San Jose soccer fans go wild for Team Mexico win

San Jose's San Pedro Square was a sea of green on Thursday, during the FIFA World Cup kickoff match as Mexico took on South Africa – the first soccer game airing on a large TV screen for anyone to see.

Kennedy Center's lawsuit against Chuck Redd dismissed

A judge dropped a Kennedy Center lawsuit against Chuck Redd after the musician refused to perform at a holiday event over the center’s board voting to rename it after President Donald Trump.

World Cup fans flock to watch party in San Jose
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First goal from Mexico live from KTVU. Look at the excitement of World Cup fans firsthand at the watch party between Mexico and South Africa. Fans erupted in cheers after the first goal was made. 

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to serve as Director of National Intelligence

President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he is nominating Jay Clayton to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence, selecting the former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman and current U.S. attorney for the southern District of New York to lead the nation's intelligence community. 

Oakland police investigate suspicious death

The Oakland Police Department said homicide detectives are investigating what they describe as a suspicious death after they found the remains of a man's body Tuesday afternoon near 34th Street.

Preciosa Night: pride, culture, and community
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This Oakland Pride season, one of the most talked-about queer Latinx events in the country is heading to the Bay Area. Preciosa Night, created by relationship advocates and social media influencers Eden and Jay, started as a dream to create a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people of color. Today, it’s grown into a movement bringing together culture, community, and queer joy. Preciosa Night is Saturday, June 13 at Crybaby in Oakland.

Bay Area soccer and the FIFA World Cup
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Tommy Hodul, VP of PR and Communications for the Oakland Roots and Soul SC, gives insight on FIFA World Cup and watch party at Raimondi Park.

Mexico’s moment in the spotlight
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The World Cup is finally here, with Mexico hosting the opening match. But while millions are celebrating, Mexico City is also dealing with teacher protests, social unrest and criticism over government priorities. How much do these tensions affect the atmosphere surrounding one of the biggest sporting events on the planet? Celso Castilho, director of the Center for Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies, at Vanderbilt University, gives insight.

Remote work, isolation, and mental health
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Home alone: Remote work, isolation, and mental health. Emma Harrington, labor economist, at The University of Virginia, gives insight.

New parking rules coming to Berkeley

Berkeley is making changes to how they're operating parking matters, with their times and payments, as well as adjusting fines. Parking meter operating hours are extended from to 8 p.m. compared to the 6 p.m. end time previously.

First day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is kicking off
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Take a look at San Pedro Square in San Jose where the city plans to air all 104 FIFA World Cup matches for free. Mexico is opening up the tournament with their first match against South Africa. 

White House UFC fight could cost $60M, involve multiple federal agencies

New legal filings have offered a glimpse at the potential cost of President Donald Trump’s planned UFC fight event on the South Lawn of the White House scheduled for this weekend.

U.S. fires tanker on Gulf of Oman
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Professor Michele Goodwin discusses the United States fired on a tanker in the Gulf of Oman and how the Iran War has escalated.

Becerra and Hilton Face Off in CA Governor's Race
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Georgetown Law Professor Michele Goodwin explains what happens now that Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton are the two candidates for the California Governor's race in November.

'Nurse Solomon' killed during Oakland robbery attempt of chain necklace: family

The family of a beloved East Bay nurse who was shot and killed during an attempted robbery spoke out on Wednesday about their devastating loss. Relatives described Lartey Solomon as a jovial, generous, and loving man, and say they cannot believe he became a victim of gun violence.

First look inside San Francisco Bay Area Stadium ahead of FIFA World Cup

Fans arriving at the Santa Clara venue will notice a major change: the iconic Levi’s Stadium name has vanished and for the duration of the tournament it will be known as the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.

California, Santa Clara County file lawsuit over planned ICE facility near Gilroy

Santa Clara County could become the home of a federal immigration detainment facility, but not if state and local authorities have a say in the matter.

FIFA World Cup Predictions for Team USA
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The FIFA World Cup kicks off this week, and the U.S. Men's National Team begins their tournament run on Friday. "Lobbying Scorchers" podcast host Noah Riffe joins us to break down the predictions and storylines to follow ahead of the international soccer tournament.