Prop. 50, gerrymandering and the 2026 mid-term elections

California's Proposition 50 on the Nov. 4 special election ballot has put the state at the center of the nationwide battle over redistricting and gerrymandering to control the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026.

Animal rights activist convicted for stealing four chickens, faces five years

A Sonoma County jury on Wednesday, following seven weeks of trial, convicted an animal rights activist of felony conspiracy, two misdemeanor counts of trespassing, and tampering with a vehicle.

Bicyclist severely injured in hit-and-run crash in Oakland

The family of a bicyclist hit by a car in East Oakland on Friday is asking the community for help finding the driver who fled the scene.

Cooler Thursday forecast
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Wednesday was the warmest day of the week! Low clouds should resurface near the coast and bay Thursday morning. Partly sunny skies are expected later in the day. Highs should range from the low 60s to the mid 70s. Temperatures should rebound in the Halloween forecast.

San Francisco to provide food assistance to help SNAP recipients

San Francisco is stepping in to make sure people who receive SNAP benefits get enough to eat as the program is about to lapse for the first time in history because of the government shutdown.

Who was Roger Casement? Irish diplomat, historical figure honored in SF Castro

It was a commemoration nearly 10 years in the making. The tribute to honor Irish diplomat and human rights activist, Roger Casement, along the Rainbow Honor Walk was held in San Francisco's Castro District this week. 

South Bay authorities, community groups warn of human trafficking risk during Super Bowl

At a conference sponsored by the Valley Transportation Agency, South Bay community groups and law enforcement warned of the risk of human trafficking that comes with large events -- like next year's Super Bowl.

Vice President Vance, Erika Kirk speak at Turning Point USA event at Ole Miss

Erika Kirk, Charlie Kirk’s wife, kicked off Turning Point USA’s “This Is the Turning Point" campus tour at the University of Mississippi and was joined by Vice President JD Vance.

3 monkeys still missing after truck crashes in Mississippi

A truck carrying 21 Rhesus macaques crashed on Interstate 59 in Mississippi, leading to several monkeys escaping and three remaining missing.

Bay Area Día de los Muertos festivities won't disappoint

Amid heightened uncertainty following last week’s threat of major immigration enforcement, several Bay Area cities have canceled or scaled back their Día de los Muertos festivities. Those moving forward say the celebrations are more important than ever — a chance to bring comfort, connection, and unity.

Federal Reserve issues 2nd rate cut of 2025

The Fed stayed course on its expected rate cut despite missing government data clouding the view of the economy amid the shutdown.

Millbrae police chief sleeps at headquarters and lives in Idaho; investigation requested

The president of the San Mateo County board of supervisors has called for an investigation into Millbrae's police chief, who has created a makeshift bedroom at police headquarters without the city's knowledge.