Scientists unravel composition of old birds' nests to fight climate change
Birds' nests from decades ago are helping provide a blueprint to help fight climate change today.
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Birds' nests from decades ago are helping provide a blueprint to help fight climate change today.
Like so much of California's coast, Steamer Lane continues to be reshaped by the same ocean that made it famous, one wave at a time.
Earth Day is putting a focus on one of the major environmental threats to the San Francisco Bay Area: rising sea levels driven by climate change. Ryan Yamamoto reports.
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Schilling Elementary School in Newark is packed with young pioneers, willing to get their hands dirty. Schilling is the first school in its district to plant a pocket forest on its campus.
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz explains how warming temperatures are affecting something as simple as a baseball.
The western United States experienced a severe snow drought this year, threatening the region's water supply and potentially setting the stage for its wildfire season.
The Earth is actually coming out of an ice age, so it's relatively cold in the grand scheme of Earth's history. But the issue is the rate at which we are warming, which is cause for concern.
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
The weather phenomenon known as El Niño could form later this year, potentially pushing global temperatures to record heights, researchers say.
In the age of climate change and drought swings, California is setting a statewide water supply target for the first time to offset supply issues and help power 18 million homes. Ryan Yamamoto reports.
Under bone-chilling conditions, an international team of scientists has unlocked the secrets to better understand a rapidly-warming planet.
Researchers at two Spanish universities found that 84% of the contiguous U.S. states has shown signs of warming over the last 70 or so years, which is more than previously suggested.
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
At a recent gathering of community groups, a city council member, students, and climate activists, the talk was all about heat - very extreme heat - and the phenomenon of record-breaking temperatures largely driven by climate change.
Crucial for marine life and the global economy, coral reefs are the planet's first major environmental system to cross a climate "tipping point" as the world warms.
"These emissions drive global warming, exacerbating the very respiratory conditions inhalers are meant to relieve," researchers wrote.
The targeted climate-related projects are in 16 states, all of which voted for Vice President Kamala Harris in 2024.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a sweeping package of bills on Friday charting the state's continuing transition to green energy, which includes an extension of the state's landmark cap-and-trade program.
With only 7.5% of Earth's surface covered in fertile, agricultural soil, it's critically important to maintain the soil to grow food, filter water, and regulate the climate.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a package of bills on Friday laying new groundwork for the state's green energy transition while easing regulations on oil production and extending the state's landmark cap-and-trade program.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a package of bills on Friday laying new groundwork for the state's green energy transition while easing regulations on oil production and extending the state's landmark cap-and-trade program.
Honeybee populations facing severe challenges are now being helped by the development of a bee superfood using technology developed in the Bay Area.
Bees, which are facing severe challenges that affect us all, are now being helped by the development of a bee superfood using technology developed in the Bay Area. Anne Makovec reports.
Alaska's capital of Juneau faced record floodwaters due to rainwater and snowmelt flowing downstream from a basin dammed by the Mendenhall Glacier.
A brush fire burning in Alameda County south of Pleasanton prompted an evacuation order in the unincorporated community of Sunol, authorities said.
A mistrial was declared Tuesday in the trial of two men accused in Sacramento's 2022 K Street mass shooting after jurors failed to reach a verdict.
A Honduran national convicted in connection with drug sales in East Oakland and San Francisco's Tenderloin has been sentenced to more than a decade in federal prison, prosecutors said.
A suspect who fled the country after a fatal hit-and-run collision in South San Francisco in 2017 was arrested in Israel and extradited to the U.S., authorities said.
Authorities in Santa Cruz County have arrested a man suspected of fatally stabbing an elderly woman inside a mall, in what police described as a random act of violence.
A brush fire burning in Alameda County south of Pleasanton prompted an evacuation order in the unincorporated community of Sunol, authorities said.
A mistrial was declared Tuesday in the trial of two men accused in Sacramento's 2022 K Street mass shooting after jurors failed to reach a verdict.
A Honduran national convicted in connection with drug sales in East Oakland and San Francisco's Tenderloin has been sentenced to more than a decade in federal prison, prosecutors said.
A suspect who fled the country after a fatal hit-and-run collision in South San Francisco in 2017 was arrested in Israel and extradited to the U.S., authorities said.
Authorities in Santa Cruz County have arrested a man suspected of fatally stabbing an elderly woman inside a mall, in what police described as a random act of violence.
A suspect who fled the country after a fatal hit-and-run collision in South San Francisco in 2017 was arrested in Israel and extradited to the U.S., authorities said.
Kiki Iriafen had 23 points and 12 rebounds, Shakira Austin finished with 15 points and 15 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics rallied past Golden State for a 90-82 victory Monday night to snap the Valkyries' nine-game winning streak.
A man wanted in a San Jose felony case was arrested on Saturday in San Bruno after a short police chase on foot, authorities said.
A San Mateo County man was arrested on a felony assault charge after he allegedly strangled his brother before an hours-long standoff with officers over the weekend.
Nine people were injured, including two who were critically hurt, after a vehicle being pursued by police crashed into another vehicle Sunday night in San Francisco, officials said.
A brush fire burning in Alameda County south of Pleasanton prompted an evacuation order in the unincorporated community of Sunol, authorities said.
A Honduran national convicted in connection with drug sales in East Oakland and San Francisco's Tenderloin has been sentenced to more than a decade in federal prison, prosecutors said.
A data center project in Pittsburg is causing a revolt at city council meetings, with residents again packing the city council chambers on Monday to voice their opposition.
Officers in Antioch arrested four people and seized drugs and weapons after finding a vehicle with multiple bullet holes over the weekend.
A vegetation fire was burning in Alameda County between Castro Valley and San Ramon on Monday afternoon, prompting water drops from the air before forward progress was halted, authorities said.
A man was arrested for murder after a woman was found dead inside her San Jose home last week, police said Tuesday.
A man was arrested on Sunday morning after he allegedly broke into a Palo Alto home and locked himself in a bathroom, police said Tuesday.
Six people, including four juveniles as young as 15-years-old, have been arrested in connection with a string of armed robberies in the city of San Jose in May, police said.
Pre-World Cup estimates by organizers indicated about 350,000 visits to San Pedro Square and downtown San Jose. By July 15, data showed more than 900,000 recorded visits to the area.
Spain is the newest World Cup champion, but San Jose can claim success as well, as the excitement of its San Pedro Square watch parties created a whole new legion of soccer fans in the Bay Area.
A man suspected in a carjacking died following a shootout with officers in Vallejo Monday afternoon, police said.
A shooting was reported in Vallejo on Monday afternoon, and police activity was concentrated in a portion of the city's north side.
The Sausalito City Council had recently approved a leave of absence for its city manager during a closed session on Thursday, the city said.
A proposed housing development at the former Windsor Creek Elementary site is sparking debate among residents, with supporters pointing to the need for more affordable housing and some raising concerns about traffic, infrastructure and wildfire evacuation.
Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, has been charged with a misdemeanor hit-and-run count after authorities allege he struck a parked car and drove away from the scene.
Kiki Iriafen had 23 points and 12 rebounds, Shakira Austin finished with 15 points and 15 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics rallied past Golden State for a 90-82 victory Monday night to snap the Valkyries' nine-game winning streak.
As Spain's World Cup champs took to the stage with their trophy, President Trump joined them in their moment of glory.
Logan Gilbert had 10 strikeouts across six strong innings, Luke Raley and Cole Young homered, and the Seattle Mariners beat the San Francisco Giants 6-3.
Spain is the newest World Cup champion, but San Jose can claim success as well, as the excitement of its San Pedro Square watch parties created a whole new legion of soccer fans in the Bay Area.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation — finally scoring in the second period of extra time.
A Honduran national convicted in connection with drug sales in East Oakland and San Francisco's Tenderloin has been sentenced to more than a decade in federal prison, prosecutors said.
A suspect who fled the country after a fatal hit-and-run collision in South San Francisco in 2017 was arrested in Israel and extradited to the U.S., authorities said.
Authorities in Santa Cruz County have arrested a man suspected of fatally stabbing an elderly woman inside a mall, in what police described as a random act of violence.
A man was arrested for murder after a woman was found dead inside her San Jose home last week, police said Tuesday.
A man was arrested on Sunday morning after he allegedly broke into a Palo Alto home and locked himself in a bathroom, police said Tuesday.
A data center project in Pittsburg is causing a revolt at city council meetings, with residents again packing the city council chambers on Monday to voice their opposition.
An AI expert said the telltale signs people once relied on, such as distorted fingers, unnatural eyes, or other obvious visual flaws, have largely disappeared as technology has improved.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is calling on California transportation officials to strengthen regulations governing self-driving vehicles, arguing that two recent incidents exposed gaps in how robotaxis operate during major emergencies and large public events.
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used AI to choose people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leave.
Privacy advocates warn of a "dragnet" while some customers say retail theft has gone too far.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A Monterey County company is now at the center of a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak. The Washington Post is reporting that lettuce from Taylor Farms, a company headquartered in Salinas, may have supplied contaminated lettuce to Taco Bell.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
While there are a few Californians sick with cyclosporiasis, there aren't any known local outbreaks right now, and none linked to the national outbreak, state health officials say.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said his agency is pausing $867.5 million in Medicaid payments to California and $199 million to Minnesota.
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
The Sausalito City Council had recently approved a leave of absence for its city manager during a closed session on Thursday, the city said.
The Justice Department determined this week a federal law banning TikTok from government devices no longer applies to the social video app.
President Trump delivered a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House. Here are the facts behind some of his claims.
LGBTQ+ communities have significantly higher rates of unemployment than the general population. Kelsi Thorud reports on how the City of Oakland is empowering LGBTQ+ job seekers during Pride Month.
The fallout over the opposition by a handful of San Francisco Giants players against the team's Pride Night celebrations has prompted an investigation of Major League Baseball by the Trump administration.
Major League Baseball has warned players about writing on their uniforms after San Francisco starter Landen Roupp and two other pitchers added Bible verses to their Pride Night caps on Friday night.
Many LGBTQ+ Pride events across the country have had to scale back or even cancel due to political and financial reasons. San Francisco was on the brink. Kara St. Cyr reports.
In one of the most competitive real estate markets in America, a San Francisco real estate agent dons fabulous drag to help promote homes for sale. Itay Hod reports.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved an ordinance that would allow for Amsterdam-style cannabis cafés serving food and drinks, along with offering live entertainment.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
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.
Expect hot and muggy conditions throughout the Bay Area Tuesday, with coastal highs in the 70s and inland highs into the upper 90s. Cooler temperatures are expected to return on Wednesday. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
A 44-year-old carjacking suspect has died following a shootout with officers in Vallejo Monday afternoon, police said. Drew Andre reports.
Kevin Ko reports on the economic impact of the World Cup.
The Sonoma County Fire District has requested a 16% rate hike for ambulance services after the district said it has taken over a much larger service are, and that the rate hike is long overdue. Brad Hamilton looks at the numbers.
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz breaks down Monday's forecast and explains why California has been experiencing such unusually muggy weather this July.
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.