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5 Boats Burn, 4 Destroyed in the Delta Near Bethel IslandFive drydocked boats burned in a fire early Thursday morning in unincorporated Contra Costa County near Oakley.
COVID: Service Industry Employers Lament Lack of People Willing to Fill Open JobsRight when the restaurant and retail industries are bouncing back with customers returning as COVID restrictions ease, many businesses are facing a new hurdle: hiring employees to fill open positions.
Firefighters Knock Down 2-Alarm Fire at Walnut Creek Senior Facility; Explosions ReportedFirefighters in Walnut Creek have knocked down a two-alarm fire at a senior facility in the Castle Hill neighborhood Thursday afternoon, according to authorities.
Asian American Attacks: San Francisco DA Boudin to Represent Prosecution at Stabbing Case ArraignmentThe office of San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin on Thursday announced charges against the suspect in the Market Street stabbing of two older Asian women and noted Boudin would personally represent the prosecution at the arraignment.
COVID: In California, Vaccinations Are Priority But Testing MattersUnder California's four-tier, colored coded system for resuming business operations and other activities, if a county tests more it gets rewarded by having its virus case rate adjusted down.
Hayward Couple Told to Clean Up Trash Left at Homeless Camp Near PropertyA couple living in Hayward claims the city wants them to clean up a mess near their property that they say shouldn't be their responsibility.
Man Accused Of Crime Spree Involving Home Invasion Robbery, Burglary In Santa Rosa NeighborhoodPolice have arrested a man suspected of prowling, a home invasion robbery and a burglary that took place in a Santa Rosa neighborhood overnight.
Flock Of Giant California Condors Trash Woman's HomeGiant California condors are rare — but not at Cinda Mickols’ home.
TOP VIDEOS
South Bay Farms, Ranches Grapple With Worsening DroughtSanta Clara County ranchers and farmers fear the worst as the region descends deeper into a severe drought. Len Ramirez reports. (5-6-21)
SF District Attorney Boudin to Lead Prosecution of Suspect in Asian Women Attack CaseThe office of San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin on Thursday announced charges against the suspect in the Market Street stabbing of two older Asian women and noted Boudin would personally represent the prosecution at the arraignment. Kenny Choi reports. (5-6-21)
Service Industry Employers Lament: Where Are the Workers?At the same time the restaurant industry is bouncing back with customers filling tables, many restaurant operators are facing a new hurdle: hiring back employees. Wilson Walker reports. (5-6-21)
California Drought 2021
Farms, Ranches In Southern Santa Clara County Grapple With Worsening DroughtAs Santa Clara County falls deeper into drought, local wine and crop growers said they would be okay for this year, but cattle ranchers are already hurting.
Entire Bay Area, Most Of California Now Under Extreme Drought ConditionsThe latest drought data released Thursday morning shows the entire Bay Area in extreme drought conditions, as well as most of California.
Cal Fire Suspends Burn Permits In Northern California, North Bay CountiesCal Fire has suspended burn permits in six Northern California counties -- Napa, Solano, Sonoma, Colusa, Lake and Yolo.
Asian American Attacks
Asian American Attacks: San Francisco DA Boudin to Represent Prosecution at Stabbing Case ArraignmentThe office of San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin on Thursday announced charges against the suspect in the Market Street stabbing of two older Asian women and noted Boudin would personally represent the prosecution at the arraignment.
Asian American Attacks: FBI San Francisco Division Targets Hate Crime Surge With More Resources, Public OutreachThe FBI San Francisco Division was unveiling a new strategy to target the surge of hate crimes in Northern California, the agency announced Thursday.
Source: Man Arrested For Stabbing 2 Asian Woman in San Francisco Has Lengthy Arrest HistoryA law enforcement source provided a surveillance image to KPIX 5 that was circulated among officers to find the Market Street double stabbing suspect on Tuesday.
California Recall Election
Republican Candidates For California Governor Make Their CaseThe two Republicans currently running for governor of California, John Cox and Caitlyn Jenner, released new campaign ads Tuesday, marking a new phase in the pending recall election.
Recall Candidate Caitlyn Jenner Opposes Allowing Transgender Girls To Compete In Girls Prep Sports Caitlyn Jenner, the former Olympic champion and current California gubernatorial candidate, says she opposes allowing transgender girls to compete in girls’ sports at school.
Facing A Recall Campaign; Gov. Gavin Newsom Prepares To Address California DemocratsGov. Gavin Newsom will address the Democratic Party faithful Saturday as he mounts a campaign to keep his job.
San Francisco & Peninsula News
Asian American Attacks: San Francisco DA Boudin to Represent Prosecution at Stabbing Case ArraignmentThe office of San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin on Thursday announced charges against the suspect in the Market Street stabbing of two older Asian women and noted Boudin would personally represent the prosecution at the arraignment.
COVID Reopening: San Francisco Adopts Yellow Tier Guidelines; Bars Resume Indoor ServiceSan Francisco became the first city and county in the Bay Area to adopt Yellow Tier guidance Thursday morning, with bars and other businesses finally getting the opportunity to serve customers indoors.
Daly City Approves Police Body Cams After Man With Fake Gun Fatally Shot By OfficersDaly City police officers and their vehicles will be equipped with cameras, following a City Council vote Wednesday night.
East Bay News
5 Boats Burn, 4 Destroyed in the Delta Near Bethel IslandFive drydocked boats burned in a fire early Thursday morning in unincorporated Contra Costa County near Oakley.
COVID: Service Industry Employers Lament Lack of People Willing to Fill Open JobsRight when the restaurant and retail industries are bouncing back with customers returning as COVID restrictions ease, many businesses are facing a new hurdle: hiring employees to fill open positions.
Firefighters Knock Down 2-Alarm Fire at Walnut Creek Senior Facility; Explosions ReportedFirefighters in Walnut Creek have knocked down a two-alarm fire at a senior facility in the Castle Hill neighborhood Thursday afternoon, according to authorities.
South Bay News
Farms, Ranches In Southern Santa Clara County Grapple With Worsening DroughtAs Santa Clara County falls deeper into drought, local wine and crop growers said they would be okay for this year, but cattle ranchers are already hurting.
Apple's App Store Chief Fends Off Attacks In Antitrust TrialApple’s top app store executive on Thursday faced an avalanche of documents unleashed Thursday by an Epic Games lawyer aiming to prove allegations that the iPhone maker has been gouging app makers as part of a scheme hatched by Apple's late co-founder Steve Jobs.
Owner of Santa Clara Construction Firm Admits to Fraud, Money LaunderingAfter years of firing employees when they requested medical treatment for work-related injuries, the owner of MT Szeto Construction admitted to committing felony workers' compensation insurance fraud.
North Bay News
Man Accused Of Crime Spree Involving Home Invasion Robbery, Burglary In Santa Rosa NeighborhoodPolice have arrested a man suspected of prowling, a home invasion robbery and a burglary that took place in a Santa Rosa neighborhood overnight.
Bear Sightings Create Buzz In Cotati, Sebastopol NeighborhoodsTwo North Bay communities reported a bear strolling around in residential neighborhoods in social media posts on the same day.
Vacaville Hire Former Fairfield Police Chief Allio To Temporarily Run Police ForceThe City of Vacaville hired Joseph Allio, Fairfield's former police chief, to take over as Vacaville's interim police chief starting next week.
Bay Area Sports
Jays Beat A's 10-4 for Series SplitRandal Grichuk homered, doubled and drove in five runs to lead the Blue Jays to a 10-4 victory over the A's on Thursday.
Say Hey! Obama, Brady, Scully Among Those Sending 90th Birthday Wishes To Willie MaysSan Francisco Giants great Willie Mays turned 90 on Thursday, triggering an avalanche of well wishes from former President Barack Obama, NFL great and Bay Area native Tom Brady, legendary Dodgers announcer Vin Scully and Warriors star Steph Curry among others.
Wells Fargo Championship Preview: 'Quail Hollow Tests You From The First Hole,' Says CBS Sports' Frank NobiloThe Wells Fargo Championship returns with a strong field after COVID caused its cancellation last year.
