Regional: Hayward Man Gets 13 Years In Federal Prison For Drug Dealing
A Hayward man was given 13 years in federal prison this week for drug dealing, the U.S. Department of Justice said. Robert Godinez, 53, was convicted of being in possession of methamphetamine and heroin with the intent to distribute, as well as using a cellphone to facilitate drug trafficking, federal prosecutors said.
Silicon Valley BART Extension construction remains on time, budget
Phase two of the BART Silicon Valley project is continuing in San Jose. It will feature six miles of new rail, four stations, as well as residential and retail development.
The Hole-In-The-Wall BBQ Spot California That Will Have You Licking Your Fingers
Hidden among the tech campuses and suburban sprawl of San Jose sits a barbecue joint so authentically delicious it feels like it was teleported straight from the heart of Texas – South Winchester BBQ is the real deal, folks. The moment you step out of your car, your nose...
Community Shares Valley Fair Shooting Experiences
“My immediate reaction was like, ‘No way I’m about to die in a Cheesecake Factory,’ and I was wondering how I could even text my parents that I am in a mall with an active shooter,” Castilleja School junior Brooke Oliveira said. A shooting broke out...
The 15 best new Bay Area restaurants of 2025
From expense account dining in San Francisco to a former food truck in Fremont to a second act in Oakland, these were the year’s most exciting new restaurants.
Disney Christmas decorations stolen from San Jose residents
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) — Christmas decorations featuring Disney characters are being stolen from homes in San Jose. The Steele family had their front yard decked out for the holidays, just as they do every year. They reported that $1,200 worth of decorations were stolen from their front yard,...
Mayor Mahan Says Juvenile Court Protections Also Protect Gang Violence
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan this week took aim at California’s juvenile criminal laws, saying they “make it easier for gangs to use children as weapons.”. “Over the last several years, we’ve watched something deeply troubling unfold in our city: Kids—some as young as 12, 13 years old—are being pulled into violent...
San Mateo County Unites to Protect Residents from Human Trafficking Ahead of Major Bay...
On November 26, 2025, San Mateo County officials in Redwood City held a meeting with more than 200 participants. Attendees included representatives from local, state, and federal agencies. The goal was to address human trafficking risks ahead of the 2026 Super Bowl and FIFA World Cup in the Bay Area. Law enforcement,...
Santa cuffs suspects in Bay Area Christmas tree thefts
(KRON) — Two people who allegedly stole dozens of Christmas trees in American Canyon were caught and arrested last week, police said. Video shared by the American Canyon Police Department shows an officer appearing to be Santa Claus handcuffing the suspects. Safeway in American Canyon reported to authorities on...
Bay Area’s Ground Keeps Trembling: Decoding the San Ramon Quake Swarms
A Sudden Burst of Shakes Hits Home (Image Credits: Unsplash) San Ramon – The East Bay suburb feels the earth’s subtle pulses under overcast December skies, a reminder that the ground beneath isn’t always still. A Sudden Burst of Shakes Hits Home Imagine sipping your morning coffee when the table starts to jiggle....
