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Person found dead inside Richmond utility vault was likely electrocuted, officials say
A person was found dead inside a Richmond utility vault on Tuesday, according to fire officials.Emergency dispatchers received a call about an explosion around 3:30 a.m. at Cutting Blvd and South 2nd St.When crews arrived, they discovered a manhole was blown off with a deceased person inside the vault.During the investigation, officials say the person came in contact with energized lines and was likely electrocuted, according to Deputy Fire Chief Aaron Osorio.The person was found above 4 to 6 feet of standing water.MORE: Man injured after getting trapped inside San Francisco sewer pipe, fire department saysThe Richmond Fire Department is waiting for PG&E to deenergize power in the vault, so they can safely remove the person's body.The area will remain closed to traffic for a few hours.The person has not been identified and it's unclear why they were in the vault.
KRON4’s ‘LIVE! in the Bay’ announces exciting new two-host format with Jessica Wills and Rachael Maurer
San Francisco, CA – August 20, 2024 – Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST), owned and operated KRON4 in San Francisco (DMA #10), announces an exciting new direction for ‘LIVE! in the Bay.’ The locally produced television show that brings viewers the best of local culture, entertainment, and lifestyle is moving to a dynamic, two-host […]
Pleasanton man accused of preying on underage girls using Snapchat
(KRON) — A Pleasanton man is accused of using Snapchat to contact underage girls, exchange “hundreds of inappropriate conversations,” and commit sex crimes against victims, the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office said. William V. Coultrip, 19, allegedly “used social media to prey on teenage girls,” the sheriff’s office wrote. Investigators said Coultrip used multiple fake […]
Red Rock Island in San Francisco Bay sold
Red Rock Island, one of the most unique pieces of real estate in the Bay Area, has secured a buyer, but the new owner remains a mystery. The 6-acre island, located in San Francisco Bay just south of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, was listed for $25 million. The sale price hasn't been revealed.
Healdsburg’s 36-year-old library to undergo $2.3 million remodel
The Healdsburg Regional Library, part of the Sonoma County Library system, will close on Sunday and remain closed until spring for a $2.3 million top-to-bottom remodel. According to Sonoma County Library Director Erika Thibault, the library has not had any significant upgrades since it first opened its doors in 1988. “The library is well-loved in our community, and it’s showing wear and tear,” ...
Healdsburg winemaker reveals secret behind top-notch Sauvignon Blanc
The Point Fire, which broke out June 16 northwest of Healdsburg and spread quickly in the iconic Dry Creek Valley wine region, forced Quivira Vineyards to evacuate. But winemaker Hugh Chappelle didn’t panic. “From my experience, the longer you’re a winemaker the more relaxed you become,” he said. “After 30-plus vintages, it takes a lot to rattle you and you have experience to draw upon when ...
Modern Sonoma Home on 3 Secluded Acres Listed for $12.5 Million
A newly built Sonoma home on 3 acres is secluded from neighboring properties by two creeks and a dense surround of oaks, maples and an olive grove. The property is currently up for sale for $12,500,000. The four bedroom, five-and-a-half bathroom dwelling on Fisher Lane centers around a pool and...
Waymo is now giving over 100,000 paid self-driving rides per week
Waymo has surpassed a new milestone with its paid driverless ride-sharing, as highlighted by one company executive this week. On Tuesday, Waymo co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana shared a post on X celebrating the company as it surpasses 100,000 paid self-driving rides per week. The news follows the company’s unveiling of its next-generation ride-hailing vehicle platform, as well as additional expansions to Waymo One service launched earlier this month.
Santa Rosa police resumes social media push to locate missing persons
For the second time this year, the Santa Rosa Police Department is launching a social media campaign for help in locating missing persons. The department’s “Missing Persons Monday,” which previously ran January through March, resumed Monday. For several weeks, the department will again highlight five cold cases a week, sharing on social media the photos and last known locations of people that ...
Man's body found after reports of copper theft and explosions in Richmond
A man's body was recovered from an underground PG&E vault Tuesday in Richmond, according to fire officials, as police were investigating reports of a copper theft and explosions in the area. The man apparently was electrocuted and caused a power outage, fire officials said. Police suspect the man was involved...
Sonoma County Sheriff’s Deputies Committed Errors Investigating an Assault on a Gay Man
At least one deputy with the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office did not “act within the law” when investigating last year’s assault of a gay man in Guerneville. The assault happened in April of 2023 when Isaac Featherston was attacked by a man that threatened to kill him and possibly drugged him inside Featherson’s own room. The San Francisco man claimed that the sheriff’s office did not effectively communicate with him, failed to follow up on the information he provided and didn’t promptly collect evidence. The Press Democrat reports that during an internal investigation of the case, a letter was sent to Featherston saying that personnel, including Deputy Joseph Nouguier, “did not act within the law and office policy and procedure” during the investigation. The letter stated that Deputy Nouguier had been disciplined but didn’t explicitly say how. An IOLERO audit of the investigation is ongoing.
ATM Theft in Windsor Leads to High-Speed Chase That Ends in Crash
A San Leandro man is facing charges after a botched ATM theft attempt in Windsor led to a high-speed chase. Police say 55-year-old William Fletcher and an accomplice tried to steal an ATM early Friday morning using a chain and a car. When officers tried to stop them, a chase ensued, reaching speeds of 120 miles per hour before the suspect’s vehicle crashed. Fletcher was arrested, but his accomplice is still on the run.
Podcast: Retired Police Sgt Talks Antioch Police Department
On this episode, we recap what has been going on with the Antioch Police Department and City of Antioch. I am joined by former Antioch Police Sergeant Steve Aiello and Ken Turnage to highlight history and provide more context of what has gone on. We talk staffing levels, why police...
Recall opponents gather to defend Oakland mayor and Alameda County DA
For months now, the campaigns seeking to recall Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price have barreled ahead, dominating local and national headlines, raising huge amounts of money, and holding numerous rallies. Both campaigns have managed to draw enough support in the form of voters’ signatures to ensure their place on the Nov. 5 ballot.
14-Foot Great White Shark Follows Half Moon Bay Kayakers
When August hits in California, the coastline gets a little sharkier. Great whites move closer to shore from their annual migration out to the open ocean, and two friends fishing off kayaks near Half Moon Bay found that out first hand. A dorsal fin popped up behind them, and it...
Northern California forecast: Warm Wednesday, but Delta breeze will cool down region later this week
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A stronger Delta breeze will help temperatures in Northern California drop throughout the week. Also, rain could be in the mix. Meteorologist Dirk Verdoorn said Wednesday's forecast high for downtown Sacramento is 91 degrees, down from 96 degrees on Tuesday. And it's only going to get cooler.
Raising kids is most expensive in these metros–yes, the Bay Area made the list
If you have kids, or you're thinking about starting a family, then you already know how big of a role money plays in parenthood. A new study by Creditnews Research analyzed the living wages for dual-income households with children and without. What they found may not come as a surprise.
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