Elie Wiesel Attacker Sentenced
The mentally ill man who attacked famous holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel was set to be released today in San Francisco, after he was sentenced to time already served. From member station KQED, Jacob Fenston reports.
San Francisco Tobacco Ban
In San Francisco, smokers looking to pick up a pack of cigarettes at their local drugstore will soon have to look elsewhere. From member station KQED, Jacob Fenston has more.
Wildfire Nears Yosemite
As a wildfire rages toward Yosemite Valley, one of the highways leading into the famed national park is closed. So far the fire has consumed 26-thousand acres, 12 homes, and injured 4 firefighters. From member station KQED, Jacob Fenston has more.
California Wildfire Update
Nearly 15 hundred wildfires are still burning in California. But improved visibility, and some humid coastal air, are making them easier to fight. From member station KQED in San Francisco, Jacob Fenston reports.