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Northern California wildfire expected to push smoke into SF Bay Area
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District issued an air quality advisory for Monday. → Read More
Armed thieves are targeting mountain bikers in the Oakland Hills
Oakland police issued an alert to the community, calling the robberies "an alarming trend." → Read More
100 mph winds, 3 feet of snow, debris flows all possible in Tahoe area
The weather service issued a winter storm warning for higher elevations in the Sierra through Monday night. → Read More
Why California is diverging from the CDC on masks in schools
The California Department of Public Health said Friday children will be required to wear masks in school despite the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention releasing new guidelines saying face coverings aren't necessary if certain precautions are taken. → Read More
UC Berkeley announces freshman program at Mills College
The Oakland college announced this month it will no longer enroll first-year undergrads after fall 2021. → Read More
Even if you're unvaccinated, indoor activities now much less risky in Bay Area, experts say
Here is what experts say about navigating indoor activities if you are unvaccinated. → Read More
California launches a way any resident can become COVID-19 vaccine eligible by volunteering
People can search for sites seeking help based on ZIP code. → Read More
What can you do once you're vaccinated against COVID-19? Here’s what experts say
From masks to plane travel, here are answers to some common questions. → Read More
Mysterious string of lights spotted in Bay Area sky
The lights appeared early Thursday and could be seen from Santa Clara to Vallejo. → Read More
When will Bay Area counties move out of the purple tier?
Where do the nine counties stand? Here's a look at the metrics posted by the state. → Read More
New map shows which California school districts are open
A map released by the state of California provides a snapshot of public school reopenings across the state. → Read More
Blizzard warning issued for Tahoe, Sierras
Snow elevation levels in the Sierra foothills could drop as low as 1,000 feet. → Read More
Mill Valley officials call for outdoor dining exemption from coronavirus order
The Mill Valley City Council approved two letters calling on Gov. Newsom and Marin County health officials for the exemption. → Read More
'Major change' in Bay Area weather forecast for Friday, including possible rain
The National Weather Service is forecasting a "major change" in the weather across the Bay Area on Friday and through the weekend, with temperatures dropping, winds kicking up and the potential for rain. → Read More
Cash-strapped Burning Man launches fund-raising campaign with $1.5 million goal
A cash-strapped Burning Man launched a fund-raising campaign on Sept. 17 with the goal of raising $1.5 million by the end of October. → Read More
Why your phone camera can't capture Northern California's orange sky
If you tried to take a photo with your phone of the dystopian orange sky in Northern California Wednesday, you may have noticed your image appeared washed out. → Read More
California’s top health official on Labor Day weekend: 'Keep it small, keep it outside'
Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly called on residents to help prevent transmission of the virus over the upcoming Labor Day weekend. → Read More
Alameda County to start paying infected people to quarantine
The effort is aimed at people who would not be able to afford to stay home and who are ineligible for unemployment benefits or sick leave. → Read More
Truckee, Placer County are asking tourists to stay away for now
A statement from Placer County and the town located in Nevada County says "an exceptionally busy influx of weekend visitors" has made it difficult to "practice safe physical distancing." → Read More
Marin County to fine businesses up to $10,000 for violating health order
The Marin County ordinance goes into effect immediately. → Read More