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‘I have been failed’: Victims slam court as domestic violence, deadly driving cases tossed
Victims of domestic abuse, deadly driving and other crimes expressed dismay Thursday as dozens of suspects had their cases dismissed due to a backlog of trials that exceeded legal deadlines. A total of 70 cases were dropped by the San Francisco Superior Court, following a July appellate court ruling that...
San Francisco launches pickleball pilot to offer affordable lessons
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department has partnered on a pilot program to provide pickleball and tennis players with safe and affordable lessons. The pilot, launched with Rec Technologies, provides players with access to a network of professional instructors for pickleball and tennis. One-on-one or small group lessons are available […]
SF gets $8 million state grant to build housing for homeless youth
California housing officials granted San Francisco $8.2 million to purchase a property The City intends to convert into housing for homeless children and young adults. Mayor London Breed announced Thursday that the California Department of Housing and Community Development awarded San Francisco a multimillion-dollar Project Homekey grant. “Project Homekey continues to provide a critical infusion of money to help us expand our housing options,” Breed said in a statement, “and...
Popular Japanese pancake restaurant to close first US location in San Francisco
(KRON) — A popular Japanese pancake cafe is closing its Stonestown location in San Francisco. Gram Cafe & Pancakes’ last day of operation at the SF mall is on Aug. 27, the business announced on social media. The restaurant, which opened back in 2019, is located between the Target and Apple stores. The Stonestown location […]
Police: Hayward man arrested in series of burglaries tied to San Ramon case
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Hayward Police Department have announced an arrest in a string of burglaries in the East Bay from last year, including taking high-end cars from dealerships in Hayward and stealing from a locksmith’s van in San Ramon. The months-long investigation centered on 23-year-old...
Hayward man, company allegedly exported tropical fish to Hong Kong
SAN FRANCISCO - One Hayward man was caught in some fishy business - literally. Futseng "Dale" Chen and his company Sealogic International are accused of illegally importing tropical fish from the United States to a buyer in Hong Kong. Chen and his company allegedly knowingly exported tropical fish from the...
‘Deeply honored’: Albornoz named Livermore Teacher of the Year
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Lawrence Elementary School teacher Dayana Albornoz is Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District’s Teacher of the Year for 2024, receiving public kudos from district and county officials in separate press releases last week. Albornoz is among 19 honorees who were selected by 17...
Suspects in killing of Oakland officer Tuan Le to stand trial
The three suspects accused of killing Oakland officer Tuan Le will be going to trial, the Alameda County District Attorney's Office said Wednesday. A preliminary hearing was held with the suspects, Sebron Russell, Mark Demetrious and Allen Starr Brown, and according to the DA, the judge found that there was enough evidence to support the case going to trial."The Court found that the prosecution team presented sufficient evidence to show that defendants … 'knew or should have known' that Officer Tuan Le was a peace officer engaged in his duties at the time of the murder," the DA said. Sanders...
DEAD SET ON THE BAY FALL CRUISE RETURNS THIS OCTOBER!
After an incredible, sold-out experience on the water last month, the Dead Set On The Bay cruise is back by popular demand! On Sunday, October 20th, fans of the Grateful Dead will once again embark on an unforgettable journey around the Bay Area aboard the luxurious Fume Blanc, setting sail from Alameda for an epic evening of live music, stunning views, and classic vibes.
Nada Mahima Celebrates The Glory Of The Veena
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Wine harvest underway at some Livermore Valley vineyards
The wine grape harvest officially is underway in the East Bay, as workers at Las Positas Vineyards and other wineries in the Livermore Valley were picking grapes before sunrise Thursday. The Livermore Valley Wine Community's annual blessing of the grapes takes place next Wednesday, but some vineyards are off to...
Digital California driver's licenses, ID cards coming to Apple Wallet, Google Wallet
Californians will soon have a new option to display a version of their driver's licenses or ID cards on their mobile phones via Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, officials announced Thursday. According to a statement from Gov. Gavin Newsom's office, the state's mobile driver's License pilot program, which currently allows licenses and IDs to be displayed through the DMV Wallet app, will be expanded to include the two major tech companies' apps. ...
Oakland Zoo closes elephant exhibit, increasing pressure on Los Angeles Zoo to follow suit
The Oakland Zoo's decision to close its elephant exhibit and relocate its lone elephant, Osh, to a sanctuary marks a significant step in recognizing the complex needs of elephants, heightens pressure on the Los Angeles Zoo to relocate its elephants, Billy and Tina, and underscores the need for stronger legal protections for animals.
California Energy Commission seeks to accelerate development of wave, tidal energy
The power of the Pacific Ocean eludes no one who witnesses it. And soon, that energy may be harnessed to make emissions-free electricity. That’s the hope of the California Energy Commission, which, under legislation passed last year, is taking a deep dive into what it would take to advance and scale up conversion of the ocean’s energy into electricity, helping the state and the nation meet ...
Jogger survives mother bear attack in Northern California
(FOX40.COM) — A jogger in Tuolumne County had a near-death encounter with a mother bear on Monday, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The 24-year-old man was jogging along North Fork Road in Long Barn at around 5 p.m. when he spotted a bear cub and its mother on the side of […]
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