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Viewer videos show heavy rain in Northern California on Saturday; snow falls at Palisades Tahoe
Thunderstorms moving across Northern California on Saturday dropped heavy rain across parts of the region. The rain hit Roseville and Granite Bay from 2:30 to 4:10 p.m., Meteorologist Dirk Verdoorn said. Douglas Boulevard in Roseville flooded during the storm, the viewer video above shows. Other areas like Yuba City also experienced heavy rain.
Rare summer rain pours into Northern California, flash flood warning issued
(FOX40.COM) — Several Northern California residents were surprised by the sounds of water drumming on their roofs and windows on Saturday afternoon. Around 1:30 p.m., sprinkles turned into downpours in the Sacramento Valley for several minutes. Officials said the summer storm is unusual for August. “Isolated showers and thunderstorms continue across the Valley, primarily north […]
$80,000 in stolen merchandise, $30,000 in cash recovered in Northern California
(FOX40.COM) — A probation search conducted by Northern California police recently led to the discovery of $80,000 in stolen merchandise, about $30,000 in cash, and various narcotics. The Stockton Police Department said its officers and various agencies, including the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office and California Highway Patrol, completed the search around Bear Creek Way […]
Technically, California won’t delay an oil well protection law — but Newsom axes funding to enforce it
The governor backed off his controversial plan to extend deadlines for oil and gas operators to comply with a new law on wells. But he also wiped out the funding state agencies say they need to hire staff and carry out the regulations.
Bay Area relishing in the national spotlight after DNC shoutouts by VP Harris
Vice President Kamala Harris took the time to highlight her Bay Area roots during her speech at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday.Among other places, Harris specifically mentioned her time working in San Francisco, as well as her childhood in the East Bay cities of Oakland and Berkeley.The shoutouts got the attention of many local leaders, including San Francisco Mayor London Breed who says the positive press is good news for the city."Like Kamala Harris says, we're not going back. We're going forward. We're going forward with this city, we're going forward with this country and she is leading the...
California high schools now have to use special thermometer before canceling games
Across the state, high school sports now have new rules around heat and outside play."Nobody ever wants to miss a game. Nobody ever wants to postpone a practice, but the important thing that we have to keep the forefront is the health and safety of these students' coaches and fans," says Ryan Tos, CIF Central Section Commissioner.The new CIF guidelines advise schools to move outdoor practices to cooler times, like early morning or late evening. They also require schools to postpone or cancel practice if it gets too hot outside. In the past each school or district had its own...
Suspect arrested in shooting of 7-Eleven clerk
SAN LEANDRO, Calif. - Police arrested an Oakland man after he allegedly shot a 7-Eleven clerk in an armed robbery in San Leandro. The incident unfolded early Wednesday around 5:15 a.m. at the 7-Eleven on 525 Williams Street. Police responded after getting a call about the clerk being shot. Authorities...
Memphis 901 FC Draws Oakland Roots SC 1-1 in Physical Matchup
Oakland, CALIF. (August 24, 2024) — Memphis 901 FC grabbed a point on the road with a 1-1 draw to Oakland Roots SC on Saturday night at Pioneer Stadium. 901 FC grabbed the lead with a dazzling goal from Panos Armenakas in the 32nd minute. Memphis’ newest acquisition found...
Electrify Expo lets attendees test drive EVs, even the Tesla Cybertruck
ALAMEDA, Calif. - The Electrify Expo is in Alameda this weekend. It's North America's biggest electric vehicle festival. "I’m just sort of obsessed with electric vehicles and power in general, so this is right up my alley," said attendee Jacob Travis. With entrance to the festival, attendees can test...
Mam History: Oakland Notes on the History of the Mayan-Mam Language.
Back to School Book Sale for award winning Oakland History book: Mam History: Oakland Notes on the History of the Mayan-Mam Language. Tacos Los Michoacanos 3524 International (35th Ave) August 25th Sunday 2-4pm.
Over $450K in stolen merchandise recovered in Oakland home
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Oakland's Jack London Square businesses fret over homeless shelter in historic district
Businesses in Oakland Jack London Square are speaking out about their crime concerns following word of a homeless shelter being planned in the historic district.Everett & Jones Barbecue has been operating out of Jack London Square for a quarter-century, but they have barely skated by after the pandemic and recent spike in crime. The restaurant and other business owners in the area are worried crime could get worse because of the shelter planned in the heart of the popular commercial districtOakland this year approved funding to convert the nearby Jack London Inn at the corner of Broadway and Embarcadero into...
California police bust sideshow and find 10-foot python snake in vehicle
(FOX40.COM) — A 10-foot python snake was found in an abandoned vehicle during a sideshow bust on Friday night, according to California law enforcement.• Video Above: California law enforcement seeks to crack down on sideshows Around 11:12 p.m., the Vallejo Police Department, California Highway Patrol, and other surrounding law enforcement agencies “disrupted a sideshow.” Officers […]
Distressed Individual Injures Self in Union City, Police Prompt Medical Aid and Seek Information
Officers from the Union City Police Department, alongside family members, scoured the vicinity after reports came in at 5:21 PM yesterday of a person sending unsettling photos and worrying messages. According to the official Union City Police Department announcement, the search concentrated around Mission Boulevard and F Street. The situation...
Bi-Rite’s third market debuts on Polk Street. At 4,000 square feet, it’s the biggest yet
Russian Hill can rejoice. Almost two years after it was announced, a third location of upscale San Francisco grocery store Bi-Rite Market is set to open Friday on Polk Street. At 4,000 square feet, it’s 50% larger than the 10-year-old Divisadero Street location and twice as big as the 84-year-old original on 18th Street in the Mission.
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