California Supreme Court takes up Prop 22 case which could affect 1M gig workers
Dozens of ride-share and delivery drivers gathered on the steps of the California Supreme Court ahead of the oral arguments to possibly overturn Proposition 22.
Crime is falling in Oakland, but local business owners feel not much has changed
The numbers show Oakland crime is falling, but some local business owners say they aren't seeing the results just yet.
War of words rages between supporters, opponents over District Attorney Pamela Price recall
The temperature of the already heated debate over whether to recall Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price was turned up Tuesday ahead of an important vote by the Board of Supervisors.
Bay Area air travelers welcome new refund rules on canceled flights, lost luggage
With the summer travel season looming and with as more people take to the skies at Bay Area airports, new rules are aiming to help passengers fed up with delays, cancellations, lost luggage and hidden fees.
Mother of slain Pleasanton store guard continues fight for justice despite plea deal
The suspects in the killing of a Pleasanton Home Depot employee will see prison time, but his mother's mission for justice is not over yet.
Theft, vandalism of vintage street lights around Oakland's Lake Merritt raises safety concerns
Though the days are getting longer, it's getting darker around Lake Merritt in Oakland after almost a dozen light poles were stolen by vandals.
SF Sheriff says spike in violent incidents at county jails due to overcrowding
The San Francisco Sheriff on Tuesday blamed the recent spike of violence at the two SF county jails located in San Bruno and the city on overcrowded conditions.
Oakland "F--- Everyone" gang members accused of burglarizing dozens of businesses
A string of burglaries that targeted businesses across the state including a Walnut Creek Louis Vuitton store and a Concord Discount Cigarettes shop have all been linked to one small crew of alleged smash-and-grab thieves from Oakland.
San Jose to move forward with ordinance setting buffer zone between schools, encampments
The San Jose City Council unanimously decided to move forward with an ordinance that would create a buffer zone around schools to keep encampments further away.
Antioch mayor looks to increase sideshow enforcement after latest chaotic event
The mayor of Antioch on Wednesday promised to bring back a proposed city ordinance to crack down on sideshows after a massive event was broken up over the weekend.
Nurses at 3 Santa Clara County hospitals on strike as negotiations continue
Nurses at all three of Santa Clara County hospitals went on strike Tuesday and plan to be on the picket lines until Friday.
Sonoma County rescue crews practicing on rain-swelled Russian River
The Sonoma County Fire District is using the storm weather as an opportunity for some important rescue training.
Oakland residents comment on crime in the Hegenberger corridor as police presence increases
There was an increased police presence in Oakland's Hegenberger corridor on Wednesday as the city said it would redouble safety efforts in the area.
Santa Rosa Police Department reinstates Gang Crimes Team
After years of increasing gang violence in Santa Rosa, the police chief on Tuesday confirmed the department's Gang Crimes Team is being reinstated.
Audit gives Oakland a clear path to bring back "Ceasefire" program
As Oakland continues to try to figure out how to address crime in the city, a new audit shows how an earlier strategy that was once credited for bringing gun violence to a historic low should be reinstated.