Peninsula Reporter
Ryan Macasero
Bay Area News Group reporter Ryan Macasero covers the San Francisco Peninsula for The Mercury News and East Bay Times. He previously worked as a multimedia reporter and the Visayas bureau chief for Rappler in the Philippines, where he was based for a decade. He grew up in Antioch and graduated from California State University, East Bay, where he earned a degree in international studies and a minor in political science.
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Authorities confirm shark killed swimmer Erica Fox at Lovers Point
The attack marks the first fatal shark incident at Lovers Point in more than 70 years

Swimmer who vanished at Lovers Point was wearing a shark deterrent. What science says about what they do — and don’t do
Studies question whether wearable shark deterrents effectively reduce risk.

Caltrain ridership surged 57% in 2025, but funding cliff looms
The agency projects an average annual funding shortfall of $75 million from 2027 through 2035 without new funding sources

Rep. Sam Liccardo pushes back against Trump cuts after $50 million loss threatens efforts to rein in coastal erosion
U.S. Representative Sam Liccardo seeks support to restore funding for the federal program that helps communities prepare for and reduce disaster risks

Why Santa Cruz Harbor was so devastated by storm surge
Experts work to prevent additional wreckage by hauling out submerged boats, broken pilings, shattered piers and other debris.

Egg shortage due to avian flu expected to ease by 2025, says USDA
Supermarkets across the Bay Area are rationing egg carton sales to ensure sufficient supply.

Oakland Hills fire containment advances; evacuees’ return coming soon
With red flag conditions over, fire officials expect remaining evacuees to return Sunday night

Stanford denies it’s dismantling disinformation research group
Concerns were raised over the research institute's ability to continue its disinformation research after facing costly lawsuits and congressional investigations.

13 Stanford students arrested after pro-Palestinian protesters barricade building
"There has been extensive damage to the interior and exterior of the building," a Stanford spokesperson wrote in an email.

New bill would help those with hair loss pay for wigs, hairpieces
The proposed law requires insurance companies to pay for wigs for those diagnosed with medical conditions that lead to hair loss.
