Daily Madden: The 49ers Are The Better Team
"This is a great match-up," John Madden told the KCBS Radio morning crew. But he likes the 49ers in Sunday's Super Bowl.
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"This is a great match-up," John Madden told the KCBS Radio morning crew. But he likes the 49ers in Sunday's Super Bowl.
The San Francisco 49ers have a chance to win their sixth Super Bowl on Sunday. At the center of attention, quarterback Colin Kaepernick, a dazzling athlete who has achieved remarkable success against all odds.
Alex Smith leaving the San Francisco 49ers after this season is a topic CEO Jed York isn't ready to address. But York made one thing clear Thursday: Smith hasn't requested his release.
49ers defensive back Chris Culliver has apologized for his anti-gay comments at Super Bowl Media Day. The KCBS Radio morning crew asked John Madden if the wide-spread attention to Culliver's remarks might affect the team's focus.
Colin Kaepernick's college coach, Chris Ault of Nevada, told John Madden and the KCBS Radio morning crew that Kaepernick's talent as a quarterback wasn't always evident.
49ers coach Jim Harbaugh seems to be enjoying his time with reporters in New Orleans for the Super Bowl, a departure from the clipped remarks and defensive posture he usually exhibits in interviews.
Super Bowl has a pair of fresh faces at quarterback, bona fide nobodies as far as the NFL title game goes. One will leave New Orleans as football's newest star.
ProFootballTalk.com is reporting 49ers back-up quarterback Alex Smith will ask the team to release him before free agency begins March 12.
The Super Bowl is suppose to be the best two teams in the NFL battling for football supremacy as well as bragging rights. While there may be questions as to if the two best teams from each conference are playing, there is no denying the talented filling both rosters. In a game with so many Pro Bowlers on the field, it's often an unlikely hero that can help swing the outcome of the game in their team's favor. There are several players who can make a name for themselves on Super Bowl Sunday, but the player most likely to do so, is LaMichael James.
Here's a video of a five-year-old girl rapping about her favorite team. Tattoos and all! This cute little girl reps her city by rapping about the Niners.
Much the same way Tim Tebow trademarked Tebowing, 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is trying to do the same with his touchdown celebration -- otherwise known as kissing your bicep.
Even though Colin Kaepernick already has two playoff wins under his belt, he's not letting that go to his head. "I just try to keep my head down and keep working," he said.
After being sidelined with a concussion earlier in the season, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith is handling an uncomfortable situation well, saying he is ready to back up Colin Kaepernick in the Super Bowl.
The San Francisco 49ers have started practicing for the Super Bowl surrounded by tight security and a lot of autograph-seeking fans hoping to catch a glimpse of their heroes even though the practice field is closed to the public.
Chicago Cubs scout Sam Hughes watches Colin Kaepernick nowadays and still wonders what the strong-armed NFL quarterback might look like on a pitching mound, as a power arm in the pros. It's hard not to, seeing the zip and accuracy on each throw, the competitive fire and focus.
'Kaepernicking' is all the craze now. What is it? San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's touchdown celebration of flexing his right arm and kissing his bicep. CBS San Francisco wants to give you the opportunity to be part of this growing craze and have some fun while helping cheer on our 49ers to a Super Bowl win.
San Francisco 49ers sensation Colin Kaepernick has fans in his Central Valley hometown of Turlock beaming now that his stellar play has helped lead the team to the Super Bowl.
Colin Kapernick's meteoric rise to NFL stardom has led to unprecedented interest in another man's talents – the quarterback's tattoo artist.
In a game where the momentum switched hands several times, the 49ers were able to make one more play than the Falcons and will represent the NFC in the Super Bowl. San Francisco bounced back from a slow start, and in the end, outplayed the home team. The 49ers have earned themselves a trip to New Orleans, where they will look to reach the pinnacle of the sport.
San Francisco set an NFC Championship record with a 17-point comeback win by shutting out a Falcons team that put up 24 first half points. What it tells me is that this 49er team can win even when it's not playing its best football.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick seemed to be floating through the hallway of the Georgia Dome on Sunday evening, making his way to the team bus, not a care in the world, the stamp of approval as a big-time quarterback now on his resume.
The 49ers' coach and star quarterback talked to the media at their final practice before heading to Atlanta for Sunday's NFC Championship game against the Atlanta Falcons.
John Madden thinks the 49ers will win Sunday's NFC Championship game against the Falcons in Atlanta, but doesn't expect a cake walk.
Four-time Super Bowl Quarterback Joe Montana delivered some news to Atlanta that they didn't want to hear. The San Francisco 49ers legend, in an interview on CBS Radio's 92.9 The Game in Atlanta about the upcoming NFC Championship Game, predicted that the 49ers will go all the way to the Super Bowl.
The Falcons have seen enough in San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick's eight starts to respect the versatile quarterback with the long stride and strong right arm.
Police in San Francisco on Thursday announced the recent arrests of four people suspected in dozens of retail thefts targeting stores and coffee shops around the city.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled his final budget proposal Thursday.
A former chief of staff to Gov. Gavin Newsom has pleaded guilty in an alleged scheme to steal campaign money from former federal Health Secretary Xavier Becerra.
A San Francisco Bay Area father has pleaded no contest to shooting at a group of teenagers who egged his home during a prank last year.
Police in Concord said they are searching for several suspects following a smash-and-grab robbery at a mall Wednesday afternoon, in which an employee was pepper sprayed.
Police in San Francisco on Thursday announced the recent arrests of four people suspected in dozens of retail thefts targeting stores and coffee shops around the city.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled his final budget proposal Thursday.
A former chief of staff to Gov. Gavin Newsom has pleaded guilty in an alleged scheme to steal campaign money from former federal Health Secretary Xavier Becerra.
A San Francisco Bay Area father has pleaded no contest to shooting at a group of teenagers who egged his home during a prank last year.
Police in Concord said they are searching for several suspects following a smash-and-grab robbery at a mall Wednesday afternoon, in which an employee was pepper sprayed.
Police in San Francisco on Thursday announced the recent arrests of four people suspected in dozens of retail thefts targeting stores and coffee shops around the city.
A San Francisco Bay Area father has pleaded no contest to shooting at a group of teenagers who egged his home during a prank last year.
Some business owners said they worry that if it goes through, it could have devastating impacts to an already struggling industry.
For more than 40 years, a San Francisco Chinatown native has been serving the Asian American community, especially empowering Asian American women to become leaders.
A 76-year-old man was charged with vehicular manslaughter in connection with a crash in San Francisco's Chinatown in March that killed one pedestrian and injured another, prosecutors said.
Police in Concord said they are searching for several suspects following a smash-and-grab robbery at a mall Wednesday afternoon, in which an employee was pepper sprayed.
San Leandro Police Chief Angela Averiett has been placed on administrative leave after being charged in a 2025 hit-and-run collision, authorities said on Wednesday.
A family injured in a massive explosion in their Hayward home from a gas leak in December 2025 filed a lawsuit against Pacific Gas and Electric and Alameda County on Wednesday, their attorneys said.
Authorities in the East Bay have charged two men for allegedly organizing a sideshow in Oakland that broke out as internet sensation IShowSpeed was visiting the area.
Oakland's housing market is seeing some of the steepest price declines in the country, with home values falling sharply as sellers, buyers and real estate agents navigate a difficult market.
Authorities in the South Bay have identified two people who died in a deadly shooting and suspicious fire that took place in a Santa Clara neighborhood last week.
A portion of a South Bay park is closed and an investigation is underway after a dog was sickened by suspected rat poison.
Three men from Tennessee have been indicted on federal charges, including attempted kidnapping, in connection with an alleged crime spree targeting cryptocurrency owners in California.
Meta is being sued by a California prosecutor alleging that the tech giants is knowingly facilitating and profiting billions of dollars from scam ads on its social media platforms.
San Francisco Bay Area health officials provided an update on a resident who was exposed to the hantavirus during a cruise in the Atlantic, adding that the risk to the public remains low.
Residents living near the Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport say the skies above their neighborhoods are getting louder as passenger traffic and jet service continue to grow.
Health officials in Napa County are warning the public not to eat wild mushrooms after three people were poisoned.
At least one person has died in a multi-vehicle crash in Napa County on Tuesday afternoon involving two vehicles and a motorcycle, authorities said.
A suspect driver surrendered to police following a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a wheelchair user in Santa Rosa on Monday, the department said Tuesday.
A person in a wheelchair was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Santa Rosa on Monday afternoon, police said.
Rickea Jackson knocked down a 3-pointer with 1:41 remaining to help clinch it and scored 18 points, Skylar Diggins added 15 points, seven assists and five assists, and the Chicago Sky beat the Golden State Valkyries 69-63.
Shohei Ohtani tossed four-hit ball over seven shutout innings, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 4-0 win over the San Francisco Giants.
The San Francisco 49ers will host the Minnesota Vikings for a game in Mexico City this fall, National Football League officials confirmed Wednesday.
Harrison Bader and Eric Haase hit back-to-back homers for the San Francisco Giants in the fifth inning, leading them to a 6-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Charle Young, an All-Pro tight end who helped the San Francisco 49ers win their first Super Bowl title, has died.
Police in San Francisco on Thursday announced the recent arrests of four people suspected in dozens of retail thefts targeting stores and coffee shops around the city.
A San Francisco Bay Area father has pleaded no contest to shooting at a group of teenagers who egged his home during a prank last year.
Police in Concord said they are searching for several suspects following a smash-and-grab robbery at a mall Wednesday afternoon, in which an employee was pepper sprayed.
Authorities in the South Bay have identified two people who died in a deadly shooting and suspicious fire that took place in a Santa Clara neighborhood last week.
A 76-year-old man was charged with vehicular manslaughter in connection with a crash in San Francisco's Chinatown in March that killed one pedestrian and injured another, prosecutors said.
AI companies are recruiting a wide range of temp workers, from writers to wine enthusiasts, for hourly-paid gigs to help train their language models.
The delegation of business leaders underscores the deep ties many major U.S. companies maintain with China despite years of trade tensions.
Three men from Tennessee have been indicted on federal charges, including attempted kidnapping, in connection with an alleged crime spree targeting cryptocurrency owners in California.
A hacking group named ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the Canvas breach and threatened to leak data involving 275 million individuals if schools did not pay a ransom.
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen had argued that his company's retail locations would help eBay build a "national network."
California public health officials said on Wednesday that they have identified a fifth resident who may have been exposed to the Andes hantavirus due to the outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship.
Health officials in Napa County are warning the public not to eat wild mushrooms after three people were poisoned.
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
A Sacramento County resident is among four Californians being monitored for possible exposure to the Andes hantavirus linked to a deadly cruise ship outbreak, state health officials announced.
San Francisco Bay Area health officials provided an update on a resident who was exposed to the hantavirus during a cruise in the Atlantic, adding that the risk to the public remains low.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled his final budget proposal Thursday.
A former chief of staff to Gov. Gavin Newsom has pleaded guilty in an alleged scheme to steal campaign money from former federal Health Secretary Xavier Becerra.
With less than three weeks before Election Day, top candidates in the 2026 California governor's race are set to face off in a debate Thursday evening in San Francisco.
Some business owners said they worry that if it goes through, it could have devastating impacts to an already struggling industry.
A ship was taken by unknown parties toward Iranian waters after an Indian-flagged vessel was attacked off Oman.
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
Philz Coffee will once again sport the Pride flag at its cafés after a directive to have them and other flags removed created a backlash.
The Trump administration agreed to restore the Stonewall National Monument's Pride flag in Greenwich Village after it was removed.
Philz Coffee's move to remove the Pride flag and all other flags from their stores is brewing up some strong reaction.
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday.
The Library of Congress revealed this year's list of 25 recordings to be preserved for future generations on the National Recording Registry.
Authorities in the East Bay have charged two men for allegedly organizing a sideshow in Oakland that broke out as internet sensation IShowSpeed was visiting the area.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
At Last Rites, the weekly gathering goes beyond simply watching a television show. For fans, it's an immersive experience, one that brings them closer to the world of "Survivor," and to each other.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
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.
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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.
On Thursday, expect highs ranging from the 60s along the coast, to the 80s inland. Meanwhile, a gale warning is in effect along the coast and parts of San Francisco Bay into the weekend. Zoe Mintz has the forecast.
Andrea Nakano reports on concerns from local businesses.
The California State University system is introducing a new class of undergraduate degrees that could take students only three years to graduate. John Ramos reports.
Police Chief Angela Averiett was placed on administrative leave Wednesday after being charged in a 2025 hit-and-run collision. Katie Nielsen reports.
Gubernatorial candidate and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan has touted his progress in addressing housing and homelessness, claiming that he has "reduced homelessness by a third." Devin Fehely takes a closer look at Mahan's approach and his track record on homelessness.
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.
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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.
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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?
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