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San Francisco Fourth of July: officials say to plan for traffic and avoid cliffs

San Francisco is slated for a historic Fourth of July celebration on Wednesday, with fireworks set to be lit from the towers of the Golden Gate Bridge for only the third time ever. This celebration is set to mark America’s 250th anniversary. Public officials are warning peopl...

NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)Jul 3, 2026

Vegetation fire burns Adobe Loop Trail area in Mountain View

Firefighters were battling a fire burning both sides of Adobe Loop Trail in Mountain View. The Mountain View Fire Department said the fire was burning a quarter of an acre on both sides of the Adobe Loop Trail. The forward progress of the fire was stopped, according to fire...

NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)Jul 3, 2026

Horse, rider injured in hit-and-run crash: SMCSO

(KRON) -- The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office said it is investigating a hit-and-run collision on Wednesday that injured a horse and its rider. SMCSO said deputies responded to the incident at 6:45 p.m. near Woodside Road and Hacienda Drive in Woodside. "Upon arrival, deputies ...

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 3, 2026

The face behind the iconic Golden Gate Bridge fireworks show

San Francisco is preparing to make history this Fourth of July with a massive fireworks show launched directly from the Golden Gate Bridge, a spectacular feat that has only happened twice before. The ambitious display is being orchestrated by fireworks show producer Pat Dyas of P...

KTVU FOX 2 NewsJul 3, 2026

Nation's longest Fourth of July parade is right here, in the Bay Area

Alameda is preparing for one of its biggest Independence Day celebrations yet. The nation's longest Fourth of July parade will honor America's 250th birthday while celebrating the Alameda Fire Department's 150 years of service. Parade Grand Marshal Fire Chief Nick Luby joined us ...

KTVU FOX 2 NewsJul 3, 2026

July 4th fireworks: How to watch & stream fireworks displays from across the US

On July 4, 2026, our nation commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Celebrations and fireworks displays will take place across the country. Here's how to watch live and stream fireworks displays from across the U.S....

KTVU FOX 2 NewsJul 3, 2026

Marina braces for Golden Gate Bridge fireworks show, massive crowds

San Francisco is preparing for its major July 4th fireworks display on Saturday night, an event expected to draw massive crowds as pyrotechnics are launched directly from the Golden Gate Bridge for only the third time in history....

KTVU FOX 2 NewsJul 3, 2026

Will the fog affect the Golden Gate Bridge fireworks show?

Bay Area residents are poised to be treated to a spectacular fireworks show set off near the Golden Gate Bridge on July 4, but with San Francisco's typical summer weather pattern, the perennial question is: Will the fog cloud the pyrotechnics?...

KTVU FOX 2 NewsJul 3, 2026

Bay Area fire officials warn of illegal fireworks risk ahead of Fourth of July

Fire departments and law enforcement agencies across the Bay Area are urging people not to use illegal fireworks during Saturday’s Fourth of July celebrations. With hot, dry conditions across the region, the Alameda County Fire Department is adding four fire engines and 20 add...

NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)Jul 3, 2026

Golden Gate Bridge fireworks will be a rare patriotic event

This year on July 4th, for the third time in history, an organized fireworks display will be held at San Francisco's iconic Golden Gate Bridge. This only happned in twice before in 1987 and 2012 for the bridge's 50th and 75th annivesary. Expect crowds to be massive and public tra...

KTVU FOX 2 NewsJul 3, 2026

1 dead after rollover crash on Highway 101 near SFO

(KRON) -- A man died after a rollover crash involving two vehicles on southbound Highway 101 near the San Francisco International Airport on-ramp Wednesday evening, according to the California Highway Patrol Redwood City area office. CHP Redwood City said officers received report...

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 3, 2026

Santa Rosa man caught with illegal M-150 firecracker, brass knuckles: Petaluma PD

(KRON) -- A 55-year-old Santa Rosa man faces multiple charges after Petaluma police said officers located brass knuckles, an illegal M-150 firecracker and Oxycodone during a search Monday. Police said patrol officers contacted the suspect, identified as Dan Flynn, and found him t...

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 3, 2026

How to watch KRON4 Fourth of July fireworks special

(KRON) -- The Fourth of July festivities are this weekend, and fireworks shows are expected throughout the Bay Area on Saturday. A special spectacle is taking place in San Francisco as the fireworks will be shown coming from the Golden Gate Bridge. However, if you want to watch t...

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 3, 2026

2 injured after car crashes at Boudin Bakery in SF Fisherman's Wharf

(KRON) -- Two people were injured after a car crashed into the Boudin Bakery at Fisherman's Wharf on Thursday afternoon, according to the San Francisco Fire Department. First responders received a call at 1:24 p.m. at the iconic cafe/bakery chain on Jefferson Street. Footage from...

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 3, 2026

VPD: San Francisco man caught exposing himself near children

(KRON) -- Emergency dispatchers recently received a 911 call from a witness in Vacaville who reported that a man was exposing himself while watching children playing nearby. The witness yelled at the man, "I'm gonna call the cops," and he walked away. Vacaville Police Department ...

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 3, 2026

Fourth of July Golden Gate fireworks expected to bring big crowds, traffic to SF

San Francisco is usually packed with visitors for the Fourth of July, but this year the holiday is expected to bring in especially big crowds with the holiday marking America’s 250th anniversary and with a fireworks display scheduled to go from the Golden Gate Bridge. This wil...

NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)Jul 2, 2026

Concord police seeking armed garage intruders

A crew of burglars have been stealing remotes from cars to gain access to garages in Concord to steal valuables. In at least one case, one thief was caught on video training his gun at door leading into the house....

KTVU FOX 2 NewsJul 2, 2026

Driver dies after overturn crash near San Francisco International Airport

A person died following an overturn crash on Highway 101 near San Francisco International Airport on Thursday, according to the California Highway Patrol. CHP said dispatch received a 911 call just before 7 p.m. reporting a crash southbound Highway 101, south of the SFO on ram...

NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)Jul 2, 2026

Ebony Alert issued for 16-year-old girl last seen in San Jose

(KRON) -- On Thursday, the California Highway Patrol issued an Ebony Alert across Santa Clara County for a missing 16-year-old girl who vanished last weekend. The alert was activated by CHP on behalf of the San Jose Police Department. Azaysha Rogers-Bowie was last seen at 10 p.m....

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 2, 2026

List of 4th of July events in the Bay Area

(KRON) -- The July 4th holiday is upon us and as America celebrates its 250th birthday, there will be 4th of July celebrations, events and fireworks across the Bay Area this weekend. From the Golden Gate Bridge to Half Moon Bay, you'll find fun activities for the family this week...

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 2, 2026

'Safe and Sane' fireworks are illegal in San Francisco, police remind residents

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- With the Fourth of July two days away, San Francisco police, sheriff, and fire departments are reminding residents and visitors that all fireworks -- including those branded as "Safe and Sane" -- are illegal in the city. Every Independence Day, thousands o...

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 2, 2026

Coast Guard details safety plan for July Fourth Golden Gate Bridge fireworks show

The United States Coast Guard on Thursday outlined its plans for keeping people safe during the July Fourth fireworks show at the Golden Gate Bridge. “We fully anticipate to have a large crowd, both onshore and on the water,” U.S. Coast Guard Capt. Jared Toczko said. “This is ...

NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)Jul 2, 2026

Air Force officer arrested at Capitol after calling for Trump's impeachment

An Air Force major was arrested in uniform on the steps of the Capitol after he called for the impeachment of President Donald Trump. U.S. Capitol Police arrested Jason Watson, an active-duty service member, on Wednesday afternoon following remarks at a news conference where h...

NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)Jul 2, 2026

San Rafael teen arrested after shooting leaves man hospitalized

(KRON) -- An 18-year-old San Rafael man accused of shooting a man in the torso during an argument last week was taken into custody Thursday, police said. Diego Alejandro Diaz Flores was booked into the Marin County Jail on suspicion of attempted homicide following his arrest at a...

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 2, 2026

Where to watch July 4 fireworks on Golden Gate Bridge

(KRON) -- The iconic July 4 fireworks show in San Francisco usually takes place at Fisherman's Wharf/Pier 39. However, to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, things will be a little different this year. For the first time in 14 years, the Independence Day fireworks will be sho...

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 2, 2026

Upcoming Golden Gate Bridge road closures

In light of celebrating America's 250th anniversary, the Golden Gate Bridge will be closed to traffic for a historic fireworks show on Saturday.

KTVU FOX 2 NewsJul 2, 2026

Golden Gate Bridge will be closed for July 4 fireworks show: what to know

Be prepared for the Golden Gate Bridge to be fully closed for an hour during the peak of the July 4 holiday because of a rare fireworks display to be shot off from towers and barges – directly above and below – the iconic San Francisco structure....

KTVU FOX 2 NewsJul 2, 2026

Driver charged with manslaughter in fatal San Francisco crash

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A Discovery Bay man was arrested Tuesday in connection with a crash in San Francisco’s Mission District that killed one pedestrian and injured three others, according to police. Samuel Powell, 57, was charged with vehicular manslaughter and for not exercis...

KRON4 (KRON-TV)Jul 2, 2026

California crime rates dropping

New data released by the California Department of Justice shows since 2019, crime rates have declined across every major category: the homicide rate is down 20%, robbery rate is down 31%, property crime rate is down 24%, motor vehicle theft rate is down 19%, and violent crime rat...

KTVU FOX 2 NewsJul 2, 2026