REVIEW: Van Morrison introduces new blues record at intimate Chapel matinee
SAN FRANCISCO — Monday afternoon, Van Morrison sang about playing in the “low-class joints” and in the “high-class joints,” as part of a 75-minute launch party celebration of his newest album. Somebody Tried To Sell Me A Bridge, released at the end of January, is his 48th album, if you’re still counting after all...
Big Accident Takes Out Guardrails on Highway 24 Monday, As Rains Hit
ORINDA, CALIFORNIA – When rain hits the Bay Area, as it’s been doing for the last several days, things on the roads can get slick. And that means an increase in accidents. On Monday, the Bay Area Telegraph observed a big accident on Highway 24 that caused afternoon delays, and took out a portion of the metal...
What happened in Richmond: Attempted murder, assaults, and vehicle thefts
Richmond police responded to a week of crimes between February 9 and 15, including an attempted murder with a firearm, multiple sexual assaults, domestic violence incidents, and vehicle thefts across the city, according to department logs. Officers made numerous arrests for weapons violations, drug offenses, and DUI...
Asm Bauer-Kahan Introduces E-Bike Safety Through Registration and License Plate Requirements
WALNUT CREEK, CA – Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan (D-Orinda) announced the introduction of the E-bike Accountability Act at a press conference held at John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek. The legislation aims to increase public safety by requiring Class 2 and Class 3 electric bicycles to be registered with...
Missing UC Berkeley student found dead in nearby lake, authorities say
The body of Saketh Sreenivasaiah, a missing 22-year-old UC Berkeley student was recovered at Lake Anza, authorities said.
Worst of the storms is about to hit S.F. Here’s when to expect downpours...
Hail showers could turn San Francisco and Oakland neighborhoods into a winter wonderland.
Oakland mayor considering major shift to encampment approach: Here’s what to know
Mayor Barbara Lee's approach is a departure from the majority of local leaders across the Bay Area.
Photos: Car struck by train in Emeryville early Saturday
(KRON) — A car that became stuck on railway tracks in Emeryville overnight Saturday was struck by an oncoming train and burst into flames, according to the Emeryville Police Department. The driver was able to safely get out of the vehicle prior to the collision. Emergency crews responded at 1:09 a.m. to the...
An insider’s guide to Chinatown’s hidden-gem restaurants
Cynthia Huie remembers when Chinatown wasn’t the place for block parties (opens in new tab), DJ sets (opens in new tab), or night markets where thousands filled the neighborhood’s historic, narrow streets. That time was only a few years ago. “I’ve seen a lot of change since my...
Missing UC Berkeley student’s body recovered from Lake Anza
The body of 22-year-old Saketh Sreenivasaiah, who went missing Tuesday, was recovered Saturday, authorities confirmed.
