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Meta and YouTube found liable on all charges in social media trial
The verdict, which caps a weeks-long trial in Los Angeles, could set a legal precedent for similar allegations brought against social media companies.
Co-owner of San Jose daycare found guilty in drowning deaths of 2 toddlers
The co-owner of a San Jose daycare has been found guilty of felony child endangerment following the 2023 drowning deaths of two toddlers in her care, prosecutors said.
San Francisco Giants fans welcomed back with opening night attractions
While fans came to see the game and some of the new players on the Giants roster, there was a lot more to see at Oracle Park. From the national anthem with a drone show and a flyover, to all the concessions at the ballpark.
Critics say San Francisco police may have improperly assisted ICE during SFO detainment
An attorney who helped write San Francisco's sanctuary policies and state laws limiting local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement says she believes the video shows officers actively helping ICE.
Yankees top Giants 7-0 as robot umpire debuts
Aaron Judge went hitless on opening day for the first time and struck out four times for the first time since September 2024, but the New York Yankees still produced plenty of offense and beat San Francisco 7-0 in the debut of Giants manager Tony Vitello as the major league season began.
Emeryville celebrates opening of affordable housing complex
The Nellie Hannon Gateway building is a new affordable housing high-rise, and at a ribbon-cutting ceremony, Emeryville Mayor Sukhdeep Kaur said it was a long time coming.
"McCovey Cove Dave" starting his 22nd Giants season swooping on Splash Hits
Every Splash Hit into McCovey Cove next to Oracle Park in San Francisco has a story, and Dave Edlund likely knows them all.
Santa Clara PD ask for help investigating after body found in San Tomas Aquino Creek
The investigation began on Feb. 14 when police found a body face down in San Tomas Aquino Creek, south of Tasman Drive, after being called to the area. Police said the man had last been seen on the night of Feb. 8, near Pruneridge Avenue and Lawrence Expressway.
San Jose man arrested for allegedly fatally shooting his wife inside their home
A San Jose man was arrested after fatally shooting his wife inside their home last week, police said on Wednesday.
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CBS California to host live Governor's Debate with top candidates
Just months remain until the California gubernatorial election, and CBS California is teaming up with local organizations for a live debate with the race's top candidates.
Eric Swalwell's landlord says he lives in California after Tom Steyer questioned his eligibility to run for governor
Rep. Eric Swalwell's landlord submitted a sworn declaration that he lives at her California property after rival gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer questioned his residency and eligibility to run for governor, CBS News California has exclusively learned.
California Democrats clash as party chair urges weaker governor candidates to drop out
California Democrats are showing signs of division as the race to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom grows increasingly crowded ahead of the June primary.
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Deep fake demonstration shows sophistication of AI editing tools scammers use to commit identity theft
During a demonstration, cybersecurity experts showed how readily available apps can transform a person's appearance in real time to create a deep fake.
California is holding $15 billion in unclaimed property. Other states automatically return the money.
CBS News California Investigates found that food banks, children's hospitals and charities are owed thousands of dollars sitting in the state's unclaimed property system, while other states automatically send checks to return the money.
Hundreds of California business registrations may be fraudulent, investigation finds
Identity theft experts say criminals are creating fake business entities by targeting a specific population: legal immigrants.
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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.
Court denies appeal to stop Riverside County Sheriff's election probe
A California sheriff running for governor has seized more than half a million ballots cast in a November special election from county election officials, saying he's investigating a ballot count discrepancy.
Critics say San Francisco police may have improperly assisted ICE during SFO detainment
An attorney who helped write San Francisco's sanctuary policies and state laws limiting local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement says she believes the video shows officers actively helping ICE.
Judge calls Pentagon's moves against AI firm Anthropic "troubling"
A judge sharply questioned a lawyer for the federal government on Tuesday over the Pentagon's efforts to cut Anthropic's AI out of its classified systems.
U.S. expected to deploy troops from 82nd Airborne to Middle East for Iran war
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
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Yankees top Giants 7-0 as robot umpire debuts
Aaron Judge went hitless on opening day for the first time and struck out four times for the first time since September 2024, but the New York Yankees still produced plenty of offense and beat San Francisco 7-0 in the debut of Giants manager Tony Vitello as the major league season began.
"McCovey Cove Dave" starting his 22nd Giants season swooping on Splash Hits
Every Splash Hit into McCovey Cove next to Oracle Park in San Francisco has a story, and Dave Edlund likely knows them all.
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.
Giants end troublesome streak of 19 straight Opening Days with different left fielder
Wednesday's baseball Opening Night marks the end of a somewhat embarrassing streak by the San Francisco Giants.
Kickoff officially set for 49ers vs. Rams 2026 season opener in Australia
The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams will begin their upcoming season in the National Football League's first regular-season game in Australia, league officials said.
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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.
New research finds whale communication more complex than originally thought
Groundbreaking research is revealing that communication among whales is far more complex and sophisticated than previously believed.
Santa Cruz marine scientists team up with special effects team for virtual blue whale exhibit
Step inside the Seymour Marine Research Center at the University of California at Santa Cruz and be prepared to be "swallowed up" by a whale of a tale.
Community unites to sustainably restore Santa Cruz's iconic blue whale skeleton
From the California coast, you can see a lot of surfers. It's not so easy to see a blue whale. However, at UC Santa Cruz, you can walk right up to a legendary blue whale, or at least its skeleton.
Beloved blue whale skeleton at UC Santa Cruz gets high-tech restoration
A chance encounter at the University of California, Santa Cruz, has led to the restoration of a long-time, massive display of a blue whale skeleton display at the university.
Native plants and critters at San Francisco's Presidio get a new corridor toward the future
Volunteers have reached another milestone in their effort to re-establish native plants and animal species at the Presidio of San Francisco.
First Alert Weather
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Wednesday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 3/25/26
Expect the cooling trend to continue Wednesday, with highs ranging from the 60s along the coast, to the upper 70s and low 80s inland. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Tuesday evening First Alert Weather forecast 3/24/26
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz says a cooldown is coming, along with chances of rain.
Tuesday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 3/24/26
On Tuesday, expect dry conditions and highs ranging from the 60s along the coast to the low 80s inland. The cooling trend is expected to continue this week, with a wet weather pattern possibly returning to start April. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
First Alert Weather Monday evening forecast 3-23-26
with Paul Heggen.
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Nonprofit says its struggling to help vulnerable SF senior population with meals
Lauren Toms reports on how the city's budget cuts affected the city's senior population.
San Francisco Giants fans welcomed back with opening night attractions
Andrea Nakano reports on the Giants' home opener.
San Jose businesses expecting big crowds thanks to March Madness games at SAP Center
Devin Fehely reports on events in San Jose.
East Bay woman's nonprofit uses pickleball to help battle Parkinson's disease
A woman who lost her husband to Parkinson's disease is using the sport of pickleball to help find a cure. Sharon Chin reports.
Emeryville holds ribbon cutting for affordable housing complex
John Ramos reports on the opening of the Nellie Hannon Gateway Apartments.
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San Francisco Giants fans welcomed back with opening night attractions
While fans came to see the game and some of the new players on the Giants roster, there was a lot more to see at Oracle Park. From the national anthem with a drone show and a flyover, to all the concessions at the ballpark.
Yankees top Giants 7-0 as robot umpire debuts
Aaron Judge went hitless on opening day for the first time and struck out four times for the first time since September 2024, but the New York Yankees still produced plenty of offense and beat San Francisco 7-0 in the debut of Giants manager Tony Vitello as the major league season began.
"McCovey Cove Dave" starting his 22nd Giants season swooping on Splash Hits
Every Splash Hit into McCovey Cove next to Oracle Park in San Francisco has a story, and Dave Edlund likely knows them all.
Shooting reported in Redwood City; police seen searching neighborhood
A shooting was reported in a Redwood City neighborhood on Wednesday.
2 dead in separate San Francisco shootings
Two people were shot to death in separate shootings in San Francisco Tuesday night, police said.
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Emeryville celebrates opening of affordable housing complex
The Nellie Hannon Gateway building is a new affordable housing high-rise, and at a ribbon-cutting ceremony, Emeryville Mayor Sukhdeep Kaur said it was a long time coming.
Final Antioch police officer convicted in corruption scandal sentenced to 4 years in prison
The 10th and final defendant convicted in connection with a wide-ranging corruption scandal within the Antioch and Pittsburg police departments has been sentenced, prosecutors said.
Piedmont woman attacked during home robbery, police say, 2 suspects sought
Police in the East Bay community of Piedmont are searching for two suspects following a home robbery early Tuesday morning in which a woman was attacked.
Oakland could get a new library branch at site of closed grocery store
Ninety years ago, an Oakland library official recommended that a branch in a predominantly Black neighborhood be closed with the words, "This is not a reading neighborhood." Now, a new branch is being proposed to correct a historical wrong.
Butte County man suspected of killing Lafayette resident in targeted act
Lafayette police said the suspect is from Chico, which is about 151 miles north of Lafayette. An investigation into a motive is ongoing, but the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office believes the killing was a targeted act.
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Santa Clara PD ask for help investigating after body found in San Tomas Aquino Creek
The investigation began on Feb. 14 when police found a body face down in San Tomas Aquino Creek, south of Tasman Drive, after being called to the area. Police said the man had last been seen on the night of Feb. 8, near Pruneridge Avenue and Lawrence Expressway.
San Jose man arrested for allegedly fatally shooting his wife inside their home
A San Jose man was arrested after fatally shooting his wife inside their home last week, police said on Wednesday.
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.
Co-owner of San Jose daycare found guilty in drowning deaths of 2 toddlers
The co-owner of a San Jose daycare has been found guilty of felony child endangerment following the 2023 drowning deaths of two toddlers in her care, prosecutors said.
Crash on Interstate 280 in San Mateo County injures 2
Crews were called to the scene and found the vehicle on fire in a wooded area off Interstate 280 in San Mateo County.
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Preparations for SMART expansion to Healdsburg set to begin
The prep work will take about a year, with actual construction beginning next spring. The $270 million in funding for the extension is already in place, and SMART expects to be pulling into the old Healdsburg station sometime in late 2028.
Woman dies in attack in mobile home near Santa Rosa, suspect arrested
Sonoma County sheriff's deputies have made an arrest after a woman died following an attack inside a mobile home near Santa Rosa Wednesday evening.
Housing project at old Coast Guard site in Pt. Reyes Station moving forward
The county says once funding is completed, construction could begin as soon as this fall, with completion sometime in 2028.
Longtime Sonoma State soccer coach Marcus Ziemer, part of Bay Area soccer dynasty, dies in Germany
Marcus Ziemer, part of a Bay Area soccer coaching dynasty and longtime Sonoma State University men's soccer team head coach, died in Germany after a weekend accident.
Santa Rosa residents enjoying Spring Lake Park as temperatures near the 90s
In downtown Santa Rosa, shady spots with a place to sit and rest were commodities. But it was a quiet day for many businesses.
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San Francisco Giants fans welcomed back with opening night attractions
While fans came to see the game and some of the new players on the Giants roster, there was a lot more to see at Oracle Park. From the national anthem with a drone show and a flyover, to all the concessions at the ballpark.
Emeryville celebrates opening of affordable housing complex
The Nellie Hannon Gateway building is a new affordable housing high-rise, and at a ribbon-cutting ceremony, Emeryville Mayor Sukhdeep Kaur said it was a long time coming.
Oakland could get a new library branch at site of closed grocery store
Ninety years ago, an Oakland library official recommended that a branch in a predominantly Black neighborhood be closed with the words, "This is not a reading neighborhood." Now, a new branch is being proposed to correct a historical wrong.
Mushrooms getting more attention from Bay Area food and wellness scenes
The CEO of Far West Fungi said interest in mushrooms has surged in recent years, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic, as consumers explore both culinary and health-related uses.
Former Golden State Warrior highlighting Bay Area food spots with "Festus Feasts"
Through his social media channel, "Festus Feasts," NBA champion Festus Ezeli is on a mission to give a boost to local restaurants throughout the region.
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San Francisco Giants fans welcomed back with opening night attractions
While fans came to see the game and some of the new players on the Giants roster, there was a lot more to see at Oracle Park. From the national anthem with a drone show and a flyover, to all the concessions at the ballpark.
Yankees top Giants 7-0 as robot umpire debuts
Aaron Judge went hitless on opening day for the first time and struck out four times for the first time since September 2024, but the New York Yankees still produced plenty of offense and beat San Francisco 7-0 in the debut of Giants manager Tony Vitello as the major league season began.
Emeryville celebrates opening of affordable housing complex
The Nellie Hannon Gateway building is a new affordable housing high-rise, and at a ribbon-cutting ceremony, Emeryville Mayor Sukhdeep Kaur said it was a long time coming.
"McCovey Cove Dave" starting his 22nd Giants season swooping on Splash Hits
Every Splash Hit into McCovey Cove next to Oracle Park in San Francisco has a story, and Dave Edlund likely knows them all.
Santa Clara PD ask for help investigating after body found in San Tomas Aquino Creek
The investigation began on Feb. 14 when police found a body face down in San Tomas Aquino Creek, south of Tasman Drive, after being called to the area. Police said the man had last been seen on the night of Feb. 8, near Pruneridge Avenue and Lawrence Expressway.
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Florida cosmetologist found guilty in California death of Kim Kardashian lookalike
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
Bay Area heat wave bringing an early start to allergy season
The early-season heat wave gripping the Bay Area also means the allergy season is already kicking into high gear.
Bay Area chiropractor says he is seeing pre-arthritis symptoms in younger people
He advises people to lie down, extend their arms, and hold the phones above their heads, or people should hold their phone at eye level, rather than looking down.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
Health advisory issued after 2 mumps cases reported at Berkeley High School
The city said there was no evidence of community-spread or of an outbreak, and that the health advisory was issued to give health care providers guidance.
Bay Area Crime
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San Jose man arrested for allegedly fatally shooting his wife inside their home
A San Jose man was arrested after fatally shooting his wife inside their home last week, police said on Wednesday.
Final Antioch police officer convicted in corruption scandal sentenced to 4 years in prison
The 10th and final defendant convicted in connection with a wide-ranging corruption scandal within the Antioch and Pittsburg police departments has been sentenced, prosecutors said.
Shooting reported in Redwood City; police seen searching neighborhood
A shooting was reported in a Redwood City neighborhood on Wednesday.
2 dead in separate San Francisco shootings
Two people were shot to death in separate shootings in San Francisco Tuesday night, police said.
Piedmont woman attacked during home robbery, police say, 2 suspects sought
Police in the East Bay community of Piedmont are searching for two suspects following a home robbery early Tuesday morning in which a woman was attacked.
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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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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.
Man accused of hate crime following vandalism at San Francisco church
A man has been arrested and accused of a hate crime after a San Francisco church was vandalized over the weekend, police said.
Yosemite worker fired for hanging trans pride flag on El Capitan files lawsuit
A Yosemite park ranger was fired last year after helping to display a transgender pride flag from El Capitan.
Historic Castro Theatre reopens after $40M renovation with Sam Smith residency
After more than two years of renovations, the historic Castro Theatre is back open for business.
Pride flag removed from Stonewall National Monument in NYC
A large Pride flag has been removed from the Stonewall National Monument in Greenwich Village. The National Park Service said it did so under guidance from the federal government.
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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.