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Brian Hickerson's attorney issues statement after Hayden Panettiere's death

An investigation into the late actress's death is ongoing.

Why Robin Williams' kids revived his Instagram account more than a decade after his death

The children of the late actor Robin Williams have made the decision to reactivate their father's Instagram account amid growing use of their da…

Pregnant woman held for weeks in Texas ICE custody after immigration lawyer scam: family

A pregnant Colombian woman has been held in an immigration detention center after her family says they were scammed by an individual posing as a…

Neutrogena acknowledges Hayden Panettiere backlash after actress's death

Neutrogena has addressed backlash against the company following the death of actress Hayden Panettiere, who died Sunday at age 36.

Gavin Williams strikes out 11 as Guardians beat Giants 5-2

- Gavin Williams struck out 11 over 5 2/3 innings, José Ramírez had an RBI single in the three-run first and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Sa…

Back-to-school checklist: 10 things parents overlook that should be on your list

Don't forget these 10 back-to-school essentials for parents!

New Nat Geo groundbreaking documentary 'Lion' follows pride of lions in Kenya for 4 years

A new four-part nature documentary series tells a true story of family, courage and coming-of-age. It focuses on a lion cub who may become a lio…

FBI files reveal former Rep. Eric Swalwell admitted relationship with suspected Chinese operative

Former Rep. Eric Swalwell told FBI investigators he had a physical relationship with Christine Fang, the suspected Chinese operative at the cent…

Jinny Lu the pug takes 1st place in 2026 'World's Ugliest Dog Contest' at Sonoma County Fair

With big eyes and her tongue hanging low, 6-year-old pug Jinny Lu was crowned for the 2026 "World's Ugliest Dog Contest" at the Sonoma County Fa…

Bay Area woman swims in San Francisco during historic 900-mile CA coast journey

A San Francisco fire boat escorted the Pleasanton native her through the thick morning fog to celebrate the milestone.

Houston law firm with ties to Trump administration declines offer to represent migrant children

A small Houston-based law firm with ties to the Trump administration declined a $150 million contract to represent migrant children who traveled…

Neighbors raise privacy concerns after Brentwood HOA installs Flock cameras

A homeowners association in Brentwood is facing criticism after installing four Flock cameras at a housing development, prompting concerns from…

Timber Fire is 'everyone's worst nightmare' as it threatens communities, iconic Big Sur landmarks

The Timber Fire is burning near several well-known hotels and restaurants along Highway 1, including Ventana, Post Ranch Inn and Nepenthe, but C…

Santa Rosa residents become 'Heat Heroes,' using science to help fight extreme summer temps

Community members in southwest Santa Rosa are participating in a new citizen-science initiative to track surface and air temperatures throughout…

Trump signs executive orders that target birthright citizenship

President Donald Trump on Thursday signed executive orders that target birthright citizenship.

United flight returns to SFO after tire blows out during takeoff, airline says

A United Airlines flight traveling from San Francisco to San Jose del Cabo returned to San Francisco International Airport shortly after takeoff…

San Francisco memorial honors immigrants who died in ICE custody; calls for detention reforms

"Our hearts are broken." San Francisco's immigration building became the site of a memorial Wednesday as interfaith leaders, advocates and famil…

Alameda Co. pays $12 million to family of 8-year-old girl found dead after multiple abuse reports

Alameda County has agreed to a $12 million settlement with the grandmother of Sophia Mason, the 8-year-old Hayward girl who was found dead in a…