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Bay Area's shelters, already stretched to the limit, are bracing for tough times, as more and more people surrender their pets because the can no longer afford them.
People in Oakland had strong feelings Wednesday as schools became a battleground over the war between Israel and Hamas as some teachers participated in a "Teach-In."
Local fishermen are getting a helping hand as they eagerly wait for the commercial Dungeness crab season.
Las Vegas police said three people were killed and one person was in critical condition after a shooting on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus.
The greater San Francisco Bay Area will get a significant soaking Wednesday as rain showers from the remnants of an atmospheric river that pounded the Pacific Northwest arrives in the region.
BART police said officers arrested a woman who was driving a stolen car and found multiple puppies inside the vehicle on Tuesday.
As Israel says troops have entered a key southern Gaz city as part of the expanding war on Hamas, it's facing urgent calls from abroad and from hostages' families to cease fire.
In response to an outbreak of avian flu, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has declared a state of emergency.
Amid rising tensions over the conflict in Gaza, houses of worship in the Bay Area and across the country are being warned by federal officials to boost their security measures.
California food banks used to distribute primarily canned and boxed food, but thanks to an innovative idea from a Bay Area man, they are also able to give away mostly fresh fruits and vegetables.
Food banks across the San Francisco Bay Area are struggling to meet the growing need even as federal commodity programs are providing less product to distribute, grocery store donations are waning and cash gifts don't go nearly as far as inflation hovers near a 40-year high.
Even in fertile agriculture regions like the North Bay counties there are people going hungry who the Redwood Empire Food Bank helps every day.
A Bay Area resident who sometimes struggled to get meals while in college has found success in a career where his main job is to make sure people are fed.
Bay Area members of the Boy Scouts of America helped to collect thousands of pounds of donations for local food banks this month as part of an annual campaign to help those in need.
The San Jose Earthquakes are partnering with Santa Clara County and the city of San Jose to bring new professional soccer fields and a training facility to the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw says he has exchanged apologies with the Philadelphia Eagles security official after a sideline dustup led to both being ejected.
William Eklund scored in the closing seconds of overtime, Tomas Hertl had a hat trick and the San Jose Sharks erased a three-goal, third-period deficit to defeat the New York Islanders 5-4.
CONMEBOL, South America's soccer federation, has announced the 14 cities that will host matches at the 2024 Copa América as the tournament returns to the United States for the first time since 2016.
Shohei Ohtani met with the Los Angeles Dodgers a few days ago at Dodger Stadium, manager Dave Roberts revealed at the winter meetings.
Climate change is an urgent problem in the Arctic. From renewable energy to avalanche protection, here's what we can learn from how people there are protecting their way of life.
Spiking temperatures in the Arctic are rapidly melting glaciers. Scientists are now worried about underground methane, a potent greenhouse gas, leaking up to the surface.
Experts are predicting strong El Niño conditions this winter with heavier rains and warmer temperatures. Those factors combined with the rising carbon dioxide levels causing climate change could actually worsen allergies and asthma.
Berkeley students led by their science teacher are planting tiny micro forests to curb the impacts of climate change.
In order to combat the impacts of sea level rise, the Port of San Francisco and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are planning on raising the iconic, historic Ferry Building by as much as seven feet.
With ridership less than half what it was pre-pandemic, BART needs to come up with a new source of funding fast.
Funding concerns have previously brought BART's future into question, and while it secured funding, what would the Bay Area be like if it had not?
Despite the problems plaguing BART, some riders are happy to continue using the transit system they love and are optimistic it will recover.
BART is on the brink, and it's not just remote work keeping passengers away.
BART enables San Francisco residents to make a South Bay commute between home and office seamlessly without owning a car.
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
Meteorologist and CBS News Bay Area's resident pilot Lt. Jessica Burch got a treat during Fleet Week, taking to the skies with one of the Blue Angels.
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.
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
The father of Banko Brown, the man shot dead by a security guard at a San Francisco Walgreens store, spoke publicly about the killing for the first time Wednesday after retaining civil rights attorney John Burris.
A chance discovery of a box of photos in a Yuba County storage locker is giving people a unique insight into their community after local historians took it upon themselves to document an important moment in time.
You never know what life is going to throw in your path. Just ask Debbie Menzies.
On the one-year anniversary of his taking the job, Antioch police chief Steven Ford addressed the racist texting scandal embroiling his department in a frank discussion with KPIX reporter Katie Nielsen.
After a wet Wednesday, expect a dry break in the evening hours. Another round of showers will arrive in the Bay Area on Thursday, while the Sierra gets additional snow. Paul Heggen has the forecast. (12/6/23)
The Monterey County Board of Supervisors directed more money Wednesday to aid residents and businesses in Pajaro that were impacted by flooding of the unincorporated community in March.
The greater San Francisco Bay Area will get a significant soaking Wednesday as rain showers from the remnants of an atmospheric river that pounded the Pacific Northwest arrives in the region.
KPIX meteorologist Jessica Burch on the rain set to arrive Wednesday morning that will impact the region through Thursday.
CBS News Bay Area evening edition headlines for Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
Kenny Choi reports on a business owner who is helping fishermen as his business depends on them staying afloat.
Sharon Chin reports on Star One Credit Union’s donation to Second Harvest of Silicon Valley.
John Ramos reports on the response by Sonoma officials to the avian flu outbreak in the county. (12/6/2023)
Katie Nielsen reports on the pro-Palestinian teach-in at Oakland schools.
A new study from Stanford Medicine shows the potential benefits of going vegan. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto spoke to Professor of Medicine at Stanford and senior author of the study, Doctor Christopher Gardner, about the findings.
Dr. Gina Fromer is the new president and CEO of Glide, and is a former Glide client herself. She joined CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook to talk about the types of need that Glide is seeing right now, and about some of her goals as she takes on this new role
Kaiser Permanente looked at more than 360,000 mothers and infants and found types of health risks that could be associated with cannabis use during pregnancy. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto talks to Lyndsay Avalos, PhD, MPH, from Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Division of Research about the findings
According to the CDC, between 58,000 to 80,000 children under the age of 5 are hospitalized with RSV in the U.S. every year. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto talks to Dr. Dean Winslow, infectious diseases specialist at Stanford Health Care, about the symptoms that parents should be aware of, and what they should do if they're unable to get a shot
We know sleep and movement are important for our health, but now a Stanford study of pregnant women looks at how those two things are linked to the risk for premature death. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Nima Aghaeepour, PhD, associate professor of pediatrics neonatology at Stanford Medicine, about the highlights of the study, and the use of wearables
According to a new study from the drugmaker behind Wegovy, a popular drug for weight loss, Wegovy can reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, or heart-related death by 20%. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto talks to Sun Kim, MD, associate professor of medicine at Stanford, about how the drug seems to help the heart, who could benefit from this, and if there are any potential side effects
Another operation aimed at catching San Francisco retail theft suspects led to seven arrests on Tuesday, police said.
California food banks used to distribute primarily canned and boxed food, but thanks to an innovative idea from a Bay Area man, they are also able to give away mostly fresh fruits and vegetables.
A San Francisco man who illegally made and sold guns was sentenced to six years in prison, the Department of Justice said.
Google took its next leap in artificial intelligence Wednesday with the launch of project Gemini, an AI model trained to behave in human-like ways that's likely to intensify the debate about the technology's potential promise and perils.
On Tuesday, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors moved to satisfy housing policy requirements mandated by the state, while asking for exceptions at the same time.
Bay Area's shelters, already stretched to the limit, are bracing for tough times, as more and more people surrender their pets because the can no longer afford them.
People in Oakland had strong feelings Wednesday as schools became a battleground over the war between Israel and Hamas as some teachers participated in a "Teach-In."
Local fishermen are getting a helping hand as they eagerly wait for the commercial Dungeness crab season.
BART police said officers arrested a woman who was driving a stolen car and found multiple puppies inside the vehicle on Tuesday.
Some teachers in the Oakland Unified School District say they believe a "teach-in" on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict planned for Wednesday will be beneficial to students who are likely hearing about the issue everywhere else in their lives.
The Monterey County Board of Supervisors directed more money Wednesday to aid residents and businesses in Pajaro that were impacted by flooding of the unincorporated community in March.
The San Jose Earthquakes are partnering with Santa Clara County and the city of San Jose to bring new professional soccer fields and a training facility to the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
CONMEBOL, South America's soccer federation, has announced the 14 cities that will host matches at the 2024 Copa América as the tournament returns to the United States for the first time since 2016.
Police announced Tuesday the arrests of three people in connection with a gang-related shooting in East San Jose that wounded a man in August.
Police in San Jose on Monday announced the recent arrest of three suspects arrested in connection with an illegal casino operation who are now facing a variety of drug, weapon and other charges.
In response to an outbreak of avian flu, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has declared a state of emergency.
Authorities in Mendocino County announced Wednesday that the body of a missing elderly Sonoma County woman has been found.
Sideshows and some related peripheral activities were outlawed by a vote of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday.
Low-interest federal loans are now available in 31 California counties to help small businesses impacted by the decision to cancel this year's commercial Chinook salmon season.
In recent years, the news from wine country centered on one disaster or another threatening the quality of grape crops. But this year, no news has been good news
Bay Area's shelters, already stretched to the limit, are bracing for tough times, as more and more people surrender their pets because the can no longer afford them.
In the heart of downtown Alameda, holiday shopping takes center stage, offering a unique experience for locals and visitors alike.
East Bay seniors are learning to defend themselves by any means necessary.
San Francisco's troubled Tenderloin gets a lot of attention for its problems, but one of the neighborhood's longtime resources just got a big upgrade.
A Santa Rosa food bank is providing special assistance for the vision-impaired community in the North Bay.
Bay Area's shelters, already stretched to the limit, are bracing for tough times, as more and more people surrender their pets because the can no longer afford them.
People in Oakland had strong feelings Wednesday as schools became a battleground over the war between Israel and Hamas as some teachers participated in a "Teach-In."
Local fishermen are getting a helping hand as they eagerly wait for the commercial Dungeness crab season.
BART police said officers arrested a woman who was driving a stolen car and found multiple puppies inside the vehicle on Tuesday.
In response to an outbreak of avian flu, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has declared a state of emergency.
San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu said Wednesday the city is suing three online tobacco retailers for unlawfully selling flavored tobacco products and electronic cigarettes to consumers in San Francisco.
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
The sidewalks of San Francisco's Castro District became the site of a sprawling memorial on World AIDS Day.
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
An alternative California mental health court has received more than 100 petitions after seven counties began the program in October.
BART police said officers arrested a woman who was driving a stolen car and found multiple puppies inside the vehicle on Tuesday.
Another operation aimed at catching San Francisco retail theft suspects led to seven arrests on Tuesday, police said.
A woman has accused Sean "Diddy" Combs and two other men of gang raping her in 2003 when she was 17 years old.
A San Francisco man who illegally made and sold guns was sentenced to six years in prison, the Department of Justice said.
Authorities in Mendocino County announced Wednesday that the body of a missing elderly Sonoma County woman has been found.
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
Meteorologist and CBS News Bay Area's resident pilot Lt. Jessica Burch got a treat during Fleet Week, taking to the skies with one of the Blue Angels.
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.
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
President Biden honored transgender Americans on Trans Day of Remembrance, which falls on Nov. 20 and serves to pay tribute to trans people who have lost their lives to violence.
Laphonza Butler will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.
Iconic electronic pop band Depeche Mode brought their "Memento Mori Tour" to Chase Center Sunday night, playing hits from the last four-plus decades to a full house.
Over 100 protesters calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict shut down the westbound Bay Bridge at the height of the morning commute Thursday.
Founding members of Queen Brian May and Roger Taylor brought "The Rhapsody Tour" with singer Adam Lambert to the Chase Center in San Francisco for the first of two nights Wednesday.
R&B maverick Janelle Monáe delivered a splashy, colorful spectacle at the Bill Graham Civic Center in San Francisco Tuesday night, playing fan favorites and songs from her latest effort 'The Age of Pleasure.'
A steady stream of mourners, some of them in tears, arrived at San Francisco City Hall Wednesday to pay their respects to the late U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein.
California food banks used to distribute primarily canned and boxed food, but thanks to an innovative idea from a Bay Area man, they are also able to give away mostly fresh fruits and vegetables.
An Oakley woman has been offering the kind of support and healing that she didn't find readily available when she was diagnosed with cancer.
A pair of volunteers working for a South Bay organization go out of their way to bring warmth and nourishment to the unhoused, not just during the holidays, but all year round.
A Hayward teacher is using the timeless work of Shakespeare to inspire his elementary students to dream big.
An Oakland man is helping close the racial gap in graduation rates, as a study by the Brookings Institution shows 76% of Black boys complete high school nationwide compared to 87% of white boys.
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.
Police departments all over the country are having a hard time finding new officers, but one Bay Area student is criss-crossing the world while preparing for a career in law enforcement here at home.
When most people graduate from college, they tend to focus on one job. But this month's Students Rising Above scholar is currently juggling multiple workplace assignments.
Itohan Ediae and Qien Feng are getting ready to leave for their first year of college and they are taking a lot with them: excitement, nerves, and memories from what has become an extraordinary friendship.
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.