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San Francisco mayor, fire chief speak after boat capsizes near Alcatraz
San Francisco's fire chief and Mayor Daniel Lurie detailed what happened when a boat capsized near Alcatraz Island.
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Man dead after SF SoMa vehicle collision: PD
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- The San Francisco Police Department says an investigation is underway after a fatal vehicle collision involving a pedestrian in the city's South of Market neighborhood on Tuesday morning. SFPD said officers responded at approximately 4:07 a.m. to the 200 b...
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San Francisco Boat Sinks Near Alcatraz Island, 1 Dead, 1 Missing - TMZ
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Lake Merritt street vendor who ignored warning from police arrested
(KRON) -- The Oakland Police Department arrested a Union City woman for selling alcohol at Lake Merritt to an underage decoy buyer, according to police. Officers faced a "hostile crowd" while making the arrest, OPD wrote. Oakland police began investigating the unlicensed mobile a...
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Supreme Court justices seek security funding in first Capitol Hill testimony in 7 years
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified on Capitol Hill Tuesday, requesting a major security funding boost in the first Supreme Court testimony in 7 years....
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California not among states seeing cyclosporiasis increase, health officials say
Despite the surge elsewhere, California is not among the states currently experiencing an increase in cyclosporiasis cases, health officials say.
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One person dead and two missing after boat sinks near San Francisco’s Alcatraz Island - The Guardian
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Pneumonia-causing bacteria detected in tap water at California state office
The waterborne bacteria was detected in Lodi in June, SEIU Local 1000 said.
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Boat sinks in San Francisco Bay near Alcatraz Island
A water rescue was underway Tuesday afternoon after a boat fire in the San Francisco Bay near Alcatraz Island.
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Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool drained again for repairs after setbacks
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been completely drained as crew members initiate another round of repairs following months of persistent complications at the iconic National Mall landmark....
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Board of Supervisors pass sweeping changes to S.F. city code
Some supervisors argue Mandelman’s 362-page ordinance is too complicated for a single vote. It passed anyway. Board of Supervisors pass sweeping changes to S.F. city code...
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San Francisco supervisors pass sweeping changes to city code - Mission Local
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Alcatraz boat rescue: 17 people pulled from water
Seventeen people were rescued and one person remains unaccounted for after a boat capsized near Alcatraz on Tuesday.
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San Francisco boat rescue underway near Alcatraz
A dramatic search and rescue effort centered around a boat is underway on San Francisco Bay near Alcatraz. 17 people have been rescued and at least one person remains missing, officials say....
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'General Hospital,' 'The View,' 'Live with Kelly and Mark' and more earn Daytime Emmy Nominations
'General Hospital,' 'The View,' 'Live with Kelly and Mark' and more earn multiple Daytime Emmy Nominations!
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1 dead, 3 missing after boat sinks near Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, authorities say - CBS News
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At least 1 killed amid boat rescue in San Francisco Bay near Alcatraz
At least one person was killed after an incident on a boat in the San Francisco Bay Tuesday afternoon, prompting a massive response from crews working to rescue people....
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Texas launches investigates LinkedIn over claims of 'ghost jobs'
The Texas Attorney General's office is investigating LinkedIn over claims the platform misleads users and profits from fake or inactive "ghost jobs."
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Up to 9 people injured in SF Bay boat fire near Alcatraz: SFFD
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- The San Francisco Fire Department said crews are responding Tuesday afternoon to a boat that caught on fire, about 600-yards from Alcatraz, which has injured up to nine people. SFFD said crews and the US Coast Guard responded around 3:30 p.m.. The extent o...
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Boat rescue near San Francisco's Alcatraz Island
Rescue crews are responding to an apparent boat fire near Alcatraz Island off the coast of San Francisco.
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United passenger says crew ordered him to change controversial T-shirt before he could travel
A New Jersey man says he was forced to change an anti-war T-shirt before boarding a United Airlines flight after a flight attendant deemed the message offensive....
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Coachella headliner Karol G adds fellow Latin superstar as opener for Levi's Stadium concert
(KRON) -- Coming off a historic Coachella performance in April as the first Latina to headline, Karol G is back on the road for a world tour that begins this month. She is set to perform at two concerts in Levi's Stadium on Friday, Aug. 21 and Saturday, Aug. 22. Fans planning to ...
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Thousands of Bay Area PG&E customers face potential power shutoffs
(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...
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East Bay teen swims North Channel from Ireland to Scotland
(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 ...
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House passes bill to 'ditch the switch' and make daylight saving time permanent
The Senate passed a bill four years ago to make daylight saving time permanent, but it stalled in the House.
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Naked man smoking near propane tanks arrested after smashing store: FPD
(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 a...
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‘Section 415’ podcast: Analyzing the Valkyries’ surprise championship push
Golden State’s seven-game winning streak is the longest in the WNBA.
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Six-time Olympic medalist Suni Lee announces gymnastics return 2 years ahead of LA Olympics
Olympian Suni Lee is officially returning to competitive gymnastics ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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Man fleeing immigration officers in Florida is struck and killed by tractor trailer, police say
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....
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Taco Bell investigated as lettuce emerges as possible source of cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taco Bell is under investigation as health officials identify lettuce as the likely source of a recent cyclospora outbreak.
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SF to vote on drug-free supportive housing plan for homeless backed by Supervisor Matt Dorsey
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....
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Urgent rescues after boat sinks off San Francisco’s infamous Alcatraz Island - Yahoo
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Raising Cane’s in Walnut Creek to replace longtime drive-thru
(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 ...
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Goodbye middle seat: United Airlines announces new seating option
United Airlines is introducing a new Economy Plus seating option that replaces the traditional middle seat with an open space and shared table.
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1 dead in fiery, single-vehicle crash in San Mateo
One person died Tuesday evening after their vehicle crashed into a light pole and caught fire, authorities said. The crash occurred about 7:15 p.m. near the 1900 block of Alameda de las Pulgas. San Mateo police said a vehicle was traveling through the intersection of Highway 9...
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Pet heat safety: staying cool in the summer
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 Medic...
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House passes Daylight Saving Time bill: What it means for your state
The U.S. House has passed the Sunshine Protection Act, which would allow states to enact Daylight Saving Time year-round — with an option to opt out.
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House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
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 ...
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'Not your racetrack': Bicyclist's death renews safety concerns on San Mateo Co. roads
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....
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Santa Clara is going door to door to collect recalled Costco grapevines
The county is asking for help with the "collection effort."
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SFPD drone livestreams exposed operations online for months, investigation shows
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....
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Mahmoud Khalil files suit alleging a 'public-private' conspiracy to target Israel's critics
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....
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This Bay Area city is the most expensive for home renters
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 20...
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Lucid bankruptcy rumors see EV maker's stock plummet
(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 cons...
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COVID-19 is showing 'stirrings of a summer surge' in California
However, levels in the Bay Area have still been very low since last fall.
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Man struck by car in SoMa Tuesday morning dies in hospital
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...
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Lucasfilm's 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu' heading to digital July 21, 4K UHD Aug. 25
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....
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3 teens arrested after acid attack on 6 women in New Jersey
Three teens have been arrested in connection to an acid attack on six women in Jersey City last month, according to the Jersey City Department of Public Safety. The women were splashed with sulfuric acid on June 15 when people on a moped targeted them in their car as they dro...
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Temps rise across inland areas
KTVU meteorologist Rosemary Orozco forecast sunny skies Tuesday, with temperatures climbing in inland areas.
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San Jose man sentenced after dashcam video shows him intentionally causing road rage crash
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....
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San Francisco teen to earn Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award
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 exc...
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‘Miracle on the Hudson’ pilot Sully Sullenberger reveals Alzheimer’s diagnosis
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....
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"The only thing left to fear? Survivors.": Final trailer for Ridley Scott's "The Dog Stars" out now
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....
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Oakland men to stand trial in robbery killing of LA fitness influencer
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....