Amy Klobuchar is running for Minnesota governor

U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has made it official, and is running for governor of Minnesota after Gov. Tim Walz dropped out of the race earlier this month.

Highway 101 commute hours shortened in Marin and Sonoma counties

It took only six months for driver frustration over expanded commute-hour lane restrictions, on a major commuter highway, to boil over, leading to a grass-roots movement to shorten them. 

Texas Democrats demand 5-year-old's release from ICE facility in Dilley

Three Texas Democrats visited the Dilley Detention Center demanding the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos. Liam and his father were taken into ICE custody in Minnesota last week.

Back to dry
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After parts of the Bay Area picked up some rain drops late Tuesday, it looks like we now heading back into a dry weather pattern. Fog will resurface in some of the inland valleys Thursday morning.  Partly to mostly sunny skies are expected later in the day.  Highs should range from the upper 50s to the upper 60s. We are tracking the slight chance of showers in the Sunday pm forecast.

San Jose Police dismantle "clandestine gaming establishment" operating in industrial park

San Jose Police say they executed a raid to dismantle an illegal gambling operation this morning. Dozens of officers descended on a warehouse space in the 1700 block of Monterey Road which they say was the site of a makeshift casino.

Hazmat team evacuates Vallejo Inn, substance tests positive as meth

An unidentified hazardous material was found at the Vallejo Inn on 444 Tennessee Street on Wednesday afternoon. After a hazmat team responded, it was later revealed that the substance tested positive for meth. The area had to be cleared while crews worked to secure the material. 

San Jose armed robbery suspect arrested after accomplice killed in police shootout

Authorities arrested a suspect in connection with multiple armed robberies allegedly committed with another man who was later fatally shot following a multi-county chase and shootout with police in San Jose.

Richmond’s rising changemaker: Elena Velazquez honored
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Contra Costa County recognizes Richmond native, Elena Velazquez, for her community efforts with the Youth Humanitarian Award.

Shirley Raines, 'Beauty 2 The Streetz' founder, dies at 58

Beauty 2 The Streetz founder and activist Shirley Raines, affectionately known as "Ms. Shirley," has died, leaving behind a profound legacy of advocacy for the homeless in Los Angeles and Nevada.

Charlie Kirk murder: Attorneys for suspect Tyler Robinson don't want video of murder introduced as evidence

Lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, are asking a Utah judge to block video of the fatal shooting from being introduced as evidence at a hearing scheduled for Feb. 3.

Viral video shows man stomped during chaotic gas station brawl as teen is arrested

An Arkansas teenager is behind bars and another man is in the hospital with serious injuries after video of a brutal fight at a local gas station went viral last weekend. 

Hundreds of East Bay students walkout over ICE

Students from several high schools across the East Bay walked out of class Wednesday morning to “forcefully express their opposition” to the U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.

Federal Reserve keeps rate unchanged in 1st meeting of 2026

The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged even as it's facing mounting pressure from President Trump to be lowered. Here's a look at what's ahead for the central bank in 2026.

Yale to offer free tuition to families making less than $200K a year

Yale announced it will offer free tuition to families making less than $200,000 and waive all expenses for those making under $100,000.

TV meteorologist among 2 killed in Idaho plane crash

A broadcast meteorologist from a local Idaho television station was among two men killed Tuesday morning when a small plane crashed.

California bill aims to prevent teachers, police from getting jobs if they worked for ICE

A Bay Area lawmaker has introduced a bill that would disqualify someone from being a teacher or police officer if they worked for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement under the Trump administration.

US population growth slowest since COVID-19 pandemic

The US population growth slowed significantly last year, and was at its lowest growth rate yet since the coronavirus and Spanish flu pandemics. Trump’s immigration crackdown contributed.

Musician & Vallejo native LaRussell to play Super Bowl Tailgate Concert
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The NFL announced this morning that LaRussell will perform at Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium, along with Teddy Swims at the pre-game Tailgate Concert.

Search for missing Mill Valley woman, 73

Search and rescue teams continued their efforts for a fourth day Wednesday in Mill Valley as authorities looked for a 73-year-old woman who has been missing since Sunday afternoon.