Teen’s hand ‘disintegrates’ while playing with a firework outside In-N-Out Burger
California teen's hand severed in a firework explosion. This incident highlights the extreme dangers and risks of handling fireworks.
Fruitvale’s taco trucks keep tradition rolling
Along the street-like canals of the ancient Aztec city Tenochtitlan—modern day Mexico City—vendors routinely sold various meats, stews and even chili sauces that Spanish ethnographer Franciscan Friar Bernardino de Sahagún described as “hot, very hot, very, very hot.” Street vending worked its way into colonial Mexico,
Police search Berkeley campus, advise public to secure in place
BERKELEY, Calif. - Officers with the University of California Berkeley Police Department conducted a search of campus buildings on Tuesday in what was called a "critical alert." Columbus: New Era Of Galactic StrategyStep into an Apple TV and Skydance licensed world where every trade matters. Build influence as the Gala
In a test case, Oakland charter school asks State Board to prevent its closure
Aspire Public Schools is asking the state board to clarify a charter school renewal law, with some charter school operators facing renewal worried that school districts will stretch the law to shut them down.
Notable improvements to Rheem Valley Shopping Center
The scaffolding has come down, and anyone visiting the Rheem Valley Shopping Center recently has noticed the visible improvements to the buildings’ façades. Repairs have been made to rotting wood along with a different color scheme. White and golden-brown paint has replaced the chocolate brown and dark green exteriors.
She was alone in a remote Bay Area farmhouse. A killer found her.
Emily Courchesne's family is still searching for answers.
Foster City Chinese restaurant Chez Xue goes viral for strict kids policy
(KRON) — A Foster City restaurant is going viral after a screenshot of its policy toward diners with children was posted online. Chez Xue, which according to its website, was voted best restaurant in Foster City, is a Chinese spot located in downtown Foster City. While Yelp reviews have praised the restaurant’s Green O
Pleasanton Preps: My recovery from stroke at school this spring
With age comes wisdom is a tried-and-true statement. But another fact about getting older – and a far more concerning fact about aging – is the health issues we face. Some of you know but I am sure many don’t: I suffered a stroke two months ago.
Bay Area Radio Hall Of Fame Announces Class Of 2026.
The Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2026, adding 19 new inductees who will bring the organization’s total membership to 304 since its inaugural class was honored in 2006. According to a news release, the inductees will be recognized during the annual Radio Day...
I stared down $53-per-pound salmon — then called a fisherman
SF Standard subscribers have exclusive access to my Off Menu column. Click here for a limited-time offer starting at $1 for the first month (and the cost of half a super burrito every month thereafter). Last week at one of my favorite butcher shops, Barons Quality Meats & Seafood (opens...
