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A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used artificial intelligence systems to select people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leav
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(BCN) -- Thousands of PG&E customers in and near the San Francisco Bay Area could be dealing with proactive power shutoffs this week because of a forecast of hot, dry and windy weather in the region, the utility announced Tuesday. PG&E implements what it calls Public Safety Power Shutoffs to powe...
(KRON) -- Maya Merhige, an 18-year-old marathon swimmer from Berkeley, successfully swam the North Channel, 21.4 miles from Ireland to Scotland. She finished on July 8 in 12 hours, 19 minutes and 37 seconds (12:19:37). Merhige's monumental swim was part of her quest to be one of the youngest swim...
The Senate passed a bill four years ago to make daylight saving time permanent, but it stalled in the House.
(KRON) -- The Fairfield Police Department said officers arrested a man earlier this month who had allegedly been smoking near propane tanks. FPD said officers responded on July 3 to a convenience store on Grimmer Boulevard. The suspect was also taking off his clothing and being aggressive toward ...
Officials also said they anticipate cases of cyclosporiasis to continue increasing in the U.S., possibly through the end of August.
Golden State’s seven-game winning streak is the longest in the WNBA.
Olympian Suni Lee is officially returning to competitive gymnastics ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
A man running from an encounter with immigration and other federal agents in Florida was struck and killed by a tractor trailer on Tuesday, authorities said.
San Francisco supervisors will vote Tuesday on a proposal requiring new supportive housing sites to be drug‑free, drawing support from Supervisor Matt Dorsey and opposition from homelessness advocates.
The death of a bicyclist in a crash on State Route 35 over the weekend has renewed concerns from residents about speeding and safety on mountain roads in San Mateo County.
(KRON) -- Earlier this year, a controversial Chick-fil-A in Walnut Creek opened despite a concerted effort by residents to prevent it from happening, citing heavy traffic concerns. Now, another popular fried chicken chain from the South is opening its first location in the ritzy East Bay suburb, ...
That sidewalk may not look hot, but it can burn your dog’s paws in seconds. With triple-digit temperatures expected in some inland areas, veterinarians are reminding pet owners to rethink outdoor routines before the afternoon heat peaks. Dr. Melissa Jacobs, SF SPCA Hospital Medical Director, give...
President Donald Trump gave Iraq's new prime minister an effusive welcome at the White House on Tuesday.
The House on Tuesday passed with broad bipartisan support legislation that would make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The lower chamber voted 308-117 for the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025, which would make daylight saving time the permanent standard time. Twenty-two Republicans and 9...
The county is asking for help with the "collection effort."
The U.S. military says it has reimposed its blockade of Iranian ports in response to Iran's attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
A WIRED investigation found that live feeds from SFPD drones were accessible online for months through an improperly secured web link, allowing anyone with the address to watch police operations as they unfolded.
Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil is suing the federal government and several private groups, alleging they were part of a conspiracy to suppress criticism of Israel through a coordinated campaign to dox, jail and ultimately deport student activists.
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- For renters searching around the San Francisco Bay Area for a new home, prices can feel overwhelming, especially for people who do not earn lofty salaries in the tech industry and need multiple bedrooms for their family. Rentometer released its Mid-Year 2026 Single-Family ...
(KRON) -- EV maker Lucid saw its stock plummet on Tuesday on the back of a report that it was considering filing for bankruptcy. Shares in the Bay Area EV maker, which is headquartered in Newark, were as much as 55% down after a report in media outlet EV that the company was considering going [...]
However, levels in the Bay Area have still been very low since last fall.
ABC7 is proud to be a longtime sponsor of AIDS Walk San Francisco, returning to Golden Gate Park on Sunday for its 40th anniversary. You can watch the opening ceremony with anchor Dan Ashley.
A man died after a vehicle struck him on Sixth Street in SoMa early Tuesday, according to the San Francisco Police Department Man struck by car in SoMa Tuesday morning dies in hospital
Mando and Grogu are coming home! Experience Lucasfilm's "Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu" on digital platforms July 21 and 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray Aug. 25.
KTVU meteorologist Rosemary Orozco forecast sunny skies Tuesday, with temperatures climbing in inland areas.
A San Jose driver was sentenced to 60 days in Santa Clara County jail after dashcam footage showed him intentionally causing a road-rage crash, authorities said.
Julia Howe, a 17-year-old from San Francisco, is set to be honored with a Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award for her work with "Hitting the Wall", a non-profit organization she started to help uplift young female athletes. Julia joined KTVU to talk about her work and the exciting recognition...
The pilot said speaking with his doctor about Alzheimer’s opened his eyes to the disease’s prevalence, and caused him to reflect on his long career of service.
The final trailer for Ridley Scott's latest epic "The Dog Stars" just dropped! Jacob Elordi, Margaret Qualley and Josh Brolin search for remnants of humanity in a desolate post-apocalyptic world.
Three Oakland men accused of traveling to Southern California to carry out a series of robberies, including one that turned deadly, will stand trial in the killing of Los Angeles fitness influencer and gym founder Miguel Angel Aguilar.
After an MLB Players’ Association representative said he believes “San Francisco is the site,” for the 2028 All-Star Game, the MLB Commissioner said it’s not a done deal.
(KRON) -- A woman who was struck by a SMART train Tuesday morning in Santa Rosa was transported to the hospital with major, life-threatening injuries. According to the Santa Rosa Police Department, officers responded at around 7 a.m. to the area of Piner Road and the SMART train tracks on a repor...
San Jose Mineta airport has activated SJC Live, a program that helps spotlight artists across the Bay Area by giving them the opportunity to perform for people passing through the airport. The airport is now looking for more artists to participate, and SJC Live's program manager joined KTVU to ta...
Golden State’s second-round draft pick, Lajae Jones, is an Israeli American who has experienced hate on social media.
No large data centers can be built in New York for up to a year as the state creates rules to protect the environment and its energy grid from the power-hungry facilities fueling artificial intelligence.
Dry grasses in the Sierra Nevada are fueling the Elephant Fire.
From "The Mandalorian" to a professional cellist, Pedro Pascal shows off his musical skills in new Searchlight Pictures movie, "Behemoth!"
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- As U.S. home prices hit an all-time high, San Francisco led the way with the biggest year-over-year increase of any major metro. That's according to a new report from Redfin which found that SF's median home-sale price rose 9.2% year over year. San Francisco was followed b...
A deputy U.S. marshal was shot and killed Monday while serving an arrest warrant in Louisiana, authorities said.
Finding an affordable first home may feel tougher than ever, but new data reveals the U.S. cities where first-time buyers have the best chance to succeed.
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