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A deadly shooting erupted right after graduation at Sem Yeto High School in Fairfield, leaving 18-year-old Jamario Baker dead and three others injured. Police swiftly tracked down the 17-year-old suspect, who fled from California to Texas, and arrested him in the Dallas-Fort Worth area with help from U.S. Marshals. Investigators worked tirelessly through witness statements, surveillance, and foren...

A tragic shooting erupted in the parking lot of Fairfield High after a graduation ceremony, claiming the life of an 18-year-old still in his cap and gown—and injuring three others, including an 11-year-old. The 17-year-old suspect fled to Texas, where he was apprehended by U.S. Marshals and local police early Friday. Investigators, fueled by witness tips and forensic evidence, swiftly closed in. A...

Step back in time at Oakland’s Paramount Theatre, where 35mm prints, pipe organ pre-shows, and retro games like “Dec-O-Win” revive the golden age of cinema — screening classics like Purple Rain, Mrs. Doubtfire, and The Maltese Falcon. Meanwhile, across the bay, San Francisco’s Roxie Theater hosts the Fraenkel Film Festival, where artists like Carrie Mae Weems and Nan Goldin curate unexpected cinem...

Sixteen puppies found wandering a Walmart parking lot in Livermore are now safe at the East Bay SPCA—though one sadly didn’t make it after being hit by a car. Mostly black and white, they’re healthy, getting shots and microchips, and will be spayed or neutered before adoption. Some need behavior help to build confidence. The SPCA is quietly seeking the parents’ identities—not to punish, but to con...

A landmark 1999 film by Zeinabu Irene Davis, Compensation, is getting a special 4K screening after decades of obscurity — now restored and streaming on Criterion Channel, even earning a spot in the Library of Congress’ National Film Registry. This resurgence is part of a broader push to spotlight overlooked Black cinema, led by curator Ashley Clark, whose new book The World of Black Film celebrate...

A shocking arrest in Morgan Hill: 25-year-old camp counselor Anthony Joseph Ramon is charged with sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl at a YMCA summer camp in June. Police say Ramon, who had been employed since August 2023, was placed on leave after the report. He’s now jailed with $100K bail and faces serious child abuse charges. The YMCA reaffirmed its child safety protocols, including backgr...

In Big Bend, Texas, a local group is fighting a federal border wall project that threatens a vital flood control levee, citing a century-old law requiring engineering approval. The government responded by waiving that very law—just after being sued—along with other environmental protections, sparking outrage from legal experts who say it’s a rush to bypass safety checks. The levee, upgraded after...

Detroit’s ace Tarik Skubal is poised to be the biggest trade chip as the deadline nears, with the Tigers facing a pivotal choice: deal him for prospects or hold onto him for a playoff push. Teams eyeing pitching help are already circling Freddy Peralta and Robbie Ray, both All-Stars nearing free agency and likely to be moved by struggling Mets and Giants. Meanwhile, Boston’s hot streak and Minneso...

A once-promising luxury condo project in Incline Village, Nevada, called Nine 47 Tahoe, is now an empty lot after developers hit roadblocks. Originally designed to lure high-earning remote workers with prices from $2.5M to $7M, the 40-unit development stalled as the remote work boom cooled and residents returned to cities. Despite permits expiring in 2028, the 2-acre prime location near shops and...

A $100K heist in Napa County went viral when a suspect was arrested for taking selfies during the crime—complete with a peace sign and face mask. Police nabbed one man after spotting his phone photos at the scene, while a second suspect was also arrested. Stolen copper wire, critical for internet and 911 systems, fueled the Bay Area’s recent surge in these thefts. Both men now face felony charges,...

Former San Carlos Mayor Andrew Klein is allegedly embezzling over $2 million from property clients, confessing to diverting funds meant for rent and security deposits during tense meetings with elderly investors. The scandal, which prompted his resignation citing a medical issue, also includes a second lawsuit alleging he stole $226K from trust accounts using forged financial documents — and now f...

A nationwide cyclospora outbreak linked to fresh produce is hitting over 1,500 people in Michigan and spreading across 30 states — causing watery diarrhea that lasts weeks but is usually treatable. Pinpointing the exact source can take months, often tracing back to contaminated irrigation water or the food chain. The CDC urges simple but vital hygiene: wash hands thoroughly (hand sanitizer won’t w...

Cash App’s parent company Block is paying $45 million to 46 states to settle fraud protection claims, after regulators accused the platform of lax security and misleading users—making it easy for scammers to thrive. Users could sign up with minimal info, and without a real customer support line, victims often fell prey to fake numbers. Block denies wrongdoing, saying the settlement resolves past i...

Five tigers, abandoned at a neglectful private facility in Northern California, got a second chance thanks to the Oakland Zoo—rescued by experts and relocated to sanctuaries where they’ll thrive. One, a 13-year-old named Sitara, is settling into her new home with pools and lush vegetation, while others are being cared for by accredited wildlife refuges. This rescue underscores the urgent need to e...

In a shocking child welfare crisis in Vinton County, Ohio — the state’s smallest and poorest county — authorities uncovered sixteen siblings living in horrific conditions, forcing an emergency response. With some children requiring urgent medical and developmental care, the county faces overwhelming legal and financial strain. To avoid bankruptcy, prosecutors released a gravely ill grandfather, Ga...

California’s weather is flipping fast—dry lightning looms over the Bay Area while rain and storms brew in the Sierra Nevada, all against a backdrop of parched land and high fire risk. A high-pressure system is pulling moisture from the Gulf, offering just a 10% chance of lightning in the Bay (but don’t count on it being harmless), while the Sierra faces 20-25% odds of thunderstorms amid gusty wind...

Palm Springs is cutting the heavy, dangerous skirts of its iconic palm trees — a move sparking debate but aimed squarely at public safety. Those dead fronds, weighing up to 4,000 pounds, pose serious fall risks and attract pests, leading to a $100K lawsuit. While some residents mourn the loss of the city’s signature look, officials stress the hazards. The plan now targets busy areas only, with par...

The Pentagon just released its third batch of declassified UAP files — packed with documents, images, video, and firsthand accounts — as part of a top-down push to open up the mystery. NASA’s new boss, Jared Isaacman, confirmed they’ve captured unexplainable images, hinting at life beyond Earth without claiming alien visitors. While no smoking gun or crashed ships exist yet, he teased possible mic...

A Ryanair flight from Thessaloniki to Memmingen suffered a terrifying mid-air emergency when a passenger window blew out, sending a 61-year-old man partially ejected—miraculously pulled back in by fellow passengers. The plane returned to Thessaloniki safely, with the injured man treated for neck, shoulder, and friction burns. A Boeing 737-800, flying since 2008, was grounded, and passengers boarde...

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The Golden State Warriors are making a bold play to land LeBron James in free agency, with Steph Curry openly endorsing the move and highlighting the team’s chemistry, coaching pedigree, and Bay Area perks. While odds are slim, the Warriors are preparing with roster flexibility and a new young center, Charles Bassey, while also eyeing Gary Payton II. If LeBron doesn’t join, they’re set to reload w...

Training camp is heating up for the 49ers, with key battles at left guard, cornerback, and safety shaping their season. Connor Colby leads the guard race but faces stiff competition from veteran Robert Jones, while cornerback Renardo Green is being pushed by newcomers Jack Jones and rookie Ephysians Prysock. At safety, Malik Mustapha is locked in, but the spotlight’s on Ji’Ayir Brown and Marques S...

Former MP Ann Widdecombe, 78, was found dead at her home in southwest England with serious injuries, sparking a murder investigation and national mourning. A male suspect is being sought by police. Widdecombe, a long-serving Conservative politician and former prisons minister, was also a TV personality known for her conservative views, Brexit advocacy, and Christian-inspired public service ethos....

ICE fatally shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a 52-year-old U.S. resident with no criminal record, during a traffic stop—mistaking him for someone else. With no body camera footage or public evidence, DHS claims the officer acted in self-defense after Araujo allegedly rammed their vehicle, while his family and advocates condemn the lack of transparency and the detention of his brother under pressure to...

A San Diego-based company, Dunlieh Infrastructure Group, is pushing to build a data center in Mount Shasta — but the project’s secrecy and reliance on natural gas have sparked local outrage. With nine projects across seven states still unbuilt, Dunlieh remains silent on the controversy. Residents, wary of losing their laid-back vibe, are mobilizing — even prompting police to warn against unrest. D...