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Tiger Woods enters plea agreement to reckless driving charge following March rollover crash in Florida
Tiger Woods has pleaded no contest to a reckless driving charge in Florida.
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San Francisco firefighters rescue man from garbage truck
San Francisco firefighters rescued a man from a garbage truck at Mason and Eddy streets at about 4 a.m. Residents heard the man yelling from inside the truck and it took firefighters two hours to pull out the crash and get the man out. The man was taken to the hospital....
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Firefighters rescue person trapped inside garbage truck in Union Square
A bystander flagged down the Recology driver, saying a person was yelling from inside the garbage truck.
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Second man identified in fatal Tomales Bay canoeing trip
(KRON) -- Officials in the North Bay have released the identity of the second man whose body was recovered from the water near Tomales Bay on Sunday following a deadly overnight canoeing trip. Alexander Ferguson, 37, of Pacifica, was found deceased and pulled from the water near ...
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25 immigrants detained at SFO for three days or more this year: report
A Chronicle investigation determined at least 25 immigrants have been detained at SFO for three days or more in 2026.
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Meet the celebrities vying for the mirrorball trophy on 'Dancing with the Stars' season 35!
Jenna Dewan, Tyler Cameron, Conner Leavitt, Julia Stiles and Harry Shum Jr. are among the celebrities vying for the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy on "Dancing with the Stars" Season 35....
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Dollywood theme park will add new features, including a waterfall, to honor Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton’s theme park in east Tennessee will unveil new features for fans to honor the life of the “dreamer-in-chief,” Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80 . Sevierville, in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, will also be placing markers throughout the city for a ...
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Man stuck in San Francisco garbage truck
There are reports of a man stuck in a San Francisco garbage truck.
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Two fires in Big Sur close sections of Highway 1
Authorities have closed Highway 1 in two separate locations: an 11-mile stretch north of Big Sur and a 16-mile stretch to the south. The road closures effectively cut off access from both the Bay Area and Los Angeles....
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Woman reveals more about man posing as 49er in romance fraud
A woman who went out on a date with Daejon Love said she knew him as "John Prince" and went out on a date with him. He claimed to be a Swiss real estate developer, but she felt something was off....
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The latest tech billboard trend? Anti-AI graffiti
Across the city, spray painted screeds against the city’s AI boom and its billionaires have popped up on AI billboards.
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Berkeley is arguing with its homeless residents over which sidewalks they can camp on
Unlike other Bay Area cities, Berkeley does not have a local camping ban. Now, neighbors say a West Berkeley encampment is spiraling out of control.
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Lurie vowed to add more shelters. A $7M cabin community has sat empty nearly a year
Neighborhood politics, tense lease negotiations, and bureaucratic paralysis has left 60 usable shelter beds in limbo.
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What the Warriors’ rotation will look like until Jimmy Butler returns
With Moses Moody also recovering from knee surgery, there’s a clear path to playing time for Golden State’s young wings.
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The best events in San Francisco this Labor Day weekend
Fill the your holiday with a free Grateful Dead tribute in Golden Gate Park, the Hungry Ghost Festival in Chinatown, Hiero Day, and more.
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She broke all the rules — and paved the way for San Francisco’s Thai food boom
With a new cookbook and a noodle shop on the way, Pim Techamuanvivit of Kin Khao and Nari is always moving forward.
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Wildfire victim compromise bill collapses in California Assembly
A compromise plan intended to assist California wildfire survivors collapsed in the state Assembly on the final day of the legislative session following intense pushback from major utility companies....
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‘She's a legend': Venus Williams' husband reveals how marriage reshaped her life and tennis
Venus Williams is embarking on a new chapter as a married woman competing on the biggest tennis stages. While the seven‑time Grand Slam singles champion is on the road often, she is based in Florida with her husband, Andrea Preti. He says the work she puts into her game each day ...
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San Francisco firefighters respond to person trapped in garbage truck
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Firefighters in San Francisco are responding to a person trapped in a garbage truck Wednesday morning, according to the fire department. Crews are digging out the garbage to access the victim, officials said at 5:38 a.m. The San Francisco Fire Department s...
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California wildfire liability plan stalls in Assembly
A compromise plan that was supposed to help wildfire victims was killed in the California Assembly on the final day of the legislative session.
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49ers get ready to play LA Rams in Australia
The 49ers are leaving for Australia to play the LA Rams overseas.
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2 men killed in wrong-way crash in Santa Clara identified
Two men who died in a fiery, wrong-way crash in Santa Clara last week have been identified, the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner’s Office announced Wednesday. On Aug. 26, police responded to Montague Expressway at the Lafayette Street overpass where they found a GMC SUV on its...
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49ers set to embark on NFL's longest road trip for season opener in Australia
The San Francisco 49ers got instructions for how to prepare for the longest road trip in NFL history as they get set to depart the Bay Area for Melbourne, Australia, late Wednesday night for the season opener against the Los Angeles Rams next week. They were given advice on how t...
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Light rainfall brushes Bay Area Wednesday
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- Showers are expected to brush across the Bay Area on Wednesday, potentially impacting the North Bay with some wet conditions. Daytime highs will be mostly in the mid 60s to low 70s on the coast, in the high 60s to mid 70s around the bay, and in the high 70...
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Lindsay Clancy verdict: Jury set to deliberate for fifth day after telling judge they were deadlocked
Lindsay Clancy, a former labor and delivery nurse, doesn’t deny strangling her children, but she says postpartum psychosis led to her actions.
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SFPD records and footage raise questions about legality of Pride weekend arrests
SFPD statements claim cops gave dispersal orders before making arrests. Internal police report and bodycam footage suggest otherwise. SFPD records and footage raise questions about legality of Pride weekend arrests...
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What happens next if the jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial can't reach a verdict?
The closely watched trial has featured conflicting testimony about her mental health and what role it played in the killings.
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Aisha Wahab sworn into Congress to fill Eric Swalwell's seat
California Sen. Aisha Wahab was officially sworn into the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday, becoming the first Afghan American to serve in Congress. Wahab is filling the state’s 14th Congressional District seat , vacated by former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who resigned from C...
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Sunset Dunes becomes proxy battle in San Francisco congressional race
While Chan’s stance is seen as a winner on the Westside, Wiener is banking that it’s a winner for him across San Francisco. Sunset Dunes becomes proxy battle in San Francisco congressional race...
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USS Abraham Lincoln arrives in Thailand following its record-setting deployment in Middle East
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has docked in eastern Thailand after its grueling deployment in the Middle East.
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6 survive after small jet crashes while landing in Central California
Six people survived after a small jet crashed while landing at a Central California airport Tuesday morning, according to officials. The FAA said the Cessna 560XL crashed at about 11:45 a.m. at Porterville Municipal Airport in Tulare County. The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office sai...
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Labor Day traffic and travel: Busiest times to drive and fly
Labor Day weekend is almost here and travelers across the country are gearing up to head to the airport or hit the highway for the last vacation of the summer....
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Driver arrested on suspicion of DUI, manslaughter after passenger dies in San Bruno crash
The driver of a car that hit a pole in San Bruno last weekend, killing a passenger, has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and manslaughter, police said Tuesday. Early Sunday morning just before 1 a.m., officers responded to a solo vehicle crash near the in...
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San Jose officials to vote on new name for downtown plaza
San Jose is one step closer to choosing a new name for its downtown plaza, with the options now narrowed to two. The plaza was previously named for labor leader Cesar Chavez, but city workers covered his name following serious allegations of sexual assault and misconduct against ...
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‘Dancing with the Stars' unveils season 35 cast: Meet the celebrities and pros
Cue the music for “Dancing With the Stars” because season 35 is ready to take the floor. The reality television dance competition is rolling out a fresh mix of actors, Olympians, reality personalities and viral creators, all hoping to spin their way to the Len Goodman Mirrorball ...
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Earth set to exceed global warming threshold, UN report warns. What happens now?
In a strategic retreat in the fight against climate change, the United Nations has acknowledged that Earth has lost its chance to prevent some of the worst of global warming’s harms. So now the world must figure out how to get temperatures below the danger zone and back to safety...
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Corte Madera advances tobacco, nicotine bans
Corte Madera City Council is one step closer to banning sales of all nicotine and tobacco products.
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Pacifica planning commissioner among 2 boaters found dead in Tomales Bay
Friends, neighbors and city officials are mourning the loss of 37-year-old Alexander Ferguson, who was identified by the Marin County Coroner as one of two boaters found dead in Tomales Bay over the weekend....
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Man rescued from inside garbage truck in San Francisco
A man was rescued from inside a garbage truck early Wednesday morning in San Francisco, according to the fire department. Firefighters were dispatched around 4:11 a.m. to the 100 block of Mason Street following a report of a person trapped inside a Recology garbage truck. Accordi...
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Olivia Rodrigo launches Grammy Museum exhibit based on 'the cure' music video
Olivia Rodrigo launches her new exhibit "the cure unraveled" at the Grammy Museum, showcasing the artistry behind the music video. It's open Sept. 2, 2026 through Feb. 22, 2027....
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Unsettled Wednesday Weather
Light rain is currently approaching the North Bay and will arrive by Wednesday morning, while a historic, record-deep 5,200-foot marine layer continues to trap an unseasonably cold, fall-like air mass over Northern California. Wednesday Morning Arrival: Light rain and pre-frontal...
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17,000 SF residents facing SNAP cuts: Here's how city's new job program could save their benefits
Thousands of San Franciscans who receive CalFresh food assistance could begin losing benefits under new federal work requirements, prompting city leaders to launch a program aimed at helping residents maintain eligibility....
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Marin Co officials identify 2 boaters found dead in Tomales Bay
Marin County Sheriff's Office identifies both boaters found dead on Sunday found in Tomales Bay
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Chinatown merchants frustrated by crowds, construction as seniors move into alley
Chinatown merchants say crowds of seniors displaced by the Portsmouth Square construction are creating problems along Hang Ah Street, as businesses contend with multiple major construction projects expected to last years. City officials acknowledge the disruption and say they are...
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California wildfire compensation bill stalls in Sacramento
A California wildfire compensation bill intended to support victims of major blazes failed to move forward in Sacramento after the State Assembly opted not to hold a vote on the measure....
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Ariana Grande bids fans tearful farewell at her final show before break from spotlight
Ariana Grande’s final words, before she stepped offstage and out of the spotlight, were for her fans. Addressing the crowd during her last concert in London Tuesday before she takes a break from the public eye, the singer was full of emotion and gratitude. Grande thanked the audi...
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San Jose bakery burglarized twice in less than a month
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) -- A San Jose bakery was burglarized over the weekend, marking the second time the owners have been targeted in less than a month. Security video shows a thief breaking into the Celtic Tea Shoppe just after 6 a.m. Sunday at Branham Plaza in San Jose's Pine...