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A grandfather in Antioch faces felony charges of child endangerment and criminal storage of a firearm after his three-year-old grandson accidentally shot himself. The incident occurred on April 8, prompting police to recommend charges against the 51-year-old man who owned the loaded handgun. If convicted, he could face up to six years and eight months in prison.
A 56-year-old man received a five-year prison sentence for managing a large illegal cannabis grow in a Monterey-area national forest, which was discovered after the Dolan Fire. Jacinto Correa Cruz's operation harmed the environment and used an excessive amount of water during a drought. He must also pay a $35,000 fine and undergo three years of supervised release.
A police standoff on the Bay Bridge near Treasure Island ended Wednesday afternoon, resulting in lane closures on I-80. The California Highway Patrol took a man into custody after he climbed on the bridge for several hours. All lanes reopened by 7:30 PM.
Federal funding cuts to AmeriCorps threaten the garden program at Robert Louis Stevenson Elementary School in San Francisco, which serves over 400 students. A lawsuit from the San Francisco Unified School District seeks to challenge these funding reductions, which impact educational initiatives nationwide.
The Houston Rockets defeated the Golden State Warriors 131-116, forcing a Game 6 in the NBA Playoffs, with the series now at 3-2. Fred VanVleet led the Rockets with 26 points, while Amen Thompson made history as the youngest Rockets player to record 20 points and 5 steals in a playoff game since 1973-74. Game 6 will take place on Friday at Chase Center.
Kamala Harris plans to criticize Donald Trump and his policies during her speech in San Francisco on Wednesday evening. She aims to advocate for a cohesive Democratic party, although no major announcements are expected. Meanwhile, Oakland teachers prepare for their fourth one-day strike in six years amid ongoing negotiations.
A Mendocino County sheriff's deputy faces DUI and hit-and-run allegations after dashcam footage shows the officer driving intoxicated and damaging a patrol car. The California Highway Patrol is now investigating the incident, which occurred after the deputy left a bar in Willits. The deputy, on the force for three years, has been placed on administrative leave.
The Exploratorium in San Francisco will host a summit on April 28, 2025, focused on adaptation efforts for sea level rise in the Bay Area. The event will emphasize interactive programming related to climate change and sustainability. Local leaders aim to address pressing environmental challenges facing the region.
Many businesses in San Francisco's Chinatown struggle as President Trump's trade war continues, with a 145% tariff on Chinese goods. Store owners report significant price increases and are stockpiling supplies in anticipation of further hikes. Business owner Nancy Yu expresses hope for new trade deals to alleviate the financial strain.
San Francisco's Tenderloin district reports a decrease in crime following the implementation of a curfew for businesses, which mandates closure from midnight to 5 a.m. Data shows calls for service dropped nearly 18% and total crimes decreased by 13%. Officials consider expanding this curfew to other districts due to its initial success.