Oops! Alleged Peninsula Burglar Drops Driver's License While Wrestling With Homeowner

Police say that as the woman was trying to get away, she dropped some incriminated evidence at the scene.

Stanford Hospital Ex-Worker Arrested, Accused Of Groping Patients Under Anesthesia

The 55-year-old operating room technician worked at a surgical center in Redwood City.

Cal Fire Announces Bay Area Burn Permit Requirement Starting in May

People who conduct open burning must keep the fire size within the issued permit requirements, at all times, according to the agency.

Half Moon Bay Residents Encouraged to Look Into Commuting Alternatives as 'Spare the Air' Season Starts

“Instead of sitting idle on gridlocked roads, rethink your commute," BAAQMD officials said.

Credible Threat: Bloods, Crips Among Notorious Gangs Threatening to 'Take Out' Cops

Though the threats originated Baltimore, police nationwide are on alert, including here in California.

Air Quality to be Concerning for Some Bay Area Residents This Week, Officials Say

BAAQMD officials said the index for the level of soot in the northern zone and coast and central bay zone would be more than 50 Monday.

Shaboo Tales: Courage Trumps Brawn

Shaboo considers the heft of courage over brawn.

Mountain Lion Sightings Reported In Portola Valley, Ladera

A dead deer also was found Friday, and hikers and joggers are reminded to avoid the area's trails at dawn and dusk.

Sunday Smiles: Cops Give Sea Lion Pup Ride; Kitty Stuck in Wheel; Amazing Sand Art

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from around the Bay Area.

HIRING? Post Your Job On Half Moon Bay Patch In 3 Clicks

The Patch Jobs Board provides businesses with a convenient way to connect with qualified job seekers, in town or across the country.

Peninsula Residents Advised To Avoid Dawn or Dusk Jogs In Portola Valley

Deer carcass found, possibly killed by mountain lion.

Dollar Tree Reaches $2.72 Million Settlement Over Hazardous Waste Disposal

Stores statewide were dumping toxic, corrosive and ignitable trash into landfills.

Sunday's Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show marks its 25th year with a massive celebration of mechanical ingenuity, power and style!

The “Coolest Show on Earth” is Sunday, April 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Half Moon Bay Airport to benefit the Coastside Adult Day Health Center

Tuesday, April 28, 2015, Midcoast Community Council Special Meeting, 7:00 pm

A special meeting of the Midcoast Community Council will be held on Tuesday April 28th at 7pm

BREAKING: Person Killed In Fire At Abandoned Peninsula Chemical Refinery Site

The fire was reported around 1 a.m. today in East Palo Alto.

Trashy Roads Getting a Spring Cleaning, Including the Tunnels

It's all part of Earth Day--and those bright orange bags are meant to catch your eye.

Weekend Arrives With Chance of Rain

Gusty winds will accompany the rain.

Join Puente's Fundraising Party at Pasta Moon Restaurant

May 5, 5:00-7:30 pm. Celebrate and help support Puente. Donations matched dollar-for-dollar by the Silicon Valley Foundation-up to $35,000!

Disguised Man Who Twice Held Up Same Peninsula Bank Headed to Prison

Mitchell Garcia wore disguises while trying to twice rob the same Burlingame bank, according to prosecutors.

Half Moon Bay Netflix Subscribers: "Grace and Frankie," an Original Series, and Movie Releases, Coming in May

These movies and televisions series are coming to Netflix in May, according to Tech Times, Refinery 29 and other publications.

Peninsula Residents Can Now Utilize AAA's Battery Recycling Program Year Round

People can drop off their old automotive, motorcycle, RV and marine batteries and celebrate Earth Day all year long.

Half Moon Bay Parents: California's Mandatory Vaccine Bill Clears Hurdle

Following a measles outbreak, lawmakers are attempting to take away personal exemptions. What do you think?

Have You Seen This 'At-Risk' Woman? Peninsula Police Need Help Finding Her

Daly City police are hoping someone may know where the woman– who has short term memory loss problems– may be.

'Operation Silver Dragon' Planned in Half Moon Bay Thursday

The emergency preparedness operation will happen in the morning, county officials said.

Dead Bird Prompts San Mateo County Officials to Issue West Nile Warning

Residents can report fresh bird and tree squirrel carcasses by calling the state’s West Nile virus hot line at (877) 968-2473.

Eyes on the Skies, Half Moon Bay: Lyrid Meteor Shower Peaks This Week

The meteor shower is expected to peak Wednesday night and Thursday morning.

Beached Whale in Pacifica Marred with Graffiti

KRON reports the corpse of a beached whale discovered Tuesday has been defaced.

'Coolest Show on Earth' Coming to Half Moon Bay

The Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show is marking 25 years with the event on Sunday April 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Half Moon Bay Airport.

Sand Artist Leaves His Mark, Momentarily, on Peninsula Beaches

The ephemeral art springs forth from his mind and is washed out to sea.

Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening To Kill Victim In Peninsula Parking Garage

A racial slur was said to the citizen who was inside his car, Palo Alto police said.

Grandparents Get Help Picking Great Gifts for the Grandkids

Kids Gift Club offers grandparents an opportunity to thrill their grandkids with gifts they’ll love.

Shaboo Tales: You're Anything But Beige

Young fish of the Australian coral reefs learn of the horrors of being colorless.

Midcoast Community Council Parks Forum

AGENDA for April 22, 2015, Regular MCC Meeting, 7:00 pm Special location: Cypress Meadows, 343 Cypress Ave, Moss Beach

#JustDrive, Half Moon Bay! Join April 30 Tweet-Up To Stop Distracted Driving

And for those who think they can quickly glance at their phones while behind the wheel, share this video from the NHTSA.

Bumped Off Caltrain With Your Bicycle? Bike Bump Form Now Available Online

The form will help Caltrain figure out boarding trends and develop information for passengers on daily ridership levels.

Going Boating, Half Moon Bay? NOAA Warns of Migrating Whales in Bay Waters

Officials are advising boaters to stay away from migrating whales in local waters.

Disgraced, Convicted Former San Mateo Sheriff's Deputy Released at Sentencing

Prosecutors say that in 2013, Colin Smith found a man in his ex's bathroom and severely beat him, fracturing the man's nose and eye sockets.

Half Moon Bay Residents Asked to Celebrate World Red Cross Day by Giving Blood

Here in San Mateo County blood drives are scheduled in Half Moon Bay, San Bruno and San Mateo.

VIDEO INTERVIEW: "The Age of Adaline" Star Michiel Huisman on Becoming Ageless

Being Candid with “Game of Thrones” Star Michiel Huisman

Historic Warbirds Wing Their Way to the Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show, Sunday, April 26 at Half Moon Bay Airport

John Ward’s B-25 Bomber “Old Glory” among the vintage warbirds featured at this year's big show on Sunday, April 26 at Half Moon Bay Airport