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In Marin Crash That Killed Four Teens, Parents Point Fingers at CHP, County Road Maintenance

In Marin Crash That Killed Four Teens, Parents Point Fingers at CHP, County Road Maintenance

The 16-year-old driver in a crash that killed her four teen friends has pleaded not guilty, but meanwhile, parents are bringing legal motions against the California Highway Patrol and Marin County.

Car Thief Crashes Into Oakland Youth Boxing Club and Flees the Scene, Damaging Historic Ring

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Car Thief Crashes Into Oakland Youth Boxing Club and Flees the Scene, Damaging Historic Ring

The driver of a stolen car crashed into Lightning's Boxing Club in Oakland early New Year’s Day after colliding with another car — sending two people to the hospital — then fleeing on foot. The estimated repair costs are between $50,000 and $1000,000.

Saturday Links: Human Skull Found Near Monterey Leads to Discovery of Additional Remains

Saturday Links: Human Skull Found Near Monterey Leads to Discovery of Additional Remains

Yet another power outage hit about 3,400 residences in SF’s Richmond District and Seacliff Friday; 12 people were injured in a two-car crash near SF’s Balboa Park; and a land surveyor found a skull off Highway 1 near Monterey this week.

Rollover Crash on I-280 in Daly City Kills One Passenger, Driver Arrested for DUI

Rollover Crash on I-280 in Daly City Kills One Passenger, Driver Arrested for DUI

A 65-year-old woman was killed in a single-car crash on Interstate 280 in Daly City Thursday morning, and the driver was arrested for DUI. Northbound lanes near Serramonte Boulevard were closed to traffic, and travelers were told to expect delays.

Saturday Links: Historic SF Mansion Sells for Half Its Original Price, Despite ‘Mansion Shortage’

Saturday Links: Historic SF Mansion Sells for Half Its Original Price, Despite ‘Mansion Shortage’

A shredded cheese recall has expanded to include 1 million bags from major retailers nationwide; the Oakland community packed the venue at a memorial for Laney College coach John Beam Friday; and an 1899 mansion on “Billionaires’ Row” sold for $17.75 million.

CHP Says Speeding Caused April Marin Crash That Killed Four Teens; 16-Year-Old Driver May Face Charges

CHP Says Speeding Caused April Marin Crash That Killed Four Teens; 16-Year-Old Driver May Face Charges

The California Highway Patrol is telling a whole different story than the two teens who survived a fatal crash in Marin County this April, saying that the 16-year-old driver was speeding, and recommending vehicular manslaughter charges.

Six Killed, 2 Injured in Solo Minivan Crash in Napa County, Driver Arrested for Suspected DUI

Six Killed, 2 Injured in Solo Minivan Crash in Napa County, Driver Arrested for Suspected DUI

Six passengers were killed and another suffered major injuries Sunday evening when the driver of their vehicle ran off the road and hit a tree about 12 miles north of St. Helena. The driver, who survived, was arrested for suspected DUI.

One Killed, Another Injured In Crash on I-280 In San Francisco

One Killed, Another Injured In Crash on I-280 In San Francisco

A man was killed and a woman severely injured when their car went off the road and crashed into a median Saturday morning, going southbound on Interstate 280 in SF near the Cesar Chavez Street exit.

[Update] Car in Burlingame Crash Was Hit by E-Bike Before Striking, Killing 4-Year-Old Boy on Sidewalk

[Update] Car in Burlingame Crash Was Hit by E-Bike Before Striking, Killing 4-Year-Old Boy on Sidewalk

Police say the car in Friday night’s crash in Burlingame was first hit by an e-bike, causing the driver to jump the curb and strike two children before crashing into a restaurant. A 4-year-old boy was killed and a 6-year-old girl was injured. [Update] A GoFundMe campaign has been launched.

Vehicle Crashes Into Backyard Near Cole Valley, Hits Propane Tank, Driver Injured

Vehicle Crashes Into Backyard Near Cole Valley, Hits Propane Tank, Driver Injured

There was a wild scene at Frederick and Masonic streets in SF early Wednesday afternoon, after a vehicle drove onto the sidewalk, crashed into a backyard, and landed on a propane tank. There was no fire, but the driver of the vehicle has been hospitalized.

Saturday Portola Rollover Crash Killed Driver, Left Dog Seriously Injured

Saturday Portola Rollover Crash Killed Driver, Left Dog Seriously Injured

A fatal one-car crash this weekend at the border of the Portola and Bayview neighborhoods took the life of the driver who was in his 30s, while a dog who was in the car with him suffered serious injuries.

Driver Blames Tesla in Deadly January SoMa Crash, 20 Traffic Violations Linked to Same Name

Driver Blames Tesla in Deadly January SoMa Crash, 20 Traffic Violations Linked to Same Name

New details have emerged about the January SoMa crash that killed Mikhael Romanenko and his dog, injured seven others, and was perpetrated by a driver who may have at least 20 prior traffic violations—who now claims the Tesla accelerated on its own.

Rookie SFPD Officer Arrested for DUI Just Days After Academy Graduation

Rookie SFPD Officer Arrested for DUI Just Days After Academy Graduation

Two days after graduating from the SFPD Academy, rookie officer Ryan Kwong was arrested for DUI following a crash in the Outer Sunset that injured five people, including one critically.

Motorist Flips $400,000 Lamborghini on State Route 9 Near Santa Cruz

Motorist Flips $400,000 Lamborghini on State Route 9 Near Santa Cruz

While the passengers suffered only minor injuries, the driver may be looking at a massive financial setback, as excessive speed appears to have been a factor in the totaling of a $400,000 Lamborghini Sunday near Santa Cruz.

Driver Killed In Multi-Car Crash On Bay Bridge Friday Night

Driver Killed In Multi-Car Crash On Bay Bridge Friday Night

One man has died and another injured after a high-speed crash involving four cars on the Bay Bridge on Friday night. The crash temporarily closed westbound I-80 lanes near the incline.

Four Teenage Girls Killed, Two Injured In Marin Car Crash

Four Teenage Girls Killed, Two Injured In Marin Car Crash

Four teenage girls were killed in Marin County on Friday night after their vehicle veered off the road and hit a tree. Three of the girls died at the scene, and a fourth victim passed away at the hospital. Two others are in critical condition.

Hit-And-Run Victim Allegedly Strikes Pedestrians While Pursuing Vehicle

Hit-And-Run Victim Allegedly Strikes Pedestrians While Pursuing Vehicle

In a shocking turn of events in Redwood City on Saturday night, a 19-year-old man who was the victim of a hit-and-run ended up allegedly striking multiple pedestrians after attempting to chase after the vehicle.

Tesla Reportedly In Autopilot Mode Plows Into Mission District Plant Store

Tesla Reportedly In Autopilot Mode Plows Into Mission District Plant Store

A plant store called Mellow SF was hit by a Tesla that was reportedly in autopilot mode early Sunday afternoon, but the car seems to have taken more damage than the shop, and no people or plants were harmed.

Car Crashed Into Front of Dovre Club Wednesday Morning, But Bar Insists They Will Reopen ‘Soon'

Car Crashed Into Front of Dovre Club Wednesday Morning, But Bar Insists They Will Reopen ‘Soon'

A two-car accident resulted in a car ramming into the front of the Valencia Street bar Dovre Club. But the repair job is already well underway, and staff insist the bar will reopen “soon,” possibly even this week.

Update: SFPD Vehicle Crashes Into Building During Portola Car Chase, Two Officers and Two Suspects Injured

Update: SFPD Vehicle Crashes Into Building During Portola Car Chase, Two Officers and Two Suspects Injured

An early morning SFPD car chase in Portola at about 3:40 am Monday ended when the suspect car and an SFPD SUV both crashed into a building at San Bruno and Paul avenues, sending two officers and two suspects to the hospital.

Three BART PD Officers, Medical Driver Recovering After Saturday’s High-Speed West Oakland Crash

Three BART PD Officers, Medical Driver Recovering After Saturday’s High-Speed West Oakland Crash

After a Saturday afternoon crash of two BART Police SUVs and a medical supply vehicle responding to an overdose call at the West Oakland station, three BART police officers and the medical supply driver are reportedly recovering.

Christmas Day Car Crash Near Golden Gate Park Leaves One Dead

Christmas Day Car Crash Near Golden Gate Park Leaves One Dead

Firefighters and other first responders arrived at the crash scene just before 4 pm near the south side of Golden Gate Park at Park Presidio Bypass.

Car Plows Into the Front of Miraloma Club on Portola Drive, Injuring Three

Car Plows Into the Front of Miraloma Club on Portola Drive, Injuring Three

A Tuesday afternoon car crash seriously damaged the storefront of Portola Drive’s Miraloma Club, leaving three people injured, and two of them hospitalized.

Australian Man Gets Two Months in Jail for San Mateo County Wrong-Way Crash That Killed Two

Australian Man Gets Two Months in Jail for San Mateo County Wrong-Way Crash That Killed Two

A September 2023 head-on crash that killed two elderly people in San Mateo County has been attributed to an Australian motorist driving on the wrong side of the road, which would have been the correct side in Australia, so that motorist got a plea deal for just two months in jail.

14-Year-Old Girl Killed, 11-Year-Old Critically Injured in Richmond Stolen Car Crash

14-Year-Old Girl Killed, 11-Year-Old Critically Injured in Richmond Stolen Car Crash

Three teens and an 11-year-old were in a stolen Infinity G35 that crashed into two trees and a pole in Richmond early Monday morning, leaving a 14-year-old girl dead, and her 11-year-old sister hospitalized.