Fourth of July fireworks 2026: Shows, parades and events around the Bay Area
This Fourth of July marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. And the Bay Area will be taking its celebrations to a whole new level accordingly. A major highlight will be San Francisco’s annual free fireworks show taking place not at its usual Fisherman’s Wharf location but on the Golden Gat
Wealthier riders once flocked to Bay Area public transit. New data suggests that’s over
For a long time, wealthy workers have been nearly as likely to ride buses and trains as poorer ones, but more recently, they’ve stayed away.
Alameda boat launch search finds no other victims after SUV goes underwater
A man was rescued with life-threatening injuries after an SUV went into the water at an Alameda boat launch Sunday night, firefighters said.
Tech firms ax hundreds of Bay Area jobs as cuts this year outpace 2025
SAN JOSE — Job cuts for the Bay Area tech industry so far in 2026 have greatly outstripped last year’s pace, a gap that has widened in the wake of fresh layoffs for the region’s critical yet unsteady tech sector. The latest layoffs are poised to erase...
S.F. is the second-best city for parks in California. Here’s the city that ranks...
A new report found that San Francisco is the sixth-best city in the U.S. in terms of access to and quality of parks. Other Bay Area cities didn't fare so well.
Emeryville Condo Crash: East Bay Hotspot Takes California’s Sharpest Housing Hit
Emeryville’s housing market has taken the steepest dive of any city in California over the past year, and condo owners are feeling it most. Units that looked like sure bets during the pandemic run-up are now selling for tens of thousands less than they did just a few years ago.
7 Feline-Themed Museums That Offer More Than Just Art
Cats have long been a source of inspiration and fascination for humans. From ancient Egyptian deities to modern-day internet sensations, our feline friends have captured hearts across the globe. For those who adore these mysterious creatures, there’s something incredibly special about exploring museums dedicated entire
Golden Gate Bridge Fourth of July Fireworks Show
San Francisco Is Putting the Golden Gate Bridge at the Center of America’s 250th Birthday. Fireworks will be launched from the city’s most famous landmark for only the third time in its history. If you were lucky enough to enjoy the 75th Anniversary show like I did, you know it is definitely something worth checking ou
MMA Fighter Angelo Henry and Deziree Auelua-Misa Found Dead Inside a Car at San...
A quiet afternoon at San Jose State University turned into a heartbreaking discovery after two...
Violent incidents during Pride celebrations in San Francisco bring concerns
The San Francisco Pride weekend is in full swing, but a few violent incidents, including a shooting near an entrance in the Castro District, vandalism and two cases where state Sen. Scott Wiener said he was “harassed, threated and intimidated” brought on concerns. That violence caught the attention...

















