Red Flag warning issued for Berkeley, East Bay Hills
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag warning this week for the East Bay Hills — including those in Berkeley. The warning is in effect from Wednesday at 11 p.m. through Thursday at 9 a.m. Gusty winds and extremely low humidity are expected, resulting in potentially dangerous fire weather and an increased r
World Cup 2026 to Bring $1 Billion Economic Boost to California
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is projected to generate nearly $1 billion in economic impact for California, with Los Angeles and the Bay Area leading the way. The tournament will bring significant financial benefits, creating jobs and boosting tourism across the state.
How this outfit has kept on delivering eggs and dairy to the Bay Area...
In 1945, Victor and Charlotte Cortesi started V&C Foods in San Francsico, delivering fresh eggs to bakeries. More than 80 years later, the business now delivers a wide variety of dairy products and more, around the Bay Area. Oakland customers include Boba Guys and Bad Walter’s Bootleg Ice Cream in Rockridge, Sirene res
Widespread heat advisory goes into effect for Bay Area Thursday
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — A widespread heat advisory will be in effect across much of the Bay Area on Thursday. Some areas could hit triple digits with high temperatures between 90 and 103 expected for interior valleys and high elevations. Even along the bay shore, Thursday could bring temperatures between 85 and 96 degre
Vegetation fire near San Jose golf course quickly contained
SAN JOSE, Calif. - A vegetation fire that broke out Tuesday afternoon near a San Jose golf course was quickly brought under control, authorities said. What we know: — The San Jose Fire Department said the fire started around 3:14 p.m. in the 3100 block of Locke Drive near Los Lagos Golf Course and threatened nearby hom
Ukulele used as weapon in driver fight, say Fremont police
(KRON) — The Fremont Police Department is investigating an alleged assault with a deadly weapon, involving a ukulele, that occurred June 1. FPD said officers responded to the incident near Oliver Way and Orchard Road. “A victim was driving on Mission Blvd when he noticed a subject following him closely and honking,” sa
Thieves Walked Off With a Fully Loaded Police SUV in Downtown Oakland, and It’s...
Thieves stole a fully equipped police SUV from a downtown Oakland parking garage, including a light bar, push bar, sirens, and radio equipment. Stealing a cop car is the kind of thing that usually only happens in a video game. You boost a cruiser, the sirens light up, and you tear off down the street. In real life, it
TIMELINE: Red Flag Warning issued as Bay Area heats up with high fire danger
The first Red Flag Warning for high fire danger in the Bay Area since November 2024 has been expanded as significantly hotter temperatures arrive Wednesday and intensify Thursday with the hottest weather so far this year. Here's what to expect.
Man charged with murder in downtown Oakland shooting of San Leandro nurse
Authorities say a 39-year-old man killed 33-year-old Lartey Solomon during an attempted robbery near 14th and Harrison streets in downtown Oakland.
Sierra LaMar murder case retrial: Premeditation thrown out
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) — Defense attorneys for Antolin Garcia-Torres, the man previously convicted of kidnapping and murdering 15-year-old Sierra LaMar in Morgan Hill, are using aggressive tactics leading up to his retrial. A Santa Clara County Superior Court judge recently granted the defense team’s request for a spe

















