Plan for a sand quarry on sacred Native American land sparks culture clash
The battle is heating up over a controversial plan to locate a sand quarry on sacred Native American tribal land in Santa Clara County.
Danville cancels elections in unopposed races; analysts see disturbing trend
People often talk about the importance of voting, but what if there is only one choice on the ballot? That's what many local governments are facing as fewer and fewer people seem willing to run for office.
Concord 'happiest' city designation gleaned from analysis of smiling selfies
Online platforms often use data to rate cities for their livability, such as "most affordable," or "most family-friendly." But a surprising new study shows that people in Concord are the happiest. And the way it was determined is a glimpse into the future for us all.
New study shows bike lane on Richmond-San Rafael bridge is underused
Currently, a lane on the Richmond-San Rafael bridge is cordoned off for bicycle and pedestrian use, but new data points to this path being severely underused.
Desalination plant construction underway in Antioch as drought worsens
The city of Antioch sits right next to the largest source of fresh water in Northern California. But it's facing a water supply crisis because of changes to the Delta, both natural and man-made.
Bird flu outbreak has wildlife centers scrambling to isolate birds
California wildlife officials made an announcement on July 15 that sent shivers through the animal care community: there is a bird flu outbreak.
Water-free car wash a solution for permanent-drought future
On Sunday afternoon in Walnut Creek a benefit car wash was held that was missing one seemingly key ingredient: water.
Solano County college student receives posthumous diploma
A young woman in Solano County graduated from college two months after she died. Her mother says there's a life lesson in her story for all of us.
National ban on big cat ownership celebrated at Oakland Zoo
A nationwide ban on private big cat ownership passing in Congress is getting positive reception at the Oakland zoo, where staff received two rescue tigers just last month.
New law may offer relief for lower-income Californians with traffic ticket debts
No one likes getting a traffic ticket, and the fees attached to it can add up quickly. A new state law took effect on July 1st that can help those buried under a mountain of debt from traffic violations.
Threat of dry lightning puts Marin County volunteer fire lookouts on high alert
Fire agencies were on high alert Monday with forecasts of "dry lightning." In Marin County, that means a team of volunteer fire lookouts could be the difference between an unusual weather event and disaster.
Annual Berkeley Kite Festival canceled after 3-decade run
The organizer of the Berkeley Kite Festival canceled the event because the city more than tripled the permit fee.
Sale of Oakland housing complex to non-profit ends years-long rent strike
Tenants and housing activists are celebrating the end of one of the longest rent strikes in Oakland's history.
California Dream for All program boosts home ownership
As the ability to afford a home slips farther out of reach for many working people, California is using some of its budget surplus to help struggling home buyers with a new program that puts a down payment on the state's future.
Transgender community, supporters protest Dave Chappelle show in Santa Rosa
Transgender people and their allies are enraged over a decision to book Dave Chappelle, for four shows beginning Tuesday night, at the Luther Burbank Center in Santa Rosa.