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San Jose marks 1 year after mass shooting at VTA railyard
The city of San Jose on Thursday marked one year since the massacre at the VTA railyard, mourning the nine workers who were killed in the deadliest mass shooting in Bay Area history.
Family of slain VTA employee sues transit agency for failing to stop gunman
The family of a Santa Clara Valley Transit Agency (VTA) employee killed in a mass shooting last year announced Thursday they are suing the transit agency and other groups for failing to address issues with the shooter, who was also a VTA employee.
17-year-old Fremont student accused of threatening gun violence against schools
A 17-year-old Fremont student was arrested Wednesday in connection with threats of violence against schools on social media.
Legendary 'Goodfellas' actor Ray Liotta dead at 67
Liotta reportedly died in his sleep while filming a new movie in the Dominican Republic.
San Rafael swim coach accused of arranging meeting with juvenile for sex
A San Rafael swimming coach was arrested Wednesday and charged with arranging a meeting with a juvenile for sex, police said Thursday.
Oakland City Council to consider tax hike for larger businesses
A coalition of elected officials, business leaders and labor struck a compromise that will have businesses paying about $10,000 more in taxes on average if they have Oakland-based gross receipts of $50 million or more.
North Bay firefighters offer inside look as fire season looms
As firefighters all over the Bay Area prepare for what's expected to be another rough year, firefighters in the North Bay gave an inside look at what they will be going through in the months to come.
Grim task at hand after Texas school shooting: planning 19 children's funerals
In the wake of a deadly mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, the community is almost entirely focused on planning vigils, funerals, and fundraisers.
Carnaval SF CEO sees dream of housing, arts center in Mission District
Roberto Hernandez, "the Mayor of the Mission," sees decades-long effort to provide affordable housing in the Mission District, along with a home for the annual Carnaval event, coming to fruition.
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Preview of "Tom Swift"
'Tom Swift' premieres Tuesday, May 31 on KBCW.
San Jose marks 1 year after mass shooting at VTA railyard
The city of San Jose is marking one year since the massacre at the VTA railyard and mourn the nine workers who were killed in the deadliest mass shooting in Bay Area history. Jocelyn Moran reports
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North Bay firefighters offer inside look as fire season looms
As firefighters all over the Bay Area prepare for what’s expected to be another rough year, firefighters in the North Bay gave an inside look at what they will be going through this summer. Andrea Nakano reports. (5/25/22)
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Preview of "Tom Swift"
'Tom Swift' premieres Tuesday, May 31 on KBCW.
CBS News Bay Area hosts conversation about mental health
For Mental Health Awareness Month, KPIX 5's Gianna Franco moderates a virtual roundtable discussion with several Bay Area health professionals - Monica Martinez, Director of Education & Innovation at San Francisco Mental Health, Becky Fein, Vice President of Community Initiatives at Active Minds, Morgan Eldridge, PhD, Clinical Psychologist in the Mood Disorders Center at the Child Mind Institute, and Michael Stanton, Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Public Health at Cal State East Bay - about the struggles experienced by so many, and how to deal with difficult times
New weather zones for wildfire season
The NWS has updated and clarified more detailed "zones" for this year's fire season. In years past, Red Flag warnings were issued generically for all "North Bay Mountains" as one region. KPIX 5's First Alert Meteorologist Darren Peck on this week's "Weather Extra."
Latest on what's to come for the Muni
We talk to the SFMTA director Jeff Tumlin on what's to come in the future for Muni.
Local doctor on latest COVID surge and getting kids booster shots
We ask Dr. Malathi Srinivasan from Stanford Health Care how often we could see surges of COVID infections, and if parents are recommended to get their younger children boosted as soon as possible, now that the CDC is recommending them for kids 5 to 11.
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Palo Alto Police arrest 2 teenagers in connection with assault, robbery
Palo Alto Police arrested two 17-year-old suspects believed to have carried out an assault and robbery Tuesday afternoon in Palo Alto.
Man sought after exposing himself to Palo Alto teenage girl
Palo Alto police investigators are looking for a man who exposed himself to a high school-aged girl as she walked past his parked pickup truck on Arastradero Road Tuesday morning.
Carnaval SF CEO sees dream of housing, arts center in Mission District
Roberto Hernandez, "the Mayor of the Mission," sees decades-long effort to provide affordable housing in the Mission District, along with a home for the annual Carnaval event, coming to fruition.
High gas prices, ticket prices make locals think twice about Memorial Weekend travel
Despite record-high gas prices and soaring airfare prices, millions of Americans are expected to travel over the Memorial Day weekend.
Texas woman accused in SF pro cyclist's death fled to NYC
The suspect had previously dated the victim's boyfriend, cyclist Colin Strickland, who has cooperated with investigators and is not considered a suspect.
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CHP says 1 dead in crash on Hwy 4 off-ramp in Contra Costa County
One person died in a solo car crash on an off-ramp from state Highway 4 near Pittsburg on Wednesday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol.
17-year-old Fremont student accused of threatening gun violence against schools
A 17-year-old Fremont student was arrested Wednesday in connection with threats of violence against schools on social media.
Oakland City Council to consider tax hike for larger businesses
A coalition of elected officials, business leaders and labor struck a compromise that will have businesses paying about $10,000 more in taxes on average if they have Oakland-based gross receipts of $50 million or more.
Brentwood residents get early start on preparations for another heavy drought
Temperatures have been up. Water districts and the governor have repeatedly been asking people to conserve. So are habits changing as we head further into the dry season? One East Bay spot that may offer a hint, and that's the Brentwood Recycled Water Filling Station.
CoCo county launching 4 'test to treat' sites to increase access to COVID medication
Health officials in Contra Costa County announced Wednesday the opening of four COVID-19 testing sites this week that will also make prescription medication available for those who test positive.
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Family of slain VTA employee sues transit agency for failing to stop gunman
The family of a Santa Clara Valley Transit Agency (VTA) employee killed in a mass shooting last year announced Thursday they are suing the transit agency and other groups for failing to address issues with the shooter, who was also a VTA employee.
San Jose marks 1 year after mass shooting at VTA railyard
The city of San Jose on Thursday marked one year since the massacre at the VTA railyard, mourning the nine workers who were killed in the deadliest mass shooting in Bay Area history.
Salinas gang member sentenced to 50-years-to-life for 2017 murder
A judge sentenced a 22-year-old Salinas man who identified as a Norteno gang member to 50-years-to-life in prison after his conviction in a 2017 shooting death, Monterey County prosecutors said.
San Jose man's nonprofit provides families with ability to grow their own food
A San Jose man has been helping low-income families plant seeds of self-sufficiency as they learn to grow their own home gardens.
Horrific Texas school massacre comes just 2 days before VTA shooting anniversary
The terrible tragedy at a Texas elementary school that took 21 lives happened two days before the first anniversary of the VTA mass shooting in San Jose.
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San Rafael swim coach accused of arranging meeting with juvenile for sex
A San Rafael swimming coach was arrested Wednesday and charged with arranging a meeting with a juvenile for sex, police said Thursday.
Woman stabbed in San Rafael; suspect arrested after high-speed chase
A 55-year-old woman is expected to survive multiple stab wounds she suffered early Wednesday in San Rafael, allegedly at the hands of a man police arrested later that morning after a high-speed pursuit.
Man critically hurt after being shot by state parole officer in Santa Rosa
A man shot by a state parole officer Wednesday in Santa Rosa is in critical condition following emergency surgery, according to an 8 p.m. Facebook post from the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office.
North Bay firefighters offer inside look as fire season looms
As firefighters all over the Bay Area prepare for what's expected to be another rough year, firefighters in the North Bay gave an inside look at what they will be going through in the months to come.
Marin County leaders pause new short-term rentals along coast
On Tuesday, the Marin County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a moratorium on short term rentals in the county's western communities.
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Wednesday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch
5/24/2022
Tuesday night First Alert Weather forecast with Paul Heggen
Expect another day of hot temperatures on Wednesday, with inland highs in the 90s and approaching 100. Temperatures will begin to cool heading into the Memorial Day weekend as onshore winds return. Paul Heggen has the forecast. (5/24/22)
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8-year-old will be youngest San Francisco Carnaval grand marshal
An 8-year-old San Francisco poet is sharing her love of her culture through her work and will be featured as a Grand Marshal in this year's Carnaval parade.
San Jose man's nonprofit provides families with ability to grow their own food
A San Jose man has been helping low-income families plant seeds of self-sufficiency as they learn to grow their own home gardens.
Carnaval SF CEO sees dream of housing, arts center in Mission District
Roberto Hernandez, "the Mayor of the Mission," sees decades-long effort to provide affordable housing in the Mission District, along with a home for the annual Carnaval event, coming to fruition.
Pandemic fiscal challenges still threaten San Francisco small businesses
The owner of a plant store on Van Ness Avenue says she is just days away from closing her small business after 10 years as the pandemic continues to create challenges and she lacks the financial support needed to keep her doors open.
Families, community members step up to save Novato High Prom
It was a night to remember in so many ways for students at the Novato High prom Saturday after riding an emotional rollercoaster in the wake of a bus company hired to provide transportation to the venue coming up short of drivers.
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Bats stay hot, Giants rout Mets in finale
Evan Longoria homered twice and Joc Pederson hit his fourth in two games as the San Francisco Giants went deep four times in the first two innings off rookie Thomas Szapucki and routed the New York Mets 9-3 Wednesday.
A's send slumping Mariners to last place in AL West
Seth Brown and Elvis Andrus both homered off reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Robbie Ray, and the Oakland Athletics beat Seattle 4-2 on Wednesday, dropping the Mariners into last place in the AL West.
Associated Press reports Raiders to have Colin Kaepernick workout
The Associated Press reported Wednesday that former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick will get his first chance to work out for an NFL team since last playing in the league in 2016 when he started kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial inequality.
Joc Pederson hits 3 HRs, Giants outslug Mets in wild finish
Joc Pederson homered three times and drove in a career-high eight runs, including a tying single with two outs in the ninth inning, and the San Francisco Giants outslugged the New York Mets 13-12 in a wild game Tuesday night.
Warriors fans stay hopeful despite Game 4 loss in Western Conference Finals
The Warriors tried to bring out the brooms and make their first trip to the NBA finals in 3 years Tuesday night. But the celebration for Dub Nation is on hold after the Mavericks avoided a sweep.
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Marin County leaders pause new short-term rentals along coast
On Tuesday, the Marin County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a moratorium on short term rentals in the county's western communities.
Twitter to pay $150M penalty to feds over privacy of users' data
Twitter will pay a $150 million penalty and put in new safeguards to settle federal regulators' allegations that the San Francisco-based social platform failed to protect the privacy of users' data over a six-year span.
Temporary moratorium on new short-term rentals approved for West Marin County
Marin County temporarily paused its approval Tuesday of new short-term vacation rental permits in West Marin in an effort to protect the area's already scant housing supply.
Congressional Dems call on Google to protect privacy of abortion patients
More than 40 Democratic members of Congress called on Google to stop what they see as the unnecessary collection and retention of people's location data, arguing the information could be used to identify women seeking abortions.
China losing Airbnb as company focuses on tourists going abroad
An Airbnb company official announced on social media Tuesday that the company will stop listing homes and experiences inside China this summer and instead focus its business in the country on serving Chinese tourists looking for lodgings abroad.
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Family of slain VTA employee sues transit agency for failing to stop gunman
The family of a Santa Clara Valley Transit Agency (VTA) employee killed in a mass shooting last year announced Thursday they are suing the transit agency and other groups for failing to address issues with the shooter, who was also a VTA employee.
Oakland City Council to consider tax hike for larger businesses
A coalition of elected officials, business leaders and labor struck a compromise that will have businesses paying about $10,000 more in taxes on average if they have Oakland-based gross receipts of $50 million or more.
Newsom, legislative leaders promise swift action on new gun control measures
Gov. Gavin Newsom and the state's legislative leaders announced swift action to pass new gun control initiatives Wednesday, including a bill allowing lawsuits against illegal gun manufacturers and distributors.
NRA says it is "committed to making schools secure" and Texas convention will still go on
President Trump said Wednesday he still plans on attending the convention.
SF Mayor announces new budget investments in permanent supportive housing
Mayor London Breed on Wednesday announced a planned $67.4 million in her upcoming two-year budget focused on permanent supportive housing.
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Family of slain VTA employee sues transit agency for failing to stop gunman
The family of a Santa Clara Valley Transit Agency (VTA) employee killed in a mass shooting last year announced Thursday they are suing the transit agency and other groups for failing to address issues with the shooter, who was also a VTA employee.
Palo Alto Police arrest 2 teenagers in connection with assault, robbery
Palo Alto Police arrested two 17-year-old suspects believed to have carried out an assault and robbery Tuesday afternoon in Palo Alto.
San Jose marks 1 year after mass shooting at VTA railyard
The city of San Jose on Thursday marked one year since the massacre at the VTA railyard, mourning the nine workers who were killed in the deadliest mass shooting in Bay Area history.
Legendary 'Goodfellas' actor Ray Liotta dead at 67
Liotta reportedly died in his sleep while filming a new movie in the Dominican Republic.
CHP says 1 dead in crash on Hwy 4 off-ramp in Contra Costa County
One person died in a solo car crash on an off-ramp from state Highway 4 near Pittsburg on Wednesday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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CoCo county launching 4 'test to treat' sites to increase access to COVID medication
Health officials in Contra Costa County announced Wednesday the opening of four COVID-19 testing sites this week that will also make prescription medication available for those who test positive.
More baby formula will soon hit store shelves, FDA says
Abbott Nutrition and U.K.-based Kendal Nutricare plan to ship more than 2 million cans of formula.
Contra Costa health officials warn COVID cases, hospitalizations rising
Contra Costa County health officials told the county Board of Supervisors Tuesday that COVID-19 numbers are on the rise.
Sacramento County officials investigate California's probable first monkeypox case
Sacramento County public health officials say they are investigating a probable travel-related case of the monkeypox virus.
Pfizer: 3 COVID vaccine doses are 80 percent effective for kids 5 and under
Three doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine were roughly 80 percent effective at preventing infections for children ages 6 months to 5 years old, according to trial data Pfizer released Monday.
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Family of slain VTA employee sues transit agency for failing to stop gunman
The family of a Santa Clara Valley Transit Agency (VTA) employee killed in a mass shooting last year announced Thursday they are suing the transit agency and other groups for failing to address issues with the shooter, who was also a VTA employee.
Palo Alto Police arrest 2 teenagers in connection with assault, robbery
Palo Alto Police arrested two 17-year-old suspects believed to have carried out an assault and robbery Tuesday afternoon in Palo Alto.
San Jose marks 1 year after mass shooting at VTA railyard
The city of San Jose on Thursday marked one year since the massacre at the VTA railyard, mourning the nine workers who were killed in the deadliest mass shooting in Bay Area history.
San Rafael swim coach accused of arranging meeting with juvenile for sex
A San Rafael swimming coach was arrested Wednesday and charged with arranging a meeting with a juvenile for sex, police said Thursday.
Salinas gang member sentenced to 50-years-to-life for 2017 murder
A judge sentenced a 22-year-old Salinas man who identified as a Norteno gang member to 50-years-to-life in prison after his conviction in a 2017 shooting death, Monterey County prosecutors said.
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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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Mayor Breed won't participate in SF Pride parade if police uniform ban remains in place
Mayor London Breed announced Monday she would not participate in this year's Pride parade over the organizers refusal to lift a ban blocking LGBTQ+ peace officers in uniform from taking part.
Crowd gathers in Castro District to celebrate Harvey Milk Day
People gathered in San Francisco's Castro District Sunday to remember the life and legacy of Harvey Milk on what would have been the gay rights icon's 92nd birthday.
Bay to Breakers will give awards to non-binary runners
Nonbinary runners competing in the Bay to Breakers race on Sunday will now have the chance to win an award in their gender category as the event returns for the first time since the pandemic began.
Never forgotten; Massive AIDS Quilt display set for San Francisco Pride Month
The AIDS Memorial Quilt will mark its 35th anniversary with a monumental event during PRIDE month. 3000 panels of the historic tapestry will be on display in Golden Gate Park.
State Sen. Wiener decries Alabama anti-trans law
State Senator Scott Wiener (D-SF) is doubling-down on his push for Senate Bill 107, which would make California a "refuge" for trans minors and their parents.
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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.
Photos: Judas Priest and Queensrÿche Bring Metal to the Fox in Oakland
Legendary metal band Judas Priest brought their long-delayed 50th anniversary tour to the Fox in Oakland Saturday for an incendiary sold-out show featuring support from Queensrÿche.
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San Jose man's nonprofit provides families with ability to grow their own food
A San Jose man has been helping low-income families plant seeds of self-sufficiency as they learn to grow their own home gardens.
Educator's nonprofit group helps lift students in poor-performing schools
Students in some of the country's worst-performing schools are making the grade, thanks to a nonprofit led by a man whose life mission is motivated by a childhood science fair experience.
East Bay choir program teaches teens the power of music
An East Bay man has been using the power of music to lift voices and uplift lives for 35 years.
Formerly homeless Peninsula man helps others get off the streets, furnishes their homes
A San Mateo man has helped hundreds of formerly homeless military veterans turn their new apartments into comfortable homes.
Marin woman's group gives opportunity for all to play sports
Thanks to a Mill Valley woman, thousands of people with physical and developmental disabilities are no longer sitting on the sidelines. Instead, they are in the game.
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South Bay scholars, best friends separated by COVID, pick up where they left off
If the past two years have taught us nothing else, it's that friendships are what keeps us going in the toughest of times. Veronica Toscano and Nyia Roberts are two Students Rising Above scholars who's bond has remained stronger than ever.
Hayward scholar trades career in finance for hometown police badge
Many Students Rising Above scholars end up in jobs they didn't plan for. Victor Arellano thought he would work in finance until he saw a need in his own hometown. Now he's a police officer in Hayward.
Multi-tasking UC Berkeley grad student shines at home, in classroom
All Students Rising Above scholars inspire others with their resiliency and courage. But Angie Ngo has taken both to a whole new level.
East Bay law student's busy schedule brings joy on healing journey
Donzahniya Pitre's enjoying every busy moment with her 19-month-old daughter, Nyrobi. The full-time working mom has a very hectic schedule. But being a parent is a joyful, and important part of her healing journey.
Richmond Scholar Joins Forces With Father To Launch Own Company
Starting a new business is challenging but Eric Manzanares is working from a solid foundation, and that foundation is his family.