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Amazon to lay off 9,000 employees — on top of 18K in January
The company announced a second round of layoffs to cope with "the uncertain economy," CEO Andy Jassy said in a memo.
Brutal youth brawls at San Francisco mall caught on camera
There have been multiple, brutal fights at San Francisco's Stonestown Galleria shopping center involving young people and the latest were recorded on cellphone video.
Incoming storm packing damaging winds; Residents brace for toppled trees, downed power lines
While a potent atmospheric river will unleash its wrath on Southern California on Tuesday, the San Francisco Bay Area will not escape unscathed.
Husband arrested in murder of San Jose woman
The husband of a woman found dead inside San Jose home earlier this month has been charged with her murder
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Sweet 16 and Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
Dozens of motorcyclists stage sideshow on Golden Gate Bridge
Dozens of motorcyclists doing wheelies and spinning donuts tied up traffic Saturday afternoon on the famed Golden Gate Bridge.
Caught on video: Brazen armed jewelry store heist leaves San Ramon residents shaken
The brazen daylight armed robbery of a jewelry store at the upscale City Center Bishop Ranch shopping center in San Ramon has left shoppers and business owners shaken.
Near Miss; Atmospheric river shifts toward Southern California
After weeks of atmospheric rivers slamming into Northern California, triggering flooding and landslides, the jet stream has shifted the latest blast of subtropical moisture toward Southern California, forecasters said.
Sideshow halts traffic on I-5 in Stockton
A chaotic scene unfolded on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 near the Hammer Lane exit in Stockton on Sunday.
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VR 360 View: Adaptive skiing giving lift to people with disabilities
There are few places in the world that rival the beauty of Lake Tahoe on a sunny winter day, with its snow-capped mountains, towering peaks and endless miles of trails.
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.
Take a 360-degree Fleet Week VR flight with KPIX's Lt. Jessica Burch
CBS News Bay Area's very own pilot and meteorologist Jessica Burch is getting into the spirit of The Fleet Week Air Show by taking the stick of a T33 jet.
Identifying childhood trauma a key to rehabilitating, reintegrating prison inmates into society
For years, prisons were focused on punishment rather than rehabilitation. But now, a new approach explores the reasons they ended up behind bars in the first place.
Will San Francisco's downtown shake off the pandemic blues?
The downtown stores and businesses play a critical role in driving San Francisco economy, but they have been slow in rebounding from the pandemic blues.
Update: Mission District business owner frustrated over rampant crime in neighborhood
A small business owner in San Francisco's Mission District on Monday said she has seen little or no improvement since she and other merchants declared a state of emergency in the neighborhood last month.
Stanford soccer star's tragic death intensifies attention on mental health
A tragedy in the San Francisco Bay Area was the spark a group of California teens needed to do something about breaking the stigma associated with youth mental illness and how to react in an emotional crisis.
Oakland installs barriers in neighborhood victimized by brazen prostitution
The city of Oakland is installing traffic diverters near San Antonio Park to curb soliciting in the area.
S.F. composers meld sound with science for new perspective on Alzheimer's
Composers at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music teamed up with UCSF neuroscientists to create music that provides a new way to study dementia.
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Brownie troop from Pacifica kicks off Girl Scouts cookie sale season
Girl Scouts and Brownies have begun their annual cookie sale season
The Young & The Restless: Stars Eileen Davidson and Peter Bergman on soap opera's 50th anniversary
The Young & The Restless stars Eileen Davidson and Peter Bergman on soap opera's 50th anniversary
Superstar Mexican group Mana helps raise funds for the flood stricken community of Pajaro
Superstar Mexican group Mana helps raise funds for the flood stricken community of Pajaro
First Alert Weather Forecast for Monday morning
Rain, wind returns to this week's forecast
PIX Now -- Monday morning headlines from the KPIX newsroom
Top stories to start your day
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Shareholders of Silicon Valley Bank file class action lawsuit
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks San Jose State University Assistant Professor Matthew Faulkner how and why SVB failed, what's the difference between the new government plan and a bailout, and what's next for SVB customers
March is National Kidney Month
During this National Kidney Month, CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Dr. Laleh Gharahbaghian, Medical Director of Adult Emergency Medicine at Stanford Hospital, about the possible symptoms of kidney disease, the risk factors, and the kids of health problems that kidney disease can cause
Unemployment rate remains at 50 year low
CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks former EDD director Michael Bernick if the latest jobs numbers are in line with what we should expect, and how the number of tech layoffs lately compare to numbers in other sectors
Silicon Valley Bank shut down by regulators
The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation said it has taken possession of Silicon Valley Bank. The reason, it said, was "inadequate liquidity and insolvency." CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks UC Berkeley Haas School of Business professor Olaf Groth, PhD, about the reasons behind the collapse
Cybersecurity expert weighs in on Oakland ransomware attack
Davis Hake, Co-Founder and VP of Policy at Resilience, joins CBS News Bay Area anchor Reed Cowan to discuss the type of information that could be compromised beyond city employee data, and best practices to protect our personal information
FDA authorizes at-home test to detect Covid and flu
CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Dr. Malathi Srinivasan, Clinical Professor of Medicine at Stanford, how the test works and how accurate it is
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Dozens of motorcyclists stage sideshow on Golden Gate Bridge
Dozens of motorcyclists doing wheelies and spinning donuts tied up traffic Saturday afternoon on the famed Golden Gate Bridge.
Man shot aboard Muni bus in San Francisco Mission District
A man was shot and wounded on a Muni bus in San Francisco Sunday evening.
Three injured, two critically, in fireworks explosion at San Francisco's Ocean Beach
A gathering of 20-30 juveniles around a bonfire on San Francisco's Ocean Beach Saturday night took a tragic turn when fireworks were ignited by the flames.
Police seek mother alleged to have abducted infant son in San Francisco
Authorities are searching for a woman and her one-year-old son who were reported missing from a residential facility in San Francisco Friday evening.
Oakland man arrested for catalytic converter theft, assault in Redwood City
Police have arrested a man suspected of stealing a catalytic converter in unincorporated Redwood City Thursday then robbing at gunpoint an observer who recorded the theft on his cellphone
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Caught on video: Brazen armed jewelry store heist leaves San Ramon residents shaken
The brazen daylight armed robbery of a jewelry store at the upscale City Center Bishop Ranch shopping center in San Ramon has left shoppers and business owners shaken.
Fatal Friday night collision in Antioch leaves 1 dead, 2 in critical condition
One person was killed and two were critically injured in a traffic collision on Lone Tree Way near state Highway 4 in Antioch on Friday night.
Northbound I-680 closed between Sunol and Pleasanton for reconstruction
Northbound Interstate 680 in Sunol and Pleasanton is closed this weekend for ongoing reconstruction, according to Caltrans.
Murdered Oakley teen's birthday celebrated by family and friends
Alexis Gabe would have been 25 on Friday and her family and the community of Oakley held a bittersweet celebration in her honor.
Saxen, Ducas lead Saint Mary's past VCU in March Madness
Mitchell Saxen had 17 points, seven rebounds and four blocks, and Saint Mary's beat ailing VCU 63-51 in the NCAA Tournament.
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Husband arrested in murder of San Jose woman
The husband of a woman found dead inside San Jose home earlier this month has been charged with her murder
Additional shelter space available at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds for Pajaro evacuees
Additional shelter capacity was created at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds for residents of Pajaro who were evacuated over a week ago when the Pajaro River levee was breached.
Mountain View art instructor arrested on suspicion of sex abuse
Police in Mountain View are concerned an art teacher accused of inappropriately touching a student may have more alleged victims, the department said on Friday.
Pajaro residents confront 'heartbreaking' damage to their community
Many residents of Pajaro evacuated after the river broke through a levee last week and flooded their town. Those who stayed have seen their community transformed into a ghost town.
Lingering power outages keeping thousands in dark in Los Altos
When the minutes turned to hours, the hours to days, Patrick Anderson knew he had to do something to limit the losses at the Post Restaurant in downtown Los Altos.
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Four arrested in connection with Vallejo business burglary
Three suspects were arrested after foot chases on I-80 and a fourth surrendered inside a getaway vehicle that crashed in connection with a burglary at a Vallejo business Saturday.
Three injured; Suspect in custody in Antioch stabbing
Three people were injured -- including a 35-year-old pregnant female, a 14-year-old and 11-year-old -- and a 37-year-old suspect in custody after a Saturday afternoon stabbing in Antioch.
Women's Military History Week commemorated at Vallejo event
A ceremony was held Saturday in Vallejo to recognize women veterans and encourage them to speak out about their service.
Plan to remove dam in Marin County's Tennessee Valley could be hampered by endangered frog
A plan in place to remove a dam for safety reasons near a North Bay beach has raised questions about the impact the removal could have on an endangered frog.
Newsom unveils plan to reimagine San Quentin prison into rehabilition model
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a plan Friday to transform the iconic San Quentin State Prison and its notorious Death Row from a place of punishment toward more of a rehabilitation and re-entry facility.
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Incoming storm packing damaging winds; Residents brace for toppled trees, downed power lines
While a potent atmospheric river will unleash its wrath on Southern California on Tuesday, the San Francisco Bay Area will not escape unscathed.
First Alert Weather Forecast for Monday morning
Rain, wind returns to this week's forecast
Near Miss; Atmospheric river shifts toward Southern California
After weeks of atmospheric rivers slamming into Northern California, triggering flooding and landslides, the jet stream has shifted the latest blast of subtropical moisture toward Southern California, forecasters said.
First Alert Weather Sunday Night Forecast
Meteorologist Darren Peck warns that Tuesday could be a bit dicey as rain and strong winds are expected to lash Northern California. (3-19-23)
New evacuations as storm brings California flood threat
New evacuation orders are in place near two small central California towns where a levee was breached following recent downpours, as yet another winter storm brought the threat of major flooding.
First Alert Weather Forecast for Sunday morning
Showers Sunday morning
First Alert Weather Saturday Night Forecast
There's another splash of rain heading into the Bay Area early Sunday, says meteorologist Darren Peck. (3-18-23)
First Alert Weather forecast for Saturday morning
Showers set to return late Saturday night with a stronger system forecast for Tuesday (3-18-2023)
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Women's Military History Week commemorated at Vallejo event
A ceremony was held Saturday in Vallejo to recognize women veterans and encourage them to speak out about their service.
Healdsburg winemaker paving a path for women in the wine industry
Among the more than 4,200 wineries in California, only 14% reported a woman as their lead winemaker, according to a recent study. But women are making huge strides in the wine industry, including one out of Healdsburg.
Intimate look at 1st women on U.S. Supreme Court in 'JUSTICE: A New Musical'
Happening now at Marin Theater Company in Mill Valley, a world premiere of "JUSTICE: A New Musical" highlighting three iconic women, first women to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.
'Mamasan' helps Larkspur's Fukusuke Restaurant persevere with family touch
As ordering through QR codes at restaurants, added service fees, and shorter menus become the norm when dining out, small independent restaurants are facing enormous challenges to keep customers satisfied.
Bay Area medical professionals see flood of patients on El Salvador medical mission
A group of medical professionals from the Bay Area took some time out of their normally busy schedules to see a flood of patients over the course of a week-long medical mission in El Salvador.
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California to seek beds for mental health, drug treatment
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's latest plan for the state's homelessness crisis asks voters to fund a major expansion of housing and treatment for residents suffering from mental illness and addiction.
As climate changes, climate anxiety rises in youth
Research shows most youth are "extremely worried" about climate change. Kids and young adults who struggle with climate anxiety can perceive they have no future or that humanity is doomed.
Kids in Crisis: Stanford's Dr. Shea Fedigan gradually returning your child to the post-pandemic scho
Stanford's Dr. Shea Fedigan on the slow and steady approach to return your child to the post pandemic school environment
School district tries a radical new solution to address student mental health
A Colorado school district is prioritizing mental health by building a new facility that will double up as a school and a mental health day-treatment center.
Teen documentary filmmaker Terry Delaney talks about their film on kids' mental health
Reed Cowan talks to documentary filmmaker Terry Delaney about struggles LGBTQ+ teens face (2-28-2023)
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California to seek beds for mental health, drug treatment
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's latest plan for the state's homelessness crisis asks voters to fund a major expansion of housing and treatment for residents suffering from mental illness and addiction.
Newsom: State will co-manufacture insulin, slashing costs
Gov. Newsom said Saturday the state of California and a generic drug manufacturer are partnering to produce affordable, state-branded insulin.
NYPD among agencies gearing up for Trump indictment
The indictment could come as early as next week.
Trump expects to be arrested Tuesday as DA eyes charges
Trump attorney Susan Necheles told CBS News that this is speculation from the former president.
Newsom unveils plan to reimagine San Quentin prison into rehabilition model
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a plan Friday to transform the iconic San Quentin State Prison and its notorious Death Row from a place of punishment toward more of a rehabilitation and re-entry facility.
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Amazon to lay off 9,000 employees — on top of 18K in January
The company announced a second round of layoffs to cope with "the uncertain economy," CEO Andy Jassy said in a memo.
Brutal youth brawls at San Francisco mall caught on camera
There have been multiple, brutal fights at San Francisco's Stonestown Galleria shopping center involving young people and the latest were recorded on cellphone video.
Incoming storm packing damaging winds; Residents brace for toppled trees, downed power lines
While a potent atmospheric river will unleash its wrath on Southern California on Tuesday, the San Francisco Bay Area will not escape unscathed.
Husband arrested in murder of San Jose woman
The husband of a woman found dead inside San Jose home earlier this month has been charged with her murder
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Sweet 16 and Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
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Microplastics pollution found in fresh-fallen Sierra snow and Lake Tahoe
A researcher at the University of Nevada, Reno has discovered evidence that the plastic pollution problem may be more widespread than previously believed.
Frozen berries recalled due to possible hepatitis A contamination
While hepatitis A has not actually been detected on these products, the FDA is urging consumers "out of an abundance of caution" to return the recalled items for a refund.
Newsom: State will co-manufacture insulin, slashing costs
Gov. Newsom said Saturday the state of California and a generic drug manufacturer are partnering to produce affordable, state-branded insulin.
Trampoline exercise springs to the forefront of fitness fads
Trampoline workouts are the latest craze to hit the fitness world.
Frozen strawberries sold at Costco, Trader Joe's recalled
Frozen organic strawberries sold at Costco, Aldi, Trader Joe's and other stores are being recalled after they were tied to an outbreak of hepatitis A infections in Washington state.
Bay Area Crime
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Brutal youth brawls at San Francisco mall caught on camera
There have been multiple, brutal fights at San Francisco's Stonestown Galleria shopping center involving young people and the latest were recorded on cellphone video.
Husband arrested in murder of San Jose woman
The husband of a woman found dead inside San Jose home earlier this month has been charged with her murder
Dozens of motorcyclists stage sideshow on Golden Gate Bridge
Dozens of motorcyclists doing wheelies and spinning donuts tied up traffic Saturday afternoon on the famed Golden Gate Bridge.
Caught on video: Brazen armed jewelry store heist leaves San Ramon residents shaken
The brazen daylight armed robbery of a jewelry store at the upscale City Center Bishop Ranch shopping center in San Ramon has left shoppers and business owners shaken.
Sideshow halts traffic on I-5 in Stockton
A chaotic scene unfolded on the northbound lanes of Interstate 5 near the Hammer Lane exit in Stockton on Sunday.
Our Stories Define Us
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VR 360 View: Adaptive skiing giving lift to people with disabilities
There are few places in the world that rival the beauty of Lake Tahoe on a sunny winter day, with its snow-capped mountains, towering peaks and endless miles of trails.
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.
Take a 360-degree Fleet Week VR flight with KPIX's Lt. Jessica Burch
CBS News Bay Area's very own pilot and meteorologist Jessica Burch is getting into the spirit of The Fleet Week Air Show by taking the stick of a T33 jet.
Identifying childhood trauma a key to rehabilitating, reintegrating prison inmates into society
For years, prisons were focused on punishment rather than rehabilitation. But now, a new approach explores the reasons they ended up behind bars in the first place.
Will San Francisco's downtown shake off the pandemic blues?
The downtown stores and businesses play a critical role in driving San Francisco economy, but they have been slow in rebounding from the pandemic blues.
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Sharks goalie Reimer declines to wear Pride jersey
San Jose Sharks goalie James Reimer won't take part in pregame warmups, saying the team's decision to wear Pride-theme jerseys runs counter to his religious beliefs.
Anti-trans encounter in San Francisco caught on camera
A San Francisco trans woman was verbally assaulted at a Union Square restaurant and video of the incident which was streamed live over TikTok has gone viral.
SF transgender pastor claims bias, sues Lutheran denomination
The Rev. Megan Rohrer, who was elected as the first openly transgender bishop of one of the largest Christian denominations in the country in May 2021, has filed a lawsuit against hte Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
California looks to enshrine right to same-sex marriage in state constitution
California, a U.S. trendsetter for progressive policies and a state where the current governor once made news issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples in San Francisco before it was legal, will attempt to enshrine marriage equality in the state constitution.
Madonna responds to critics who commented on her Grammys appearance
"Once again I am caught in the glare of ageism and misogyny That permeates the world we live in," wrote the singer on Instagram.
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Photos: Rising indie folk-pop singer Maggie Rogers plays Bill Graham Civic
Indie folk-pop singer Maggie Rogers recently brought her "Feral Joy" tour to the Bay Area, headlining the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium to a sold-out house on March 5.
Photos: Explosive punk band Turnstile ignites crowd at the Warfield
Rising punk outfit Turnstile played to a capacity crowd at the Warfield in San Francisco Wednesday night, sharing the stage with support acts jpegmafia and Non Plus Temps.
Photos: Rare winter storm delivers snow across the Bay Area
The dusting of snow the Bay Area received Thursday morning was nothing compared to the winter wonderland the cold front brought to the region Thursday evening into Friday.
Photos: NBA Champion Golden State Warriors visit the White House
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris celebrated the NBA champion Golden State Warriors at the White House on Tuesday. The Warriors have won four championships in eight years, but they didn't visit the White House while Donald Trump was president. "The Golden State Warriors are always welcome in this White House," Biden said. He also honored Warriors superstar Stephen Curry as "one of the great sportsmen of our time."
Photos: Overnight atmospheric river triggers widespread flooding across Northern California
Bay Area residents were dealing with flooding and mudslides across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties after the latest storm powered over Northern California.
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Redwood City gardener still hard at work giving scholarships after 15 years
When Catalino Tapia came to the U.S. many years ago, he had a sixth-grade education, six dollars in his pocket, and the American dream. He won a national Jefferson Award for his creative scholarship program in 2009. Since then, has given hundreds of students a chance to pursue their dreams.
JA: 49ers defensive end tackles literacy in his free time
A member of the San Francisco 49ers defensive line helps level the playing field to give underserved children a playbook for future success.
JA: Nonprofit donates basic income to 100 people experiencing homelessness
A former tech entrepreneur's innovative idea has reunited hundreds of homeless people with their families. Now, he's expanding into a groundbreaking support system that's one of the largest privately-funded pilots for people experiencing homelessness.
Program bridges language barriers in Oakland's Fruitvale District
An East Bay woman helps make sure that new immigrants with no other educational opportunity can learn beginner English in Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood.
Oakland native shares love of golf with underserved youth
This week's Jefferson Award winner is an Oakland native who wants to introduce as many young people as he can to the sport that he says changed the course of his life.
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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.
Onetime scholar, Oakland native overcomes childhood trauma to thrive in business, politics
In 2019, the CDC reported that 60 percent of adults have experienced at least one incident of significant childhood trauma. Bianca Yarborough is one of those adults, but she's turning that pain into positive motivation for helping others.