Hurricane Fiona takes aim at Canada after path of destruction in Caribbean
Canadians now bracing for Hurricane Fiona as it continues to move north after pummeling Bermuda.
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Canada's Trudeau proposes national freeze on handgun ownership
The legislation, expected to be enacted this fall, would make it "illegal to buy, sell, transfer or import handguns anywhere in Canada," the prime minister said.
Trump Administration Seeks To Block California As Global Climate Leader
The Trump administration is suing to topple California as an international leader against climate change.
Personal Data Of 100 Million Capital One Credit Card Customers Hacked
The personal information of 100 million Capital One account holders in the United States and Canada was obtained by a hacker who has been arrested by the FBI.
Zuckerberg And Sandberg Ignore Canadian Subpoena, Face Possible Contempt Vote
Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg and Sheryl Sandberg did not attend a hearing in Ottawa on Tuesday, despite receiving summonses from the Canadian parliament.
Canadian Hiker Missing On Lost Coast Trail In Northern California
Authorities in Northern California are searching for a possibly injured Canadian hiker on the rugged Lost Coast Trail.
Trio Of Powerful Quakes Strike Off Pacific Northwest
A trio of powerful earthquakes, including a magnitude 6.8, struck off the coast of British Columbia late Sunday night.
Spark It Up, Eh! Canada Prepares For Legalized Marijuana
On Oct. 17, Canada becomes the second and largest country with a legal national marijuana marketplace.
Canada-US Reach Deal To Stay In Trade Pact With Mexico
Canada is back in a revamped North American free trade deal with the United States and Mexico after weeks of bitter, high-pressure negotiations that brushed up against a midnight deadline.
New Radio Telescope Picks Up Mysterious Signal From Space
A new radio telescope in Canada is picking up mysterious signals from deep space known as "fast radio bursts" (FRBs).
Man Changes Gender On Government ID To Get Cheaper Car Insurance
A man in Canada has found an inventive way to cut his car insurance by over $1,000 a year: he's officially become a woman.
Scientists Create First Beer Brewed From Cannabis
As the restrictions on marijuana continue to be loosened, scientists in Canada have reportedly developed the first beer brewed from cannabis.
Trump's Tweets Slam Canada And Trudeau Anew From Singapore
President Donald Trump took more swipes at Canada and its prime minister over trade issues as he settled in for a summit with North Korea in Singapore, contending that "Fair Trade is now to be called Fool Trade if it is not Reciprocal."
Trump Hits Allies With Metal Tariffs; Mexico, EU And Canada Vow To Retaliate
President Trump is imposing steep tariffs on steel and aluminum from three of America's biggest trading partners.
15 Hurt in 'Improvised Explosive Device' Attack Near Toronto
Two suspects detonated an "improvised explosive device" on Thursday, injuring at least 15 people inside a restaurant near Toronto police said.
Californians Warned About Norovirus Risk From Canadian Oysters
California health officials say about 100 people statewide have contracted norovirus in the past week after eating raw oysters from British Columbia, Canada.
15 Killed in Canadian Youth Hockey Team Bus Crash
A semi-trailer slammed into a bus carrying a youth hockey team in western Canada, killing 15 people and injuring 14 in a catastrophic collision.
Mexico, Canada And Others May Be Exempted From US Tariffs
The White House said Wednesday that Mexico, Canada and other countries may be spared from President Donald Trump's planned steel and aluminum tariffs under national security "carve-outs."
Trudeau Touting Canada's Tech Industry In Visit To San Francisco
The heated debate over immigration since Trump's election has provided a clear opening for Canada to pitch itself to Silicon Valley.
Lyft Announces Its First International Expansion
Lyft did not give a specific date for when it would come to Toronto, but noted it would be there in time for the holidays.
Metallica's James Hetfield Preaches Unity, Tolerance
"So for me, you are Metallica family" Hetfield said. "All are welcome." - James Hetfield
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VIDEO: Metallica at Outside Lands not enough for you? Then check out their last North American show on the tour live from Edmonton, Canada.
6.2 Magnitude Quake Rocks Canadian-Alaska Border
The U.S. Geological Survey says a magnitude-6.2 earthquake has rattled the corner of British Columbia, near the boundary with Alaska.
Canada's Trudeau Talks With Trump At White House
President Donald Trump praised the "outstanding" trade relationship between the United States and Canada Monday, saying he would only be "tweaking" it going forward.
Tar Sands Oil From Canada Could Pose Threat To Bay Area Marine Life
The environmental impacts of the fuel from tar sands, known as bitumen, on marine life remains largely unknown.
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'Insane' fuel prices shock Bay Area drivers used to paying more
Gov. Newsom said oil companies need to explain why California drivers pay so much more than the rest of the nation.
Giants win 10 of 11, beat Diamondbacks
Evan Longoria homered twice and drove in five runs as the Giants beat the Diamondbacks 10-4 Friday night for their 10th win in 11 games.
Raleigh's walk-off HR lifts Mariners over A's and into playoffs
The Seattle Mariners ended the longest playoff drought in baseball with a 2-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Friday night.
California law allows for disciplining docs who spread COVID lies
Doctors who spread coronavirus lies could be disciplined for unprofessional conduct in California under a law signed Friday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Gov. Newsom signs bill to fast-track climate-friendly transportation projects
A bill that would fast-track approval of bicycle, rapid bus, light rail and pedestrian projects in California was signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom, the bill's sponsor announced Friday.
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'Insane' fuel prices shock Bay Area drivers used to paying more
Gov. Newsom said oil companies need to explain why California drivers pay so much more than the rest of the nation.
California law allows for disciplining docs who spread COVID lies
Doctors who spread coronavirus lies could be disciplined for unprofessional conduct in California under a law signed Friday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Gov. Newsom signs bill to fast-track climate-friendly transportation projects
A bill that would fast-track approval of bicycle, rapid bus, light rail and pedestrian projects in California was signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom, the bill's sponsor announced Friday.
Police arrest 16-year-old boy in Fairfield shooting that left man critically hurt
A 16-year-old boy was arrested for a shooting in Fairfield this week that left a man with critical injuries, police said Friday afternoon.
Pittsburg set to defend title in Fleet Week High School Band Challenge
The Pittsburg High School marching band heads to Fleet Week as defending champions of the last High School Band Challenge in 2019.
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'Insane' fuel prices shock Bay Area drivers used to paying more
Gov. Newsom said oil companies need to explain why California drivers pay so much more than the rest of the nation.
Pittsburg set to defend title in Fleet Week High School Band Challenge
The Pittsburg High School marching band heads to Fleet Week as defending champions of the last High School Band Challenge in 2019.
2 arrested after elderly couple's rare coin collection stolen in Menlo Park
Two men were arrested on suspicion of stealing tens of thousands of dollars worth of rare coins and currency from a brokerage business run out of the home of an elderly couple in Menlo Park earlier this month, police said.
Front-loader wrecks cars, smashes into house in San Francisco
A construction vehicle mishap in San Francisco caused severe damage to a home and several cars Friday, police and fire officials said.
SF Noe Valley meth trafficker sentenced to more than 13 years in prison
A San Francisco man convicted of trafficking tens of thousands of dollars worth of drugs monthly received a 160-month prison term, federal prosecutors announced Friday.
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Police arrest 16-year-old boy in Fairfield shooting that left man critically hurt
A 16-year-old boy was arrested for a shooting in Fairfield this week that left a man with critical injuries, police said Friday afternoon.
Pittsburg set to defend title in Fleet Week High School Band Challenge
The Pittsburg High School marching band heads to Fleet Week as defending champions of the last High School Band Challenge in 2019.
Cal students in campus housing complain of weak security after recent incidents
Some University of California, Berkeley students living in university housing are feeling vulnerable after trespassers repeatedly entered their buildings.
AC transit to lift mask mandate
The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District will lift its onboard mask mandate Sunday for the first time since early June.
Double shooting in East Oakland injures 2
Police in Oakland reported a shooting that injured two people Friday afternoon, the latest in a string of recent gun violence.
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Brush fire breaks out along Southbound I-280 in Los Altos Hills
At least two lanes of Southbound Interstate 280 in Los Altos Hills are blocked Friday afternoon due to a brush fire.
Tesla set to feature robot, autonomous driving at 'AI Day' Friday evening
Tesla will hold its 2nd annual AI Day in Palo Alto Friday evening. The event will include updates on Tesla's work in artificial intelligence, autonomous driving and robotics.
South Bay child sex trafficking ringleader sentenced to decades in federal prison
A San Jose man will be spending decades in federal prison for his role as the mastermind of a major child sex trafficking ring that provided underage female prostitutes to men in rooms at several South Bay hotels and motels.
San Jose police release photo of vehicle in deadly January pedestrian hit-and-run
San Jose police have released a surveillance camera photo of a vehicle involved in a deadly pedestrian hit-and-run collision in January.
San Jose child sex trafficker sentenced to nearly 40 years in federal prison
A San Jose man who was convicted in a child sex trafficking scheme has been sentenced to more than 38 years in prison, federal officials said.
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Two arrested on 21 counts of arson in suspicious Healdsburg fires
Two suspects have been charged with 21 counts of arson for a series of suspicious fires in the Healdsburg area last year.
Santa Rosa couple charged in fentanyl death of baby daughter plead not guilty
A young Santa Rosa couple accused of causing the death of their baby daughter from fentanyl poisoning in May entered a formal plea of not guilty last Friday, the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office has confirmed.
Man accused of brandishing firearm on Rohnert Park trail arrested on multiple felony counts
A man suspected of brandishing a firearm along a trail in Rohnert Park last week has been arrested on multiple felony charges, including alleged child abuse, authorities said.
Sentencing delayed for Napa man who plotted to blow up Dem headquarters
A Napa man who pleaded guilty to plotting to firebomb the state Democratic Party's headquarters and other buildings in Sacramento after the defeat of former President Donald Trump had his sentencing delayed Wednesday after a federal judge rejected a plea agreement.
Mare Island Waterfront Weekend celebration returns to Vallejo
Vallejo's annual Waterfront Weekend festivities are set to return this Saturday for the eighth time.
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Giants win 10 of 11, beat Diamondbacks
Evan Longoria homered twice and drove in five runs as the Giants beat the Diamondbacks 10-4 Friday night for their 10th win in 11 games.
Raleigh's walk-off HR lifts Mariners over A's and into playoffs
The Seattle Mariners ended the longest playoff drought in baseball with a 2-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Friday night.
James Wiseman impressive in leading Warriors to exhibition opener win in Tokyo
Golden State center James Wiseman, coming back after sitting out more than a year with an injured knee, scored 20 points and grabbed 9 rebounds to lead the Warriors to a 96-87 win over Washington Friday in an exhibition season opener played in Tokyo.
Proctor slams, Rodón Ks 10 as Giants sweep Rockies
Ford Proctor hit a grand slam for his first career home run, Carlos Rodón struck out 10 and the Giants beat the Rockies 6-4 on Thursday night.
A's deny Ohtani no-hitter but fall to Angels 4-2
Shohei Ohtani pitched no-hit ball into the eighth inning and led the Los Angeles Angels over the Oakland Athletics 4-2 Thursday night.
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Police arrest 16-year-old boy in Fairfield shooting that left man critically hurt
A 16-year-old boy was arrested for a shooting in Fairfield this week that left a man with critical injuries, police said Friday afternoon.
Cal students in campus housing complain of weak security after recent incidents
Some University of California, Berkeley students living in university housing are feeling vulnerable after trespassers repeatedly entered their buildings.
2 arrested after elderly couple's rare coin collection stolen in Menlo Park
Two men were arrested on suspicion of stealing tens of thousands of dollars worth of rare coins and currency from a brokerage business run out of the home of an elderly couple in Menlo Park earlier this month, police said.
Double shooting in East Oakland injures 2
Police in Oakland reported a shooting that injured two people Friday afternoon, the latest in a string of recent gun violence.
Man accused of cutting telecom lines in Fremont neighborhood
A man has been arrested on vandalism charges in connection with cut telecommunication lines in a Fremont neighborhood that led to thousands of people losing internet and phone service.
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Man accused of cutting telecom lines in Fremont neighborhood
A man has been arrested on vandalism charges in connection with cut telecommunication lines in a Fremont neighborhood that led to thousands of people losing internet and phone service.
Tesla set to feature robot, autonomous driving at 'AI Day' Friday evening
Tesla will hold its 2nd annual AI Day in Palo Alto Friday evening. The event will include updates on Tesla's work in artificial intelligence, autonomous driving and robotics.
North Bay to get 369 area code as 707 runs low on available phone numbers
Eleven California counties, including several in the North Bay, will get a second area code next year as the longtime 707 area code runs low on numbers, utility officials said.
House approves scaled-down legislation targeting Big Tech dominance
The House on Thursday approved sharply scaled-down legislation targeting the dominance of Big Tech companies by giving states greater power in antitrust cases and increasing money for federal regulators.
New Google tool lets users request excluding search results containing private info
Google on Wednesday said it has begun rolling out an option for users to request excluding search results featuring their phone numbers and other sensitive personal information.
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California law allows for disciplining docs who spread COVID lies
Doctors who spread coronavirus lies could be disciplined for unprofessional conduct in California under a law signed Friday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
AC transit to lift mask mandate
The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District will lift its onboard mask mandate Sunday for the first time since early June.
Newsom signs two bills enabling healthcare access for trans youth
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills Thursday intended to protect and bolster access to health care for transgender children and adults.
Contra Costa County lifts orders expanding access to COVID-19 testing; sites to close
Contra Costa County health officials lifted a trio of health orders this week that expanded the availability of COVID-19 testing in the early months of the pandemic.
San Mateo nursing home faces lawsuit after resident dies of poisoning
The family of a 93-year-old woman who died after ingesting an industrial strength cleaning solution at the Atria Park assisted living home in San Mateo in August is filing a lawsuit, a spokesperson for the law firm involved said Wednesday.
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California law allows for disciplining docs who spread COVID lies
Doctors who spread coronavirus lies could be disciplined for unprofessional conduct in California under a law signed Friday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Newsom signs bill to limit conservatorships in wake of #FreeBritney movement
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed a bill limiting conservatorships that grant legal guardianship over individuals, a move that comes after Britney Spears' conservatorship case garnered national attention.
Newsom signs two bills enabling healthcare access for trans youth
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills Thursday intended to protect and bolster access to health care for transgender children and adults.
Newsom orders early arrival of winter blend to slow rising prices at the pump
Gov. Gavin Newsom has ordered state officials to lift restrictions on producing cheaper winter blends of gasoline to slow the steep increase in the price of unleaded at the pump.
Ginni Thomas tells Jan. 6 panel Justice Thomas was unaware of her Meadows texts
Her husband was "completely unaware of my texts with Mark Meadows until this committee leaked them to the press while he was in a hospital bed fighting an infection," Ginni Thomas said.
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Newsom signs two bills enabling healthcare access for trans youth
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills Thursday intended to protect and bolster access to health care for transgender children and adults.
Gov. Newsom signs law to help LGBTQ military veterans regain benefits
A new law in California will help military service members who were discharged under "don't ask, don't tell" policies reestablish their eligibility for Veterans Affairs benefits.
San Francisco's Castro Theater hosts historic LGBTQ 'Bros' movie premiere
A historic movie premiere in San Francisco's Castro District Sunday night drew more than a thousand people to the theater.
Oakland Pride parade returns after pandemic pause
Oakland Pride returned Sunday for the first time since the pandemic as cheerful crowds filled several city blocks for the all-day festival.
South Bay mural honors LGBT icon Billy DeFrank
The Billy DeFrank Community Center, the heart of the South Bay's LGBT community, unveiled a larger-than-life mural honoring its namesake on Friday.
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Newsom signs bill to limit conservatorships in wake of #FreeBritney movement
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday signed a bill limiting conservatorships that grant legal guardianship over individuals, a move that comes after Britney Spears' conservatorship case garnered national attention.
Heady bill brings psych and prog powerhouses to UC Theatre
A summit of two of heavy music's most forward-thinking acts, hypnotic avant-doom trio Om are joined by celebrated synth-powered instrumental duo Zombi at the UC Theatre Monday night.
Talented songwriter/guitar hero Ian Moore lands at Oakland's Elbo Room
Acclaimed onetime Austin, TX-based songwriter and guitar slinger Ian Moore returns to his former Bay Area stomping grounds this week for a show at the Elbo Room in Oakland Friday.
Filipino filmmaker's dream project heads to Bay Area theaters
A new action-comedy film made by a Bay Area Filipino filmmaker will make its debut this weekend in the hometown where he grew up.
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass brings three days of music to Golden Gate Park
One of the most celebrated music festivals in the Bay Area and the nation, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass makes a welcome return to Golden Gate Park for three days of eclectic sounds this weekend.
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Identity Thieves Earn Cyber Cash, Stick Victims With Tax Bill
Imagine getting a bunch of tax documents telling you and the IRS about a large sum of money you made when, in fact, you never received a penny of it.
Ukrainians Seeking Shelter With Bay Area Families Face Closed Doors, Red Tape
Many in the Bay Area want their Ukrainian relatives to find safe haven here but the obstacles they're facing are formidable.
KPIX Special Report: San Francisco Tenderloin – A State of Emergency
The state of emergency that San Francisco Mayor London Breed declared for the Tenderloin last December has a lot of people talking but no one is paying closer attention than the people who live there.
Unreal Estate Is Booming; Metaverse Adds Value to Virtual Worlds
One of the hottest real estate markets is not in the Bay Area. In fact, it's not even in our world. It's at your fingertips in an alternate reality known as the metaverse.
Scientists Work to Unravel Mysteries of How Anxiety, PTSD Affect Brain
A group of Bay Area scientists have unraveled some surprising secrets about post traumatic stress disorder or PTSD which one day could lead to better therapies and treatments.
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'Insane' fuel prices shock Bay Area drivers used to paying more
Gov. Newsom said oil companies need to explain why California drivers pay so much more than the rest of the nation. Shawn Chitnis reports. (9-30-22)
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Former San Jose homeless camp occupant brings hope to displaced friends
Len Ramirez has the story of one formerly homeless woman transitioning to a new life who hasn't forgotten where she once was or who still needs help. (9-30-22)
Pittsburg set to defend title in Fleet Week High School Band Challenge
The Pittsburg High School marching band returns to Fleet Week as defending champions of the last High School Band Challenge in 2019. Ryan Yamamoto reports. (9-30-22)
Friday coastside rescue underscores dangers of Devils Slide
A driver whose car plunged off Devils Slide on Highway 1 in San Mateo County Friday was lucky to survive. Many others who took a wrong turn there have not. Sara Donchey reports. (9-30-22)
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Oakland web designer's non-profit gives up-and-coming creators a jump start
An East Bay man saw that few women or people of color are getting jobs in one of technology's fastest-growing sectors. So he decided to do something about it.
SF Hunters Point woman uses her position to support Black business owners
Even before the pandemic, US Census numbers show that eight out of ten black-owned businesses failed in the first year and a half. This week's Jefferson Award winner is a woman whose goal is to turn things around.
Samaritan House CEO expands nonprofit's reach during COVID pandemic
A Foster City man has led the fight against poverty for tens of thousands of people in San Mateo County to make sure no one is left behind in the pandemic.
Parents of Jenny Lin keep her memory alive by helping Castro Valley community
Nearly 30 years after Castro Valley teenager Jenny Lin was murdered, her parents have made it their mission to keep their daughter's memory alive and to help their community at the same time.
Mother and son team up to help homeless in Hayward
An East Bay mother and son are teachers by day, but outside the classroom, they team up to serve those in need in downtown Hayward.
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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.