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Celebrated each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the month is a chance for many in the U.S. to learn about and celebrate the contributions of...

Mexico’s Catholic Church has a new addition to its ranks of “blessed,” with the beatification of the Rev. Moisés Lira.

A "one-two" weather punch tied to rising temperatures sets the stage for intense blazes, one expert says.

High school football poll: Pick between Arcata at Oakland, Campolindo at El Cerrito, College Park at Acalanes, Liberty at Amador Valley, San...

The Trojans will make their first appearance in the Big House in almost 70 years with a chance top cement their status as a contender.

A jury will soon decide whether a so-called Trump Train that circled a Biden-Harris campaign bus violently intimidated former Democratic law...

From Gojira to Jeff Lynne's ELO, and from Public Enemy to Sabrina Carpenter, here is a look at the top fall music offerings in the Bay Area.

One of the first collective acts we humans did was sitting around a fire. Still today, there’s something special about this activity that br...

Which iPad stand is best?When it comes to tablets, the iPad is a classic for a reason. No matter which model you own, the battery is long-l...

Temperatures will be below average this week, ranging from the upper 60s to low 70s Monday and Tuesday, and isolated rain showers are foreca...

Which USB hubs are best?As devices get smaller and lighter, less popular features—like Ethernet ports and full-size HDMI outputs—get remove...

The woman had previously accused him of domestic violence, but police say on Aug. 20 she killed him while his hidden camera was running, the...

Here are 10 things to catch my eye in the 49ers' road opener Sunday at the Minnesota Vikings.

If you can't get enough "Bake Off," here are seven other shows you might enjoy, including a few Halloween-themed shows to debut this month.

The spa showcases the original source that gave Palm Springs its name.

David Lin, 68, was detained after he entered China in 2006, later convicted of contract fraud and sentenced to life in prison, according to...

Visitors to Yosemite National Park may encounter snow as they drive through the park. Up to 2 inches of snow is possible from Tuolumne Meado...

Financially struggling Orinda stage company presented Bard's beloved comedy through Sept. 29.

Monday Morning Lights: Irvington has an eclectically effective coach. Patrick Walsh doubles down on his transfer philosophy. Danny Sullivan...

The noise limit for exterior use areas is set at 55 decibels in the town. Courts must be at least 250 feet from residences to comply, a staf...

So, what’s on the menu for the Oriental fruit fly? It loves a wide range of fruits and veggies.

Before the Pac-12 collapsed, the former commissioner was presented with the idea of adding the top Mountain West schools.

Authorities arrested a suspect who allegedly ignited a vegetation fire and damaged a classroom at the College of Marin Indian Valley campus...

A parking option for visitors wanting to pull over and get that selfie at Bixby Bridge is no longer available.

And where did our backyard hawks go?