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Three people fatally shot in Oakland in two separate incidents
Three people were fatally shot in two separate incidents in Oakland Saturday, police said.
Davis Fire burns 3,300 acres near Reno; flare-ups expected due to wind event
The Davis Fire south of Reno has burned over 3,000 acres and triggered evacuations, with fire crews expecting flare-ups to last through Sunday due to windy conditions.
San Francisco Walgreens employee stabbed during confrontation with robber
A San Francisco Walgreens security guard was stabbed Friday during a confrontation with someone who was trying to steal merchandise.
Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
Oakland Chinatown hosts first-ever night market
The streets of Oakland Chinatown were busy Saturday for the first-ever Night Market.
Fire crews in Napa knock down attic fire at residence
Fire crews knocked down an attic fire at a residence on Petra Drive in Napa Saturday night, Cal Fire said on social media.
S.F. race for district attorney pits incumbent against lawyer she fired
San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins is facing a lone challenger on Nov. 5, former prosecutor Ryan Khojasteh.
New real estate laws let Napa family provide their son independence
In Napa, a family is using an accessory dwelling unit to help their special-needs son gain his independence.
Cal stuns Auburn with a 21-14 win
California celebrated the first of several cross-country trips this season by holding onto a 21-14 road win at Auburn on Saturday.
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S.F. race for district attorney pits incumbent against lawyer she fired
San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins is facing a lone challenger on Nov. 5, former prosecutor Ryan Khojasteh.
Harris, Trump prepare for debate
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are getting ready for their debate Tuesday in Philadelphia, but in vastly different ways. Weijia Jiang reports.
Ask the San Francisco mayoral candidates your questions
The main candidates for San Francisco mayor are set for their next debate hosted by CBS News Bay Area, and you can provide some of the questions to the candidates.
Fentanyl crisis, homelessness remain top concerns for SF voters
High in mind for many San Francisco residents ahead of November's mayoral election is the city's response to the opioid crisis and homelessness.
Newsom issues emergency regulations on intoxicating hemp products
Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday introduced new emergency regulations that will restrict the sale of intoxicating hemp products that are being sold outside of dispensaries with no age restrictions due to loopholes in California law.
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Petaluma turns purple with plan to eliminate disposable-cup waste
An innovative pilot program underway in Petaluma may serve as a roadmap for the rest of the world on an approach to reduce single-use plastic waste and limit the risks to our planet.
Process to recycle plastics indefinitely being developed at UC Berkeley
A new process to recycle existing plastics indefinitely and reduce the flood of plastics into landfills is being developed by scientists at the University of California, Berkeley.
As heat records continue to fall, scientists still optimistic about climate strategy
2023 was the hottest year on record but scientists are expecting this year will surpass it given the blistering summer heat wave that had California and many Bay Area counties setting new records.
Oakland Unified debuts all-electric fleet of school buses; 1st in the nation
The Oakland Unified School District is rolling out the nation's first all-electric school bus fleet and providing a template to move away from pollution-producing diesel buses.
Seaweed finds growing demand, shows promise in climate change fight
Once seen as an organism fouling up the works in shellfish aquaculture, seaweed is now considered a valuable and sustainable commercial product feeding a growing demand with a positive impact in the battle against climate change.
Student program turns climate change lessons into real-world solutions
Students on the San Francisco Peninsula are taking advantage of a program that teaches lessons on climate change and building projects that mitigate its effects on the community.
Climate scientists probe Earth's ice to better understand a warming planet
As the summer of 2024 is on track to become the hottest on record, scientists are recovering an icy record of what the atmosphere was like hundreds of thousands of years ago.
Cloud-brightening test part of geoengineering push amid climate change
Climate experiments, such as using sea salt particles to test potential cloud brightening, will continue to be funded as more communities urgently seek solutions for a heating planet.
Researchers create 3D map of Alcatraz to monitor erosion, track effects of climate change
Rising sea levels are threatening iconic Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, and now a groundbreaking endeavor is helping scientists develop strategies to protect it.
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Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show
Kendrick Lamar will headline his first Super Bowl Halftime Show at the event in New Orleans next year.
Cal stuns Auburn with a 21-14 win
California celebrated the first of several cross-country trips this season by holding onto a 21-14 road win at Auburn on Saturday.
Brant Hurter hurls 5 1/3 innings of 1-run ball, helps Tigers edge A's 2-1
The Detroit Tigers beat the Oakland Athletics 2-1 on Saturday.
Christian McCaffrey questionable for 49ers season opener against Jets
49ers running back Christian McCaffrey is listed as questionable for the season opener against the Jets with a sore calf and Achilles.
Seth Brown hits walk-off RBI single in 13th, A's beat Tigers 7-6
Seth Brown hit a walk-off RBI single in the 13th inning to give the Athletics a 7-6 win over the Tigers on Friday night
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California Public School teachers don't get paid family leave. After Newsom vetoed a bill to change that, lawmakers are trying again.
California lawmakers are trying again to give public school teachers paid family leave. Critics worry it could come at the actual expense of students.
Bills to shed light on newborn DNA storage in California quietly killed or gutted
Lawmakers quietly amended a bill prompted by a decade-long CBS investigation into California's Newborn Genetic Biobank. They removed the part that requires the state to reveal who is using our DNA for research and why.
Doctor who drove family off cliff fuels legal debate: Should attempted murder defendants get treatment instead of trial?
The doctor who was released from jail after driving his family off a cliff is being called the "poster child" for and against a California law that allows attempted murder defendants to get at-home mental health treatment instead of standing trial for alleged crimes.
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First Alert Weather Sunday morning forecast
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First Alert Weather Saturday night forecast 9-7-24
Meteorologist Darren Peck has details on how long the cooldown is likely to last.
First Alert Weather Saturday morning forecast
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First Alert Weather Friday night forecast 9-6-24
Chief meteorologist Paul Heggen has the Bay Area microclimate weekend forecast.
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Oakland Chinatown hosts first-ever Night Market
Amanda Hari reports on Oakland hosting a night market in Chinatown. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
First Alert Weather Sunday morning forecast
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PIX Now morning edition 9-8-24
CBS News Bay Area morning edition headlines for Sept. 8, 2024. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
S.F. DA race pits incumbent against lawyer she fired
San Francisco DA Brooke Jenkins is facing a lone challenger on Nov. 5: former prosecutor Ryan Khojasteh. (9-7-24)
Napa family installs backyard ADU to help son achieve independence
A family in Napa used an Accessory Dwelling Unit -- ADU -- to help their developmentally disabled son gain his independence. John Ramos reports. (9-7-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
USF immigration policy expert discusses presidential election
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks with USF professor of law and migration studies Bill Ong Hing about the positions of the Trump and Harris campaigns when it comes to immigration reform and the situation at the border
UC Berkeley professor discusses threat of artificial intelligence in elections
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks UC Berkeley Haas School of Business professor Olaf Groth, PhD, about how AI could play a role in potential election interference
UCSF doctor discusses summer Covid surge
CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec asks UCSF infectious disease specialist Dr. Monica Gandhi if Covid is any more serious than a cold these days, the latest on long Covid, and if the bird flu poses any threat of becoming the next pandemic
Bay Area political expert on campaigns tapping into social media influencers
The race for the White House is flooding our feeds. CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec asks Dr. Nolan Higdon with CSU East Bay about the impact of influencers in the presidential race, and if they can really tip the scales in battleground states
Bay Area teen provides mental health resources for students
CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec hears from Niku Sedarat from San Jose, an incoming Stanford student and member of DoSomething.Org, about an initiative that allows students to share ideas about addressing mental health in their communities. Anne also asks Dr. Nicole Stelter from Blue Shield of California how parents can provide support for their children
Bay Area lung cancer survivor recalls how car crash may have saved her life
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook has been reporting extensively on the rise in lung cancer cases among non-smoking Asian American women. Now, Liz talks to a Bay Area mother whose trip to Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center after a car crash may have saved her life. Liz also talks to Dr. Jeffrey Velotta, who performed the surgery, about the rise in lung cancer cases in Asian American women and what may be causing them
Reaction to Gov. Newsom's executive order to clear homeless encampments
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks to Coalition on Homelessness Executive Director Jennifer Friedenbach and Senior Vice President of Public Policy for the Bay Area Council Adrian Covert to hear both sides of the debate over Gov. Newsom's executive order to clear homeless encampments
UC Berkeley professor on Silicon Valley's influence in potential Harris-Trump matchup
Vice President Kamala Harris has announced her bid for the White House and has appeared to fend off any challengers for the Democratic nomination. CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks UC Berkeley Haas School of Business professor Olaf Groth, PhD, which candidate will get support from Silicon Valley
Talking Politics: Bay Area professors on Biden's exit from race
Andrea Nakano and Brian Hackney spoke to San Jose State senior lecturer Donna Crane and Sonoma State professor David McCuan about the stunning developments in the presidential race Sunday. (7-21-24)
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San Francisco Walgreens employee stabbed during confrontation with robber
A San Francisco Walgreens security guard was stabbed Friday during a confrontation with someone who was trying to steal merchandise.
S.F. race for district attorney pits incumbent against lawyer she fired
San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins is facing a lone challenger on Nov. 5, former prosecutor Ryan Khojasteh.
San Francisco high-rise apartment evacuated after fire in underground garage
Residents of a high-rise apartment building in San Francisco were allowed to return after being evacuated due to a fire in the parking garage.
San Francisco Medical Examiner identifies man fatally shot on Mission Street
A man fatally shot in San Francisco's Mission District on Wednesday night has been identified by the city's Medical Examiner's Office.
SF police identify 67-year-old woman as hate crime suspect
Police in San Francisco on Friday identified a 67-year-old woman who has been reported missing by her family as the suspect in a hate crime involving racist threats in the Alamo Square neighborhood earlier this year.
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Three people fatally shot in Oakland in two separate incidents
Three people were fatally shot in two separate incidents in Oakland Saturday, police said.
Oakland Chinatown hosts first-ever night market
The streets of Oakland Chinatown were busy Saturday for the first-ever Night Market.
At least 1 killed in fiery I-80 crash in East Bay Saturday
At least one person died after being trapped inside a burning vehicle in Contra Costa County early Saturday morning.
East Oakland high school sports stars boost community pride
East Oakland's Castlemont High School will be hosting an L.A. football team on Saturday. But before they compete against each other on the field, they teamed up on Friday for a day of service at nearby East Oakland Pride Elementary School.
Oakland Pride Parade and Festival expected to draw nearly 50,000 people
This Sunday, downtown Oakland will come alive with color, music, and celebration as big crowds gather for the 14th Annual Oakland Pride Parade and Festival.
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$2 million classic car destroyed by fire after Pebble Beach show
A classic luxury car valued at an estimated $2 million was destroyed by fire after being shown at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
Single fly found in Fremont causes county-wide produce quarantine
A large swath of Alameda County is now under a quarantine for the invasive Mediterranean fruit fly after agriculture officials recently discovered one mated female in Fremont.
Driver in deadly wrong-way DUI crash on Hwy 85 that killed woman, teen boy faces murder charges
The driver in the fatal wrong-way DUI collision that killed a woman and her 14-year-old son on State Route 85 last week was released from the hospital Thursday and booked into jail on multiple charges including two counts of murder, authorities said.
Santa Clara County task force seizes guns, explosives from San Jose home
A San Jose man was arrested on multiple felony charges after authorities raided his home and seized an arsenal of weapons and explosives, prosecutors said Thursday.
Bay Area man accused of threatening member of Congress, Florida lawmaker
A Bay Area man was arrested Wednesday after being charged by federal authorities after allegedly making threats to shoot lawmakers, including a member of Congress.
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Fire crews in Napa knock down attic fire at residence
Fire crews knocked down an attic fire at a residence on Petra Drive in Napa Saturday night, Cal Fire said on social media.
New real estate laws let Napa family provide their son independence
In Napa, a family is using an accessory dwelling unit to help their special-needs son gain his independence.
Magnitude 4.3 earthquake hits near Geysers in Sonoma County
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.3 struck in Sonoma County, followed by a couple of aftershocks nearby in Lake County.
Woman found dead in solo car crash was shot, Vallejo police say
A woman was killed when she was shot and involved in a car crash in Vallejo early Friday morning, according to police.
Petaluma turns purple with plan to eliminate disposable-cup waste
An innovative pilot program underway in Petaluma may serve as a roadmap for the rest of the world on an approach to reduce single-use plastic waste and limit the risks to our planet.
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Oakland Chinatown hosts first-ever night market
The streets of Oakland Chinatown were busy Saturday for the first-ever Night Market.
East Oakland high school sports stars boost community pride
East Oakland's Castlemont High School will be hosting an L.A. football team on Saturday. But before they compete against each other on the field, they teamed up on Friday for a day of service at nearby East Oakland Pride Elementary School.
Antioch aims to clear more areas of homeless encampments
Antioch is pushing ahead in its effort to clear homeless encampments as it makes a bid for more state grant money.
Advisory on parental stress a step in the right direction, says UCSF expert
An expert on parental stress at UCSF said the health advisory by the Surgeon General is a step in the right direction.
Proposal to use San Jose tiny homes for jail diversion program prompts outrage
Some residents in South San Jose are up in arms about a proposal to use a current homeless facility as a jail diversion site.
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Three people fatally shot in Oakland in two separate incidents
Three people were fatally shot in two separate incidents in Oakland Saturday, police said.
Davis Fire burns 3,300 acres near Reno; flare-ups expected due to wind event
The Davis Fire south of Reno has burned over 3,000 acres and triggered evacuations, with fire crews expecting flare-ups to last through Sunday due to windy conditions.
San Francisco Walgreens employee stabbed during confrontation with robber
A San Francisco Walgreens security guard was stabbed Friday during a confrontation with someone who was trying to steal merchandise.
Oakland Chinatown hosts first-ever night market
The streets of Oakland Chinatown were busy Saturday for the first-ever Night Market.
Fire crews in Napa knock down attic fire at residence
Fire crews knocked down an attic fire at a residence on Petra Drive in Napa Saturday night, Cal Fire said on social media.
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Newsom issues emergency regulations on intoxicating hemp products
Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday introduced new emergency regulations that will restrict the sale of intoxicating hemp products that are being sold outside of dispensaries with no age restrictions due to loopholes in California law.
San Mateo woman wins fight to reopen aquatic therapy center
The only therapeutic pool of its kind on the Peninsula is back open again, thanks in large part to one local woman who dived in to save it.
Hazmat team investigates chlorine leaking from rail car in Pittsburg
Officials in Contra Costa County lifted a health advisory in the Pittsburg/Antioch area after a small amount of chlorine was found under a rail car.
Invasive yellow fever mosquito species from SoCal found in Bay Area
The yellow fever mosquito has been confirmed in Contra Costa County, the Mosquito and Vector Control District said Friday.
2 killed in West Bank
Overnight, two Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank. Officials said the two were planning car bomb attacks. The incident comes as the Israeli military continues its operations in the territory for a fourth day. Meanwhile in Gaza, there is expected to be a pause in the fighting this weekend as the United Nations carries out urgent polio vaccinations.
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Three people fatally shot in Oakland in two separate incidents
Three people were fatally shot in two separate incidents in Oakland Saturday, police said.
San Francisco Walgreens employee stabbed during confrontation with robber
A San Francisco Walgreens security guard was stabbed Friday during a confrontation with someone who was trying to steal merchandise.
Manhunt underway after 5 people wounded in Kentucky highway shooting
Authorities consider a "person of interest" to be armed and dangerous, and they cautioned members of the public who might spot him not to approach him.
Georgia parent latest to be charged in connection to mass shooting
The parent of a teen suspected of shooting his classmates in Georgia is the latest to be charged in connection to a mass shooting.
Stockton police seize weapons cache, 2 alligators during warrant search
A man was arrested in Stockton after a search warrant allegedly resulted in weapons and small alligators being found.
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Oakland Unified copes with shocking rise in district's homeless student population
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.
VR 360 View: Meteorologist Jessica Burch takes flight with the Blue Angels
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.
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.
Study: Colorectal cancer patients could skip harsh radiation therapy
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.
VR 360 View: The high-stakes world of San Francisco's bar pilots
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
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Oakland Pride Parade and Festival expected to draw nearly 50,000 people
This Sunday, downtown Oakland will come alive with color, music, and celebration as big crowds gather for the 14th Annual Oakland Pride Parade and Festival.
San Francisco's Riot Party celebrates progress in fight for LGBT rights
The Riot Party held at Kapwa Gardens was a powerful reminder of the progress made in the fight for LGBTQ rights and the work that remains.
Oakland delegate to Democratic National Convention revels in possibility of Harris presidency
Oakland native Shay Franco-Clausen arrived at the Democratic National Convention hoping to witness history with fellow Oakland native Kamala Harris officially accepting the party’s nomination to run for President. Ryan Yamamoto reports.
Longtime SF transgender activist looks back on the Tenderloin's history
In the heart of San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, one figure stands out as a beacon of resilience and a living testament to the community's transformation.
SFFD Chief Jeanine Nicholson humbled at retirement tribute; "I put my all into it, folks"
As if it were just another day at work, San Francisco Fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson spoke to city leaders and colleagues who had gathered to celebrate her retirement at the city's fire department headquarters Wednesday.
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Claim sent to Oakland by family of Tuan Le, who was killed while undercover in 2023
Oakland police officer Tuan Le's family sent a letter to Oakland, claiming he was placed in unreasonable danger.
Photos: Songwriter Lucinda Williams dazzles at Stern Grove
Grammy-winning country-blues songwriter Lucinda Williams and her band put on a show-stopping performance at Stern Grove in San Francisco on Sunday, Aug. 18.
Outside Lands 2024: Photos from Sunday
This year's edition of Outside Lands came to an eclectic close Sunday with sets from headliner Sturgill Simpson, rising star Chappell Roan, rapper-turned-country-singer Post Malone and more.
Outside Lands 2024: Photos from Saturday
Outside Lands 2024 delivered another diverse line-up of music Saturday with sets from main stage headliner Sabrina Carpenter, club icon Grace Jones, Australian pub punks Amyl and the Sniffers and more.
Outside Lands 2024: Photos from Friday
Music fans turned out in droves for the first day of the Outside Lands Music Festival on Friday, taking in sets by Reneé Rapp, Shaboozey, Tyla, Young the Giant and many more.
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San Mateo woman wins fight to reopen aquatic therapy center
The only therapeutic pool of its kind on the Peninsula is back open again, thanks in large part to one local woman who dived in to save it.
Burlingame store owner has been a longtime pillar of the Broadway business district
A local shop owner who some call the Mayor of the Broadway business district in Burlingame has long been the go-to person when area merchants have a problem.
Swimming program serving Bay Area children with special needs celebrates 33 years
Swimming lessons are not simply a summer activity but a weekly highlight for differently-abled children in a popular aquatic program that has lasted for more than three decades.
Marin couple's work to keep seniors fed continues into their own golden years
A Marin County couple is kicking off their 20th year making sure senior citizens don't go hungry, and they have no plans to retire even though they're older than some of the people they serve.
Veterans advocate goes the extra mile to celebrate WWII sailor's 100th birthday
A San Mateo man who serves formerly unhoused military veterans is expanding his mission to reach more of the county's 24,000 veterans.
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SRA scholar charts new life path with support of North Bay family
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
SRA scholar juggles Cal studies with family duties
Samir Hooker had to grow up fast after his stepfather was shot dead 12 years ago. Now he is watching over his mom and sister while attending UC Berkeley.
Students Rising Above scholar recalls growing up with undocumented immigrant parents
It's hard enough to graduate from one of the most prestigious schools in the country when you're the first in your family to go to college. Imagine doing that while you're also trying to protect your parents from being deported?
Hard-working student shoulders a load working while attending Ivy League college
Some students who are the first in their families to go to college face the challenge of balancing a rigorous academic load while still working to help support their family back home.
College student gives back to program that changed his life
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.