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San Jose Homeless Motel Transfer Delay Impacts Residents
A San Jose motel riddled with mold and roaches that houses formerly homeless residents is in ownership limbo as a continued slew of problems plague the property no matter who operates it. SureStay, a motel-turned-housing site that provides rooms for older adults and disabled individuals, was supposed to change ownership...
Police Give Public Access To New Crime Statistics Dashboard
The San Jose Police Department made public a crime statistics dashboard based on the FBI's National Incident-Based Reporting System that captures details on each crime. Viewers can filter by time period and crime type to perform trend analyses, the department said in a press release Friday. "This intelligence application turns...
More road, ramp, and lane closures coming to Northern California
(FOX40.COM) — About one week after Northern California drivers had to deal with various closures along Interstate 5 and Interstate 80, more closures are coming to the region. Various projects by Caltrans are expected to disrupt the daily commute of drivers in Placer, Nevada, Sierra, and Sacramento counties. Those projects include an effort to bring […]
Bay Area songwriter finds platinum success, helps other artists attain dream
A Peninsula woman and platinum-selling songwriter helped along the way by an industry organization is now paying it forward by leading the group and supporting other budding artists. With each lyric Jennifer Adan writes, she paints a picture she hopes will resonate with anyone who listens and strike a chord within herself. "That's kind of what makes this so special is when I can write something that others can relate to and maybe I can put something into words that someone didn't have the words to say," she told CBS News Bay Area. Growing up in San Mateo, she...
FC Olympia visits Bay Area, faces Oakland Soul SC in West Coast Semifinal
After clinching the lone playoff spot for the Northwest Division in unbeaten fashion, the women of FC Olympia are tasked to face the Oakland Soul SC in the Western Conference Semifinal of the 2024 USL W League national playoffs kicking off on Friday, July 5, at the Pioneer Stadium in California State University, East Bay in Hayward, CA.
Sheriff's office IDs drug store security guard shot dead in Fremont last month
FREMONT -- A CVS security guard who was shot and killed last month at a store in Fremont was identified by the Alameda County Sheriff's Office as Abakr Mohamed Amin, a 41-year-old Sacramento resident.The shooting at the store in the Fremont Hub Shopping Center occurred at about 11 p.m. on June 13, when Amin was shot after an argument with someone who came into the store.Amin died at the scene after life-saving measures were unsuccessful.The other person was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds.The homicide remains under investigation. Anyone with information about the shooting can contact the Fremont Police Department at (510) 790-6900. Tips can be reported anonymously by texting "Tip FremontPD' followed by a short message to 888-777 or online at www.fremontpolice.gov/TIP
Gov. Gavin Newsom leaves California amid brutal heat wave and wildfires
SACRAMENTO – Gov. Gavin Newsom is visiting other states, campaigning for President Joe Biden. This comes on the heels of the presidential debate, which left Americans wondering about Joe Biden's stamina for another term. Many Californians are frustrated with the governor for leaving the state during a brutal heat wave and devastating fires. He's off campaigning for President Biden's re-election, being very vocal about his support. Something Republicans say he's using as a guise to campaign for himself should Biden step aside. "Gov. Newsom has been running a shadow presidential campaign for quite some time," said the chairwoman of the...
Contra Costa Co. fire gets 1,100 calls on July 4th; illegal fireworks prompt Antioch evacuations
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District had a busy Fourth of July responding to fires, including one that prompted evacuations near Hillcrest Avenue in Antioch that began around 10 p.m.Anthony Hamilton knows he and his family are lucky to be alive as he tours his backyard that used to be blocked off by a fence. He says they only had minutes to evacuate as a wildfire raced up the hill. It was likely started by the illegal fireworks being shot off in the shopping plaza below."This is our house on the hillside. It's going up the hill. We were...
Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve will be closed Saturday, July 6
Reopening Sunday, July 7 (subject to change). Due to high temperatures and extreme fire danger, Black Diamond Mines in Antioch will be closed Saturday, July 6. Dry and windy conditions are expected, which can lead to extreme fire weather risks. When the park is open again, please still take precautions...
Dolores Park hill bomb goes on, skaters avoiding SFPD barricades
Despite the San Francisco Police Department’s pleas for skaters to stay away from Dolores Park today, the annual hill bomb went on — and was calmer than expected. Skaters attending the much-anticipated event skipped the heavily barricaded Dolores Street hill to instead roll through the park before moving to the steeper Church Street. There was no sign of the confrontations with police that marked last year’s version of the downhill race.
Man seriously injured in San Francisco shooting
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — A man suffered serious injuries after he was shot multiple times in San Francisco on Friday night, the San Francisco Police Department said. SFPD responded to the 1100 block of Connecticut Street at about 9:50 p.m. for the report of a shooting. The victim was found lying in the street. He […]
Warriors trade for Chris Paul looks worse (but was still the right move)
The Golden State Warriors waived Chris Paul and quickly watched him agree to a deal with the Spurs on June 30. It was not shocking. CP3 is one of the best point guards in NBA history. Teams were going to have interest, especially on the open market when they could negotiate his salary.
Mob of Nearly 100 Looters Ransacks Gas Station, Store Owner Says Police Took Hours to Respond — 'Back to Square One'
A mob of around 80 to 100 looters descended upon a gas station convenience store near the Oakland International Airport, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. The incident took place around 4:30 a.m. following a car sideshow.The store, owned by Sam Mardaie, fell victim to the violent looters who smashed their way into the establishment, causing chaos and havoc. Mardaie described the scene, telling KTVU, "Shelves were ripped apart, all the grocery items were torn or stepped on or vandalized." The looters stole goods from the fridges, shelves, and even below the counter, amassing approximately $25,000 in cash...
Local Lit: July | Top tips for Bay Area book lovers
Lafayette Library and Learning Center Foundation’s Distinguished Speaker Series | All month. The library’s extensive collection, frequent author appearances, special teen room, and terrific proximity to the area’s multiple culinary temptations make an in-person visit to the downtown library worth the trek through the tunnel. But timing is tricky when the beach calls, the temperatures soar, or traffic is a nightmare. Luckily, the library’s online YouTube channel offers a literary feast accessible to anyone with an internet connection. Watch 60-minute appearances from the archival collection with past and recent bounty such as best-selling authors Joyce Maynard, Jessica Shattuck, Dr. Charan Ranganath, Lisa See, Kim Bancroft, Kelly Corrigan, Mary Roach and more.
Revised Housing Element Public Comment Period Open
Providing housing for all income levels is a focus for all Bay Area cities, including Palo Alto. Palo Alto has long been a leader in the production of affordable housing and currently has the second highest inventory of affordable housing for incorporated jurisdictions within Santa Clara County (as a percentage of total housing stock).
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