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A KPIX 5 original report is revealing new plans underway to build more petrochemical tanks inside Phillips 66's Rodeo refinery, next to the facility where two storage tanks exploded and burned last week.
A brush fire burning in the Brentwood area has been contained after growing to 150 acres, CalFire officials said Monday evening.
Fire crews have contained a grass fire sparked after a vehicle that was ablaze pulled over on the shoulder of southbound Vasco Road early Thursday morning.
One person was killed and two more taken to hospitals -- one via air ambulance -- following a three-vehicle collision in Oakley late Saturday night
Two Contra Costa County men have been arrested in connection with a multi-state auto theft ring targeting luxury vehicles, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Volunteers and caregivers in the East Bay are checking on seniors who have no idea about the PG&E power shutdowns.
The threat of long-term outages is hitting places that don't usually expect it, like in Contra Costa County, where people are just beginning to imagine what it will mean when the power goes out.
People all around the Bay Area on Tuesday were waiting for official word from PG&E about whether they will be in the dark Wednesday morning.
An attempt to steal marijuana from an illegal grow operation in the Knightsen area of Contra Costa County turned violent Saturday after one of the would-be robbers was captured, bound and beaten, according to sheriff's deputies.
The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a $7.5 million grant to support three autonomous vehicle demonstration projects as part of an Automated Driving System pilot program in the East Bay.
The body of a man who disappeared over the weekend in the Delta near Discovery Bay has been recovered, Contra Costa County authorities announced Wednesday.
A nasty new pest is threatening to invade the Brentwood area's multi-million dollar fruit crops.
Agricultural officials in eastern Contra Costa County are planning an eradication effort and an extensive pest survey after the detection of an insect that threatens the region's crops and other natural resources.
Contra Costa County CHP announced Monday that eight criminal cases have been forwarded to the district attorney after three separate sideshows happened on the same day on August 11.
More than 300 firefighters on Saturday battled to contain the three largest blazes in the Marsh Complex Fire in Contra Costa County.
The number of residential building permits in the Bay Area and California is actually going down, despite the strong demand for housing.
Authorities in Contra Costa County worked together to rescue two people in the water near Suisun Bay in Bay Point Monday afternoon.
Fire crews in Contra Costa County responded to dozens of fires, at least some sparked by Fourth of July fireworks through the night and into Friday.
About 50 firefighters from three fire districts were able to contain an approximately 36-acre fire in unincorporated Contra Costa County southwest of Brentwood early Sunday morning.
The new 341 code will co-mingle with the 510 area code in the western parts of Alameda and Contra Costa counties, CPUC officials said.
Embattled Contra Costa County Assessor Gus Kramer missed his scheduled appearance in a Martinez courtroom Wednesday morning, where he was to be arraigned on allegations of "willful or corrupt" misconduct in office.
Contra Costa Fire Assistant Chief, Chris Bachman was watching the department's 2019 Fire Academy Class as they worked through their final phase of training. He says the firefighter's nightmare is just around the corner -- the 4th of July.
Sheriff's deputies are investigating two deaths in the Pittsburg area, a spokesman for the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office said in an email Thursday afternoon.
Contra Costa County prosecutors filed a grand jury accusation in Superior Court on Wednesday, seeking the removal of county Assessor Gus Kramer for alleged "willful or corrupt" misconduct.
With summer camp season underway, one East Bay swim team has learned it is going to have to find a new pool for practice sessions and home meets.
On the sand dunes near Ocean Beach in San Francisco, artist Alicia Escott felt the pull of history and the sense of loss, heartbreak, and grief.
School leaders across the Bay Area are raising concerns over Gov. Gavin Newsom's latest budget proposal, warning it could create even more financial strain for districts already dealing with rising costs, staffing challenges and budget shortfalls.
A former police officer and prosecutor is now leading one of San Francisco's most closely watched courtrooms, focused not just on punishment, but on second chances.
Three Yolo County officials with ties to the Esparto fireworks explosion that killed seven people last year have been arrested, jail records show.
Randy Hoppert, a six-year veteran of the Tulare County Sheriff's Office, died after he was shot while serving an eviction notice.
On the sand dunes near Ocean Beach in San Francisco, artist Alicia Escott felt the pull of history and the sense of loss, heartbreak, and grief.
School leaders across the Bay Area are raising concerns over Gov. Gavin Newsom's latest budget proposal, warning it could create even more financial strain for districts already dealing with rising costs, staffing challenges and budget shortfalls.
A former police officer and prosecutor is now leading one of San Francisco's most closely watched courtrooms, focused not just on punishment, but on second chances.
Three Yolo County officials with ties to the Esparto fireworks explosion that killed seven people last year have been arrested, jail records show.
Randy Hoppert, a six-year veteran of the Tulare County Sheriff's Office, died after he was shot while serving an eviction notice.
A former police officer and prosecutor is now leading one of San Francisco's most closely watched courtrooms, focused not just on punishment, but on second chances.
Bay Area Rapid Transit service to San Francisco International Airport was disrupted, and major delays were reported on two lines, due to an equipment issue on the Peninsula on Thursday.
The proposal is to convert a Safeway grocery store along the 1600 block of South El Camino Real into a nearly 400-unit housing complex. The developers said that 55 of them would be designated for low-income households.
The closure of the nearly 300-bed site at 711 Post Street, on the edge of the Tenderloin and Lower Nob Hill, is raising concerns about whether the city is losing shelter capacity faster than it can replace it.
San Francisco city officials have agreed to provide a $6.5 million bridge loan to the San Francisco Zoo & Gardens, as the facility seeks financial stability.
School leaders across the Bay Area are raising concerns over Gov. Gavin Newsom's latest budget proposal, warning it could create even more financial strain for districts already dealing with rising costs, staffing challenges and budget shortfalls.
Eastbound traffic is flowing again through the Caldecott Tunnel after a crash and vehicle fire Thursday afternoon.
Police in Antioch are searching for a man suspected of fatally shooting a 20-year-old woman in February.
Berkeley police said the 28-year-old man was reported missing to both the Berkeley and Oakland police departments.
An Oakland woman teaches people how to stitch together their own stories of activism and belonging.
A woman who was crossing a street in East San Jose died after being struck by a driver Wednesday night, police
A man suspected in dozens of storage-unit burglaries in the city of Santa Clara and in other communities has been arrested, police said.
The pedestrian was struck near South White Road and Mt. McKinley Drive, around 8:10 p.m. Police said they were seriously injured and taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
For local resident Brendan Hughes, the meaning behind his tattoo runs deep. His design features imagery inspired by the San Jose Sharks, a symbol he says represents his hometown.
The preserve and elephant seal viewing areas at Año Nuevo State Park in San Mateo County are set to reopen, following a deadly bird flu outbreak that has infected dozens of marine mammals.
Local leaders say Southwest's arrival will significantly increase the number of travelers flying in and out of the airport this year, a development they call a major step forward for both convenience and economic growth.
On April 14, the Tamalpais Union High School District will be discussing and potentially voting on a plan that would restrict cellphone usage on campus.
A 12-year-old Santa Rosa girl missing since late Thursday evening was found safe, police said Friday afternoon.
A Sonoma County man has been arrested on multiple weapons charges and a hate crime charge, after he allegedly pointed a gun and made racist remarks from the roof of his home.
An American Canyon man was charged on Wednesday with manslaughter and driving under the influence following a weekend crash in Napa County that left three people dead and four others severely injured, prosecutors said.
The Athletics beat the New York Yankees 1-0 Thursday afternoon to clinch their first series at Yankee Stadium since 2016.
Connor McDavid scored his 15th career hat trick and finished with five points, leading the Edmonton Oilers to a 5-2 victory over the San Jose Sharks that moved them into sole possession of first place in the Pacific Division.
Rafael Devers homered and drove in four runs as the San Francisco Giants beat Philadelphia 5-0 for their second consecutive shutout against the Phillies.
Robbie Ray and two relievers combined on a four-hitter as the San Francisco Giants beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-0 to end their four-game skid.
Stephen Curry scored 17 points with a pair of four-point plays in 25 minutes making his second appearance back from a 27-game absence because of a right knee injury, and the Golden State Warriors held off the Sacramento Kings 110-105 to snap a four-game losing streak.
A former police officer and prosecutor is now leading one of San Francisco's most closely watched courtrooms, focused not just on punishment, but on second chances.
Three Yolo County officials with ties to the Esparto fireworks explosion that killed seven people last year have been arrested, jail records show.
Randy Hoppert, a six-year veteran of the Tulare County Sheriff's Office, died after he was shot while serving an eviction notice.
A woman who was crossing a street in East San Jose died after being struck by a driver Wednesday night, police
A man suspected in dozens of storage-unit burglaries in the city of Santa Clara and in other communities has been arrested, police said.
Artificial intelligence is more likely to change the nature of work than to supplant masses of workers, according to researchers.
The Computer History Museum is more than a walk through the past; it is a reflection of how rapidly technology continues to shape everyday life.
NASA said they had more than 2,600 submissions from around the world for the zero-gravity indicator mascot. Officials added that the Artemis II crew was inspired by 8-year-old Lucas Ye's creativity.
Officials in Foster City said Friday that they are making progress in restoring services, more than a week after a cybersecurity breach brought the city's network down and led to a state of emergency.
Experts say the rulings could expose tech companies to more litigation and pressure them to make changes to their apps.
A dead bat found at a Fremont home earlier this week has tested positive for the deadly rabies virus, according to authorities.
An East Bay woman is using the sport of pickleball to help find a cure for Parkinson's disease.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
The early-season heat wave gripping the Bay Area also means the allergy season is already kicking into high gear.
He advises people to lie down, extend their arms, and hold the phones above their heads, or people should hold their phone at eye level, rather than looking down.
First lady Melania Trump delivered a televised statement denying a relationship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
California's attorney general filed charges against 21 suspects, accusing the group of defrauding the state of $267 million. Arrests come after a CBS News investigation into hospice fraud.
The U.S. Postal Service, which lost $9 billion in 2025, recently warned that it could run out of money within 12 months.
California lawmakers want schools to include nicotine in drug tests already given to student-athletes, some as young as seventh graders.
The closure of the nearly 300-bed site at 711 Post Street, on the edge of the Tenderloin and Lower Nob Hill, is raising concerns about whether the city is losing shelter capacity faster than it can replace it.
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 Trump administration has given San Jose State University 10 days to change its policy on transgender athletes or face legal action and possibly lose federal funding.
A man has been arrested and accused of a hate crime after a San Francisco church was vandalized over the weekend, police said.
A Yosemite park ranger was fired last year after helping to display a transgender pride flag from El Capitan.
After more than two years of renovations, the historic Castro Theatre is back open for business.
Adrian Arias's work, entitled "Layers of the Mission: A Celebration of Memory and Resilience," is intended to bring attention to who he describes as real-life neighborhood heroes.
City leadership recently passed legislation that they say will help established event activators plan and execute at a much faster pace.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
Through his social media channel, "Festus Feasts," NBA champion Festus Ezeli is on a mission to give a boost to local restaurants throughout the region.
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.
On the sand dunes near Ocean Beach in San Francisco, artist Alicia Escott felt the pull of history and the sense of loss, heartbreak, and grief.
Kenny Choi reports.
Katie Nielsen reports.
Here's a look at the weather forecast Thursday evening.
A former police officer and prosecutor is now leading one of San Francisco's most closely watched courtrooms, focused not just on punishment, but on second chances.
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.