A's Top Astros 3-2, Take Over AL Wild-Card Lead
Matt Olson hit a two-run homer to back a solid start by Homer Bailey and the A's beat the Astros 3-2 Thursday night to take over the AL wild-card lead.
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Matt Olson hit a two-run homer to back a solid start by Homer Bailey and the A's beat the Astros 3-2 Thursday night to take over the AL wild-card lead.
Sean Murphy and Marcus Semien homered, hyped pitching prospect Jesús Luzardo looked sharp in his major league debut, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Houston Astros 5-3 Wednesday night.
Matt Olson and Sean Murphy both homered twice, and the Oakland Athletics tagged Wade Miley for seven runs in the first inning and scored a season high in a 21-7 rout of the Houston Astros on Tuesday night.
Sean Manaea matched his career high by striking out 10 in his second start following shoulder surgery, and the Oakland Athletics beat Detroit 3-1 on Sunday to give the Tigers their first 100-loss season since 2003.
Chris Bassitt struck out 11 in six innings for his 10th win, helping the A's beat the Detroit Tigers 10-2 on Saturday night.
The A's beat the Tigers 7-3 on Friday night in a game that was suspended on May 19 because of the weather.
The A's benefited from four consecutive walks and Oakland rallied to beat the Angels 10-6 on Thursday to complete a three-game sweep.
Murphy homered for his first hit and caught a shutout that meant the most to him — along with a key September win. Marcus Semien added a two-run shot two batters after Murphy connected, and the A's beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-0 on Wednesday night.
Brown hit his second RBI triple of the game to break a sixth-inning tie in a special home debut, Matt Chapman had a three-run homer, and the Athletics beat the Los Angeles Angels 7-5 on Tuesday night.
Brett Gardner and pinch-hitter Mike Ford hit back-to-back homers off A's closer Liam Hendriks, and the New York Yankees walked off for the second straight game.
DJ LeMahieu homered on the first pitch in the bottom of the 11th inning and the Yankees beat Oakland 4-3 on Saturday for their first victory in five tries against the A's this season.
Jurickson Profar delivered two tie-breaking hits to atone for his role in the double-reversal of a double play and the A's beat the Yankees 8-2 Friday night.
Jurickson Profar homered and drove in three runs, Seth Brown added two RBIs and the Oakland Athletics held off the Kansas City Royals 9-8 on Thursday to cap a four-game series victory.
Hunter Dozier homered before driving in the go-ahead run in the sixth inning, Ryan O'Hearn also went deep and the Kansas City Royals held on to beat the Oakland Athletics 6-4 on Wednesday night.
Marcus Semien provided just enough early offense and Mike Fiers and three Oakland relievers combined to shut down the Kansas City Royals in a 2-1 victory Tuesday night.
Marcus Semien homered, tripled and drove in a career-high seven runs as the Athletics set season highs for runs and hits in a 19-4 thrashing of the Kansas City Royals on Monday night.
Evan Longoria homered early and hit a go-ahead, two-run single in the seventh inning as the San Francisco Giants rallied late again to beat the Oakland Athletics 5-4 on Sunday for a two-game sweep.
The Giants scored their biggest inning of 2019, and beat the surging Athletics 10-5 on Saturday night.
The Oakland A's beat New York 5-3 Thursday night for a three-game series sweep.
When slugger Khris Davis cleared the fences again at last, he gave it an animated trot around the bases complete with a salute approaching third before celebrating with his teammates back in the dugout.
The Oakland Athletics wasted little time responding to an early blow from the New York Yankees.
Robbie Grossman singled home the winning run with two outs in the 13th inning to give the A's a 3-2 victory over the Astros on Friday night.
The A's and Astros combined for a Coliseum record 10 home runs, five by each team.
Matt Chapman's first home run set up what looked like a lopsided win. His second provided the Athletics with some breathing room that they unexpectedly needed.
Following the completion of the World Cup in which the Bay Area was among the hosts, fans and players say the excitement around could bring the sport to the next level.
An Oakland woman's nonprofit has been giving away free diapers to Bay Area families in need for the last 17 years.
A 23-year-old San Bruno man on parole was arrested last week after he ran from police during a traffic stop, the San Bruno Police Department said in a Facebook post Wednesday.
A serial killer convicted or linked to the sexual assault murders of three women in three states was charged in a 1992 cold case murder and rape in San Francisco, the District Attorney's Office said on Wednesday.
Nine people were arrested and one man was hospitalized after disturbances at the C&H Sugar plant picket line in Crockett on Tuesday, authorities said.
Following the completion of the World Cup in which the Bay Area was among the hosts, fans and players say the excitement around could bring the sport to the next level.
An Oakland woman's nonprofit has been giving away free diapers to Bay Area families in need for the last 17 years.
A 23-year-old San Bruno man on parole was arrested last week after he ran from police during a traffic stop, the San Bruno Police Department said in a Facebook post Wednesday.
A serial killer convicted or linked to the sexual assault murders of three women in three states was charged in a 1992 cold case murder and rape in San Francisco, the District Attorney's Office said on Wednesday.
Nine people were arrested and one man was hospitalized after disturbances at the C&H Sugar plant picket line in Crockett on Tuesday, authorities said.
A 23-year-old San Bruno man on parole was arrested last week after he ran from police during a traffic stop, the San Bruno Police Department said in a Facebook post Wednesday.
Transportation officials in San Francisco are implementing a plan dropping speed limits near public and private schools citywide, to improve safety for children and their families.
Tommy and May Chin Tong launched the Golden Star Radio Company and began producing "The Chinese Hour" from their basement studio in 1939. It's believed to be the first Chinese-language radio program in North America.
Half Moon Bay has had unique challenges when it comes to creating more homes, and now it looks like just about everyone is digging in their heels when it comes to housing.
A suspect who fled the country after a fatal hit-and-run collision in South San Francisco in 2017 was arrested in Israel and extradited to the U.S., authorities said.
An Oakland woman's nonprofit has been giving away free diapers to Bay Area families in need for the last 17 years.
Nine people were arrested and one man was hospitalized after disturbances at the C&H Sugar plant picket line in Crockett on Tuesday, authorities said.
A man suspected in an assault in East Oakland was arrested Tuesday, following an investigation that also led to the seizure of homemade firearms, according to police.
Containment grew Wednesday morning on a brush fire that started Tuesday afternoon near Pleasanton and Sunol in Alameda County, and all evacuation orders have been lifted, according to Cal Fire.
Around 11 a.m., NWS Bay Area said a heat advisory would be in effect until 9 p.m. for all of the Bay Area except the immediate Pacific Coast zones and San Francisco.
A man and a teenage boy were arrested in San Jose in connection with two armed robberies and an attempted murder earlier this month, including an incident after a World Cup watch party.
The suspect in a robbery of a Pokémon card box worth thousands has been arrested after a three-week investigation, the Santa Clara Police Department said in a press release on Tuesday.
One person has died and another person was injured following a house fire that broke out in a San Jose neighborhood early Wednesday morning, firefighters said.
Around 11 a.m., NWS Bay Area said a heat advisory would be in effect until 9 p.m. for all of the Bay Area except the immediate Pacific Coast zones and San Francisco.
The fire began burning near Highway 152 and Lovers Lane in Santa Clara County, and Cal Fire's incident page stated it had burned 30 acres as of 5:40 p.m.
The Napa Planning Commission recently directed city staff to move forward with restrictions on new and expanded drive-thru facilities. Existing drive-thrus, like the Napa In-N-Out and McDonald's, would remain.
A man suspected in a carjacking died following a shootout with officers in Vallejo Monday afternoon, police said.
A shooting was reported in Vallejo on Monday afternoon, and police activity was concentrated in a portion of the city's north side.
The Sausalito City Council had recently approved a leave of absence for its city manager during a closed session on Thursday, the city said.
A proposed housing development at the former Windsor Creek Elementary site is sparking debate among residents, with supporters pointing to the need for more affordable housing and some raising concerns about traffic, infrastructure and wildfire evacuation.
LeBron James last month announced he would not be returning to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Kiki Iriafen had 23 points and 12 rebounds, Shakira Austin finished with 15 points and 15 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics rallied past Golden State for a 90-82 victory Monday night to snap the Valkyries' nine-game winning streak.
As Spain's World Cup champs took to the stage with their trophy, President Trump joined them in their moment of glory.
Logan Gilbert had 10 strikeouts across six strong innings, Luke Raley and Cole Young homered, and the Seattle Mariners beat the San Francisco Giants 6-3.
Spain is the newest World Cup champion, but San Jose can claim success as well, as the excitement of its San Pedro Square watch parties created a whole new legion of soccer fans in the Bay Area.
A 23-year-old San Bruno man on parole was arrested last week after he ran from police during a traffic stop, the San Bruno Police Department said in a Facebook post Wednesday.
A serial killer convicted or linked to the sexual assault murders of three women in three states was charged in a 1992 cold case murder and rape in San Francisco, the District Attorney's Office said on Wednesday.
A man suspected in an assault in East Oakland was arrested Tuesday, following an investigation that also led to the seizure of homemade firearms, according to police.
A man and a teenage boy were arrested in San Jose in connection with two armed robberies and an attempted murder earlier this month, including an incident after a World Cup watch party.
The suspect in a robbery of a Pokémon card box worth thousands has been arrested after a three-week investigation, the Santa Clara Police Department said in a press release on Tuesday.
ChatGPT maker OpenAI says its artificial intelligence system hacked into another AI company on its own in what the company called an "unprecedented cyber incident."
A data center project in Pittsburg is causing a revolt at city council meetings, with residents again packing the city council chambers on Monday to voice their opposition.
An AI expert said the telltale signs people once relied on, such as distorted fingers, unnatural eyes, or other obvious visual flaws, have largely disappeared as technology has improved.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is calling on California transportation officials to strengthen regulations governing self-driving vehicles, arguing that two recent incidents exposed gaps in how robotaxis operate during major emergencies and large public events.
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used AI to choose people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leave.
The case accuses OpenAI of practicing medicine without a license and failing to safeguard users seeking health advice.
A generic version of the allergy medication Zyrtec is under recall across the U.S. over cross-contamination concerns.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A Monterey County company is now at the center of a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak. The Washington Post is reporting that lettuce from Taylor Farms, a company headquartered in Salinas, may have supplied contaminated lettuce to Taco Bell.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
More than 43,000 immigrants were arrested last month as DHS continues to detain people in less-publicized enforcement surges.
The Napa Planning Commission recently directed city staff to move forward with restrictions on new and expanded drive-thru facilities. Existing drive-thrus, like the Napa In-N-Out and McDonald's, would remain.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has retained prominent Washington defense attorney Abbe Lowell as the U.S. Department of Justice continues a federal investigation involving the governor's wife and several people in his political orbit.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said his agency is pausing $867.5 million in Medicaid payments to California and $199 million to Minnesota.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
LGBTQ+ communities have significantly higher rates of unemployment than the general population. Kelsi Thorud reports on how the City of Oakland is empowering LGBTQ+ job seekers during Pride Month.
The fallout over the opposition by a handful of San Francisco Giants players against the team's Pride Night celebrations has prompted an investigation of Major League Baseball by the Trump administration.
Major League Baseball has warned players about writing on their uniforms after San Francisco starter Landen Roupp and two other pitchers added Bible verses to their Pride Night caps on Friday night.
Many LGBTQ+ Pride events across the country have had to scale back or even cancel due to political and financial reasons. San Francisco was on the brink. Kara St. Cyr reports.
In one of the most competitive real estate markets in America, a San Francisco real estate agent dons fabulous drag to help promote homes for sale. Itay Hod reports.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved an ordinance that would allow for Amsterdam-style cannabis cafés serving food and drinks, along with offering live entertainment.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
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.
John Ramos reports.
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San Jose is riding high after thousands attended World Cup watch parties in the city. City leaders and residents hope the energy and economic momentum can continue moving forward. Devin Fehely reports.
An Oakland woman's nonprofit has been providing free diapers to families in the Bay Area for the last 17 years. Lisa Truong has made it her mission to give moms easy access to this parenting necessity.
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.