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Watch Live: Blues guitar legend Buddy Guy performs at the Stern Grove Festival
The Stern Grove Festival continues its current season of free concerts at San Francisco's Sigmund Stern Recreation Grove this Sunday, but you don't have to have a ticket to enjoy the music live.
White mom sues Southwest Airlines over "blatant racism"
Mary MacCarthy said she was questioned by police about human trafficking while traveling with her biracial daughter after a Southwest Airlines employee reported them as suspicious.
California lawmakers express 'strong' concern over proposed toll hikes on Bay bridges
At least seven California representatives have expressed "strong" concern over proposed state legislation that would raise tolls on a number of Bay Area bridges, saying this would unfairly impact mostly lower-income residents
Walnut Creek police arrest suspect in connection to multiple rape cases
A 35-year-old Walnut Creek man was arrested Saturday on suspicion of multiple rape cases over the past few years, announced the Walnut Creek Police Department.
Simone Biles dazzles in her return from a 2-year layoff to dominate the US Classic
Simone Biles soared in her return to competition following a two-year layoff.
Oakland considering adding more automated license plate readers in the city
There is a push for more automated license plate readers in Oakland as the city tries to stop freeway shootings and other crimes.
San Francisco Taxi Workers Alliance to protest expansion of driverless cars
The San Francisco Taxi Workers Alliance is planning a protest at the headquarters of the California Public Utilities Commission on Monday against the expansion of autonomous vehicle fleets in the city.
Clayton Fire in East San Jose 97% contained
A stubborn brush fire in the hills east of San Jose, in unincorporated Santa Clara County, is 97 percent contained, Cal Fire said Saturday night.
Musk says his cage fight with Zuckerberg will be streamed on X
Elon Musk says his potential in-person fight with Mark Zuckerberg would be streamed live on his social media site X, formerly known as Twitter.
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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.
Bay Area start-up promises revolutionary 'forever' battery
The Bay Area startup aims to revolutionize the electrical energy sector by accelerating how wind and solar energy are stored. The company's battery is the secret ingredient.
Peninsula 'Eco-gardenista' packs special seeds to help save pollinators
California's extreme weather and warming climate are posing a threat to some of our most vital creatures, bees and other wild pollinators critical to our fruit and vegetable crops.
Drones used to track vegetation fires in East Bay Hills before they become wildfires
The Alameda County Fire Department is using drone technology to gain an edge in combating wildfires in challenging terrain.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
California's Yurok Tribe reclaiming lost lives with old tribal values, spiritual healing
As the Yurok Tribe takes bold steps to address the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women, it's also using centuries-old tribal values as building blocks of a new tribal justice system.
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Annual Dog Surfing Championships held in Pacifica
The annual competition helped raise money for local charities as well.
Oakland looking to install more automated license plate readers
There is a push for more automated license plate readers in Oakland as the city tries to stop freeway shootings and other crimes, but not everyone supports the idea.
PIX Now Morning Edition 8-6-23
CBS News Bay Area evening edition headlines for Sunday Aug. 6, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
PIX Now Evening Edition 8-5-23
CBS News Bay Area evening edition headlines for Saturday Aug. 5, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
Oakland gets community input in search for new police chief
The search is on for a new Oakland police chief six months after LaRonne Armstrong was fired. John Ramos reports. (8-5-23)
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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
FDA urged to investigate PRIME energy drink
New York Senator Chuck Schumer is asking the FDA to probe the energy drink, which has more than double the amount of caffeine as a can of Red Bull. Leah Groppo, clinical dietitian with Stanford Health Care, discusses the potential side effects for children and teens of consuming too much caffeine, as well as the potential long-term effects. Read more here
FDA approves first over-the-counter birth control pill
Dr. Andrea Henkel, Clinical Assistant Professor in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Stanford Medicine Children's Health, explains how Opill compares to other birth control pills that are available by prescription
Diabetes cases projected to surpass 1 billion by 2050
A new study published in the Lancet finds 1.3 billion people worldwide will likely have diabetes by the year 2050. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Dr. Malathi Srinivasan, Clinical Professor of Medicine at Stanford, about the main factors behind this projected spike, and what steps we can take to reduce our risk of getting diabetes
Plan to develop cancer center for veterans
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, many veterans may face an increased risk of cancer due to their military experience. Now, Stanford Medicine and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs are working together in the hope of developing a comprehensive cancer center on the VA Palo Alto campus. Dr. Michael Kozal, Chief of Staff at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System, talks about the proposed center, and the importance of establishing a center like this
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Watch Live: Blues guitar legend Buddy Guy performs at the Stern Grove Festival
The Stern Grove Festival continues its current season of free concerts at San Francisco's Sigmund Stern Recreation Grove this Sunday, but you don't have to have a ticket to enjoy the music live.
California lawmakers express 'strong' concern over proposed toll hikes on Bay bridges
At least seven California representatives have expressed "strong" concern over proposed state legislation that would raise tolls on a number of Bay Area bridges, saying this would unfairly impact mostly lower-income residents
San Francisco Taxi Workers Alliance to protest expansion of driverless cars
The San Francisco Taxi Workers Alliance is planning a protest at the headquarters of the California Public Utilities Commission on Monday against the expansion of autonomous vehicle fleets in the city.
Mother keeps watch on homeless son from San Francisco church where she works
A mother who works at and attends Emanuel Church of God in Christ in San Francisco tells a heartbreaking tale of seeing her son living on the streets in the shadow of her house of worship.
BART grapples with the opioid crisis as overdose deaths in system hit new high
The Bay Area's drug crisis is increasingly landing on the region's largest transit system as users ride BART to San Francisco to buy cheap drugs in the Tenderloin.
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California lawmakers express 'strong' concern over proposed toll hikes on Bay bridges
At least seven California representatives have expressed "strong" concern over proposed state legislation that would raise tolls on a number of Bay Area bridges, saying this would unfairly impact mostly lower-income residents
Walnut Creek police arrest suspect in connection to multiple rape cases
A 35-year-old Walnut Creek man was arrested Saturday on suspicion of multiple rape cases over the past few years, announced the Walnut Creek Police Department.
Oakland considering adding more automated license plate readers in the city
There is a push for more automated license plate readers in Oakland as the city tries to stop freeway shootings and other crimes.
Oakland seeks community input as search for new police chief begins
It has been six months since Oakland police chief LaRonne Armstrong was fired and the police commission is just beginning the process of finding his permanent replacement.
Legionnaires' disease deaths possibly linked to a spa in Richmond
Contra Costa Health said two people who died from Legionnaires' disease may have contracted the illness from a spa in Richmond.
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Clayton Fire in East San Jose 97% contained
A stubborn brush fire in the hills east of San Jose, in unincorporated Santa Clara County, is 97 percent contained, Cal Fire said Saturday night.
Homicide investigation: Grandmother, grandson found dead inside San Jose home
The deaths of two people found inside a San Jose home Friday afternoon are being investigated as homicides, according to police.
Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office denies forcibly removing arrested woman's hijab
The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office denied Saturday that one of its deputies forcibly removed the hijab of a Muslim woman who was arrested and booked in a Milpitas correctional facility.
Palo Alto fixture Mike's Diner Bar faces sudden threat of eviction
A Palo Alto restaurant that's been a longtime mainstay in the community is suddenly facing permanent closure.
Saratoga teenager Katherine Schneider missing for nearly a month; Sheriff's office seeks help
A teenage girl from Saratoga has been missing for nearly a month and authorities are seeking the public's help in finding her.
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Foster City switching to nonlethal means to manage its Canada geese population
Marin County nonprofit In Defense of Animals said this week that it is giving its "Happy Honk" award to Foster City officials for deciding to use nonlethal means to manage the Canada geese population in the area.
Mountain lion spotted in Yountville in latest sighting
A mountain lion was spotted in Yountville on Friday morning, the town advised its residents.
North Bay counties announce beach cleaning initiative
In an effort to preserve the natural beauty of California's coastline, the counties of Marin, Sonoma and Mendocino counties launched an initiative to tackle beach litter.
Victim in fatal 4-vehicle collision on Hwy 116 identified as 63-year-old Sebastopol man
More details have been released by the California Highway Patrol about a fatal four-vehicle collision on state Highway 116 in Sonoma County on Tuesday evening.
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.
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First Alert Weather Saturday night forecast 8-5-23
Meteorologist Darren Peck says a bump in inland temperatures won't last long.
First Alert Weather Friday night forecast 8-4-23
Chief meteorologist Paul Heggen says the inland heat wave this weekend will be short-lived. (8-4-23)
Warm weekend ahead for inland parts of the greater Bay Area
A moderate weekend warming trend is coming to the Bay Area, bringing temperatures up to the low 100s for many inland areas and slightly increasing fire and health risks.
Friday morning First Alert Weather forecast
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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.
LGBTQ+ Pride revelers flash feathers and flags in the streets from New York to San Francisco
LGBTQ+ revelers and allies are partying coast to coast for the premiere weekend of Pride Month.
San Francisco buzzes with festivities on eve of Pride Parade
The night before San Francisco's signature Pride Parade takes over Market Street, the city was buzzing with vibrant celebrations from the Castro to downtown.
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Palo Alto fixture Mike's Diner Bar faces sudden threat of eviction
A Palo Alto restaurant that's been a longtime mainstay in the community is suddenly facing permanent closure.
Extensions to Monterey historical walking path to include POC perspectives
Cultural and historical groups in Monterey are inviting the public to take part in the planning of two proposed extensions to the city's historical walking path.
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 resident says slow 911 response raising safety concerns for residents
Dozens of neighborhoods in Oakland are holding block parties Tuesday night for National Night Out, which happens on August 1st every year. It's a national "community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships", according to the National Night Out website.
Audio repellent in Fairfield parks called a headache by neighbors
A high-pitched problem for Fairfield neighbors has young people annoyed and parents confused. It's the result of an audio repellent known as The Mosquito, a device that utilizes high-frequency sound detected by youths under 25.
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Watch Live: Blues guitar legend Buddy Guy performs at the Stern Grove Festival
The Stern Grove Festival continues its current season of free concerts at San Francisco's Sigmund Stern Recreation Grove this Sunday, but you don't have to have a ticket to enjoy the music live.
White mom sues Southwest Airlines over "blatant racism"
Mary MacCarthy said she was questioned by police about human trafficking while traveling with her biracial daughter after a Southwest Airlines employee reported them as suspicious.
California lawmakers express 'strong' concern over proposed toll hikes on Bay bridges
At least seven California representatives have expressed "strong" concern over proposed state legislation that would raise tolls on a number of Bay Area bridges, saying this would unfairly impact mostly lower-income residents
Walnut Creek police arrest suspect in connection to multiple rape cases
A 35-year-old Walnut Creek man was arrested Saturday on suspicion of multiple rape cases over the past few years, announced the Walnut Creek Police Department.
Simone Biles dazzles in her return from a 2-year layoff to dominate the US Classic
Simone Biles soared in her return to competition following a two-year layoff.
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FDA approves pill to treat postpartum depression
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday announced that it has approved the drug Zurzuvae as the first pill specifically designed to treat postpartum depression. Roxana Saberi has more.
Valley fever is on the rise, and climate change may help the fungus spread
More than 500,000 Americans could be sickened annually by the fungus that causes Valley fever.
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.
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.
Thousands of birth control pills recalled, may be ineffective, FDA warns
Testing revealed some lots of the Tydemy birth control tablets did not have enough of a key ingredient.
Bay Area Crime
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Walnut Creek police arrest suspect in connection to multiple rape cases
A 35-year-old Walnut Creek man was arrested Saturday on suspicion of multiple rape cases over the past few years, announced the Walnut Creek Police Department.
Oakland considering adding more automated license plate readers in the city
There is a push for more automated license plate readers in Oakland as the city tries to stop freeway shootings and other crimes.
Homicide investigation: Grandmother, grandson found dead inside San Jose home
The deaths of two people found inside a San Jose home Friday afternoon are being investigated as homicides, according to police.
BART grapples with the opioid crisis as overdose deaths in system hit new high
The Bay Area's drug crisis is increasingly landing on the region's largest transit system as users ride BART to San Francisco to buy cheap drugs in the Tenderloin.
Feds trawl crypto markets to hook fentanyl kingpins
The Biden administration has intensified its focus on tracing cryptocurrency payments that some of the most dangerous Mexican drug cartels use to buy fentanyl ingredients from Chinese chemical companies.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
LGBTQ+ Pride revelers flash feathers and flags in the streets from New York to San Francisco
LGBTQ+ revelers and allies are partying coast to coast for the premiere weekend of Pride Month.
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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.
Photos: Indie-rock favorites the Yeah Yeah Yeahs pack UC Berkeley's Greek Theatre
Veteran indie rockers the Yeah Yeah Yeahs brought their current tour promoting the band's latest album 'Cool It Down' to the Greek Theatre in Berkeley Saturday night.
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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.
North Bay teen uses soccer juggling skills to raise money for pediatric cancer patients
This week's Jefferson Award winner is a North Bay college student who has spent more than half her life raising money for pediatric cancer patients.
San Francisco teacher builds community by nurturing ESL students
This week's Jefferson Award winner is a retired San Francisco teacher who has been making a difference among the nearly one in five California public school students who are learning English as a second language.
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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.
Leaning on past experiences, Oakland scholar leads the way for workers' rights
Sharit Cárdenas López spent their childhood watching their mother struggle to support a family on less than what many of us spend on luxuries every year.