3.5 earthquake shakes area near Hollister along San Benito-Monterey County line
A small earthquake shook an area of San Benito County near Hollister Thursday morning just east of the Monterey County line.
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Humboldt quake update: New Year's Day shaker damages at least 20 apartments
At least 20 apartments were damaged by the latest earthquake to rattle the region of Northern California where a stronger quake nearly two weeks ago killed two people and knocked homes off their foundations, authorities said Monday.
Magnitude 5.4 earthquake strikes near Rio Dell in Humboldt County
A magnitude 5.4 earthquake centered near one of the towns that suffered the most damage in last month's deadly temblor rattled residents in Humboldt County Sunday morning.
New magnitude 4.1 earthquake rattles Humboldt County
Residents in Humboldt County got another shaking late Saturday morning when a magnitude 4.1 earthquake struck in the region, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
'It felt like the end of world;' Shocked residents forge ahead after Humboldt quake
Outside the Dollar General, the store manager ticked off the items she had to share with families trying to jumpstart their lives after an earthquake jolted them from their beds and cut off the town's water and power.
Quake-damaged communities face daunting recovery following Humboldt County shaker
Some communities damaged in Tuesday's 6.4 magnitude earthquake on the Humboldt County coast are looking at a challenging road to recovery.
3.3 magnitude earthquake hits Union City
A 3.3 magnitude earthquake hit Union City Wednesday evening and was felt in surrounding East Bay communities.
California earthquake early warning system alerted 3 million residents of Humboldt quake
California's earthquake early warning system notified more than three million people about Tuesday's 6.4 magnitude earthquake in Humboldt County seconds before it struck, state officials announced Wednesday.
Aftershocks rattle buildings and nerves in Humboldt County; Thousands still without power
Aftershocks rattled buildings and nerves Wednesday as the earth continued to move along the Humboldt County coast more than 24 hours after a 6.4 earthquake rocked the region.
Update: Gov. Newsom declares state of emergency after deadly NorCal quake
Two elderly residents died, 12 others injured and businesses and homes damaged when a 6.4 magnitude earthquake followed by nearly 80 aftershocks rocked the Humboldt County coastline Tuesday.
2014 Napa quake sparked idea for 'Seismocon' device to test home's structural integrity
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?
Magnitude 2.9 quake centered near Mount Diablo rattles East Bay
Portions of the East Bay were shaken by a small earthquake late Saturday afternoon.
3.0 quake near Mount Hamilton shakes South Bay
A small earthquake measuring 3.0 magnitude rattled the South Bay Wednesday afternoon, hitting in the same area where a 5.1 magnitude quake struck last month.
6.2 earthquake shakes Mexico's Baja California peninsula
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck the northern portion of the Baja California peninsula in Mexico Tuesday morning.
5.1 quake gave some South Bay students a crash course in earthquake safety
For many young people in San Jose, Tuesday's 5.1 magnitude earthquake on the Calaveras Fault was their very first.
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'Dragon' storm front brings showers back to the Bay Area
A pair of weather fronts, swirling off the Pacific Northwest coast, sent bands of showers into the Bay Area Friday, bringing another dose of precipitation to the region recovering from 3 years of drought.
Officials: Snowmelt flood fears creep into state's water outlook for 2023
Nothing epitomizes Mother Nature's schizophrenic grip on California more than the latest snow survey results from the state's water officials.
Dangerously cold temperatures to linger in Bay Area through early Wednesday
The National Weather Service on Monday warned cold temperatures are expected to continue in the evening and early morning hours across the region through Wednesday morning.
CHP finds homeless woman dead in tent near I-580 in Oakland after cold night
California Highway Patrol said officers found a dead homeless woman in a tent Monday morning along Interstate Highway 580 in Oakland after a cold night.
Tahoe deep freeze; Sierra braces for coldest temperatures in decade
Across the Tahoe Basin, residents were bracing for the arrival Sunday night of some of the coldest temperatures in years as a deep freeze descends on Northern California.
California's recent flooding could set the stage for a dangerous wildfire season
California's weather whiplash this winter could be setting the stage for a dangerous wildfire season.
Following storms, San Francisco's water reservoirs see helpful increases in levels
Water storage levels for San Francisco residents are at significantly high levels thanks to heavy rainfall in December and January, according to data from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission.
Wind advisory warns of 60 mph gusts in parts of Bay Area
The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory on Sunday morning for most of the Bay Area and portions of Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Benito Counties
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Search continues for man who fired blanks inside S.F. synagogue
Police in San Francisco are still trying to identify a man who walked into a Jewish synagogue this week, pulled out a pistol and fired blanks in front of the worshipers inside.
Bay Area police chiefs meet to wrestle with issues of diversity, staffing
A one-of-a-kind meeting this week where most of the Black police chiefs in the Bay Area held a summit and talked about solutions to hiring and retaining officers and ways to build trust in the communities.
Mission artist explores Hispanic traditions through sculptures, 'words of wisdom'
A new art exhibit opening in San Francisco's Mission district on Saturday is celebrating Hispanic tradition through sculpture.
California backs down from requiring COVID-19 vaccine to attend schools
Children in California won't have to get the coronavirus vaccine to attend schools, state public health officials confirmed Friday, ending one of the last major restrictions of the pandemic in the nation's most populous state.
Mass shooting throws spotlight on California farmworker living conditions
A Half Moon Bay Farmworker Advocate will attend President Joe Biden's State of the Union Address next week.
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Search continues for man who fired blanks inside S.F. synagogue
Police in San Francisco are still trying to identify a man who walked into a Jewish synagogue this week, pulled out a pistol and fired blanks in front of the worshipers inside.
Mission artist explores Hispanic traditions through sculptures, 'words of wisdom'
A new art exhibit opening in San Francisco's Mission district on Saturday is celebrating Hispanic tradition through sculpture.
Suspect in horrific San Carlos beheading found competent to stand trial
The man charged in the brutal beheading of a young mother on a street in San Carlos last year has been found competent to stand trial, prosecutors said.
Update: Jury rules Musk, Tesla not liable in shareholder lawsuit over funding tweets
A jury on Friday ruled Tesla CEO Elon Musk did not mislead investors in 2018 with a tweet about a Tesla buyout which the investors say cost them billions of dollars.
SF court of appeals approves mandatory body cams in 6 California prisons
On Thursday, a unanimous panel of the Court of Appeals affirmed, in great part, two 2020 orders of the district court that required the state to develop plans to remedy ongoing violations of earlier court orders. The plans required, among eight specific remedies, the use of fixed surveillance cameras and body-worn cameras in six state prisons.
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Helicopter video: Watch 100 mph-plus pursuit on I-80 in East Bay
Two suspects trying to evade capture raced down I-80 and onto the streets of Oakland at speeds of over 100 mph before being arrested while attempting to flee on foot.
El Cerrito counted among state's "prohousing" communities
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the designation of three additional places in the state as "prohousing," according to a release from the governor's office on Friday.
Helicopter video: Watch early morning CHP chase of stolen truck suspect
An alleged truck thief was captured early Friday after a CHP pursuit onto the streets of Oakland
Teenage boy killed in early morning Oakland shooting
A 17-year-old boy was shot and killed Friday morning in the Eastmont neighborhood of Oakland.
Lunar New Year celebrated with zodiac rabbit mural in Concord
Along Willow Pass Road in Concord sits a parking structure beaming with a artistic celebration reflecting the Bay Area's Asian-American culture.
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Mass shooting throws spotlight on California farmworker living conditions
A Half Moon Bay Farmworker Advocate will attend President Joe Biden's State of the Union Address next week.
Palo Alto Police: Scammers use trick to steal necklace from woman
Police in Palo Alto are searching for two suspects who apparently tricked a woman to steal her necklace Thursday morning.
Santa Clara man arrested, charged in January 6 Capitol riot
A South Bay man was arrested this week and faces multiple charges for his alleged role in participating in the violent attack at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.
State awards $375M to extend BART into downtown San Jose, Santa Clara
The state has awarded $375 million to a Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority project extending BART another 6 miles and four stations into downtown San Jose and Santa Clara.
Suspect arrested after Pacific Grove crime spree -- carjackings, kidnapping, resisting arrest
A 36-year-old Seaside man has been arrested after an alleged crime spree that included carjackings, a kidnapping and resisting being taken into custody.
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Man robs Santa Rosa bank; Police seek public's help
A masked man robbed a bank Friday afternoon in Santa Rosa and police were seeking help from the public in finding the suspect.
Missing kayaker found dead in Tomales Bay
A kayaker who went missing this week after entering Tomales Bay in Marin County has been found dead by a search crew, authorities said Thursday.
Auto burglary suspect arrested after chase on Highway 80 in Fairfield
A burglary suspect in Fairfield led police and California Highway Patrol officers on Interstate Highway 80 before being arrested, police announced Thursday.
COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Rohnert Park, Roseland closing by end of month
Sonoma County officials announced Thursday that the COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Rohnert Park and Roseland will close by the end of the month.
1 dead, 2 critically hurt in shooting, stabbing that followed Santa Rosa street dispute
A man was killed and two others were in critical condition following a brawl that ended in a stabbing and shooting in Santa Rosa overnight.
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California latest state making flag football a girls' high school sport
California approved a plan Friday to make flag football a girls' high school sport amid soaring popularity of the game and a push to get more female athletes on the field.
Nuggets beat Warriors 134-117
The Nuggets romped to a 134-117 win over the short-handed Warriors Thursday night.
Black-led group of investors has big plans to redevelop Oakland Coliseum site
The next chapter for the Oakland Coliseum is beginning to take shape, with a new landmark agreement that could possibly bring a new sports team to the facility.
49ers star Fred Warner's wife will "never" return to the Philly's Linc
In a recent TikTok, Sydney Warner said she was heckled by Eagles fans.
Warriors fall to Timberwolves in OT; 3-game win streak snapped
D'Angelo Russell scored 14 of his 29 points in the fourth quarter, Anthony Edwards took over in overtime after Russell fouled out and the Minnesota Timberwolves outlasted the Golden State Warriors 119-114 on Wednesday night.
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Search continues for man who fired blanks inside S.F. synagogue
Police in San Francisco are still trying to identify a man who walked into a Jewish synagogue this week, pulled out a pistol and fired blanks in front of the worshipers inside.
Suspect in horrific San Carlos beheading found competent to stand trial
The man charged in the brutal beheading of a young mother on a street in San Carlos last year has been found competent to stand trial, prosecutors said.
Man robs Santa Rosa bank; Police seek public's help
A masked man robbed a bank Friday afternoon in Santa Rosa and police were seeking help from the public in finding the suspect.
SF court of appeals approves mandatory body cams in 6 California prisons
On Thursday, a unanimous panel of the Court of Appeals affirmed, in great part, two 2020 orders of the district court that required the state to develop plans to remedy ongoing violations of earlier court orders. The plans required, among eight specific remedies, the use of fixed surveillance cameras and body-worn cameras in six state prisons.
4 arrested, 23 pounds of narcotics seized in SFPD drug investigation
Four people, including a juvenile, were arrested and 23 pounds of narcotics were seized this week as part of a drug investigation.
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Update: Jury rules Musk, Tesla not liable in shareholder lawsuit over funding tweets
A jury on Friday ruled Tesla CEO Elon Musk did not mislead investors in 2018 with a tweet about a Tesla buyout which the investors say cost them billions of dollars.
A first-generation iPhone is expected to go for $50,000 at auction
The 2007 phone, which is still sealed and in its box, was likely bought for $499 to $599.
Apple suffers 1st quarterly sales decline in nearly 4 years
Apple on Thursday posted its first quarterly revenue drop in nearly four years after pandemic-driven restrictions on its China factories curtailed sales of the latest iPhone during the holiday season.
Google parent Alphabet posts lower Q4 profit amid ad squeeze, competition
Google's parent company Alphabet on Thursday posted lower profit and a small revenue increase for last year's fourth quarter, as a decline in online ad spending and competition from rivals weigh on the search giant.
Google 'rater' contract workers rally at Mountain View headquarters to demand higher pay
Dozens of Google workers from across the country rallied at Google headquarters Wednesday to demand higher wages and benefits from Google's parent company Alphabet.
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California backs down from requiring COVID-19 vaccine to attend schools
Children in California won't have to get the coronavirus vaccine to attend schools, state public health officials confirmed Friday, ending one of the last major restrictions of the pandemic in the nation's most populous state.
Newsom rescinds state of emergency for mpox in California
Gov. Gavin Newsom rescinded the statewide emergency declaration for mpox this week, citing that state residents are no longer in "extreme peril" due to the virus.
Eye drops linked to drug-resistant bacteria outbreak
Federal health officials are advising people to stop using over-the-counter eye drops that have been linked to an outbreak of drug-resistant infections.
Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
Santa Clara County to close mass COVID-19 vaccination, testing sites in late February
Santa Clara County will close its mass COVID-19 vaccination and testing sites by the end of the month as they are no longer essential to the county's pandemic response, county officials said Wednesday.
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California backs down from requiring COVID-19 vaccine to attend schools
Children in California won't have to get the coronavirus vaccine to attend schools, state public health officials confirmed Friday, ending one of the last major restrictions of the pandemic in the nation's most populous state.
Mass shooting throws spotlight on California farmworker living conditions
A Half Moon Bay Farmworker Advocate will attend President Joe Biden's State of the Union Address next week.
SF court of appeals approves mandatory body cams in 6 California prisons
On Thursday, a unanimous panel of the Court of Appeals affirmed, in great part, two 2020 orders of the district court that required the state to develop plans to remedy ongoing violations of earlier court orders. The plans required, among eight specific remedies, the use of fixed surveillance cameras and body-worn cameras in six state prisons.
FEMA disaster assistance for storm damage available for San Mateo County residents
Many people in San Mateo County are still cleaning up the damage from the January storms, but residents should be able to get a hand from the federal government as they pick up the pieces.
El Cerrito counted among state's "prohousing" communities
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the designation of three additional places in the state as "prohousing," according to a release from the governor's office on Friday.
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LGBTQ+ community center in San Jose host Christmas 'orphans' for holiday celebration
Devin Fehely reports on the welcoming Christmas celebration held at the Billy DeFrank Community Center in San Jose (12-24-2022)
Biden signs Respect for Marriage Act, enshrining marriage equality in federal law
Debra Alfarone reports on the star-studded celebration held to mark President Biden's signing of the Respect for Marriage Act (12-13-2022)
State Sen. Scott Wiener again targeted with bomb threat
Police in San Francisco responded to State Sen. Scott Wiener's home early Tuesday morning to search for potential bombs amid a new wave of threats against the senator.
Supreme Court hears new case pitting free speech against gay rights
Nicole D'Antonio on the Supreme Court hearing a Colorado case of a web designer refusing to work with same-sex couples (12-5-2022)
Sen. Padilla officiates SF City Hall wedding in celebration of Respect for Marriage Act
San Francisco Mayor London Breed and other elected officials Friday at the steps of City Hall celebrated the repealing of the Defense of Marriage Act and the U.S. Senate's passage of the Respect for Marriage Act.
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Mission artist explores Hispanic traditions through sculptures, 'words of wisdom'
A new art exhibit opening in San Francisco's Mission district on Saturday is celebrating Hispanic tradition through sculpture.
Obama portraits make a stop at the deYoung as part of nationwide tour
It was standing room only at the deYoung Museum, with people coming to get a glimpse of American royalty and perhaps closer to the American dream.
Golden girls from the Golden Age of Chinatown dance into new year
A group of golden girls from the golden age of San Francisco's Chinatown still regularly takes to the stage to pay homage to their past.
Bay Area blues legend Taj Majal talks about Grammy-nominated album 'Get On Board'
Bay Area blues legend Taj Majal talks to CBS News Bay Area about his Grammy-nominated collaboration with longtime friend Ry Cooder that pays tribute to blues duo Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.
Jessy Wilson on 'Keep Rising' anthem and the hope it brings
Singer-songwriter Jessy Wilson was ready to give up her musical dream when a film about female African warriors showed her the power of perseverance.
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New program helps prisoners' wives cope when life brings love and incarceration
Coping with the incarceration of a loved one can be overwhelming and cause lasting health issues for wives on the outside. The Compassion Prison Project is trying to help them.
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.
Norway's reform inspires California to make prison life more humane
A new push within the state prison system aims to reduce recidivism and the solution could be found more than 5,000 miles away.
Identity Thieves Earn Cyber Cash, Stick Victims With Tax Bill
Imagine getting a bunch of tax documents telling you and the IRS about a large sum of money you made when, in fact, you never received a penny of it.
Ukrainians Seeking Shelter With Bay Area Families Face Closed Doors, Red Tape
Many in the Bay Area want their Ukrainian relatives to find safe haven here but the obstacles they're facing are formidable.
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Mission District artist explores Hispanic traditions and 'words of wisdom'
A new art exhibition celebrating some Hispanic traditions for sculpture opens in the Mission District on Saturday. Jose Martinez reports. (2-3-23)
Grammy Awards: Los Tigres Del Norte nominated for Best Regional Mexican Music Album
San Jose Norteño group Los Tigres Del Norte is the only Mexican group to win 6 Grammy awards and 12 Latin Grammys. Gianna Franco speaks with group members Jorge Hernández, Eduardo Hernández and Luis Hernández
Grammy Awards: East Bay hip hop group Alphabet Rockers up for Best Children's Album
Members of hip hop group Alphabet Rockers, 14-year-old Maya Fleming; 15-year-old Tommy Shepherd III, and 14-year-old Kali De Jesus offer their reactions to their Grammy nomination.
Mass shooting throws spotlight on California farmworker living conditions
The mass shooting in Half Moon Bay exposed the plight of California farmworkers and a study is shedding light on their experiences. Mary Lee reports. (2-3-23)
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Antioch man who overcame tough circumstances leads students by example
An East Bay man who was incarcerated as a young person turned his life around, and now he's guiding at-risk kids toward their own paths to success.
Watch the Jefferson Awards ceremony live on Feb. 8 at 6 p.m.
The annual ceremony celebrating public service in the San Francisco Bay Area -- the Jefferson Awards -- will be streamed on KPIX.com live on Feb. 8 at 6 p.m.
Opioid addiction tragedy drives Sebastopol couple to help others through 'Micah's Hugs'
A Sebastopol couple's fight against drug addiction is personal, and they are channeling their own family's grief into helping others avoid the same fate.
Nonprofit Empower Work helps people deal with discrimination, harassment on the job
An estimated 40 million American small business employees don't feel like they have enough resources to deal with on-the-job harassment, discrimination, or other serious issues.
Alameda parent takes school music program into her own hands
When one Alameda mother discovered that her children's school lacked a thriving music program, she orchestrated her own solution.
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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.