California Takes Steps to Force Registration of Homemade 'Ghost Guns'A gun used in last week's deadly school shooting in Santa Clarita was made from parts; an untraceable, so-called ghost gun. The use of homemade firearms is part of a growing and dangerous trend.
Neighborhood Anti-Crime Camera Network Helps In Pleasanton Porch Pirate BustPolice in Pleasanton recently busted two porch pirates for allegedly snatching packages from people's homes after an assist from an anti-crime network made up of neighbors.
Restaurant Group Sues Berkeley Over Natural Gas BanBerkeley’s first-in-the-nation ban on natural gas in new construction may end up eroding the region’s reputation for fine and creative dining, according to a California trade association suing the city on behalf of restaurants.
Shooting Injures 2 In Richmond's Iron Triangle NeighborhoodAuthorities in Richmond are at the scene of a shooting that has injured two victims Thursday afternoon, according to police.
Busy Mineta San Jose Airport Looks To Address Traveler Parking CrunchMineta San Jose International is expecting passenger traffic to hit an all time high this year, with more than 15 million travelers for 2019, according to airport officials.
Suspect In Fatal South Hayward BART Stabbing Arraigned On Murder ChargesA San Francisco man was arraigned on multiple felony charges Thursday for the fatal stabbing of a 49-year-old man on a BART train at the transit agency's South Hayward station on Tuesday afternoon.
San Francisco And Peninsula News
Ex-San Francisco Sheriff's Deputy Gets Prison For Insurance FraudA federal judge sentenced a former San Francisco sheriff’s deputy to 14 months in prison for fraud after she lied about her department-issued firearm being stolen.
Man Gets 15 Years For Fatal Stabbing In Sonoma Marijuana GrowA Michigan man who was convicted in September of the second-degree stabbing murder of a man at a marijuana grow in Sonoma County was sentenced.
AIDS Memorial Quilt Heading Home To San FranciscoThe AIDS Memorial Quilt is getting a new home and returning to the place where it was created.
East Bay News
Shooting Injures 2 In Richmond's Iron Triangle NeighborhoodAuthorities in Richmond are at the scene of a shooting that has injured two victims Thursday afternoon, according to police.
Suspect In Fatal South Hayward BART Stabbing Arraigned On Murder ChargesA San Francisco man was arraigned on multiple felony charges Thursday for the fatal stabbing of a 49-year-old man on a BART train at the transit agency's South Hayward station on Tuesday afternoon.
UC Berkeley Identifies Protesters Arrested Outside Ann Coulter EventUC Berkeley officials have identified five of the people arrested Wednesday night during a protest outside a speaking engagement by conservative author Ann Coulter.
Entertainment
Apple Cancels Premiere Of ‘The Banker’ Over ‘Concerns’Apple has canceled the premiere of one of the tech company’s first original films, “The Banker” the day before it was to debut at Los Angeles’ AFI Film Festival.
New Acts Rule Grammys As Lizzo, Lil Nas, Eilish Lead In NominationsThe Grammys are screaming “Cuz I Love You” to Lizzo: The breakthrough singer-rapper scored a whopping eight nominations, including bids for the top four awards, making her the show’s top-nominated act.
Doobie Brothers Announce 50th Anniversary Tour With Michael McDonaldBay Area rock institution and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees The Doobie Brothers on Tuesday announced the band's 50th anniversary tour featuring a reunion with singer/keyboardist Michael McDonald.
San Francisco Residents To Rally Against Evictions Of Aging Local Actor, Popular CafeNeighbors in North Beach are rallying to oppose two-high profile evictions, one of an aging local celebrity and the other of a popular corner cafe.
Actor Who's Lived In San Francisco For Decades Evicted From North Beach ApartmentAn 86-year old film actor and entertainer, a well-known character in San Francisco’s North Beach neighborhood, is being forced to leave his home through an Ellis Act eviction.
Owner Shocked After His 60s Porsche Is Stolen From Classic Car Show In PleasantonSince 1983, thousands of car lovers have come from all over to the Goodguys Rod & Custom Association shows, never dreaming their antique collector’s items would be stolen.
Health
AIDS Memorial Quilt Heading Home To San FranciscoThe AIDS Memorial Quilt is getting a new home and returning to the place where it was created.
San Francisco Nonprofit Aims To Eliminate Stigma Of Mental IllnessOne in four Americans will be diagnosed with a mental illness in their life, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. This week's Jefferson Award winner is helping raise awareness and empathy about mental health problems.
Male Birth Control That's Injected Into Groin Could Be Available In 6 MonthsAn injectable male contraceptive which lasts approximately 13 years has successfully completed a clinical trial and could be available to the public within the next seven months, scientists in India say.
San Francisco Judge Strikes Down Trump Healthcare Religious Refusal RuleA U.S. judge in San Francisco on Tuesday struck down a new federal rule that would have allowed health care workers ranging from ambulance drivers to receptionists to refuse to provide care for religious reasons.
Vallejo Secures Funding For Homeless Navigation CenterThe city of Vallejo on Monday announced it has secured the funding for the construction and operation of a proposed Navigation Center for the homeless.
New York Joins California, Other States Suing E-Cigarette Maker JuulAttorney General Letitia James announced the lawsuit on Tuesday against San Francisco based JUUL Labs.
