Fiery fatal crash on I-580 in Oakland shuts down eastbound lanes
Ryan Yamamoto reports on a multi-vehicle collision that left one person dead and at least one other injured on I-580 in Oakland (9-19-2023)
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Authorities warn of sideshows planned across the state
Kenny Choi reports on CHP warning drivers of planned sideshow activity across California this weekend (9-9-2023)
California law enforcement agencies preparing for possible statewide sideshow
Area agencies believe it will migrate from Los Angeles to the Bay Area while lasting multiple days.
CHP motorcycle officer injured after being hit by vehicle in San Francisco
A California Highway Patrol officer was being evaluated at the hospital Sunday evening after being struck by a vehicle in San Francisco on Sunday afternoon.
CHP: Teen surrenders in Richmond after cross-bay chase in stolen car
A high-speed pursuit Friday afternoon found CHP following a fleeing suspect from the East Bay to San Francisco and back, with the search continuing on foot in Richmond.
CHP arrests 2 Oakland residents in $85K retail theft case
The California Highway Patrol said they arrested two Oakland residents and recovered more than $85,000 in stolen merchandise following a retail theft investigation involving items sold at flea markets.
Tanker truck rollover on southbound Hwy 101 onramp at Alemany in SF snarls traffic
CHP in San Francisco are at the scene of an injury accident involving an overturned tanker truck carrying cooking oil that has shut down the southbound US-101 onramp at Alemany Boulevard, authorities said.
CHP investigating non-injury freeway shooting on Highway 24 in Oakland
The California Highway Patrol confirmed they are investigating a non-injury freeway shooting that damaged a victim's vehicle early Tuesday morning in Oakland.
CHP finds stockpile of stolen paint in Stockton worth nearly $230,000
Stolen paint worth nearly $230,000 were discovered in a Stockton warehouse last month, the California Highway Patrol said Monday.
CHP investigating deadly freeway shooting on Highway 24 in late July
Ryan Yamamoto reports on CHP investigating a July 28 freeway shooting on Highway 24 that left one person dead (8-7-2023)
Shooting on Orinda freeway in late July leaves 1 dead, CHP says
A shooting on an Orinda freeway in late July left one person dead, the California Highway Patrol said.
Increasing number of Bay Area freeway shootings putting drivers on edge
With the California Highway Patrol reporting that officers have responded to more than 435 freeway shootings in the Bay Area since January 2020, the rising number of incidents is scaring the driving public.
CHP confirms freeway shootings are on an upswing
The CHP says they have responded to more than 400 freeway shootings in the Bay Area since 2020 and many drivers fear taking to the highway. Da Lin reports. (8-4-23)
Parents detail serious injuries suffered by boy hurt in July Oakland freeway shooting
A young boy struck by a stray bullet in an Oakland freeway shooting last month was left paralyzed from the neck down, according to information his family posted on a GoFundMe page.
Oakland residents split on plan to deploy CHP officers to reduce violent crime
While Governor Gavin Newsom is deploying CHP officers to help address violent crime in Oakland after a string of high-profile carjackings and other armed robberies, some residents are not convinced that more law enforcement will make any difference.
CHP to deploy more officers in Oakland
The California Highway Patrol will be deploying more officers in Oakland to address the crime surge. José Martínez reports. (8-3-23)
Victim in fatal 4-vehicle collision on Hwy 116 identified as 63-year-old Sebastopol man
More details have been released by the California Highway Patrol about a fatal four-vehicle collision on state Highway 116 in Sonoma County on Tuesday evening.
Car passenger wounded in shooting on I-980 in Oakland, CHP says
One person was shot in the face early Saturday as the car they were in merged onto Interstate Highway 980 at 11th Street in Oakland, the California Highway Patrol said.
Update: Southbound lanes of I-280 reopen in South San Francisco after injury crash
A severe traffic alert was issued Friday morning after an injury collision on southbound I-280 in South San Francisco closed multiple lanes for a half an hour, according to CHP.
CHP closes westbound Hwy 24 in Lafayette for investigation; witness reports shooting between cars
CHP officers in Lafayette shut down a stretch of westbound Highway 24 for about 30 minutes as officers investigated a possible road rage shooting late Wednesday morning.
CHP investigating possible road rage shooting on westbound Highway 24 in Lafayette
Ryan Yamamoto reports on CHP officers shutting down westbound Highway 24 to search for evidence of possible freeway shooting (7-26-2023)
Naked female driver exits car on Bay Bridge approach and fires gun, causing major delays
Sara Donchey reports on the bizarre incident involving a naked woman who abandoned her vehicle on the eastbound approach to the Bay Bridge and fired a gun into the air, causing traffic chaos. Read more here (7-25-2023)
No arrests or citations following 2 Oakland sideshows near RingCentral Coliseum
No one was arrested or cited early Sunday morning in Oakland for watching or participating in two sideshows near the RingCentral Coliseum, police said Monday.
Alcohol a possible factor in fatal Santa Cruz crash Sunday
Alcohol may have been a factor in a fatal crash in Santa Cruz County Sunday afternoon which left one person dead and another suffering major injuries, the California Highway Patrol said on Monday.
Search on for arsonist who started fires along I-580 at Altamont Pass
CHP investigators are searching for an arsonist suspected of started seven fires along Westbound I-580 on the Altamont Pass Saturday morning.
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California 'miracle' water year: State's reservoirs at 128% of historical average
California ended its "miracle" water year on Saturday with enough rain and snow to fill the state's reservoirs to 128% of their historical average, making it among the wettest years in recorded state history.
Kaiser Permanente strike: About 19,000 Bay Area workers take part in nationwide walkout
Roughly 19,000 Bay Area Kaiser Permanente workers joined tens of thousands of their colleagues around the country on the picket lines Wednesday in what their union is calling the nation's largest ever health care worker strike.
Mourners pay respects to Sen. Dianne Feinstein at San Francisco City Hall
The casket of late Sen. Dianne Feinstein arrived at San Francisco's City Hall Wednesday to lie in state as mourners paid their respects to the trailblazing lawmaker.
Morgan State University mass shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
CHP agrees to $7M settlement in Erik Salgado wrongful death lawsuit over 2020 fatal shooting
The California Highway Patrol has agreed to a $7 million settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit over the 2020 fatal shooting of Erik Salgado in Oakland, according to family attorney and civil rights lawyer John Burris.
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California 'miracle' water year: State's reservoirs at 128% of historical average
California ended its "miracle" water year on Saturday with enough rain and snow to fill the state's reservoirs to 128% of their historical average, making it among the wettest years in recorded state history.
Kaiser Permanente strike: About 19,000 Bay Area workers take part in nationwide walkout
Roughly 19,000 Bay Area Kaiser Permanente workers joined tens of thousands of their colleagues around the country on the picket lines Wednesday in what their union is calling the nation's largest ever health care worker strike.
Mourners pay respects to Sen. Dianne Feinstein at San Francisco City Hall
The casket of late Sen. Dianne Feinstein arrived at San Francisco's City Hall Wednesday to lie in state as mourners paid their respects to the trailblazing lawmaker.
Morgan State University mass shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
CHP agrees to $7M settlement in Erik Salgado wrongful death lawsuit over 2020 fatal shooting
The California Highway Patrol has agreed to a $7 million settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit over the 2020 fatal shooting of Erik Salgado in Oakland, according to family attorney and civil rights lawyer John Burris.
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Mourners pay respects to Sen. Dianne Feinstein at San Francisco City Hall
The casket of late Sen. Dianne Feinstein arrived at San Francisco's City Hall Wednesday to lie in state as mourners paid their respects to the trailblazing lawmaker.
Warriors to be granted WNBA expansion team in 2025, AP source says
The WNBA has agreed to grant the Golden State Warriors an expansion franchise in 2025.
Suspect in Redwood City Whole Foods robbery arrested with help from customer, relative
Authorities on the Peninsula arrested a man suspected of robbing a Whole Foods supermarket in Redwood City on Tuesday, following the help of a customer and the suspect's relative.
Fleet Week gives parents chance to see son play with 1st Marine Division Brass Band
The 1st Marine Division Brass Band performed at Noe Valley Town Square on Tuesday night – And it was extra special for one marine.
Cruise robotaxi runs over hit-and-run victim in San Francisco, sparking renewed criticism
A serious crash has once again put self-driving cars under scrutiny in San Francisco after a Monday night incident left a female pedestrian in grave condition.
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CHP agrees to $7M settlement in Erik Salgado wrongful death lawsuit over 2020 fatal shooting
The California Highway Patrol has agreed to a $7 million settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit over the 2020 fatal shooting of Erik Salgado in Oakland, according to family attorney and civil rights lawyer John Burris.
4 teens arrested in connection with Fremont carjacking cases
Police in Fremont arrested four teens suspected in two separate carjacking cases, both of which prompted shelter in place orders at schools Tuesday.
Long road to recovery for East Bay store clerk who was set on fire
An East Bay clerk who was set on fire by an alleged repeat shoplifter last month faces a long road to mental and physical recovery.
7 arrested in connection with auto burglaries in Oakland
Oakland officers arrested seven people in connection with three separate cases of auto burglary in the city, police said.
MLB committee on possible A's move to meet this week, declines to comment on progress
Mark Attanasio, who chairs the Major League Baseball committee regarding the Oakland Athletics' move to Las Vegas, said Tuesday that the group met a couple of days ago and will meet again later this week.
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San Mateo-based company Skydio's drones helping US service members survey terrain
San Mateo-based drone company Skydio's technology is already being put to use by U.S. service members.
San Jose home daycare drownings leave 1st responders reeling; 'All of us are in shock'
Police in San Jose gave an update Tuesday in the investigation into a drowning that killed two children at a residential daycare facility Monday morning.
Bay Area teen's love for baking shines through in business, competition win
Naiel Chaudry is just 14 years old but has already accomplished something many bakers work a lifetime for.
2 children drown in pool at South San Jose home daycare
Two children drowned and one child was rescued after falling into a swimming pool at a residential daycare in South San Jose Monday morning.
San Jose declares homelessness crisis; Mayor seeks to fast-track interim shelter construction
San Jose leaders on Monday officially declared homelessness in the city a crisis in order to quickly move forward with the processes of shifting people from encampments into interim housing.
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Santa Rosa man arrested 2nd time in 3 weeks on suspicion of drunken driving
A Santa Rosa man was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after his car ended up on its side Monday night.
Soaring to new heights: Why airlines are courting women pilots
As airlines face unprecedented staffing shortages, there's been a push to recruit more female pilots.
Search continues for swimmer who may have been attacked by shark off Point Reyes
Authorities in Marin County on Monday resumed their search for a swimmer who went missing after a reported shark attack off the southern end of Point Reyes Sunday morning.
Crews search for swimmer following shark attack off Point Reyes in Marin County
Authorities said Sunday a person is missing after a reported shark attack off the Marin County coast.
One dead in Vallejo Saturday night shooting
A man died in Vallejo on Saturday from an apparent shooting, police said.
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Warriors to be granted WNBA expansion team in 2025, AP source says
The WNBA has agreed to grant the Golden State Warriors an expansion franchise in 2025.
MLB committee on possible A's move to meet this week, declines to comment on progress
Mark Attanasio, who chairs the Major League Baseball committee regarding the Oakland Athletics' move to Las Vegas, said Tuesday that the group met a couple of days ago and will meet again later this week.
Farhan Zaidi: Giants to begin managerial search with internal candidates
The San Francisco Giants hope to begin interviewing internal managerial candidates this week as they seek to replace Gabe Kapler, who was fired last Friday with three games left in a second straight losing season.
Warriors star Klay Thompson open to playing for the Bahamas in 2024 Olympics
Warriors star Klay Thompson would seriously consider playing for his father's native country of the Bahamas in the Paris Olympics next year.
Bob Melvin appears safe with Padres as Giants seek new manager
Manager Bob Melvin's job appears to be safe with the underwhelming San Diego Padres after owner Peter Seidler said in a statement Monday morning that the current leadership team "continues to have my full support."
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Morgan State University mass shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
CHP agrees to $7M settlement in Erik Salgado wrongful death lawsuit over 2020 fatal shooting
The California Highway Patrol has agreed to a $7 million settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit over the 2020 fatal shooting of Erik Salgado in Oakland, according to family attorney and civil rights lawyer John Burris.
Suspect in Redwood City Whole Foods robbery arrested with help from customer, relative
Authorities on the Peninsula arrested a man suspected of robbing a Whole Foods supermarket in Redwood City on Tuesday, following the help of a customer and the suspect's relative.
Suspect charged in Tupac Shakur's murder makes 1st court appearance
Duane "Keffe D" Davis, 60, has been charged with one count of murder with use of a deadly weapon with a gang enhancement.
4 teens arrested in connection with Fremont carjacking cases
Police in Fremont arrested four teens suspected in two separate carjacking cases, both of which prompted shelter in place orders at schools Tuesday.
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Why an emergency alert test sounded today on all U.S. cellphones
FEMA and the FCC launched a nationwide test of the emergency alert system on Wednesday.
San Mateo-based company Skydio's drones helping US service members survey terrain
San Mateo-based drone company Skydio's technology is already being put to use by U.S. service members.
Cruise robotaxi runs over hit-and-run victim in San Francisco, sparking renewed criticism
A serious crash has once again put self-driving cars under scrutiny in San Francisco after a Monday night incident left a female pedestrian in grave condition.
Google wants to make your email inbox "less spammy." Here's how.
Search giant is taking action to deter bulk senders of email messages, including fraudsters.
FBI San Francisco office warns of "Phantom Hacker" scam targeting older adults
The FBI's San Francisco office warned the public on Tuesday against a new scam called "The Phantom Hacker" that targets older adults.
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Kaiser Permanente strike: About 19,000 Bay Area workers take part in nationwide walkout
Roughly 19,000 Bay Area Kaiser Permanente workers joined tens of thousands of their colleagues around the country on the picket lines Wednesday in what their union is calling the nation's largest ever health care worker strike.
Kaiser Permanente workers launch historic strike over staffing and pay
More than 75,000 Kaiser Permanente workers are walking picket lines at hundreds of hospitals and medical centers across the U.S.
Mental health Care Court launches in San Francisco, 6 other counties
Starting Monday, family members, behavioral health providers and first responders with a history of engagement with individuals struggling with untreated mental illness, may begin using a new program for government assistance called Care Court.
Genetic factor could provide protection against Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease
A study led by Stanford Medicine found that a single genetic factor could provide some people with a level of protection against Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease. CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks to Emmanuel Mignot, PhD, Professor of Sleep Medicine at Stanford and one of the study's senior authors, about how that single genetic factor could work to serve as protection, and if this means there could be some sort of link between Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
2 Bay Area unions vote to join Kaiser workers in planned Oct. strike
Two Bay Area labor unions representing scientists, engineers, health care and office workers have approved a sympathy strike to join Kaiser Permanente workers' strike Oct. 4-6
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Mourners pay respects to Sen. Dianne Feinstein at San Francisco City Hall
The casket of late Sen. Dianne Feinstein arrived at San Francisco's City Hall Wednesday to lie in state as mourners paid their respects to the trailblazing lawmaker.
Democrats evicted from hideaway offices after Kevin McCarthy's ouster
Nancy Pelosi said on Tuesday that she had been evicted, and a staffer for Steny Hoyer said he had been kicked out of his hideaway, too.
President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris among scheduled speakers at Feinstein memorial
The memorial service for the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein being held at San Francisco City Hall Thursday afternoon will feature speakers including Vice President Kamala Harris, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and a recorded message from President Joe Biden.
How to watch San Francisco memorial service for Sen. Dianne Feinstein
CBS News Bay Area will be carrying the memorial service for late Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the steps of San Francisco's City Hall on Thursday afternoon.
Kevin McCarthy removed as House speaker in historic vote
"The office of speaker of the House of the United States House of Representatives is hereby declared vacant," said Rep. Steve Womack, who was presiding over the chamber.
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Laphonza Butler, Newsom's Feinstein replacement, to make LGBT history
Laphonza Butler will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Former KPIX reporter Hank Plante reflects on Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
Gov. Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's LGBTQ protections
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.
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.
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A Beyoncé "Renaissance" film is hitting theaters, and tickets are on sale
A concert film covering Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour is due out in U.S. movie theaters Dec. 1. Tickets are on sale now.
Guide to San Francisco Fleet Week 2023
Fleet Week gets underway in San Francisco beginning Oct. 2 with events all across the city, highlighted by the Parade of Ships under the Golden Gate Bridge and culminating in the signature weekend airshows over the SF Bay waterfront featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.
Famed ballerina Misty Copeland spotlights Oakland, social issues in new film
Acclaimed ballerina Misty Copeland has gone from the stage to the big screen with her new short film "Flower" set in Oakland.
Greek stoner-rock band 1000mods headlines Bottom of the Hill
Touring Greek stoner rock band 1000mods returns to the Bay Area when the band headlines the Bottom of the Hill Thursday night.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
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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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San Francisco Fleet Week promotes learning with joint exercises between SFFD and Naval personnel
Shawn Chitnis reports on collaborative training between San Francisco paramedics and military personnel (10-4-2023)
Tupac Shakur murder suspect Duane "Keffe D" Davis makes first court appearance
Ryan Yamamoto reports on the suspect in Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder on the Las Vegas Strip making his first court appearance (10-4-2023)
Family and friends file through San Francisco City Hall to pay tribute to late Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Kenny Choi reports on crowds filing past Sen. Dianne Feinstein as she lies in state at San Francisco City Hall (10-4-2023)
Kaiser Permanente workers in Bay Area join nationwide walkout
Kaiser Permanente workers in the Bay Area walked off the job Wednesday, joined tens of thousands of employees in what is being billed as the largest health care worker strike in U.S. history. (10/4/23)
Family of Erik Salgado demands justice after decision not to charge CHP officers who fatally shot hi
Three California Highway Patrol officers who fatally shot a 23-year-old unarmed man in 2020 after he rammed a stolen car into their vehicles in Oakland will not face criminal charges, authorities said Monday. Katie Nielsen reports.
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San Francisco litter clean-up hobby becomes full-time volunteer campaign
A San Francisco man who led his family on a service project to collect litter is now cleaning up city streets full time with thousands of volunteers.
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.
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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.