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60 mph wind gusts prompt red flag warnings in California

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Runners in the annual Bay to Breakers race descend from the Hayes Street hill midway in the run on May 18, 1980, in San Francisco.

How one woman in disguise changed Bay to Breakers forever

A 2019 file photo of the entrance area of California’s Great America amusement park in Santa Clara.

Great America gets a surprise visit from Korean superstar

Rocks along north Oceanside Beach to prevent the waves from hitting the sidewalk in Oceanside, Calif., May 11, 2026.

California coastal town desperate to save its city's beaches

LATEST NEWS

Bader's wind-aided grand slam helps Giants win series over Athletics

Harrison Bader hit a grand slam that capped an eight-run eighth inning and the San Francisco Giants beat the sloppy Athletics 10-1 in 25-35 mph winds. Luis Arraez also homered and finished with three...

Indiana man drove to Bay Area to kill brother before dying in fire, police say

Matthew allegedly traveled to California in a rental vehicle with multiple guns.

Man's body found floating in ocean along Big Sur coastline

He was said to have been fishing off the rocks amid hazardous surf on Saturday.

At Runyon Canyon's $1M bathrooms, anger is overflowing

"Go before you go, or hit some of the bushes."

On this stretch of Maui coastline, visitors keep drowning

If something goes wrong, you may be on your own.

Thousands of Californians hit with foul-smelling tap water

Cal Water said that the tap water met all quality standards and was safe to consume.

Zion National Park hiker rescued after falling from trail, being impaled

The hiker is the third to fall from a Zion trail in the last month.

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California

Orange County Superior Court as seen on Google Street View.

Court bans Kars4Kids ads in California for violating false advertising law

The earworm jingle is no more, for now.

High-speed rail CEO says Central Valley portion will be done 'in our lifetime'

CEO Ian Choudri said the project is making headway but still has some obstacles.

New Calif. study finds evidence cannabis could treat obesity, diabetes

FILE: Alexis Bronson examines a cannabis leaf with a magnifying glass in the greenhouse at his home in Oakland, Calif., on Aug. 8, 2018.

'Very contagious' parvovirus swirling throughout Northern California

An aerial view of the city of San Jose, Calif.

Newsom celebrates as the AI boom bails out California

Gov. Gavin Newsom released his latest budget figures Thursday.

Eugene Cates was 23 and engaged to be married at the time of his death.

Calif. man, 80, charged in 1994 killing of 2 criminal justice students

Both victims were on the verge of careers in law enforcement.

Orange County Superior Court as seen on Google Street View.

Court bans Kars4Kids ads in California for violating false advertising law

The earworm jingle is no more, for now.

High-speed rail CEO says Central Valley portion will be done 'in our lifetime'

CEO Ian Choudri said the project is making headway but still has some obstacles.

New Calif. study finds evidence cannabis could treat obesity, diabetes

FILE: Alexis Bronson examines a cannabis leaf with a magnifying glass in the greenhouse at his home in Oakland, Calif., on Aug. 8, 2018.

Newsom celebrates as the AI boom bails out California

Gov. Gavin Newsom released his latest budget figures Thursday.

Eugene Cates was 23 and engaged to be married at the time of his death.

Calif. man, 80, charged in 1994 killing of 2 criminal justice students

Both victims were on the verge of careers in law enforcement.

'Very contagious' parvovirus swirling throughout Northern California

An aerial view of the city of San Jose, Calif.

Sports

Head coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors reacts during the second half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on Nov. 4, 2024, in Washington, D.C.

Steve Kerr explains his political activism after returning to Warriors

Kerr discussed his viewpoint at length on the "TK Show" podcast on Friday.

Cal's star QB says schools went to his parents to convince him to transfer

This is just how college sports work now.

Prospect SF Giants traded Patrick Bailey for shines in 1st start with new team

Matt Wilkinson of Team Canada pitches during the 2026 World Baseball Classic quarterfinals game, presented by Capital One, between Team USA and Team Canada at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas, on March 13, 2026.

Steve Kerr will return to coach the Warriors after weeks of uncertainty

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Phoenix Suns, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, in Phoenix.

'This is on us': SF Giants broadcaster says intensity is back in Dodgers rivalry

The Giants could really build on their season after this LA series.

FILE: Patrick Bailey of the San Francisco Giants walks back to the dugout after striking out against the San Diego Padres during the third inning of a baseball game in San Francisco on May 6, 2026.

Buster Posey reportedly 'grew frustrated' with Patrick Bailey before big trade

The Patrick Bailey trade was apparently a long time coming.

Head coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors reacts during the second half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on Nov. 4, 2024, in Washington, D.C.

Steve Kerr explains his political activism after returning to Warriors

Kerr discussed his viewpoint at length on the "TK Show" podcast on Friday.

Cal's star QB says schools went to his parents to convince him to transfer

This is just how college sports work now.

Prospect SF Giants traded Patrick Bailey for shines in 1st start with new team

Matt Wilkinson of Team Canada pitches during the 2026 World Baseball Classic quarterfinals game, presented by Capital One, between Team USA and Team Canada at Daikin Park in Houston, Texas, on March 13, 2026.

'This is on us': SF Giants broadcaster says intensity is back in Dodgers rivalry

The Giants could really build on their season after this LA series.

FILE: Patrick Bailey of the San Francisco Giants walks back to the dugout after striking out against the San Diego Padres during the third inning of a baseball game in San Francisco on May 6, 2026.

Buster Posey reportedly 'grew frustrated' with Patrick Bailey before big trade

The Patrick Bailey trade was apparently a long time coming.

Steve Kerr will return to coach the Warriors after weeks of uncertainty

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Phoenix Suns, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, in Phoenix.

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3 killed, more injured after driver crashes into crowd in Oakland

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Disneyland is changing the rules about a hotly debated guest behavior

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PG&E to cut power in parts of Bay Area in anticipation of high winds

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Great America gets a surprise visit from Korean superstar

Shopping

Jackery’s Explorer 1000 V2 portable power station drops below $430

If you want backup power for camping trips or outages, Jackery’s Explorer 1000 V2 portable power station is currently discounted by $371.

Snag this Jackery portable power station on sale right now.

How to watch the ‘Dutton Ranch’ premiere live tonight

The Yellowstone spinoff ‘Dutton Ranch’ premieres Friday, May 15 on Paramount Network. Here’s how to watch the series live on Philo or stream it on Paramount+.

Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser return as Beth and Rip in ‘Dutton Ranch,’ the newest Yellowstone spinoff premiering May 15 on Paramount Network.

Save 40% on the BioLite FirePit+ during the Memorial Day sale

BioLite’s Memorial Day sale includes 40% off the FirePit+ smokeless portable fire pit and 25% off Range headlamps through May 26.

BioLite’s Memorial Day sale includes discounts on the portable FirePit+ smokeless fire pit and the new Range series headlamps through May 26.

Goal Zero Yeti power stations are on sale for Memorial Day

Goal Zero’s Memorial Day sale includes 25% off Yeti portable power stations and discounted solar bundles through May 26.

Goal Zero’s Memorial Day sale includes discounts on Yeti portable power stations designed for camping, road trips, and emergency backup power.

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FOOD

Patrons cheers after ordering glasses of wine at Bar Part Time in San Francisco, Calif. on Feb. 24, 2026.

'Born in the Mission': Trendy SF dance bar announces major expansion

The new business could open later this fall.

'None of us get it': Vesuvio's 'old guard' is slowly giving way to Gen Z

Younger audiences are drawn by the vibe, pushing out older regulars.

Tiny SF bakery with long lines to open 2nd location in buzzy neighborhood

Kubaneh Yemenite bread platter at Loquat in San Francisco.

Palo Alto's only Michelin-starred team opened a bar. It's a huge hit.

Customers crowd the modern U-shaped bar at Bar Underdog, where a long shelf holds over 100 bottles, in Palo Alto, Calif., on May 1, 2026.

We finally know when this long-awaited SF Grocery Outlet is opening

The discount grocer is opening in a former Safeway.

The produce section at Laurel Supply in West Hollywood, Calif., on May 12, 2026.

The eye-popping new contender for America's most expensive grocery store

It's shilling $17 tortilla chips and wellness elixirs galore.

Patrons cheers after ordering glasses of wine at Bar Part Time in San Francisco, Calif. on Feb. 24, 2026.

'Born in the Mission': Trendy SF dance bar announces major expansion

The new business could open later this fall.

'None of us get it': Vesuvio's 'old guard' is slowly giving way to Gen Z

Younger audiences are drawn by the vibe, pushing out older regulars.

Tiny SF bakery with long lines to open 2nd location in buzzy neighborhood

Kubaneh Yemenite bread platter at Loquat in San Francisco.

We finally know when this long-awaited SF Grocery Outlet is opening

The discount grocer is opening in a former Safeway.

The produce section at Laurel Supply in West Hollywood, Calif., on May 12, 2026.

The eye-popping new contender for America's most expensive grocery store

It's shilling $17 tortilla chips and wellness elixirs galore.

Palo Alto's only Michelin-starred team opened a bar. It's a huge hit.

Customers crowd the modern U-shaped bar at Bar Underdog, where a long shelf holds over 100 bottles, in Palo Alto, Calif., on May 1, 2026.

CULTURE

Runners partake in the 2026 Bay to Breakers race in San Francisco on May 17, 2026.

Fun photos of the best costumes from San Francisco's Bay to Breakers race

Sharks, dinosaurs and so much more.

How one woman in disguise changed Bay to Breakers forever

To this day, the Preston family loves the 'urban legend' of Barbara's race.

Great America gets a surprise visit from Korean superstar

A 2019 file photo of the entrance area of California’s Great America amusement park in Santa Clara.

More than 26,000 people voted on names for SF's ferries. Here are the winners.

A rendering of one of the anticipated 150-passenger San Francisco Bay Ferry vessels.

Fans camp overnight days before massive Stanford Stadium concerts

Fans camped overnight to be first to purchase merch.

Runners make their way up Hayes Street in San Francisco during the 2025 Bay to Breakers race on May 18, 2025.

Bay to Breakers runners could face 50 mph headwinds this weekend

Hazardous beach conditions are also in the forecast for Sunday's race day.

Runners partake in the 2026 Bay to Breakers race in San Francisco on May 17, 2026.

Fun photos of the best costumes from San Francisco's Bay to Breakers race

Sharks, dinosaurs and so much more.

How one woman in disguise changed Bay to Breakers forever

To this day, the Preston family loves the 'urban legend' of Barbara's race.

Great America gets a surprise visit from Korean superstar

A 2019 file photo of the entrance area of California’s Great America amusement park in Santa Clara.

Fans camp overnight days before massive Stanford Stadium concerts

Fans camped overnight to be first to purchase merch.

Runners make their way up Hayes Street in San Francisco during the 2025 Bay to Breakers race on May 18, 2025.

Bay to Breakers runners could face 50 mph headwinds this weekend

Hazardous beach conditions are also in the forecast for Sunday's race day.

More than 26,000 people voted on names for SF's ferries. Here are the winners.

A rendering of one of the anticipated 150-passenger San Francisco Bay Ferry vessels.

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