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Beloved Klamath National Forest fire lookout among McKinney blaze victims
A woman who manned lookout towers for decades in the Klamath National Forest is among the four victims of the fast-moving flames of the McKinney Fire, U.S. Forest Service officials announced Monday.
Diablo Canyon, California's last nuclear power plant, may not be shut down after all
An aggressive push toward renewable energy has run headlong into anxiety over keeping the lights on in California, where the largest utility is considering whether to try to extend the lifespan of the state's last operating nuclear power plant.
4 arrested, guns seized as SFPD officers serve warrant in Bayview-Hunters Point
Two men and two boys were arrested last week in San Francisco's Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood on suspicion of crimes that include possession of firearms, police said.
Mother's emotional plea for help locating missing Truckee 16-year-old
Authorities were on alert Monday for any sign of Kiely Rodni, a 16-year-old who was last seen attending a party over the weekend near the Prosser Family Campground located just north of Truckee.
Pfizer to buy South SF-based Global Blood Therapeutics in $5.4B deal
Pfizer will spend about $5.4 billion to buy Global Blood Therapeutics as the pharmaceutical giant continues to invest some of the cash influx reaped during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Salt water creeping into drought depleted Bay Area fresh water supply
Antioch has supplied its people with water from the San Joaquin River for just 32 days this year, compared to roughly 128 days by this time in a wet year.
Legal pot sales become big business at Outside Lands
The 2022 Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival featured the popular Grass Lands "curated cannabis experience" for a fourth year.
SF police arrest man in beating assault of 70-year-old Asian community leader
San Francisco police arrested a man they believe attacked former city film, arts and immigrant rights commissioner Gregory Chew, who was assaulted Aug. 2.
Demonstrators demand action to combat Asian hate in San Francisco
Protesters disrupted traffic and marched down busy Columbus Avenue in San Francisco Sunday afternoon chanting "fight Asian hate" and "justice for our elders."
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Game Day: What should 49ers fans expect from Trey lance this season?
Charlie Walter and 95.7 The Game radio host Dan Dibley discuss expectations for Trey Lance this season and where Jimmy Garoppolo might end up before Week 1. (8-8-22)
Stanford Health Care Doctor discusses the monkeypox vaccine
KPIX 5's Amanda Starrantino interviews Dr. Malathi Srinivasan, clinical professor of medicine at Stanford Health Care, to explain the monkeypox vaccine and if there are any potential side effects.
As classes begin in Bay Area, CDC set to ease classroom COVID restrictions
CDC set to ease classroom COVID restrictions for the new academic year
Tides of life; artist Jim Denevan uses the sands of San Francisco's Ocean Beach as a canvas
Artist Jim Denevan's creations live as long as the ocean tides allow
Senate passes economic spending plan; What does it mean for you?
Democrats hope to have the ''Inflation Reduction Act'' ready for President Biden to sign by the end of the week.
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Stanford Health Care Doctor discusses the monkeypox vaccine
KPIX 5's Amanda Starrantino interviews Dr. Malathi Srinivasan, clinical professor of medicine at Stanford Health Care, to explain the monkeypox vaccine and if there are any potential side effects.
Possible Defense Strategy for Cain Velasquez
KPIX 5's Kiet Do, talks to the Stanford Criminal Justice Center about possible legal strategies for Cain Velasquez, the former MMA fighter accused of attempted murder.
Sen. Scott Wiener discusses monkeypox emergency
In a one-on-one interview, CBS News Bay Area's Anne Makovec asks Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) about the Biden Administration's public health emergency declaration over monkeypox, and if he thinks it's too little, too late
San Jose mayor calls for change in COVID-era jail policy
In a one-on-one interview with CBS News Bay Area's Anne Makovec, San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo provides an update on the policy that he referred to as a 'revolving door' at the Santa Clara County jail that allowed for the early release of inmates
New strategy to tackle violence in Oakland
In a one-on-one interview, CBS News Bay Area's Anne Makovec asked Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf about a new $6 million grant meant to help prevent violence before it happens. Mayor Schaaf also discussed the state Senate's passage of a bill to allow safe injection sites in San Francisco, Oakland and Los Angeles, and the new lawsuit filed against the Oakland A's proposed Howard Terminal ballpark.
What's ahead for the rest of wildfire season
First Alert Meteorologist Darren Peck walks us through what lies ahead for the rest of wildfire season.
Stanford doctor explains how COVID-19 symptoms are changing
CBS News Bay Area anchor Amanda Starrantino asks Dr. Neha Narula with Stanford Health Care how the symptoms of omicron infections differ from symptoms of earlier variants of the virus, including loss of smell and taste.
American Red Cross says seasonal blood shortage is possible
Amanda Starrantino speaks with Hanna Malik, the Regional CEO of American Red Cross, and he tells us about a possible looming blood shortage.
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4 arrested, guns seized as SFPD officers serve warrant in Bayview-Hunters Point
Two men and two boys were arrested last week in San Francisco's Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood on suspicion of crimes that include possession of firearms, police said.
Pfizer to buy South SF-based Global Blood Therapeutics in $5.4B deal
Pfizer will spend about $5.4 billion to buy Global Blood Therapeutics as the pharmaceutical giant continues to invest some of the cash influx reaped during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Legal pot sales become big business at Outside Lands
The 2022 Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival featured the popular Grass Lands "curated cannabis experience" for a fourth year.
SF police arrest man in beating assault of 70-year-old Asian community leader
San Francisco police arrested a man they believe attacked former city film, arts and immigrant rights commissioner Gregory Chew, who was assaulted Aug. 2.
Demonstrators demand action to combat Asian hate in San Francisco
Protesters disrupted traffic and marched down busy Columbus Avenue in San Francisco Sunday afternoon chanting "fight Asian hate" and "justice for our elders."
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Salt water creeping into drought depleted Bay Area fresh water supply
Antioch has supplied its people with water from the San Joaquin River for just 32 days this year, compared to roughly 128 days by this time in a wet year.
Water-free car wash a solution for permanent-drought future
On Sunday afternoon in Walnut Creek a benefit car wash was held that was missing one seemingly key ingredient: water.
Stockton rap artist Young Slo-Be shot dead at 29
Stockton-based rap artist Young Slo-Be was slain in a shooting Friday morning in Manteca, police said.
Shooting in Stockton leaves 1 dead, 1 injured Thursday
A Thursday evening shooting in Stockton left a male driver dead and a teenage girl passenger injured, police said.
Oakland club owners concerned about business in wake of downtown shootings
Business owners who operate downtown Oakland clubs that barely survived the pandemic are dealing with an even bigger business killer: gun violence.
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Russia's Daria Kasatkina bests Shelby Rogers, wins Silicon Valley Classic
Seventh-seeded Daria Kasatkina of Russia rallied from one set down to beat unseeded American Shelby Rogers to capture the Silicon Valley Classic championship
49ers great Ronnie Lott leverages fame to fight poverty
NFL Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott and his wife, Karen, started the Santa Clara-based nonprofit All Stars Helping Kids in 1989.
Rabid bat found in Monterey County town of Seaside
A bat that was found last month in the City of Seaside tested positive for rabies, according to the Monterey County Health Department.
Police search for suspect in South San Jose neighborhood
Police responded to a South San Jose neighborhood Saturday morning, searching for a suspect who was in a stolen vehicle.
Badosa beats Coco Gauff to reach Silicon Valley Classic semifinal
Second-seeded Paula Badosa beat Coco Gauff 7-6(4), 6-2 on Friday at the Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic to reach her fourth semifinal of the year.
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Santa Rosa police disrupt 2 major sideshows Friday night
Santa Rosa Police Department officers impounded nine cars and arrested multiple drivers that participated in Friday night sideshow activities, the department announced on Saturday.
Solano County college student receives posthumous diploma
A young woman in Solano County graduated from college two months after she died. Her mother says there's a life lesson in her story for all of us.
Man held in death of 1-year-old left near train tracks in Ukiah
A man who was babysitting two young children was arrested on suspicion of murder after the 1-year-old was found dead near railroad tracks in Northern California, authorities said Friday.
Pain into purpose: Bay Area coach pairs life lessons with hoop dreams
A basketball player who grew up in the Bay Area is now using his skills and life experience to try and give local kids a leg up on and off the court.
Santa Rosa couple charged with murder in toddler's fentanyl death
A Santa Rosa couple has been charged with murder following the death of their 15-month-old toddler who died in May after ingesting fentanyl.
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49ers great Ronnie Lott leverages fame to fight poverty
NFL Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott and his wife, Karen, started the Santa Clara-based nonprofit All Stars Helping Kids in 1989.
Pain into purpose: Bay Area coach pairs life lessons with hoop dreams
A basketball player who grew up in the Bay Area is now using his skills and life experience to try and give local kids a leg up on and off the court.
Pleasanton retirement community duo spend days as the 'Fix-It Guys' for fellow residents
Of the 79,201 residents of Pleasanton, only two are known as the Fix-It Guys: 80-year-old Rick Levesque and 95-year-old Phil Wire.
Golden Gate Cookie Factory celebrates sixty years of good fortunes
Sixty years ago, the Chan family came to the Bay Area and focused on creating good fortune. That fortune has become the heart of every cookie at The Golden Gate Cookie Company.
Former San Quentin inmate making the most of a new starting line in life
They say you can't outrun your past, but Markelle Taylor knows you can built a new future one stride at a time.
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49ers great Ronnie Lott leverages fame to fight poverty
NFL Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott and his wife, Karen, started the Santa Clara-based nonprofit All Stars Helping Kids in 1989.
49ers' great Bryant Young heads into NFL Hall of Fame
For every minute of a 14-year NFL career spent entirely with the San Francisco 49ers, Bryant Young was a model teammate and a soft-spoken leader who selflessly made everybody around him better.
Deebo Samuel happy to resolve contract dispute with 49ers
The toughest part of a contract dispute for Deebo Samuel came in the final week when his San Francisco 49ers teammates were practicing and he could only work out on the side.
'Deebo loves playing football'; 49ers reach contract extension with star receiver Deebo Samuel
The San Francisco 49ers confirmed Monday they have signed All-Pro receiver Deebo Samuel to a three-year contract extension, ending any chance that we would be traded before the upcoming season.
Report: All-Pro receiver Deebo Samuel agrees to $71.55 million contract extension
The San Francisco 49ers are finalizing a three-year contract extension with All-Pro receiver Deebo Samuel that will clear the way for their top offensive playmaker to return to the practice field.
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Activists plan San Francisco rally for more action on monkeypox
Activists in San Francisco are calling on local health authorities for more testing, treatment and vaccines amid the monkeypox outbreak in a rally planned on Monday.
Health officials hopeful after Feds declare monkeypox emergency
The federal government declared monkeypox a public health emergency late this week, a move Dr. Peter Chin-Hong from UCSF calls "better late than never."
Update: San Francisco receiving over 10,000 monkeypox vaccine doses
While many San Francisco residents have struggled to get the monkeypox vaccine this week. health officials shared good news early Friday evening.
Bay Area State Sen. Wiener to chair legislative monkeypox committee
State Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco, was appointed chair of the California Legislature's new Senate Select Committee on Monkeypox, he announced Wednesday.
U.S. declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The declaration could help the federal government respond as the number of cases grows and demand for the vaccine far exceeds supply around the country.
San Francisco health officials running low on monkeypox vaccine
As the demand for shots surges, San Francisco public health officials said Wednesday they would only be able to give the monkeypox vaccine to those with appointments on Thursday.
Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency over monkeypox
As cases continue to rise, Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency Monday over the growing monkeypox outbreak.
Long line at San Francisco monkeypox clinic as health emergency goes into effect
Dozens of San Franciscans lined up outside of the monkeypox vaccine clinic at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital early Monday, hoping to get a dose as the city entered day one of its health emergency triggered by a growing outbreak.
Monkeypox concerns don't squelch turnout at S.F. leather-theme street fair
A kinky San Francisco street fair Sunday sparked concerns of being a monkeypox superspreader event.
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Senate passes climate, health and tax bill in major win for Democrats
The bill's passage is a significant achievement for Democrats as they look to maintain their hold on Congress in the November midterm elections.
New injunction halts UC Berkeley People's Park housing project construction
Officials at UC Berkeley on Friday confirmed that a new injunction is preventing any construction work or other activity at People's Park, further delaying plans for a new housing project.
Bay Area State Sen. Wiener to chair legislative monkeypox committee
State Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco, was appointed chair of the California Legislature's new Senate Select Committee on Monkeypox, he announced Wednesday.
Senate Dems announce they have the votes to pass Inflation Reduction Act
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, a centrist who was seen as the pivotal vote, said in a statement that she had agreed to changes in the measure's tax and energy provisions.
Joe Rodota trail reopening in Santa Rosa after homeless encampments cleared
A section of the Joe Rodota trail in Santa Rosa is reopening, nearly one month after it was closed due to homeless encampments in the area.
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Beloved Klamath National Forest fire lookout among McKinney blaze victims
A woman who manned lookout towers for decades in the Klamath National Forest is among the four victims of the fast-moving flames of the McKinney Fire, U.S. Forest Service officials announced Monday.
Diablo Canyon, California's last nuclear power plant, may not be shut down after all
An aggressive push toward renewable energy has run headlong into anxiety over keeping the lights on in California, where the largest utility is considering whether to try to extend the lifespan of the state's last operating nuclear power plant.
4 arrested, guns seized as SFPD officers serve warrant in Bayview-Hunters Point
Two men and two boys were arrested last week in San Francisco's Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood on suspicion of crimes that include possession of firearms, police said.
Mother's emotional plea for help locating missing Truckee 16-year-old
Authorities were on alert Monday for any sign of Kiely Rodni, a 16-year-old who was last seen attending a party over the weekend near the Prosser Family Campground located just north of Truckee.
Pfizer to buy South SF-based Global Blood Therapeutics in $5.4B deal
Pfizer will spend about $5.4 billion to buy Global Blood Therapeutics as the pharmaceutical giant continues to invest some of the cash influx reaped during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Pfizer to buy South SF-based Global Blood Therapeutics in $5.4B deal
Pfizer will spend about $5.4 billion to buy Global Blood Therapeutics as the pharmaceutical giant continues to invest some of the cash influx reaped during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Legal pot sales become big business at Outside Lands
The 2022 Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival featured the popular Grass Lands "curated cannabis experience" for a fourth year.
Activists plan San Francisco rally for more action on monkeypox
Activists in San Francisco are calling on local health authorities for more testing, treatment and vaccines amid the monkeypox outbreak in a rally planned on Monday.
Health officials hopeful after Feds declare monkeypox emergency
The federal government declared monkeypox a public health emergency late this week, a move Dr. Peter Chin-Hong from UCSF calls "better late than never."
Update: San Francisco receiving over 10,000 monkeypox vaccine doses
While many San Francisco residents have struggled to get the monkeypox vaccine this week. health officials shared good news early Friday evening.
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4 arrested, guns seized as SFPD officers serve warrant in Bayview-Hunters Point
Two men and two boys were arrested last week in San Francisco's Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood on suspicion of crimes that include possession of firearms, police said.
SF police arrest man in beating assault of 70-year-old Asian community leader
San Francisco police arrested a man they believe attacked former city film, arts and immigrant rights commissioner Gregory Chew, who was assaulted Aug. 2.
Demonstrators demand action to combat Asian hate in San Francisco
Protesters disrupted traffic and marched down busy Columbus Avenue in San Francisco Sunday afternoon chanting "fight Asian hate" and "justice for our elders."
Stockton rap artist Young Slo-Be shot dead at 29
Stockton-based rap artist Young Slo-Be was slain in a shooting Friday morning in Manteca, police said.
Menlo Park Man arrested for indecent exposure in Palo Alto
Police arrested a man for exposing himself while talking to a 4-year-old child at El Camino Park in Palo Alto on Friday, authorities announced on Sunday.
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Identity Thieves Earn Cyber Cash, Stick Victims With Tax Bill
Imagine getting a bunch of tax documents telling you and the IRS about a large sum of money you made when, in fact, you never received a penny of it.
Ukrainians Seeking Shelter With Bay Area Families Face Closed Doors, Red Tape
Many in the Bay Area want their Ukrainian relatives to find safe haven here but the obstacles they're facing are formidable.
KPIX Special Report: San Francisco Tenderloin – A State of Emergency
The state of emergency that San Francisco Mayor London Breed declared for the Tenderloin last December has a lot of people talking but no one is paying closer attention than the people who live there.
Unreal Estate Is Booming; Metaverse Adds Value to Virtual Worlds
One of the hottest real estate markets is not in the Bay Area. In fact, it's not even in our world. It's at your fingertips in an alternate reality known as the metaverse.
Scientists Work to Unravel Mysteries of How Anxiety, PTSD Affect Brain
A group of Bay Area scientists have unraveled some surprising secrets about post traumatic stress disorder or PTSD which one day could lead to better therapies and treatments.
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Update: San Francisco receiving over 10,000 monkeypox vaccine doses
While many San Francisco residents have struggled to get the monkeypox vaccine this week. health officials shared good news early Friday evening.
San Lorenzo Library combats hateful incident with Pride initiative
A month after a group of men associated with a right-wing hate group disrupted a drag queen storytelling event, the San Lorenzo Library is responding with a show of community strength and support.
Transgender community, supporters protest Dave Chappelle show in Santa Rosa
Transgender people and their allies are enraged over a decision to book Dave Chappelle, for four shows beginning Tuesday night, at the Luther Burbank Center in Santa Rosa.
Santa Clara County expands eligibility of monkeypox vaccine; supplies still limited
As cases of monkeypox continue to rise in the Bay Area, health officials in Santa Clara County have expanded eligibility of the vaccine after receiving several hundred doses.
LGBTQ+ activists demand better response to monkeypox outbreak
The number of monkeypox cases is increasing in the Bay Area and nationwide prompting a call for action from members of the gay community.
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Photos: Machine Gun Kelly lands at Oakland Arena
Rapper turned pop-punk star Machine Gun Kelly played the Oakland Arena with support from Avril Lavigne and Willow on July 19.
Photos: Pearl Jam delivers epic set at Oakland Arena
Alternative-rock heroes Pearl Jam offered up an epic set of fan favorites and classic-rock covers at the Oakland Arena Thursday.
Photos: Aussie punks Amyl & the Sniffers pack Great American
Kinetic Aussie punk outfit Amyl & the Sniffers played the second of two packed, sold-out shows at the Great American Music Hall Saturday night.
Crews free fox trapped in steel pipe near Oracle Park
A fox got its head stuck in a steel pipe at a construction site near Oracle Park in San Francisco and fire crews used a saw to get the terrified creature safely freed.
Photos: Dua Lipa Brings Long-Delayed 'Future Nostalgia Tour' to San Jose
British singer Dua Lipa brought her "Future Nostalgia Tour" to the SAP Center in San Jose Sunday night, playing songs from that now two-year-old album along with other hits.
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Oakland man drives disaster preparedness message with educational program
He's unofficially known as a "go-to" person if you need to know anything about disaster preparedness at home.
South Bay man leads nonprofit to provide affordable healthcare to thousands
For more than 36 years, Reymundo Espinoza has led an effort to expand affordable health care for some of the poorest people living in the South Bay.
Peninsula woman receives national award for fighting childhood poverty globally
Peninsula resident Delfarib Fanaie won the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award for service to local communities thanks to her efforts fighting childhood poverty.
Woman's nonprofit help provide space for fellow artists in SF Hunters Point
A San Francisco woman has helped keep alive a vibrant art community in the Hunters Point Shipyard neighborhood.
Retired oncologist helps cancer patients get a free second opinion
A cancer diagnosis is something that's difficult to prepare for, if not impossible. One retired Bay Area doctor uses his expertise to ease the recently diagnosed out of that initial period of shock.
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Medical student yearning to give back to community that helped shape her
Giving back to others should be a priority for all of us. It is for Jennifer Juarez Yoc, who looks to faith and family as inspiration to serve others.
Leaning on past experiences, Oakland scholar leads the way for workers' rights
Sharit Cárdenas López spent their childhood watching their mother struggle to support a family on less than what many of us spend on luxuries every year.
Onetime scholar, Oakland native overcomes childhood trauma to thrive in business, politics
In 2019, the CDC reported that 60 percent of adults have experienced at least one incident of significant childhood trauma. Bianca Yarborough is one of those adults, but she's turning that pain into positive motivation for helping others.
Bay Area musician taking his Colombian musical roots to Hollywood
Alex Arango is using his musical talents to tell his personal story and honor his cultural heritage. So when you hear him play, it's hard to believe Arango couldn't read music when he joined his high school's band.
Bay Area tech expert inspired to help people safeguard online privacy
A Bay Area woman who experienced deadly violence in her childhood home is now on a mission to help others secure their digital footprint.