Former KPIX reporter Bill Schechner dies at age 81
Former KPIX reporter and anchor Bill Schechner has passed away at the age of 81 after a long illness according to his longtime friend, journalist, and KPIX colleague Linda Schacht.
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Former boxer's nonprofit using the ring to help at-risk kids battle life's challenges
A former boxer has spent the last 20 years training at-risk children in the sport that gave him a fighting chance at life off the streets.
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.
East Bay elementary school adds sports league with a safe play strategy
Skyhawks Sports Academy is a sports camp in the Bay Area that focuses on safety while still allowing kids the opportunity to learn to play the game.
Historic Black church in Oakland recongregates at Jewish temple following fire
The First African Methodist Episcopal Church hosted its first service Sunday after a three-alarm fire destroyed its building one week ago.
Parishioners vow to rebuild fire-ravaged historic Oakland Black church
As they gathered for a prayer service Monday night, the parishioners of the fire-ravaged historic First African Methodist Episcopal Church vowed to rebuild their home of worship from the ashes left behind.
Franco Finn doesn't have a jump shot, but he's an NBA All-Star this weekend
While the Golden State Warriors will be getting a much-needed break this All-Star Week, Franco Finn will be busy representing the Bay Area at the game in Utah.
Daughter's viral TikTok rescues her family's struggling Santa Rosa restaurant
The power of social media can turn people's lives in a whole new direction.
California prison inmate reentry program provides crucial support to break the cycle
Every year, 30,000 people are released from jails and prisons in California. More than half of them will end up back behind bars. But a new program in Oakland aims to break that cycle, using the experience of those who were once on the inside.
Pandemic prompts barber to set up mobile shop, inspires outreach to unhoused residents
During the pandemic, the regular routine of going to a barber shop or salon was cut short, forcing barbers like Lennotch Taplett to find a new way to stay connected.
Kinfolx helping revive downtown Oakland with gathering space for Black inclusion
One business in downtown Oakland doing what it can to celebrate the heartbeat of connections for Black and Brown people.
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Rep. Ro Khanna endorses Rep. Barbara Lee for U.S. Senate
U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Oakland) picked up an endorsement for her bid for U.S. Senate on Sunday from a fellow Bay Area House member, Ro Khanna (D-Fremont).
Update: Reopening of southbound Hwy 101 in Novato due to PG&E work pushed to 2 p.m.
The reopening of southbound US 101 from Lakeville Highway in Petaluma to Atherton Road in Novato to accommodate gas line work due to a nearby slide has been delayed to 2 p.m., according to officials.
Oakland's live music venue Elbo Room gets new buyer just in time
A popular live music venue in the East Bay decided to call it quits, but on Saturday, the owners learned the Elbo Room will live on after all.
Former Sebastopol mayor gets 7 years in prison for lewd conduct with a minor
A former mayor of Sebastopol got seven years in prison for sexual misconduct with a minor this past week, the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office said.
Berkeley businesses lose big bucks in lengthy power outage
Some East Bay businesses are still recovering from this past Tuesday's destructive storm.
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San Bruno considers interim city manager appointment as search continues
San Bruno city leaders will consider appointment of an interim city manager as it conducts an executive search for a permanent replacement.
Unincorporated San Mateo County minimum wage goes up in April
Those who work for minimum wage in unincorporated San Mateo County will see their hourly rate rise beginning April 1.
SFPD offers $25,000 reward to solve 2020 fatal shooting of 19-year-old
San Francisco police on Friday announced a $25,000 reward for information on the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old man in the city's Bayview District in 2020.
77-year-old San Francisco man missing since Monday, believed to be at-risk
The San Francisco Police Department is asking for the public's help in searching for a 77-year-old Sunset District man who is missing and is believed to be at-risk.
Friends, family and fans grieve death of Wild 94.9 DJ Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift
Family, friends and listeners of a popular morning radio show host got news on Friday they hoped would never come.
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Rep. Ro Khanna endorses Rep. Barbara Lee for U.S. Senate
U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Oakland) picked up an endorsement for her bid for U.S. Senate on Sunday from a fellow Bay Area House member, Ro Khanna (D-Fremont).
Oakland's live music venue Elbo Room gets new buyer just in time
A popular live music venue in the East Bay decided to call it quits, but on Saturday, the owners learned the Elbo Room will live on after all.
Berkeley businesses lose big bucks in lengthy power outage
Some East Bay businesses are still recovering from this past Tuesday's destructive storm.
Union City police locate driver in fatal collision with pedestrian on Alvarado-Niles road
Union City police say they located a man believed to be the driver in a fatal collision that took place Friday on Alvarado-Niles Road.
Car plunges off San Mateo Bridge near Hayward, driver rescued
A vehicle flew off the San Mateo bridge, plunging 15 feet down an embankment Saturday morning on the Hayward side of the bridge, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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Santa Clara County opens warming centers as weekend temps plunge
Warming centers, including seven Santa Clara County libraries, are open over the weekend in the South Bay to serve as refuge for residents in need.
Waste collection services resume in flooded Pajaro community
Monterey County and Waste Management are working together to provide waste collection services in Pajaro, the area hard hit by recent flooding of the Pajaro River due to the fierce atmospheric river storms in recent weeks.
Intel co-founder, creator of Silicon Valley's 'Moore's Law' dies at 94
Intel co-founder Gordon Moore, a Silicon Valley tech pioneer whose "Moore's Law" predicted a steady rise in computing power for decades, died Friday at the age of 94.
Monterey SPCA still caring for over 200 pets after Pajaro flooding
Monterey County's Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has sheltered nearly 250 pets evacuated over the last two weeks due to flooding of the Pajaro River.
Mother dies, 7-year-old son missing at Moss Landing
The U.S. Coast Guard on Thursday suspended the search for a 7-year-old boy whose mother was found dead in the water off Monterey County.
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Update: Reopening of southbound Hwy 101 in Novato due to PG&E work pushed to 2 p.m.
The reopening of southbound US 101 from Lakeville Highway in Petaluma to Atherton Road in Novato to accommodate gas line work due to a nearby slide has been delayed to 2 p.m., according to officials.
Former Sebastopol mayor gets 7 years in prison for lewd conduct with a minor
A former mayor of Sebastopol got seven years in prison for sexual misconduct with a minor this past week, the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office said.
Napa County deputies arrest former winery employee in $10,000 wine theft
Authorities in Napa County arrested a man on suspicion of grand theft and vehicle theft Friday after he allegedly stole $10,000 in wine
Silverado Trail closed north of St. Helena due to downed power lines
Silverado Trail is closed north of St. Helena due to downed power lines Friday morning, Napa County officials said.
Two arrested in Petaluma suspected of vehicle theft, drug possession
Police in Petaluma on Thursday arrested two suspects in connection with a vehicle theft and other crimes.
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Sharks fall to Flames 5-3
The Calgary Flames kept their playoff hopes alive with a big 5-3 win over the San Jose Sharks on Saturday.
Warriors rally back from 11 down to beat 76ers
The Golden State Warriors rallied past Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers 120-112 on Friday night.
Miami beats No. 1 seed Houston; all four top NCAA seeds out
Knocking No. 1 seed Houston out of the NCAA Tournament made Jim Larrañaga feel like dancing.
49ers hope Panthers kicker Zane Gonzalez can match Gould standard
The 49ers have found their potential replacement for longtime kicker Robbie Gould after agreeing to acquire Zane Gonzalez from the Panthers on Friday.
Mavs' Doncic fined $35K over gesture toward officials during loss to Warriors
Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic was fined $35,000 on Friday for directing a money sign toward officials in the final seconds of a loss to Golden State.
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Former Sebastopol mayor gets 7 years in prison for lewd conduct with a minor
A former mayor of Sebastopol got seven years in prison for sexual misconduct with a minor this past week, the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office said.
2 Oakland men charged with schemes to sell drugs in SF Tenderloin
Two Oakland residents have been charged with separate schemes to distribute drugs in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, prosecutors said.
Brazen burglary spree targets Oakland Chinatown businesses
Oakland Chinatown businesses are demanding more police presence following a string of burglaries on Thursday morning.
Antioch man charged with killing unborn baby in stabbing of pregnant woman, children
A 37-year-old man has been charged with murder and other felonies for stabbing his pregnant partner and her two children in Antioch last weekend, the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office announced Friday.
Napa County deputies arrest former winery employee in $10,000 wine theft
Authorities in Napa County arrested a man on suspicion of grand theft and vehicle theft Friday after he allegedly stole $10,000 in wine
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Intel co-founder, creator of Silicon Valley's 'Moore's Law' dies at 94
Intel co-founder Gordon Moore, a Silicon Valley tech pioneer whose "Moore's Law" predicted a steady rise in computing power for decades, died Friday at the age of 94.
Truckers preview next-generation electric big rigs at Port of Stockton
Northern California truck drivers and fleet operators got a look at the latest in electric-power, big rig technology at the Port of Stockton on Thursday.
Senators order former Silicon Valley Bank CEO to testify
Leaders of the Senate's banking committee on Thursday warned former chief executive officers at the failed Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank that they expect them to testify before the panel, saying in a letter to each: "you must answer for the bank's downfall."
VR 360 View: Dude, Where's My Driver? -- Take a 360-degree ride inside of a fully autonomous car
From the engineering prowess of the Golden Gate Bridge to its earthquake-resistant skyscrapers, San Francisco has always been ahead of the curve.
SVB collapse: CalPERS, public pension losses from bank failures seen as minor
When two tech-linked U.S. banks failed this month, among the investors who lost millions were public-sector pension funds responsible for ensuring the retirements of teachers, firefighters and other government workers.
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$25 / hour minimum wage proposed for California health workers
State lawmakers hope a minimum wage of $25 for all healthcare workers in California will help with a shortage in that industry, introducing legislation this session at the Capitol.
3 deaths linked to recalled eye drops
Three people have died from a drug-resistant bacteria linked to recalled eye drops. Manuel Bojorquez talks with one man who lost his sight following an infection.
Nurses at MarinHealth Medical Center reach deal, avert strike
Nurses with MarinHealth in the Marin County community of Greenbrae reached a tentative contract agreement subsequently avoiding a strike that would have started Tuesday.
California bill would ban food products, candies containing certain chemical additives
Some chemicals linked to health issues have been banned in food products in the European Union, while the United States has allowed use at levels determined safe. A bill recently introduced in the California State Assembly could start to change that.
Oakland extends mask mandate in city-owned buildings through July 2023
The Oakland City Council opted this week to extend the requirement to wear a mask in city-owned facilities through at least July 1, 2023.
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Rep. Ro Khanna endorses Rep. Barbara Lee for U.S. Senate
U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Oakland) picked up an endorsement for her bid for U.S. Senate on Sunday from a fellow Bay Area House member, Ro Khanna (D-Fremont).
Trump calls for "final battle" in 2024 in first official campaign rally
The rally in Waco, Texas, comes a week after the former president claimed he would be "arrested."
Idaho governor signs firing squad execution bill into law
Idaho is now the fifth state to allow execution by firing squad, according to the Death Penalty Information Center.
$25 / hour minimum wage proposed for California health workers
State lawmakers hope a minimum wage of $25 for all healthcare workers in California will help with a shortage in that industry, introducing legislation this session at the Capitol.
San Bruno considers interim city manager appointment as search continues
San Bruno city leaders will consider appointment of an interim city manager as it conducts an executive search for a permanent replacement.
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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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Former KPIX reporter Bill Schechner dies at age 81
Former KPIX reporter and anchor Bill Schechner has passed away at the age of 81 after a long illness according to his longtime friend, journalist, and KPIX colleague Linda Schacht.
Friends, family and fans grieve death of Wild 94.9 DJ Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift
Family, friends and listeners of a popular morning radio show host got news on Friday they hoped would never come.
Missing Wild 94.9 DJ Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift found dead at Pier 39 in San Francisco
The body of missing Wild 94.9 radio DJ Jeffrey Vandergrift, popularly known as "JV" on air, has been found after he went missing in February.
Gisele Bündchen breaks silence on divorce from Tom Brady
Months after their divorce was announced, Gisele Bündchen spoke with Vanity Fair about her marriage to now-retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady.
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
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Dude, Where's My Driver?; Take a 360 degree ride inside of a fully autonomous car
From the engineering prowess of the Golden Gate Bridge to its earthquake-resistant skyscrapers, San Francisco has always been ahead of the curve.
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.
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PIX Now -- Sunday morning headlines from the KPIX newsroom
CBS News Bay Area morning edition headlines for Sunday, March 26, 2023.
Sunday morning First Alert weather forecast
KPIX meteorologist Darren Peck looks ahead to the next big storm arriving late Monday night (3-26-2023)
At least 26 dead after tornado causes destruction across Mississippi and Alabama
Cristian Benavides reports on swath of destruction left by powerful tornado in Mississippi (3-26-2023)
Oakland live music venue the Elbo Room gets new buyer just in time
Betty Yu reports on venerable music venue getting a new buyer a week ahead of its last scheduled concert (3-26-2023)
Berkeley businesses lose big bucks in lengthy power outage
The latest winter storm knocked out power to thousands of customers in the Bay Area and Da Lin spoke to Berkeley business owners who lost a lot of money. (3-25-23)
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Former boxer's nonprofit using the ring to help at-risk kids battle life's challenges
A former boxer has spent the last 20 years training at-risk children in the sport that gave him a fighting chance at life off the streets.
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.
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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.