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Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday offered updates on the state's plans to track and trace contacts made by diagnosed cases of COVID-19 and said some low-risk businesses would be able to reopen as early as Friday.
California is suing two multinational gasoline companies for allegedly manipulating the state's gas prices and increasing costs at the gas pump.
Financial help is finally supposed to be available this week for millions of Californians who couldn't apply for regular unemployment benefits. But we're getting flooded with emails from viewers who say they can't get through to apply.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday said a record of almost four million residents in the state have filed for unemployment since the beginning of the coronavirus emergency in March while promising California he would soon be making important moves toward reducing shelter order restrictions.
After rumors that he would be issuing an order closing all beaches and state parks in California, on Thursday Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that he was instead ordering the temporary closure of all Orange County beaches beginning Friday.
The state of California is unveiling a web portal for parents working essential jobs to access child care facilities, including a number of new pop-up facilities across the state.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday announced a new program that would bring together farmers and ranchers suffering from decreased demand for produce with food banks helping a rising number of families in need amid the COVID-19 crisis.
After of waiting weeks for some form of state assistance, thousands of unemployed gig workers in California could finally begin filing for unemployment benefits on Tuesday.
A Michigan man has been charged with wire fraud for allegedly operating a fake website that purportedly sold N95 masks but never delivered them, according federal prosecutors.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom offered additional details Tuesday on plans for the state's economic recovery from the effects of coronavirus pandemic, saying some businesses, schools and child care facilities could be weeks away from reopening.
On Tuesday, Gov. Gavin Newsom and CDPH Director Dr. Sonia Angell outlined the steps that will allow businesses and schools to reopen on California's road to eventually ending the coronavirus shelter order.
It's the spring selling season, which usually means home sales spike and excited prospective buyers spend their weekends jumping from open house to open house, but since the pandemic hit things have gone quiet.
As life under the Bay Area's shelter-in-place order enters a seventh week, it remains a study in contrasts. Warm weekend weather drew thousands of restless Californians to beaches up and down the coast.
Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), speaking in a video, said Biden offers "hope and courage, values, authenticity and integrity," and he'd be a "voice of reason and resilience" amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday criticized people who ignored the ongoing coronavirus shelter order over the weekend and packed beaches in Southern California, saying "the virus doesn't take the weekend off."
More states will loosen coronavirus-related restrictions this week after weekend re-openings in states like Georgia and Oklahoma. But what's in store for Californians?
Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday announced a new partnership with FEMA, and city and county officials to prepare and deliver meals to the state's seniors in a program that would help the beleaguered restaurant industry at the same time.
A federal judge on Thursday blocked a California law requiring background checks for people buying ammunition, issuing a sharply worded rebuke of "onerous and convoluted" regulations that violate the constitutional right to bear arms.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday offered new details on the steps to begin easing some of the restrictions put in place to stop the spread of coronavirus, placing additional emphasis on testing and contact tracing.
Nursing homes are hotbeds for coronavirus outbreaks, with about a fifth of COVID-19 deaths connected to them. Yet many states including California, are asking the facilities to take care of infected patients in-house. Some nursing homes have set up "COVID wings."
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday announced the launch of the state's new "Californians For All" initiative and website aimed at organizing volunteers and donations in the effort to provide communities with additional help from the public during the coronavirus emergency.
California Governor Gavin Newsom said it was "unrealistic" to think life as we knew it before the coronavirus pandemic would be back to normal anytime soon during an interview on "CBS This Morning" Tuesday.
Caltrans is allowing the temporary operation of food trucks in 86 state rest areas that will provide food for highway truck drivers and motorists and revenue for food truck operators during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
All four living former California governors - Pete Wilson, Gray Davis, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jerry Brown - have agreed to join a task force to come up with a recovery plan for the state's economy, shattered by soaring unemployment brought about by the coronavirus pandemic.
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Thursday that he had signed an executive order to provide supplemental paid sick leave for frontline workers in the state's food sector impacted by the coronavirus emergency.
A shelter-in-place order has been issued for a Berkeley neighborhood Monday morning following the discovery of hazardous materials inside a home, officials said.
In a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, revealed that the right frontal lobe of his brain was injured in a car accident 25 years ago.
UNAC/UHCP said about 31,000 nurses and health care workers are expected to join the picket lines across California.
Service on the Capitol Corridor rail service between the Bay Area and Sacramento will be reduced for the next several weeks, as the agency seeks to address ongoing mechanical problems that have led to disruptions.
Class-action lawsuit alleged that Google's voice assistant illegally recorded and shared private conversations with advertisers.
A shelter-in-place order has been issued for a Berkeley neighborhood Monday morning following the discovery of hazardous materials inside a home, officials said.
In a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, revealed that the right frontal lobe of his brain was injured in a car accident 25 years ago.
UNAC/UHCP said about 31,000 nurses and health care workers are expected to join the picket lines across California.
Service on the Capitol Corridor rail service between the Bay Area and Sacramento will be reduced for the next several weeks, as the agency seeks to address ongoing mechanical problems that have led to disruptions.
Class-action lawsuit alleged that Google's voice assistant illegally recorded and shared private conversations with advertisers.
There are strong upper-level winds rotating around the North Pole that normally keep all cold air contained, but in the winter, the winds weaken, and storms are able to send blasts of cold air directly from the Arctic south into the United States.
In San Jose, more than a hundred people filled San Jose's Mexican Heritage Plaza, chanting, holding up signs, and getting honks of support from the community.
The NBA game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors has been postponed following another fatal shooting by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis.
At the Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel, history is not only preserved but also shared through a new speaker series aimed at bringing San Francisco's past to life.
San Francisco's North Beach is home to wonderful Italian food and pastries. It attracts locals and tourists to the area to check out world-famous pizza, but that has caused somewhat of a problem.
A shelter-in-place order has been issued for a Berkeley neighborhood Monday morning following the discovery of hazardous materials inside a home, officials said.
The long-awaited Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts has officially reopened in Oakland, marking a major milestone for the city's cultural scene after two decades of closure.
Police in Antioch released additional details into the suspicious death of a person found lying on a roadway early Friday, saying the victim died in a hit-and-run collision.
At the end of this school year, all high school sports coaches and their assistants will be fired, with an option to reapply for their old jobs. The district says it's a new Human Resources policy, but to the coaches and team supporters, it feels like an insult.
With a new California law that lifts restrictions on the types of businesses to lease from Jack London Square, many Oakland business owners hope that new doors of opportunity could open for them.
A man has died following a hit-and-run collision in San Jose Sunday night, police said.
In San Jose, more than a hundred people filled San Jose's Mexican Heritage Plaza, chanting, holding up signs, and getting honks of support from the community.
Step inside the Seymour Marine Research Center at the University of California at Santa Cruz and be prepared to be "swallowed up" by a whale of a tale.
The Monterey County District Attorney's Office released preliminary information and body camera footage of a fatal shooting by police in Marina on Sunday, saying the man killed by officers was armed with a loaded handgun.
An arsonist is on the loose in San Jose, and investigators are looking to see if he may be responsible for burning seven cars at five different locations.
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Marin County to protest against ICE and Border Patrol agents following the killing of Alex Pretti on Saturday.
Health officials in Napa County confirmed Wednesday that a child has been diagnosed with measles in the county's first case in nearly 15 years.
Audrey Hitchcock owns Ramini Mozzarella, a line of authentic cheeses made from the milk of water buffaloes.
The Vallejo Police Department said it will receive additional patrol support from Solano County sheriff's deputies through the end of 2026, as the department deals with staffing shortages.
The county says the levee was structurally damaged by the large tidal pressure, sustaining an estimated $2.6 million in damage.
The Seahawks and the Patriots previously met in the Super Bowl back in 2015, when a last-second goal line interception by Malcolm Butler sealed the win for New England.
Stephen Curry scored 26 points to lead the Golden State Warriors past Minnesota 111-85 in the fifth straight loss for the Timberwolves and their longest skid in more than three years.
The NBA game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors has been postponed following another fatal shooting by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis.
One-time NFL MVP and longtime San Francisco 49ers quarterback John Brodie has died at the age of 90.
Kevin Johnson died from "blunt head trauma and stab wounds" at a homeless encampment, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said.
A man has died following a hit-and-run collision in San Jose Sunday night, police said.
Police in Stockton released the results of a preliminary investigation into a deadly collision involving the city manager last week, saying he was not at fault.
Police in Antioch released additional details into the suspicious death of a person found lying on a roadway early Friday, saying the victim died in a hit-and-run collision.
More than a decade after an Antioch woman was killed, her husband has been charged with her murder, prosecutors said.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has teamed up with a state lawmaker in seeking a new law that would toughen penalties on sideshows across California.
Class-action lawsuit alleged that Google's voice assistant illegally recorded and shared private conversations with advertisers.
As the European Union announces an investigation, the Grok chatbot tells CBS News, "Yes, tools like me should face meaningful regulation."
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
BART riders will be able to book short Uber rides to and from stations through the agency's app, under a partnership announced Tuesday.
Health officials in Napa County confirmed Wednesday that a child has been diagnosed with measles in the county's first case in nearly 15 years.
Over the years, Dr. Rachel Forer has found plenty of ways to take the sting out of going to the dentist. But no matter how hard she tried, fear had a way of creeping in.
Officials in San Mateo County are the latest in the Bay Area to warn residents to not forage for wild mushrooms, amid a rise in mushroom poisonings that have led to illnesses and even deaths.
The Bay Area's Spare the Air alert has been extended to at least Saturday as a high-pressure system is expected to hang around and impact air quality.
Kaiser Permanente has reached a lawsuit settlement over alleged patient data breaches involving Kaiser websites and mobile applications, with members eligible to receive a payment from a $46 million settlement fund, the health care giant announced.
"When we gaslight and contradict what the public can plainly see with their own eyes, we lose all credibility," one DHS official said.
Police in Stockton released the results of a preliminary investigation into a deadly collision involving the city manager last week, saying he was not at fault.
Beaches along the San Mateo County coast are a favorite visiting spot for Bay Area residents. But one beach in Daly City has had much of its access cut off by a man who claims to own the property above and has erected a chain link fence to keep people out.
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Marin County to protest against ICE and Border Patrol agents following the killing of Alex Pretti on Saturday.
Minnesota's secretary of state rejected a request from Attorney General Pam Bondi for federal access state voter rolls and welfare data, as tensions flare in Minneapolis after a man was shot and killed by immigration agents.
The billionaire and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated $45 million to The Trevor Project, a nonprofit focused on suicide prevention and advocacy for LGBTQ young people.
Oasis nightclub announced plans to close six months ago. New Year's Eve was slated for the final performance. A last-minute, multi-million dollar donation turned the final curtain call into an encore performance.
A 16-year FBI employee has filed a lawsuit alleging he was fired last month because he had a Pride flag displayed near his desk.
A group of transgender members of the U.S. Air Force and Space Force forced to leave active duty under the Trump administration's policies say their benefits were revoked in a rare move.
California state Sen. Scott Wiener of San Francisco announced Wednesday that he is running for Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat next year.
In a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, revealed that the right frontal lobe of his brain was injured in a car accident 25 years ago.
The long-awaited Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts has officially reopened in Oakland, marking a major milestone for the city's cultural scene after two decades of closure.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
The two-story H Mart will be at Pacific Commons Shopping Center in Fremont, and construction is planned for late 2026. In addition to its grocery selections, it will have a food hall, with a variety of fast-casual eateries, restaurants, a bar and entertainment offerings.
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.
More than a hundred people gathered in San Francisco’s Sutro Heights Park Sunday night for a candlelight vigil for Alex Pretti, who was shot and killed by federal agents in Minneapolis. Amanda Hari reports.
One beach in Daly City has had much of its access cut off by a man who claims to own the property above and has erected a chain link fence to keep people out. John Ramos reports.
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Marin County to protest against ICE and Border Patrol agents following the killing of Alex Pretti, an incident that has sparked outrage nationwide and prompted renewed demonstrations in the Bay Area. Da Lin reports.
Expect the dry trend to continue into Monday. On Tuesday, the possibility of showers return. Darren Peck has the forecast.
Two decades after it closed, the historic Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in Oakland has reopened following a $100 million renovation. Da Lin reports.
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.