Map of Bay Area on Facebook offends some resiJan 28, 2012 | 12:01 amA map of the Bay Area, apparently meant as a joke, has made its rounds on Facebook and has offended some people. The map certainly requires a thick skin.
San Francisco police warn of pickpocketsJan 27, 2012 | 11:34 pmAnyone with plans to be out and about at night in San Francisco is being warned to be on the lookout for thieves.Police said there has been a rash of thefts of wallets, purses and especially smart phones.
Man fatally shot in West OaklandJan 27, 2012 | 11:03 pmA man was fatally shot in West Oakland Friday night.
The incident happened at about 9:30 p.
Palo Alto cop chosen to coach US Olympic badmJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 pmA Palo Alto police officer was selected to represent the United States in an emerging sport -- badminton. Officials announced Friday that Ben Lee, a Palo Alto police officer, will be the United States badminton coach for the London Olympics.
15-year-old girl fatally stabbed in San LeandJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 pmPolice in San Leandro are investigating the fatal stabbing of a 15-year-old girl Friday night.
Officers responded to the 1900 block of Pacific Avenue at around 6:20 p.
Two men plead no contest in officer shooting Jan 27, 2012 | 10:00 pmTwo associates of a Union City gang member who's been sentenced to life in state prison for shooting and nearly killing a Fremont police officer in Oakland in 2010 pleaded no contest this week to being accessories in the case.
Andrew Barrientos, a 21-year-old Union City man, was sentenced last month for shooting Fremont police Officer Todd Young in East Oakland on Aug.
Man killed after car hits power poleJan 27, 2012 | 9:30 pm?A 19-year-old man died in a solo car crash in San Jose Friday afternoon, police said.
The man was driving a silver 2005 Toyota east on Yerba Buena Avenue, near San Felipe Road, when he lost control and struck a power pole, police said.
Police release sketch of November hate crime Jan 27, 2012 | 9:00 pmSan Jose police today released a sketch of one of two suspects who attacked an East Indian man and called him a 'terrorist' in November.
The attack happened on Nov.
Man charged in fatal bar brawl gets probationJan 27, 2012 | 8:30 pmMurder charges were dropped in Contra Costa County Superior Court Friday against a Martinez man who fatally stabbed a man during a September 2008 bar fight in an apparent act of self-defense.
Paul Morgan, 33, was sentenced Friday afternoon to three years of probation for involuntary manslaughter for the stabbing of 48-year-old Discovery Bay resident Rusty Rascon during a fight outside of the Wild Idol Saloon in Byron on Sept.
SJ hate crime victim talks about attackJan 28, 2012 | 1:03 amA man who was brutally beaten and called a terrorist is speaking out for the first time since his attack.
Executive trades white collar for hard hatJan 28, 2012 | 12:30 amCareer transitions aren't unusual, but it is rare to see someone give up a seat in the board room for a hard hat.
Convicted fraudster walks free despite warranJan 27, 2012 | 7:30 pmA man convicted in a mortgage rescue scheme in Alameda County is a free man, but how long he will be out of jail is the big question.
Lee: Case must be distracting for MirkarimiJan 27, 2012 | 7:30 pmMayor Ed Lee says he is still encouraging San FranciscoSheriff Ross Mirkarimi to think about resigning amidst a domestic violence scandal.
Community teams up for school damaged by fireJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 pmA San Francisco school that was damaged by a fire in the Western Addition neighborhood still has not recovered one month later.
Romney, Gingrich focus on Hispanic voters in Jan 27, 2012 | 5:30 pmNewt Gingrich and Mitt Romney urged conservatives to back off aggressive anti-immigration policies as they vied for Hispanic votes Friday.
Shooting in Berkeley leaves father of 5 deadJan 27, 2012 | 2:30 pmBerkeley police are investigating the city's first homicide of the year, a brazen shooting that left a father of five dead.
Canadian students send Lego man into spaceJan 27, 2012 | 1:00 pmTwo Canadian students spent two years designing a contraption they could send into space on a budget of only $400.
SJ hate crime victim talks about attackJan 28, 2012 | 1:30 amA man who was brutally beaten and called a terrorist is speaking out for the first time since his attack.
SJ hate crime victim talks about attackJan 28, 2012 | 1:30 amA man who was brutally beaten and called a terrorist is speaking out for the first time since his attack.
Executive trades white collar for hard hatJan 28, 2012 | 12:30 amCareer transitions aren't unusual, but it is rare to see someone give up a seat in the board room for a hard hat.
Watch your ABC7 AccuWeather forecastJan 28, 2012 | 12:01 amIt will be clear and colder Friday night. Saturday will be another sunny and mild day.
Volunteer rescue teams dedicate time and moneJan 27, 2012 | 8:30 pmMeet an East Bay rescue crew with a life and death mission, and see why volunteering is not only costing them time, but money.
Watch your ABC7 AccuWeather forecastJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmIt will be clear and colder Friday night. Saturday will be another sunny and mild day.
Convicted fraudster walks free despite warranJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmA man convicted in a mortgage rescue scheme in Alameda County is a free man, but how long he will be out of jail is the big question.
Best Romantic Trips For Valentine's Day in ThJan 28, 2012 | 12:30 amIn the mood for an indulgent, unforgettable Valentine's Day with a special friend? The choices for high-end romance are endless for lovestruck San Franciscans. Here are a few sweet ideas, from an elegant wine country [.
Oakland Police Seek Suspect In Attempted SexuJan 28, 2012 | 12:01 amOakland police said Friday that they are asking for the public's help in finding a man who allegedly attempted to sexually assault a woman on a busy street in the city's Fruitvale District in the middle of the day on Thursday.
Late Rally Not Enough, Warriors Fall To ThundJan 27, 2012 | 10:30 pmDorell Wright scored 23 and David Lee had 19 points and seven rebounds for the Warriors, who pushed another one of the NBA's elite to the brink.
Oakland Warns Occupy Protesters Not To Take OJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 pmIn a statement Friday, Oakland City Administrator Deanna Santana said the city would not be "bullied by threats of violence or illegal activity.".
7 Arrested For Gang-Related Assaults In San MJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 pmThe San Mateo Police Department has arrested 7 suspects in connection with 3 separate violent gang assaults over the past week, authorities said.
Berkeley Shooting Victim Identified As HerculJan 27, 2012 | 9:30 pmThe victim of a fatal shooting in Berkeley Thursday night has been identified as 32-year-old Kenneth Warren, police said Friday.
California Passes Strict New Auto Emission RuJan 27, 2012 | 9:00 pmCalifornia air regulators have unanimously passed sweeping auto emission standards that include a mandate to have 1.4 million electric and hybrid vehicles on state roads by 2025.
Facebook I.P.O. Expected to Boost Bay Area EcJan 28, 2012 | 12:01 amThe new millionaires from Facebook's $100 billion initial public offering are expected to spend big in the Bay Area.
.
The Future of College TuitionJan 27, 2012 | 11:34 pmPresident Obama pitched a new plan today to help lower the cost of higher education, but will it work for the U.C.
Space & the GOPJan 27, 2012 | 9:30 pmThe Future of Space Exploration took center stage at the GOP debate in Florida. NBC Bay Area's Brent Cannon sits down with a Space Policy expert to discuss what the candidates said and if ideas like a moon colony are possible.
Sunny Outlook for South Bay Engineering StudeJan 27, 2012 | 9:00 pmNBC Bay Area's Brent Cannon sits down with two members of the Santa Clara team headed to the Solar Decathlon. They discuss the new strategy in a competition where they build a home from scratch.
Letter to a 49erJan 27, 2012 | 9:00 pmNBC Bay Area's Brent Cannon talks to the father of a boy who wrote a letter to 49ers player Kyle Williams. 7 year old Owen Shure was upset at the mistakes Williams made, but realized Williams must feel bad so he wrote to thank him.
Resort Offers $25,000 'Ultimate Ski Pass'Jan 12, 2012 | 9:00 amThe Aspen Skiing Co. is offering an "Ultimate Ski Pass" that will let you have unlimited first tracks before chairlifts open to the public -- for $25,000.
Kids Brave Weather For Treats At White HouseJan 12, 2012 | 9:00 amSome children in Washington braved cold and soggy weather Saturday for an early Halloween treat -- a brief visit to the White House.
Man Stuck In Baby Swing For Nine HoursJan 12, 2012 | 9:00 amA California man gets stuck in a baby swing for nine hours after a bet with friends goes horribly wrong.
Giant Lego Man Washes Up On Fla. BeachJan 12, 2012 | 9:00 amPolice in southern Florida are scratching their heads over a life-sized Lego man bearing a cryptic slogan that washed up on the beach.
Airline Finds Long-Lost Cat In AirportJan 12, 2012 | 9:00 amThe cat that vanished in baggage claim at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport and whose plight became an online sensation has been found after being missing for two months.
Drunk 11-Year-Old Found At Occupy ProtestJan 12, 2012 | 9:00 amA 27-year-old Montana man is charged after police find an 11-year-old boy drunk at a local Occupy protest.
NY Couple Tries To Trademark 'Occupy Wall St.Jan 12, 2012 | 9:00 amA Long Island couple wants to trademark the slogan "Occupy Wall St." with the intent to sell sweatshirts, T-shirts, bumper stickers and hobo bags, among other merchandise.
Miss Piggy Dons Designer DudsJan 12, 2012 | 9:00 amEver the fashionista, Miss Piggy is making other muppets green with envy thanks to a shoot with InStyle magazine.
Dog Saved By Mouth-To-Snout CPRJan 12, 2012 | 9:00 amFirefighters in Wisconsin revive a yellow Lab pulled lifeless from a house fire using mouth-to-snout resuscitation.