Gaylord makes a difference in the Los Gatos Community
Entering her second year of high school, ambitious sophomore Emerson Gaylord does it all, balancing 12 hours of dance per week, volunteering, and takes rigorous courses while leaving a lasting impression on her surrounding community. This year, to enrich her academic experience, Gaylord has taken on a tremendous...
Lawsuits, billionaires, and Sade: An Atherton mansion’s long road to a $45M sale
After more than a year on the market, one of the Bay Area’s most opulent listings has sold. The $45.5 million deal is one of the most expensive sales ever in Atherton, one of the country’s priciest ZIP Codes. However, the road to the sale was not a...
Officials extend citywide warning as thick haze lingers in major US region: ‘The air...
"A high-pressure system is deflecting precipitation and clouds away from California." Officials extend citywide warning as thick haze lingers in major US region: 'The air is stagnant' first appeared on The Cool Down .
San José’s Batman, Fighting for the Unhoused, Is the Real Life Superhero ‘We Need’
Downtown San José residents aren’t startled by the daunting figure in a billowing black-and-purple cape beneath the streetlights. They know what comes next: the gravelly rattle of a rolling cart stocked with water bottles and food. “Hey, Batman! Do what you do best,” one passerby shouted on a...
San José Police Arrest Juvenile Suspect for Attempted Murder, Mayor Calls for Early Gang...
A recent incident in San José has sparked another conversation about youth and gang violence. According to the San José Police Department, a juvenile suspect was arrested on charges of attempted murder following a shooting that occurred inside a business on Story Road last Saturday. Reports specify that...
Governor’s Race Takes Shape as Bonta Opts Out, Mahan Weighs Run
The governor’s race came into sharper focus this week after Attorney General Rob Bonta announced he would not jump into the race. Meanwhile, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan indicated he is seriously considering entering the race that polls show remains wide open. Scott, Marisa and Guy talk about how the governor’s contest...
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck rolling into the Bay Area this month
It’s the little pink truck that keeps on truckin’ — to the delight of fans. The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck has embarked on its 2026 tour, with plans to roll through the Bay Area. The winsome whiskered one and her sweet snack van will make stops on Saturday, Jan. 17, in Fremont and Saturday, Jan. 24, in San Bruno. After...
The quiet suburb quickly becoming the Bay Area’s hottest new food destination
The East Bay town has enough flavor to sustain a whole day of exploring.
Man Found Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter in San Francisco Case That Fueled Asian American...
The trial surrounding the 2021 death of Vicha Ratanapakdee, an 84-year-old Thai man in San Francisco, culminated in a verdict of involuntary manslaughter for defendant Antoine Watson, as reported by the San Francisco Chronicle. Watson, 24, was cleared of murder charges but found guilty of both involuntary...
Blue Angels make early Bay Area visit to prepare for 2026 Fleet Week show
The Blue Angels made a visit to the Bay Area to as part of preparations for their show at San Francisco Fleet Week later this year, after last year's show was cancelled due to a government shutdown.
