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5th suspect arrested in connection with violent San Jose home invasion robberies
Police in San Jose on Wednesday confirmed the recent arrest of a fifth suspect in connection with a pair of violent home invasion robberies committed in late May and early June.
AB5 protests lead to 28% drop in cargo containers at Port of Oakland in July
Protests by independent truckers over Assembly Bill 5, California's gig worker law, slowed the movement of imports and exports through the Port of Oakland in July.
State ISO asks Californians to conserve power during Flex Alert
Officials with the state's power grid operator are asking residents to voluntarily conserve electricity Wednesday during the Flex Alert as high temperatures increase energy demand across California.
Update: southbound lanes of Highway 680 in Martinez reopen after big rig crash
Southbound lanes of Interstate Highway 680 in Martinez were reopened Wednesday afternoon hours after a crash involving a big rig and several other vehicles blocked all southbound lanes.
Multiple lightning strikes in Santa Cruz Mountains; Cal Fire crews on alert
Cal Fire teams were in the Santa Cruz Mountains late Wednesday morning, checking for possible brush fires after numerous lightning strikes were recorded in the tinder-dry timberland.
Clipper BayPass pilot program launched for all Bay Area transit agencies
A two-year pilot project launched this week will examine the viability of a transit pass that is compatible with every public transit agency in the nine-county Bay Area.
A's release SS Elvis Andrus, bring up INF Sheldon Neuse
The Oakland Athletics released veteran shortstop Elvis Andrus on Wednesday.
Frederick Woods, convicted in 1976 Chowchilla school bus kidnapping, to be paroled
The last of three men convicted of hijacking a school bus full of California children for an attempted $5 million ransom in 1976 is being released by the state's parole board.
Residential burglar alarm leads to Santa Rosa bust for 5+ pounds of cocaine, firearms
A search for a burglary suspect after an alarm at a Santa Rosa residence was triggered Tuesday led police to arrest the homeowner when a large cache of cocaine, cash and firearms was found.
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Meet the CEO of Enda... the first running shoe made in Africa
CEO and co-founder of Enda Sportswear Navalayo Osembo talks to BR's Jan Mabry about the creation, manufacture and success of Africa's first athletic shoe, made in Kenya, naturally!
Travel Talk: Airfare prices continue to drop
KPIX 5's Anne Makovec sits down with CBS News Senior Travel Adviser, Peter Greenberg, to discuss the latest in travel, including both domestic and international flight prices.
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Bay Area hot weather combines with poor air quality; thunderstorms bring more fire fears
The Bay Area was under an air quality advisory Wednesday, prompted by the smoke from the Six Rivers Lightning Complex fires combined with pollution. In addition, there was the possibility of lightning in the Bay Area.
Monkeypox update: WHO warning on pets; new rapid test; SF clinic closes;
Here are some of the latest headlines on the monkeypox outbreak.
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Travel Talk: Airfare prices continue to drop
KPIX 5's Anne Makovec sits down with CBS News Senior Travel Adviser, Peter Greenberg, to discuss the latest in travel, including both domestic and international flight prices.
Comedy Central's 'Hell of a Week' returns for Season 2
KPIX 5's Shawn Chitnis talks to host of Comedy Centrals 'Hell of a Week' Charlamagne Tha God on what's to come for season 2. The weekly late-night show premieres Thursday, July 28th 11:30 P.M. ET/PT
Sea Surface temperatures are making an impact across the Bay Area
KPIX 5's Meteorologist Darren Peck gives this week's Weather Extra on the sea surface temperatures and what this could mean for another La Niña.
Pfizer, Moderna expected to have upgraded Covid booster shots targeting Omicron variants
KPIX 5's Gianna Franco talks to Infectious Disease Physician from Stanford Health Care Dr. Jake Scott, on the latest COVID booster shots that could target specific variants.
The Inflation Reduction Act makes its way towards President Biden's desk
KPIX 5's Amanda Starrantino talks to UC Berkeley Professor Dr. Olaf Groth about the potential implications of the CHIPS Act and how the $280 billion semiconductor bill that could impact you.
One on One: New starting 49ers quarterback Trey Lance
As the preseason begins, Vern Glenn sat down for an extended interview with the 49ers new QB-1: Trey Lance. (8-12-22)
UC Berkeley Scientists create an experimental Covid treatment
KPIX 5's Amanda Starrantino talks to Dr. Anders Naar, professor of Metabolic Biology at UC Berkeley on their latest experimental therapeutic treatment for Covid that could eventually make treatment easier.
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.
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Police, adults, youth in San Francisco's Hunters Point bond on the softball field
Officers were at Gilman Playground in San Francisco's Hunters Point neighborhood on a different kind of call on Tuesday. They were there to support and participate in a new program, "Batter Up, Guns Down."
Mission artists struggle to find new workspace in pricey San Francisco
A group of Mission District artists is forced to leave their creative workspace because it is up for sale. They now are grappling with a real estate market better suited to moguls than artists..
Woman assaulted while walking along Geary Blvd. in San Francisco
A woman walking along Geary Boulevard in San Francisco's Richmond District was assaulted in a random attack, police said Tuesday.
Fire burns home in San Francisco Excelsior District
A fire burned at a home in San Francisco's Excelsior District Tuesday afternoon, the fire department said.
2 guilty in deadly San Francisco 2019 Fillmore Heritage Center gang shooting
Two members of San Francisco's notorious Mac Block gang have been found guilty by a federal jury in the 2019 Fillmore Heritage Center shooting that left a man dead and several bystanders wounded.
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AB5 protests lead to 28% drop in cargo containers at Port of Oakland in July
Protests by independent truckers over Assembly Bill 5, California's gig worker law, slowed the movement of imports and exports through the Port of Oakland in July.
Update: southbound lanes of Highway 680 in Martinez reopen after big rig crash
Southbound lanes of Interstate Highway 680 in Martinez were reopened Wednesday afternoon hours after a crash involving a big rig and several other vehicles blocked all southbound lanes.
Man shot, killed at apartment complex near Contra Costa College
Police were investigating a fatal shooting at an apartment complex near Contra Costa College.
Fire crews remain vigilant due to threat of dry lightning
Fire crews were to remain on the clock throughout the night to keep an eye on the possibility of dry lightning.
Cache of illegal weapons, drugs allegedly found at home of Pittsburg shoplifting suspect
Investigators in Pittsburg found an arsenal of illegal guns and drugs at home of a suspected shoplifter.
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Fifth suspect arrested in connection with violent San Jose home invasion robberies
Police in San Jose on Wednesday confirmed the recent arrest of a fifth suspect in connection with a pair of violent home invasion robberies committed in late May and early June.
Defiant San Jose church will not have to pay $200,000 in COVID fines
A San Jose church that defied safety regulations during the COVID-19 pandemic by holding large religious services won't have to pay about $200,000 in fines.
Buying or selling in this real estate market? One South Bay woman is doing both
In the rough-and-tumble Bay Area real estate market, buying or selling a home is already tough enough. One woman is attempting both at the same time.
San Jose family's food truck business braves brutal heat conditions
As the Bay Area baked in the hot, summer sun Tuesday, some residents were working hard out in the dangerous heat.
Los Bueyes Fire burns at least 261 acres in Monterey County at Fort Hunter Liggett
A wildfire was burning on the grounds of Fort Hunter Liggett army base in Monterey County Thursday.
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Residential burglar alarm leads to Santa Rosa bust for 5+ pounds of cocaine, firearms
A search for a burglary suspect after an alarm at a Santa Rosa residence was triggered Tuesday led police to arrest the homeowner when a large cache of cocaine, cash and firearms was found.
Britney Spears ex-husband facing felony charges in Napa County
Jason Alexander, the ex-husband of pop-star Britney Spears, was scheduled to make a court appearance in Napa County Wednesday after his arrest on grand theft and receiving of stolen property charges dating back to 2015.
Ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes left bloodied by Marin Highlands coyote attack
Well known Bay Area ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes says he's recovering from a coyote attack while he was running in the Marin Highlands.
New study identifies segregated neighborhoods throughout Bay Area
A new report by the Bay Area Equity Atlas says 10 percent of the region's census tracts are segregated "areas of white wealth."
Driver may have suffered fatal medical emergency in Dixon I-80 crash
A 49-year-old Roseville man died after a solo-vehicle crash on westbound Interstate Highway 80 in Dixon early Tuesday morning and investigators believe the death may have been a result of a medical emergency rather than injuries suffered in the crash, a California Highway Patrol spokesman said.
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Bay Area hot weather combines with poor air quality; thunderstorms bring more fire fears
The Bay Area was under an air quality advisory Wednesday, prompted by the smoke from the Six Rivers Lightning Complex fires combined with pollution. In addition, there was the possibility of lightning in the Bay Area.
Wednesday afternoon First Alert weather forecast with Paul Heggen
8/17/22
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Police, adults, youth in San Francisco's Hunters Point bond on the softball field
Officers were at Gilman Playground in San Francisco's Hunters Point neighborhood on a different kind of call on Tuesday. They were there to support and participate in a new program, "Batter Up, Guns Down."
San Jose family's food truck business braves brutal heat conditions
As the Bay Area baked in the hot, summer sun Tuesday, some residents were working hard out in the dangerous heat.
Labor of love brings smiles to Oakland school children's faces
It's a labor of love and back-to-school tradition for cancer survivor Dee Johnson. Every year, she brings smiles to the faces of Oakland school children during her annual backpack giveaway
Pistahan Parade and Festival in S.F. celebrates Filipino culture
The Pistahan Parade and Festival in San Francisco kicked off Saturday after a pandemic hiatus and a popular new movie that draws attention to Filipino culture.
Napa Valley Town and Country Fair returns after 2-year COVID hiatus
As the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention drops many of the COVID restrictions, there are signs that life is almost back to normal. The Napa Valley Town and Country Fair makes its return after it took a two-year break due to the pandemic.
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49ers safety Jimmie Ward sidelined with hamstring injury
San Francisco 49ers safety Jimmie Ward pulled his hamstring and might not be ready to return for the season opener on Sept. 11 in Chicago.
49ers Foundation hosts 'Players for a Purpose' fundraiser for Bay Area youth
The 49ers gathered on the field at Levi's Stadium Sunday evening not to play ball but for a special cause: to tackle education and empowerment for Bay Area youth.
49ers rookies Womack, Gray make strong early impression
Danny Gray's big-play touchdown catch from Trey Lance was the highlight from San Francisco's exhibition opener, though it was the performance of another rookie that could prove even more important to the 49ers.
49ers fans pump up Levi's Stadium with preseason energy
Fans of the San Francisco 49ers were not disappointed by the energy at Levi's Stadium for the preseason opener Friday night.
From Kezar to Levi's, lifelong Niners superfan collects mementos and memories
Among the thousands of 49ers fans at Friday's game, there's one standout who boasts an incredible collection of memorabilia that's taken him decades to build.
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CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
Saturday monkeypox clinic at S.F. General: no line, plenty of vaccine
For the past few weeks, people who've wanted a monkeypox vaccine in San Francisco have often had to line up and wait. That wasn't the case on Saturday.
FDA approves intradermal injection for monkeypox vaccine
People who are at high risk for monkeypox can now get vaccinated for the virus via intradermal injection after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the technique.
SF monkeypox patient urges new prevention messaging beyond STD approach
A San Francisco resident came out of isolation this week after he says he got monkeypox from a quick interaction with a friend in public, saying he wants this case to bring more attention to the outbreak in general but also that the virus can spread beyond sexual contact with partners.
Long lines return outside of Zuckerberg SF General monkeypox clinic
With supplies replenished by a shipment of 10,000 doses, a line spanning several blocks long began forming in the predawn hours Tuesday outside the Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital monkeypox vaccine clinic.
California leaders meet on monkeypox outbreak, blast federal preparedness
State Sen. Scott Wiener led the first meeting of the California Legislature's new Senate Select Committee on Monkeypox on Tuesday afternoon, blasting how federal officials have handled the outbreak..
FDA considers plans to split doses of monkeypox vaccine
A local infectious disease expert on Monday said she supports the FDA's idea of splitting doses of the monkeypox vaccine to get the shots to more people.
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."
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AB5 protests lead to 28% drop in cargo containers at Port of Oakland in July
Protests by independent truckers over Assembly Bill 5, California's gig worker law, slowed the movement of imports and exports through the Port of Oakland in July.
Former Fresno Congressman T.J. Cox arrested on fraud, money laundering charges
A former U.S. congressman from central California was arrested Tuesday by federal agents on wire fraud, money laundering, and campaign contribution fraud charges stemming from "multiple fraud schemes," federal prosecutors said.
Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act, sealing major victory for domestic agenda
"Let me say from the start, with this law, the American people won and the special interests lost," Mr. Biden told the crowd assembled at the White House.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady has been vacationing in South Carolina with her family, including President Biden.
Laguna Honda resident discharges paused, facility closure pushed back to November
San Francisco health officials on Monday announced that residents at Laguna Honda will have their Medicare/Medicaid payments extended another two months to Nov. 13, delaying additional transfers and discharges.
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AB5 protests lead to 28% drop in cargo containers at Port of Oakland in July
Protests by independent truckers over Assembly Bill 5, California's gig worker law, slowed the movement of imports and exports through the Port of Oakland in July.
State ISO asks Californians to conserve power during Flex Alert
Officials with the state's power grid operator are asking residents to voluntarily conserve electricity Wednesday during the Flex Alert as high temperatures increase energy demand across California.
Clipper BayPass pilot program launched for all Bay Area transit agencies
A two-year pilot project launched this week will examine the viability of a transit pass that is compatible with every public transit agency in the nine-county Bay Area.
A's release SS Elvis Andrus, bring up INF Sheldon Neuse
The Oakland Athletics released veteran shortstop Elvis Andrus on Wednesday.
Fifth suspect arrested in connection with violent San Jose home invasion robberies
Police in San Jose on Wednesday confirmed the recent arrest of a fifth suspect in connection with a pair of violent home invasion robberies committed in late May and early June.
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2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
Laguna Honda resident discharges paused, facility closure pushed back to November
San Francisco health officials on Monday announced that residents at Laguna Honda will have their Medicare/Medicaid payments extended another two months to Nov. 13, delaying additional transfers and discharges.
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
Recall of coffee, milk, nutritional drinks made by Lyons Magnus expands
Lyons Magnus is recalling more than 80 types of drinks over possible contamination with bacteria that causes botulism.
Pfizer CEO tests positive for COVID-19, has mild symptoms
The top executive at Pfizer, a leading producer of COVID-19 vaccines, has tested positive for the virus and says he is experiencing very mild symptoms.
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Fifth suspect arrested in connection with violent San Jose home invasion robberies
Police in San Jose on Wednesday confirmed the recent arrest of a fifth suspect in connection with a pair of violent home invasion robberies committed in late May and early June.
Frederick Woods, convicted in 1976 Chowchilla school bus kidnapping, to be paroled
The last of three men convicted of hijacking a school bus full of California children for an attempted $5 million ransom in 1976 is being released by the state's parole board.
Residential burglar alarm leads to Santa Rosa bust for 5+ pounds of cocaine, firearms
A search for a burglary suspect after an alarm at a Santa Rosa residence was triggered Tuesday led police to arrest the homeowner when a large cache of cocaine, cash and firearms was found.
Britney Spears ex-husband facing felony charges in Napa County
Jason Alexander, the ex-husband of pop-star Britney Spears, was scheduled to make a court appearance in Napa County Wednesday after his arrest on grand theft and receiving of stolen property charges dating back to 2015.
Dealers rush to sell ghost guns before new rules take effect
Unserialized ghost guns will effectively be banned on Aug. 24, and retailers are scrambling to sell them.
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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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San Jose woman's nonprofit gives foster youth path to academic success
Nationwide, about half of all foster kids drop out of high school and fewer than 3% make it through four years of college. A Bay Area woman is helping reverse that trend in the lives of hundreds of Bay Area young people every year.
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.
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Travel abroad helps Oakland student realize his own potential
Many of us dream big about life, jobs and travel. Robert Green is living those dreams and more.
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.