Ruling Could End State's Death Penalty

The Court of Appeals is reviewing a ruling in the case of an LA man that the system is so “dysfunctional” it's cruel and unusual.

Cases of Legionnaires Disease at San Quentin Rises to Six

As a result, prison officials said they have limited the use of water at the prison.

Legionnaires Disease Outbreak Closes San Quentin to Visitors

The disease is spread through mist, moisture and steam and prison officials have limited the use of water at the prison.

Case of Inmate with Legionnaires Disease Prompts San Quentin to Shut Off Water

The Department of Health and Human Services said the disease is not spread from person to person and the community is not at risk.

SoCal Legislator's Request for Audit of Planned Parenthood Rejected

Melissa Melendez, R-Lake Elsinore, alleges Planned Parenthood was illegally selling aborted fetus tissues.

SoCal Lawmaker Leads Charge for Audit of Planned Parenthood

Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez alleges Planned Parenthood is involved in the black market selling organs harvested from aborted fetuses.

Drought Radio Station Will Help You Time Your Showers

The new “Water Lovers Station” on Pandora includes 100 five-minute songs to help you keep your showers short.

Push Underway To End Hazardous Chemical Use At CA Nail Salons

For employees' and customers' well-being, nail salons need to use safer products and improve ventilation, officials say.

Nine Local Measures on November Ballot

A sample ballot and informational pamphlets will be mailed to registered voters the final week of September.

Governor Signs Bill Banning Grand Jury Investigation of Police-Related Deaths

The governor said he signed the bill to bring the proceedings into the public eye.

Spare the Air Alert Issued for Sunday

This is the third Spare the Air Alert for smog so far this year.

GOP Presidential Candidate Takes Aim at California's Vaccination Law

Criticizing the state's new mandatory vaccination law, Carly Fiorina is quoted, saying, “California is wrong on most everything, honestly."

State Water Department Offers Rebates on Toilet and Turf Replacements

Consumers can get a $100 rebate to replace one toilet per household and up to $2 per square foot for lawn replacement, up to $2,000.

See The Racist Memes Donald Trump Staffer Shared On Facebook

It's the second racist Facebook scandal for the Trump campaign this week.

County Receives $250K Grant to Combat Fraud

The additional funding will go toward investigating and prosecuting cases involving workers’ compensation fraud.

2 West Marin Roads to be Repaved, Enhanced

Sections of Drake Blvd., Point Reyes-Petaluma Road due for upgrades.

Bridge Near Marin-Sonoma Border to Be Replaced

San Antonio Bridge job coincides with Marin-Sonoma Narrows project.

Booze By Mail? It Could Happen

A Bay Area congresswoman is proposing the repeal of a Prohibition-era ban shipping alcohol through the mail.

$2.2M Approved for Bay Area Hydrogen Refueling Stations

Bay Area Air Quality Management District expects 12 more stations to be operable early next year. The Bay Area already has three stations.

Marin County Takes Major Step Toward Safe Disposal of Drugs

Marin poised to join 4 Bay Area counties in instituting a ‘take-back’ ordinance

UCSF Says Support of Warriors Arena Dependent on Traffic Access

The university supports the plan but has misgivings about traffic mitigation.

House Passes SoCal Congressman's Legislation to De-Fund 'Sanctuary Cities'

Duncan Hunter introduced the bill immediately after the July 1 slaying of a 32-year-old San Francisco woman.

Report: Bay Area, California Roads Some of Worst in Country

The report found 74 percent of roads in the San Francisco-Oakland area were in poor condition.

Public Review Open on Point Reyes Pavement Project

Feedback sought about planned repairs on segment of Sir Francis Drake Blvd.

Major Ruling For Divorcing Spouses On 'Legal Separation' From CA High Court

An estranged, divorcing couple must live separately to claim separate property -- including income.

New Legislation Would Allow the Shoot-down of Drones Over Wildfires

Companion legislation would increase fines and authorize jail time for unauthorized use of drone over wildfires.

Faster Customs Check at SFO? There's an App For that

Passengers can reduce wait time by not having to fill out the paper declaration form.

Governor Signs Bill Making It Easier to Domestic Violence Victims to Move to Safety

The bill, sponsored by San Francisco Assemblyman David Chiu, allows domestic violence victims to break a lease in order to move.

Bill Requiring Greater Disclosure From Builders Rejected Today By CA Assembly Committee

The legislation was proposed after a North Bay woman and five Irish students were killed in June following the Berkeley balcony collapse.

What Would Be The Most Effective Way For CA To Implement Recreational Use Of Marijuana?

Law students from Stanford offer analysis on the issue if voters do approve ballot measures in 2016.

Candidate Filing Opens for November Election

Nominations accepted through Aug. 7

Foster Parent Orientation Set for July 21

Marin’s most vulnerable kids need help

EDD Launches New Service to Manage Unemployment Claims

UI Online will be available 24 hours and on also on smartphones and tablets.

Health Department Warns of Increased West Nile Virus Activity

Sonoma, Marin, Solano, Contra Costa, Alameda, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties have all had WNV activity this year.

County Celebrates 25 Years of the ADA

Anniversary of the American Disability Act to be marked on July 23

Bay Area Ocean Temperatures Above Historical Average

This could mean bad news for native coastal plants and also increase the likelihood of wildfires.

Health Department Warns Residents of Toxic Seafood

Consumers should not eat recreationally caught or harvested mussels and clams, the agency warns.

Regional Faith Leaders Calling For Protection of Refugees

Assyrian Christians and Yezidis facing death threats from ISIL terrorists, they said.

Will Same-Sex Marriage be a Boost to the Wedding Business?

Did the Supreme Court save the livelihoods of wedding workers?

Majority of Electric Customers Face Higher Bills With New Rate Plan

The plan passed by the California Public Utilities Commission is being criticized by a San Francisco-based conservation group.