participation in the sacraments and Catholic school enrollment

Santa Cruz celebrates reopening of iconic wharf destroyed in 2024 storm

A 150-foot section of the Santa Cruz Wharf, which sank to the bottom of the sea during the storm in December 2024, has been rebuilt and is now once again open to the public.

California may be forced to share DMV data with Trump admin

The Trump administration may force California to turn over DMV records, potentially breaking a promise to undocumented immigrants.

Nick Reiner's preliminary hearing for murder of parents pushed to September

On Wednesday, a Los Angeles judge decided to push back court proceedings to September for Nick Reiner, accused in the double murder of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner.

United Airlines pilot from SFO reports possibly hitting drone

A United Airlines pilot who took off from San Francisco International Airport early Wednesday called in to say it seemed like he hit a drone in the sky en route to San Diego. 

Measure B could determine future of North Bay's SMART train, officials warn

Supporters of Measure B warn that the North Bay rail system will run out of funding and eventually shut down by 2029 if the sales tax extension is not approved.

SFO: You don't need a plane ticket to walk your friend to the gate

San Francisco International Airport just joined Oakland's airport in allowing approved ticket-less family and friends to walk their loved ones to the gates to say goodbye and pick them up with hugs and smiles upon arrival. 

TPS: Supreme Court on the power to end protection
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Temporary Protected Status was created for moments of disaster and war, but what happens when temporary stretches for decades? Now, the Supreme Court must decide whether those protections can be abruptly stripped away. Luis Cortes Romero, immigration attorney at Novo Legal Group, gives insight.

A royal moment that landed loud
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King Charles spoke on the importance of restraining executive authority during his time in Washington. His address reaching far beyond capitol hill. He's in the middle of a four-day visit meant to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States’ independence and reaffirm the special relationship between the U.S. and the U.K. Jana Mathews, professor of medieval literature and culture, at Rollins College of Liberal Arts, gives insight.

Most severe accidents occur on 13% of San Francisco streets: data

The intersection of 3rd and Bryant streets in the SOMA district, a known incline leading to the eastbound Bay Bridge, has become a focal point for San Francisco’s efforts to curb dangerous driving. 

Judge: Scott Peterson can't introduce new evidence

A judge in San Mateo County has denied a request from convicted murderer Scott Peterson to present new evidence that his legal team argues would exonerate him. 

SFPD warns of jewelry theft ruse targeting seniors

San Francisco police are alerting the public to an ongoing scam where thieves use ruses to get close to elderly victims to steal their jewelry.

Oakland to use street barriers to curb sex work in known hotspot

The city of Oakland will test a new strategy to deter sex work by blocking access to side streets off International Boulevard, though some residents and business owners doubt it will reduce activity.

Dave & Buster's preparing for Jack London Square grand opening Monday

A major name in entertainment is officially joining Oakland’s Jack London Square. Dave & Buster's is scheduled to hold a grand opening ceremony Monday at its new home located at 55 Harrison Street.

Man charged in Antioch killing of child's mother

A 22-year-old man has been charged in the killing of his child’s mother in Antioch, authorities said.

9 SF homes sold for over $2 million above asking in 2026 so far

Bidding wars are pushing San Francisco home prices 30% to 50% above asking, a spike experts say is fueled by the Bay Area’s artificial intelligence boom.