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Alternate S.F. Tenderloin walking tour focuses on the positive
A walking tour focused on the blight of San Francisco's Tenderloin District fizzled Saturday but something good replaced it.
2 stabbed, suspect at large following melee at Santa Clara In-N-Out
Two people were stabbed during a melee at a fast food restaurant in Santa Clara Friday night and the suspect is still being sought.
South Bay historian recalls 'Hitchcock blonde' Kim Novak during filming of 'Vertigo'
A Bay Area historian recalls what it was like seeing Kim Novak and Alfred Hitchcock at work during the filming of Vertigo 65 years ago.
Chicago White Sox beat Oakland A's 6-2 a day after shooting
The Chicago White Sox beat the Oakland Athletics 6-2 on Saturday night
Braves roll over Giants 7-3
The Atlanta Braves kept rolling with a 7-3 win over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday.
3 killed in racially-motivated shooting at Jacksonville store, sheriff says
The suspect was described as a White man in his early 20s. All the victims were Black, authorities said.
Tech company CEO sentenced to 2 years in prison for conspiracy, tax violation charges
A CEO of four technology and IT companies in the Bay Area was sentenced to two years in prison for conspiracy to commit bank fraud and failure to pay over $2 million in employment taxes, federal prosecutors said Friday.
49ers' investment in Trey Lance backfires but it hasn't destroyed the franchise
Few teams have ever cut ties with a highly drafted quarterback as quickly as San Francisco did with Trey Lance, trading him for a pittance before the start of his third season.
Benicia police chief announces retirement after 30 years with the force
Benicia Police Chief Mike Greene on Thursday announced his retirement after 30 years in law enforcement.
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Community scientists reveal the hidden powers of sea otters
Twice a month, community scientists in Santa Cruz and Monterey counties -- all trained volunteers -- head out to Elkhorn Slough, a 7-mile arm of Monterey Bay to observe sea otters.
Farmer shows path forward as California composting law goes into effect
A new Bay Area report finds that California is falling short when it comes to reducing the amount of green waste that's going into landfill.
More people feel the heat of climate change as July shatters temperature records
From devastating wildfires, blistering heat and warming oceans, July 2023 was brutally hot and one for the record books.
UCSF doctors leading way on eliminating climate-harmful general anesthesia gas use
Doctors in San Francisco are at the forefront of a movement to replace the drugs used for general anesthesia, which have been determined to be contributing to our climate change crisis.
California university protects treasured landscapes by adapting to warmer temperatures
Gardeners will likely have to adapt to prolonged, warmer weather in the future but they aren't alone as UC Davis is also transitioning their landscape to a climate-ready one, even offering some tips along the way.
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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.
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.
Banko Brown's father speaks out about his killing; 'Like an old lynching'
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.
Long-lost photos of Japanese Americans provide poignant glimpse into NorCal history
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.
Dark moments on Golden Gate Bridge led to life transforming medical procedure
You never know what life is going to throw in your path. Just ask Debbie Menzies.
Exclusive: Antioch Police Chief Steven Ford on racist text scandal, troubled department
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.
Exclusive: Former SF Fire Commissioner Don Carmignani talks for first time about Marina District assault
Former SF Fire Commissioner Don Carmignani was beaten with a metal rod and suffered severe head injuries, including a fractured skull, in an attack near his family's Marina District home.
'Our children deserve to be found'; The painful legacy of Native American boarding schools
It is a haunting chapter in American and California history: a school system that's created to isolate Indigenous children, and take away everything they know - including their birth names.
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PIX Now Evening Edition 8-26-23
CBS News Bay Area evening edition headlines for Saturday Aug. 26, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
S.F. Tenderloin walking tour emphasizes positives in troubled neighborhood
A walking tour focused on the blight of San Francisco's Tenderloin District fizzled Saturday but something good replaced it. John Ramos reports. (8-26-23)
Frustrated by crime, Oakland residents demand solutions from D.A. Pamela Price
The subject of crime brought people to a town hall meeting with Alameda County district attorney Pamela Price. Da Lin reports. (8-6-23)
3 dead after Mercedes-Benz runs light, hits Uber in South LA
Rick Montanez reports from South Los Angeles, where three people were killed when the driver of a Mercedes-Benz ran a red light and struck an Uber with passengers early Saturday morning.
TV game show icon and animal rights advocate Bob Barker dies at 99
Dapper game show host Bob Barker has died at his home in Los Angeles. Barker was 99. Devin Fehely reports. (8-26-23)
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Flu, Covid and RSV: Preventing another 'Tripledemic'
As summer nears its end and the school year begins, it's a good time to think about getting those fall vaccinations against viruses that circulate in colder weather. A so-called 'Tripledemic' of Covid-19, the flu and RSV spread throughout the country last winter. To prevent a repeat, health officials are encouraging everyone to get vaccinated against Covid-19 and the flu, and now there are new protections against RSV. CBS News Bay Area's Ryan Yamamoto asks Dr. Jorge Salinas, infectious diseases specialist at Stanford Health Care, about the recommended vaccines
Artificial intelligence: Ownership, rights, and a 'Napster Moment'
AI has been a hot button issue lately and a central issue in the Hollywood writers strike. CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks global strategist Professor Olaf Groth, PhD, from UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business and CEO of Cambrian.ai. about the challenges over potential rules and regulations. Groth also discusses how Intel's $5.4 billion chip deal fell apart, how things appear to be looking up for SpaceX in terms of finances, and the future of driverless cars in San Francisco
FDA approves first pill for postpartum depression
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks Danielle Panelli, OB/GYN at Stanford Health Care about zuranolone, the first pill approved by the FDA for postpartum depression, how it works, and about any possible side effects
Tobacco's deadly impact
The World Health Organization released a study highlighting the ongoing deadly impact of tobacco use. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Dr. Judith Prochaska, Professor of Medicine at Stanford Health Care, why tobacco is so deadly, and the impacts of secondhand smoke
West Nile Virus detected in Bay Area
Mosquitos infected with West Nile Virus have been found in Santa Clara County. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto speaks with Dr. Desiree LaBeaud, Professor of Pediatrics at Stanford, about signs and symptoms to watch out for.
RSV drug for infants gets FDA approval
The FDA has given the green light to the single-injection Beyfortus, saying it can prevent RSV in children up to 24 months old for an entire season. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Dr. Yvonne Maldonado, epidemiologist and infectious disease specialist at Stanford Health Care, about how it works, and how safe it is
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Alternate S.F. Tenderloin walking tour focuses on the positive
A walking tour focused on the blight of San Francisco's Tenderloin District fizzled Saturday but something good replaced it.
Tech company CEO sentenced to 2 years in prison for conspiracy, tax violation charges
A CEO of four technology and IT companies in the Bay Area was sentenced to two years in prison for conspiracy to commit bank fraud and failure to pay over $2 million in employment taxes, federal prosecutors said Friday.
Update: SFMTA works on intersection after 4-year-old girl killed by driver
SFMTA construction crews began making improvements Friday to an intersection where a 4-year-old girl was fatally struck by a driver over a week ago.
San Francisco's Civic Center hosts carnival with rides and games through Sunday
A Civic Center Carnival in San Francisco, featuring games and rides for four days, kicked off Thursday afternoon.
Suspected drug-dealing mom arrested in SF Tenderloin District with toddler in tow
A young mother driving with her toddler in tow was arrested in San Francisco for allegedly selling drugs in the city's Tenderloin District, police said Friday.
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CHP: Teen surrenders after cross-bay chase in stolen car
A high-speed pursuit Friday afternoon found CHP following a fleeing suspect from the East Bay to San Francisco and back, with the search continuing on foot in Richmond.
ACLU holds community meeting on Vallejo police misconduct
Passions flared at a community meeting in Vallejo held by the American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California on Thursday evening, as the organization asked residents how they can better represent them against a police department plagued with scandal and violence.
Martinez PD identifies officers in fatal shooting of unarmed man; Family files lawsuit
The Martinez Police Department has released the names of four officers involved in a fatal shooting of an unarmed person after they responded to a burglar alarm at a cannabis dispensary last week, while the victim's family said it was filing a civil rights lawsuit against the department.
Contra Costa DA concedes racial bias involved in Antioch gang case
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office this week filed a motion conceding that racial bias was involved when Antioch police arrested four men in 2021 for two alleged gang-related murders.
Orinda police SUV slams through wall of Wells Fargo location
In the East Bay, authorities are investigating an overnight crash involving an Orinda police cruiser that slammed into a Wells Fargo branch late Thursday evening.
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2 stabbed, suspect at large following melee at Santa Clara In-N-Out
Two people were stabbed during a melee at a fast food restaurant in Santa Clara Friday night and the suspect is still being sought.
South Bay historian recalls 'Hitchcock blonde' Kim Novak during filming of 'Vertigo'
A Bay Area historian recalls what it was like seeing Kim Novak and Alfred Hitchcock at work during the filming of Vertigo 65 years ago.
Niners lose final preseason game, but fans optimistic about season
The final preseason game against the LA Chargers at Levi's Stadium did not go the way of Niner's fans. Still, that didn't dampen their outlook for the season ahead.
Update: Suspect arrested in brutal San Jose stabbing of grandmother, 6-year-old nephew
Police in San Jose on Friday confirmed the recent arrest of a suspect accused of fatally stabbing of his 71-year-old grandmother and his 6-year-old nephew earlier this month.
Early Apple-1 computer signed by Steve Wozniak sells at auction for $223,000
One of the first personal computers built by Apple and signed by company co-founder Steve Wozniak has sold at auction for more than $223,000.
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Benicia police chief announces retirement after 30 years with the force
Benicia Police Chief Mike Greene on Thursday announced his retirement after 30 years in law enforcement.
At least one dead after vehicle overturns into marsh in Solano County, CHP says
At least one person died after a vehicle overturned into a marsh in Solano County early Saturday morning, the California Highway Patrol said.
91-year-old Novato woman missing for over a week
Police in Novato are hoping the public can help them locate a 91-year-old woman who has been missing for nine days.
2 Santa Rosa man arrested in attempted murder, robbery case
Two Santa Rosa men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and robbery in connection with a shooting last month, police said.
3.9 magnitude earthquake strikes Sonoma County near The Geysers
A small earthquake shook a portion of the North Bay Friday morning.
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First Alert Weather Saturday night forecast 8-26-23
Meteorologist Darren Peck has the Bay Area microclimate forecast.
First Alert Weather Friday night forecast 8-25-23
Chief meteorologist Paul Heggen has the weekend forecast from Levi's Stadium.
Friday morning First Alert Weather forecast
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First Alert Weather Thursday night forecast 8-24-23
Chief meteorologist Paul Heggen has the weekend microclimate forecast.
Bay Area Pride
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East Bay retirement community serves as LGBT senior mecca
While the Bay Area is known worldwide for its place in LGBTQ history, the popularity of one Walnut Creek retirement home could come as a surprise.
San Ramon Valley school board passes LGBTQ+, Pride flag resolutions unanimously
Tensions rose at the first San Ramon Valley Unified School District Board of Education meeting of the 2023-24 school year on Tuesday as members of the public debated the display of Pride flags on school campuses.
Activists outraged as anti-LGBTQ Santa Rosa church receives state grant
North Bay activists are furious after learning that a controversial local church known for its anti-LGBTQ stance will be receiving money from a state grant to protect the church from hate crimes.
Padilla announces plans for Senate mental health caucus
U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla came Wednesday to the San Francisco LGBT Center to announce plans to launch a Senate mental health caucus.
Post-parade S.F. Pride revelers pack Castro District watering holes
After a day of Pride festivities, thousands descended on San Francisco's Castro neighborhood to celebrate what is traditionally the busiest weekend of the year for the community.
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ACLU holds community meeting on Vallejo police misconduct
Passions flared at a community meeting in Vallejo held by the American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California on Thursday evening, as the organization asked residents how they can better represent them against a police department plagued with scandal and violence.
Contra Costa DA concedes racial bias involved in Antioch gang case
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office this week filed a motion conceding that racial bias was involved when Antioch police arrested four men in 2021 for two alleged gang-related murders.
Upgrades approved for Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Building
A series of upgrades to the Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Building were approved Tuesday by the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors, including the installation of air conditioning.
Federal appeals court to hold hearing on SF homeless sweeps
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals will host a hearing Wednesday on whether to uphold a court order that bars the city of San Francisco from clearing tent encampments.
Palo Alto city council to greatly expand eviction protections
The Palo Alto City Council is expected to officially adopt a just-cause eviction ordinance that would greatly expand renter protections in the city far beyond what it now required by state law.
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Alternate S.F. Tenderloin walking tour focuses on the positive
A walking tour focused on the blight of San Francisco's Tenderloin District fizzled Saturday but something good replaced it.
2 stabbed, suspect at large following melee at Santa Clara In-N-Out
Two people were stabbed during a melee at a fast food restaurant in Santa Clara Friday night and the suspect is still being sought.
South Bay historian recalls 'Hitchcock blonde' Kim Novak during filming of 'Vertigo'
A Bay Area historian recalls what it was like seeing Kim Novak and Alfred Hitchcock at work during the filming of Vertigo 65 years ago.
3 killed in racially-motivated shooting at Jacksonville store, sheriff says
The suspect was described as a White man in his early 20s. All the victims were Black, authorities said.
Tech company CEO sentenced to 2 years in prison for conspiracy, tax violation charges
A CEO of four technology and IT companies in the Bay Area was sentenced to two years in prison for conspiracy to commit bank fraud and failure to pay over $2 million in employment taxes, federal prosecutors said Friday.
Health
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Sonoma County zeroing in on pathogen responsible for "Tough Mudder" illnesses
Authorities in Sonoma County are investigating the cause of illnesses associated with last weekend's Tough Mudder event, which took place at Sonoma Raceway and involved a muddy obstacle course.
Gov. Newsom announces distressed hospital loan program
California will provide close to $300 million in loans to 17 hospitals in the state including some in the Bay Area, Gov. Newsom announced Thursday.
Here's what experts say to know about new COVID variant BA.2.86
Officials say testing should still work for the new COVID variant.
As COVID flares, some schools and businesses reinstate mask mandates
In some places, the emergence of new COVID-19 variants is spurring the return of mask requirements and other safety measures.
FDA says to stop using 2 eye drop products, citing serious health risks
Using eye drops contaminated with bacteria can lead to a "life-threatening infection," FDA warns.
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2 stabbed, suspect at large following melee at Santa Clara In-N-Out
Two people were stabbed during a melee at a fast food restaurant in Santa Clara Friday night and the suspect is still being sought.
Tech company CEO sentenced to 2 years in prison for conspiracy, tax violation charges
A CEO of four technology and IT companies in the Bay Area was sentenced to two years in prison for conspiracy to commit bank fraud and failure to pay over $2 million in employment taxes, federal prosecutors said Friday.
CHP: Teen surrenders after cross-bay chase in stolen car
A high-speed pursuit Friday afternoon found CHP following a fleeing suspect from the East Bay to San Francisco and back, with the search continuing on foot in Richmond.
2 women hurt after shooting at Guaranteed Rate Field during Sox game
Fans who were inside the stadium shared photos of what appeared to be detectives focusing in on a section of the bleachers, but fans who spoke to CBS 2 said they didn't hear any gunshots or notice any kind of disturbance or panic.
Update: Suspect arrested in brutal San Jose stabbing of grandmother, 6-year-old nephew
Police in San Jose on Friday confirmed the recent arrest of a suspect accused of fatally stabbing of his 71-year-old grandmother and his 6-year-old nephew earlier this month.
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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.
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.
Banko Brown's father speaks out about his killing; 'Like an old lynching'
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.
Long-lost photos of Japanese Americans provide poignant glimpse into NorCal history
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.
LGBTQ+
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East Bay retirement community serves as LGBT senior mecca
While the Bay Area is known worldwide for its place in LGBTQ history, the popularity of one Walnut Creek retirement home could come as a surprise.
San Ramon Valley school board passes LGBTQ+, Pride flag resolutions unanimously
Tensions rose at the first San Ramon Valley Unified School District Board of Education meeting of the 2023-24 school year on Tuesday as members of the public debated the display of Pride flags on school campuses.
Activists outraged as anti-LGBTQ Santa Rosa church receives state grant
North Bay activists are furious after learning that a controversial local church known for its anti-LGBTQ stance will be receiving money from a state grant to protect the church from hate crimes.
Supreme Court ends term with major decisions on student loans, LGBTQ+ rights
The U.S. Supreme Court closed out its term with two crucial decisions, striking down President Joe Biden's student loan relief program and siding with a web designer who refuses to work with LGBTQ couples. Natalie Brand reports. (6/30/23)
Padilla announces plans for Senate mental health caucus
U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla came Wednesday to the San Francisco LGBT Center to announce plans to launch a Senate mental health caucus.
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Photos: Blues guitar giant Buddy Guy delivers explosive set at Stern Grove
87-year-old Chicago blues legend Buddy Guy brought his farewell tour to San Francisco Sunday, delivering a scorching set on an unusually warm afternoon at Stern Grove.
Photos: Taylor Swift dazzles packed house at Levi's Stadium with marathon show
The Taylor Swift Eras Tour landed in Santa Clara for the first of two concerts Friday night and did not disappoint the massive crowd of Swifties gathered as the songwriter powered through an epic 45-song set.
Photos: Swifties descend on Levi's Stadium for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour
Tens of thousands of Taylor Swift fans came together Friday for the first of two Bay Area concerts of the pop megastar's Eras Tour, making for a festive atmosphere outside Levi's Stadium.
Photos: San Francisco Symphony teams with jazz-funk band Lettuce at Stern Grove
The Stern Grove Festival continued this past Sunday with the San Francisco Symphony adding a twist to its annual performance, collaborating with guest artist Lettuce.
Photos: Beatles great Ringo Starr brings All-Starr Band to Masonic
Legendary Beatles drummer Ringo Starr brought his All-Starr Band featuring Toto guitarist Steve Lukather, multi-instrumentalist Edgar Winter and more to the Masonic in San Francisco Sunday.
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Inspired by her grandmother, woman helping single mothers in California
The nonprofit helps single mothers throughout California with necessities for their families.
Nonprofit providing free recycled crayons to children's hospitals expands operations
A Danville man who was a 2016 Jefferson Award winner says his nonprofit has kept 55 million crayons from ending up in landfills.
Physical therapist giving Parkinson's patients newfound confidence
Nearly one million Americans are living with Parkinson's disease and the Parkinson's Foundation expects that number to grow by 20% in seven years. A North Bay physical therapist is giving patients hope in slowing the progression of the disease.
Oakland woman's fight against racial profiling growing in Bay Area, outside of California
Shikira Porter and her neighbors sparked a new conversation about safety after joining NextDoor several years ago.
Oakland native's nonprofit helping children who struggle reading at grade level
An Oakland native is raising literacy rates in Oakland public schools where standardized tests show only about a third of students are reading at grade level.
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San Francisco teacher set to begin 42nd year teaching kindergarten
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.
Santa Clara woman goes from the family donut shop to law school
KPIX is relaunching our Students Rising Above series with a profile of a young woman who went from working in her family's donut shop to UC Hastings.
Morehouse College student from SF takes stock of accomplishments and road ahead
Isreal Laviene holds a very special place with us at KPIX 5. In early 2021, we helped connect him to his dream school, Morehouse College in Atlanta.
Travel abroad helps Oakland student realize his own potential
Many of us dream big about life, jobs and travel. Robert Green is living those dreams and more.
Medical student yearning to give back to community that helped shape her
Giving back to others should be a priority for all of us. It is for Jennifer Juarez Yoc, who looks to faith and family as inspiration to serve others.