Confusing tax law impacting Camp Fire survivors corrected years later
In addition to the loss of homes, property and irreplaceable keepsakes, fire victims are also faced with navigating a frustrating government bureaucracy in their recovery effort.
Santa Cruz Wharf reopens for business as questions about its future remain
The Santa Cruz Wharf reopened on Saturday even as questions persist about the pier's future.
As 2025 begins, Walnut Creek gym members share New Year's resolutions
On the first day of a new year, Life Time gym in Walnut Creek was full of people imagining new possibilities for themselves.
Oakland church ceremony serves as annual reminder of gun violence victims
For 25 years, the church has placed the crosses front and center for all to see, a challenge to those who may want to look away from the tragic realities of the streets.
Despite Oakland's drop in violent crime, city still coping with rampant burglaries
It's been a turbulent year in the city of Oakland, but as the final crime numbers come out, there is cause for optimism despite the continuing issues some businesses are having with repeat break-ins.
Retired Santa Cruz Wharf supervisor says collapse never had to happened
A retired Santa Cruz Wharf supervisor said old steel fasteners had been loosening and the structure had been slowly breaking apart for years.
Bay Area counties ramp up outreach efforts after state-wide emergency over avian flu
Counties across the Bay Area are ramping up outreach efforts to inform the general public about actions they can take to keep themselves safe and prevent the avian flu from becoming something much worse.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency over bird flu
California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an emergency proclamation on Wednesday in response to growing concerns over bird flu cases in the state and across the country.
Some Bay Area residents still dealing with storm damage, power outages
On Monday, the Bay Area was still dealing with the aftermath of Saturday's winds and rainstorm, and in some places, the effects were a little more long-lasting.
Entertainment arcade at Stonestown Galleria in San Francisco draws large crowds
Amidst all the talk about the failing retail economy and large stores going out of business, the Stonestown Galleria in San Francisco has discovered the irresistible allure of individual competition, and its fortunes may be changing because of it.
Union Square businesses hope Winter Walk will help drive up foot traffic
For generations, a shopping trip to Union Square was a Christmas tradition. But with recent seismic shifts in the retail economy, they're having to find unique ways to attract people to the area.
New Berkeley housing project would replace beloved theater
For decades, Berkeley stood in the way of building more housing, and now, they're paying a price for it.
Group calls for Alameda County registrar of voters to be fired
The election may be over, but a political battle rages on in Alameda County, with a group of voters calling for the registrar of voters to be fired.
Interim Alameda County DA Royl Roberts discusses his plans for office
At her farewell press conference in November, Pamela Price expressed confidence in the ability of her second-in-command to lead the DA's office.
Black business owners gather in Oakland for small business pop-up event for local entrepreneurs
On Sunday in Oakland, a gathering of Black business owners highlighted the need for courage and imagination to make it in today's challenging economy.