This Bay Area hotel was named best in the world
Every year, Condé Nast Traveller patrons participate in the Readers' Choice Awards, where they can rank the top vacation resorts in the world down to the best suitcase company, and on Tuesday, one in Sonoma County topped the list for the best hotel.
Bay Area workers endure 3rd day of intense heat
Residents across the Bay Area are bracing for another day of extreme heat, with temperatures nearing or surpassing triple digits for the third consecutive day. While people are advised to stay indoors, that isn't an option for everyone, especially outdoor workers.
Jewish community celebrates Rosh Hashanah in SF
This Wednesday marked the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year.
$266K salary needed to live 'comfortably' in this Bay Area city, report says
A new report ranks cities where you need a certain salary to live comfortably in the largest cities in the U.S.
Cooling for some today
The warm to hot stretch continues today! A stronger onshore flow will cool off the coast and the bayside neighborhoods. The dangerous heat returns inland. Your Friday forecast slightly cooler temperatures. The weekend starts off on a hot note. The cooling relief is scheduled to arrive early next week. Drink lots of water and seek the shade! -Mark
Santa Clara County school superintendent abruptly fired
The Santa Clara County Board of Education (SCCOE) on Wednesday abruptly voted to terminate Superintendent of Schools Mary Ann Dewan, without cause.
Farmworkers in Contra Costa County endure scorching temperatures
Farmworkers in East Contra Costa County, including Filiberto Ruiz, have continued to harvest crops in fields despite the scorching weather. Ruiz, who has worked in agriculture for over 20 years, said he's used to working in such conditions.
New In-N-Out just opened in this Bay Area city
Often described as having a cult following, In-N-Out just opened its newest restaurant here in Bay Area.
Wax museum permanently closes at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf
The wax museum closed on Aug. 3. after 10 years in business at the wharf.
Police investigating major injury crash in Fremont
The Fremont Police Department is investigating a major injury crash Thursday morning on Missino Boulevard near Warm Springs Boulevard.
Fruitvale, Lake Merritt BART stations closed
The Fruitvale and Lake Merritt BART stations closed Wednesday night, with the closure of the Fruitvale Station due to a major medical emergency, the agency first announced at 9:05 p.m.
SFPD release police body-cam footage of unlicensed hot-dog vendor's arrest
The San Francisco Police Department released police body-camera footage of the arrest of an unlicensed hot dog vendor last month.
Renter 'harassed' during foreclosure dispute, fighting for home
A renter in East Oakland is caught in the middle of a property dispute as two men continue a legal battle over who owns her apartment building.
Forward progress stopped on Dino Fire, blaze is 20% contained
Forward progress has been halted on a 30-acre fire burning Wednesday night on the easternmost side of Santa Clara County near Pacheco State Park, Cal Fire said at 9 p.m.
Heat Advisories Extended
A slow cooling trend into the weekend. It's still going to be hot, just not as hot. High temperatures on Thursday will be in the low 100s again with 90s around the Bay.
Police searching for mom, son duo missing for over a week
Oakland police are asking for the public's help in finding a mother and her 5-year-old son who have been missing for more than a week.
Berkeley High grads reach $13.5 million settlement in teacher sex abuse case
The Berkeley Unified School District and nine Berkeley High School graduates finalized a $13.5 million settlement on Wednesday, in a civil lawsuit involving sexual harassment and assault complaints against a chemistry teacher and coach.
U.S. Rep. Swalwell backs recall effort against Alameda County DA Pamela Price
East Bay Congressman Eric Swalwell formally threw his support Wednesday for the recall effort against Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price, saying she failed the victims of violent crime.
San Francisco endures another day of hot weather
For a second day, temperatures soared past the 80 degree mark in San Francisco. In a city that is known for foggy cool temperatures, medical experts say the heat can be especially dangerous for people who aren't accustomed to it.
California gas settlement payments: See if you qualify
California drivers may be entitled to a settlement payment after the state reached a settlement with gas trading firms over price gouging allegations.