Coachella, Stagecoach align with state, dropping mask, vaccine, testing requirements for outdoor festivals

Festival officials announced that it will be dropping its masking, vaccination, and COVID-19 testing requirements in accordance with new state guidelines that take effect Wednesday ending the vaccination requirement and mask mandate for outdoor mega-events.

San Francisco DA says proof of DNA rape kit debacle is in a crime lab report

San Francisco's District Attorney on Tuesday explained why he believes the city's police officers are comparing DNA from rape kits to unknown DNA left behind by suspects at crime scenes.

'One last hurrah:' The nation says goodbye to NFL great John Madden in Oakland

Tickets to John Madden's celebration of life cost $32.14 which was the winning score when Madden led the Raiders to their 1977 Super Bowl victory. All of the proceeds will support educational opportunities to Bay Area youth.

Twitter users to vote for favorite films during Oscars season

Twitter users can now vote for their favorite films ahead of the 94th Academy Awards. The winner will be announced during the show on Mar. 27.

Three accused of stealing $16,000 worth of women's underwear from California malls

Three suspects were busted in connection to a retail crime ring on Monday. The suspects were accused of stealing thousands of dollars in lingerie items.

Super Bowl LVI highlights: From the Rams game-winning TD to Eminem kneeling

A thrilling late touchdown drive gave the Rams a victory over the Bengals to win the Super Bowl. Meanwhile, Eminem took a knee during a star-studded hip hop halftime show.

John Madden's son speaks ahead of dad's memorial

NFL legend and Bay Area native John Madden will be honored Monday night in Oakland at a public memorial. His son, Mike Madden, spoke about his dad before the big event.

Funeral expense donation jar stolen for beloved Benicia employee

Employees at Bob's Liquor in Benicia put out a donation box to help Mike Haro’s family pay for funeral expenses. But the man walking toward the store in this surveillance video Saturday afternoon stole hundreds of dollars.

Former NFL MVP Adrian Peterson arrested at LAX

Adrian Peterson was arrested at LAX early Sunday morning and charged with domestic violence. He's being held on $50,000 bail.

4 hurt in shooting after Justin Bieber concert at Los Angeles restaurant

Rapper Kodak Black was reportedly involved in the situation when a fight and shooting broke out after a Justin Bieber concert. Multiple people were hurt.

Leslie Van Houten: Parole bid of Charles Manson follower denied again

Leslie Van Houten, a Charles Manson follower serving a life sentence for her role in the murder of a Los Angeles grocer and his wife, has again been denied a potential bid for freedom.

Heat advisories posted in Southern California, including Los Angeles and San Diego, through Super Bowl Sunday

While much of the U.S. has enjoyed an early taste of spring this week, the West Coast is taking it one step further as a rare February heat wave places dozens of record-high temperatures in jeopardy through Super Bowl Sunday.

Afghan refugee honored after mother, brother assassinated on Christmas Eve

Mohammed "Mustafa" Kohistani, a refugee from Afghanistan, was honored by a Silicon Valley lawmakerafter his mother and brother were assassinated on Christmas Eve 2020.

Green Day singer Billie Joe Armstrong's stolen classic car recovered in OC

The Costa Mesa Police Department announced Wednesday the cherished classic car belonging to Green Day’s lead vocalist, Billie Joe Armstrong, has been recovered days after it was reported stolen.

80-year-old nun sentenced to 1 year in prison

A nun who was principal of a Catholic elementary school has been sentenced after she stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from the school for her personal expenses and to bankroll her gambling habit.

Trevor Bauer will not face criminal charges in assault investigation

Officials announced after a months-long investigation, Trevor Bauer will not face any criminal charges following allegations of assault.