San Mateo County bans kratom sales — a first for the Bay Area
San Mateo County on Tuesday banned the sale of kratom, citing concerns that the herbal substance marketed for…
Rep. Liccardo introduces bill to implement ‘whale desk’ in San Francisco Bay – The Mercury News
Bay Area federal lawmakers marked Earth Day by introducing a bill Wednesday aimed at mitigating rampant whale deaths…
Bay Area student sues school alleging antisemitic harrassment
The silhouettes of students from approximately 5 different San Francisco high schools are seen on the ground as…
Saratoga predicts budget shortfall if sheriff’s contract is renewed – The Mercury News
To balance the budget and account for increased policing costs, Saratoga plans to use $1.5 million from its…
Bay Area film publicist Karen Larsen steps back after 40 years
Longtime film publicist Karen Larsen inside the Larsen Associates office in San Francisco in March. After 40 years,…
San Francisco photos were lost for a century; here’s how to see them
This photo is at least 108 years old, yet the two women pictured look as alive as you…
San Jose Earthquakes’ historic run continues as they beat Austin FC 5-1 – The Mercury News
SAN JOSE – Right back Jack Jasinski scored in his first career MLS start and star signee Timo…
San Jose workforce housing project moves forward to final city permit
SAN JOSE — A San Jose housing development consisting of apartments for school district workers is poised for…
Verdict reached in bellwether sex abuse lawsuit against Oakland Diocese
An Alameda County jury on Wednesday delivered a $16 million judgment against the Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland,…
‘Save Willy’ bill introduced to protect whales in San Francisco Bay
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — A new congressional bill announced this Earth Day aims to prevent ship strikes against…
Portugal Restaurant Week offers deals in San Jose, SF, Sonoma
Chourico. Bacalhau. Octopus. Orange tort. And maybe all in one meal. For the fourth year, the Consulate of…
Two found dead in parked car at Berkeley’s Aquatic Park
A man and woman were found dead inside a parked car in West Berkeley’s Aquatic Park on Sunday…