Teen boy injured after being hit by fleeing bank robbery suspect in San Lorenzo
A male teenager was rushed to the hospital Monday afternoon following a crash in San Lorenzo that involved a suspect fleeing from nearby bank robbery.
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Update: SF police arrest 2 suspects in carjacking, spectacular crash at Sanchez Street steps
San Francisco police on Wednesday announced they have arrested two suspects in connection with a carjacking and subsequent crash that saw a car plummet from the hill atop the Sanchez Street stairs.
Child on bicycle hit by vehicle in Concord
A child on a bicycle was hit by a vehicle in Concord on Tuesday afternoon.
2 Coastside crashes give emergency crews a busy morning
A crash in El Granada Saturday sent a car off the road, hitting a house and injuring 2; later, a car rolled over farther south on Hwy 1, prompting Cal Fire to tweet a caution to slow down while driving along the coast.
Sheriff's wife arrested for DUI after plowing Tesla into Santa Rosa house
The wife of the Sonoma County sheriff was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after her car apparently left the roadway and slammed into a Santa Rosa residence Saturday.
SUV plows into FedEx office in Orinda
Police and fire units responded to an accident in Orinda Wednesday evening where a white BMW SUV crashed through the window of a Federal Express office.
Pedestrian fatally struck on Fair Oaks Avenue in Sunnyvale
A man was struck and killed in Sunnyvale Saturday night as he was trying to cross Fair Oaks Avenue, according to the Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety.
Woodland residents in shock over violent crash that killed 1 person
One person is dead and nearly a dozen are injured after a police chase ended with a three-car crash in Woodland Saturday evening.
Hospital officials seek identity of patient hit by vehicle in San Leandro
Sutter Health is asking the public's help in identifying a man who was sent to the hospital after being hit by a car near the San Leandro BART station.
Palo Alto police seeking witnesses to crash that killed pedestrian
Palo Alto police are seeking witnesses to a collision that occurred on Monday morning, where a vehicle struck a pedestrian.
East Bay cyclists say they're targets of malicious car assaults
Victims in a series of East Bay cyclist-to-automobile collisions say the incidents were not accidental.
Wet storm presents Bay Area drivers with bumper car conditions
For a lot of people in the Bay Area Saturday, driving in the wet conditions felt a bit like playing a vehicular version of Russian roulette.
Update: San Jose State students, teammates gather to remember Camdan McWright
Students and friends on Friday marched to the intersection where their friend and teammate died after being hit by a bus while riding a scooter early that morning.
Falling tree smashes Uber driver's windshield in downtown San Francisco
An Uber driver and his passenger had a close call in San Francisco Thursday morning when a tree came crashing down on the driver's car.
3 hospitalized, 1 critical, after collision on Tully Road in San Jose
Police in San Jose said three people have been hospitalized, including one person in critical condition, following a collision between two vehicles on Tully Road Friday afternoon that may have resulted from a police chase.
Car plows into San Jose apartment building, igniting 2-alarm fire
One San Jose firefighter was injured Friday afternoon as crews responded to a two-alarm apartment building fire ignited by a car crashing into the building's gas meter.
Two pedestrians and driver injured in San Jose collision
Police in San Jose are investigating a traffic collision involving a vehicle that struck and injured two pedestrians Tuesday evening, authorities said.
Firefighters rescue man who drove into canal by Oakland Coliseum
Oakland firefighters rescued a man Sunday night who drove his vehicle off northbound I-880 near the Oakland Coliseum and into about three feet of water in a canal.
6 hurt after SUV slams into Muni bus in San Francisco Marina District
An SUV speeding along Lombard Street crashed into a Muni bus at Fillmore Street Saturday morning, resulting in several pedestrian injuries.
DUI driver in Petaluma hits pedestrian, vehicle before punching witness, kicking officer
Police in Petaluma said a reckless driver hit a pedestrian, then smashed into a vehicle, a pole, and a tree, before punching a witness and kicking a police officer Saturday night.
7-year-old on bicycle fatally struck by vehicle in Fremont
A young child died from injuries after being hit by a vehicle while riding a bicycle on Montrose Avenue in Fremont Friday afternoon, authorities said.
1 injured in rollover crash on Skyline Blvd. in Woodside
Fire units responded to a rollover crash that started on Skyline Blvd. and ended on La Honda Road, in Woodside on Tuesday evening.
San Jose Police Arrest DUI Suspect in Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash
Police arrested a drunken driving suspect who allegedly fled after fatally hitting a pedestrian Saturday night near downtown San Jose.
Car Hits, Injures Man In San Francisco's Western Addition
A vehicle struck a 36-year-old man crossing the street in San Francisco's Western Addition neighborhood late Wednesday night, sending him to the hospital with injuries, police said.
Teenager Dies In Horrific Car Crash Into Pittsburg Canal
A 19-year-old died early Wednesday morning when his vehicle crashed into a Pittsburg canal and was submerged underwater for at least 25 minutes, authorities said.
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Smoky skies impacting daily life for some North Bay residents
The smoky skies this week caught some residents by surprise, but they say it's not as bad as previous years.
San Francisco Supervisor Preston to hold hearing on strategies to curb car break-ins
San Francisco Supervisor Dean Preston on Thursday is sponsoring a hearing on strategies to address the city's problem with car break-ins.
Some Bay Area rideshare users could see fewer pickups with rising gas prices. Here's why
Gas prices are continuing to go up in California, and it's affecting not only commuters but rideshare drivers and passengers.
Dominic Canzone homers and drives in 4 runs as the Mariners beat the A's to keep pace with rivals
Dominic Canzone homered and drove in four runs as the Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics 6-3 to complete a three-game sweep and maintain their position in the tight AL West race.
Oakland police, US Marshals arrest 137 fugitives in 'Operation North State III'
In Oakland, the collaboration acted on and closed 156 warrants and arrested 137 fugitives, U.S. Marshals said.
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Smoky skies impacting daily life for some North Bay residents
The smoky skies this week caught some residents by surprise, but they say it's not as bad as previous years.
San Francisco Supervisor Preston to hold hearing on strategies to curb car break-ins
San Francisco Supervisor Dean Preston on Thursday is sponsoring a hearing on strategies to address the city's problem with car break-ins.
Some Bay Area rideshare users could see fewer pickups with rising gas prices. Here's why
Gas prices are continuing to go up in California, and it's affecting not only commuters but rideshare drivers and passengers.
Dominic Canzone homers and drives in 4 runs as the Mariners beat the A's to keep pace with rivals
Dominic Canzone homered and drove in four runs as the Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics 6-3 to complete a three-game sweep and maintain their position in the tight AL West race.
Oakland police, US Marshals arrest 137 fugitives in 'Operation North State III'
In Oakland, the collaboration acted on and closed 156 warrants and arrested 137 fugitives, U.S. Marshals said.
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San Francisco Supervisor Preston to hold hearing on strategies to curb car break-ins
San Francisco Supervisor Dean Preston on Thursday is sponsoring a hearing on strategies to address the city's problem with car break-ins.
Some Bay Area rideshare users could see fewer pickups with rising gas prices. Here's why
Gas prices are continuing to go up in California, and it's affecting not only commuters but rideshare drivers and passengers.
California struggles with skyrocketing gas prices as summer comes to a close
Pain at the pump is returning across the United States, especially in California where gas prices are rapidly approaching -- and in southern parts of the state, surpassing -- $6 a gallon.
Pair of Bay Area women helping rescue dogs from war-torn parts of Ukraine
A pair of women from the Bay Area are taking their compassion for canines overseas by rescuing dogs from war-torn Ukraine.
Pedestrian struck by driver in SF Mission District hospitalized with life-threatening injuries
A pedestrian in San Francisco's Mission District was seriously injured after being struck by a driver Wednesday afternoon, a police spokesperson said.
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Oakland police, US Marshals arrest 137 fugitives in 'Operation North State III'
In Oakland, the collaboration acted on and closed 156 warrants and arrested 137 fugitives, U.S. Marshals said.
Closed meeting by Sunol Glen School District raises some concerns after "special interests" flag vote
In the East Bay, a special school board meeting is scheduled for the Sunol Glen School District Tuesday afternoon.
East Bay woman gets prison for embezzling $1.7M from Men's Wearhouse
A woman from Danville was sentenced to 22 months in federal prison for embezzling over $1.7 million from Men's Wearhouse and its parent company Tailored Brands, federal prosecutors said this week.
Oakland community calls for violence prevention solutions, more police funding at council meeting
It was another heated city council meeting in Oakland Tuesday as people from across the community packed the room to call on city leaders to do more to solve issues related to crime in the area.
Interview: Former Oakland Police Chief Armstrong talks about what's next
Oakland's fired police chief spoke with KPIX about his next move as we are now seeing the full report that's cast doubt over the reasons behind his firing.
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SCC Health: Bacteria from fish didn't cause SJ woman's quadruple amputation
Health officials in Santa Clara County have cast doubts on reports that a bacterial infection blamed on fish eaten by a San Jose woman caused her to undergo a quadruple amputation.
Update: Man dies in shooting on Capitol Expressway in San Jose
Police are seeking information leading to a suspect after a man was found fatally shot along Capitol Expressway in South San Jose on Tuesday afternoon.
Santa Cruz County approves policy for use of AI among employees
Santa Cruz County employees will have ongoing guidance for the use of artificial intelligence on the job thanks to a new policy adopted by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday.
San Jose police: Man shot near Capitol Expressway intersection
San Jose police said a person was shot near a major intersection
FTX lawyers accuse Sam Bankman-Fried's parents of unjustly enriching themselves with company funds
Lawyers for collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX Trading are accusing Sam Bankman-Fried's parents of exploiting their influence over their son and the company he founded to enrich themselves by millions of dollars.
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Smoky skies impacting daily life for some North Bay residents
The smoky skies this week caught some residents by surprise, but they say it's not as bad as previous years.
Vallejo man lied about having cancer for donations to play in Las Vegas poker event
A poker player who said he had terminal cancer and accepted thousands of dollars in donations so he could play in a World Series of Poker tournament in Las Vegas now admits it was all a lie.
Red Flag Warning issued for North Bay as gusty winds forecasted
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for the interior North Bay mountains from Wednesday night through Thursday evening because of critical fire weather conditions that are expected to develop.
1st Native American woman to go to space inspires crowd in hometown of Petaluma
The first Native American woman in space, Nicole Mann spoke to a rapt crowd of fans in her hometown of Petaluma at the Petaluma Woman's Club Tuesday.
Santa Rosa teen arrested on suspicion of bringing imitation firearm to school
Santa Rosa police arrested a Montgomery High School student on Tuesday on suspicion of bringing an imitation gun onto campus.
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Dominic Canzone homers and drives in 4 runs as the Mariners beat the A's to keep pace with rivals
Dominic Canzone homered and drove in four runs as the Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics 6-3 to complete a three-game sweep and maintain their position in the tight AL West race.
Giants swept by Diamondbacks as playoff chances slip away
The Giants have lost five of their past six, fell to 76-76 for the season, and are 3 1/2 games back for the final playoff spot.
Carroll, Marte use daring double steal to push the Diamondbacks past the Giants 8-4
Ketel Marte had four hits, Zac Gallen earned his 16th win and the Arizona Diamondbacks won their fourth straight game by beating the San Francisco Giants 8-4.
Crawford homers, Kelenic drives in two to back Castillo's win as Mariners beat A's 7-2
J.P. Crawford homered in the ninth inning and Jarred Kelenic hit a pair of RBI singles to support Luis Castillo's eighth consecutive winning decision, leading Seattle past the Oakland Athletics 7-2 on Tuesday night.
Authorities identify 2 California pilots who died in Reno Air Races collision
Authorities have released the names of two California pilots who died over the weekend in a collision during an air racing event in Reno.
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Oakland police, US Marshals arrest 137 fugitives in 'Operation North State III'
In Oakland, the collaboration acted on and closed 156 warrants and arrested 137 fugitives, U.S. Marshals said.
Pedestrian struck by driver in SF Mission District hospitalized with life-threatening injuries
A pedestrian in San Francisco's Mission District was seriously injured after being struck by a driver Wednesday afternoon, a police spokesperson said.
Video: Tourists attempt to stop brazen burglars in getaway car at San Francisco's Fort Mason
A sightseeing trip took a wild turn for a group of tourists in San Francisco last week that left one victim hanging off the side of a speeding car as he tried to stop a brazen smash-and-grab burglary at Fort Mason.
Update: Man dies in shooting on Capitol Expressway in San Jose
Police are seeking information leading to a suspect after a man was found fatally shot along Capitol Expressway in South San Jose on Tuesday afternoon.
Oklahoma man made hundreds of ghost guns for Mexican cartel
One of the first cases to expose the pipeline of guns from the United States to Mexican cartels involved an Oklahoma man smuggling ghost gun parts across the border through Laredo, Texas.
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Airbnb says it's cracking down on fake listings, has removed 59,000 this year
Airbnb says it's cracking down on fake listings, which are emerging as a major problem for customers of the short-term rental site.
Google sued for negligence after man drove off bridge while following map
The family of a North Carolina man who died after driving his car off a collapsed bridge while following Google Maps directions is suing the technology giant for negligence.
Santa Cruz County approves policy for use of AI among employees
Santa Cruz County employees will have ongoing guidance for the use of artificial intelligence on the job thanks to a new policy adopted by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday.
1st Native American woman to go to space inspires crowd in hometown of Petaluma
The first Native American woman in space, Nicole Mann spoke to a rapt crowd of fans in her hometown of Petaluma at the Petaluma Woman's Club Tuesday.
Judge halts California law restricting companies' use of information from kids online
A federal judge has halted implementation of a California law intended to restrict companies' use of information gathered from young internet users in order to protect the privacy of minors.
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SCC Health: Bacteria from fish didn't cause SJ woman's quadruple amputation
Health officials in Santa Clara County have cast doubts on reports that a bacterial infection blamed on fish eaten by a San Jose woman caused her to undergo a quadruple amputation.
San Mateo County latest to order healthcare workers wear masks between late fall - spring
Healthcare workers in San Mateo County will be required to wear masks between November and April, amid concerns about the increased spread of respiratory viruses such as COVID-19, flu and RSV during those months.
San Francisco health officials hope data on drug use will provide answers in fentanyl crisis
It is a problem across the Bay Area, but the fentanyl crisis is hitting San Francisco especially hard, with the city reporting August was one of its deadliest months for overdoses.
New mask order for Contra Costa County health care workers in 'high-risk' facilities
Contra Costa County and other Bay Area counties are issuing a new masking order that applies to workers at "high-risk" health care facilities as COVID-19 cases are again rising.
Sonoma health officer to require masks for health workers from Nov. 2023 – Apr. 2024
Health care workers in Sonoma County will be required to wear masks in patient care areas from November through April, under a new order issued by the county's health officer.
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San Francisco Supervisor Preston to hold hearing on strategies to curb car break-ins
San Francisco Supervisor Dean Preston on Thursday is sponsoring a hearing on strategies to address the city's problem with car break-ins.
Closed meeting by Sunol Glen School District raises some concerns after "special interests" flag vote
In the East Bay, a special school board meeting is scheduled for the Sunol Glen School District Tuesday afternoon.
California truck drivers urge Newsom to sign job-saving bill as self-driving big rigs are tested
California lawmakers and union leaders are asking Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign a bill that would save jobs as large self-driving trucks are tested on public roads.
Former Rep. Jackie Speier to run for San Mateo County Board of Supervisors
Less than a year after retiring from Congress, former Rep. Jackie Speier announced that she would run for the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors in 2024.
Garland says "no one" has told him to indict Trump
Attorney General Merrick Garland testified before the House for the first time since former President Donald Trump's indictments.
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Closed meeting by Sunol Glen School District raises some concerns after "special interests" flag vote
In the East Bay, a special school board meeting is scheduled for the Sunol Glen School District Tuesday afternoon.
Cases of LGBTQ+ veterans denied honorable discharges under "don't ask, don't tell" to be reviewed
Ryan Yamamoto reports on plans for the Pentagon to review cases of LGBTQ+ veterans denied honorable discharges under "don't ask, don't tell" (9-20-2023)
Sunol Glen School Board to hold closed session amid flag-ban controversy
Ryan Yamamoto reports on questions surrounding the Sunol Glen School Board's plans for a closed-door meeting Wednesday (9-20-2023)
Exclusive: DoD to review cases of LGBTQ+ vets denied honorable discharges
The Pentagon plans to make it easier for LGBTQ+ veterans to retroactively obtain honorable discharges they may have been denied because of their sexuality.
Oakland celebrates LGBTQ+ community with Pride Festival
Oakland Pride returns to the East Bay city's streets as cheerful crowds fill several downtown blocks for the Sunday festival and parade.
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John Grisham, George R.R. Martin and more authors sue OpenAI for copyright infringement
John Grisham, Jodi Picoult and George R.
East Bay psych-prog heavyweights headline Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley
Bay Area psych-prog band Mondo Drag headlines this free show at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley Friday night, sharing the stage with local psych/shoegaze outfit the Asteroid No. 4.
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass announces set times and stage line-ups for 2023 edition
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass on Tuesday announced the set times and line-up for each stage during the free three-day music festival that kicks off Friday, Sept. 29th, in Golden Gate Park.
Pakistani singer Arooj Aftab teams with jazz talents at Great American Music Hall
Gifted Pakistani vocalist Arooj Aftab brings her new collaborative trio with fellow NYC musicians Vijay Iyer and Shahzad Ismaily to the Great American Music Hall Thursday night.
A new breed of leaders are atop the largest US unions today. Here are some faces to know
From picket lines in Hollywood to walkouts against Detroit automakers, it's already been a big year for labor organizing — and behind several major showdowns with enormous companies are some of America's largest unions.
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Study: Colorectal cancer patients could skip harsh radiation therapy
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Smoky skies in the North Bay not as bad as previous years, residents say
Andrea Nakano reports on conditions in the North Bay, and what some residents had to say about the smoky skies.
First Alert Weather Wednesday evening forecast 9-20-23
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Bay Area rideshare drivers talk about how higher gas prices could affect passengers
Jocelyn Moran reports on how rising gas prices could affect rideshare passengers.
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CBS News Bay Area evening edition headlines for Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
Mount Tam fire lookouts remain vigilant even as fire season may be winding down
Lauren Toms reports on the volunteers at Mount Tam that are continuing to keep watch for any possible wildfires.
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Pair of Bay Area women helping rescue dogs from war-torn parts of Ukraine
A pair of women from the Bay Area are taking their compassion for canines overseas by rescuing dogs from war-torn Ukraine.
Founder of Filipino Arts and Cinema International in SF celebrates 30 years
A San Francisco man is marking 30 years of celebrating Filipino community arts and culture in the Bay Area
Alameda County food bank employee's outreach turns into nationwide model
An Alameda County food bank employee created a model for the nation when she began helping people dealing with food insecurity get the nourishment they need.
Oakland educators helping high school students succeed with innovative school model
An Oakland man whose life was changed in high school after being injured in a shooting has paired up with a fellow educator to help East Oakland teens succeed through an innovative school model.
Inspired by her grandmother, woman helping single mothers in California
The nonprofit helps single mothers throughout California with necessities for their families.
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Inseparable San Francisco students overcome hardships together
Itohan Ediae and Qien Feng are getting ready to leave for their first year of college and they are taking a lot with them: excitement, nerves, and memories from what has become an extraordinary friendship.
San Francisco teacher set to begin 42nd year teaching kindergarten
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.
Santa Clara woman goes from the family donut shop to law school
KPIX is relaunching our Students Rising Above series with a profile of a young woman who went from working in her family's donut shop to UC Hastings.
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.