Maryann Jones Thompson

Two more tech companies lay off thousands of workers

The cuts were at firms in the staffing field which has been hit hard in the past year.

The fact that it’s expanding, rather than shuttering, makes it an anomaly in a retail stretch pockmarked by vacancies. 

Martin Olive was on a smoke break when a man approached and started firing. He still doesn't know why. 

New Oakland Police data shows which neighborhoods had the largest increase in catalytic converter theft.

Rain should begin Monday night, and return in earnest Wednesday through Friday. Precipitation totals for the week could reach 1.5 inches.