Daily Madden: An Impressive Raiders Victory
The Oakland Raiders set team records in field goals (six by Sebastian Janikowski) and longest punt (80 yards by Shane Lechler) in beating the Chicago Bears Sunday.
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The Oakland Raiders set team records in field goals (six by Sebastian Janikowski) and longest punt (80 yards by Shane Lechler) in beating the Chicago Bears Sunday.
The San Francisco 49ers looked slow and tired. How else can you explain nine sacks allowed? The Baltimore Ravens' pass rush isn't that good. In fact, in the previous three games the Ravens had just 4 sacks combined.
The Baltimore Ravens sacked Alex Smith nine times and beat the San Francisco 49ers 16-6 Thursday night.
Alex Smith threw for 267 yards and two touchdowns, and the San Francisco 49ers forced five turnovers to blow past the Arizona Cardinals 23-7 on a soggy Sunday at Candlestick Park.
Alex Smith, game manager or "elite" NFL quarterback? Given Smith's history since being the first overall pick in the 2005 draft, I'm amazed this discussion is even taking place.
Justin Smith batted down Eli Manning's pass in the waning seconds of the New York quarterback's comeback try, stopping the Giants for a 27-20 victory Sunday in a matchup of NFC division leaders.
There's nothing fancy about the way the San Francisco 49ers are running away with the NFC West.
Not since Bill Walsh has a coach been the face of the San Francisco 49ers franchise. But this isn't Alex Smith's team or Patrick Willis' team, or Frank Gore's team. This is Jim Harbaugh's team and they're all drinking his Cool Aid.
After the San Francisco 49ers knocked Detroit from the unbeaten ranks 25-19 Sunday in a game that matched the pregame hype, both coaches bumped each other in an emotionally charged exchange.
Both sides of the ball and special teams have carried the division-leading 49ers to a surprising 4-1 start.
Alex Smith never got a chance to help during an embarrassing shutout loss to Tampa Bay last year.
For those numerous unfriendly jabs and the constant criticism he has endured in a roller coaster seven-year career, Alex Smith is suddenly giving people plenty to cheer about this season.
Jim Harbaugh yackin' it up with the media? It's amazing what a 3-1 record and a two-game lead in a division can do. The universal assumption was that Harbaugh would turn this thing around. But now? This fast?
Frank Gore's 12-yard run capped a second-half comeback, lifting the San Francisco 49ers past the Philadelphia Eagles 24-23 Sunday.
49ers coach Jim Harbaugh expects running back Frank Gore to play this week at Philadelphia despite a sprained right ankle that limited him in Sunday's win at Cincinnati.
One game in, the San Francisco 49ers' trip is already worth writing home about.
The big storyline from Dallas' incredible comeback win in San Francisco was Tony Romo's ability to lead the team to victory despite suffering a puncture lung and broken ribs.
There might have been a time in recent memory when these losses could be justified as "moral victories" (God, I hate that expression). The simple truth is that the Oakland Raiders and San Francisco 49ers blew it. Both should be 2-0, both are 1-1. Oakland blew a 21-3 halftime lead while their Bay Area counterparts blew a 10-point 4th quarter lead.
Playing with a fractured rib, Tony Romo hit Jesse Holley on a 77-yard completion on the Cowboys' first play of overtime that set up Dan Bailey's winning 19-yard field goal, and Dallas rallied for a 27-24 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.
Alex Smith was in a few precarious positions in his first game under Jim Harbaugh: throwing blocks, diving for a touchdown and getting a bear hug from the new San Francisco 49ers coach.
Ted Ginn Jr. returned a kickoff and a punt for touchdowns in a minute's span late in the fourth quarter, and the San Francisco 49ers gave Jim Harbaugh a 33-17 victory over the Seattle Seahawks in his much-hyped NFL debut and renewed coaching rivalry with Pete Carroll.
With Frank Gore getting the night off, Anthony Dixon capped San Francisco's first two drives with 1-yard touchdown runs and the 49ers beat the San Diego Chargers 20-17 in an exhibition finale Thursday night.
The 49ers face the San Diego Chargers Thursday night at 7 p.m. on CBS 5 in the final NFL pre-season game. John Madden said the 49ers should be playing many of their projected starters.
The good news is that the San Francisco 49ers game meant nothing. The bad news is that the offensive line still has issues, schematically and otherwise.
In the ugly aftermath of the Battle of the Bay, the Monday morning quarterbacks were less concerned with Alex Smith's performance than they were with the behavior of the fans. It was an ugly spectacle to be sure.
At the western edge of the city, where San Francisco meets the Pacific Ocean, skateboarding is gaining new ground.
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.
Could powerful AI models like Anthropic's Mythos give cybercriminals and other bad actors a roadmap for exploiting tech systems?
The San Francisco home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was targeted with a Molotov cocktail Friday morning, a company spokesperson said.
At the western edge of the city, where San Francisco meets the Pacific Ocean, skateboarding is gaining new ground.
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.
Could powerful AI models like Anthropic's Mythos give cybercriminals and other bad actors a roadmap for exploiting tech systems?
The San Francisco home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was targeted with a Molotov cocktail Friday morning, a company spokesperson said.
At the western edge of the city, where San Francisco meets the Pacific Ocean, skateboarding is gaining new ground.
The San Francisco home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was targeted with a Molotov cocktail Friday morning, a company spokesperson said.
Philz Coffee's move to remove the Pride flag and all other flags from their stores is brewing up some strong reaction.
A former police officer and prosecutor is now leading one of San Francisco's most closely watched courtrooms, focused not just on punishment, but on second chances.
Bay Area Rapid Transit service to San Francisco International Airport was disrupted, and major delays were reported on two lines, due to an equipment issue on the Peninsula on Thursday.
School leaders across the Bay Area are raising concerns over Gov. Gavin Newsom's latest budget proposal, warning it could create even more financial strain for districts already dealing with rising costs, staffing challenges and budget shortfalls.
Eastbound traffic is flowing again through the Caldecott Tunnel after a crash and vehicle fire Thursday afternoon.
Police in Antioch are searching for a man suspected of fatally shooting a 20-year-old woman in February.
Berkeley police said the 28-year-old man was reported missing to both the Berkeley and Oakland police departments.
An Oakland woman teaches people how to stitch together their own stories of activism and belonging.
A woman who was crossing a street in East San Jose died after being struck by a driver Wednesday night, police
A man suspected in dozens of storage-unit burglaries in the city of Santa Clara and in other communities has been arrested, police said.
The pedestrian was struck near South White Road and Mt. McKinley Drive, around 8:10 p.m. Police said they were seriously injured and taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
For local resident Brendan Hughes, the meaning behind his tattoo runs deep. His design features imagery inspired by the San Jose Sharks, a symbol he says represents his hometown.
The preserve and elephant seal viewing areas at Año Nuevo State Park in San Mateo County are set to reopen, following a deadly bird flu outbreak that has infected dozens of marine mammals.
Local leaders say Southwest's arrival will significantly increase the number of travelers flying in and out of the airport this year, a development they call a major step forward for both convenience and economic growth.
On April 14, the Tamalpais Union High School District will be discussing and potentially voting on a plan that would restrict cellphone usage on campus.
A 12-year-old Santa Rosa girl missing since late Thursday evening was found safe, police said Friday afternoon.
A Sonoma County man has been arrested on multiple weapons charges and a hate crime charge, after he allegedly pointed a gun and made racist remarks from the roof of his home.
An American Canyon man was charged on Wednesday with manslaughter and driving under the influence following a weekend crash in Napa County that left three people dead and four others severely injured, prosecutors said.
John Carlson scored three goals for the first hat trick of his 17-year NHL career, and the Anaheim Ducks snapped their six-game losing streak with an emphatic 6-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night.
LeBron James had 26 points, 11 assists and eight rebounds but didn't get to compete against rival and pal Stephen Curry as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Golden State Warriors 119-103 on Thursday night.
The Athletics beat the New York Yankees 1-0 Thursday afternoon to clinch their first series at Yankee Stadium since 2016.
Connor McDavid scored his 15th career hat trick and finished with five points, leading the Edmonton Oilers to a 5-2 victory over the San Jose Sharks that moved them into sole possession of first place in the Pacific Division.
Rafael Devers homered and drove in four runs as the San Francisco Giants beat Philadelphia 5-0 for their second consecutive shutout against the Phillies.
A deputy in Riverside County was caught scrolling on what appeared to be a dating app during a standoff with an armed suspect.
A former police officer and prosecutor is now leading one of San Francisco's most closely watched courtrooms, focused not just on punishment, but on second chances.
Eight people, including five people facing murder charges, were arrested in connection with the Esparto explosion, authorities said on Friday.
Randy Hoppert, a six-year veteran of the Tulare County Sheriff's Office, died after he was shot while serving an eviction notice.
A woman who was crossing a street in East San Jose died after being struck by a driver Wednesday night, police
Could powerful AI models like Anthropic's Mythos give cybercriminals and other bad actors a roadmap for exploiting tech systems?
Artificial intelligence is more likely to change the nature of work than to supplant masses of workers, according to researchers.
The Computer History Museum is more than a walk through the past; it is a reflection of how rapidly technology continues to shape everyday life.
NASA said they had more than 2,600 submissions from around the world for the zero-gravity indicator mascot. Officials added that the Artemis II crew was inspired by 8-year-old Lucas Ye's creativity.
Officials in Foster City said Friday that they are making progress in restoring services, more than a week after a cybersecurity breach brought the city's network down and led to a state of emergency.
A dead bat found at a Fremont home earlier this week has tested positive for the deadly rabies virus, according to authorities.
An East Bay woman is using the sport of pickleball to help find a cure for Parkinson's disease.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
The early-season heat wave gripping the Bay Area also means the allergy season is already kicking into high gear.
He advises people to lie down, extend their arms, and hold the phones above their heads, or people should hold their phone at eye level, rather than looking down.
The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris said that she might run for president in 2028, telling a gathering in New York that she is considering mounting a third bid for the White House.
A federal judge blocked a restrictive new Defense Dept. press policy instituted after previously he ruled Pentagon press restrictions issued last year were unlawful.
First lady Melania Trump delivered a televised statement denying a relationship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
California's attorney general filed charges against 21 suspects, accusing the group of defrauding the state of $267 million. Arrests come after a CBS News investigation into hospice fraud.
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.
The Trump administration has given San Jose State University 10 days to change its policy on transgender athletes or face legal action and possibly lose federal funding.
A man has been arrested and accused of a hate crime after a San Francisco church was vandalized over the weekend, police said.
A Yosemite park ranger was fired last year after helping to display a transgender pride flag from El Capitan.
Adrian Arias's work, entitled "Layers of the Mission: A Celebration of Memory and Resilience," is intended to bring attention to who he describes as real-life neighborhood heroes.
City leadership recently passed legislation that they say will help established event activators plan and execute at a much faster pace.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
Through his social media channel, "Festus Feasts," NBA champion Festus Ezeli is on a mission to give a boost to local restaurants throughout the region.
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.
At the western edge of the city, where San Francisco meets the Pacific Ocean, skateboarding is gaining new ground.
On July 24, 1969, the ship was waiting for splashdown in the Pacific southwest of Hawaii when suddenly they were told that there was a thunderstorm heading their way. The Air Force discreetly ordered the ship to move about 240 miles, but because our satellites were then top secret, they couldn't tell them how they knew about the storm.
The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.
Here's a look at the weather forecast Friday evening.
Many science lovers of all ages gathered at the Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland for the Artemis II splashdown.
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.