Berkeley homeless encampment cleared in surprise sweep
No notice was given that the sweep was coming and advocates said it's a reflection of the public's changing attitudes about the homeless.
"The Ireicho: Book of names" displayed at Berkeley WWII exhibit
The Berkeley Historical Society is confronting the city's troubled past when it comes to Japanese Americans with a special exhibit entitled "Roots, Removal and Resistance."
Downtown Oakland remains a "ghost town" on day of city's return-to-office mandate
It's only three days a week, but there didn't seem to be much response, with one of the employee unions, Local 21, saying that the matter has still not been fully negotiated.
SMART commuter train makes long-awaited arrival in town of Windsor
This weekend marked the long-awaited arrival of the SMART commuter train to the town of Windsor. The original purpose was to transport people to work, but people in the North Bay are also looking at it as a way to play.
Contra Costa fire captain explains how fire conditions vary across county
Contra Costa County has one of the most diverse land masses in the Bay Area. So, when things start heating up, it can present significantly different timelines when it comes to wildfire.
CIF issues ruling as trans athlete set to participate in state championship
The CIF announced Wednesday, if the athlete should make it to the finals, "a biological female student/athlete who would have earned the next qualifying mark will also be advanced to the finals."
Vote nears on California solar power bill that cuts compensation for rooftop systems
State lawmakers are getting closer to a vote on a bill that would, once again, change the way owners of rooftop solar power systems are compensated for the energy they add to the grid.
Large sailboat docked at Oakland estuary sinks; crews attempt salvage operation
Salvage crews on Monday were trying to refloat a large sailing ship that sank Sunday night while docked at the Oakland Estuary. The boat, part of an ocean cleanup project, is now presenting a cleanup problem of its own.
Livermore WWII airman shot down honored on Memorial Day weekend after returning home
As America honors its fallen warriors on Memorial Day, one WWII airman has been returned to his hometown of Livermore. His story is now known because of a family that refused to take missing for an answer.
Engine No. 9 returns to Mill Valley for Memorial Day Parade after century-long journey
When the Marin County town of Mill Valley hosts its Memorial Day Parade on Monday, it will feature a guest of honor more than 100 years old.
East Bay police increasing safety enforcement on student e-bike riders
On Wednesday, Dublin joined other nearby departments for an E-bike Safety Enforcement Day.
San Jose creating downtown entertainment zones to boost business
Now, during special permitted events, businesses in the entertainment zones will be able to use the streets and sidewalks for outdoor events.
New study casts doubt on BART's fare evasion focus
As a transit agency that relies heavily on fare collection, BART is focusing on preventing fare evasion. But a new study casts doubt on the effectiveness of stopping freeloaders to improve public safety on the trains.
Conservation group that protects Santa Cruz Mountains celebrates 125th anniversary
On Sunday, Sempervirens celebrated its 125th anniversary, as the group that invented the concept of the conservation land trust.
Firefighters from across the country get hands-on experience at annual training in Santa Rosa
As the weather warms up, the threat of fire increases. Over the weekend in Santa Rosa, firefighters from around the state gathered for an annual training event providing hands-on experience.