A whimsical last-minute design change, and other inside stories of the Bay Bridge
The new eastern span of the Bay Bridge, which opened in 2013, is widest suspension bridge in the world.
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Officials reveal mistakes that impacted East Bay refinery fire response
Oil crews used incompatible radio systems that delayed establishment of command center by two hours.
Wish Book: Cancer CAREpoint offers a lifeline of support
Cancer CAREpoint provides a place where patients can find community and encouragement from others’ stories and struggles.
Economic worries don’t stop Black Friday spending in Bay Area
Activists are also pushing boycotts over ICE raids and anti-diversity policies at major retailers
Earthquake swarm rattles East Bay
More than 80 small earthquakes have jarred San Ramon over the past 10 days, with no end in sight.
Another Bay Area city is banning gas-powered leaf blowers. But not everyone is ready for the switch to electric.
Los Altos became the first to oust the noisy power tools in 1991 – a policy sparked by noise complaints that was duplicated in Menlo Park and Palo Alto. Since...
What’s at stake in the battle over SNAP funding? One Bay Area county has a $21 million contingency plan.
Contra Costa County will administer the funds via debit card to more than 100,000 local food assistance recipients
Daylight saving time ends Sunday — and Stanford study suggests it should go away for good
Researchers say the current protocol to both "fall back" and "spring forward" is the worst choice for our bodies.
One Bay Area city has found itself at the center of the debate over bike safety and traffic congestion — and attitudes are changing
Treat Boulevard in Walnut Creek is set for a redesign after bicyclists have been hit.
Demolition of old juvenile hall is symbolic to Contra Costa County administrators seeking new path for juvenile justice
Asbestos, lead and mold have festered in the old juvenile hall since its occupants were moved to a new site two decades ago.