Millions of U.S. women face obstacles to getting maternity care
More than a third of counties in the U.S. don't have a hospital or birth center that offers obstetric care or any obstetric health care providers, one report says.
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Butler sworn in to replace late California Sen. Feinstein, third Black female senator in US history
Former union leader and Democratic insider Laphonza Butler has been sworn in as the newest member of the U.S. Senate, replacing California Sen. Dianne Feinstein after her death and becoming only the third Black female senator in history.
Gov. Newsom signs law to protect doctors who mail abortion pills to other states
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law protecting doctors and pharmacists who mail abortion pills to patients in other states.
California sues anti-abortion organizations for unproven treatment to reverse medication abortions
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has sued an anti-abortion group and a chain of anti-abortion counseling centers, saying the organizations misled women when they offered them unproven treatments to reverse medication abortions.
Harris dismisses GOP claims on Democrats' abortion stance
Vice President Kamala Harris called the claims that Democrats support abortions up until birth "ridiculous" and a "mischaracterization of the point."
Ohio voters reject Issue 1 in major victory for abortion rights backers
Voters in Ohio rejected a measure known as Issue 1 that would have raised the bar for constitutional amendments on the ballot.
USF dean blasts Sen. Tuberville's attempt to change Pentagon abortion policy
Dr. Eileen Fry-Bowers, USF school of nursing dean, is a veteran who believes the Alabama's U.S. senator's hold on military appointments will negatively impact the health of women who serve. Lauren Toms reports. (7-31-23)
Newsom, Bay Area officials speak on 1-year anniversary of overturning Roe v. Wade
Gov. Gavin Newsom and Bay Area elected officials spoke out on Saturday marking the one-year anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
One year after Roe v. Wade's reversal, warnings about abortion become reality
In the wake of the Supreme Court's bombshell decision overturning Roe v. Wade, the landscape surrounding abortion access has shifted dramatically.
Biden admin faces questions from appeals court in abortion pill case
Anti-abortion groups claim the FDA's green light of mifepristone forces them into situations where they must perform elective abortions.
San Francisco repealing boycott of anti-LGBT states
The ban on city-funded travel to 30 states San Francisco says restrict abortion, voting and LGBTQ rights is being scrapped after the city determined it's doing more harm than good.
SCOTUS delays abortion pill ruling
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito extended a temporary pause of a lower court order that limited use of the widely used abortion pill mifepristone to Friday. Access to the pill still stands while the court makes its final decision. Jan Crawford reports from the Supreme Court.
Supreme Court puts abortion pill ruling on hold for now
Limits on how late into a pregnancy the drug can be taken, who can prescribe it and how it can be dispensed were set to take effect Saturday at 1 a.m.
Federal appeals court makes ruling to preserve access to abortion pill for now
Skyler Hentry reports on the ruling by a federal appeals court that allows continued access to the abortion pill with some restrictions (4-13-2023)
Justice Dept, drug maker ask Supreme Court to intervene in abortion pill ruling
Attorney General Merrick Garland said in a statement the Justice Department "strongly disagrees" with the decision from an appeals court.
California, Massachusetts begin stockpiling abortion pill
California secured about two million pills, while Massachusetts purchased about 15,000.
Texas federal judge halts FDA approval of abortion pill; DOJ filing appeal
The FDA approved mifepristone more than 20 years ago.
Newsom orders state to end Walgreens contract after abortion dispute
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday withdrew a $54 million contract with Walgreens after the pharmacy giant indicated it would not sell an abortion pill by mail in some conservative-led states.
Newsom says California won't do business with Walgreens over abortion pill stance
Governor Gavin Newsom says the state will no longer do business with the Walgreens drug store chain over its position on providing abortion pills.
Walgreens says it won't sell abortion pills by mail in 20 states
The decision comes as a federal judge is set to rule on a lawsuit that seeks to restrict access to Mifepristone.
Democratic governors from 20 states form alliance on abortion rights
Democratic governors in 20 states are launching a network intended to strengthen abortion access in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court decision nixing a woman's constitutional right to end a pregnancy and instead shifting regulatory powers over the procedure to state governments.
Vice President Harris to push abortion fight on 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade
Vice President Kamala Harris will headline the White House's commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade on Sunday, a bitter historical milestone for the Biden administration after the U.S. Supreme Court rolled back the national right to abortion.
State Attorney General Bonta urges Apple to protect reproductive health data
Backed by a coalition of 10 other attorneys general, California Attorney General Rob Bonta urged Apple to protect people's reproductive health information from third-party apps.
The role of abortion in the 2022 midterm elections
While Democrats campaigned on the issue, anti-abortion groups slammed GOP candidates for taking the "ostrich strategy: burying their heads in the sand and running" from abortion.
Californians vote to protect abortion in state constitution
Voters in heavily Democratic California on Tuesday resoundingly approved a ballot measure to enshrine the right to abortion and contraception in the state constitution.
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Gas leak at CYO Camp in Sonoma County overcomes more than a dozen campers; 2 hospitalized
A gas leak at a Sonoma County youth camp Tuesday affected more than a dozen campers and staff and sent two people to the hospital, authorities said.
5th group of hostages released after Israel, Hamas extend cease-fire
Twelve more hostages who were held in Gaza were released on Tuesday, according to the Red Cross and the IDF, as a temporary cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas continued into a fifth day.
House begins latest effort to expel George Santos after damning ethics probe
The House will try for a third time this year to expel New York Rep. George Santos after the Ethics Committee released a scathing report detailing his alleged lawbreaking.
Woman pleads not guilty to manslaughter in fatal head-on crash in South San Francisco
A 40-year-old woman has pleaded not guilty to felony vehicular manslaughter for allegedly causing a head-on crash that killed another driver in South San Francisco last week, prosecutors said Tuesday.
UC Berkeley, Harvard to research influence of psychedelics on society and culture
University of California, Berkeley and Harvard University announced this month that the two institutions received funding to begin research into how psychedelics have influenced art, literature and society.
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Gas leak at CYO Camp in Sonoma County overcomes more than a dozen campers; 2 hospitalized
A gas leak at a Sonoma County youth camp Tuesday affected more than a dozen campers and staff and sent two people to the hospital, authorities said.
House begins latest effort to expel George Santos after damning ethics probe
The House will try for a third time this year to expel New York Rep. George Santos after the Ethics Committee released a scathing report detailing his alleged lawbreaking.
Woman pleads not guilty to manslaughter in fatal head-on crash in South San Francisco
A 40-year-old woman has pleaded not guilty to felony vehicular manslaughter for allegedly causing a head-on crash that killed another driver in South San Francisco last week, prosecutors said Tuesday.
UC Berkeley, Harvard to research influence of psychedelics on society and culture
University of California, Berkeley and Harvard University announced this month that the two institutions received funding to begin research into how psychedelics have influenced art, literature and society.
Rosalynn Carter honored in service attended by Jimmy Carter
Former President Jimmy Carter, who turned 99 last month, was in attendance, watching family and friends pay tribute to former first lady Rosalynn Carter.
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Woman pleads not guilty to manslaughter in fatal head-on crash in South San Francisco
A 40-year-old woman has pleaded not guilty to felony vehicular manslaughter for allegedly causing a head-on crash that killed another driver in South San Francisco last week, prosecutors said Tuesday.
Pacifica man visits Israel as Hamas releases 2 of his family members
A Pacifica man's family was released as part of a hostage exchange between Hamas and Israel while he was staying in the country.
Boy Scouts support Bay Area food banks with annual campaign
Bay Area members of the Boy Scouts of America helped to collect thousands of pounds of donations for local food banks this month as part of an annual campaign to help those in need.
Mission District street vendor ban in leaves sellers looking for solutions
As a new 90-day ban on street vendors selling merchandise on Mission Street took effect Monday morning, vendors were struggling to figure out where they would be able to sell their wares.
Update: 5-year-old girl who died after rescue near Half Moon Bay identified
The San Mateo County Coroner on Monday identified the 5-year-old girl who died after being pulled from the ocean at Martins Beach near Half Moon Bay over the weekend.
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UC Berkeley, Harvard to research influence of psychedelics on society and culture
University of California, Berkeley and Harvard University announced this month that the two institutions received funding to begin research into how psychedelics have influenced art, literature and society.
Oakland is getting a new minor league team -- the Oakland B's
Oakland is getting a new minor league baseball team that will call themselves the Oakland B's, short for Ballers.
Sheriff to hold inquest into death of woman in fiery crash during Highway 4 CHP chase
Contra Costa County Sheriff-Coroner David Livingston will hold an inquest Friday into the death of a Pittsburg woman who was killed in Antioch when she crashed on an on-ramp to state Highway 4 while fleeing from CHP officers in February.
Man sentenced for placing hidden camera in Starbucks bathroom in Walnut Creek
A man was sentenced to two years in prison for three counts of eavesdropping and two counts of invasion of privacy after he installed hidden cameras in a restroom at a Walnut Creek Starbucks.
Family searches for Piedmont mother who vanished in Houston after failing to get on plane
It's been five days since a 36-year-old Piedmont resident and mother of two vanished in Houston.
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Suspected DUI driver arrested after fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash in San Jose
Police arrested a suspected DUI driver who allegedly hit a pedestrian and fled early Sunday in South San Jose.
Pedestrian in South San Jose killed in early morning crash
A pedestrian died after a vehicle collision at the intersection of Capitol Expressway and Copperfield Drive in San Jose
Fire reported at homeless encampment in San Jose
The California Highway Patrol on Sunday said a homeless encampment in San Jose was reportedly on fire.
Christmas in the Park keeps South Bay family tradition glowing strong
It's officially that time of year again and what better way to kick off the holiday season than taking in Christmas in the Park in San Jose?
Caltrain electrification work to suspend service between San Jose Diridon, Tamien stations
Caltrain will suspend some service beginning Monday between its San Jose Diridon and Tamien stations to accommodate electrification work.
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Gas leak at CYO Camp in Sonoma County overcomes more than a dozen campers; 2 hospitalized
A gas leak at a Sonoma County youth camp Tuesday affected more than a dozen campers and staff and sent two people to the hospital, authorities said.
Mountain lion spotted in Rohnert Park neighborhood
Residents of a Rohnert Park neighborhood were alerted after a mountain lion was spotted near homes Tuesday morning.
Early morning fire burns Caltrans offices in San Rafael near Hwy 101/580 interchange
A fire burned a Caltrans building in San Rafael early Monday morning, authorities said.
Napa police arrest man suspected of setting grass fire Saturday
A suspect was apprehended after police responded to reports of a man igniting a field in Napa on Saturday.
North Bay food bank provides assistance to the sight-impaired
A Santa Rosa food bank is providing special assistance for the vision-impaired community in the North Bay.
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Oakland is getting a new minor league team -- the Oakland B's
Oakland is getting a new minor league baseball team that will call themselves the Oakland B's, short for Ballers.
Luke Kunin scores go-ahead power play goal as Sharks beat Capitals 2-1
Luke Kunin scored a go-ahead power-play goal in the third period, Mackenzie Blackwood stopped 33 shots, and the San Jose Sharks beat the Washington Capitals 2-1.
Chiefs rally from 14 down to beat Raiders
The Chiefs ended their three-game second-half scoring drought to rally past the Raiders 31-17 on Sunday.
Mikael Granlund breaks tie early in 3rd period, Sharks beat Canucks 4-3
Mikael Granlund broke a tie 22 seconds into the third period, Ty Emberson scored his first career NHL goal and the San Jose Sharks beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 on Saturday night for their fourth victory in the first 21 games.
Washington couple make bizarre bets whenever 49ers play Seahawks
For 18 years, a Washington couple have made high-stakes joke bets when the Niners and Seahawks face off.
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Woman pleads not guilty to manslaughter in fatal head-on crash in South San Francisco
A 40-year-old woman has pleaded not guilty to felony vehicular manslaughter for allegedly causing a head-on crash that killed another driver in South San Francisco last week, prosecutors said Tuesday.
Man sentenced for placing hidden camera in Starbucks bathroom in Walnut Creek
A man was sentenced to two years in prison for three counts of eavesdropping and two counts of invasion of privacy after he installed hidden cameras in a restroom at a Walnut Creek Starbucks.
Stabbing victims crash into San Francisco Mission District business
San Francisco police said a deadly stabbing led to a car crashing into a Mission District business early Saturday morning.
Suspected DUI driver arrested after fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash in San Jose
Police arrested a suspected DUI driver who allegedly hit a pedestrian and fled early Sunday in South San Jose.
Man shot dead in Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood
Oakland police are investigating after a 28-year-old man was fatally shot Sunday night in the city's Fruitvale neighborhood.
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How to turn off iPhone's iOS 17 NameDrop feature
How to turn off Apple's new NameDrop feature in iPhones with iOS 17 that lets users share information when devices are in close proximity.
Meta targeted young users with addictive tech, states allege
Meta wants children and teens on Facebook and Instagram as long as possible so it can collect and sell their personal data, state prosecutors allege.
Lawsuit claims Meta designed Instagram, Facebook to hook kids
Facebook parent Meta Platforms deliberately engineered its social platforms to hook kids according to a newly unsealed legal complaint.
Pentagon pushes A.I. research toward lethal autonomous weapons
Industry experts and Pentagon officials agree that the U.S. will within the next few years have fully autonomous lethal weapons ready to deploy.
ChatGPT is helping criminals con shoppers. How to spot scams.
Advanced AI tools are making it easier for criminals to dupe consumers. Here's how to avoid getting scammed.
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Millions of U.S. women face obstacles to getting maternity care
More than a third of counties in the U.S. don't have a hospital or birth center that offers obstetric care or any obstetric health care providers, one report says.
Lawsuit claims Meta designed Instagram, Facebook to hook kids
Facebook parent Meta Platforms deliberately engineered its social platforms to hook kids according to a newly unsealed legal complaint.
Deadly salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes; CDC expands recall
Health authorities issued an alert Friday of a deadly salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes and pre-cut fruit products, with nearly 100 cases seen across dozens of states.
Peaches, plums, nectarines recalled due to deadly listeria outbreak
CDC investigating fruit from HMC Farms after one person died and 10 are hospitalized following a listeria outbreak.
Martinez refinery fire overnight prompts public health advisory
A fire at Marathon Martinez refinery early Sunday morning prompted a public health advisory. An all-clear followed at around 4 a.m.
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House begins latest effort to expel George Santos after damning ethics probe
The House will try for a third time this year to expel New York Rep. George Santos after the Ethics Committee released a scathing report detailing his alleged lawbreaking.
Rosalynn Carter honored in service attended by Jimmy Carter
Former President Jimmy Carter, who turned 99 last month, was in attendance, watching family and friends pay tribute to former first lady Rosalynn Carter.
California providing additional $300M to clear homeless encampments near highways
California is making nearly $300 million in additional grant money available for local governments to clear homeless encampments, with a focus on areas near state and interstate highways, and provide housing options for people who are impacted.
Hunter Biden willing to testify in public hearing, lawyer says
Hunter Biden's lawyer told the House Oversight Committee that his client is willing to testify at a public hearing.
Retirements mount in Congress, with some frustrated by "chaos"
"People are lying a lot," says Rep. Ken Buck, a Colorado Republican. "And when you call out the lies, you're the bad guy."
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Biden marks Trans Day of Remembrance: "No place for hate in America"
President Biden honored transgender Americans on Trans Day of Remembrance, which falls on Nov. 20 and serves to pay tribute to trans people who have lost their lives to violence.
Laphonza Butler, Newsom's Feinstein replacement, to make LGBT history
Laphonza Butler will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Former KPIX reporter Hank Plante reflects on Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
Gov. Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's LGBTQ protections
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.
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"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Trash-culture legend John Waters presents sold-out Christmas show at Great American
Pencil-mustached film director, author and revered trash-culture icon John Waters brings his bawdy annual one-man Christmas show to the Great American Music Hall for a sold-out performance Thursday night.
Killing Joke guitarist Kevin "Geordie" Walker dies at 64
Kevin "Geordie" Walker, a founding member of influential British post-punk band Killing Joke whose unique guitar attack helped define the group's sound, has died at age 64, according to the band.
'Hunger Games' feasts, 'Napoleon' conquers but 'Wish' doesn't come true at Thanksgiving box office
The Walt Disney Co.'s "Wish" had been expected to rule the Thanksgiving weekend box office, but moviegoers instead feasted on leftovers, as "The Hunger Games: Songbirds and Snakes" led ticket sales for the second weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Genesis tribute act offers up prog-rock classics At Regency
Genesis tribute act the Musical Box celebrates the classic output of the '70s British progressive-rock greats by presenting their stunning recreation of the band's live shows at the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco Dec. 10th.
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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.
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: 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.
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.
Banko Brown's father speaks out about his killing; 'Like an old lynching'
The father of Banko Brown, the man shot dead by a security guard at a San Francisco Walgreens store, spoke publicly about the killing for the first time Wednesday after retaining civil rights attorney John Burris.
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Giving Tuesday provides donors a chance to stretch their dollars to help needy
Shawn Chitnis talks to Allison Pratt with the Alameda County Community Food Bank about rising need for Bay Area families on Giving Tuesday (11-28-2023)
Owners announce new minor league team the Oakland Ballers
Ryan Yamamoto reports on the East Bay getting a new baseball team to root for in Oakland (11-28-2023)
Helping the community fight hunger with the Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano
The Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano partners with Valero to match all donations dollar-for-dollar up to $55,000 and each dollar feeds 4 families. Jeremy Crittenden recognizes the need for more donations as the food bank feeds over 465,000 people a month in the community. (11-28-23)
How the Grinch Stole the Spotlight on the KPIX Morning Edition
The Grinch made a special appearance at the KPIX studio to deliver a special message for the holiday season. You can watch “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical” today through December 3rd at Broadway San Jose. (11-28-23)
Sonoma County is provided 57,000 meals a month through Redwood Empire Food Bank
CEO David Goodman talks about the dying need for funds, donated food, volunteers, and affected public policies to make a difference while appreciating the community for the support of the non-profit. The Redwood Empire Food Bank will donate $3 worth of food for every $1 raised on "Giving Tuesday." (11-28-23)
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2 friends lead nonprofit bringing nourishment to needy in South Bay
A pair of volunteers working for a South Bay organization go out of their way to bring warmth and nourishment to the unhoused, not just during the holidays, but all year round.
Hayward teacher using theater to inspire elementary students to dream big
A Hayward teacher is using the timeless work of Shakespeare to inspire his elementary students to dream big.
Man behind Kingmakers of Oakland nonprofit opening doors for students of color
An Oakland man is helping close the racial gap in graduation rates, as a study by the Brookings Institution shows 76% of Black boys complete high school nationwide compared to 87% of white boys.
Santa Rosa Vietnam veteran on a mission to help unhoused military vets
A Vietnam veteran from Santa Rosa has made it his mission to make sure unhoused veterans are not forgotten.
Peninsula couple provides vital support to families of children facing life-threatening illness
A husband-and-wife team based on the Peninsula are "there with care," bringing compassion and support to families with children battling critical illness.
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San Rafael student sees the world, but remembers his roots
Police departments all over the country are having a hard time finding new officers, but one Bay Area student is criss-crossing the world while preparing for a career in law enforcement here at home.
Santa Rosa college graduate multi-tasking her way to a master's degree, law school
When most people graduate from college, they tend to focus on one job. But this month's Students Rising Above scholar is currently juggling multiple workplace assignments.
Inseparable San Francisco students overcome hardships together
Itohan Ediae and Qien Feng are getting ready to leave for their first year of college and they are taking a lot with them: excitement, nerves, and memories from what has become an extraordinary friendship.
San Francisco teacher set to begin 42nd year teaching kindergarten
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.
Santa Clara woman goes from the family donut shop to law school
KPIX is relaunching our Students Rising Above series with a profile of a young woman who went from working in her family's donut shop to UC Hastings.