Healing spaces: Hospital rooms transformed for families at Sutter CPMC once upon a room

Some families at Sutter’s CPMC hospital in San Francisco experienced a welcome change of scenery Thursday, as ordinary hospital rooms were transformed into colorful, personalized spaces designed to lift spirits.

Warmer forecast
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Your Friday forecast features sunny skies and warmer temperatures.  Highs should range from the mid 60s to the mid 70s.  Winds are expected to be strongest during the morning hours.  Gusts could approach 35 mph. Saturday should be the warmest day of the week.

Santa Clara gears up for World Cup with STEM fair and community events

With just under two months until the World Cup arrives at Levi’s Stadium, the city of Santa Clara is launching a massive effort to welcome both local residents and visitors. 

Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed a 10-day ceasefire

President Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire as pressure continues for Iran to agree to a deal.

Pepsi price cuts drive sales jump: What to know

PepsiCo’s decision to lower prices and cut artificial ingredients has paid off in the first quarter, boosting demand from shoppers.

Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons submits resignation letter to DHS secretary

Acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Todd Lyons, who presided over the agency amid President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, is planning to leave his post. Here's what to know.

Check your bill: California just released $520M in automatic utility credits

Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced $520 million in natural gas bill credits for Californians, with plans to shift electric credits to peak summer months.

Sister of missing Oakland woman holds on to hope Amy Hillyard is still alive in new video

The sister of Amy Hillyard, the Oakland coffee-shop owner who went missing more than three weeks ago, released a touching video this week about her sister's disappearance.

From blustery to brisk to beautiful!
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Winds will gradually relax overnight before increasing again Friday morning. Less wind in the afternooon with warmer temperatures and blue skies.

Grown-ups only: Iconic Bay Area theme park to host party for adults

An iconic Oakland institution known for its whimsical, storybook offerings for kids is set to kick off its 2026 grown-ups-only events later this month.

Man charged with murder in fatal SoMa hit-and-run after sidewalk dispute

A verbal dispute over a blocked sidewalk may have escalated into a deadly hit-and-run Monday afternoon in San Francisco’s South of Market neighborhood, according to prosecutors.

Man shot by ICE in California moved 'suddenly' to new jail: attorney

The man shot by ICE officers in California, and then charged with federal assault, has been "suddenly and unexpectedly" moved to a new jail, more than two hours away from his home, his attorney said Thursday. 

Former sheriff's deputy pleads "not guilty" to murder in fatal Esparto fireworks explosion

Six people indicted in connection with the deadly Esparto fireworks warehouse explosion returned to court on Thursday, where several relatives of the seven killed employees tearfully asked the judge for no bail. 

Justice Sotomayor issues apology over Kavanaugh comments

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor issued a public apology to Justice Brett Kavanaugh after making what she described as "inappropriate" comments in response to his opinion in a decision that lifted restrictions on immigration stops. 

California student takes on DHS after losing eye in protest

An 18-year-old USC student was struck in the eye by a less-than-lethal round while documenting a protest outside a federal detention center in Los Angeles.