WWII Airman Laid To Rest + Best City To Raise A Family: NorCal Smiles

As the scorching weather hits, cool down with some happy news from around the Bay.

Renovated Poppy Ridge Golf Club Reopening In Livermore

The redesigned 18-hole course reopens Saturday with wider fairways, better walkability, and upgraded practice areas.

Stoneridge Mall Exhibiting Emerald High School Student Artwork
Enjoy dynamic work from drawing, sculpture, and ceramics students in the schools first public art showcase.

Danville Brewing Company Pleasanton Location Approved
The Pleasanton Planning Commission approved a 10,000-square-foot location with beer production and indoor and outdoor seating.

Pleasanton Student Competing In National Spelling Bee Semifinals
A student from the Stratford School is joining 2 other Bay Area students in the esteemed competition. See how to watch.

Mooyah Burgers Opening Livermore Location
The Texas-based chain prides itself on fresh burgers, fries, and ice cream milkshakes.

WWII Livermore Airman Laid To Rest After 81 Years: Reports
Lt. Thomas Kelly Jr., who disappeared in 1944, received a hero's welcome and full military funeral in Livermore this Memorial Day.

Pleasanton Students Awarded At International Robotics Competition
Four 6th graders from Harvest Park Middle School excelled at the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship.

Mill Valley Students Create Artwork To Stand Against Hate

The artwork can be found on utility boxes in this Bay Area town.

Fremont Road Closed This Weekend For Burger And Brew Festival

A main road in Downtown Fremont will be closed all day to make way for a tasty festival.

Bay Area City Named Best Place To Raise A Family In The Country

Declared the happiest city for five years in a row, it may come as no surprise this city is considered the best to raise a family.

How A San Mateo Businessman Became A Children’s Author

It was a 30-year journey for a Bay Area investment banker to get his children’s books published.

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