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'Sounds of explosions' alert 6 displaced residents before Santa Rosa blaze, say officials
(KRON) -- The Santa Rosa Fire Department said five adults and one child heard "sounds of explosions from the back yard" of their two-story, single-family home before being displaced in a fire Thursday afternoon. No injuries or fatalities were reported. The fire broke out at 2:48 ...
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Lionel Richie, Earth, Wind & Fire concert at Chase Center postponed due to medical emergency
The Chase Center and Earth, Wind & Fire issued statements at 7:20 p.m. for the 7:30 p.m. show, forcing thousands of fans inside the arena and waiting in lines outside to exit the building....
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Lionel Richie, Earth, Wind & Fire concert at Chase Center abruptly canceled
(KRON) -- Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire's concert Thursday night at Chase Center was abruptly canceled the evening of the show. A member of Earth, Wind & Fire suffered a medical emergency, according to the band's social media post. Earth, Wind & Fire neither disclosed whic...
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SF real estate investor wanted in pandemic relief scam for over 6 months finally in custody
Violating the Endangered Species Act, filing false tax returns, wire and mail fraud in connection with $11 million worth of art -- those are some of "Lucky Luke" Brugnara's convictions. His latest charges involve threats and a 9mm Glock out at Thornton State Beach, and the govern...
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Wiener built an AI chatbot to mock Chan’s politics. Pelosi says it’s ‘sexist’ and ‘racist’
The race between state Sen. Scott Wiener and Connie Chan to succeed Pelosi in Congress is taking a turn for the personal.
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Outside Lands final preps
Crews are working to put the finishing touches in place for the Outside Lands music, art and food festival in place. The headliners are expected to draw more than 75,000 fans for each of the three days of the festival....
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$300,000 in rewards offered after two postal worker attacks
Authorities are offering $150,000 rewards for information in two separate attacks on Bay Area postal workers.
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Inside the long lines at Oakland's EDD office
Pregnant women, people with disabilities and others seeking help from California's Employment Development Department say they are waiting for hours on the phone and in long lines at the Oakland office, only to be turned away without assistance....
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Silicon Valley Pain Index illustrates severe income inequality
A new report from San Jose State University highlights the wealth gap in the Silicon Valley.
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Spokane arson suspect confesses to starting Old Trails fire
A man charged with starting one of the wildfires in Spokane, Washington, that have destroyed hundreds of buildings planned the crime for weeks and researched when the weather would be best for igniting it, police said....
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2 hospitalized after vehicle rear-ends packed Muni bus, says SFFD
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Two people were hospitalized after a vehicle hit the back of a Muni 5R bus "that was full of passengers" during Thursday evening rush hour, said the San Francisco Fire Department. The collision happened around 5:30 p.m. near Divisadero and McAllister stree...
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2 arrested in deadly San Jose triple shooting
Two people have been arrested in connection with a deadly triple shooting in San Jose. Jose Rivera, 30, and Laura Beltran-Gaitan, 25, were arrested in the July 26 shooting....
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Community rallies to support families displaced by Foster City fire
FOSTER CITY, Calif. (KRON) -- Police arrested a Foster City man in connection with a condominium fire last Sunday that destroyed 51 units and displaced dozens of residents. Investigators identified the suspect as Keith Tompkins and said the fire was sparked by a propane grill. Th...
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SF plans to close schools — but Mission Bay just got a new one
The bustling Mission Bay has a new school, but SFUSD’s lottery system means that some neighbors will miss out.
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Suspect arrested in Foster City condo fire
An arrest has been made in connection with a fire that destroyed a Foster City condominium complex and displaced more than 150 residents, authorities said....
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'Project Runway' contestant Naheim Muhammad talks paper towel fashion, critiques from judges
What's it really like in that "Project Runway" work room in the midst of a challenge? Contestant Naheim Muhammad takes us behind the scenes of the iconic competition show, airing Thursdays on Freeform and streaming the next day on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+....
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Florida man charged with attempted murder, accused of turning off air supply of submerged teen diver
A former Florida boating safety task force member was charged with attempted second-degree murder after he allegedly turned off the air supply of a submerged teenage lobster diver, authorities said....
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Alleged 'master of disguise' faces federal charges for armed robberies: Officials
A man who federal prosecutors in Atlanta nicknamed "master of disguise" is facing charges for allegedly robbing 10 businesses at gunpoint.
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Viral Mexican mascot 'Dr. Simi' announces meet-and-greet tour
(KRON) -- The viral Mexican sensation "Dr. Simi" is now taking the U.S. by storm, bringing his signature charm to fans with a series of meet-and-greet events at pharmacies across the country, including stops in the Bay Area. "Dr. Simi," known as the mascot for Mexico-based pharma...
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What you need know about Outside Lands road closures, Waymo restrictions
Wristbands double as Muni passes, robotaxis are geofenced, and the city really doesn't want you to drive there.
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'We need our money': EDD applicants line up overnight at Oakland office as delays persist
Bay Area residents say the EDD's phone lines are "impossible" to get through to, and at the Oakland office, they face long lines of hundreds of people waiting to get help....
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'Writhing in pain': SUV driver convicted in SF Tenderloin hit-and-run that dragged victim sleeping on mattress
(KRON) -- A man was convicted in a hit-and-run incident last June where he ran over a person who was sleeping on a mattress in front of his SUV in the city's Tenderloin neighborhood, San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced Thursday. Patrick Davis, 55, was convict...
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Did Oakland build its way out of a rental crisis?
A two-bedroom apartment in San Francisco is double the cost of one in Oakland, according to Zumper data.
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CA 988 mental health tech is years overdue, linked to troubled Next Gen 911 upgrade
In 2019, 23-year-old Miles Hall was suffering from mental illness when he was shot and killed by police in Walnut Creek. Officers said he ran towards them with a metal pole gardening tool. “We had already known Miles had schizophrenia . He had a delusion and thought this garden t...
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Children crash car, seriously injure woman walking dog in Oakland
Two children took their mother's car out, sideswiped another vehicle before crashing into and seriously injuring a woman walking her dog, according to police and witnesses....
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WATCH: Dashcam captures the split second a routine Tennessee traffic stop goes sideways
A shocking dashcam video released by the Tennessee Highway Patrol shows the moment a patrol cruiser was blindsided during a traffic stop, sending it crashing into another vehicle....
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Child driving car strikes woman walking dog in Oakland
Two children younger than 10 were in a car driven by one of the children when it struck a woman walking in a crosswalk in Oakland, critically injuring her, police said....
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Richmond Buzz: Boots Riley, free coffee, and more
“Richmond Buzz” is a recurring column on changes, tidbits and other news from the Richmond. This week: new gyms on Geary, and weekend special events. Richmond Buzz: Boots Riley, free coffee, and more...
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United flight blows out tire during takeoff, safely returns to SFO
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A United Airlines flight departing San Francisco International Airport Thursday morning blew a tire and was forced to return to the airport. According to a United Airlines representative, UA1189 took off with 165 passengers and eight crew members. The flig...
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Sponsored: Meet the Chinatown restaurant that’s rebuilt its menu around dumplings
At Fusion Dumpling, Jenny Wu’s cherished Shanghai food memories meet chef Truman Du’s classic Chongqing roots.
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Director Ridley Scott promises "drama, fear, terror" in new sci-fi action movie 'The Dog Stars'
"Drama. Fear. Terror. You've got a perfect storm." Ridley Scott, Jacob Elordi and more discuss their new sci-fi action movie, "The Dog Stars."
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New mobile dental clinic launches in Oakland to serve uninsured residents
OAKLAND, Calif. (KRON) -- La Clinica de la Raza and the Order of Malta Clinic of Northern California partnered today to launch a mobile dental clinic in Oakland. The initiative provides free dental care for residents who do not have health insurance. The mobile clinic is located ...
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Water main break snarls traffic in Walnut Creek
(KRON) -- The City of Walnut Creek is reporting a water main break that is impacting traffic Thursday afternoon. The city's alert system sent a notice to residents around 2:15 p.m. that said to avoid N Main Street between Sun Valley Drive and Treat/Geary Road. If you're familiar ...
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Community gathers to discuss toxic chemicals found under Richmond school campus
On Thursday, parents, students and community members gathered at Richmond City Hall to hear directly from the school district, city officials and scientists with the Department of Toxic Substances Control following the discovery of toxic chemicals under a high school campus. Scie...
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Miss North Carolina USA loses crown after organizer condemns 'racism, homophobia, transphobia'
Miss North Carolina USA was stripped of her crown weeks before the Miss USA pageant after organizers cited an extended pattern of conduct violating the organization's standards....
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76 illegal guns seized, 51 people charged in Oakland crackdown
(KRON) -- Federal prosecutors say a coordinated law enforcement effort in Oakland led to the seizure of 76 illegally possessed guns and federal charges against 51 people. The U.S. Attorney's Office said the enforcement took place between March and July of this year and involved f...
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City of Richmond to hold a town hall, updating community on toxic substances at Kennedy High School
(KRON) -- On Thursday night, the City of Richmond will hold a Town Hall to update the community on the ongoing testing of toxic substances at Kennedy High School and the Richmond Swim Center. The West Contra Costa Unified School District will be providing details along with Depar...
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Fairfield woman missing for nearly 3 weeks
Authorities are searching for a Fairfield woman who has been missing for nearly three weeks.
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Meet the District 10 candidates: What is your #1 priority?
We asked the three frontrunner candidates to replace Supervisor Shamann Walton what their top priority is. Here's how they responded. Meet the District 10 candidates: What is your #1 priority?...
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Trump administration moves to decertify Kentucky organ donation group
The Trump administration said Wednesday it will shut down a Kentucky organ donation group accused of continuing plans for organ retrieval from some patients who unexpectedly showed signs of life....
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Miss North Carolina USA 2026 stripped of title as organization condemns 'racism, homophobia'
Brittany Boltinhouse, Miss North Carolina USA 2026, was stripped of her title, the Miss USA organization announced on Wednesday.