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Aaron Rodgers says this is his last season
Aaron Rodgers says his 22nd season in the NFL will be his last.
Highest gas prices in years expected to continue rising this summer
U.S. motorists are likely to face even hotter gas prices as the summer driving season kicks off, according to a new analysis.
Sonoma County deputies arrest suspect in Cloverdale arsons
A North Bay man is being held on more than $1 million bail after he was arrested Tuesday in connection with a series of arsons in Sonoma County, authorities said.
California DOJ announces felony charges in $1.5 million Rolex watch scheme
Nelson Andres Holdo is accused of swindling 22 victims out of hundreds of thousands of dollars for Rolex watches that never existed.
Death of person found in bay waters off Richmond determined to be from vehicle crash
Police investigating the death of a person found in waters off Richmond over the weekend now believe the person died after crashing into the bay, authorities said.
Texas AG investigating Meta Glasses for privacy issues
Ken Paxton notes that Meta Glasses are able to use cameras, speakers, and other components to capture data, including video and audio recordings and peoples' facial geometry.
Boil water notice lifted for Mountain View neighborhood after water main breached
A "boil water" notice was lifted for a Mountain View neighborhood on Tuesday, nearly a month after a water main became contaminated following a construction mishap.
Man accused of New Zealand murder found guilty in Bay Area shooting, authorities say
A man wanted for murder in New Zealand has been convicted in a shooting that injured a man in East Bay city of Oakley, prosecutors said.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for murder over downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
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CBS News California/SF Examiner governor's debate takeaways: Affordability, climate, and more
Top gubernatorial candidates faced off in a debate hosted Thursday by CBS News California and the San Francisco Examiner.
How to watch the governor's debate hosted by CBS News California, San Francisco Examiner
With less than three weeks before Election Day, top candidates in the 2026 California governor's race are set to face off in a debate Thursday evening in San Francisco.
Final California governor debate before June primary set, hosted by CBS News California, SF Examiner
Candidates for California governor were set to hold their final debate before the June Primary Election on May 14 in San Francisco.
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How Southern California restaurants and farmers are coping with rising produce costs
Over the past few months, tomatoes have seen some of the steepest price increases, rising 15% in March alone.
No driver's license, no problem: How Uber, DoorDash and Lyft accounts are being rented and stolen online for hundreds.
CBS News California Investigates found that accounts for companies such as Uber, Lyft and DoorDash can be bought or rented online without needing to provide identification.
L.A. County spends millions to stop overdoses. Critics say naloxone enables addicts, but city data show scores of lives saved
CBS News California Investigates obtained data from the LAFD that show 24,503 of the 25,461 patients who received naloxone doses since 2022 survived their overdose, about 96%.
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CBS News California/SF Examiner governor's debate takeaways: Affordability, climate, and more
Top gubernatorial candidates faced off in a debate hosted Thursday by CBS News California and the San Francisco Examiner.
Candidates face off in the CBS News California and San Francisco Examiner Governor's Debate
Top gubernatorial candidates met onstage Thursday at a debate hosted by CBS News California and the San Francisco Examiner.
Supreme Court upholds mail access to abortion pill mifepristone for now
The Supreme Court has maintained mail access to the abortion pill mifepristone, setting aside for now a lower court order that blocked abortion providers from prescribing the widely used drug through telehealth and shipping it to patients.
Why are so many U.S. CEOs in China with Trump, and what do they want?
More than a dozen American CEOs are accompanying President Trump on his trip to China. That's not unusual.
Newsom outlines his final California budget proposal with no deficit, new major spending
California Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled his final budget proposal Thursday.
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Steve Kerr signs new 2-year contract to remain Golden State Warriors coach
Steve Kerr has signed his new two-year contract to remain as coach of the Golden State Warriors.
Brandon Clarke of the Memphis Grizzlies dies at age 29
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29, the team announced.
Giants beat the scuffling Dodgers 9-3 as Devers and Adames spark a 7th-inning surge
Rafael Devers homered early and drew a bases-loaded walk that broke a seventh-inning tie as the San Francisco Giants beat the scuffling Los Angeles Dodgers 9-3 in the opener of a four-game series.
Valkyries fans celebrate big win over Mercury at packed San Francisco watch parties
Sunday was a great day for Golden State Valkyries fans as many gathered at Rikki's in San Francisco to cheer on their favorite basketball team — and celebrate a big win.
Valkyries beat Mercury 95-79 to win home opener, Salaun scores 21 off bench
Janelle Salaun scored 21 points off the bench, Gabby Williams contributed 19 points and five rebounds in her home debut for Golden State after the All-Star forward signed last month, and the Valkyries beat the Phoenix Mercury 95-79 in their home opener.
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San Francisco volunteers help preserve Presidio habitats, biodiversity
A group of volunteers at San Francisco's Presidio National Park is drawing inspiration to restore local habitats and biodiversity from a life-sized art project across the globe.
Bay Area scientists work to restore sea star population devastated by pathogen
Scientists have determined the cause of an epidemic that has devastated a species of starfish, wiping out billions over the last decade, and a Bay Area team is at the forefront of an effort to restore their population.
California clean energy push exemplified by Stanford professor's zero net energy home
Clean, renewable energy is powering California to levels never seen before, and a Stanford professor's home is the blueprint for the near future.
Relative of extinct Xerces butterfly helps restore California habitat destroyed in its demise
A butterfly that went extinct decades ago after the destruction of its Bay Area habitat is now the driving force behind its restoration with the help of a close relative now fluttering in its terrain.
Experimental tiles bring life to seawall along San Francisco's Embarcacero
Along San Francisco's Embarcadero, a groundbreaking experiment is revealing promising results.
California winery harnesses the wind to produce its award-winning wine
Off the coast of California, south of Salinas and located at the base of the Santa Lucia Mountains, clusters of high-quality pinot noir and chardonnay grapes ripen in the cooling fog, warming sun and perfect soil.
New report shows massive plunge in planet's emperor penguin population
Emperor penguins may live in some of the most remote and environmentally pristine regions in the world, but that doesn't mean they're safe from the impacts of a warming planet.
San Francisco beats Los Angeles in international City Nature Challenge
The City Nature Challenge began 10 years ago as a friendly competition between two cities: San Francisco and Los Angeles. Today, it's an international event that involves almost 670 cities and metro areas across six continents.
Oakland shop teams up with Warriors on making sneakers more sustainable
Americans throw away tens of millions of pairs every year. These shoes are not biodegradable. Most end up in landfills, where they contaminate soil and groundwater.
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Thursday evening First Alert Weather forecast 5/21/26
Meteorologist Darren Peck says following the midweek warmup, temps will cool down progressively through the weekend.
Thursday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 5/21/26
Expect breezy conditions and hot temperatures away from the coast, with highs in 80s and 90s on Thursday. For Memorial Day weekend, a cooldown is expected. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Wednesday evening First Alert Weather forecast 5/20/26
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz says the cooldown will continue into the Memorial Day weekend, helped by gusty winds.
Wednesday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 5/20/26
Away from the coast, expect another day of hot conditions Wednesday, with highs in the 80s and 90s. Temperatures are expected to cool slightly for Memorial Day weekend. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
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Wednesday evening First Alert Weather forecast 5/20/26
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz says the cooldown will continue into the Memorial Day weekend, helped by gusty winds.
Berkeley’s Aquarela Samba group will be dancing at 2026 Carnaval parade
Kevin Ko reports on a group participating in Carnaval.
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee looks back on first year in office
Lee touted her administration's progress a year after being inaugurated as mayor of Oakland. Ryan Yamamoto reports.
Trial for protesters who shut down Golden Gate Bridge gets underway
The trial is underway for seven protesters who face more than a decade in prison for shutting down the Golden Gate Bridge in 2024 during the height of Israel's invasion of Gaza. John Ramos reports on what's at stake in the closely-watched case.
Oakland parcel tax measure critic slams city’s finances as supporters hold rally
Sooji Nam reports on the debate over the Oakland parcel tax measure proposal.
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Local transportation professor weighs in on Waymo expansion
USF professor of transportation and innovation Billy Riggs joins CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook to discuss Waymo's expansion of service to anyone in San Francisco, competition down the road in the driverless rideshare industry, and public perception about autonomous cars
Marginalized by medicine: Trans community faces health care challenges
The CEO of the San Francisco Community Health Care Center, Lance Toma, joins CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook to discuss the climate surrounding trans rights, and the work in San Francisco to help the LGBTQ+ community
Berkeley Mayor Jesse Arreguin discusses fate of People's Park
Following the California Supreme Court's ruling that allows UC Berkeley to build housing at People's Park, Berkeley Mayor Jesse Arreguin joins CBS News Bay Area Elizabeth Cook to address concerns about development and the biggest obstacles to building affordable housing in Berkeley
Bay Area psychologist discusses potential risks of social media
Following the U.S. Surgeon General's call for a warning label on social media apps like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, Dr. Omar Gudino, senior psychologist and deputy clinical director at the Child Mind Institute, joins CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook to discuss the scope of the potential threat posed by social media
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San Francisco's "canine court" expected to reopen amid growing backlog of cases
San Francisco's "canine court" is expected to reopen after a year without hearings for vicious and dangerous dog cases.
San Francisco soccer league Girls Got Goals ready for World Cup in Bay Area
With the World Cup coming to the Bay Area, local youth players say they've been waiting for this moment their whole lives.
"Prolific" California gym locker room thief arrested after years as a fugitive, police say
A 40-year-old woman was arrested on Monday by San Francisco police and U.S. Marshals for multiple burglaries from gym locker rooms following a months-long investigation that spanned multiple counties.
Repaving to close 19th Avenue in San Francisco over Memorial Day weekend. Here's what to know.
Drivers who rely on 19th Avenue in San Francisco should expect delays this Memorial Day weekend, as repaving work will close a section of the roadway.
Whale heat signatures in San Francisco Bay being tracked to prevent ship collisions
The first major step in saving the whales from ship strikes officially launched this week. A group of marine mammal experts gathered in San Francisco to launch Whale Spotter.
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Norton Fire burns vegetation in regional preserve near Clayton
A vegetation fire was burning in a remote area of eastern Contra Costa County on Thursday afternoon, Cal Fire said.
Oakland parcel tax measure supporters hold rally at city hall
If approved by voters, "Measure E" would tax single-family homes $192 per year to go towards emergency services, public safety and clean streets. City leaders anticipate that the tax would raise about $34 million per year.
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee touts progress on crime and homelessness in CBS News Bay Area interview
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee is marking one year in office by touting the city's progress in its homelessness strategy, crime rate, and overall outlook.
New Valkyries forward Gabby Williams excited to be with Bay Area WNBA team
Gabby Williams knows all about the Bay Area, despite being a Nevada resident. She would travel from Reno to the Bay every spring and summer to play AAU basketball.
Death of person found in bay waters off Richmond determined to be from vehicle crash
Police investigating the death of a person found in waters off Richmond over the weekend now believe the person died after crashing into the bay, authorities said.
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Bixby Bridge on California coast may face parking ban after supervisors' vote
Officials in Monterey County are moving forward with a proposal that would ban parking near the iconic Bixby Bridge at Big Sur, amid growing safety concerns involving tourists who stop along Highway 1 to take photos.
Disabled semi truck in San Jose teeters next to power pole; power shut off to thousands
A disabled big rig in San Jose blocked multiple roads south of the downtown area and led to a major power outage because of its precarious position, authorities said.
Santa Clara County leaders under scrutiny after 8-year-old girl's death
An investigation is underway in East San Jose after an 8-year-old girl died days after she was found critically injured inside a home.
Boil water notice lifted for Mountain View neighborhood after water main breached
A "boil water" notice was lifted for a Mountain View neighborhood on Tuesday, nearly a month after a water main became contaminated following a construction mishap.
Salinas police officer arrested, charged with possessing child sexual abuse material
A Salinas police officer has been arrested after being accused of possessing child sexual abuse material, authorities said Tuesday.
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San Rafael High School teacher accused of sexual misconduct involving minor
A high school teacher in Marin County was arrested and suspended from his job over alleged sexual misconduct involving a minor, police said.
Vallejo man suspected of killing woman, injuring man in separate shootings
A Vallejo man is suspected of killing a woman on May 1 and then shooting a man on Tuesday, before being arrested by officers, police said.
Sonoma County deputies arrest suspect in Cloverdale arsons
A North Bay man is being held on more than $1 million bail after he was arrested Tuesday in connection with a series of arsons in Sonoma County, authorities said.
"Rise" plushie becomes part of space history at Charles M. Schulz museum
Lucas Ye, who is from Mountain View, designed his plushie based on the photographic capture of Apollo 8's view of the Earth. He and his family also traveled to Florida to watch the launch of Artemis II in April.
1 dead, 1 injured from fallen tree branches in Santa Rosa as Bay Area hit by strong winds
One person was killed and another person was injured by fallen tree branches in the North Bay over the weekend, as the Bay Area was hit by strong winds.
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Mountain lion cub at Oakland Zoo becomes fan favorite online
Crimson is a mountain lion cub who was found alone in the Santa Monica Mountains. One of the youngest animals the Oakland Zoo has ever taken in, and likely one of its cutest.
California State Prison inmates raise service dogs as part of rehabilitation program
Canine Companions' service dogs change the lives of people with disabilities on a daily basis. Organization leaders say this program takes it a step further, as it helps the inmates with rehabilitation.
Celebration held in downtown San Francisco for city's 176th birthday
The celebration for San Francisco's 176th birthday was held at the East Cut, and the annual event, organized by Empire, brought together Bay Area artists, vendors and residents in a showcase of community pride.
Retired East Bay woman shares kindness through "the power of flowers"
An 83-year-old woman's idea to share kindness is in full bloom in the East Bay.
SF taqueria El Faro looks to sell, saying their rent has nearly doubled
El Faro has been in the Mission since 1961, known for its famous super burrito. But as the economy booms in San Francisco, so does the rent. The daughter of the family-owned business says her mother was caught off guard by the rent increase.
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San Francisco's "canine court" expected to reopen amid growing backlog of cases
San Francisco's "canine court" is expected to reopen after a year without hearings for vicious and dangerous dog cases.
San Francisco soccer league Girls Got Goals ready for World Cup in Bay Area
With the World Cup coming to the Bay Area, local youth players say they've been waiting for this moment their whole lives.
Norton Fire burns vegetation in regional preserve near Clayton
A vegetation fire was burning in a remote area of eastern Contra Costa County on Thursday afternoon, Cal Fire said.
Fairfield police release video of officers arresting 2 high school students involved in fight
The Fairfield Police Department released body camera footage of officers breaking up a fight and arresting two students at Fairfield High School on Wednesday as videos of the incident circulated on social media.
"Prolific" California gym locker room thief arrested after years as a fugitive, police say
A 40-year-old woman was arrested on Monday by San Francisco police and U.S. Marshals for multiple burglaries from gym locker rooms following a months-long investigation that spanned multiple counties.
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WHO says Ebola risks high for region, but not a "pandemic emergency"
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says risks from the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda are "high at the national and regional levels, and low at the global level."
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrives in Netherlands
The cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak has docked at the Dutch port of Rotterdam for disinfection, wrapping up a troubled journey that put world health authorities on alert.
Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda declared global health emergency
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
5th Californian possibly exposed to hantavirus identified, health officials say no confirmed cases
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
3 hospitalized after consuming wild mushrooms picked in California's Napa County
Health officials in Napa County are warning the public not to eat wild mushrooms after three people were poisoned.
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Fairfield police release video of officers arresting 2 high school students involved in fight
The Fairfield Police Department released body camera footage of officers breaking up a fight and arresting two students at Fairfield High School on Wednesday as videos of the incident circulated on social media.
"Prolific" California gym locker room thief arrested after years as a fugitive, police say
A 40-year-old woman was arrested on Monday by San Francisco police and U.S. Marshals for multiple burglaries from gym locker rooms following a months-long investigation that spanned multiple counties.
Former Livermore LDS bishop charged with sexually abusing minors decades ago
A former bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was charged with sexually abusing minors in Livermore during the 1990s and early 2000s, authorities said.
San Rafael High School teacher accused of sexual misconduct involving minor
A high school teacher in Marin County was arrested and suspended from his job over alleged sexual misconduct involving a minor, police said.
Santa Clara County leaders under scrutiny after 8-year-old girl's death
An investigation is underway in East San Jose after an 8-year-old girl died days after she was found critically injured inside a home.
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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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Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, dies at 47 from brain cancer
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
Philz Coffee will return Pride flags to cafés in reversal of policy that removed them
Philz Coffee will once again sport the Pride flag at its cafés after a directive to have them and other flags removed created a backlash.
Pride flag to be officially restored at Stonewall National Monument
The Trump administration agreed to restore the Stonewall National Monument's Pride flag in Greenwich Village after it was removed.
Philz Coffee flag policy sparks backlash in San Francisco's Castro District
Philz Coffee's move to remove the Pride flag and all other flags from their stores is brewing up some strong reaction.
Transgender women athletes banned from women's Olympic events
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday.
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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.