Daniel Lurie shoots his shot with LeBron: ‘King James, we want you here’
The mayor spoke with The Standard at the U.S. men’s World Cup game in Santa Clara to make his plea for LeBron James to sign with the Golden State Warriors.
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19-year-old Samoan Australian breakout star Catherine Laga'aia landed the title role in Disney's new live-action film "Moana."
S.F. hopes to expand RESET center if pilot proves successful, says mayor’s chief of public safety
Steven Betz, the mayor's chief of public safety, said the results coming out of the RESET center are positive so far. S.F. hopes to expand RESET center if pilot proves successful, says mayor’s chief of public safety
AccuWeather Forecast: Gusty winds diminish overnight, widespread areas of low clouds
Onshore winds are increasing as we head into the evening hours, with occasional gusts around 20 miles per hour, but wind speeds will diminish later tonight. Skies will be partly cloudy overnight, with more widespread areas of low clouds along the Peninsula coast.
Toddler pulled from rubble 6 days after Venezuela earthquakes
A toddler survived for six days trapped in the rubble of Venezuela’s devastating twin earthquakes before being rescued.
Child in stroller struck by vehicle in SF's Nob Hill neighborhood: officials
(KRON) -- An adult and a child in a stroller were struck by a vehicle in San Francisco's Nob Hill neighborhood on Wednesday afternoon, the San Francisco Fire Department confirmed. The collision happened around 3:45 p.m. on Sacramento and Powell streets. The two victims struck were taken to the ho...
California to institute Bruce Lee Day, 1st for Chinese American in state history
Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese American in California history with an annual namesake day.
Bring the hype home with our FIFA World Cup 2026 merch guide
Whether you'll be watching from home, celebrating with friends, or making your way to the stadium, score big with must-have FIFA merch!
Daniel Lurie shoots his shot with LeBron: ‘King James, we want you here’
The mayor spoke with The Standard at the U.S. men’s World Cup game in Santa Clara to make his plea for LeBron James to sign with the Golden State Warriors.
2 Bay Area World Cup watch parties end in violence
A Mission Bay venue canceled its World Cup watch parties after a shooting.
New AI cameras providing Bay Area researchers insight into gray whale behavior
More gray whales are entering San Francisco Bay, delighting spectators but increasing the risk of deadly encounters with ships, prompting scientists to deploy new AI technology aimed at protecting the animals.
DA files charges after paint attacks on surveillance cameras during Trans March
Brooke Jenkins says vandalism suspects came prepared with an agenda to disrupt police; two others were also charged in a Pride weekend shooting and stabbing.
USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina updates: Pulisic starts for the U.S.
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (KRON) -- We're about 90 minutes from kickoff here at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara. Currently, it's about 80 degrees with a nice breeze, but the temperature is expected to drop a few degrees by the time the match gets underway. Outside, fans have been gathering in fan zones a...
Six facing charges after San Francisco Pride weekend
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Prosecutors said they charged several people with crimes that were committed in San Francisco during Pride weekend. District Attorney Brooke Jenkins said a shooting, stabbing, acts of vandalism, and clashes with police occurred during separate incidents in the city. A 22-y...
California designates May 17 as Bruce Lee Day
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Tuesday designating May 17 as Bruce Lee Day in California, honoring the San Francisco-born martial arts legend and cultural icon.
The Warriors are putting their roster in position to make a LeBron-sized splash
Golden State’s deals with De’Anthony Melton and Kristaps Porzingis provide GM Mike Dunleavy with the cap space to offer LeBron James a one-year deal.
Firefighters save newborn after emergency birth in flood control tunnel
Las Vegas firefighters helped save a newborn after responding to reports of a woman in labor inside a flood control tunnel.
Sports world and beyond, including SF mayor, wait for LeBron James' free agency decision
From politicians, celebrities and other sports leagues and teams, seemingly everyone is making their pitch to LeBron James as the world waits to hear what the greatest scorer in NBA history will decide about the 2026-27 season.
Did the milk expire? California bans 'sell by' food labels to cut food waste
California has banned the use of "sell by" labels on food packaging, which experts say act as a guide for retailers on how long to display products on the shelves but are not an indicator of whether they are still safe to consume.
Photos: Cute baby mink rescued in North Bay
(KRON) -- A wild American Mink was rescued this week from a North Bay resident's yard. Sonoma County Animal Services said one of its officers responded to a call from a concerned citizen who reported finding a lost "baby otter." "The tiny intruder was actually a baby American Mink. This little cu...
4 people die in Mexico City during celebrations after World Cup win
Four people died during massive celebrations in downtown Mexico City following the national team's victory over Ecuador, Mexican health authorities said Wednesday.
Trump earned $1.2 billion from crypto sales
A recent federal filing reveals that President Donald Trump generated about $1.2 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, highlighting the substantial wealth amassed since his return to the White House.
What is causing the overnight Bay Bridge backups, leaving drivers frustrated? Caltrans responds
Caltrans is considering changes after complaints about growing overnight delays on the Bay Bridge. Crews have been closing lanes as part of a lengthy construction project. We spoke with Caltrans and frustrated drivers about the late-night traffic.
Northern California woman tried to kill roommate but gun jammed, police say
After trying to rob her roommate, the woman attempted to shoot him, officials say.
Best 4th of July 2026 furniture sales including patio furniture, bar essentials and more
Here are the best 4th of July 2026 furniture sales to shop right now.
World Cup fans go all out ahead of USMNT match at Levi's Stadium
Soccer fans went all out Wednesday ahead of the World Cup match between the US Men's National Team and Bosnia and Herzegovina at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara.
World Cup watch party in San Francisco canceled after shooting
(KRON) -- Spark Social in San Francisco's Mission Bay neighborhood has canceled its World Cup watch party on Wednesday for Team USA against Bosnia and Herzegovina, the venue announced the morning of the match. On Tuesday night, two people were shot on the 600 block of Mission Bay Boulevard, the s...
Rapper IDK on connecting culture, music, and history on a global scale through 'Son de L'amour'
'Son de L'Amour,' was a first-of-its-kind cultural experience celebrating Juneteenth and Fête de la Musique with rapper IDK and Indigo.
Bosnian fans wait at Levi's Stadium ahead of World Cup with USA
A soccer fan from Sarajevo, Bosnia flew 20 hours to the San Francisco Bay Area to watch the World Cup game between the US and his home country at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara.
2 climb to top of Empire State Building
Two masked people are in custody after scaling to the top of the Empire State Building on Wednesday to unfurl a banner promoting world peace before an apparent proposal unfolded.
Here's what you're allowed to bring inside World Cup match starring Team USA at Levi's Stadium
If you're a lucky ticketholder for Wednesday's World Cup match at Levi's Stadium or San Francisco Bay Area stadium -- starring team USA -- you already know to leave plenty of time to get inside the stadium. But another thing that can hold you up? The security check.
USA! USA! Crowds cheer on USMNT ahead of World Cup match
USA! USA! Crowds in San Jose cheer on USMNT ahead of World Cup match against Bosnia and Herzegovina at Levi's Stadium.
$15,000 in cash stolen from ATM worker's car in Alameda
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Nearly $15,000 in cash was stolen from an ATM technician’s vehicle in Alameda last week, according to authorities. A short time later, police located the suspected thief across the bay in San Francisco, where the money was recovered. The vehicle burglary occurred June 25 a...
Man who plunged over Yosemite waterfall mourned
(KRON) -- A young man who was swept down a river in Yosemite National Park this summer and plunged 600 feet over a waterfall is being mourned by his family. Josué Alfaro, 22, died at Nevada Fall on June 20, according to a verified GoFundMe page. The page writes, "Our family is heartbroken as we [...
Justice department orders prosecutors to focus on ‘birth tourism’ cases
The Justice Department has ordered federal prosecutors to prioritize “birth tourism” cases, signaling a quiet demur to the Supreme Court’s decision.
Massive World Cup party in San Jose gets chaotic with Mexico win
Video footage from the scene captured San Jose police officers tackling individuals to the ground, deploying pepper spray on crowd members, and arresting a handful of people who refused to clear the streets.
Disneyland offering evening park tickets for $59 this summer
Listen up, night owls. The Disneyland Resort in Anaheim is now offering a special evening ticket just for you.
SPARK Social SF cancels World Cup watch parties, hours after shootings
SPARK Social SF on Wednesday abruptly announced the cancellation of all World Cup watch parties for the remainder of the matches in the "interest of protecting" the safety of their guests, staff, vendors and community.
19-year-old convicted of false imprisonment of Bay Area girl
(KRON) -- A 19-year-old Fresno woman pleaded no contest to a false imprisonment charge on Tuesday after prosecutors said she kidnapped a 14-year-old girl from Daly City and brought her to Oakland to engage in prostitution. Janyla Amazing Haqq was initially charged in the case with human trafficki...
Daredevil couple ID'd after being arrested for brazen climb to top of Empire State Building
The couple, who has been identified as Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, were seen holding a pro-peace banner at the very top of the spire.
16 children rescued from Ohio home where they were living in 'deplorable conditions,' officials say
The suspects as being described as the "grandma, grandpa, father, and mother."