Pedestrian dead, 2 others injured after CHP pursuit in Oakland: police

A pedestrian was killed and at least two others were injured following a California Highway Patrol pursuit in Oakland, police and a witness said, adding that the suspect involved was arrested.

Oakland residents sound off on eliminating 400 jobs, reducing police overtime

The Oakland City Council is taking steps to try to close a projected budget gap of more than $100 million for the next fiscal year. A town hall was held Wednesday night, with many residents expressing worry about potential cuts, amid ongoing concerns about crime and quality of life. 

Sisters of 19-year-old killed in San Jose hit-and-run want answers and justice

Family members of a 19-year-old hit-and-run victim in San Jose want answers and justice.  Police said it appears the driver deliberately hit Alejandro Alvarez on May 14. 

Warmer weather
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Today will be warmer, with highs reaching the mid 80s in Santa Rosa and Livermore.

50% of California homeowners are under insured

It turns out that what your homeowners insurance company told you was enough to replace your home is based on a big lie.

Warming begins
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Low clouds will resurface near the coast and bay Thursday morning. The clouds will clear back to near the shoreline later in the day. Our warming trend begins! Highs should range from the low 60s near the coast to the upper 80s inland. Friday will be the hottest day of the week. Heat Advisories have been posted for parts of the Bay Area.

Bicyclist killed in Petaluma after collision with vehicle

Officials with the Petaluma Police Department say a bicyclist was killed on Wednesday in a crash with a vehicle. 

Oakland removes speed bumps installed by residents

Residents say they are fed up with "massive" sideshows and the city's slow response to curtail the activities.

Todd and Julie Chrisley released from prison after Trump pardon

Todd and Julie Chrisley received full presidential pardons from Donald Trump, ending their prison sentences for tax and bank fraud convictions.

NAACP demands transparency from Oakland school district after superintendent’s ouster

The organization said in an open letter it was "deeply troubled" by the closed-door decision to remove the superintendent two years ahead of the end of her contract.

Bay Area rapper Ruby Ibarra announced as NPR Tiny Desk Contest winner

Since its inception over 15 years ago, NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series has taped over 1,100 performances that span a range of genres and sounds. Bay Area rapper and singer Ruby Ibarra is about to add her name to that pantheon.

Suspected arsonist arrested in SF's Richmond District

The arrest comes after a pair of fires at Lafayette Elementary School in the Outer Richmond left students with damaged equipment and many parents on edge.

Beloved SF business Japan Video & Media to close its doors after 40 years

Japan Video & Media, a San Francisco business that, over the last forty years, has become a Japantown institution, announced it will be closing its doors for good at the end of the month.

Man allegedly sexually assaults woman sleeping at home: SJPD

San Jose police on Wednesday announced the arrest of a man who they said broke into a sleeping woman's home and sexually assaulted her while muffling her cries. 

DA dismisses charges and $33M fine against Radius Recycling in Oakland

Operators of a metal crushing plant in West Oakland will not face criminal charges in connection to a large fire two years ago that hampered air quality.

California opens track-and-field finals to more girls after success of trans athlete, Trump threats

The governing board for California high school sports is changing its competition rules at this weekend’s state track-and-field championships to allow more girls to take part amid controversy over the participation of a trans student-athlete.

Cooler
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Today will be cooler with highs in the 60s and 70s.