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Tuition at the University of California's 10 campuses would rise by as much as 5 percent in each of the next five years under a plan UC President Janet Napolitano that is at odds with Gov. Jerry Brown.
An earthquake registering a magnitude of 4.5 struck the northwest corner of Nevada near the borders of Oregon and California early Thursday morning, one day after a magnitude 4.9 earthquake shook the same area.
State prisons officials say a San Quentin death row inmate convicted of two 1985 murders in Los Angeles has died of natural causes.
While all Bay Area residents are being used to conserve water during the drought, a new report shows some cities in the Bay Area are using three times as much water as others.
Incumbent Tom Torlakson defeated first-time candidate Marshall Tuck in the hotly contested race for California's superintendent of public instruction, an election that became an expensive battleground with high stakes for teachers unions and education reformers.
In a closely watched East Bay State Assembly race, Republican Catherine Baker appears to have come out on top for the District 16 Assembly.
An earthquake registering a preliminary magnitude of 4.9 struck the northwest corner of Nevada near the borders of Oregon and California late Tuesday night, hours after a magnitude 4.1 earthquake shook the same area.
Voters supported Proposition 1 Tuesday, authorizing $7.12 billion for state water supply infrastructure projects.
Democrat Gavin Newsom has been elected to a second term as California lieutenant governor.
The state of California has released figures that say Bay Area residents are conserving the most water during this drought tan any other part of the state. People also happen to be getting rid of the turf on their lawns.
Phil Matier says educators nationwide are keeping an eye on California's state schools superintendent race because of the candidate the teacher's union has decided to endorse.
An earthquake registering a preliminary magnitude of 4.1 struck the northwest corner of Nevada near the borders of Oregon and California Tuesday morning.
If polls are to be believed, Tuesday's election will be decided by a small group of people. But if it is a low turnout election, entire races can be won or lost on just a few votes.
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation made 62 arrests during the 21st Annual Operation Boo Child Safety Project on Halloween night.
The winning Mega Millions ticket was purchased for $1 at the Maitland Market located at 109 Maitland Drive in Alameda.
How many times have you played the lottery and lost? You'd have better luck at the blackjack table. But some people in California are winning hundreds of times, sometimes multiple times a day.
A terminally ill 29-year-old woman from San Francisco is giving more thought on her decision to die by assisted suicide two days after her husband's birthday on Nov. 1.
A moderate earthquake has hit a remote part of Nevada near the Border with both Oregon and California.
California is requiring a 21-day quarantine for people traveling from Ebola-stricken areas who have had contact with infected patients.
California's deepening drought is shrinking its rice harvest, and that's bad news for farmers, migratory birds and sushi lovers.
The number of Californians whose personal data was hacked last year jumped six-fold to 18.5 million accounts. That assessment comes from California Attorney General Kamala Harris in a new report on data breaches.
AT&T is being sued by the government over allegations it misled millions of smartphone customers who were promised unlimited data but had their Internet speeds cut by the company—slowing their ability to open web pages or watch streaming video.
Governor Jerry Brown rode through Pleasanton on Monday to encourage members of the Democratic Party in preparation for next week's election and to promote California's Propositions 1 and 2.
If you're planning to run for office with a donkey on your campaign flyer you are better off gracing the ballot in Washington or Oregon than California, according to new rankings from The Hill.
The closest statewide race on the November ballot could be one between two Democrats who are running for a non-partisan job. It's the battle between State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson and challenger Marshall Tuck.
Two-time NBA MVP Stephen Curry and his Golden State Warriors have a daunting task just to get into the playoffs.
The 20-year-old suspect is accused of traveling from Spring, Texas, to San Francisco to target OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home and carry out the attack.
A homeowner in Fairfield armed with a shovel fought off an intruder during a confrontation caught on video, police said.
The cost of ground beef in the U.S. has soared in recent years and is forecast to jump even further in 2026. What gives?
The image was deleted from President Trump's Truth Social account, but the president said it depicted him as a "doctor, making people better."
Two-time NBA MVP Stephen Curry and his Golden State Warriors have a daunting task just to get into the playoffs.
The 20-year-old suspect is accused of traveling from Spring, Texas, to San Francisco to target OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home and carry out the attack.
A homeowner in Fairfield armed with a shovel fought off an intruder during a confrontation caught on video, police said.
The cost of ground beef in the U.S. has soared in recent years and is forecast to jump even further in 2026. What gives?
The image was deleted from President Trump's Truth Social account, but the president said it depicted him as a "doctor, making people better."
Two people were arrested after shots were fired in the Russian Hill area of San Francisco early Sunday morning, police said.
With California facing a massive deficit, lawmakers are looking for places to cut spending. One of those facing the budget ax is a program called Market Match, which helps low-income people buy produce, while supporting the farmers who grow it.
On Saturday morning in San Francisco, the annual parade and festival to honor Cesar Chavez was held with a new name and a new focus.
The Valkyries obtained Veronica Burton from the Connecticut Sun during the 2025 expansion draft, and she will be entering her fourth season in the WNBA when Golden State Valkyries basketball returns on May 8.
Saturday will have the greatest potential for thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service. The storm is expected to move north to south across the Bay Area beginning around 2 p.m.
A man suspected of fatally shooting a woman in Antioch earlier this year has been arrested in Southern California, police said.
Saturday will have the greatest potential for thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service. The storm is expected to move north to south across the Bay Area beginning around 2 p.m.
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.
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.
A homeowner in Fairfield armed with a shovel fought off an intruder during a confrontation caught on video, police said.
Multiple teens were injured during a crash early Saturday morning in Novato, police said. One of them died, and the others remain in critical condition.
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.
Two-time NBA MVP Stephen Curry and his Golden State Warriors have a daunting task just to get into the playoffs.
Bennedict Mathurin scored 20 points off the bench as the Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Golden State Warriors 115-110.
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland won the 2026 Masters Tournament at Georgia's Augusta National, claiming his second straight green jacket.
Samuel Basallo hit a two-run homer, Pete Alonso also drove in two runs and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the San Francisco Giants 6-2 on Sunday.
Linus Karlsson scored in the sixth round of the shootout and the Vancouver Canucks put the San Jose Sharks on the brink of playoff elimination with a 4-3 win.
A homeowner in Fairfield armed with a shovel fought off an intruder during a confrontation caught on video, police said.
A man suspected of fatally shooting a woman in Antioch earlier this year has been arrested in Southern California, police said.
Two people were arrested after shots were fired in the Russian Hill area of San Francisco early Sunday morning, police said.
Multiple teens were injured during a crash early Saturday morning in Novato, police said. One of them died, and the others remain in critical condition.
A deputy in Riverside County was caught scrolling on what appeared to be a dating app during a standoff with an armed suspect.
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 20-year-old suspect is accused of traveling from Spring, Texas, to San Francisco to target OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home and carry out the attack.
The image was deleted from President Trump's Truth Social account, but the president said it depicted him as a "doctor, making people better."
Lawmakers are returning to Washington to face major developments in the war with Iran, a lingering DHS shutdown and possible expulsion votes for some of their own members.
Swalwell faced pressure from his own party to drop out of the race after a former staffer accused him of sexually assaulting her when she was too drunk to consent.
The probe comes as Swalwell is also being accused of assaulting a former staffer in an unrelated case.
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.
Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
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.
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.
After a wet weekend, expect partly cloudy conditions Monday, with highs in the 60s. Temperatures are expected to remain cool through midweek. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell suspended his bid for California governor on Sunday as he faced growing pressure to end his campaign amid allegations of sexual assault.
Here's a look at the weather forecast Sunday evening.
Two suspects were arrested in connection with shots fired in the area of Sam Altman's home.
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell suspended his bid for California governor on Sunday as he faced growing pressure to end his campaign amid allegations of sexual assault.
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.