Ryan Curry
@rycurry.bsky.social
West Coast reporter for Hearst Television | Stories for KCRA and San Francisco Chronicle | ASU/Cronkite alum | Whatever tomorrow brings, be there with open arms and open eyes
What a massive win for the 49ers. Even with a B team offense, they find themselves undefeated with two of their wins over divisional opponents.
September 21, 2025 at 11:27 PM
What a massive win for the 49ers. Even with a B team offense, they find themselves undefeated with two of their wins over divisional opponents.
"I feel more comfortable on skates than I do my own feet." A Sonoma County teenager is about to embark on her biggest journey yet, representing Team USA at the Artistic Skating World Cup next week in Argentina. @kcranews.bsky.social
Sonoma County teen is set to compete in roller skating world championships
Buenos Aires is the site of the Artistic Skating Figures World Cup. Neha Vasudevan qualified for competition back in July and is now set to represent Team USA at the end of September.
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September 15, 2025 at 4:53 PM
"I feel more comfortable on skates than I do my own feet." A Sonoma County teenager is about to embark on her biggest journey yet, representing Team USA at the Artistic Skating World Cup next week in Argentina. @kcranews.bsky.social
San Francisco is not shy of its landmarks. Skaters tell me its one of the best cities to skate around. But they aren't just skaters, they are key members of the city's restaurant industry.
How this action sport became S.F. restaurant workers’ favorite hobby
San Francisco’s tight-knit restaurant world and skateboarding community are overlapping. “I come in feeling energized,” said an employee at a Michelin-starred restaurant.
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August 12, 2025 at 5:04 PM
San Francisco is not shy of its landmarks. Skaters tell me its one of the best cities to skate around. But they aren't just skaters, they are key members of the city's restaurant industry.
After speculation she could enter the race, former VP Kamala Harris will not run for California Governor.
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Kamala Harris says she will not run for California governor after months of consideration
After months of mulling a run to become California's next leader, former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris announced she is not running for governor.
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July 30, 2025 at 7:08 PM
After speculation she could enter the race, former VP Kamala Harris will not run for California Governor.
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The last time Gilroy held its famous garlic festival, an evil person shot and killed three people including a six-year-old boy. It left the city scarred. Now, after years of planning, the festival is returning.
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Gilroy Garlic Festival set to return after hiatus
"This is part of the city's identity."
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July 22, 2025 at 5:02 PM
The last time Gilroy held its famous garlic festival, an evil person shot and killed three people including a six-year-old boy. It left the city scarred. Now, after years of planning, the festival is returning.
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Really incredible work by the SF Chronicle and KCRA teams.
What happened during the Esparto explosion? Who was involved? And where do we go from here? Watch our special that aired last night:
What happened during the Esparto explosion? Who was involved? And where do we go from here? Watch our special that aired last night:
Flashpoint: The search for answers in Esparto following deadly fireworks explosions
Tuesday, July 15, marks two weeks since a series of fireworks explosions killed seven people at a warehouse near the Esparto area of Yolo County.
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July 16, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Really incredible work by the SF Chronicle and KCRA teams.
What happened during the Esparto explosion? Who was involved? And where do we go from here? Watch our special that aired last night:
What happened during the Esparto explosion? Who was involved? And where do we go from here? Watch our special that aired last night:
I'll never forget last year's June/July heat wave. It was relentless. This summer? Literally the exact opposite.
This is what is keeping California cool while the rest of the U.S. sizzles
While the rest of the country sweats it out, California’s summer is staying surprisingly cool.
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July 16, 2025 at 4:48 PM
I'll never forget last year's June/July heat wave. It was relentless. This summer? Literally the exact opposite.
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Shane van Gisbergen won his third straight NASCAR road race Sunday, leading for 97 of 110 laps in a victory at the Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway.
Shane van Gisbergen continues his NASCAR road course dominance with Sonoma win
Shane van Gisbergen won his third straight NASCAR road race Sunday, leading for 97 of 110 laps in a victory at the Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway.
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July 14, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Shane van Gisbergen won his third straight NASCAR road race Sunday, leading for 97 of 110 laps in a victory at the Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway.
Federal judge rules Trump’s deployment of National Guard is illegal. They must return to Gov. Newsom’s command by noon tomorrow.
Trump exceeded powers by sending National Guard to L.A., judge rules
President Trump acted illegally when he ordered thousands of National Guard troops onto the streets of Los Angeles to combat protests of ICE raids, a federal judge ruled Thursday.
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June 13, 2025 at 2:56 AM
Federal judge rules Trump’s deployment of National Guard is illegal. They must return to Gov. Newsom’s command by noon tomorrow.
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AB Hernandez shared a podium in long jump, high jump and triple jump in the CIF state track and field finals Saturday, an image of unity between teenage girls.
Trans athlete embraced as California track and field champion by peers while adult activists duel
AB Hernandez shared a podium in long jump, high jump and triple jump in the CIF state track and field finals Saturday, an image of unity between teenage girls.
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June 1, 2025 at 5:00 AM
AB Hernandez shared a podium in long jump, high jump and triple jump in the CIF state track and field finals Saturday, an image of unity between teenage girls.
AB Hernandez placed 2nd in the long jump. Under the new CIF rules, Hernandez shares the podium with another female athlete. @kcranews.bsky.social
June 1, 2025 at 1:41 AM
AB Hernandez placed 2nd in the long jump. Under the new CIF rules, Hernandez shares the podium with another female athlete. @kcranews.bsky.social
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Brock Purdy has entered a new tax bracket, along with the next stage of his career.
In this chapter, financial stress should evaporate while job stress escalates: His employer has made a $265 million bet that Mr. Irrelevant is the man.
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In this chapter, financial stress should evaporate while job stress escalates: His employer has made a $265 million bet that Mr. Irrelevant is the man.
www.sfchronicle.com/sports/49ers... #49ers
May 17, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Brock Purdy has entered a new tax bracket, along with the next stage of his career.
In this chapter, financial stress should evaporate while job stress escalates: His employer has made a $265 million bet that Mr. Irrelevant is the man.
www.sfchronicle.com/sports/49ers... #49ers
In this chapter, financial stress should evaporate while job stress escalates: His employer has made a $265 million bet that Mr. Irrelevant is the man.
www.sfchronicle.com/sports/49ers... #49ers
Petco Park definitely lives up to its hype.
May 17, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Petco Park definitely lives up to its hype.
I had the pleasure of working with the amazing writer Erin Allday about a breakthrough in multiple sclerosis research. Stephen Hauser’s research has changed millions of lives.
Breakthrough multiple sclerosis therapy by UCSF doctor transforms treatment for millions
A UCSF neurologist who has spent 40 years studying multiple sclerosis helped develop a game-changing drug that may help most people with MS live full lives.
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May 8, 2025 at 12:09 AM
I had the pleasure of working with the amazing writer Erin Allday about a breakthrough in multiple sclerosis research. Stephen Hauser’s research has changed millions of lives.
Aaron Gordon, graduate of San Jose’s Archbishop Mitty High School.
May 6, 2025 at 4:27 AM
Aaron Gordon, graduate of San Jose’s Archbishop Mitty High School.
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Why did Alcatraz close down in the first place?
It was prohibitively expensive to operate, held a maximum of 336 prisoners and — this seems important — officials said it was increasingly vulnerable to escape
The story Trump should've read before hitting "send":
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It was prohibitively expensive to operate, held a maximum of 336 prisoners and — this seems important — officials said it was increasingly vulnerable to escape
The story Trump should've read before hitting "send":
www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/arti...
Why Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy ordered Alcatraz to close in 1962
Eleven days after three prisoners famously escaped from Alcatraz, never to be seen again, Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy ordered the prison to close.
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May 5, 2025 at 2:32 AM
Why did Alcatraz close down in the first place?
It was prohibitively expensive to operate, held a maximum of 336 prisoners and — this seems important — officials said it was increasingly vulnerable to escape
The story Trump should've read before hitting "send":
www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/arti...
It was prohibitively expensive to operate, held a maximum of 336 prisoners and — this seems important — officials said it was increasingly vulnerable to escape
The story Trump should've read before hitting "send":
www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/arti...
Well that was fun, Houston.
May 5, 2025 at 2:58 AM
Well that was fun, Houston.
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Happy #Maythe4th #StarWarsDay!!
My “Star Wars” story that broke so many hearts.
Where I cornered George Lucas & tracked down everyone who worked on the “Empire” Hoth scene FX to answer the question:
Were the snow walkers inspired by Oakland’s port cranes?
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My “Star Wars” story that broke so many hearts.
Where I cornered George Lucas & tracked down everyone who worked on the “Empire” Hoth scene FX to answer the question:
Were the snow walkers inspired by Oakland’s port cranes?
www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/arti...
The Oakland-inspired ‘Star Wars’ snow walkers? The real story is so much better than the myth
For decades, an urban legend spread that “The Empire Strikes Back” snow walkers were...
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May 4, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Happy #Maythe4th #StarWarsDay!!
My “Star Wars” story that broke so many hearts.
Where I cornered George Lucas & tracked down everyone who worked on the “Empire” Hoth scene FX to answer the question:
Were the snow walkers inspired by Oakland’s port cranes?
www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/arti...
My “Star Wars” story that broke so many hearts.
Where I cornered George Lucas & tracked down everyone who worked on the “Empire” Hoth scene FX to answer the question:
Were the snow walkers inspired by Oakland’s port cranes?
www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/arti...
That’s a brutal loss for Houston. Just completely outclassed by the Warriors in that 4th quarter.
April 27, 2025 at 3:19 AM
That’s a brutal loss for Houston. Just completely outclassed by the Warriors in that 4th quarter.
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Barbara Lee is Oakland’s next mayor.
April 19, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Barbara Lee is Oakland’s next mayor.
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JUST IN | The Sacramento Kings and General Manager Monte McNair have mutually parted ways, sources confirmed to KCRA 3's Michelle Dapper. Read more here: www.kcra.com/article/sacr...
April 17, 2025 at 5:55 AM
JUST IN | The Sacramento Kings and General Manager Monte McNair have mutually parted ways, sources confirmed to KCRA 3's Michelle Dapper. Read more here: www.kcra.com/article/sacr...
While the Warriors try to avoid another play-in tournament defeat, eyes turn to the Valkyries and who they will draft tonight with the fifth overall pick.
Who will Valkyries pick in WNBA draft? One player stands out as realistic at No. 5
The Golden State Valkyries will pick fifth overall in Monday’s WNBA draft. Here is a look at their options for their top choice, as well as the later rounds.
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April 14, 2025 at 8:45 PM
While the Warriors try to avoid another play-in tournament defeat, eyes turn to the Valkyries and who they will draft tonight with the fifth overall pick.
It could be a huge task for Berkeley hills residents. The city is set to pass an ordinance requiring homeowners to drastically change their homes to protect them from a wildfire.
Berkeley poised to ban most plants within 5 feet of homes deemed a fire risk
The Berkeley city council is set to vote next week on a plan to ban plants and combustible materials within five feet of homes due to fire risk.
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April 11, 2025 at 4:45 PM
It could be a huge task for Berkeley hills residents. The city is set to pass an ordinance requiring homeowners to drastically change their homes to protect them from a wildfire.
That’s a back breaking loss for the Warriors
April 10, 2025 at 4:29 AM
That’s a back breaking loss for the Warriors