Why California workers, businesses are paying more for health insurance
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Scientists are learning how noise affects Bay Area wildlife as they work to conserve wetland birds amid a roaring urban soundscape
The Bay Area is a permanent or temporary home for 250 different species of resident...
Fired Stanford researcher gets probation for altering cancer data with insults like ‘doctor too stupid’
Naheed Mangi, 70, was sentenced 12 years after her crime of conviction, which involved hacking...
Kurtenbach: The playoffs start early with 49ers – Bears. My three predictions
Can the Niners run their winning streak to six — and set up a battle...
Filipino tech entrepreneur Diosdado “Dado” Banatao died at the age of 79
Diosdado "Dado" Banatao, a Silicon Valley tech developer, entrepreneur and venture capitalist died on Dec....
1 dead, 3 wounded in shooting at San Jose business, police say
One of the male victims died at the hospital despite emergency medical treatment
7-story apartment building approved in San Jose, adding 118 homes near Cupertino border
San Jose has approved permits for a seven-story, 118-unit housing complex at 1000 S. De...
Asking Eric: They’ve gone off the rails with their wedding registry
Yes, the inappropriateness has been discussed with them.
Today in History: December 28, U.S. Afghan war formally ends
The U.S. war in Afghanistan came to a formal end after 13 years with a...
Dear Abby: My husband thinks it’s funny to act this way. I just want to run away.
Plus: If I hadn't wanted children, would he have stayed?
Disabled BART train temporarily delays service on Saturday
BART said on the social media platform X that a disabled train led to delays...
Body found on Santa Cruz County beach
A dead body was retrieved by Cal Fire CZU firefighters at a beach near Davenport...
Thailand and Cambodia sign a new ceasefire agreement to end border fighting
The agreement took effect at noon (0500 GMT) and calls for a halt in military...
Russia strikes Ukraine’s capital and kills at least 1 person a day before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepared to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida on...
Jeffrey R. Holland, next in line to lead Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, dies at 85
Holland died early Saturday morning from complications associated with kidney disease.
Polls open for Myanmar’s first election since military seized power
Critics charge that the election is designed to add a facade of legitimacy to military...
Sharks look for reset in Vancouver after Christmas break, trying to snap three-game losing streak
NHL: The San Jose Sharks are looking to move on from a blowout loss to...
Photos: King’s Academy vs. AIMS College Prep in Damian Lillard Classic
King's Academy’s Claxton Ladine finished with 11 three-point baskets for a total of 35 points.
Chilly Gaza braces for more winter rain and word of any progress in ceasefire talks
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to visit Washington in the coming days as...
Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani both win to set up potential Japanese super fight
Undisputed super bantamweight champion Inoue and three-weight world champion Nakatani on collision course for huge...
Kyle Whittingham to Michigan: On the Utah backlash and his fit in Ann Arbor
The Utes came under fire for their management of Whittingham's departure, but the time is...
While out on bail in kidnapping case, Oakland man charged with child trafficking
The case started when police found a 14-year-old girl and 15-year-old girl at the Bay...
Judge dismisses man’s murder charge over deadly East Bay confrontation
A woman testified to the victim's aggressiveness before the shooting, alleging he called her multiple...
Winter storm snarls holiday travel across US Northeast, Great Lakes
The National Weather Service warned of hazardous travel conditions from the Great Lakes through the...
49ers’ 5 keys to beating Chicago Bears on ‘Sunday Night Football’
The 49ers (11-4) and the Chicago Bears (11-4) collide in Sunday's prime-time showcase rich with...
How to watch 49ers vs. Bears on Sunday Night Football
It's a must-win game for the 49ers on the road to capturing the NFC West...
Horoscopes Dec. 27, 2025: Hayley Williams, take your time
Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.
Asking Eric: My son has a fiancee now, but we don’t want to ditch his ex-girlfriend
He's furious that she's still part of our lives.
Harriette Cole: I feel like I’m chasing him, and that is so embarrassing
Plus: My friends act like my work crunch is some made-up thing.
Miss Manners: Maybe I should pretend I forgot about her wedding?
"Happy anniversary" may not be appropriate.
Today in History: December 27, Charles Darwin sets out on world voyage
Naturalist Charles Darwin set out on a round-the-world voyage from Plymouth, England, aboard the HMS...
Dear Abby: Am I overreacting about the news my husband hid from me?
He said it wasn't a big deal, but it had serious health implications for me.
Cal names Minnesota Vikings assistant Michael Hutchings as its new defensive coordinator
Hutchings, the Vikings' safeties coach, was a former De La Salle High star just like...
‘They treated us like animals’: ICE arrests at Bay Area courthouses left immigrants in fear, but judge’s order gives reprieve
A federal judge has temporarily barred ICE from making arrests at immigration courts across Northern...
49ers-Bears injury report: Tight end George Kittle could miss sixth game of year
Tight end George Kittle and wide receiver Ricky Pearsall are questionable for the 49ers' game...
Prosecutors dismiss East Bay jail shank case six days after filing it
He told police the sharpened toothbrush was stashed in his sock for "self-defense," according to...
Why abridged version of ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ cuts out movie’s pivotal scene
A free version streaming on Amazon Prime Video trims about 30 minutes out of the...
Man guilty of murder in East Bay 24 Hour Fitness shooting
Faatino Tauane, 23, was one of two people arrested in the 2022 shooting.
Oakland man gets 40-years-to-life for murder during routine marijuana deal
Redman Collins shot and killed a man during a simple marijuana transaction in 2022.
Getaway driver in ‘Ghost Town’ robbery spree sentenced to prison
The defense said his "mistakes" came after a lifetime of trauma, but prosecutors said he...
The Bay Area’s week of stormy weather is nearly over. Here’s when the skies should fully clear
"The sun will be shining, the wind will be light — it's going to be...
Ube matcha, Indian cuisine, fibermaxxing and other delicious dining trends for 2026
When we go to restaurants in 2026, we’ll be looking for spicy flavors, new takes...
49ers’ John Lynch updates availability of George Kittle, Fred Warner
49ers' general manager John Lynch has updates on George Kittle, Fred Warner.
Caldecott Tunnel bores reopen Friday night
The mechanical issue was caused by a string of powerful storms that slammed into the...
Photos: Santa Clara County’s Sheriff and Fire Department delivered toys to young patients for Christmas
Members of the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Department and Santa Clara County Fire Department delivered...
What is Boxing Day and how did it get its name?
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Experience one of the finest rock songs of all time in a whole new way
Watch the amazing new video of The Doors' "Riders on the Storm," spearheaded by Playing...
New California laws rewrite car-buying rules with return policy and pricing reforms
California lawmakers let automakers opt out of recent changes to the state’s lemon law and...
NFL playoff race: 49ers among the 11 teams in, and 3 spots remain open
Sunday's game at Levi's Stadium could help 49ers or the Chicago Bears move closer to...
Zelenskyy says he will meet with Trump in Florida on Sunday to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine
Zelenskyy told journalists that the two leaders will discuss security guarantees for Ukraine during Sunday’s...
Taste-Off: Sparkling ciders to toast the new year with — and those to toss
The best nonalcoholic bubbly drinks are crisp, tart and sweet, while the worst are too...
Larry Ellison, not Elon Musk, was the tech titan who defined 2025
Oracle has embarked on a historic build-out of data centers optimized for AI that’s proceeding...
ServiceNow $12 billion deal spree is ‘deja vu’ of CEO’s SAP days
After years of eschewing big mergers, ServiceNow Inc. is on a deal spree. It has...
Grandfather dies in ‘freak accident’ at McDonald’s drive-thru
Michael Dickinson, 69, suffered fatal injuries after he somehow became trapped between the payment window...
Even more Cal State campuses will automatically admit eligible students under a new state law
California State University last year launched a pilot program to attract more students to the...
Kurtenbach: The Warriors think they’re back. We’ll see how long that lasts
The Dubs have a settled rotation and a three-game winning streak.
A new California law requires tortillas to include an extra ingredient. Here’s why
Tortillas sold in California are going to have a new ingredient, one that’s intended to...
Driver says he was shot while driving in Oakland
Police are trying to determine a motive for the shooting and if the man was...
How a group of investors wronged by Bay Area real estate mogul became ‘God’s answer to our own prayers’
As the LeFever Mattson company dissolves into bankruptcy and court cases, a small set of...
Prep spotlight: St. Ignatius staking its claim among Bay Area basketball’s elite
Ygnacio Valley, Oakland Tech searching for identities. Pinole Valley off to historic start. Plus, more...
California ditches fight with Trump for high-speed rail funds
California has withdrawn a lawsuit against the Trump administration that sought to recover roughly $4...
Cause of death confirmed for free climber who fell from Spain’s tallest bridge
Lewis Stevenson's cause of death was confirmed this week, more than a year after the...
TikTok star Tea Tyme, accused of running down pedestrian on livestream, arrested
Social media star Tea Tyme was taken into custody on Tuesday and booked on two...
Nicki Minaj deactivates Instagram after ‘assassin’ exchange with Erika Kirk
Nick Minaj is taking a step back from social media following her surprise appearance at...
See ‘Santa Claus’ get pulled over for speeding
Police in Ohio let a seemingly armed "Santa Claus" off the hook after pulling over...
Horse found roaming roadway in Sebastopol during storm
A loose horse was safely contained and removed from a Sebastopol roadway early Wednesday morning...
Cult Pinot Noir producer opens first tasting room in Healdsburg
Known for his superlative Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Ross Cobb has opened his first tasting...
‘Pride in company purpose’: CEO Spotlight focuses on the leader of Harv 81 USA
"My hope is that we keep innovating, finding new ways for wine to resonate with...
Second night of wind, rain knocks down trees, power lines and closes North Bay roads
Downed powerlines, road closures and widespread power outages across Sonoma County disrupted Christmas morning plans...
‘More determined than ever before’: Activist Zoe Rosenberg released from Sonoma County jail
Animal rights activist Zoe Rosenberg was released from the Sonoma County jail Wednesday and will...
‘Super-Jupiter’ exoplanet is not so Jupiter-like, UCSC study finds
The planet’s slow rotation and high temperatures cause turbulent global dust storms.
49ers head for playoffs with inexperienced defensive starters
The only active 49ers defenders to ever start a playoff game in their careers are...
Bay Area News Group girls athlete of the week: Chiemi Wong, Gunderson basketball
Wong scored 16 points in Gunderson’s 45-32 win over Leadership.
The worst of Southern California’s Christmas storm appears to be over, forecasters say
Evacuation warnings are still in place for communities such as Wrightwood and Lytle Creek, which...
California jail wrongly held 82-year-old with dementia in solitary confinement, where he died, new lawsuit says
Karim Talib's children say their father was gravely disabled and should have been under medical...
Why Horford, Melton are primed to give Warriors midseason boost
Steve Kerr's Warriors have received a shot in the arm in both the front and...
Upcoming Pandora Mission is Bay Area’s latest contribution to the search for life on other planets
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is leading a mission to seek the elements necessary for life...
Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the week: Brady Clugage, Archbishop Mitty basketball
Clugage scored 24 points and grabbed 13 rebounds in Mitty’s 62-55 win over the King’s...
The ‘surfer’s paradox’ is that their boards can harm the oceans they cherish. A new process is helping to change that.
Santa Cruz company Swellcycle is making 3D-printed surfboards from recyclable material.
Kaiser labor talks stall, raising fears of another strike
Talks screeched to a halt between Kaiser Permanente and a labor union representing workers.
Why Congressional ‘Fix Our Forests Act’ would worsen wildfire threat in California
Will Congress listen? Legislation from L.A. fires would increase the risk, putting homes and lives in...
Horoscopes Dec. 26, 2025: Jared Leto, change is overdue, but requires guidance
Astrological advice for everyone born on this date.
Asking Eric: He waits until I go out, and then he moves more stuff in
Plus: Am I overreacting about my controlling travel companion?
Harriette Cole: I keep replaying my embarrassing work-from-home blunder
All my hard work was overshadowed by this uncontrollable circumstance.
Miss Manners: You wouldn’t believe the gifts she gives me. I want her to stop.
Plus: I got caught taking pictures of my friend's house.
Today in History: December 26, Jack Johnson wins world heavyweight championship
Jack Johnson became the first Black boxer to win the world heavyweight championship as he...
Dear Abby: I found out by accident about my son’s posthumous child
The mother doesn't want me to have contact with either of my grandchildren.
What to know about the militants targeted by US airstrikes in northwest Nigeria
The United States airstrikes that targeted Islamic State militants in northwestern Nigeria’s on Thursday marked...
49ers’ George Kittle misses practice again as status for Bears game Sunday remains uncertain
Losing Kittle on Sunday night would be a big blow to a 49ers squad that's...
Klay Thompson’s return overshadowed in Warriors’ Christmas win over Mavericks
The onetime Splash Brother was contained to 7 points but was part of some 'sentimental'...
Federal judge blocks ICE from arresting immigrants who show up for court appointments in Northern California
Wednesday’s decision blocks ICE and the Department of Justice’s Executive Office for Immigration Review from...
Warriors’ supporting cast steals show from Splash Bros. reunion in Christmas Day victory
Steph Curry faces Klay Thompson in the Bay Area, but it is the other players...
US launches strikes against Islamic State group in Nigeria after attacks target Christians
In a Christmas evening post on his social media site, Trump did not provide details...
Tornado warning issued for Santa Cruz County
The service reported that a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was 7 miles...
Overturned tanker temporarily closes southbound Highway 101 lanes in San Jose
Hazmat crews are currently on-scene after a tanker truck overturned on Highway 101 near the...
Man and woman killed in Interstate 280 Christmas Eve crash
An elderly man and woman were killed Wednesday evening after their vehicle crashed into the...
Trump says ‘Housing First’ failed the homeless. Here’s what the evidence says.
When the Trump administration announced plans last month to redistribute billions of dollars in homelessness...
Why Russia is likely to reject the new U.S.-Ukrainian peace plan
On Tuesday, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine presented a 20-point peace plan formulated by Ukrainian...
Gold is set for its best year since Jimmy Carter was president
Gold is considered a resilient investment, with investors expecting the yellow metal will retain its...
Virtual reality opens doors for older people in South Bay retirement community to build closer connections in real life
Like many retirement communities, The Terraces in Los Gatos serves as a tranquil refuge for...