'Cop Santa Claus' takes suspected Christmas tree thieves into custody in bizarre police video
The American Canyon Police Department in Napa County released a video of recovered stolen Christmas trees and wreaths taken from a Safeway store. The bizarre video shows a strapped Santa Claus taking two Vallejo suspects into custody, set to music from the Dr. Seuss Classic, ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’.
The American Canyon Police Department in Napa County released a video of recovered stolen Christmas trees and wreaths taken from a Safeway store. The bizarre video shows a strapped Santa Claus taking two Vallejo suspects into custody, set to music from the Dr. Seuss Classic, ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’.
SFUSD getting back on financial track
Leadership at San Francisco Unified School District say they've taken an important step in reclaiming full control of the district's finances going forward.
Leadership at San Francisco Unified School District say they've taken an important step in reclaiming full control of the district's finances going forward.
Residents of Oakland waterfront complex upset by car break-ins
Week after week, night after night, burglars have been converging on an apartment complex along Oakland's waterfront to break into cars.
Week after week, night after night, burglars have been converging on an apartment complex along Oakland's waterfront to break into cars.
California candidates for governor square off in San Jose forum
Six of the ten announced candidates seeking to be the next Governor of California outlined views on affordability, housing and other key issues facing the state.
Six of the ten announced candidates seeking to be the next Governor of California outlined views on affordability, housing and other key issues facing the state.
Stabbing suspect identified by SFPD, booked for attempted murder
A 34-year-old man has been booked into the San Francisco County Jail for the attempted murder of a San Francisco General Hospital social worker at an HIV ward, police say.
A 34-year-old man has been booked into the San Francisco County Jail for the attempted murder of a San Francisco General Hospital social worker at an HIV ward, police say.
Florida valet at Disney World hotel allegedly found guest's checkbook, tried to cash in: affidavit
A valet employee assigned to a Walt Disney World Resort was recently arrested for allegedly finding a guest's checkbook and attempting to cash in, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
A valet employee assigned to a Walt Disney World Resort was recently arrested for allegedly finding a guest's checkbook and attempting to cash in, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
Officials seize vessel with $28M in cocaine off Miami Beach
Officials seized $28 million in illicit narcotics from a suspected drug smuggling vessel near Miami Beach. Here’s how officials uncovered over 3,700 pounds of hidden drugs.
Officials seized $28 million in illicit narcotics from a suspected drug smuggling vessel near Miami Beach. Here’s how officials uncovered over 3,700 pounds of hidden drugs.
These states are the most vulnerable for identity theft and fraud in 2025, data suggests
These states topped the list of most vulnerable to identity theft and fraud as complaints surge nationwide.
These states topped the list of most vulnerable to identity theft and fraud as complaints surge nationwide.
List: New California laws taking effect in 2026
The new laws signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom address issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, education, and immigration.
The new laws signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom address issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, education, and immigration.
FIFA World Cup draw revealed: Full list of matchups
A record 48 teams will take part in the FIFA World Cup tournament this summer. Here's a look at the matchups.
A record 48 teams will take part in the FIFA World Cup tournament this summer. Here's a look at the matchups.
Civil Orinda gang-rape case against Diddy, entourage appears to be falling apart
The Orinda-based civil gang-rape allegations lodged against Sean "Diddy" Combs appear to be falling apart – and now, allegations are being lobbed against the woman and her lawyer who filed the original suit, according to court documents filed in U.S. District Court in Northern California.
The Orinda-based civil gang-rape allegations lodged against Sean "Diddy" Combs appear to be falling apart – and now, allegations are being lobbed against the woman and her lawyer who filed the original suit, according to court documents filed in U.S. District Court in Northern California.
Cause of death for Claude, San Francisco's albino alligator, revealed
The death this week of Claude, the beloved albino alligator at the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park, was due to liver cancer, officials said Thursday.
The death this week of Claude, the beloved albino alligator at the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park, was due to liver cancer, officials said Thursday.
Cal State East Bay gets $50M from MacKenzie Scott
California State University, East Bay was given a $50 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, the university said in a statement Thursday.
California State University, East Bay was given a $50 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, the university said in a statement Thursday.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Draw: What time, how to watch & more
The eyes of the soccer world will turn to Washington, D.C. today as the city hosts the official draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event marks a major moment ahead of the largest World Cup in history, which will feature 48 teams playing 104 matches across three countries.
The eyes of the soccer world will turn to Washington, D.C. today as the city hosts the official draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event marks a major moment ahead of the largest World Cup in history, which will feature 48 teams playing 104 matches across three countries.
Burglary sparks 2 police chases, arrests in American Canyon
A North Bay construction site burglary led to two police pursuits early Thursday, ending with two suspects in custody and tens of thousands of dollars in stolen equipment recovered, authorities said.
A North Bay construction site burglary led to two police pursuits early Thursday, ending with two suspects in custody and tens of thousands of dollars in stolen equipment recovered, authorities said.
Morning fog, temps in 60s
Morning fog, temps in 60s.
Morning fog, temps in 60s.
Recalled Alameda County DA Pamela Price says she's running again; critics pounce
Pamela Price, who was recalled in 2024 as Alameda County's District Attorney, announced on Thursday that she's running again – and soon after she did that, critics jumped on her desire to come back to a position she was ousted from.
Pamela Price, who was recalled in 2024 as Alameda County's District Attorney, announced on Thursday that she's running again – and soon after she did that, critics jumped on her desire to come back to a position she was ousted from.
Bundle up Friday morning
Patchy fog and cold temperatures will top our weather headlines Friday morning. The coldest parts of the Bay Area will drop into the 30s. Partly sunny skies are expected later in the day. Highs should range from the upper 50s to the low 60s. Slightly warmer temperatures are expected this weekend. Our dry stretch continues.
Patchy fog and cold temperatures will top our weather headlines Friday morning. The coldest parts of the Bay Area will drop into the 30s. Partly sunny skies are expected later in the day. Highs should range from the upper 50s to the low 60s. Slightly warmer temperatures are expected this weekend. Our dry stretch continues.
Cautious Christmas shoppers out shopping with 20 days left
It looks like "tis the season to be shopping cautiously" thanks to worries about the economy, jobs, and inflation. Every night, until January 4th, San Rafael's free Holiday Light Spectacular picks up spirits at a time spirit picking up is needed,
It looks like "tis the season to be shopping cautiously" thanks to worries about the economy, jobs, and inflation. Every night, until January 4th, San Rafael's free Holiday Light Spectacular picks up spirits at a time spirit picking up is needed,
Man allegedly stabbed Livermore roommate to death; caught driving victim's car
Authorities have arrested a 30-year-old man on suspicion of stabbing his roommate to death in Livermore, police said.
Authorities have arrested a 30-year-old man on suspicion of stabbing his roommate to death in Livermore, police said.