Watch: 58,000 Tons of Bay Bridge Coming Down Piece by Piece

Crews using blowtorches are slicing apart the 70 year old span.

Gov. Brown Signs $1 Billion Emergency Drought Package

The legislation includes assistance for homeowners in obtaining water efficient washing machines or dishwashers at no upfront cost.

South San Francisco Man Finds Burglar in His Home

The man caught the criminal in the act when he returned home Friday night.

World Autism Awareness Day/Light It Up Blue - April 2, 2015

Help Shine a Light on Autism: World Autism Awareness Day/Light It Up Blue – Thursday, April 2, 2015

Hey, South San Francisco! Baskin Robbins is $1.31 on 3/31

The promotion is meant to celebrate the brand's 70th birthday; two-scoop sundaes will cost $3.31.

Sheriff's Deputies Looking for 'Indecent Exposure' Suspect Spotted Near Peninsula School

Police say a girl was walking near a high school, and spotted the man in his truck with his genitals exposed.

Have You Tried the Starbucks 'Birthday Cake Frappuccino', South San Francisco?

The drink is only available until March 30.

WrestleMania 31 Expected to Take Over the Bay Area

Jimmy Hart and Dolph Ziggler talk about the thrill and excitement of the spectacular event.

Accused Protesters Who Shut Down San Mateo Bridge Face Judge

The protesters shut down all lanes for at least 25 minutes.

County Commits $95,000 to Recidivism Reduction Program

The plan stretches over several years, aiming to improve public safety and enhance individual lives.

PHOTO RECAP: Stars of "Game Of Thrones" Descend on Bay Area

The popular series had its season five premiere in San Francisco this week.

California's 6,000 Sex Offender Parolees Getting Looser Restrictions

A state court struck down a restriction in Jessica's Law. 1,400 of the 6,000 parolees are transients.

Woman Touched in 'Inappropriate Manner' While Jogging Coastal Trail

Police are now looking for the sexual battery suspect.

Jail Custodian Accused of Smuggling Drugs to Inmates Pleads to Lesser Charge

The San Mateo County DA's office made the deal after key prosecution witnesses refused to testify.

Health Officials Warn of Raw Milk's Risks After Series of Bay Area Illnesses

Six Bay Area residents have recently fallen seriously ill from consuming raw milk, health officials said.

Elderly Man Hospitalized After Crashing SUV Into 7-Eleven

Daly City police say the man may have experienced a medical emergency which led to the crash.

Attorney General Seeks to Block 'Utterly Reprehensible' Initiative Allowing the Killing of Gays

The ‘Sodomite Suppression Act,’ an initiative by a California attorney to kill homosexuals, prompts outrage and counter legislation.

Four Men Accused of Defrauding County Landfill of $1.4 Million

Between the four defendants, they’re accused of defrauding the company of nearly $1.4 million between January 2010 and August 2013.

Nonprofit's Land Purchase Helps Complete California Coastal Trail

The Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) purchased the land along Pillar Point Bluff.

RECALL ALERT: Bay Area Company Recalling Products with Spinach

Organic spinach used in the foods is possibly tainted, according to the FDA.

James WIlder Stars in "3 Holes and a Smoking Gun"

3 Holes and a Smoking Gun

'Sharp Decline' Reported in Unsheltered Homeless in San Mateo County

Officials release preliminary results this week from a recent homeless count.

AUDITION FOR BAY POINTE BALLET SCHOOL SUMMER INTENSIVE: SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2015

Dancers ages 8 & up are invited to audition to train this summer with master ballet teachers from around the world!

Senator Jerry Hill, Assemblymember Kevin Mullin Hosting Open House on Thursday

The third annual event will be held in San Mateo.

Former San Mateo County DA Keith Sorenson Dies at 93

Keith Sorenson, 93, died at his Redwood City home on Friday.

Inmate Escapes San Francisco Jail; Possibly Only in Underpants

Sheriff's officials say the man escaped custody while taking out the trash Monday night.

Police Need Help Identifying Check Fraud Suspect

Daly City police are hoping someone may recognize the woman pictured here.

Tech Company on "Best Companies to Work" List Has Hundreds of Openings

Looking for a new job? Pick a company that will treat you like gold.

State: San Mateo County Has Lowest Unemployment Rate in Bay Area

Preliminary figures show that the county's unemployment rate was 3.5% in February, compared to the state average of 6.7 percent.

Calif. Legislation Would Fund Response to Mysterious Spills in Bay

Senate Bill 718 would address a gap in the law that exists when the pollutant in question has not been identified.

Nut Recall Affects Whole Foods Market Products

The products may "contain Salmonella."

Shaboo Tales: Listening Is an Act of Honor

Shaboo considers good listening as a valuable skill, and that it is the good deed of one soul honoring another.

Good News Wrap: Dumped Mama Dog Gets Home; Man Sings 'Thank You'; Dogs Fly Out of SFO

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

Full List: Wines Named In Lawsuit Over High Levels Of Arsenic

Check your wine rack— all of these California wines allegedly have dangerous levels of arsenic, a lawsuit alleges.

VIDEO REVIEW: Does "Insurgent" Surge with Excitement, South San Francisco?

This film critic says, “’Insurgent’ appears to be diverging!”

Three Animals Killed by Mountain Lion on Peninsula in Last 2 Weeks

The most recent sighting of a mountain lion was in Half Moon Bay.

VIDEO: Saved From Dog Meat Industry: 57 Pups Rescued, Flown From South Korea to Bay Area

After medical evaluations, these cuties will be placed with East Bay and Sacramento-area animal groups for adoption.

A Virtual Reality Experience, "Insurgent - Shatter Reality" Comes to the Bay Area This Weekend

Fans will be immersed in the role of “Divergent,” and are subjected to a series of mental “simulations.”

Lunchtime Yoga w/Patti Martin

Yoga is for everyone. Participants will start with elementary postures, with an emphasis on the standing asanas (postures)

Author Talk: Heather Hardison

South San Francisco Public Library is excited to host Heather Hardison, author of Homegrown.