Picnic Like A Pro This Upcoming Labor Day

Here are our top summer recipes, including grilled fruit, fish tacos, wine potato salad. And tricks to slice watermelon and shuck corn!

Scientists Performing Necropsy Friday on Whale Found in Oakland Estuary

The dead whale is the latest of several that have turned up in the Bay Area, including three found on the shores of Pacifica since April.

For Your End-Of-Summer Gatherings: To-Die-For Fish Tacos

Instead of plain cabbage or slaw, this version from Napa Valley Vintners uses a citrus-cucumber relish that makes the dish!

Dead Whale Found in Oakland Estuary Towed Away, Necropsy Planned Friday

So far this year, there have been reports of six stranded whales in the Bay Area.

Kids Baseball Club helps Kaiser Permanente score on backpack campaign

MD's, Nurses at KP Redwood City get a boost in back-to-school donations from San Carlos Lumberjacks

El Nino Intensifies: What It Means For Winter

The El Niño weather pattern will likely bring less snow to the East Coast, say forecasters, and more precipitation to parched California.

Belmont CA: BATTLE OF THE BADGES

FIRE vs. POLICE SOFTBALL GAME - Saturday, Sept. 19th 10:00am-3:00pm

WATCH: The 'Easiest Way' to Shuck Corn

We love this simple technique for shucking corn! Never fuss with those pesky corn silks ever again.

Video: Burlingame Dog Sitter Caught Abusing Dog; PHS/SPCA on the Case

Peninsula Humane Society/Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is looking for the dog and pursuing charges against the sitter.

WATCH: Local Weatherman Reacts To East Bay Earthquake While On Air

The 4.0 earthquake hit the East Bay area on Monday morning.

Saturday Smiles: Lost Wedding Ring Found in Sewer Line; Duckling Released into Wild; Officers Promoted

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

Just In Time For Tomato Season: Panzanella Salad Recipe!

Warm garlic bread, mozzarella, basil, vinegar ... VERY easy!

Assemblywoman's Newly Signed Bill to Address Parking Problems

The measure is set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2016.

Bay Area Gas Prices Down, Dropping 14 Cents

Find the cheapest gas in town using our widget.

Robin Williams Remembered on Anniversary of Death

The hashtag #RobinWilliams was trending on Twitter as fans and Hollywood remembered the beloved actor and comedian.

Saturday Smiles: Teen Competes in National Horse Competition; Firefighters Sent to Help With Fires; Badger Back in Wild

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

Saturday Smiles: Surfing Pooches; Man Thinks He's Tarzan; Kids Win Championship

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

Young Woman in Need of Double Lung Transplant to Taylor Swift: 'Thank You for Being An Inspiration'

Tiffany Rich’s bucket list includes new lungs and meeting the pop superstar. Listen to her touching request. #1989tourSantaClara

Shelter Animals Get 'Trumped' in Honor of GOP Debate

Each animal featured is available for adoption.

$500 Million Art Heist, Child Porn, Man Beats Dog, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, an amateur preacher claims a town park "belongs to Jesus" as she delivers an unwanted sermon to children.

You'll Never Again Cut Watermelon Any Other Way! WATCH VIDEO

We love this quick and easy watermelon hack.

Humpback Whale Found Dead on Beach Struck by Ship

Scientist found internal hemorrhaging on the whale’s left side below its pectoral flipper.

Two Penguin Chicks Graduate From 'Fish School,' Joins Colony

Congratulations to Erin and Steve!

S.F. Bay Ferry Ridership Goes Up with Transbay Tube Closed

BART officials closed the tunnel for repairs this weekend.

Sunday Smiles: Garlic Champ; Porchfest; Nation's First Vegetarian Drive-Thru

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

Wedding Album Lost at LAX Returned to Bay Area Couple

An Airport Police Honor Guard hand-delivered the album to the couple -- expecting a baby -- at their home in Modesto.

Planning a Trip to East Bay this Weekend? Don't Take BART

The Transbay Tube will be closed for maintenance until Monday.

Season's First Spare The Air Day Called For Tuesday

With little to no wind and temperature forecasted to reach triple digits, smog levels are expected to reach unhealthy levels.

Endangered Otter Pups; Skunks Caught in Rat Traps; Multiple Mountain Lion Sightings; Cheetah Birthday: All in Calif.

Patch has a wide array of unique animal stories from around the state this week. Some of the photos are darling.

San Francisco to Public Urinators: Our Walls Pee Back

Taking cue from Europe, the City is employing pee-repellent paint on its walls in a pilot program to deter people from peeing in the street.

Saturday Smiles: Man Runs Every Street in Town; Lotto Winners; 95-Year-Old Yogi

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

NASA: Earth's 'Older, Bigger' Cousin Found

We are not alone?

Are You Really Ready for the Next Big California Earthquake?

No one can predict when or where it will happen. Video of Napa's 6.1 quake from 2014 reminds all of us to make preparations now.

Peninsula Woman Wins $5 Million off Scratcher Game

The woman bought the Ultimate Riches Scratchers ticket at the Pak N Save in South San Francisco

Record High Temperatures in Three Bay Area Cities Sunday

The Peninsula was steamy over the weekend. What will the weather be like in Belmont for the rest of the week? We have your forecast.

Saturday Smiles: Cops Donate New Bike to Theft Victim; SF Giants Set Record; Recipes to Beat the Heat

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

Californians Enjoy Some of the Lowest Energy Prices in the Nation

Yes, it's true. Some stuff are cheaper in California.

Police Officer Badly Hurt, Video of Daring Great White Rescue, and More: MA Patch Today

Plus, three are arrested in an officer-involved shooting, and a booze cruise runs aground.

Show Your Spots, Get Free Chicken

Chick-fil-A is issuing a cattle call for its annual Cow Appreciation Day on July 14. Customers who come dressed as cows will eat free.

Here's How to Score a Free Ticket to Great America

Donate blood at selected blood drives and get one free ticket to Great America in Santa Clara.