Brilliant Brazilian musician Hermeto Pascoal brings rare tour to UC Theatre
Jazz Is Dead presents a rare performance of otherworldly Brazilian genius Hermeto Pascoal at the UC Theatre Sunday night.
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Plans to renovate Berkeley Pier move ahead with new funding secured
The long-defunct Berkeley Pier may finally get another life. Plans to rebuild the structure, and add a new ferry service, have taken a big step forward with another $5 million in funding
Plans to renovate Berkeley Pier move ahead with new funding secured
The long-defunct Berkeley Pier may finally get another life. Plans to rebuild the structure, and add a new ferry service, have taken a big step forward with another $5 million in funding
Group surrounds victim in armed robbery near People's Park in Berkeley
A group of people, one of them allegedly armed with a gun, surrounded and robbed a person near People's Park in the 2400 block of Bowditch Street in Berkeley, police said.
East Bay woman works to reduce homelessness in Berkeley
California makes up about 12 percent of the US population, but our state had nearly a third of the country's homeless last year, according to federal housing data.
Some Berkeley residents could pay more for garbage service despite producing less waste
The city of Berkeley says it needs to raise rates for garbage pickup service, but the plan officials have come up with will charge the biggest increases to people producing the least trash.
Some Berkeley residents could pay more for garbage service despite producing less waste
John Ramos reports on Berkeley residents wondering why those who recycle more could be penalized by proposed garbage service rates (5-23-23)
Iconic UK punk band GBH headlines Berkeley's Cornerstone
UK punk band GBH plays classic hits and songs from their most recent album 'Momentum' when they headline the Cornerstone in Berkeley with fellow hardcore acts MDC and NIIS.
Developer ends deal with UC Berkeley to build housing at People's Park
A developer has pulled out of an agreement with the University of California Berkeley to build housing for the homeless at the national landmark People's Park.
Winning names announced for Berkeley falcon chicks
Three new peregrine falcon chicks that hatched last month atop University of California's famous bell tower now have names after a contest that received thousands of votes.
Berkeley wrestles with dark history of the city's namesake
John Ramos reports on questions surrounding what the city of Berkeley will do in the face of its slave-owning namesake's history (5-10-2023)
Berkeley wrestles with dark history of the city's namesake
As the city of Berkeley tries to correct past wrongs, it is running into a problem with its history and its very name.
Legendary Cal QB and 'The Play' coach Joe Kapp dies at age of 85
Joe Kapp, the tough quarterback who led the Minnesota Vikings to their first Super Bowl and California to its last Rose Bowl, has died. He was 85.
Funding shortfall forces Bay Area Children's Theatre to suspend season
The Bay Area Children's Theatre has announced it is suspending next year's season until it can figure out a business model that works.
Funding shortfall forces Bay Area Children's Theatre to suspend season
The Bay Area Children's Theatre has announced it is suspending next year's season until it can figure out a business model that works. John Ramos reports. (5-7-23)
Japanese-American basketball program dates back to pre-World War II Berkeley
Sharon Chin reports on an East Bay Japanese-American sports tradition stretching across more than eight decades. (5-5-23)
Berkeley Ohtani Basketball program works to keep 80-year-old tradition alive
Dating back to before World War II, an East Bay family has been involved in a unique basketball program for generations.
Berkeley professor apologizes for false Indigenous identity
An anthropology professor at the University of California, Berkeley, whose identity as Native American had been questioned for years has apologized for falsely identifying as Indigenous, saying she is "a white person" who lived an identity based on family lore.
Brooklyn Afrobeat band Antibalas plays Bay Area date
One of the finest exponents of domestically produced Afrobeat in America, powerhouse Brooklyn band Antibalas brings its propulsive sounds to the Bay Area for a show in Menlo Park.
Acclaimed West African band brings first U.S. tour to greater Bay Area
Celebrated West African group Baba Commandant and the Mandingo Band plays a number of shows across the Bay Area starting with a Wednesday night performance at the Rickshaw Stop in San Francisco.
Kite surfer discover body of missing Florida man in water off Berkeley Marina
The body of a Florida man was found floating in the water near the Berkeley Marina on Monday, police said.
Reunited feminist punk band L7 returns to Bay Area
Pioneering '90s feminist punk band L7 brings its classic, riff-powered hits and new songs to the UC Theatre in Berkeley Thursday night.
Berkeley diner provides free meals to anyone who's hungry, no questions asked
Classic American diners make money serving up hearty meals for a fair price but one East Bay establishment has built its business giving away food.
Berkeley diner provides free meals to anyone who's hungry
Classic American diners make money serving up hearty meals for a fair price but one East Bay establishment has built its business giving away food. Itay Hod reports. (4-28-23)
Armed suspects attempt to steal catalytic converter in Berkeley before fleeing in Maserati SUV
Police in Berkeley are investigating an incident early Thursday where two individuals brandished guns at a victim as they tried to steal a catalytic converter before fleeing the scene in a high-end luxury SUV.
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Update: 3 dead after man goes on violent rampage in San Jose, Milpitas; Suspect arrested
A man went on a deadly rampage Thursday in Milpitas and San Jose, stabbing at least three people and striking three others with a vehicle that was carjacked, police said. At least three victims have died and two others have life-threatening injuries.
Scientific Sausalito seafood seller tracks every fish from catch to can
At one Bay Area seafood company, the mercury content of each individual fish is measured to make sure what goes in the can is safe to consume.
Family staying at East Bay hotel has RV stolen from parking lot
A Bay Area military family on their way to a new post across the country had their recreational vehicle stolen from the parking lot of an East Bay hotel where they were spending the night.
Accident raises concerns over boulders placed along Kato Road in Fremont
Large boulders that were placed to keep RVs from parking along Kato Road in Fremont a couple of years ago are sparking a discussion about safety.
Parolee arrested for assault, robbery of two women at gunpoint in Livermore
A man on parole and wearing an ankle monitor was arrested for assaulting and robbing two women in Livermore last month, police said Thursday.
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Update: 3 dead after man goes on violent rampage in San Jose, Milpitas; Suspect arrested
A man went on a deadly rampage Thursday in Milpitas and San Jose, stabbing at least three people and striking three others with a vehicle that was carjacked, police said. At least three victims have died and two others have life-threatening injuries.
Scientific Sausalito seafood seller tracks every fish from catch to can
At one Bay Area seafood company, the mercury content of each individual fish is measured to make sure what goes in the can is safe to consume.
Family staying at East Bay hotel has RV stolen from parking lot
A Bay Area military family on their way to a new post across the country had their recreational vehicle stolen from the parking lot of an East Bay hotel where they were spending the night.
Accident raises concerns over boulders placed along Kato Road in Fremont
Large boulders that were placed to keep RVs from parking along Kato Road in Fremont a couple of years ago are sparking a discussion about safety.
Parolee arrested for assault, robbery of two women at gunpoint in Livermore
A man on parole and wearing an ankle monitor was arrested for assaulting and robbing two women in Livermore last month, police said Thursday.
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All-Asian San Francisco drag troupe the Rice Rockettes wary as LGBT intimidation spreads
An all Asian-American drag troupe says the recent rise in anti-drag sentiment -- including an attack on one of their own -- has made them extremely cautious about where and when they perform.
Millbrae man charged with repeated sexual assault of 11-year-old relative
A Millbrae man was arrested for repeatedly molesting a young family member, the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office said Thursday.
Woman suspected in San Mateo Ulta store theft arrested at Fremont Ulta store
A Hayward woman suspected of stealing from an Ulta cosmetics store in San Mateo last month was arrested after being spotted inside another Ulta store in Fremont.
New San Francisco NWSL team will be called Bay FC
The new National Women's Soccer League team in the San Francisco Bay Area will be called Bay Football Club, or Bay FC for short.
Update: Defendant in Chinatown bakery stabbing appears in court
A man accused of stabbing a woman in San Francisco's Chinatown on Monday was arraigned Thursday morning on multiple felony charges, according to the District Attorney's Office.
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Accident raises concerns over boulders placed along Kato Road in Fremont
Large boulders that were placed to keep RVs from parking along Kato Road in Fremont a couple of years ago are sparking a discussion about safety.
Parolee arrested for assault, robbery of two women at gunpoint in Livermore
A man on parole and wearing an ankle monitor was arrested for assaulting and robbing two women in Livermore last month, police said Thursday.
Alameda County judge unharmed after being robbed at gunpoint in Oakland
An Alameda County Superior Court judge escaped injury when he was robbed at gunpoint Thursday morning in Oakland, according to the county Sheriff's Office.
Bicyclist critically injured in Concord hit-and-run crash
Police in Concord are investigating a hit-and-run collision that left a bicyclist in critical condition Wednesday evening, according to authorities.
Judge tosses 2 of 3 murder charges filed against reputed Oakland gang member
Once again, Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price finds herself embroiled in controversy involving charges in an East Bay murder case.
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Update: 3 dead after man goes on violent rampage in San Jose, Milpitas; Suspect arrested
A man went on a deadly rampage Thursday in Milpitas and San Jose, stabbing at least three people and striking three others with a vehicle that was carjacked, police said. At least three victims have died and two others have life-threatening injuries.
Inmate dies at Milpitas jail after being found unresponsive in his cell
An inmate at Elmwood Correctional Facility in Milpitas has died after being found unresponsive in his cell Wednesday morning, but foul play is not suspected at this point, according to the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office.
Ancient mastodon tooth found by jogger on California beach
The massive fossil once belonged to an ancient elephant-like creature dating back to the Ice Age.
San Jose weighs plan to set up safe parking area for unhoused residents living in RVs
The city of San Jose could soon open a new site for unhoused residents to park their RVs and cars that would be the largest of its kind in the city.
Update: 1 dead, 1 wounded in a shooting near Willow Street in San Jose
One person was dead, another wounded and a northbound lane on Highway 87 shutdown during the morning commute early Tuesday in a shooting that occurred in a homeless encampment near Willow Street in San Jose.
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Scientific Sausalito seafood seller tracks every fish from catch to can
At one Bay Area seafood company, the mercury content of each individual fish is measured to make sure what goes in the can is safe to consume.
Spike in tranq-laced fentanyl overdose deaths has Sonoma County officials on alert
An alert has gone out to Sonoma County residents after a rash of fentanyl overdose deaths in just one week.
Santa Rosa mom arrested after 1-year-old suffers fentanyl exposure overdose
A Santa Rosa mom has been arrested after her 1-year-old daughter was discovered on the ground unconscious and not breathing inside a Boyd Street home.
Concord man convicted for deadly 2019 shooting at Petaluma Factory Outlets
A Concord man was convicted Tuesday for the 2019 murder of a teenager at the Petaluma Factory Outlets.
Napa County Supervisors vote to end drought emergency declaration
The Napa County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to end its drought emergency declaration.
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New San Francisco NWSL team will be called Bay FC
The new National Women's Soccer League team in the San Francisco Bay Area will be called Bay Football Club, or Bay FC for short.
Bryan Reynolds leads Pirates to 9-4 victory over Giants
Bryan Reynolds drove in three runs and made a leaping catch against the wall, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 9-4 on Wednesday to climb back above .500.
Update: Bob Myers steps down as Golden State Warriors GM; 'This is tough, This is hard'
Longtime Golden State GM Bob Myers, architect of the Warriors dynasty and four NBA championships, ended weeks of speculation Tuesday, announcing he was stepping down as the franchise's president and general manager.
Economic boost or big business hand-out? Nevada lawmakers consider A's stadium financing
Nevada lawmakers questioned whether a proposal to subsidize a new MLB stadium with tax credits and bonds would further jolt Las Vegas' economy.
Astros' score 7 HRs in rout of hapless A's, who fall to 10-45
The surging Astros beat Oakland 10-1 on Sunday to complete another series sweep and hand the Athletics their 11th consecutive loss.
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Update: 3 dead after man goes on violent rampage in San Jose, Milpitas; Suspect arrested
A man went on a deadly rampage Thursday in Milpitas and San Jose, stabbing at least three people and striking three others with a vehicle that was carjacked, police said. At least three victims have died and two others have life-threatening injuries.
Family staying at East Bay hotel has RV stolen from parking lot
A Bay Area military family on their way to a new post across the country had their recreational vehicle stolen from the parking lot of an East Bay hotel where they were spending the night.
Parolee arrested for assault, robbery of two women at gunpoint in Livermore
A man on parole and wearing an ankle monitor was arrested for assaulting and robbing two women in Livermore last month, police said Thursday.
Alameda County judge unharmed after being robbed at gunpoint in Oakland
An Alameda County Superior Court judge escaped injury when he was robbed at gunpoint Thursday morning in Oakland, according to the county Sheriff's Office.
Inmate dies at Milpitas jail after being found unresponsive in his cell
An inmate at Elmwood Correctional Facility in Milpitas has died after being found unresponsive in his cell Wednesday morning, but foul play is not suspected at this point, according to the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office.
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Amazon to pay $31 million for Alexa voice assistant and Ring camera privacy violations
Amazon has agreed to pay a $25 million civil penalty to settle Federal Trade Commission allegations it violated a child privacy law and deceived parents by keeping for years kids' voice and location data recorded by its Alexa voice assistant.
Office space vacancies soar in post-pandemic San Francisco; 'It's not a good look'
Take a walk through downtown San Francisco, and it's tough to miss the numerous "for lease" signs and vacant spaces.
Update: Disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes reports to prison
Disgraced Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes is in custody at the Texas prison where she will spend the next 11 years serving her sentence for overseeing an infamous blood-testing hoax
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Nvidia shares skyrocket after AI-fueled sales projections crush forecasts
Shares of Nvidia, already one of the world's most valuable companies, skyrocketed Thursday after the chipmaker forecast a huge jump in revenue, signaling how vastly the broadening use of artificial intelligence could reshape the tech sector.
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Spike in tranq-laced fentanyl overdose deaths has Sonoma County officials on alert
An alert has gone out to Sonoma County residents after a rash of fentanyl overdose deaths in just one week.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
San Francisco seeks more ideas on fighting fentanyl crisis following chaotic forum
San Francisco was supposed to have a public discussion about the fentanyl crisis on Tuesday. It ended in chaos and with someone throwing a brick at city officials. So what comes next?
Jennifer Siebel Newsom issues new report social media's impact on youth
First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom unveiled a new report that shows the correlation between social media use and youth mental health.
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Video: Biden trips and falls onstage at Air Force commencement ceremony
President Biden was quickly helped to his feet and appeared to be unhurt after tripping onstage.
Amazon to pay $31 million for Alexa voice assistant and Ring camera privacy violations
Amazon has agreed to pay a $25 million civil penalty to settle Federal Trade Commission allegations it violated a child privacy law and deceived parents by keeping for years kids' voice and location data recorded by its Alexa voice assistant.
San Jose weighs plan to set up safe parking area for unhoused residents living in RVs
The city of San Jose could soon open a new site for unhoused residents to park their RVs and cars that would be the largest of its kind in the city.
San Francisco Mayor Breed unveils $14.6B budget, vows fight for changes to status quo
Mayor London Breed officially unveiled her budget plan Wednesday ahead of what's expected to be a long negotiation with the Board of Supervisors. Judging by the mayor's comments, she's ready for a fight.
Special counsel has audio of Trump discussing classified document
In the recording, Trump acknowledged he kept a classified Pentagon document after he left the White House.
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Reed Cowan and Ryan Yamamoto kick off KPIX coverage of Pride Month, live from San Francisco's Castro District
All-Asian San Francisco drag troupe the Rice Rockettes wary as LGBT intimidation spreads
An all Asian-American drag troupe says the recent rise in anti-drag sentiment -- including an attack on one of their own -- has made them extremely cautious about where and when they perform.
Bay Area cities, groups beginning celebration of Pride month
June 1 marks the beginning of Pride month and Bay Area cities and groups were showing their rainbow colors to celebrate and support the LGBTQ+ community.
LGBTQ+ Pride month kicks off with protests, parades, parties
The start of June marks the beginning of Pride month around the United States and some parts of the world, a season intended to celebrate the lives and experiences of LGBTQ+ people and to protest against the rollback of hard-won civil rights gains.
Target faces backlash after promoting, then removing Pride-themed line of merchandise
John Ramos reports on Target receiving criticism from both sides after promoting Pride-themed products and then pulling merchandise from shelves (5-24-23)
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No strings attached: Robot puppet singing Vanessa Carlton song hits all the right notes
Over two decades after songwriter Vanessa Carlton scored a huge hit with "A Thousand Miles," a creative team has made a robot puppet of the singer and recreated the song's video on the streets of San Francisco.
Brilliant Brazilian musician Hermeto Pascoal brings rare tour to UC Theatre
Jazz Is Dead presents a rare performance of otherworldly Brazilian genius Hermeto Pascoal at the UC Theatre Sunday night.
San Francisco doom band Acid King celebrates new album at Great American
Celebrated San Francisco doom metal outfit Acid King plays its first hometown show since 2019, performing tunes from the band's latest effort 'Beyond Vision' at the Great American Music Hall Saturday night.
Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Shakur's sister, Sekyiwa "Set" Shakur, will accept the honor on the artist's behalf on June 7 on Hollywood Boulevard.
Danny Masterson convicted on two counts of rape
A Los Angeles jury Wednesday has found "That '70s Show" actor Danny Masterson guilty of two counts of forcible rape.
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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.
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.
Long-lost photos of Japanese Americans provide poignant glimpse into NorCal history
A chance discovery of a box of photos in a Yuba County storage locker is giving people a unique insight into their community after local historians took it upon themselves to document an important moment in time.
Dark moments on Golden Gate Bridge led to life transforming medical procedure
You never know what life is going to throw in your path. Just ask Debbie Menzies.
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Scientific Sausalito seafood seller tracks every fish from catch to can
At one Bay Area seafood company, the mercury content of each individual fish is measured to make sure what goes in the can is safe to consume. Brian Hackney reports. (6-1-23)
Suspect arrested following deadly South Bay rampage
A man went on a deadly rampage Thursday in Milpitas and San Jose, stabbing at least three people and striking three others with a vehicle that was carjacked. Andrea Nakano reports. (6-1-23)
Raw: SJ police spokesman on deadly South Bay rampage
San Jose police media relations officer Steve Aponte spoke to reporters Thursday evening about the arrest of a suspect for a series of deadly attacks and carjackings in the South Bay. (6-1-23)
Raw video: Suspect in South Bay stabbing rampage arrested in Milpitas
Police say a fatal stabbing in Milpitas is linked to two other separate fatal stabbing incidents in San Jose Thursday afternoon by the same person. The suspect, who police say also stole the vehicle of one of the victims in being linked to other violent incidents in San Jose earlier Thursday.
Raw video: Scene of stabbing outside San Jose Target store
Police say a stabbing in Milpitas is linked to two other separate stabbing incidents in San Jose Thursday afternoon by the same person who also stole the vehicle of one of the victims. The suspect, now in custody, is also being linked to other violent incidents in San Jose earlier Thursday.
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San Francisco woman guides young people to learn job skills and improve self-esteem
This week's Jefferson Award winner is San Francisco woman who's spent the last quarter century training thousands of young people in job preparation skills and self-esteem.
East Bay woman works to reduce homelessness in Berkeley
California makes up about 12 percent of the US population, but our state had nearly a third of the country's homeless last year, according to federal housing data.
Father and son, both rabbis, take care of SoMa's troubled residents
A pair of orthodox rabbis are coming up with some unorthodox ways to serve their South of Market neighborhood in San Francisco and beyond.
Alameda man fights climate change with ambitious tree planting initiative
An Alameda man is leading a fight for climate change that challenges each person to do one thing for the environment: plant a tree.
Bayview's Old Skool Cafe continues mission of pulling youth out of cycle of violence
A woman from San Francisco who started a violence prevention program 18 years ago in the Bayview is helping disrupt the cycle of incarceration.
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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.