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Southbound 19th Avenue in SF closed for weekend repaving work. Here's what to know.
Drivers who are planning to use 19th Avenue in San Francisco this Mother's Day weekend should expect delays, as southbound lanes of the roadway are closed for repaving work.
Santa Clara neighborhood shaken after deadly shooting and house fire; second body found
Residents in a quiet Santa Clara neighborhood were searching for answers this weekend after a deadly shooting and suspicious house fire rattled the community Friday afternoon.
California king salmon returns to San Francisco markets after 3-year shutdown
It's been three years since local commercial fishermen were able to cast their lines off the California coast because of declining numbers. While there is optimism for the future, some experienced fishermen say there are plenty of challenges ahead.
Cruise ship stricken by hantavirus reaches Canary Islands before planned evacuations
Health officials will begin the complex process of evacuating the passengers and most of the crew, and repatriating them to their respective countries.
Northern California man accused of forced labor at illegal cannabis grow
A Northern California man was arrested on suspicion of human trafficking, illegal cannabis cultivation and other offenses after a worker reported he was forced to live and work at a cannabis growing site for two years.
Pirates get season-high 20 hits, beat Giants 13-3
Nick Gonzales and Joey Bart each had four hits, Brandon Lowe drove in four runs and the Pittsburgh Pirates had a season-high 20 hits in a 13-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night.
Audio captures moment Frontier plane fatally struck pedestrian
The plane was evacuated because of smoke in the aircraft after the collision, according to the flight crew.
Steve Kerr agrees to 2-year deal to continue coaching Warriors, report says
Steve Kerr is giving it another go with Golden State.
Antioch woman dies after being ejected in overnight crash, police say
A 51-year-old Antioch woman died on Saturday after being ejected from a vehicle during an overnight crash, officials said.
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Final California governor debate before June primary set, hosted by CBS News Bay Area, San Francisco Examiner
Candidates for California governor were set to hold their final debate before the June Primary Election on May 14 in San Francisco.
Top takeaways from the CBS California Governor's Debate
Top gubernatorial candidates faced off in the CBS California Governor's Debate at Pomona College.
CBS News poll on California governor's race: What are primary voters looking for?
Ahead of Tuesday's debate in the California governor's race, it's still a wide-open contest, CBS News' latest poll finds.
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L.A. County spends millions to stop overdoses. Critics say naloxone enables addicts, but city data show scores of lives saved
CBS News California Investigates obtained data from the LAFD that show 24,503 of the 25,461 patients who received naloxone doses since 2022 survived their overdose, about 96%.
How LA28 Olympics ticket prices could be driven by bots, brokers and a big bill for the Summer Games
Fans lucky enough to secure tickets to the 2028 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles are facing steep prices, with some paying hundreds or even thousands of dollars to attend events, prompting questions about why costs have surged compared with past Games.
Uber driver fraud leads to proposed California state legislation seeking protection from identity theft
State Senator Josh Becker has authored two recent laws that seek to protect Californians from identity theft. The senator said businesses like Uber need to do more to protect consumers.
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Pentagon says 1 survivor after latest strike on alleged drug boat kills 2
The U.S. military's latest strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed two men Friday while leaving one survivor.
Final California governor debate before June primary set, hosted by CBS News Bay Area, San Francisco Examiner
Candidates for California governor were set to hold their final debate before the June Primary Election on May 14 in San Francisco.
U.S. launches major expansion of denaturalization campaign
The Trump administration announced a major expansion of its denaturalization campaign targeting foreign-born American citizens accused of fraudulently obtaining U.S. citizenship.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
USPS proposal would allow handguns to be sent through the mail
The Justice Department argues the patchwork of state laws around guns makes it difficult to take them across state lines for lawful purposes like target shooting, hunting and self-defense.
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Pirates get season-high 20 hits, beat Giants 13-3
Nick Gonzales and Joey Bart each had four hits, Brandon Lowe drove in four runs and the Pittsburgh Pirates had a season-high 20 hits in a 13-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night.
Steve Kerr agrees to 2-year deal to continue coaching Warriors, report says
Steve Kerr is giving it another go with Golden State.
Giants trade Gold Glove catcher Patrick Bailey to Cleveland for pitching prospect, draft pick
The San Francisco Giants have traded Gold Glove catcher Patrick Bailey to the Cleveland Guardians for a left-handed pitching prospect and a 2026 draft pick, the team announced Saturday.
Janelle Salaun's 3-point shooting powers Valkyries past Storm in season opener, 91-80
Janelle Salaun scored 20 points and tied a career high with five 3-pointers, Veronica Burton had 16 points and six assists, and the Golden State Valkyries beat the Seattle Storm 91-80 in the season opener for both teams.
Devers goes deep and Ray pitches the Giants to a 5-2 win over the Pirates
Rafael Devers homered to back six strong innings from Robbie Ray, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2.
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Historic East Bay watershed thrives as nonprofit marks 30th year of restoration effort
From its headwaters high in the Oakland Hills throught the city's Fruitvale District to where the waters eventually empty into the Oakland Estuary and San Francisco Bay, Sausal Creek is a historic treasure.
Bay Area teen's ReCap Project targets medical plastic waste for recycling
At the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford University, an incredible collaboration is taking place between a 16-year-old high school student and the medical staff.
Alameda brewery pulls CO2 out of the air to carbonate its beer
A few weeks ago, the brewery launched Flow on tap and in cans. It's the first commercial beer on the planet carbonated with carbon dioxide pulled directly from the surrounding or ambient air.
Bay Area artist inspired by pioneering city agency, fighting climate change
On the sand dunes near Ocean Beach in San Francisco, artist Alicia Escott felt the pull of history and the sense of loss, heartbreak, and grief.
Students plant pocket forest at East Bay school to help fight climate change
Schilling Elementary School in Newark is packed with young pioneers, willing to get their hands dirty. Schilling is the first school in its district to plant a pocket forest on its campus.
Half Moon Bay recycling initiative tests reusable food containers for deliveries
A pilot program is testing the use of reusable containers for DoorDash-delivered meals.
Bay Area brothers form nonprofit to recycle used school uniforms for families in need
Inside a family garage on the Peninsula, instead of seeing parked cars, one can find bins packed with clean, used school uniforms and two busy young brothers.
Pilot program teaches Bay Area high schoolers about local water sources
A pilot program is providing Bay Area high school students with lessons on the importance of where their local water comes from, the systems that bring it to their homes, and the threats to the supply.
Team of scientists retrieve massive Antarctic core sample to better understand warming planet
Under bone-chilling conditions, an international team of scientists has unlocked the secrets to better understand a rapidly-warming planet.
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Saturday evening First Alert Weather forecast 5/9/26
with Zoe Mintz.
Saturday morning First Alert Weather forecast 5/9/26
Meteorologist Darren Peck says the temperatures will creep up through Mother's Day weekend and into next week, but a cooldown is coming.
Friday evening First Alert Weather forecast 5/8/26
Meteorologist Darren Peck says moderate heat will envelop the Bay Area and peak on Monday.
Friday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 5/8/26
On Friday, expect the coast to remain cloudy and cool, while inland areas will reach the 70s and low 80s. Expect the warming trend to continue this weekend, with hot conditions early next week. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
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Saturday evening First Alert Weather forecast 5/9/26
with Zoe Mintz.
Commercial salmon fishing resumes in California, but uncertainty remains for industry
It's been three years since local commercial fishermen were able to cast their lines off the California coast because of declining numbers. While there is optimism for the future, some experienced fishermen say there are plenty of challenges ahead.
Santa Clara neighborhood searches for answers after deadly shooting and house fire
Da Lin reports.
Saturday morning First Alert Weather forecast 5/9/26
Meteorologist Darren Peck says the temperatures will creep up through Mother's Day weekend and into next week, but a cooldown is coming.
Fatal Santa Clara shooting followed by house fire and massive SWAT response
A person was fatally shot in a Santa Clara neighborhood on Friday afternoon at a home doors away from another that later burned in a major fire, authorities said.
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
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What to know about Tesla's robotaxi plans in the Bay Area
Business Insider tech reporter Grace Kay shares where plans stand with Tesla's robotaxi service in the Bay Area.
Investigation
Skincare brands make billions selling products, including some harmful to young skin, to tweens | Investigating "Sephora kid" Concerns
Skincare brands make billions of dollars annually selling stuff to children 12 and under, even though dermatologists caution against minors using some of these products that are meant for adults. The CBS News Confirmed team analyzed top kidfluencers with more than 42 million followers combined and found that 94% of their recent skincare posts did not let kids know they were getting free products or commissions from the brands they promote. That social media marketing is turning many in this generation into so-called "Sephora kids," but they often don't realize that some viral products can harm young skin. Check out what happened when CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts sent her 11-year-old daughter undercover shopping with her friends. BEHIND THE INVESTIGATION: CBS News California investigates troubling trend in skincare industry WATCH PART 1 - Investigating "Sephora Kid" Concerns: How skincare brands make billions selling products to tweens. WATCH PART 2 - Investigating "Sephora Kids" Solutions: Fifth-graders investigate California bill targeting anti-aging skincare sales to minors. READ MORE HERE: How the skincare industry makes billions marketing products to tweens, including some that could harm young skin
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
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California king salmon returns to San Francisco markets after 3-year shutdown
It's been three years since local commercial fishermen were able to cast their lines off the California coast because of declining numbers. While there is optimism for the future, some experienced fishermen say there are plenty of challenges ahead.
San Francisco seeks shutdown of Tenderloin convenience store allegedly selling meth, cannabis
Officials in San Francisco have sued the owners of a convenience store in the city's Tenderloin, saying the establishment sold methamphetamine and cannabis, along with illegal tobacco products.
Body of San Francisco woman who went missing in 1973 found in Texas, police say
Police in San Francisco said a cold case involving a woman who disappeared more than 50 years ago has been solved, with the help of DNA.
Southbound 19th Avenue in San Francisco closed for weekend repaving work. Here's what to know.
Drivers who are planning to use 19th Avenue in San Francisco this Mother's Day weekend should expect delays, as southbound lanes of the roadway are closed for repaving work.
"Willie Mays Highway" officially designated along I-80 in San Francisco
On what would have been his 95th birthday, a stretch of Interstate 80 in San Francisco has been officially renamed to honor San Francisco Giants legend Willie Mays.
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Antioch woman dies after being ejected in overnight crash, police say
A 51-year-old Antioch woman died on Saturday after being ejected from a vehicle during an overnight crash, officials said.
Oakland police officers injured in 3 violent incidents over 24 hours, including shooting
Three separate incidents involving Oakland police officers unfolded over a 24-hour span this week, including an early Friday morning traffic stop that ended with an officer shooting a suspect after two other officers were dragged by a car.
Police activity blocks Interstate 580 in Livermore at Highway 84 / Isabel Avenue
Police activity along Interstate Highway 580 in Livermore led to the closure of all lanes in both directions as the weekend getaway commute on Friday afternoon was beginning.
Suspect shot by Oakland police during traffic stop after officers dragged, pinned
Two Oakland police officers and a suspect were taken to hospitals early Friday morning after a traffic stop in East Oakland ended in a shooting.
Officers shoot, kill San Leandro man in distress after he points weapon, police say
A man in distress was shot and killed by San Leandro police on Thursday evening after he pointed a gun at officers, police said.
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Santa Clara neighborhood shaken after deadly shooting and house fire; second body found
Residents in a quiet Santa Clara neighborhood were searching for answers this weekend after a deadly shooting and suspicious house fire rattled the community Friday afternoon.
San Jose parents of Baby Winter convicted of murder in toddler's fentanyl overdose death
A jury convicted a San Jose couple of murder for the 2023 fentanyl overdose death of their 19-month-old daughter, authorities said Friday.
Person found fatally shot in Santa Clara neighborhood; house burns near shooting scene
A person was fatally shot in a Santa Clara neighborhood on Friday afternoon at a home doors away from another that later burned in a major fire, authorities said.
Central California business owner accused of sexual assault during "spiritual cleansing"
The owner of a business on California's Central Coast has been arrested after he allegedly sexually assaulted a customer during what police described as a "spiritual cleansing."
Recalling the resiliency of Dick Miyagawa, 1942 SJSU boxing champ after Pearl Harbor
During Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we want to highlight the life and legacy of Japanese American Takayoshi "Dick" Miyagawa.
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Northern California man accused of forced labor at illegal cannabis grow
A Northern California man was arrested on suspicion of human trafficking, illegal cannabis cultivation and other offenses after a worker reported he was forced to live and work at a cannabis growing site for two years.
Former Rohnert Park police officers sentenced in marijuana extortion scheme
Two former Rohnert Park police officers were sentenced to prison on Wednesday for their roles in a marijuana extortion scheme in which they posed as federal agents, prosecutors said.
Santa Rosa police arrest 19-year-old after shooting near Cinco de Mayo festival
Police in Santa Rosa have made one arrest and are looking for additional suspects following a shooting near a Cinco de Mayo festival Tuesday night.
Sonoma County community uses sheep to reduce wildfire risk
In the North Bay, tractors have been commonly used to trim down dry brush, but grazing is now gaining popularity.
Town of Windsor reconsiders ban on new gas stations due to budget, EV market slowdown
After years of devastating wildfires, droughts, and floods, many North Bay communities banned new gas stations as part of an effort to fight climate change. But the Town of Windsor may be making a U-turn.
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Handmade gifts from East Bay woman's nonprofit give comfort to kids in crisis
For more than 20 years, a Pleasanton woman has provided special handmade gifts of comfort to children in crisis.
Recalling the resiliency of Dick Miyagawa, 1942 SJSU boxing champ after Pearl Harbor
During Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we want to highlight the life and legacy of Japanese American Takayoshi "Dick" Miyagawa.
Bay Area woman talks about impact of scalp cooling during cancer treatment
California lawmakers are considering a bill that would ensure insurance companies cover the cost of scalp cooling technology for cancer patients.
Bay Area teen's ReCap Project targets medical plastic waste for recycling
At the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford University, an incredible collaboration is taking place between a 16-year-old high school student and the medical staff.
New artifacts from 19th-century Monterey Bay Chinese fishing village deepen community connection
Archaeologists are learning more about one of the oldest Chinese villages in California history, which is part of this reporter's own heritage.
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California king salmon returns to San Francisco markets after 3-year shutdown
It's been three years since local commercial fishermen were able to cast their lines off the California coast because of declining numbers. While there is optimism for the future, some experienced fishermen say there are plenty of challenges ahead.
Santa Clara neighborhood shaken after deadly shooting and house fire; second body found
Residents in a quiet Santa Clara neighborhood were searching for answers this weekend after a deadly shooting and suspicious house fire rattled the community Friday afternoon.
Antioch woman dies after being ejected in overnight crash, police say
A 51-year-old Antioch woman died on Saturday after being ejected from a vehicle during an overnight crash, officials said.
Volunteers measure Lake Tahoe area water quality in annual Tahoe Truckee Snapshot Day
A volunteer army of citizen scientists fanned out across the Lake Tahoe area watershed on Saturday morning for the annual Tahoe-Truckee Snapshot Day.
Giants trade Gold Glove catcher Patrick Bailey to Cleveland for pitching prospect, draft pick
The San Francisco Giants have traded Gold Glove catcher Patrick Bailey to the Cleveland Guardians for a left-handed pitching prospect and a 2026 draft pick, the team announced Saturday.
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Cruise ship stricken by hantavirus reaches Canary Islands before planned evacuations
Health officials will begin the complex process of evacuating the passengers and most of the crew, and repatriating them to their respective countries.
WHO director arrives in Canary Islands to oversee hantavirus cruise evacuation
More than 100 people from a cruise ship dealing with an outbreak of the rare and deadly hantavirus are set to be disembarked.
Snack mixes recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
Legionella bacteria cases confirmed at Kaiser Permanente in Santa Clara
A hospital in Santa Clara County is working to find the source of contamination that led to several people being infected by Legionella bacteria.
3 evacuated from hantavirus cruise as Spain says it will dock in Tenerife
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
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Santa Clara neighborhood shaken after deadly shooting and house fire; second body found
Residents in a quiet Santa Clara neighborhood were searching for answers this weekend after a deadly shooting and suspicious house fire rattled the community Friday afternoon.
Oakland police officers injured in 3 violent incidents over 24 hours, including shooting
Three separate incidents involving Oakland police officers unfolded over a 24-hour span this week, including an early Friday morning traffic stop that ended with an officer shooting a suspect after two other officers were dragged by a car.
San Jose parents of Baby Winter convicted of murder in toddler's fentanyl overdose death
A jury convicted a San Jose couple of murder for the 2023 fentanyl overdose death of their 19-month-old daughter, authorities said Friday.
Northern California man accused of forced labor at illegal cannabis grow
A Northern California man was arrested on suspicion of human trafficking, illegal cannabis cultivation and other offenses after a worker reported he was forced to live and work at a cannabis growing site for two years.
Person found fatally shot in Santa Clara neighborhood; house burns near shooting scene
A person was fatally shot in a Santa Clara neighborhood on Friday afternoon at a home doors away from another that later burned in a major fire, authorities said.
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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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Philz Coffee will return Pride flags to cafés in reversal of policy that removed them
Philz Coffee will once again sport the Pride flag at its cafés after a directive to have them and other flags removed created a backlash.
Pride flag to be officially restored at Stonewall National Monument
The Trump administration agreed to restore the Stonewall National Monument's Pride flag in Greenwich Village after it was removed.
Philz Coffee flag policy sparks backlash in San Francisco's Castro District
Philz Coffee's move to remove the Pride flag and all other flags from their stores is brewing up some strong reaction.
Transgender women athletes banned from women's Olympic events
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday.
Trump administration gives San Jose State 10 days to change policy on transgender athletes
The Trump administration has given San Jose State University 10 days to change its policy on transgender athletes or face legal action and possibly lose federal funding.
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Photos: Danny Elfman plays film music, Oingo Boingo hits in Mountain View
It happened several days after Halloween, but composer and former Oingo Boingo frontman Danny Elfman delivered an appropriately macabre set of movie soundtracks and '80s hits for a full house at the Shoreline Amphitheatre.
Photos: Green Day holds massive homecoming bash at Oracle Park
Bay Area pop-punk heroes Green Day brought their current Saviors Tour to Oracle Park in San Francisco Friday for an epic show that also featured alt-rock favorites Smashing Pumpkins and fellow punk acts Rancid and the Linda Lindas.
Photos: All-star quartet Beat revives King Crimson songs in Napa
An all-star group featuring King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin along with guitar giant Steve Vai and Tool drummer Danny Carey played the music from Crimson's '80s albums at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa Friday.
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2024 Jefferson Award winners remembered as Icon Award program launches
In 2025, KPIX is moving to a new community service award: the CBS News Bay Area Icon Award. Submit nominations for an outstanding community hero at kpix.com/icon.
South Bay "Mrs. Claus" brings Christmas joy and more to San Jose families
It's the most wonderful time of the year for a South Bay woman who has played Mrs. Claus for more than 40 years for the children of North San Jose's Alviso District.
Longtime Oakland Hills resident's nonprofit helps promote fire preparedness
For residents of the Oakland Hills, the prospect of another wildfire always remains a concern. This week's Jefferson Awards winner has made it his mission to make the hills and other high-risk areas safer.
East Palo Alto Boys & Girls Clubs provide artistic outlet for teens
In East Palo Alto -- where state education numbers show more than nine in ten public school students are low income and more than half are English learners -- many are finding hope and connection at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula.
85-year-old Army vet continues life of service by feeding San Francisco families
This week's Jefferson Award winner is Army veteran who continues to live a life of service into his 80s, by feeding hundreds of San Francisco families a week.
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East Bay man's bicycle hobby turns into vehicle to help struggling teens excel
A Bay Area man who overcame tremendous obstacles to excel in school has made it his mission to gear up other students for success in the classroom and in life.
North Bay college student charts new life path with support of tight-knit family
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
Student emerges from family tragedy to juggles Cal studies with home 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.