Alameda grand jury in turmoil after DA's office withdraws support
The previously empaneled Alameda County Civil Grand Jury was in disarray and was unable to complete two investigations before it ended its work this year.
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The previously empaneled Alameda County Civil Grand Jury was in disarray and was unable to complete two investigations before it ended its work this year.
The effort to oust Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price moved forward Tuesday as an organization filed the intent to recall paperwork and the needed signatures to officially begin the process.
A place that's supposed to be a safe haven for young people in the Alameda County foster care system is being criticized by Hayward's mayor as a dangerous environment where children are vulnerable to sex trafficking and drugs.
Kelsi Thorud reports on the mayor of Hayward calling on Alameda County to fix the troubled foster care center in his city that is endangering children (8-14-2023)
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday voted to reduce the jail time for spectators within 200 feet of a sideshow.
Police in Hayward are shining a light on a decades-old cold case, in which a young man was shot in a drive-by shooting, in hopes of solving the crime.
A car fire that started on eastbound Interstate 580 Saturday in Livermore and ultimately spread to 80 acres of vegetation has been fully contained,
It was a busy day for firefighters in Alameda County on Saturday.
Residents of Oakland's Montclair neighborhood confront Alameda County DA Pamela Price and a representative of the Oakland police department over rising crime Thursday night.
In an uncharacteristic move, Livermore Police Chief Jeramy Young publicly addressed Alameda DA Pamela Price in a letter, imploring her to consider harsher penalties for a repeat offender.
The Livermore police chief called on Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price to file more serious charges against a suspect accused of attacking two women during a robbery — all while wearing an ankle monitor.
Crews are responding to a fire that has broken out along Interstate 580 near the Altamont Pass in eastern Alameda County Saturday morning. Meanwhile, authorities are investigating possible arsons along the highway.
The Alameda County Fire Department is using drone technology to gain an edge in combating wildfires in challenging terrain.
With the news that historic Golden Gate Fields is closing its doors for good, hundreds of workers are left in a lurch. Len Ramirez spoke with a married couple, both of whom are longtime racetrack employees, who are wondering what their future holds.
An Oakland native is raising literacy rates in Oakland public schools where standardized tests show only about a third of students are reading at grade level.
Former Alameda County prosecutor Amilcar "Butch" Ford, who currently works as a prosecutor for the San Francisco District Attorney's Office, may be disbarred following a misdemeanor complaint filed against him in Alameda County.
Betty Yu talks to embattled Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price about the growing effort to have her recalled (7-17-2023)
In office for six months and already facing a recall campaign, Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price sat down with KPIX for a brief interview that wound up being even briefer.
In office for six months and facing a recall campaign, Alameda County DA Pamela Price sat down with KPIX for an interview that didn't quite go as expected. Betty Yu reports. (7-16-23)
The Alameda County fire department is using drone technology to gain an edge in challenging terrain. Lauren Toms reports. (7-14-23)
A new state law just took effect that allows millions of ex-felons to seal their criminal records, opening up new opportunities for former offenders who served their time. Lezla Gooden introduces us to an Oakland man who created a support network for people who are trying to find a fresh start.
As cities across the Bay Area get more serious about wildfire prevention after years of devastation, one local neighborhood is working together to create a defense against potential fires.
Spectators of sideshows could face steep fines or jail time under a new law voted by the Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday.
As part of CBS News Bay Area's new series "Project Earth," Lauren Toms visits a Berkeley neighborhood, where residents are creating a plan prevent potential wildfires.
As Oakland faces the largest budget deficit in its history, members of the City Council's finance and management committee Tuesday endorsed a raise to the mayor's salary that would bump Mayor Sheng Thao's pay by around $75,000 annually.
Several people were rescued from a cave at a beach on California's Central Coast over the weekend, when they became trapped due to rising ocean water.
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.
Authorities in Solano County are searching for a suspect after two people were killed in a shooting in Suisun City on Sunday night.
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
Oil prices remain volatile due to Iran war "re-escalation risks," as Tehran says it has shared another set of revised peace deal terms with the U.S.
Several people were rescued from a cave at a beach on California's Central Coast over the weekend, when they became trapped due to rising ocean water.
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.
Authorities in Solano County are searching for a suspect after two people were killed in a shooting in Suisun City on Sunday night.
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
Cal Fire crews were working around the clock Sunday, mopping up a vegetation fire off Altamont Pass Road.
A shooting in the Sunset District early Sunday morning left one person dead, the San Francisco Fire Department said.
Led by CEO Katherine Bella, the private nonprofit library and cultural institution has spent nearly two centuries adapting to the needs of the community while preserving its historic roots.
Bay Area fans of the K-pop superstar group BTS flocked swarmed Stanford University more than 24 hours before the first of three shows on campus.
For San Francisco-based rapper Aft, stoops were a part of his upbringing in the Fillmore District.
Police in San Francisco on Thursday announced the recent arrests of four people suspected in dozens of retail thefts targeting stores and coffee shops around the city.
Cal Fire crews were working around the clock Sunday, mopping up a vegetation fire off Altamont Pass Road.
When Forrest Jones earned his bachelor's degree three years ago, he was one of only two Project Rebound graduates at Cal State East Bay. This year, the program had 85 students, including 20 graduates.
A witness said the driver tried to run from the scene but was stopped by people in the area.
Pollution from the Port of Oakland and nearby freeways has long been a social equity issue for some residents – and now, there is a push for another freeway, Interstate 580, to shoulder some of that burden.
Police in Concord said they are searching for several suspects following a smash-and-grab robbery at a mall Wednesday afternoon, in which an employee was pepper sprayed.
Several people were rescued from a cave at a beach on California's Central Coast over the weekend, when they became trapped due to rising ocean water.
A body has been recovered after an apparent drowning at Cottonwood Lake in San Jose.
A driver crashed into a Sunnyvale Safeway on Friday and traveled about 70 feet into the store before coming to a stop, the department of public safety said.
A series of retail thefts in the South Bay involving boxes of golf balls resulted in the arrest of a suspect earlier this month, police said Friday.
Police in Santa Clara released additional details in connection with a deadly shooting and house fire last week, saying the suspect shot his estranged brother before setting the fire.
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.
Authorities in Solano County are searching for a suspect after two people were killed in a shooting in Suisun City on Sunday night.
Fire agencies across the North Bay are preparing for elevated wildfire danger this weekend as forecasters warn of strong winds and low humidity - conditions that often signal the start of fire season in Sonoma, Napa, and Marin counties.
Residents living near the Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport say the skies above their neighborhoods are getting louder as passenger traffic and jet service continue to grow.
Health officials in Napa County are warning the public not to eat wild mushrooms after three people were poisoned.
Harrison Bader hit a grand slam that capped an eight-run eighth inning and the San Francisco Giants beat the sloppy Athletics 10-1 in 25-35 mph winds.
Casey Schmitt hit two home runs and drove in three, Trevor McDonald struck out five in 6 2/3 innings, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Athletics 6-4.
Nick Kurtz homered for a third straight game, hitting a go-ahead three-run shot in the fifth inning and the Athletics beat the San Francisco Giants 5-2 on Friday night.
Rickea Jackson knocked down a 3-pointer with 1:41 remaining to help clinch it and scored 18 points, Skylar Diggins added 15 points, seven assists and five assists, and the Chicago Sky beat the Golden State Valkyries 69-63.
Shohei Ohtani tossed four-hit ball over seven shutout innings, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 4-0 win over the San Francisco Giants.
Authorities in Solano County are searching for a suspect after two people were killed in a shooting in Suisun City on Sunday night.
A shooting in the Sunset District early Sunday morning left one person dead, the San Francisco Fire Department said.
A witness said the driver tried to run from the scene but was stopped by people in the area.
A series of retail thefts in the South Bay involving boxes of golf balls resulted in the arrest of a suspect earlier this month, police said Friday.
Kars4Kids is banned from using its ads in California after a court found that the funds from donated cars were used for teenagers' international trips and a $16.5 million building in Israel.
AI companies are recruiting a wide range of temp workers, from writers to wine enthusiasts, for hourly-paid gigs to help train their language models.
The delegation of business leaders underscores the deep ties many major U.S. companies maintain with China despite years of trade tensions.
Three men from Tennessee have been indicted on federal charges, including attempted kidnapping, in connection with an alleged crime spree targeting cryptocurrency owners in California.
A hacking group named ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the Canvas breach and threatened to leak data involving 275 million individuals if schools did not pay a ransom.
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen had argued that his company's retail locations would help eBay build a "national network."
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.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
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.
Health officials in Napa County are warning the public not to eat wild mushrooms after three people were poisoned.
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive its new voter-approved congressional map that was drawn to advantage the party for the upcoming midterm elections.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
Steve Large breaks down the California governor's debate in San Francisco.
Top gubernatorial candidates faced off in a debate hosted Thursday by CBS News California and the San Francisco Examiner.
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 once again sport the Pride flag at its cafés after a directive to have them and other flags removed created a backlash.
The Trump administration agreed to restore the Stonewall National Monument's Pride flag in Greenwich Village after it was removed.
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 are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday.
Bay Area fans of the K-pop superstar group BTS flocked swarmed Stanford University more than 24 hours before the first of three shows on campus.
City officials in Elk Grove were finalizing preparations on Friday for a visit by country superstar Luke Bryan and an expected attendance of over 20,000 of his fans on Saturday.
For San Francisco-based rapper Aft, stoops were a part of his upbringing in the Fillmore District.
The Library of Congress revealed this year's list of 25 recordings to be preserved for future generations on the National Recording Registry.
Authorities in the East Bay have charged two men for allegedly organizing a sideshow in Oakland that broke out as internet sensation IShowSpeed was visiting the area.
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.
Expect windy conditions throughout the Bay Area on Monday, with highs in the 80s inland, raising the risk of potential fires. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
CAL FIRE crews have been working around the clock on Sunday, battling a vegetation fire off Altamont Pass Road.
With Darren Peck.
Commencement ceremonies wrapped up today at colleges and universities around the Bay Area. But one school, Cal State East Bay, set a record for the number of graduates from its special program for the formerly incarcerated.
The San Francisco Fire Department said a person was killed in a shooting early Sunday morning.
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.