San Francisco bars concerned about possible smoking ban on outdoor patios
Some business owners said they worry that if it goes through, it could have devastating impacts to an already struggling industry.
Person found fatally shot in Santa Clara neighborhood; house burns near shooting scene
A person was fatally shot in a Santa Clara neighborhood on Friday afternoon at a home doors away from another that later burned in a major fire, authorities said.
Sonoma County community uses sheep to reduce wildfire risk
In the North Bay, tractors have been commonly used to trim down dry brush, but grazing is now gaining popularity.
Officers recall rescue of Bordeaux, sea lion found on Google campus in Sunnyvale
While Irving the sea lion stole the spotlight earlier this month after he was found wandering the streets of San Francisco's Sunset District, he wasn't the only pup on the loose.
Dozens of Mountain View residents still without water
They've been without water since last Friday, when city officials notified residents that it was contaminated. Now, the city is telling them not to expect anything to change until at least Sunday.
19th Avenue closure in San Francisco expected to snarl Sunset District traffic all weekend
San Francisco drivers may soon experience even worse traffic than they did last weekend when a part of Interstate 80 shut down. This weekend, Highway 1 northbound from Sloat to Lincoln in the Sunset District will be closed starting Friday morning.
Oakland school community hoping to keep the same staff member on campus
Fellow teachers, students and parents rallied around Donna Jackson to keep her at La Escuelita. For the last five years, Jackson has considered La Escuelita her home away from home.
"Irving" the sea lion wanders into San Francisco's Outer Sunset neighborhood
A sea lion turned heads in San Francisco's Outer Sunset after wandering out of the ocean and onto a neighborhood street.
Palo Alto considering closing railroad crossing where students have died by suicide
After four Palo Alto High School students used railroad crossings to take their own lives in the last two years, a proposal was brought to city council to close the Churchill Avenue crossing, which is right next to the school.
Philz Coffee flag policy sparks backlash in San Francisco's Castro District
Philz Coffee's move to remove the Pride flag and all other flags from their stores is brewing up some strong reaction.
Oakland First Fridays back with focus on community
Oakland Blooms is the theme for this First Fridays event in Oakland. While there was a good crowd on Telegraph Avenue, some vendors, like Kai Smalls, said they noticed a difference after the fatal shooting in March.
Candidates running for Nancy Pelosi's seat make their pitch to voters at debate
Four candidates vying for the 11th Congressional seat made their best pitch to voters during a debate at Golden Gate Park.
San Francisco Giants fans welcomed back with opening night attractions
While fans came to see the game and some of the new players on the Giants roster, there was a lot more to see at Oracle Park. From the national anthem with a drone show and a flyover, to all the concessions at the ballpark.
SF Police Department reaches tentative deal with city for 14% raise over 4 years
The deal to offer a 14% raise over the next four years was unanimously approved by the San Francisco Police Board of Directors. It still needs the vote of rank and file, and the Board of Supervisors.
Dirt alley San Francisco couple unknowingly bought resells to artist
They had been trying to get the city to rescind the deal and get their money back with no luck. Then she heard from a potential buyer.