San Francisco rent prices surge: 10% increase over last year
According to a new report, rents in San Francisco have increased by 11.5% compared to this time last year, with a 1.2% hike in just the past month. The average cost for a two-bedroom rental now exceeds $3,600 per month.
Wealthy enclave's sewage reveals higher than average cocaine levels in the water
Nantucket authorities launched wastewater testing program this summer to monitor island-wide drug trends
Car fire on I-580 near Altamont Pass spreads to vegetation
A car fire caused major traffic delays Friday near the Altamont Pass after flames spread to nearby vegetation, officials said.
Security guard killed in West Oakland gunfire between cars while walking home
Tony Jerome Norman, 67, was fatally shot Wednesday in West Oakland while walking home from BART.
Evacuations ordered as Peter Fire burns in Lake County
Evacuations were ordered Friday for a Lake County community after a vegetation fire broke out near the unincorporated town of Kelseyville, officials said.
Former San Jose councilman sentenced to 18 years in prison for child molestation
Disgraced former San Jose Councilman Omar Torres was sentenced Friday to 18 years in prison for molesting a child decades ago, prosecutors said.
San Mateo County sheriff gets emotional on last day of removal hearing
San Mateo County and the defense team for Sheriff Cristina Corpus have both finished presenting their cases as to whether to remove her.
Fire destroys former San Jose youth center eyed for renovation
Investigators in San Jose are now trying to determine the cause of an early Friday morning fire at a building that once housed a youth center.
Labor Day weekend warming up
The heat is on for the unofficial end of summer weekend. Today runs a little warmer with the hottest day expected to be on Saturday. Afternoon highs today range from mid 60s near the shore to low 90s inland.
San Francisco offers $5K Airbnb gift cards; city has highest rent increase in U.S.
An attorney representing residents says $5,000 would barely cover a few weeks at most San Francisco Airbnbs.
Driver crashes outside gay San Jose nightclubs a day before Pride
The driver of a white Lexus slammed into pedestrian barriers in front of two gay San Jose nightclubs on Thursday night, just a day before the city's Pride celebrations are set to begin.
Mostly sunny for Giants game
The Giants game will be mostly sunny for the first inning and partly cloudy by the 7th inning. Temps in the 60s.
Warm to hot pattern this weekend
Our warming trend continues! Friday forecast highs should range from the mid 60s to the 90s. Temperatures will continue to climb Saturday. The hot spots could approach 100.
Warriors unveil refreshed Oakland park with help from NBA legends
The Golden State Warriors unveiled newly renovated basketball courts at Oakland’s Mosswood Park. NBA legends Gary Payton Sr. and Festus Ezeli joined community partners to inspire local youth with a message of hope and discipline.
Newsom to Trump: Send troops to LA, as in Louisiana
Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans Thursday to send California Highway Patrol officers into more communities to assist local law enforcement, while also admonishing President Trump for suggesting he would send federal troops to the Bay Area.
Oakland music school sued for alleged sex abuse by choir director
Once an internationally recognized and award-winning youth choir, Oakland-based Pacific Boychoir Academy, was hit with a lawsuit by former students.
Caltrain fatal stabbing suspect in custody, ID'd by San Mateo County sheriff
The suspect in the fatal stabbing of a man on the Caltrain station platform in Redwood City on Wednesday is in custody and has been identified by the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office, officials say.
San Jose aims to capitalize on 2026 sporting events
For Bay Area sports fans, 2026 will be huge. The Super Bowl, March Madness, and the World Cup are all coming here. The City of San Jose is making sure it capitalizes on all the excitement.
Oakland hires parolees to clean city freeways
A three-year, $12.4 million contract will fund the initiative under the Golden State Works Program, providing Oakland residents on parole with steady employment.
South Bay celebrates opening of new drug addiction clinic
South Bay leaders on Thursday cut a ceremonial ribbon in celebration of the soon-to-open "Compassionate Addiction Services & Support clinic.