The five motions were filed two days before the five-year anniversary of a fatal pipeline explosion in San Bruno on Sept. 9, 2010.
A National Weather Service heat advisory is in effect.
It will be hot and smoggy.
Wildfires and drought have left California at greater risk of flooding during a monster El NiΓ±o, and experts say now is the time to prepare.
The magazine released the list of its top 25 sexiest cities in America, and the Golden State came out on top with cities on the list.
These are the official, registered names from the Social Security Administration. Did your baby's name make the list?
Michael Harris, 24, died in the collision with another boat off Santa Catalina Island early Sunday morning.
Dates, times and locations--everything you need to plan your viewing party--or avoid traffic!
San Francisco HIREvent - Wednesday, September 23
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Grandparents raising grandchildren were particularly vulnerable.
What's the history of Labor Day? Find out here!
With the California Mission's founder about to be named a saint, the church plans to be more sensitive to the heartache natives suffered.
Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.
The CHP is changing the way it hires officers, opening applications year-round.
Eddie Redmayne is set to capture the hearts of moviegoers around the world in his new movie.
Massive Crowds Expected for Stellar Lineup of Music, Art, Food and Mardi Gras-Style Fun
The images included children as young as one year old engaging in sexual acts with children.
About 4 million travelers are expected to get away this holiday weekend. The top destinations include San Diego and San Francisco.
Just in time for Labor Day, here are seven amazing BBQ recipes that also happen to work well for a kosher kitchen.
The cub is 25th cub born at the zoo since 1960.
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' debuts in December, but merchandise for the film goes on sale Sept. 4. Will you be standing in line?
The owners of Rolling Pin Donuts, Pilgrim Kitchen Bakery and Classic 101 Burgers and Shakes were accused of illegally dumping of sewage.
Rangers found Burlingame resident James Millet Jr., 39, on Tuesday in North Dome, one of the parkβs granite domes.
It is only the third clinic of its kind the world.
She passed away July 29 at the age of 113
The lawsuit will establish whether the drivers are independent contractors or employees.
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Put on your thinking caps! Three California agencies are holding "$25K Find A New Way" innovation contests.
Police have arrested a 77-year-old suspect in the case.
A California therapist explains the difference, and warns parents not to get talked into one when your child needs the other.
The bill would fine drone operators up to $5,000 for interfering with firefighting efforts.
These seven law enforcement officers are among many killed in the line of duty every year.
The Court of Appeals is reviewing a ruling in the case of an LA man that the system is so βdysfunctionalβ it's cruel and unusual.
See where and how to apply.
Hitting the road with the entire fam in tow, including Fifi and Fido? Plan ahead so everyone enjoys the trip.
They come at you by phone and email--scammers trying to separate you from your hard-earned money. Even non-customers are targeted.
Take a look at the month gone by.