Two Bay Area federal workers speak out after abrupt termination

Two Bay Area federal workers — who are among the thousands laid off in February — are speaking out. The probationary workers say they see some ray of hope after two federal judges ordered federal agencies to rehire fired workers this week. In the meantime, both workers say the cuts by the Trump administration are ultimately hurting the people they serve. KRON4's Dan Thorn reports. Read more here: https://www.kron4.com/

Two Bay Area federal workers speak out after abrupt …

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Two Bay Area federal workers — who are among the thousands laid off in February — are speaking out. The probationary workers say they see some ray of hope after two federal judges ordered federal agencies to rehire fired workers this week. In the meantime, both workers say the cuts by the Trump administration are ultimately hurting the people they serve. KRON4's Dan Thorn reports. Read more here: https://www.kron4.com/

Siblings killed in Napa crash mourned, mother faces …

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A young brother and sister who were killed in a Napa crash over the weekend are remembered as "sweet, loving, full of life," according to a verified GoFundMe page. Aaliyah Montanez, 9, and her 10-year-old brother, Damien Montanez, suffered fatal injuries when their mother's car crashed off Highway 29 at 7 a.m. Sunday, according the California Highway Patrol and Napa County Sheriff’s Coroner’s Office. Their mother, Yesica Barajas, is suspected of driving drunk behind the wheel, the CHP said. Officers said they found the family's 2006 Nissan after it veered off a Highway 29 exit and slammed into a tree about 30 feet down an embankment. CHP officials said the mother is suspected of DUI. Full story: https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/siblings-killed-in-napa-crash-mourned-mother-faces-charges/

SF Pride executive director talks major setback as …

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The executive director of San Francisco Pride spoke with KRON4's Justine Waldman on the latest challenges faced from key corporate sponsors pulling out of the 2025 event. Read more here: https://www.kron4.com/

National Puppy Day is perfect to adopt a dog

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The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) stopped by KRON4's studio to talk about National Puppy Day as a perfect day to adopt — and even brought along a furry friend! Read more here: https://www.kron4.com/

Homeless advocate ‘San Jose Batman’ reacts to video …

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KRON4 covered the story of an unhoused man who was allegedly pinned to the ground by San Jose police and punched repeatedly in the head. San Jose police told us the man was charged with indecent exposure, resisting arrest and battery on an officer. KRON4 learned on Saturday that the unhoused man was released from County Jail and had all his charges cleared. KRON4’s Jack Molmud has this update. Read more here: https://www.kron4.com/

Bay Area wine merchants brace for sharp increase …

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The wine industry is bracing for a possible 200 percent tariff on wine, champagne, and spirits imported from Europe. KRON4's Stephanie Rothman reports. Read more here: https://www.kron4.com/

VTA strike stretches into the weekend

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The South Bay area has been without the VTA for five days in a row now, leaving about 100,000 people every day without their main mode of transportation. All union employees have been striking for increased wages and those strikes run 24/7. KRON4's Jack Molmud reports. Read more here: https://www.kron4.com/

Mother files lawsuit after daughter found dead in …

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An East Bay mother is taking legal action after her 15-year-old daughter was found dead in San Francisco last year. She filed a wrongful lawsuit this week, holding several agencies accountable. KRON4's Sara Stinson spoke with the family's attorney and has this report. Read more here: https://www.kron4.com/

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