Grassroots effort restores historic 91-year-old Petaluma neon sign
A grassroots community effort successfully restored Petaluma's historic 91-year-old "Baby Chicks" neon sign over the weekend.
A grassroots community effort successfully restored Petaluma's historic 91-year-old "Baby Chicks" neon sign over the weekend.
San Francisco supervisor working to bring more supermarkets to the city
San Francisco Supervisor Bilal Mahood is introducing the Affordable Groceries Act, a set of legislation and ballot measures aimed at turning vacant buildings into bustling supermarkets.
San Francisco Supervisor Bilal Mahood is introducing the Affordable Groceries Act, a set of legislation and ballot measures aimed at turning vacant buildings into bustling supermarkets.
The heat eases, but another weather hazard remains
Sneaker Wave Threat: The Beach Hazards Statement has been extended for all SF/Bay Area Pacific coastlines through 5 AM Thursday. Powerful southerly swells are creating random, massive waves that can surge high up the dry sand without warning. Late-Night Flooding: The Coastal Flood Advisory is active until 5:00 AM Wednesday for the SF coast. Keep vehicles away from low-lying coastal parking lots and frontages tonight, as tides will crest up to 2 feet above normal around midnight The weather ridge over the West Coast has peaked and a cooling trend begins tomorrow. 1. Updated High Tide Windows (Heading into Midweek) Astronomical factors and ocean swells are keeping late-night tides dangerously high, though water levels are beginning a very slow step-down from the weekend peak. Tonight (Late Tuesday Night / Wednesday Morning): Water levels will crest at 12:56 AM tonight, spiking a significant 1.7 feet above normal (hitting 7.5 feet) Expect saltwater flooding on low-lying bayshore and coastal roads. Tomorrow Night (Late Wednesday Night / Thursday Morning): The final peak of this cycle arrives at 1:51 AM Thursday, tracking at 1.2 feet above normal (7.1 feet) 2. Fog Schedule Tonight's Fog Timeline: The marine layer is holding steady at 1,100 to 1,500 feet.Expect another widespread blanketing of coastal areas and West San Francisco by Wednesday morning. 3. Temperature & Wind Wednesday (The Cooldown Begins): The upper-level high-pressure system begins breaking down tomorrow. While the coast will stay in the 60s under marine influence, inland locations will drop 2 to 5 degrees cooler than today, but still above average East Bay. Southwest breezy winds 10 - 20 mph. Enjoy your Wednesday!
Sneaker Wave Threat: The Beach Hazards Statement has been extended for all SF/Bay Area Pacific coastlines through 5 AM Thursday. Powerful southerly swells are creating random, massive waves that can surge high up the dry sand without warning. Late-Night Flooding: The Coastal Flood Advisory is active until 5:00 AM Wednesday for the SF coast. Keep vehicles away from low-lying coastal parking lots and frontages tonight, as tides will crest up to 2 feet above normal around midnight The weather ridge over the West Coast has peaked and a cooling trend begins tomorrow. 1. Updated High Tide Windows (Heading into Midweek) Astronomical factors and ocean swells are keeping late-night tides dangerously high, though water levels are beginning a very slow step-down from the weekend peak. Tonight (Late Tuesday Night / Wednesday Morning): Water levels will crest at 12:56 AM tonight, spiking a significant 1.7 feet above normal (hitting 7.5 feet) Expect saltwater flooding on low-lying bayshore and coastal roads. Tomorrow Night (Late Wednesday Night / Thursday Morning): The final peak of this cycle arrives at 1:51 AM Thursday, tracking at 1.2 feet above normal (7.1 feet) 2. Fog Schedule Tonight's Fog Timeline: The marine layer is holding steady at 1,100 to 1,500 feet.Expect another widespread blanketing of coastal areas and West San Francisco by Wednesday morning. 3. Temperature & Wind Wednesday (The Cooldown Begins): The upper-level high-pressure system begins breaking down tomorrow. While the coast will stay in the 60s under marine influence, inland locations will drop 2 to 5 degrees cooler than today, but still above average East Bay. Southwest breezy winds 10 - 20 mph. Enjoy your Wednesday!
Caught on camera: Sheriff’s Office drone records suspect shooting at it
What started as a search for a bear in a south Florida county ended in an arrest Saturday when a man allegedly fired multiple rounds from a BB gun at the drone deployed to assist.
What started as a search for a bear in a south Florida county ended in an arrest Saturday when a man allegedly fired multiple rounds from a BB gun at the drone deployed to assist.
Grand jury report on Oakland's substantial illegal dumping
Oakland has a significant illegal dumping problem across the streets, rising from 3.2 million pounds in 2015 to a staggering 20 million this year. The grand jury panel requests enforcement changes and bigger trash cans to minimize the dumping.
Oakland has a significant illegal dumping problem across the streets, rising from 3.2 million pounds in 2015 to a staggering 20 million this year. The grand jury panel requests enforcement changes and bigger trash cans to minimize the dumping.
New ranking shows America's best and worst run cities
Which U.S. cities get the most value from taxpayer dollars? A new study is ranking the nation’s best-run cities.
Which U.S. cities get the most value from taxpayer dollars? A new study is ranking the nation’s best-run cities.
E-40 co-owned lumpia restaurant hit by thieves in Oakland
A popular Oakland lumpia restaurant co-owned by Bay Area rap legend E-40 was burglarized over the weekend, forcing the business to scale back some operations.
A popular Oakland lumpia restaurant co-owned by Bay Area rap legend E-40 was burglarized over the weekend, forcing the business to scale back some operations.
Rapper Mystikal sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to rape: Reports
Rapper Mystikal has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to third-degree rape in Louisiana.
Rapper Mystikal has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to third-degree rape in Louisiana.
Missing dog rescued from 20-foot hole in Marin County
A dog that had been missing for three days was rescued after becoming trapped in a deep hole at a construction site in Marin County.
A dog that had been missing for three days was rescued after becoming trapped in a deep hole at a construction site in Marin County.
Oakland restaurant targeted by thieves
The Lumpia Company restaurant in Oakland were the targets of a burglary Sunday morning. The group of thieves took valuable equipment and merchandise, forcing the establishment to have to "scale back" on operations.
The Lumpia Company restaurant in Oakland were the targets of a burglary Sunday morning. The group of thieves took valuable equipment and merchandise, forcing the establishment to have to "scale back" on operations.
Hypothermia death following ICE release ruled as homicide
A woman seeking asylum in the U.S. who died from hypothermia days after her release from federal custody was ruled a homicide by a Pennsylvania county medical examiner's office.
A woman seeking asylum in the U.S. who died from hypothermia days after her release from federal custody was ruled a homicide by a Pennsylvania county medical examiner's office.
States with the most and least affordable homes for 2026
A new report has ranked all 50 states on housing affordability, revealing a new top state.
A new report has ranked all 50 states on housing affordability, revealing a new top state.
Two people rescued after being swept by the tide at Bonny Doon Beach
Two people were swept out to sea Wednesday afternoon on June 10 while they were sleeping. Cal Fire had eight rescue swimmers working together to retrieve the pair from the water.
Two people were swept out to sea Wednesday afternoon on June 10 while they were sleeping. Cal Fire had eight rescue swimmers working together to retrieve the pair from the water.
2 Fremont friends ID'd after being swept out to sea while sleeping
The coroner has identified two young Fremont women – both university students in the Bay Area – who died after they were swept out to sea in Santa Cruz County while sleeping on a sunny afternoon.
The coroner has identified two young Fremont women – both university students in the Bay Area – who died after they were swept out to sea in Santa Cruz County while sleeping on a sunny afternoon.
National Guard shooting suspect pleads not guilty, faces death penalty
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused in the fatal shooting of a National Guard member in Washington, D.C., pleaded not guilty Tuesday to new federal charges that make the case death penalty-eligible.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, accused in the fatal shooting of a National Guard member in Washington, D.C., pleaded not guilty Tuesday to new federal charges that make the case death penalty-eligible.
This Bay Area city approves new Costco gas station
Novato has approved the pathway for a new Costco gas station after a long-contested five-year debate.
Novato has approved the pathway for a new Costco gas station after a long-contested five-year debate.
Danone files lawsuit against Chobani over yogurt protein claims
Two of the leading producers of snack yogurt find themselves in a heated legal battle, going head-to-head over protein content.
Two of the leading producers of snack yogurt find themselves in a heated legal battle, going head-to-head over protein content.
World Cup fever hits Redwood City at La Maja Empanada
If you’re hosting a watch party, bring the taste of Argentina to the table. Think sizzling empanadas, chimichurri, and sweet dulce de leche desserts—perfect game-night fuel. La Maja Empanada in Redwood City, an Argentine restaurant brings that same match-day vibe straight to the Bay, with food built for sharing and celebrating every goal.
If you’re hosting a watch party, bring the taste of Argentina to the table. Think sizzling empanadas, chimichurri, and sweet dulce de leche desserts—perfect game-night fuel. La Maja Empanada in Redwood City, an Argentine restaurant brings that same match-day vibe straight to the Bay, with food built for sharing and celebrating every goal.
Why camping Is spiking this summer
From redwood forests to coastal bluffs and Sierra lakes, California offers more campgrounds than any other state, making it easier than ever for Bay Area travelers to plan quick, scenic weekend getaways. Kevin Long, CEO of The Dyrt, gives insight.
From redwood forests to coastal bluffs and Sierra lakes, California offers more campgrounds than any other state, making it easier than ever for Bay Area travelers to plan quick, scenic weekend getaways. Kevin Long, CEO of The Dyrt, gives insight.
San Leandro appoints interim top cop amid hit-and-run charge of current chief
The San Leandro city manager announced that she's appointed an interim police chief while the current chief, Angela Averiett, is on leave pending a misdemeanor hit-and-run charge filed against her by the Alameda County District Attorney.
The San Leandro city manager announced that she's appointed an interim police chief while the current chief, Angela Averiett, is on leave pending a misdemeanor hit-and-run charge filed against her by the Alameda County District Attorney.