Trump reportedly ponders $5K baby bonus as US fertility rate remains near record low

The Trump administration is reportedly looking at ways to incentivize having a baby to increase the U.S. birth rate, which remains near a record low according to newly-released CDC data.

Firefighters make kids' day by hosing down bouncy slide

Firefighters in Lehigh Acres, Florida, went above and beyond the call of duty as they hosed down a bouncy slide for kids playing on it.

Californians among top 'distracted drivers,' study reveals

According to the study, California is home to cities like Riverside, San Diego, Anaheim, and Los Angeles—all ranking among the top five worst offenders for rapid acceleration, hard braking, and speeding.

SF Ballet's Frankenstein brings horror and heart to the stage

The San Francisco Ballet’s bold reimagining of Frankenstein blends gothic horror with striking choreography, pyrotechnics, and emotional depth. The encore runs April 26 through May 4.

Forensic scientists ID mutilated animal remains found at Fremont train station; skeptics remain

The decapitated and eviscerated remains of some kind of animal left on a park bench at the Centerville Train Station in Fremont has stumped authorities for the last week, leaving some to wonder whether some sort of satanic cult was involved. 

Youngest teen killed in Marin County crash was 'bright light'

The close family friends of a 14-year-old girl who was killed in a fiery crash in Marin County, along with three others, spoke out for the first time in an interview with KTVU. 

Wrong-way driver killed in Antioch in 4-car crash after chase with deputies

The California Highway Patrol is investigating what happened when a wrong-way driver was killed when they crashed into oncoming traffic in Antioch after being chased by Contra Costa County sheriff's deputies. 

Cooler, windy
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Today will be cooler and windy.

11-year-old injured in shooting, Suisun police say

Police say an 11-year-old was shot and injured in Suisun City on Tuesday. A suspect has not been taken into custody. 

Man charged with assault in San Francisco Castro Easter Sunday attack

A man suspected of an unprovoked attack in San Francisco's Castro this past Easter Sunday has been charged with assault, the city's district attorney's office says. 

Contra Costa County's $19-million EPA grant abruptly canceled by Trump administration

The Trump administration has abruptly canceled more than 100 EPA Community Change grants nationwide, including a $19.1 million grant to Contra Costa County for community projects that were already approved by the EPA in January.

San Francisco food truck opening pop-up shop thanks to downtown revitalization

A program that activates vacant spaces and storefronts in San Francisco is expanding this summer with a popular taco truck getting a pop-up brick and mortar space in the Union Square area.

Video shows rat dropping from ceiling of Union City high school

A parent shared cell phone video of the incident, showing the small critter walking on the ceiling, then losing its grip and falling to the floor below.

Shannon Sharpe calls $50 million rape lawsuit filed by ex-girlfriend 'a shakedown'

Shannon Sharpe is facing a $50 million lawsuit from his ex-girlfriend, "Jane Doe," who accuses him of rape and other offenses during their relationship.

No evidence of foul play after British Airways flight attendant found dead in SF

Authorities are investigating the death of a British Airways flight attendant who was found dead in his hotel room during a stopover in San Francisco.

Cooler week ahead
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Low clouds will resurface Wednesday morning. The clouds will gradually clear back to near the shoreline later in the day. Our cooling trend continues. Highs should range from the upper 50s to the upper 60s. Shower chances could be going up by Friday.

Elon Musk unveils plans to step back from DOGE but remain involved

Elon Musk says he’ll reduce his role in a federal jobs group and dedicate more time to Tesla following a 71% drop in profits. Tesla plans new products, including a cheaper Model Y and a driverless robotaxi service.

Counterfeit Hello Kitty, Pokémon toys seized at Port of SF: border patrol officials

Almost 7,600 pieces of counterfeit stuffed toys were seized at the Port of San Francisco by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers, the agency announced.