Multiple-Car, Fatal Crash Stalls Commute on Southbound I-680
A person died after their car sideswiped a big-rig, crashed and was struck by a pickup truck early Friday morning on southbound Interstate 680 in Pleasanton
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DA Charges San Jose Police Officer For Punching Woman During Road Rage Incident
Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office charged a San Jose police officer with felony assault this week for allegedly punching a woman in the face during a road rage incident on Interstate Highway 680 months ago.
UPDATE: All Lanes Reopen on I-680 Following Fatal Crash
A 50-year-old woman died early Sunday and another person suffered major injuries in a wrong-way crash on Interstate Highway 680, the California Highway Patrol said.
CHP Searching For Hit-And-Run Driver Who Killed Pedestrian in San Jose
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) requested the public's help Tuesday in locating the driver who hit and killed a pedestrian on I-680 near San Jose before driving off the previous night.
New Express Lane on SB I-680 Requires Toll For Use
Starting Friday, riders can use a new 11-mile express lane on southbound Interstate Highway 680 from Martinez to Walnut Creek if they pay a toll.
Woman Shot While Driving Along Highway 24 in Walnut Creek
CHP officers in the East Bay on Wednesday are investigating a freeway shooting on Highway 24 in Walnut Creek that injured a female driver, according to authorities.
Firefighters Knock Down 2-Alarm Fire at Walnut Creek Senior Facility; Explosions Reported
Firefighters in Walnut Creek have knocked down a two-alarm fire at a senior facility in the Castle Hill neighborhood Thursday afternoon, according to authorities.
Woman Fatally Struck By Vehicle On I-680 In Walnut Creek Monday Night Identified
A woman fatally struck by a vehicle on Interstate Highway 680 in Walnut Creek late Monday night has been identified by the Contra Costa County coroner's office as 42-year-old Lafayette resident Rebecca Pulling.
UPDATE: San Jose Police Investigation Closes Stretch Of Northbound Hwy 101 For Over Two Hours
Authorities in the South Bay on Monday afternoon closed northbound lanes of US-101 in San Jose between the I-280/I-680 connector ramp and Alum Rock for a police investigation for over two hours.
Modesto Man Identified As Motorcyclist Killed In I-680 Crash Tuesday
A Modesto man died in a motorcycle crash Tuesday morning on northbound Interstate Highway 680 in rural Alameda County, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Coroner Identifies 3 Killed In Fiery Fatal Crash Off I-680 In Walnut Creek Last Week
The Contra Costa County coroner's office has identified two 18-year-old women and a 47-year-old man who died in a crash off of Interstate Highway 680 in Walnut Creek last week.
Southbound I-680 North Of Pleasanton Reopens After Tanker Truck Cleared
A planned shut down of southbound I-680 Wednesday afternoon so crews could remove a tanker truck that went through a guardrail and off road after an early morning collision has been completed, according to authorities.
Motorcyclist Killed In Crash On I-680 In Danville After Fall
The California Highway Patrol said that a motorcyclist was killed Sunday when, after he laid his motorcycle down in the northbound lanes of Interstate Highway 680, he was hit by another vehicle in the middle of the freeway.
Southbound Lanes Of I-680 In Fairfield Reopen Following Brush Fire
A brush fire burning along I-680 in Fairfield has been controlled, allowing CHP to reopen southbound lanes after an almost 45-minute closure.
Crews Battling 183-Acre Grass Fire Near I-680 Between Fairfield And Benicia
Firefighters are halfway toward containing a 183-acre vegetation fire in unincorporated Solano County Wednesday afternoon, Cal Fire officials said.
Injury Accident Snarls Traffic On Northbound I-680 At Sunol Grade
An injury crash on northbound I-680 at the Sunol Grade in Alameda County has created a massive traffic jam Friday night, according to authorities.
1 Injured In 2-Vehicle Crash Near Sunol That Closed A Lane Of I-680
One person was injured Sunday night in a two-vehicle accident near Sunol in unincorporated Alameda County in which an SUV ended up on its roof blocking a lane of I-680, the CHP said.
CHP Says Recent South Bay Freeway Shootings Appear Unrelated
Arthur DeLeon happened to be at a San Jose 7-11 store as a mom and her young daughter pulled into the parking lot moments after someone shot at them, hitting their car Tuesday night.
Girl Injured In Shooting On I-680 In San Jose; 3rd South Bay Freeway Shooting In 2 Days
The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating a freeway shooting that occurred on southbound Interstate Highway 680 and King Road, according to officials.
Driver Killed After Tree Topples, Smashes Into Car On Interstate 680 In Danville
A woman was killed early Monday morning after a tree toppled onto Interstate Highway 680 in Danville and crashed into a passing automobile, authorities said.
3 Injured In Multi-Vehicle Collision On Southbound I-680 In Fremont
One person suffered major injuries and two suffered moderate injuries in a crash this afternoon on Interstate Highway 680 in Fremont, California Highway Patrol officials said.
I-680 Connector To Hwy 101 In San Jose Reopens After Jumper Talked Down
The California Highway Patrol has reopened the overpass connecting southbound Interstate Highway 680 and U.S. Highway 101 after a pedestrian threatening to jump was talked down from the ledge.
Southbound I-680 Lanes In Danville Reopen After Injury Collision
All lanes have reopened Thursday afternoon on southbound Interstate Highway 680 in Danville after an injury collision, California Highway Patrol officials said.
Big-Rig Driver Killed After Driving Off I-680 In San Ramon
CHP officials said a heavily traveled road in San Ramon is open again Sunday evening following a crash that killed a big-rig driver when the big-rig went off a highway and into a tree.
Multi-Car Crash Closes 3 Lanes Of Northbound I-680 In Alamo
A multi-car collision Thursday morning blocked all but one lane of northbound Interstate Highway 680 in unincorporated Contra Costa County in Alamo for over an hour, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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Police, adults, youth in San Francisco's Hunters Point bond on softball field
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Buying or selling in this real estate market? One South Bay woman is doing both
In the rough-and-tumble Bay Area real estate market, buying or selling a home is already tough enough. One woman is attempting both at the same time.
Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act, sealing major victory for domestic agenda
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Oakland A's cut fan favorite Stephen Piscotty to make way for rookie prospect
The Oakland Athletics released veteran outfielder Stephen Piscotty on Tuesday and cleared way for top prospect Shea Langeliers to gain key experience down the stretch for the last-place team in the AL West.
Cache of illegal weapons, drugs allegedly found at home of Pittsburg shoplifting suspect
Investigators in Pittsburg found an arsenal of illegal guns and drugs at home of a suspected shoplifter.
Cooling centers open in parts of the Bay Area Tuesday
High heat advisories and excessive heat warnings will be in effect for inland parts of the Bay Area Tuesday, prompting some local agencies to set up cooling centers to help residents beat the heat.
Los Bueyes Fire burns at least 261 acres in Monterey County at Fort Hunter Liggett
A wildfire was burning on the grounds of Fort Hunter Liggett army base in Monterey County Thursday.
New school year brings new challenges as many lag behind from COVID
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Monkey business behind 911 call from San Luis Obispo County zoo
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Hot weather prompts state ISO to issue Flex Alert for Wednesday
Hot weather and high energy demand in California has prompted a statewide Flex Alert for Wednesday afternoon and evening, according to officials.
Oakland man arrested for injuring ticket agents during Vegas airport scuffle
Two airline ticket agents were hurt when a 33-year-old Bay Area man breached security at a busy Las Vegas airport on Sunday, sparking panic among commercial travelers, flight delays and cancellations
Fairfield residents wilt under blistering 107 degree heat
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Ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes left bloodied by Marin Highlands coyote attack
Well known Bay Area ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes says he's recovering from a coyote attack while he was running in the Marin Highlands.
Woman assaulted while walking along Geary Blvd. in San Francisco
A woman walking along Geary Boulevard in San Francisco's Richmond District was assaulted in a random attack, police said Tuesday.
Fire burns home in San Francisco Excelsior District
A fire burned at a home in San Francisco's Excelsior District Tuesday afternoon, the fire department said.
New study identifies segregated neighborhoods throughout Bay Area
A new report by the Bay Area Equity Atlas says 10 percent of the region's census tracts are segregated "areas of white wealth."
Bay Area heat: triple-digit temps, smoke impacts air quality, t-storms possible
Bay Area temperatures soared into triple digits Tuesday afternoon as a short-lived blast of hot air descended on the region.
BART to provide 50% discount on all fares using Clipper for September anniversary
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Police, adults, youth in San Francisco's Hunters Point bond on softball field
Officers were at Gilman Playground in San Francisco's Hunters Point neighborhood on a different kind of call on Tuesday. They were there to support and participate in a new program, "Batter Up, Guns Down."
Buying or selling in this real estate market? One South Bay woman is doing both
In the rough-and-tumble Bay Area real estate market, buying or selling a home is already tough enough. One woman is attempting both at the same time.
Cache of illegal weapons, drugs allegedly found at home of Pittsburg shoplifting suspect
Investigators in Pittsburg found an arsenal of illegal guns and drugs at home of a suspected shoplifter.
San Jose family's food truck business braves brutal heat conditions
As the Bay Area baked in the hot, summer sun Tuesday, some residents were working hard out in the dangerous heat.
Mission artists struggle to find new workspace in pricey San Francisco
A group of Mission District artists is forced to leave their creative workspace because it is up for sale. They now are grappling with a real estate market better suited to moguls than artists..
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Police, adults, youth in San Francisco's Hunters Point bond on softball field
Officers were at Gilman Playground in San Francisco's Hunters Point neighborhood on a different kind of call on Tuesday. They were there to support and participate in a new program, "Batter Up, Guns Down."
Mission artists struggle to find new workspace in pricey San Francisco
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Woman assaulted while walking along Geary Blvd. in San Francisco
A woman walking along Geary Boulevard in San Francisco's Richmond District was assaulted in a random attack, police said Tuesday.
Fire burns home in San Francisco Excelsior District
A fire burned at a home in San Francisco's Excelsior District Tuesday afternoon, the fire department said.
2 guilty in deadly San Francisco 2019 Fillmore Heritage Center gang shooting
Two members of San Francisco's notorious Mac Block gang have been found guilty by a federal jury in the 2019 Fillmore Heritage Center shooting that left a man dead and several bystanders wounded.
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Cache of illegal weapons, drugs allegedly found at home of Pittsburg shoplifting suspect
Investigators in Pittsburg found an arsenal of illegal guns and drugs at home of a suspected shoplifter.
New school year brings new challenges as many lag behind from COVID
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Oakland man arrested for injuring ticket agents during Vegas airport scuffle
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New study identifies segregated neighborhoods throughout Bay Area
A new report by the Bay Area Equity Atlas says 10 percent of the region's census tracts are segregated "areas of white wealth."
Bay Area heat: triple-digit temps, smoke impacts air quality, t-storms possible
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Buying or selling in this real estate market? One South Bay woman is doing both
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San Jose family's food truck business braves brutal heat conditions
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Los Bueyes Fire burns at least 261 acres in Monterey County at Fort Hunter Liggett
A wildfire was burning on the grounds of Fort Hunter Liggett army base in Monterey County Thursday.
San Jose home at dangerous intersection has been rammed by cars '23 times'
A homeowner who has lived at the same intersection in East San Jose for decades says cars have crashed onto his property at least 23 times. After all this time, he's still waiting for help from local officials to try and make the street in front of him less dangerous.
Puppeteers lovingly bring the Lion King alive one performance at a time
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Ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes left bloodied by Marin Highlands coyote attack
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New study identifies segregated neighborhoods throughout Bay Area
A new report by the Bay Area Equity Atlas says 10 percent of the region's census tracts are segregated "areas of white wealth."
Driver may have suffered fatal medical emergency in Dixon I-80 crash
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Mill Valley man pleads guilty to turning garage into illegal gun factory
A Mill Valley man has pleaded guilty in federal court to converting his garage into a factory to manufacture illegal firearms and ghost guns.
Windsor hotel that housed the homeless during the pandemic reopens
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Oakland A's cut fan favorite Stephen Piscotty to make way for rookie prospect
The Oakland Athletics released veteran outfielder Stephen Piscotty on Tuesday and cleared way for top prospect Shea Langeliers to gain key experience down the stretch for the last-place team in the AL West.
Longoria, Cobb power San Francisco over MadBum, Diamondbacks, 6-1
Evan Longoria hit a two-run homer and Alex Cobb pitched six solid innings to lead the San Francisco Giants to a 6-1 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night.
Rangers win 3rd straight, top A's after Woodward firing, 2-1
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49ers safety Jimmie Ward sidelined with hamstring injury
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Report: Heated Warriors-Grizzlies rivalry headlines NBA's Christmas Day lineup
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Cache of illegal weapons, drugs allegedly found at home of Pittsburg shoplifting suspect
Investigators in Pittsburg found an arsenal of illegal guns and drugs at home of a suspected shoplifter.
Oakland man arrested for injuring ticket agents during Vegas airport scuffle
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Woman assaulted while walking along Geary Blvd. in San Francisco
A woman walking along Geary Boulevard in San Francisco's Richmond District was assaulted in a random attack, police said Tuesday.
2 guilty in deadly San Francisco 2019 Fillmore Heritage Center gang shooting
Two members of San Francisco's notorious Mac Block gang have been found guilty by a federal jury in the 2019 Fillmore Heritage Center shooting that left a man dead and several bystanders wounded.
Oakland teen, 2 juveniles arrested in brutal assault of 70-year-old Asian American woman
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Elon Musk sells $7B in Tesla shares ahead of court battle with Twitter
Elon Musk has sold nearly $7 billion worth of shares in Tesla as the billionaire gets his finances in order ahead of his court battle with Twitter.
Police obtain Facebook DMs between Nebraska teen, mom facing charges for abortion
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Ex-Twitter employee found guilty of spying for Saudi Arabia
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Online prices fall for the first time in two years
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San Jose State to offer 5 online undergrad degree programs in 2023
Starting next year, San Jose State University will offer students the ability to earn online degrees in five undergraduate majors.
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2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
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Laguna Honda resident discharges paused, facility closure pushed back to November
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CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
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Recall of coffee, milk, nutritional drinks made by Lyons Magnus expands
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Pfizer CEO tests positive for COVID-19, has mild symptoms
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Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act, sealing major victory for domestic agenda
"Let me say from the start, with this law, the American people won and the special interests lost," Mr. Biden told the crowd assembled at the White House.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
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Laguna Honda resident discharges paused, facility closure pushed back to November
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FBI, DHS warn of threats to law enforcement after Mar-a-Lago search
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Harris, Newsom appear in Oakland amid talk about future White House ambitions
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San Lorenzo Library combats hateful incident with Pride initiative
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Transgender community, supporters protest Dave Chappelle show in Santa Rosa
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Santa Clara County expands eligibility of monkeypox vaccine; supplies still limited
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LGBTQ+ activists demand better response to monkeypox outbreak
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Ezra Miller seeking treatment for "complex mental health issues"
"I want to apologize to everyone that I have alarmed and upset with my past behavior," Miller said.
Puppeteers lovingly bring the Lion King alive one performance at a time
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Funk legend George Clinton brings P-Funk farewell tour to the Bay Area
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'South Park' enjoys a silver anniversary of satire
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Heavy psych duos bring tandem tour to Bottom of the Hill
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Identity Thieves Earn Cyber Cash, Stick Victims With Tax Bill
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Ukrainians Seeking Shelter With Bay Area Families Face Closed Doors, Red Tape
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KPIX Special Report: San Francisco Tenderloin – A State of Emergency
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Unreal Estate Is Booming; Metaverse Adds Value to Virtual Worlds
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Scientists Work to Unravel Mysteries of How Anxiety, PTSD Affect Brain
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U.K. approves Moderna COVID vaccine that targets 2 variants
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San Jose family food truck business braves brutal heat conditions
As the Bay Area baked in the hot, summer sun Tuesday, some residents were working hard out in the dangerous heat. Mary Lee reports.
Santa Clara County home prices falling faster than any U.S. metro area
The home prices in Santa Clara County are dropping fast. In the two-month span from the beginning of June to the end of July, the median home price in the county dropped 5.1%, the biggest drop in any major U.S. market. Kiet Do reports.
Police, adults, youth in Bayview community connect on the softball field
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San Jose woman's nonprofit gives foster youth path to academic success
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Oakland man drives disaster preparedness message with educational program
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South Bay man leads nonprofit to provide affordable healthcare to thousands
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Peninsula woman receives national award for fighting childhood poverty globally
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Woman's nonprofit help provide space for fellow artists in SF Hunters Point
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Bay Area musician taking his Colombian musical roots to Hollywood
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