CBS News Live
CBS News Bay Area: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Bay Area
Breaking Local News, First Alert Weather & Community Journalism
Top Stories
More
Dramatic photos show how storms filled California reservoirs
An unprecedented series of powerful storms has replenished most of California's reservoirs, dumping record amounts of rain and snow and busting a severe three-year drought.
Fatal crash temporarily closes all lanes of eastbound Bay Bridge
All lanes of eastbound Interstate 80 have reopened early Thursday about 90 minutes after a fatal collision briefly blocked them on the western span of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge as it enters Yerba Buena Island, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Memorials, anxiety grow at S.F. Rincon Hill site of tech executive's deadly stabbing
The fatal attack of former San Francisco resident and tech executive Bob Lee has raised the level of concern for many in the Rincon Hill neighborhood where he was stabbed.
Which U.S. cities have the lowest and highest property taxes?
Annual property taxes on single-family homes rose 3.6% last year, with the typical homeowner paying nearly $4,000 a year.
Update: Cash App founder, MobileCoin CPO Bob Lee stabbed to death in San Francisco
Bob Lee, founder of Cash App and the former chief technology officer of Square, was identified as the man stabbed to death Tuesday near downtown San Francisco, according to his current employer, cryptocurrency startup MobileCoin.
San Francisco steps up emergency effort to bring Tenderloin back from brink
For decades, San Francisco's Tenderloin District has been at the very center of the city's challenges and that has only become more visible in recent years.
Murder of tech exec heightens vigilance in San Francisco's East Cut neighborhood
The fatal stabbing of tech executive Bob Lee early Tuesday morning is sending shockwaves through San Francisco's East Cut neighborhood.
Gun violence in the U.S. is becoming more fatal, new research reveals
Nearly 49,000 people died from gun violence in the U.S. in 2021, according to the CDC.
U.S. lawmakers to meet with Apple, Disney CEOs to discuss China
Rep. Ro Khanna told CBS News that the topics of discussion will include how U.S. companies can maintain a competitive edge with China while shifting product manufacturing back to the U.S.
Our Stories Define Us
More
Dude, Where's My Driver?; Take a 360 degree ride inside of a fully autonomous car
From the engineering prowess of the Golden Gate Bridge to its earthquake-resistant skyscrapers, San Francisco has always been ahead of the curve.
VR 360 View: Adaptive skiing giving lift to people with disabilities
There are few places in the world that rival the beauty of Lake Tahoe on a sunny winter day, with its snow-capped mountains, towering peaks and endless miles of trails.
VR 360 View: Devastating wildfire compels family to adopt a new lifestyle among the Redwoods
A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
Take a 360-degree Fleet Week VR flight with KPIX's Lt. Jessica Burch
CBS News Bay Area's very own pilot and meteorologist Jessica Burch is getting into the spirit of The Fleet Week Air Show by taking the stick of a T33 jet.
San Francisco steps up emergency effort to bring Tenderloin back from brink
For decades, San Francisco's Tenderloin District has been at the very center of the city's challenges and that has only become more visible in recent years.
Identifying childhood trauma a key to rehabilitating, reintegrating prison inmates into society
For years, prisons were focused on punishment rather than rehabilitation. But now, a new approach explores the reasons they ended up behind bars in the first place.
Will San Francisco's downtown shake off the pandemic blues?
The downtown stores and businesses play a critical role in driving San Francisco economy, but they have been slow in rebounding from the pandemic blues.
Update: Mission District business owner frustrated over rampant crime in neighborhood
A small business owner in San Francisco's Mission District on Monday said she has seen little or no improvement since she and other merchants declared a state of emergency in the neighborhood last month.
Stanford soccer star's tragic death intensifies attention on mental health
A tragedy in the San Francisco Bay Area was the spark a group of California teens needed to do something about breaking the stigma associated with youth mental illness and how to react in an emotional crisis.
Latest Videos
MoreLatest Videos
Wildlife scientists work to restore endangered salmon habitat in North Bay
Biologists in the North Bay are working to restore the habitat for an endangered salmon species. Kenny Choi reports. (4-5-23)
Memorials, anxiety grow at Rincon Hill site of tech exec's deadly stabbing
The fatal attack of former San Francisco resident and tech executive Bob Lee has raised the level of concern for many in the Rincon Hill neighborhood where he was stabbed. Andrea Nakano reports. (4-5-23)
PIX Now
Heres' the latest from the KPIX newsroom. (4-5-23)
California nurses question state ending mask requirements in health care settings
Members of the California Nurses Association say the state's decision to stop requiring masks in health care settings this week puts them at higher risk for catching COVID-19. Shawn Chitnis reports. (4-5-23)
Retired Bay Area doctors recruited to help address physician shortage
Retired doctors in the Bay Area are helping address an acute shortage of physicians by heading back into the office to see patients. Lezla Gooden reports. (4-5-23)
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
FDA approves over-the-counter sale of Narcan
CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Dr. Keith Humphreys, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford, how Narcan works to reverse opioid overdoses, how to use it, and about the signs of a drug overdose
How Trump indictment could impact the political landscape
CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks San Jose State Senior Lecturer of Political Science Robert Ovetz about the political impact of indicting a former President, and how the January 6th House hearings could impact the indictment
What to expect following Trump's indictment
CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Cal State East Bay Professor of History and Communication Dr. Nolan Higdon about the historic nature of this case, the lack of precedent, and how this could impact the presidential race
Trump Indicted: Political experts analyze Manhattan DA's historic move
Reaction to the criminal indictment of former Pres. Donald Trump from California congressman Adam Schiff and Sonoma State University professor David McCuan. (3-30-23)
Drug-resistant fungal infection spreads in California
The CDC is warning of a potentially deadly fungus called Candida auris, calling it an urgent threat. CBS News Bay Area's Gianna Franco asks Dr. Dean Winslow, infectious disease specialist at Stanford Health Care, how the fungus spreads, and what's behind the recent rise in cases
How Gordon Moore helped shape Silicon Valley
Gordon Moore, who was one of the founders of Intel in 1968, died at 94 years old. San Jose State professor Ahmed Banafa explains how Moore revolutionized the use of microprocessors in everyday devices, and explains 'Moore's Law.'
SF & Peninsula News
More SF & Peninsula News
Fatal crash temporarily closes all lanes of eastbound Bay Bridge
All lanes of eastbound Interstate 80 have reopened early Thursday about 90 minutes after a fatal collision briefly blocked them on the western span of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge as it enters Yerba Buena Island, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Memorials, anxiety grow at S.F. Rincon Hill site of tech executive's deadly stabbing
The fatal attack of former San Francisco resident and tech executive Bob Lee has raised the level of concern for many in the Rincon Hill neighborhood where he was stabbed.
Update: Cash App founder, MobileCoin CPO Bob Lee stabbed to death in San Francisco
Bob Lee, founder of Cash App and the former chief technology officer of Square, was identified as the man stabbed to death Tuesday near downtown San Francisco, according to his current employer, cryptocurrency startup MobileCoin.
San Francisco steps up emergency effort to bring Tenderloin back from brink
For decades, San Francisco's Tenderloin District has been at the very center of the city's challenges and that has only become more visible in recent years.
Murder of tech exec heightens vigilance in San Francisco's East Cut neighborhood
The fatal stabbing of tech executive Bob Lee early Tuesday morning is sending shockwaves through San Francisco's East Cut neighborhood.
East Bay News
More East Bay News
3rd suspect in Pittsburg convenience store killing arrested after Modesto standoff
Pittsburg police arrested a third suspect in the March 22 killing of a convenience store clerk, after a standoff Wednesday at a Modesto apartment.
Oakland ransomware attack worsens with massive new personal data dump
A ransomware attack plaguing City of Oakland computer systems has worsened with a new trove of personal data of employees and residents released onto the so-called dark web, city officials acknowledged.
Alameda County District Attorney Price seeks to have judge disqualified from her cases
Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price is seeking to have a judge disqualified from hearing any criminal case the district attorney's office prosecutes, Price said Wednesday in a YouTube video.
Downtown Oakland business owner tries to stay positive amid post-pandemic recovery
Businesses near Oakland's City Hall are still recovering from the pandemic shutdowns, with some owners trying to stay optimistic as they see more activity downtown.
East Bay woman helps animals and families at San Pablo no-kill shelter
An East Bay woman who took over a San Pablo animal shelter has dedicated her life to helping abandoned and abused animals in the Bay Area and beyond.
South Bay News
More South Bay News
Portion of Hwy 1 along Big Sur coast reopens; highway still closed in SLO County
The northern closure limit of state Highway 1 in Monterey County along the Big Sur coast has been moved 10 miles south to the Lime Creek Bridge, Caltrans said Wednesday.
Injured puppy abandoned in a trash bag at Santa Cruz roadside
A driver recently found a severely injured puppy abandoned inside a garbage bag on the side of a road in Santa Cruz, authorities said Monday.
'Shook my chair and then a jolt'; Magnitude 4.5 earthquake strikes near Hollister
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck San Benito County Tuesday afternoon, with shaking being felt in the Bay Area.
San Jose police arrest 2 in string of strong-arm robberies targeting AAPI community
Police in San Jose announced the arrests of two men suspected in a series of strong-arm robberies which appeared to be targeting members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community.
San Jose construction firm told to stop dumping hazardous waste in Almaden Valley
A Santa Clara County Superior Court judge has ordered a local construction company to immediately stop dumping hazardous and corrosive construction waste on protected agricultural land in rural Almaden Valley.
North Bay News
More North Bay News
Motorcyclist killed after crashing into vehicle in San Rafael
A 21-year-old Mill Valley man died after his motorcycle crashed into another vehicle in San Rafael on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Marin County Sheriff's Office.
Early morning fire engulfs home in Lagunitas
An early Wednesday morning fire erupted and quickly engulfed a home in the rural Marin County community of Lagunitas
Stolen vehicles, bikes and guns recovered during Santa Rosa search
A 41-year-old Santa Rosa man was arrested after a search of his home uncovered a cache of guns and dozens of stolen vehicles and bikes.
Video: Sonoma County Sheriff's helicopter chases fleeing motorcyclist
A suspect fleeing police on a motorcycle in Santa Rosa over the weekend was briefly able to evade officers until a helicopter from the Sonoma County Sheriff's Department pinpointed his location, leading to his arrest.
San Rafael police investigates hoax school shooting call
Police in San Rafael said they are working with the FBI after they received a hoax phone call claiming that a shooting took place at a local high school, saying similar calls took place across the country on Monday.
First Alert Weather
More
Dramatic photos show how storms filled California reservoirs
An unprecedented series of powerful storms has replenished most of California's reservoirs, dumping record amounts of rain and snow and busting a severe three-year drought.
First Alert Weather Thursday Night Forecast
Chief meteorologist Paul Heggen has the First Alert forecast for Friday and Saturday. (4-5-23)
First Alert Weather forecast for Wednesday morning
Sunny in the 60s
Tuesday night First Alert forecast with Paul Heggen
Expect continued dry conditions on Wednesday, as temperatures remain below average for this time of year. Showers are expected to arrive Thursday night, with light showers possible for Easter weekend. Paul Heggen has the forecast. (4/4/23)
Bay Area Bridge Builders
More
Retired Bay Area doctors seeing patients once again to address physician shortage
Retired doctors in the Bay Area are helping address an acute shortage of physicians by heading back into the office to see patients.
Artist behind Vietnam War monument to U.S. soldiers also a mentor to Pixar animators
This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the Paris Peace Accords, marking the end of U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War. This week, a statue honoring U.S. soldiers in Vietnam was unveiled at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library in Yorba Linda. The artist behind the sculpture has ties to the Bay Area and gets his inspiration from a very special place.
Longtime San Jose antique dealers on verge of being forced out
Longtime antique dealers in San Jose are struggling to survive and now they're at risk of being pushed out entirely from a once-thriving antique shopping district.
Saddling up: Napa students learn life lessons in therapeutic horseback riding program
A school in the North Bay is finding a unique way to reach at-risk students, as they saddle up to learn about horses.
Plans for Buddhist temple in San Jose Evergreen neighborhood approved by city council
The San Jose City Council on Tuesday approved plans for a new Buddhist temple in San Jose's Evergreen neighborhood. Some neighbors say the temple would bring too much noise and traffic, but worshippers say they've outgrown their present temple and need a new home.
Kids In Crisis
More
Kids In Crisis
AQ App helps you manage modern anxieties
Neuropsychologist Dr. Shaun Nanavati, co-founder of Mindwell Labs talks about a new app called AQ that helps identify and manage modern anxieties in real time. For more info visit theaqapp.com.
Bay Area lawmaker calls for hospitals to meet behavioral health staffing standards
In an effort to address a growing need for mental health and addiction care, a bill was introduced on Monday in the state assembly to develop a minimum staffing requirement for behavioral health emergencies in California hospitals.
"Ted Lasso" cast visits White House to promote mental health care
Actor Jason Sudeikis and cast members of the show "Ted Lasso" visited the White House visit to encourage people to check in with friends, family and colleagues to "ask how they're doing."
California to seek beds for mental health, drug treatment
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's latest plan for the state's homelessness crisis asks voters to fund a major expansion of housing and treatment for residents suffering from mental illness and addiction.
As climate changes, climate anxiety rises in youth
Research shows most youth are "extremely worried" about climate change. Kids and young adults who struggle with climate anxiety can perceive they have no future or that humanity is doomed.
Politics
More
U.S. lawmakers to meet with Apple, Disney CEOs to discuss China
Rep. Ro Khanna told CBS News that the topics of discussion will include how U.S. companies can maintain a competitive edge with China while shifting product manufacturing back to the U.S.
San Francisco city attorney permitted to sue companies that abruptly cut janitorial, security jobs
The San Francisco City Attorney is now authorized to bring civil action against janitorial, security and building maintenance contracting companies if they abruptly terminate jobs.
Pence won’t appeal order to testify in Trump probe
A spokesperson for former Vice President Mike Pence on Wednesday said that Pence’s legal team will not appeal a judge’s order that he testify in a special counsel probe over former President Donald Trump’s actions surrounding the Jan. 6 Capitol attack and efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election. Robert Costa has the latest.
Youth organizers to stage anti-juvenile incarceration town hall
Youth organizers will call on Alameda County leaders Wednesday to end youth incarceration in the county, according to the Free Our Kids Coalition, which opposes a new county juvenile camp.
Trump charged with 34 felony counts, pleads not guilty
The former president appeared in court on Tuesday afternoon to face the unprecedented charges for the first time.
Latest Stories
More Latest Stories
Dramatic photos show how storms filled California reservoirs
An unprecedented series of powerful storms has replenished most of California's reservoirs, dumping record amounts of rain and snow and busting a severe three-year drought.
Fatal crash temporarily closes all lanes of eastbound Bay Bridge
All lanes of eastbound Interstate 80 have reopened early Thursday about 90 minutes after a fatal collision briefly blocked them on the western span of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge as it enters Yerba Buena Island, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Memorials, anxiety grow at S.F. Rincon Hill site of tech executive's deadly stabbing
The fatal attack of former San Francisco resident and tech executive Bob Lee has raised the level of concern for many in the Rincon Hill neighborhood where he was stabbed.
Update: Cash App founder, MobileCoin CPO Bob Lee stabbed to death in San Francisco
Bob Lee, founder of Cash App and the former chief technology officer of Square, was identified as the man stabbed to death Tuesday near downtown San Francisco, according to his current employer, cryptocurrency startup MobileCoin.
Which U.S. cities have the lowest and highest property taxes?
Annual property taxes on single-family homes rose 3.6% last year, with the typical homeowner paying nearly $4,000 a year.
Health
More Health
Some California nurses question state ending mask requirements in health care settings
Members of the California Nurses Association say the state's decision to stop requiring masks in health care settings this week puts them at higher risk for catching COVID-19
San Jose construction firm told to stop dumping hazardous waste in Almaden Valley
A Santa Clara County Superior Court judge has ordered a local construction company to immediately stop dumping hazardous and corrosive construction waste on protected agricultural land in rural Almaden Valley.
Santa Clara County officials confirm first xylazine related death
Authorities on Monday confirmed the first death in Santa Clara County attributed to a dangerous animal tranquilizer that is increasingly mixed with opioids like fentanyl and heroin.
Candida auris: Nevada, California leading nation with most superbug fungus infections
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tracked and found that in 2022, Nevada had 16%, or 384 of the country's 2,377 clinical cases of the superbug called Candida auris — followed by California with 359 cases.
Marchers protest inmate deaths at Santa Rita Jail in Dublin
Families dealing with mental illness say an East Bay county jail which has seen a rash of inmate deaths is the last place their loved ones should be sent.
Bay Area Crime
More Bay Area Crime
Memorials, anxiety grow at S.F. Rincon Hill site of tech executive's deadly stabbing
The fatal attack of former San Francisco resident and tech executive Bob Lee has raised the level of concern for many in the Rincon Hill neighborhood where he was stabbed.
Update: Cash App founder, MobileCoin CPO Bob Lee stabbed to death in San Francisco
Bob Lee, founder of Cash App and the former chief technology officer of Square, was identified as the man stabbed to death Tuesday near downtown San Francisco, according to his current employer, cryptocurrency startup MobileCoin.
Murder of tech exec heightens vigilance in San Francisco's East Cut neighborhood
The fatal stabbing of tech executive Bob Lee early Tuesday morning is sending shockwaves through San Francisco's East Cut neighborhood.
3rd suspect in Pittsburg convenience store killing arrested after Modesto standoff
Pittsburg police arrested a third suspect in the March 22 killing of a convenience store clerk, after a standoff Wednesday at a Modesto apartment.
Oakland ransomware attack worsens with massive new personal data dump
A ransomware attack plaguing City of Oakland computer systems has worsened with a new trove of personal data of employees and residents released onto the so-called dark web, city officials acknowledged.
Our Stories Define Us
More Our Stories Define Us
Dude, Where's My Driver?; Take a 360 degree ride inside of a fully autonomous car
From the engineering prowess of the Golden Gate Bridge to its earthquake-resistant skyscrapers, San Francisco has always been ahead of the curve.
VR 360 View: Adaptive skiing giving lift to people with disabilities
There are few places in the world that rival the beauty of Lake Tahoe on a sunny winter day, with its snow-capped mountains, towering peaks and endless miles of trails.
VR 360 View: Devastating wildfire compels family to adopt a new lifestyle among the Redwoods
A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
Take a 360-degree Fleet Week VR flight with KPIX's Lt. Jessica Burch
CBS News Bay Area's very own pilot and meteorologist Jessica Burch is getting into the spirit of The Fleet Week Air Show by taking the stick of a T33 jet.
San Francisco steps up emergency effort to bring Tenderloin back from brink
For decades, San Francisco's Tenderloin District has been at the very center of the city's challenges and that has only become more visible in recent years.
LGBTQ+
More LGBTQ+
LGBTQ+ community mourns San Francisco drag legend; 'Rest in power Heklina'
Friends and fans of drag legend Heklina paid tribute to the icon Tuesday by stopping by a makeshift memorial outside the Bank of America at 18th and Castro.
Famed San Francisco drag performer Heklina found dead in London
Sara Donchey reports on the San Francisco LGBTQ+ community shocked at sudden death of legendary drag queen Heklina (4-3-2023)
Famed San Francisco drag performer Heklina found dead in London
Renowned San Francisco drag queen Heklina was found dead in London Monday where she was performing in a touring show, according to reports on social media.
At Marin County rally, transgender youth call for acceptance
In Marin County Friday, some of the Transgender Day of Visibility festivities were led by youth in the community wanting to be seen and heard for who they are.
On Transgender Day of Visibility, a call to fight rise of anti-trans legislation
Members of the transgender community came together on Friday for an International Transgender Day of Visibility panel discussion at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
Photos: Rising indie folk-pop singer Maggie Rogers plays Bill Graham Civic
Indie folk-pop singer Maggie Rogers recently brought her "Feral Joy" tour to the Bay Area, headlining the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium to a sold-out house on March 5.
Photos: Explosive punk band Turnstile ignites crowd at the Warfield
Rising punk outfit Turnstile played to a capacity crowd at the Warfield in San Francisco Wednesday night, sharing the stage with support acts jpegmafia and Non Plus Temps.
Photos: Rare winter storm delivers snow across the Bay Area
The dusting of snow the Bay Area received Thursday morning was nothing compared to the winter wonderland the cold front brought to the region Thursday evening into Friday.
Photos: NBA Champion Golden State Warriors visit the White House
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris celebrated the NBA champion Golden State Warriors at the White House on Tuesday. The Warriors have won four championships in eight years, but they didn't visit the White House while Donald Trump was president. "The Golden State Warriors are always welcome in this White House," Biden said. He also honored Warriors superstar Stephen Curry as "one of the great sportsmen of our time."
Photos: Overnight atmospheric river triggers widespread flooding across Northern California
Bay Area residents were dealing with flooding and mudslides across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties after the latest storm powered over Northern California.
Jefferson Awards
More Jefferson Awards
East Bay woman helps animals and families at San Pablo no-kill shelter
An East Bay woman who took over a San Pablo animal shelter has dedicated her life to helping abandoned and abused animals in the Bay Area and beyond.
JA: San Francisco nonprofit gives free eyeglasses to at-risk kids
The head of a San Francisco nonprofit that's been a "rock" of support for at-risk children has expanded its vision to meet a critical need that arose during the pandemic.
Former boxer's nonprofit using the ring to help at-risk kids battle life's challenges
A former boxer has spent the last 20 years training at-risk children in the sport that gave him a fighting chance at life off the streets.
Redwood City gardener still hard at work giving scholarships after 15 years
When Catalino Tapia came to the U.S. many years ago, he had a sixth-grade education, six dollars in his pocket, and the American dream. He won a national Jefferson Award for his creative scholarship program in 2009. Since then, has given hundreds of students a chance to pursue their dreams.
JA: 49ers defensive end tackles literacy in his free time
A member of the San Francisco 49ers defensive line helps level the playing field to give underserved children a playbook for future success.
Students Rising Above
More Students Rising Above
Morehouse College student from SF takes stock of accomplishments and road ahead
Isreal Laviene holds a very special place with us at KPIX 5. In early 2021, we helped connect him to his dream school, Morehouse College in Atlanta.
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.