Bay Bridge traffic a nightmare; PG&E electrical vault fires in San Francisco

Traffic on the Bay Bridge was a nightmare for Thursday morning commuters thanks to crashes on the San Mateo Bridge and a fire from several PG&E utility vaults in San Francisco's financial district.

Police clarify kratom warning after Ole Miss student deaths: What they're saying

Police investigating the deaths of two Ole Miss students are calling on state lawmakers to ban synthetic opioid compounds, and to distinguish them from “traditional botanical kratom.”

Upstart San Jose Sharks begin new season
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NIck Nollenberger, voice of the San Jose Barracuda, previewed the Sharks season beginning on Oct. 1 against the Florida Panthers. The San Jose Sharks recently named 20-year-old Macklin Celebrini as captain.

Actor and director Eriq La Salle releases his latest crime novel
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Eriq La Salle appeared on the hit show, 'ER.' But he is also an accomplished author, releasing a new crime thriller. He will also appear at Book Passage San Francisco at the Ferry Building, Friday October 2, with KTVU's Dave Clark.

Most Americans now blame Trump for high prices, poll finds

Public frustration with President Donald Trump is mounting as a new poll shows disapproval of his economic policies and handling of rising prices.

Lyft to pay $272.5M in California driver misclassification lawsuit

Lyft has agreed to pay $272.5 million – the largest wage-and-hour settlement in state history – to settle a suit alleging the rideshare company misclassified California drivers as independent contractors, denying them wage and workplace protections required under state law, plaintiffs and state officials announced on Thursday. 

3 Californians amend immigration lawsuits after 'No Kings Act' signed into law

California Gov. Gavin Newsom this week signed the "No Kings Act" into law, allowing people to file lawsuits against ICE and other federal agents. 

California Gov signs 'No Kings Act,' 3 people immediately sue ICE, DHS
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Hours after California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the "No Kings Act,"  three plaintiffs immediately filed court documents under the new law which allows people to bring civil lawsuits against federal ICE, DHS, and other workers for violating civil rights. One of the plaintiffs seen above in video provided by her attorney, says she was nine months pregnant when ICE showed up and handcuffed her. 

Summerlike pattern in October
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Looks like summer out there!  Dense fog will be a factor Thursday morning.  The clouds will clear back to near the shoreline.  Highs should range from the upper 60s to the mid 90s.  A Coastal Flood Advisory, due to high tide, is in effect until 5 pm Thursday. Plan on warmer temperatures this weekend.  The hottest areas will hit the upper 90s.

Tennessee unable to carry out Christa Gail Pike execution, witnesses say

Tennessee was not able to carry out the planned execution of a woman convicted in the 1995 killing of a classmate, according to media witnesses.

South Carolina mom accused of knife attack on young children; 6-year-old may lose arm: sheriff's office

A South Carolina boy’s call to his grandmother saying he was hungry led authorities to a home where investigators say his mother had stabbed him and his younger sibling dozens of times, leaving both children with severe injuries.

Cornell student assault allegations highlight NY voluntary intoxication loophole

New York lawmakers are renewing efforts to close a state legal loophole regarding voluntary intoxication and sexual consent following allegations involving a Cornell University fraternity.

Newsom signs new bills to protect sexual assault survivors and increase safety on college campuses

A new package of public safety bills signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday is geared toward protecting survivors of sexual assault and increasing safety on college campuses.

Former Delta pilot, Walnut Creek mom convicted of sexually abusing her daughter

A former Delta pilot and his ex-girlfriend have been convicted of sexually abusing the woman’s young daughter for years, Contra Costa County prosecutors said.

Heightened concern over Bay Area 'Kelvin' waves, impact on sea level
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Kelvin waves travel underwater and tend to occur during El Niño weather conditions. Chief Meteorologist Mark Tamayo explains how incoming 'Kelvin' waves may impact the Bay Area's coastline this winter.

The surprising link between allergies and suicide risk explained

Could high pollen mean more than sneezing? A study found suicide deaths rose during peak pollen periods, raising new questions about allergies and mental health.