The San Francisco
All News
business
Family of Donike Goncaj, grandmother killed after falling into open New York City manhole, accuses utility company of negligence in lawsuit
The family of Donike Goncaj, a grandmother killed after falling into an open New York City manhole, accuses a utility company of negligence in a wrongful death lawsuit....
safety
A tortured kitten, a rooftop chase, and a drone: The case SF’s DA can’t keep behind bars
The DA says a state Supreme Court ruling forced officials to release the man ahead of Monday’s arraignment despite the “sickening” nature of the crime....
Local
Alleged San Francisco kitten killer caught on rooftop - The San Francisco Standard
Alleged San Francisco kitten killer caught on rooftop <font col...
safety
YMCA summer camp counselor accused of sexually assaulting 2nd girl in Morgan Hill
Police said Friday the YMCA summer camp counselor accused of sexually assaulting a girl at a summer day camp in Morgan Hill earlier this month had allegedly done the same thing to a second girl that same day. Morgan Hill police said the report came on July 9, the same day 25-y...
Local
Meet the billionaires behind $336M ‘explosion’ of money in California politics, per new report
San Francisco is no stranger to concentrated wealth shaping City Hall, and big-money spenders did well here during the last primary. Meet the billionaires behind $336M ‘explosion’ of money in California politics, per new report...
safety
Oakland is changing wildfire property inspections after attacks on firefighters
Oakland firefighters will no longer enter private property to conduct vegetation inspections after a series of attacks and intimidation incidents, but the change has drawn concern from Oakland Hills residents who worry about an increase in wildfire risk....
government
Mullin threatens to withhold aid from states that don’t comply with DHS election directives
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin threatened to strip states of federal election-related aid if they don't comply with the administration's voting roll probe....
Local
SF DA charges alleged kitten killer with animal torture
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A 33-year-old man who allegedly tortured a kitten to death earlier this month in San Francisco was formally charged with multiple felonies, District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced Friday. William Ohlson, a resident of Reno, Nev., was charged with felony...
Local
Christopher Nolan's epic tale, "The Odyssey" to take over the Box Office
The Backstage Experience co-host, Dave Morales joins Fox Local San Francisco to preview the highly-anticipated epic, "The Odyssey." Morales reviews Christopher Nolan's latest picture and shares his interview with Matt Damon....
Local
Teenage employment in the summer season
Andy Challenger joins Fox Local San Francisco to talk about teens and parents navigating through the process of summertime jobs.
Local
Charges announced in SF jail assault
San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announces charges in connection to a sex assault incident that occurred at a San Francisco County jail.
safety
San Francisco sheriff's deputy charged with sex acts involving inmate
A San Francisco Sheriff's deputy is accused of engaging in sex acts with an inmate and trying to dissuade her from reporting the alleged crime.
Local
Sacramento County woman identified as 2nd of 4 victims in deadly boat incident in San Francisco Bay - KCRA
Sacramento County wom...
News
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Taylor Farms recalling all central Mexico iceberg lettuce from US market
Taylor Farms said Friday that it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced at a central Mexico farm from the United States market.
government
New legislation would allow SF cannabis retailers to operate as Amsterdam-style cafes
San Francisco is a step closer to allowing Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes after the Board of Supervisors this week approved legislation that would allow existing cannabis retailers to apply for permits to operate as cafes....
News
Inside Mostly Cloudy, SF’s Most Eclectic Electronic Music Party - KQED
Inside Mostly Cloudy, SF’s Most ...
News
Two grill-related recalls from Cuisinart to look out for before your next cookout
The grill brushes are under recall due to the possibility their metal wire bristles can become dislodged... And make their way into your food.
Local
'Vallejo' single gaining buzz: Jourdan Jade, rising artist making waves
She’s blending Rap and R&B with stories of ambition, perseverance, and hometown pride. Vallejo artist Jourdan Jade shares how her music career has grown and why representing the Bay Area remains at the center of everything she creates....
government
South Bay authorities respond to Trump's voter fraud allegations
The Department of Homeland Security is demanding that California and several other states respond to allegations of widespread voter registration problems involving noncitizens. President Donald Trump leveled the charges during an address from the White House on Thursday. This...
safety
S.F. street ‘gutted’ after pair of fires shutters beloved businesses - San Francisco Chronicle
S.F. street ‘gutted’ after pair of fires shutters beloved busi...
Local
Death toll in Alcatraz Island boat sinking disaster climbs
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A second victim in the Alcatraz Island boat sinking tragedy was confirmed as deceased by officials Friday, one day after the victim's body was found floating near Treasure Island in San Francisco. The second victim was identified as 58-year-old Tondra Madr...
schools
Best planners in 2026 for students and teachers to organize the new school year
Get ready for the 2026 school year with these planners for elementary school, high school, college and for teachers.
News
World Cup final brings taste of Spain to the table ahead of showdown
The FIFA World Cup final is almost here as Spain and Argentina prepare to face off Sunday on KTVU FOX 2. Before kickoff, Teleféric Barcelona Chef Miguel Garcia joins us with a championship-worthy spread featuring the flavors and traditions of Spain....
Local
The Bastille Day SF Festival
From Paris to communities throughout France, Bastille Day is being commemorated with colorful ceremonies, and live entertainment. Here at home, Bay Area residents will also have the opportunity to experience French culture during San Francisco’s annual Bastille Day Festival at Em...
government
San Francisco seeks tougher robotaxi rules after Waymo meltdown fed holiday traffic chaos
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is calling for new statewide standards governing autonomous vehicles during major events and emergencies after traffic gridlock involving Waymo vehicles during the city's Fourth of July celebrations....
News
Hawaii tourism rebounding as travelers find new value opportunities
Hawaii’s tourism industry continues its post-pandemic recovery, with occupancy numbers climbing and travelers returning to the islands. Travel expert Gabe Saglie joined us from the Big Island to explain why this summer and beyond could offer a unique window for visitors looking f...
News
Lead poisoning risk leads to recall of cup in retro syle lunch boxes
A popular collector's item is being recalled after federal safety officials discovered a hidden health hazard.
safety
Street vendor arrested after alleged illegal alcohol sales at Lake Merritt
(BCN) -- A Union City woman was arrested after allegedly selling alcohol without permits at Lake Merritt following a monthlong investigation by the Oakland Police Department and the city's Economic & Workforce Development Department. Police said officers first contacted the woman...
News
Partner of man fatally shot by ICE agent in Maine speaks out: 'My daughter asks for Papa'
The partner of Johan Sebastián Guerrero, who was killed by an ICE during a traffic stop, spoke out Thursday and spoke about the pain her family is enduring....
business
Kentucky family awarded record settlement against gun dealer
A ghost gun organization has been ordered to pay more than $100 million to a Kentucky family after the death of a teenager who bought a pistol-building kit online from the company....
News
Remote Calif. lake in national forest becomes scene of hostage standoff
"The hostages are OK," the Siskiyou County Sheriff's Office confirmed.
News
2 U.S. Forest Service employees rescued after being held hostage at gunpoint
Two U.S. Forest Service employees were rescued with the help of negotiators after being zip-tied and held hostage for nearly 15 hours in Shasta-Trinity National Forest in Northern California, officials said Friday. The two employees were conducting fieldwork when two armed peo...
business
Finger-pointing begins after Solano County loses $3.2B shipyard project to Texas
(FOX40.COM) — Solano County leaders are pointing fingers after losing out on a multi-billion-dollar shipyard. Saronic Technologies, Inc., a venture capital-backed company that manufactures drone boats used in the United States' war against Iran, announced Thursday it selected Bro...
parks
Paul Pelosi charged with misdemeanor hit-and-run over collision in Napa County
Paul Pelosi, husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was charged Friday with a misdemeanor hit-and-run over a collision with a parked car. Pelosi, 86, was driving his brown convertible July 3 in Yountville, a town in the heart of wine country, when he struck a legally pa...
News
Family of death row inmate blames doctor in botched execution
The family of a Tennessee death row inmate, whose execution was halted because of problems inserting an IV, has filed a complaint, accusing the doctor of violating ethics after the failed execution in May....
Local
Something went 'catastrophically wrong' in San Francisco Bay. What caused deadly boat sinking? - Los Angeles Times
Something went 'catastrophica...
Local
A body is recovered after San Francisco boat tragedy but 2 remain missing - AP News
A body is recovered after ...
safety
Lithium-ion batteries suspected in recent fires inside garbage trucks in San Jose
Lithium-ion batteries are believed to be responsible for a series of recent fires inside garbage trucks in San Jose. The San Jose Fire Department said there have been four garbage truck fires in the last month alone, with the latest occurring on Friday. “We know when lithiu...
Local
The Giants’ farm system hasn’t been this good since Buster Posey was a prospect
San Francisco’s struggles in the last decade are directly correlated to the franchise’s inability to identify, draft, and develop top talent.
safety
College student's fatal canoe trip takes turn after lone survivor is arrested months later
The lone survivor of a late-night canoe trip that left a 20-year-old college student dead is now facing criminal charges.
News
Half Moon Bay to face housing enforcement action
State leaders say Half Moon Bay is one of five cities in California that has failed to provide officials with an outline of how the city plans to build more housing....
safety
Zoox recalls fleet after robotaxi enters smoky emergency scene
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- The entire Zoox robotaxi fleet was voluntarily recalled this month after an incident in which one of its driverless cars entered an active emergency scene obscured by heavy smoke, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report. The sa...
News
A 7.3 earthquake hits Mexico-Guatemala border with no immediate damage reported
A strong earthquake struck the southern Mexican Pacific coast on Friday, right on the border with Guatemala, and was felt from Mexico City to El Salvador....