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We all want easy answers, but nutrition science is an imperfect and evolving field. The food research in our newsfeeds is often overhyped and misinterpreted or skewed by human error, scientific bias, and weak methodology. And when it is wrong, the stakes are high.
A state-of-the-art brain-machine interface created by UC San Francisco neuroscientists can generate natural-sounding synthetic speech by using brain activity to control a virtual vocal tract – an anatomically detailed computer simulation including the lips, jaw, tongue and larynx.
Medicine has a "Goldilocks" problem. Many therapies are safe and effective only when administered at just the right time and in very precise doses.
Many patients with concussion have normal CT scans and are discharged from the hospital without follow-up. But a blood test that is currently under development and costs a fraction of the price of a brain scan may flag concussion in these CT-negative patients, enabling them to be evaluated for long-term complications.
Researchers at UC San Francisco and the University of Queensland have discovered a scorpion toxin that targets the "wasabi receptor," a chemical-sensing protein found in nerve cells that's responsible for the sinus-jolting sting of wasabi and the flood of tears associated with chopping onions.
After more than a week of more than 2,000 cancelled and delayed flights, San Francisco International Airport officials have announced around the clock work on its main runway would end on Thursday -- a week earlier than originally planned.
A San Francisco conservation group has kicked off a public fundraising campaign to buy and protect the world's largest remaining privately owned giant sequoia forest.
Several South Bay teachers shared their stories of struggle during a Santa Clara County town hall meeting to discuss how the housing crisis affects them Tuesday evening.
Members of the Santa Clara Stadium Authority voted Tuesday to end an agreement that allowed the San Francisco 49ers to manage Levi's Stadium, the team's home, for non-NFL events.
A loud protest over psychiatric beds shut down a Health Commission meeting in San Francisco on Tuesday. About 100 demonstrators shouted down commission members as they tried to call the meeting to order.
San Jose became the biggest U.S. city to ban natural gas in new construction projects as the city council unanimously approved the proposal Tuesday evening.
Vallejo police have arrested a San Francisco man on suspicion of fondling a minor in a restaurant in August and possessing child pornography, a police lieutenant said.
A homeless man accused of attacking a woman outside her apartment building in San Francisco's South Beach neighborhood last month will be held on all charges, a judge ruled Tuesday.
There were major delay reported on BART Tuesday evening in San Francisco due to an equipment problem on the track, BART officials said.
A Sonora family had a close encounter with a big cat over the weekend when a mountain lion made itself comfortable inside their bathroom after getting trapped in the house Sunday.
Thousands of people in Northern California are asking themselves a key question after Humboldt County was rocked by a 6.4 magnitude earthquake Tuesday: Is my house safe? Lauren Toms reports on a new device that may answer that.
Brian Hackney breaks down the science of the 6.4 Ferndale earthquake, and why many scientists say it wasn't a surprise. (12/20/22)
After the Oakland mayor's race was decided by a razor-thin margin, the Oakland branch of the NAACP says there should be a recount, not to change the outcome, but to get a better understanding of how little the voters understand the city's ranked-choice voting system. John Ramos reports. (12/20/22)
The Fernbridge, the main route in and out of Ferndale, was closed as crews assessed the damage to the historic bridge following Tuesday's 6.4 magnitude earthquake along the Humboldt County coast. Wilson Walker reports on how residents are assessing the damage in the area.
Fresh off their win at the World Cup, Lionel Messi and the Argentinian soccer team received a hero's welcome by scores of fans in Buenos Aires. Katy Watson reports. (12/20/22)
A night at the museum looks nothing like the movie on the big screen. Thursday night, the de Young Museum held its latest installment of Late Night Editions, blending the extremely popular Treasures of the Pharaohs exhibit with an after-hours nightlife atmosphere.
California is one of three states that allow children of any age to get married if a parent or guardian signs off.
St. Helena residents say they are still dealing with discolored, foul-smelling water months after the city's water system came under scrutiny in a Napa County Civil Grand Jury report.
The San Francisco 49ers will have a few more starters making their preseason debut in a matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
The partial term for California's 14th Congressional District ends January 2027, after which the candidate chosen in the November election will serve the next full term.
A night at the museum looks nothing like the movie on the big screen. Thursday night, the de Young Museum held its latest installment of Late Night Editions, blending the extremely popular Treasures of the Pharaohs exhibit with an after-hours nightlife atmosphere.
There are plenty of different answers, which is understandable, considering how new the technology is to society. Some people use it every day for work; others use it every day without even realizing they're using it.
Former EDD Director and Counsel at Duane Morris LLP Michael Bernick says that while tech layoffs continue to happen, data indicates people can't directly point the finger at AI.
A man suspected in a 2008 cold case murder in San Francisco was arrested after he was found to be living in Las Vegas, authorities said.
Economists caution that large regional estimates do not necessarily show how much money reached individual neighborhood businesses or whether the gains continued after visitors left.
The partial term for California's 14th Congressional District ends January 2027, after which the candidate chosen in the November election will serve the next full term.
Three people have been arrested and charged in connection with a series of armed robberies targeting street vendors in East Oakland earlier this week, prosecutors said.
Automated speed cameras in Oakland have led to a significant drop in speeding drivers after only a few months, according to newly-released data from city officials.
A 2-year-old girl who was critically injured in a house fire that police say was intentionally set by a relative has died of her injuries at the hospital, the third family member to die in the incident.
Elite Armory is seeking approval to open an indoor shooting range, firearms training facility and retail store at 2615 N. Main St., in a vacant commercial building formerly occupied by Lewis Carpeting.
An investigation into a fatal hit-and-run crash on U.S. Highway 101 in East Palo Alto Thursday morning led California Highway Patrol officers to a neighborhood in Sunnyvale, authorities said.
Police in San Jose have launched an investigation after human skeletal remains were found Tuesday afternoon.
The San Jose Earthquakes hired Gavin Wilkinson this month to come in as a consultant on roster management to Bruce Arena. It's Wilkinson's past with the Portland Timbers and Thorns that has sparked outrage among some fans.
Mayor Matt Mahan said this year is consequential due to an updated housing zoning element.
Two adults and four teens in a stolen vehicle were arrested in Santa Cruz after colliding with a patrol vehicle and leading police and highway patrol officers on a chase, authorities said.
St. Helena residents say they are still dealing with discolored, foul-smelling water months after the city's water system came under scrutiny in a Napa County Civil Grand Jury report.
Drivers who rely on Interstate 80 between Solano County and the East Bay should expect delays this weekend, as Caltrans is set to close the westbound direction of the Carquinez Bridge for repaving.
A 9-year-old boy crossing a Santa Rosa street on Tuesday night was struck by a passing vehicle, leaving him with significant injuries, aurhorities said.
Villa Marin is self-governed by its residents, who own their apartments and pay an average of $6,000 a month in HOA fees. That includes housekeeping, paddle courts, a library, a salon, and a fully equipped health center with on-site medical staff.
San Jose and Santa Cruz's last 8 p.m. sunset was Aug. 14. San Francisco's last 8 p.m. sunset is Aug. 16. And Santa Rosa's is Aug. 18.
Jacob Cowing returned a punt for an 83-yard touchdown, Eddy Pineiro kicked a pair of field goals and the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Chargers 41-17 on Thursday night in a preseason game.
The San Francisco 49ers will have a few more starters making their preseason debut in a matchup with the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
The San Jose Earthquakes hired Gavin Wilkinson this month to come in as a consultant on roster management to Bruce Arena. It's Wilkinson's past with the Portland Timbers and Thorns that has sparked outrage among some fans.
Joseph Paintsil scored a short-handed goal in the 79th minute to rally the Los Angeles Galaxy to a 1-0 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes.
In a statement Wednesday, LLWS officials said: "There is no place for betting on Little League games and players or any youth sports competition."
An investigation into a fatal hit-and-run crash on U.S. Highway 101 in East Palo Alto Thursday morning led California Highway Patrol officers to a neighborhood in Sunnyvale, authorities said.
Three people have been arrested and charged in connection with a series of armed robberies targeting street vendors in East Oakland earlier this week, prosecutors said.
Automated speed cameras in Oakland have led to a significant drop in speeding drivers after only a few months, according to newly-released data from city officials.
A student at Castlemont High School in Oakland was stabbed during a fight with other students outside the campus, police said.
A 2-year-old girl who was critically injured in a house fire that police say was intentionally set by a relative has died of her injuries at the hospital, the third family member to die in the incident.
Think that back-to-school photo is safe to post online? Bad actors could use AI "nudify" apps to make it X-rated.
There are plenty of different answers, which is understandable, considering how new the technology is to society. Some people use it every day for work; others use it every day without even realizing they're using it.
Former EDD Director and Counsel at Duane Morris LLP Michael Bernick says that while tech layoffs continue to happen, data indicates people can't directly point the finger at AI.
On Aug. 7, Badlands and Toad Hall announced it would pause its use of PatronScan and would check ID's manually.
The lawsuit accuses the social media giant of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing features that addict children to its platforms.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Multiple unpermitted street food vendors in Fairfield were cited for violations last week after inspections found them selling food unsafe for public consumption, authorities said.
After weeks of uncertainty, students at Richmond's John F. Kennedy High School will start their classes on schedule after weeks after toxic chemicals were found underneath the campus.
Sunnyvale police raided smoke shops across the city and seized thousands of illegal products over the past two months, the city's Department of Public Safety said.
Despite a rash of foodborne illnesses in recent months, one expert said the nation's food supply is "remarkably safe." Here's what to know.
The partial term for California's 14th Congressional District ends January 2027, after which the candidate chosen in the November election will serve the next full term.
FBI agents executed search warrants targeting former Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and seized his electronic devices, two sources told CBS News.
California voters will decide in November whether to approve a proposed $11 billion bond aimed at addressing the state's affordable housing and homelessness crises.
Mayor Matt Mahan said this year is consequential due to an updated housing zoning element.
For California's craft distilleries, the ability to ship directly to customers has become an important way to reach consumers beyond their tasting rooms and local restaurants.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in supporting a federal lawsuit challenging Idaho's law that bars transgender students from using school restrooms and other sex-separated facilities that align with their gender identity.
Berlin police did not identify the suspect, who is still at large, by name but said that he was already known to police and is from Berlin.
LGBTQ+ communities have significantly higher rates of unemployment than the general population. Kelsi Thorud reports on how the City of Oakland is empowering LGBTQ+ job seekers during Pride Month.
The fallout over the opposition by a handful of San Francisco Giants players against the team's Pride Night celebrations has prompted an investigation of Major League Baseball by the Trump administration.
Major League Baseball has warned players about writing on their uniforms after San Francisco starter Landen Roupp and two other pitchers added Bible verses to their Pride Night caps on Friday night.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
A blues virtuoso and a wayward Southern belle living in the Bay Area are sharing their recipe for comfort and joy.
Becky G spoke exclusively with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her rise to fame, being the breadwinner of the family at a young age and her new music.
While Outside Lands in San Francisco was expected to attract a quarter million people to San Francisco, another event in the Bay Area also offered music, food and dancing, but with an island flair.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
Andrea Nakano reports.
For months, the tap water across the city of St. Helena has been coming out brown, even as the costs of water bills have more than doubled since 2011. Brad Hamilton reports.
Wahab overcame a flood of outside money for runner-up Melissa Hernandez, who said she likes her chances in a rematch for the next congressional term in November. Kara St. Cyr reports.
A student at Oakland's Castlemont High School was stabbed during a fight with other students. Da Lin reports.
Local leaders in Monterey County are seeking millions in federal funding to expand use of automated license plate reader cameras in several cities to help prevent gang-related violence. Veronica Macias reports.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
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.
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?
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.
