Vegetation fire breaks out, burns 50 acres in hills above Benicia
A three-alarm vegetation fire broke out in the hills above Benicia in Solano County on Wednesday afternoon and quickly burned 50 acres. Ryan Yamamoto and Paul Heggen report. (7/13/22)
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A three-alarm vegetation fire broke out in the hills above Benicia in Solano County on Wednesday afternoon and quickly burned 50 acres. Ryan Yamamoto and Paul Heggen report. (7/13/22)
Fire crews rushed to control a vehicle fire near Geyser Peak Wednesday afternoon as wildfire season continues to gain steam.
A wildfire that has been threatening a grove of giant sequoias in Yosemite National Park appears to be burning away from the ancient trees Wednesday as crews struggled with containment.
Anne Makovec reports on continuing problems with smoke in Contra Costa County due to the smoldering Marsh Fire (7-12-2022)
Burning dangerously close to the famed Mariposa Grove, the Washburn Fire isn't just causing trouble on the ground, but in the skies as well.
The Washburn Fire in Yosemite has grown to more than 2700 acres and is now 22% contained. Andria Borba reports fire crews face another danger far above the flames.
A group of budding firefighters dubbed Crew 12 are proving to be an important buffer to prevent and stop fires in the East Bay.
Lauren Toms reports on Contra Costa Fire's elite strike team Crew 12 (7-11-2022)
Team coverage of the massive, still growing Washburn fire as crews cope with intense heat in Yosemite National Park (7-11-2022)
Blistering temperatures, low humidity, and heavy terrain have made it difficult for firefighters to gain control of the Washburn Fire.
About 400 firefighters from across the state are battling the Washburn Fire in Yosemite which is still at 0 percent containment and is still spreading. Team coverage from Mary Lee and Darren Peck. (7-10-22)
Meteorologist Darren Peck takes a closer look at the Washburn Fire threatening giant sequoias in Yosemite and air quality in Northern California. (7-10-22)
Authorities in the East Bay on Sunday instructed people to stop flying drones in the area of the Marsh Fire in Pittsburg due to air support that was being provided to fight the fire.
The Washburn Fire in Yosemite National Park has exploded in growth overnight, growing to over 1,800 acres as of Sunday morning.
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District issued an air quality advisory for Monday due to anticipated impacts from wildfire smoke produced by the Washburn Fire.
Team coverage of the Washburn Fire burning in Yosemite National Park (7-10-2022(
Crews furiously attacked a vegetation fire in Pittsburg Saturday after high winds re-ignited a blaze they had contained weeks ago. (7-9-22)
With drones now affordable and readily available at big box stores, officials say unauthorized drones flying in an emergency response zone have really become a problem in California.
The largest grove of giant sequoias in Yosemite National Park remained closed Saturday as firefighters battled a blaze that threatened the gathering of the iconic trees and forced hundreds of campers to evacuate.
Darren Peck reports on conditions in Yosemite as firefighters battle the Washburn Fire (7-9-2022)
The fast-growing Washburn Fire is burning unchecked near the southern entrance to Yosemite National Park. Anne Makovec reports. (7-8-22)
Darren Peck reports on wildfire burning in Yosemite National Park (7-8-2022)
A wildfire that started late Thursday morning has triggered evacuation orders outside of the North Lake Tahoe Area, according to Truckee police.
As monsoonal moisture brought rare thunderstorms to parts of California on Wednesday, firefighters and communities across the Bay Area were on heightened alert.
Andrew Haubner reports on progress crews are making in the battle to contain the Electra Fire (7-6-2022)
A growing number of faith-based coworking spaces are emerging in Silicon Valley as some in the tech industry grapple with rapid advances in artificial intelligence.
A man was being sought as the suspect in a double shooting in Bay Point that left one person dead and another injured early Friday morning.
Anticipating large turnout and security concerns, San Jose officials moved watch parties for Sunday's World Cup matches from San Pedro Square to two larger venues.
The Golden Gate Bridge will be closed for several hours on July 4, as fireworks will be launched from the span for the country's 250th birthday.
A father from Central California who was convicted in a DUI crash that paralyzed his son has been sentenced to state prison, prosecutors said.
A growing number of faith-based coworking spaces are emerging in Silicon Valley as some in the tech industry grapple with rapid advances in artificial intelligence.
A man was being sought as the suspect in a double shooting in Bay Point that left one person dead and another injured early Friday morning.
Anticipating large turnout and security concerns, San Jose officials moved watch parties for Sunday's World Cup matches from San Pedro Square to two larger venues.
The Golden Gate Bridge will be closed for several hours on July 4, as fireworks will be launched from the span for the country's 250th birthday.
A father from Central California who was convicted in a DUI crash that paralyzed his son has been sentenced to state prison, prosecutors said.
The Golden Gate Bridge will be closed for several hours on July 4, as fireworks will be launched from the span for the country's 250th birthday.
A driver died Thursday evening after reportedly overturning multiple times and being ejected from the vehicle in Millbrae, authorities said.
In 1776, as the Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence on the East Coast, an epic journey reached its final destination on the West Coast.
Seven people who blocked traffic on San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge in 2024 to protest Israel's war in Gaza were convicted of misdemeanor charges on Thursday, but avoided a felony conviction.
A wayward sea lion that was found wandering in San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood earlier this year has been released back into the wild, officials said.
A man was being sought as the suspect in a double shooting in Bay Point that left one person dead and another injured early Friday morning.
Two people were hospitalized following a shooting late Thursday night in Oakland, police said.
Just days before Antioch's biggest Fourth of July celebration, a group of protesters experiencing homelessness say they're being cleared out of the area to make room for the holiday crowds.
Five suspects were arrested days after a smash-and-grab jewelry store robbery at Concord's Sun Valley Mall over the weekend, police announced on Thursday.
Officials in the East Bay said several roads in the area of Grizzly Peak in the Oakland Hills will be closed during the July 4 holiday, amid concerns about wildfires.
A growing number of faith-based coworking spaces are emerging in Silicon Valley as some in the tech industry grapple with rapid advances in artificial intelligence.
Anticipating large turnout and security concerns, San Jose officials moved watch parties for Sunday's World Cup matches from San Pedro Square to two larger venues.
A father from Central California who was convicted in a DUI crash that paralyzed his son has been sentenced to state prison, prosecutors said.
Despite earlier backlash over high ticket prices at the 2026 World Cup, FIFA officials said more than 400,000 attended the six matches held in the San Francisco Bay Area, with the stadium in Santa Clara being nearly 100% sold out.
Officials in Santa Clara County said they are moving to fire four social workers linked to the case of "Baby Jaxon", who authorities said was sexually assaulted and murdered by his foster brother.
Some North Bay cities and businesses are hoping to cash in on the closure and are preparing for more people to join local celebrations.
Petaluma police arrested two people on illegal fireworks-related charges in as many days ahead of the July 4th holiday.
A furry case of mistaken identity occurred this week after a Sonoma County resident discovered what they thought was a baby otter in their backyard.
The company says its plan is misunderstood. They say they are offering new "edge computing" communications equipment which is more resilient during emergencies, a landing site for future aerial medical vehicles, and, yes, more parking.
A wildfire was burning in a remote area in Napa County near the Lake County line on Monday and fire crews were using multiple aircraft to try and contain the fire.
Anticipating large turnout and security concerns, San Jose officials moved watch parties for Sunday's World Cup matches from San Pedro Square to two larger venues.
Despite earlier backlash over high ticket prices at the 2026 World Cup, FIFA officials said more than 400,000 attended the six matches held in the San Francisco Bay Area, with the stadium in Santa Clara being nearly 100% sold out.
Ticket reseller StubHub abruptly canceled customers' tickets to World Cup matches, costing them thousands of dollars, a lawsuit alleges.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Whatever the outcome on the field, fans said the day was about more than soccer. It was about reunions, strangers, friends, and families coming together for the World Cup experience.
A man was being sought as the suspect in a double shooting in Bay Point that left one person dead and another injured early Friday morning.
A father from Central California who was convicted in a DUI crash that paralyzed his son has been sentenced to state prison, prosecutors said.
Two people were hospitalized following a shooting late Thursday night in Oakland, police said.
Five suspects were arrested days after a smash-and-grab jewelry store robbery at Concord's Sun Valley Mall over the weekend, police announced on Thursday.
Petaluma police arrested two people on illegal fireworks-related charges in as many days ahead of the July 4th holiday.
A growing number of faith-based coworking spaces are emerging in Silicon Valley as some in the tech industry grapple with rapid advances in artificial intelligence.
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
The company says its plan is misunderstood. They say they are offering new "edge computing" communications equipment which is more resilient during emergencies, a landing site for future aerial medical vehicles, and, yes, more parking.
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The most advanced artificial intelligence models are improving quickly enough to outsmart prevailing cybersecurity know-how within months, the Five Eyes spy agency alliance is warning.
A norovirus outbreak aboard a Princess cruise ship sickened 125 passengers and crew members during a voyage in the North Pacific that ended on Thursday.
A Bay Area cancer patient is making more memories and living longer than his initial diagnosis thanks to a groundbreaking treatment for his particularly aggressive form of brain cancer.
Health officials in the San Francisco Bay Area issued a warning about a potential measles exposure after an infected resident traveled through San Francisco International Airport and local businesses.
Health officials in Berkeley said one person died and another person was hospitalized after contracting leptospirosis from rats that had infested their RV.
Grocery sales at two Target stores in San Jose were halted over the past week, after health inspectors found evidence of rodent infestations.
President Trump hasn't committed to a firm number of people who will receive clemency — he's scheduled to have a meeting on pardons Friday afternoon, sources said.
Tuesday's Board meeting began with an admission by the sheriff's office that 140 unauthorized searches of the Flock license plate camera data occurred in the past year.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law designating May 17 as Bruce Lee Day, honoring the legacy of the San Francisco-born actor and martial arts icon.
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will remain in effect until it expires in 2036, unless the countries strike another deal to extend it.
Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said "the Constitution is not a suggestion" and that "the Second Amendment is a sacred right belonging to all Americans."
LGBTQ+ communities have significantly higher rates of unemployment than the general population. Kelsi Thorud reports on how the City of Oakland is empowering LGBTQ+ job seekers during Pride Month.
The fallout over the opposition by a handful of San Francisco Giants players against the team's Pride Night celebrations has prompted an investigation of Major League Baseball by the Trump administration.
Major League Baseball has warned players about writing on their uniforms after San Francisco starter Landen Roupp and two other pitchers added Bible verses to their Pride Night caps on Friday night.
Many LGBTQ+ Pride events across the country have had to scale back or even cancel due to political and financial reasons. San Francisco was on the brink. Kara St. Cyr reports.
In one of the most competitive real estate markets in America, a San Francisco real estate agent dons fabulous drag to help promote homes for sale. Itay Hod reports.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Ticket reseller StubHub abruptly canceled customers' tickets to World Cup matches, costing them thousands of dollars, a lawsuit alleges.
Here is a rundown of confirmed 2026 July 4th fireworks shows, drone shows, and other events in the San Francisco Bay Area for the United States' 250th anniversary.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law designating May 17 as Bruce Lee Day, honoring the legacy of the San Francisco-born actor and martial arts icon.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
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A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
As people work to integrate artificial intelligence into their lives, polling shows more young professionals are turning to religion to help navigate changes. Kenny Choi reports.
With big crowds expected to gather at different viewing spots along San Francsico Bay for the big Fourth of July fireworks show on the Golden Gate Bridge, the U.S. Coast Guard has been hard at work to keep everyone safe. Drew Andre reports.
Safety concerns prompted the city of San Jose to move Sunday's World Cup watch party in San Pedro Square to the SAP Center and Discovery Meadow. Maddie White reports.
The nation's 250th anniversary comes as new data shows that patriotism in the U.S. is at a 25-year low. Kara St. Cyr looks into what may be driving that.
Meteorologist Darren Peck describes how the marine layer hanging around at the coast will affect Bay Area fireworks shows.
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