Man charged in John Beam killing found mentally incompetent for trial: judge
An Alameda County Superior Court Judge has found the man accused of fatally shooting beloved Oakland football coach John Beam mentally incompetent to stand trial on a murder charge, KTVU has confirmed.
An Alameda County Superior Court Judge has found the man accused of fatally shooting beloved Oakland football coach John Beam mentally incompetent to stand trial on a murder charge, KTVU has confirmed.
San Francisco I-80 weekend closure starts tonight: What to expect
San Francisco is bracing for what officials warn could be the worst traffic congestion the city has seen in decades as a major section of the Bayshore Freeway prepares to shut down for the entire weekend.
San Francisco is bracing for what officials warn could be the worst traffic congestion the city has seen in decades as a major section of the Bayshore Freeway prepares to shut down for the entire weekend.
Take 2: April 17, 2026
Take 2: April 17, 2026
Take 2: April 17, 2026
1 killed in San Jose multi-car wreck
One person died in a multi-vehicle crash Friday morning near Lucretia Avenue and Story Road in San Jose.
One person died in a multi-vehicle crash Friday morning near Lucretia Avenue and Story Road in San Jose.
Changes coming after Roblox agrees to pay $10 million over child safety concerns
Popular gaming platform, Roblox, has reached a settlement in a battle over online child safety that has ended in a multimillion-dollar agreement, with Roblox committing to changes across the platform after reaching a $10 million settlement with the state of Nevada.
Popular gaming platform, Roblox, has reached a settlement in a battle over online child safety that has ended in a multimillion-dollar agreement, with Roblox committing to changes across the platform after reaching a $10 million settlement with the state of Nevada.
Kia and Genesis recall 235K cars over fuel leak issues
Over 235,000 Kia and Genesis vehicles have been recalled as fuel system defects raise fire risks. Here's what to know.
Over 235,000 Kia and Genesis vehicles have been recalled as fuel system defects raise fire risks. Here's what to know.
'Made a mistake:' Philz Coffee backtracks, will now keep Pride flags up
The Pride flags at Philz Coffee are staying up, the company announced Friday. The decision came after a lot of backlash.
The Pride flags at Philz Coffee are staying up, the company announced Friday. The decision came after a lot of backlash.
Children’s toy sold on Amazon recalled over choking hazard
A child toy set that was sold on Amazon has been recalled because of a risk of serious injury or death from choking.
A child toy set that was sold on Amazon has been recalled because of a risk of serious injury or death from choking.
Federal prosecutors still deciding on death penalty for Vance Boelter
The man accused of shooting Minnesota lawmakers appeared in federal court Friday morning as prosecutors are still considering whether to pursue the death penalty.
The man accused of shooting Minnesota lawmakers appeared in federal court Friday morning as prosecutors are still considering whether to pursue the death penalty.
'Car-tastrophe': Avoid the Bay Bridge at all costs this weekend
The department "strongly urged" motorists to avoid the stretch of freeway as the work is completed, and advised travelers to consider public transportation.
The department "strongly urged" motorists to avoid the stretch of freeway as the work is completed, and advised travelers to consider public transportation.
The Waco siege: A timeline of the 51-day confrontation between federal agents and the Branch Davidians
The 1993 Waco siege was a 51-day armed standoff between U.S. federal agents and the Branch Davidians, near Waco, Texas. Following a deadly February 28 ATF raid, the FBI began a siege that ended in a fire on April 19, killing 76 people inside.
The 1993 Waco siege was a 51-day armed standoff between U.S. federal agents and the Branch Davidians, near Waco, Texas. Following a deadly February 28 ATF raid, the FBI began a siege that ended in a fire on April 19, killing 76 people inside.
Saving Sequoia trees from wildfires
A new report outlines critical steps to save California's redwoods and prevent a repeat of the 2020-2021 wildfires, which destroyed 20% of the world’s giant sequoias.
A new report outlines critical steps to save California's redwoods and prevent a repeat of the 2020-2021 wildfires, which destroyed 20% of the world’s giant sequoias.
Iran latest: Strait of Hormuz 'completely open' says Iran foreign minister
Iran foreign minister announced the Strait of Hormuz is 'completely open' a day after the announcement of the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
Iran foreign minister announced the Strait of Hormuz is 'completely open' a day after the announcement of the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect April 20 in Florida — See what other states have bans
Florida is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states.
Florida is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states.
Oakland Ice Center mural honors Olympic skaters Alysa Liu, Kristi Yamaguchi
A new mural featuring Olympic figure skaters Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi was recently completed at the Oakland Ice Center, the training grounds for both athletes.
A new mural featuring Olympic figure skaters Alysa Liu and Kristi Yamaguchi was recently completed at the Oakland Ice Center, the training grounds for both athletes.
Former Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell sworn in as Fremont’s top cop
The city of Fremont officially swore in its new police chief on Thursday, welcoming a familiar face to lead the department.
The city of Fremont officially swore in its new police chief on Thursday, welcoming a familiar face to lead the department.
Berkeley paraclimber racing against time, vision loss ahead of World Cup
A world-class paraclimber from Berkeley is preparing for the international stage, competing not only against the best athletes in the world but against a rare condition that is slowly taking his sight.
A world-class paraclimber from Berkeley is preparing for the international stage, competing not only against the best athletes in the world but against a rare condition that is slowly taking his sight.
Europe's worst energy crisis coming our way
The International Energy Agency delivered this ominous message: in six weeks, Europe will be out of jet fuel. San Francisco Airport, which has many flights to and from Europe that could be reduced or outright canceled. This politically driven economic disease is sure to spread worldwide.
The International Energy Agency delivered this ominous message: in six weeks, Europe will be out of jet fuel. San Francisco Airport, which has many flights to and from Europe that could be reduced or outright canceled. This politically driven economic disease is sure to spread worldwide.
Sea lion pup rescued in San Francisco's Outer Sunset, now under veterinary care
A wayward sea lion pup was found early Thursday morning by police in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood.
A wayward sea lion pup was found early Thursday morning by police in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood.
Corvette fakes pumping gas mid-police chase, crashes into tree near Torrance
A high-speed police chase is underway involving a neon green Corvette in Los Angeles County.
A high-speed police chase is underway involving a neon green Corvette in Los Angeles County.