Bay Billiard & Snooker To Open In Hayward
Bay Billiard & Snooker is preparing to open at 31005 – 31199 Mission Blvd. in Hayward, bringing a new billiards-focused business to the Mission Boulevard corridor. Owner Asadullah Escandari confirmed to WhatNow that the business is currently awaiting approval for its alcohol license. Escandari said Bay Billiard & Snook
Bay Area heat advisory warns of 105-degree temperatures inland
As summer settles over California a familiar tension builds between the cool Pacific breezes and the baking valleys beyond the coastal hills. Many families along the shoreline enjoy mild evenings while just a short drive east the air turns heavy and oppressive. This contrast sets the stage for the latest Bay Area heat
City must hit the streets to find homeless tent sites, judge says
A federal judge has ordered the city and Berkeley Homeless Union to spend a day walking local streets together to find tent sites for up to 23 people before their encampment is cleared. The ruling comes as Berkeley prepares yet again to clear the encampment, at Eighth and Harrison streets, after declaring it a fire haz
Richmond Author’s New Book Highlights a Forgotten San Francisco
Last month, Green Apple Books on the Park celebrated Maria Lenhart, an acclaimed journalist and writer who has authored more than 100 publications. The event celebrated her latest book, “Lost Treasures of San Francisco.”. Published in April, “Lost Treasures of San Francisco” is a nostalgic time capsule of our...
Silver Alert activated for missing man last seen in Colma
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — The California Highway Patrol activated a Silver Alert Friday morning after an 88-year-old man was reported missing from San Mateo County. William Marquardt was last seen in Colma near Collins Avenue and El Camino Real on Thursday around 6:40 p.m., CHP said. The Silver Alert was activated in the
San Francisco Jury Convicts Man Who Approached Apartment With Hammer
A San Francisco jury has convicted Christian Plummer of assault with a deadly weapon, battery, and brandishing a weapon after he approached a victim's apartment carrying a hammer and tried to force his way inside. The victim pushed him away in self-defense, according to testimony and evidence presented at trial.
The Mess Hall, With Three Restaurants, a Bar and Market, Opens In the Presidio...
The long-awaited final piece of the Presidio Tunnel Tops Park, the food hall concession called The Mess Hall, opens this weekend with six separate food and beverage concepts inside including three restaurants. The Mess Hall, which we first caught wind of two years ago, makes its debut on Saturday, August...
Public Defender Shortage Leads to Accused Man’s Arrest after He Leaves Court without Counsel
SAN FRANCISCO — A shortage of public defenders and conflict attorneys led to an accused man being taken into custody after he left court without being assigned counsel, despite arriving on time for his initial hearing at the San Francisco Hall of Justice. On Thursday, Aug. 13, Judge Matthew...
These 7 California Small-Town Bakeries Have Been Pulling Fresh Bread From The Oven For...
California has plenty of trendy bakeries, but some of the best ones have been baking the same recipes for decades. These are the small-town spots where families have kept ovens running through generations, turning out sourdough, sweet rolls, and pastries that regulars have loved for years. They are the kind...
Lafayette burglary suspect arrested in Walnut Creek
(KRON) — A man was arrested Wednesday in connection to a series of burglaries in Lafayette earlier this week. The Lafayette Police Department identified the suspect and sent detectives to a home on Alhambra Way in Martinez to serve a warrant. The suspect saw the police and took off, according to Lafayette PD. A search
