Family remembers the youngest victim of the Half Moon Bay mass shooting
While the media spotlight has moved on, the pain, anger and loss linger for the family and friends of the seven farmworkers gunned down while at work at two local farms.
Crime
5 teens arrested in connection with Castro Valley armed robbery spree
East Bay authorities on Monday confirmed the arrests of five teen suspects in connection with multiple armed robberies in Castro Valley over the weekend.
Three die of apparent fentanyl overdoses inside Gilroy home
Three people died Monday of apparent fentanyl overdoses and a four was revived using Narcan inside a home in unincorporated Gilroy.
San Pablo police release video evidence in 2020 shooting of Shawn Tillis; $50,000 reward offered
Police in San Pablo on Monday asked for the public's help solving a 2020 homicide as they released new video evidence in the case and announced a $50,000 reward.
Sunnyvale man arrested in connection with violent San Jose kidnapping
A 43-year-old suspect has been arrested in the violent kidnapping and attempted robbery of a female associate as she walked near John Mise Park in West San Jose.
2 arrested in January's Marin City attempted murder
Two suspects were arrested over the weekend in a January 26th Marin City stabbing that left the victim hospitalized with serious injuries.
2 dead, 5 injured in separate overnight shootings in Stockton
Police in Stockton are investigating two separate overnight shootings that left two people dead and five wounded, authorities said.
Suspect arrested for shooting blanks inside San Francisco synagogue
A man suspected of brandishing a firearm, shouting threats and firing a round of blanks inside a San Francisco synagogue was arrested without incident Friday night.
Search continues for man who fired blanks inside S.F. synagogue
Police in San Francisco are still trying to identify a man who walked into a Jewish synagogue this week, pulled out a pistol and fired blanks in front of the worshipers inside.
Top cops in Bay Area wrestle with issues of diversity, staffing
At a first-of-its-kind meeting, most of the Black police chiefs in the Bay Area met in Oakland to discuss ways to build trust in their communities. Da Lin reports. (2-3-23)
Search continues for man who fired blanks inside S.F. synagogue
Police in San Francisco are still trying to identify a man who walked into a Jewish synagogue this week and fired blanks at worshipers inside. Kelsi Thorud reports. (2-3-23)
Helicopter video: Watch 100 mph-plus pursuit on I-80 in East Bay
Two suspects trying to evade capture raced down I-80 and onto the streets of Oakland at speeds of over 100 mph before being arrested while attempting to flee on foot.
Helicopter video: Watch early morning CHP chase of stolen truck suspect
An alleged truck thief was captured early Friday after a CHP pursuit onto the streets of Oakland
Teenage boy killed in early morning Oakland shooting
A 17-year-old boy was shot and killed Friday morning in the Eastmont neighborhood of Oakland.
San Francisco police seek man who fired pistol inside Jewish synagogue
S.F. police are investigating a shooting inside a Richmond District synagogue Wednesday night during which the unidentified suspect may have fired blanks rather than live rounds.
Convicted gunman riddled victim, home with bullets in Pittsburg road rage shooting
The suspect who fired off 24 shots in a Pittsburg road rage incident has been convicted of attempted murder and other charges.
Suspects arrested in East Bay strong arm robbery crime spree
Three male suspects have been arrested in connection with multiple robberies committed in January in Oakland and in other East Bay communities.
S.F. police seek man who fired shots in Richmond District synagogue
Police in San Francisco are investigating a shooting inside a synagogue during which the unidentified suspect may have fired blanks. (2-2-23)
Antioch police nab burglary suspects after chase across Hwy 4, BART tracks
Two men led Antioch police on a wild chase Wednesday involving a smashed-up police vehicle, a helicopter and suspects running across BART tracks in the middle of Highway 4.
Richmond police warn of 'hot spots' where strong-arm robberies happened recently
Police in Richmond warned that there has been an uptick in strong-arm robberies the past 30 days and advised the public to be aware of certain "hot spots" in the city.
Update: CHP clears Caltrans District 4 office building; Suspected gunman at large
California Highway Patrol officers were going floor by floor inside the Caltrans building in Oakland, evacuating workers as they check out reports of a gunman inside.
Juvenile wounded by stray bullet as gunfire erupts near Vallejo High
A juvenile was recovering from a stray bullet wound suffered Tuesday afternoon after an exchange of gunfire between two vehicles near Vallejo High School.
Japantown community, family honors the life of slain security guard Gavin Boston
The community came together to honor and celebrate the life of Gavin Boston at a candlelight vigil in front of the Japantown pagoda Tuesday evening.
San Jose man accused of crime spree that included 2 murders, shooting of police officer
A 34-year-old San Jose man was charged Tuesday in a 2021 crime spree that involved two homicides and other violent assaults.
Bay Area drug dealer who help distribute 198 pounds of meth sentenced to 7 years in prison
A convicted drug dealer, who pleaded guilty to helping to distribute 198 pounds of methamphetamine, 10 pounds of heroin, and 40 pounds of cocaine has been sentenced to seven years in prison.
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Woodpeckers stash 700 pounds of acorns inside walls of Sonoma County home
A pair of California woodpeckers are surely crushed after a pest control technician on a routine call recently found their massive trove of acorns cleverly stashed in the walls of a Sonoma County home.
Mexico bans 'shark tourism' at Baja California great white hotspot
Mexico has banned shark-related tourism activities at a popular Pacific Ocean destination.
3 former Twitter executives testify over handling of Hunter Biden laptop story
Three former Twitter executives are testifying Wednesday at the House Oversight Committee over Twitter's decision to temporarily suppress a New York Post story regarding Hunter Biden's laptop.
Family remembers the youngest victim of the Half Moon Bay mass shooting
While the media spotlight has moved on, the pain, anger and loss linger for the family and friends of the seven farmworkers gunned down while at work at two local farms.
Cheers, laughs and at time boos at Manny's State of the Union Watch party
The standing-room only crowd reacted with cheers, laughs and at time boos as they listened to the President's State of the Union speech.
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Woodpeckers stash 700 pounds of acorns inside walls of Sonoma County home
A pair of California woodpeckers are surely crushed after a pest control technician on a routine call recently found their massive trove of acorns cleverly stashed in the walls of a Sonoma County home.
Mexico bans 'shark tourism' at Baja California great white hotspot
Mexico has banned shark-related tourism activities at a popular Pacific Ocean destination.
3 former Twitter executives testify over handling of Hunter Biden laptop story
Three former Twitter executives are testifying Wednesday at the House Oversight Committee over Twitter's decision to temporarily suppress a New York Post story regarding Hunter Biden's laptop.
Family remembers the youngest victim of the Half Moon Bay mass shooting
While the media spotlight has moved on, the pain, anger and loss linger for the family and friends of the seven farmworkers gunned down while at work at two local farms.
Cheers, laughs and at time boos at Manny's State of the Union Watch party
The standing-room only crowd reacted with cheers, laughs and at time boos as they listened to the President's State of the Union speech.
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Family remembers the youngest victim of the Half Moon Bay mass shooting
While the media spotlight has moved on, the pain, anger and loss linger for the family and friends of the seven farmworkers gunned down while at work at two local farms.
Cheers, laughs and at time boos at Manny's State of the Union Watch party
The standing-room only crowd reacted with cheers, laughs and at time boos as they listened to the President's State of the Union speech.
SF ordinance prohibits mayor, city heads from requiring undated letters of resignation
The San Francsico Board of Supervisors passed an ordinance on Tuesday that prohibits the mayor or other city heads from demanding undated letters of resignation from their appointed commissioners, per Mayor London Breed's letter "scandal" last year.
Paul Pelosi invited as special guest for Biden's State of the Union address
Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, will be sitting in the first lady's viewing box for Tuesday night's State of the Union address.
Teens sought in multiple Orbeez toy gun attacks in San Carlos
A group of juveniles in San Carlos have been firing water beads from a toy gun at unsuspecting people over the last few weeks, the San Mateo Sheriff's Office said Monday.
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Backers of Oakland Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong ramp up pressure for reinstatement
The public relations battle in Oakland over the forced leave of Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong is heating up. On Tuesday, some family members of homicide victims spoke out, demanding his reinstatement.
4 teens accused of using dating app to rob UC Berkeley student at gunpoint
Berkeley police arrested four people, including two juveniles, accused of using a dating app to meet up with a UC Berkeley student and rob him at gunpoint in his apartment.
Car chase in Antioch leads to fiery crash with tanker truck on Highway 4
A woman was airlifted to the hospital after a car chase and major injury crash that stopped Highway 4 traffic in Antioch Tuesday afternoon.
Alameda County Sheriff's deputy injured in Highway 580 crash in Castro Valley
An Alameda County sheriff's deputy was hurt when his patrol vehicle crashed westbound Interstate Highway 580 in Castro Valley on Tuesday, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Oakland mayor: Talks between city, A's over Howard Terminal ballpark 'looking good'
Talks have resumed between the city of Oakland and the Oakland A's for a new ballpark at the Charles P. Howard Terminal, Mayor Sheng Thao said at the end of the annual mayor's economic forecast Tuesday morning.
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San Jose police chief: Suspect who wounded officer was 'on quest to kill' police
San Jose police revealed new information and video Tuesday of an ambush-style shooting of an officer by a suspect who was "on a quest to kill San Jose police officers."
Elderly bicyclist killed in collision with vehicle in Cupertino
An elderly man riding a bicycle was killed in a collision with a vehicle in Cupertino Tuesday morning, the sheriff's office said.
Former Silicon Valley Bank VP sentenced to 15 months in prison
A former Silicon Valley Bank vice president was sentenced to 15 months in prison for falsifying documents in connection with his sentencing for previous securities fraud convictions, according to an announcement Monday from federal prosecutors.
Three die of apparent fentanyl overdoses inside Gilroy home
Three people died Monday of apparent fentanyl overdoses and a four was revived using Narcan inside a home in unincorporated Gilroy.
Deadly day for pedestrians on San Jose roadways
Two pedestrians were killed Monday in separate collisions on San Jose roadways
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Woodpeckers stash 700 pounds of acorns inside walls of Sonoma County home
A pair of California woodpeckers are surely crushed after a pest control technician on a routine call recently found their massive trove of acorns cleverly stashed in the walls of a Sonoma County home.
3 arrested in Santa Rosa street dispute that ended in fatal stabbing; 4th suspect sought
Police in Santa Rosa arrested three people and were looking for a fourth person in connection to a fatal stabbing last week that followed a street dispute.
Man dies in Mendocino County Jail after being taken into custody
Authorities in Mendocino County said a man who was taken into custody early Tuesday morning was found dead in his jail cell several hours later.
2 arrested in January's Marin City attempted murder
Two suspects were arrested over the weekend in a January 26th Marin City stabbing that left the victim hospitalized with serious injuries.
Man robs Santa Rosa bank; Police seek public's help
A masked man robbed a bank Friday afternoon in Santa Rosa and police were seeking help from the public in finding the suspect.
Sports
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LeBron James breaks NBA's all-time scoring record
With 38,352 points heading into Tuesday night's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, LeBron James needed just 36 points to break the longstanding all-time scoring record set by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
49ers reportedly hiring Steve Wilks as defensive coordinator
The San Francisco 49ers are hiring former Carolina interim head coach Steve Wilks as their new defensive coordinator.
Oakland mayor: Talks between city, A's over Howard Terminal ballpark 'looking good'
Talks have resumed between the city of Oakland and the Oakland A's for a new ballpark at the Charles P. Howard Terminal, Mayor Sheng Thao said at the end of the annual mayor's economic forecast Tuesday morning.
Marvel Star Simu Liu unveils upgraded sensory room at Chase Center
The sights and sounds of Warriors games may be overwhelming for people with sensory sensitivities or disabilities.
With Curry hurt, Klay Thompson erupts for 42 points as Warriors beat Thunder 141-114
Klay Thompson scored 42 points with a season-high 12 3-pointers, Jordan Poole added 21 points and 12 assists starting in Stephen Curry's place, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 141-114 on Monday night.
Bay Area Crime
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Family remembers the youngest victim of the Half Moon Bay mass shooting
While the media spotlight has moved on, the pain, anger and loss linger for the family and friends of the seven farmworkers gunned down while at work at two local farms.
San Jose police chief: Suspect who wounded officer was 'on quest to kill' police
San Jose police revealed new information and video Tuesday of an ambush-style shooting of an officer by a suspect who was "on a quest to kill San Jose police officers."
Backers of Oakland Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong ramp up pressure for reinstatement
The public relations battle in Oakland over the forced leave of Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong is heating up. On Tuesday, some family members of homicide victims spoke out, demanding his reinstatement.
4 teens accused of using dating app to rob UC Berkeley student at gunpoint
Berkeley police arrested four people, including two juveniles, accused of using a dating app to meet up with a UC Berkeley student and rob him at gunpoint in his apartment.
3 arrested in Santa Rosa street dispute that ended in fatal stabbing; 4th suspect sought
Police in Santa Rosa arrested three people and were looking for a fourth person in connection to a fatal stabbing last week that followed a street dispute.
Technology
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3 former Twitter executives testify over handling of Hunter Biden laptop story
Three former Twitter executives are testifying Wednesday at the House Oversight Committee over Twitter's decision to temporarily suppress a New York Post story regarding Hunter Biden's laptop.
Silicon Valley layoffs: Zoom to cut 1,300 jobs, CEO taking massive pay cut
Zoom on Tuesday said it will lay off about 1,300 employees, or approximately 15% of its staff, becoming the latest tech company to announce significant job cuts as a pandemic-fueled surge in demand for digital services wanes.
Google-parent Alphabet joins AI chatbot frenzy by unveiling Bard
Not to be outdone by its rivals, Google-parent Alphabet on Monday unveiled a new chatbot tool dubbed "Bard" in an apparent bid to compete with the viral success of ChatGPT.
Meta buying maker of VR fitness app Supernatural after favorable court ruling
A federal judge has sided with Facebook parent Meta and cleared the way for the company to buy virtual reality startup Within Unlimited, the maker of the popular fitness app Supernatural.
Update: Jury rules Musk, Tesla not liable in shareholder lawsuit over funding tweets
A jury on Friday ruled Tesla CEO Elon Musk did not mislead investors in 2018 with a tweet about a Tesla buyout which the investors say cost them billions of dollars.
Health
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Marvel Star Simu Liu unveils upgraded sensory room at Chase Center
The sights and sounds of Warriors games may be overwhelming for people with sensory sensitivities or disabilities.
California backs down from requiring COVID-19 vaccine to attend schools
Children in California won't have to get the coronavirus vaccine to attend schools, state public health officials confirmed Friday, ending one of the last major restrictions of the pandemic in the nation's most populous state.
Newsom rescinds state of emergency for mpox in California
Gov. Gavin Newsom rescinded the statewide emergency declaration for mpox this week, citing that state residents are no longer in "extreme peril" due to the virus.
Eye drops linked to drug-resistant bacteria outbreak
Federal health officials are advising people to stop using over-the-counter eye drops that have been linked to an outbreak of drug-resistant infections.
Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
Politics
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3 former Twitter executives testify over handling of Hunter Biden laptop story
Three former Twitter executives are testifying Wednesday at the House Oversight Committee over Twitter's decision to temporarily suppress a New York Post story regarding Hunter Biden's laptop.
Cheers, laughs and at time boos at Manny's State of the Union Watch party
The standing-room only crowd reacted with cheers, laughs and at time boos as they listened to the President's State of the Union speech.
Biden pushes for unity in State of the Union as he speaks to divided Congress
Biden's calls for bipartisanship comes as a new CBS News poll released Tuesday showed many Americans are still anxious about inflation and the economy.
Bay Area congressional reps comment on State of the Union address
U.S. Representatives Zoe Lofgren and Eric Swalwell tonight applauded President Biden's State of the Union address, that they said "focused on continuing to build a strong middle class, ending pervasive injustices, harnessing Americans' innovative spirit, and acting to curb climate change."
California GOP issues response to Biden's State of the Union address
Tonight, California Republican Party Chairwoman Jessica Millan Patterson issued a statement in response to President Joe Biden's State of the Union address.
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LGBTQ+
LGBTQ+ community center in San Jose host Christmas 'orphans' for holiday celebration
Devin Fehely reports on the welcoming Christmas celebration held at the Billy DeFrank Community Center in San Jose (12-24-2022)
Biden signs Respect for Marriage Act, enshrining marriage equality in federal law
Debra Alfarone reports on the star-studded celebration held to mark President Biden's signing of the Respect for Marriage Act (12-13-2022)
State Sen. Scott Wiener again targeted with bomb threat
Police in San Francisco responded to State Sen. Scott Wiener's home early Tuesday morning to search for potential bombs amid a new wave of threats against the senator.
Supreme Court hears new case pitting free speech against gay rights
Nicole D'Antonio on the Supreme Court hearing a Colorado case of a web designer refusing to work with same-sex couples (12-5-2022)
Sen. Padilla officiates SF City Hall wedding in celebration of Respect for Marriage Act
San Francisco Mayor London Breed and other elected officials Friday at the steps of City Hall celebrated the repealing of the Defense of Marriage Act and the U.S. Senate's passage of the Respect for Marriage Act.
Entertainment
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San Francisco's newest celebrity chef Kathy Fang represents Chinese cuisine
A local chef with roots in San Francisco's Chinatown is enjoying a higher profile these days thanks to a her starring turn in a new reality show.
Beyoncé surpasses the record for most Grammy wins of all time
Beyoncé sits alone atop the Grammy throne as the ceremony's most decorated artist in history.
Viola Davis achieves EGOT status with Grammy win for audiobook
Davis has previously won an Oscar for best supporting actress for "Fences," an Emmy for her role as Annalise Keating in "How to Get Away with Murder" and two Tony awards.
Grammys 2023: List of winners and nominees
Harry Styles took home the coveted award for album of the year and Beyoncé became the most decorated artist in Grammy history.
2023 Grammys: How to watch Beyoncé vs. Adele, Bad Bunny and more
Beyoncé and Adele will once again contend for top honors, while Lizzo and Harry Styles return and Bad Bunny makes history.
KPIX Special Reports
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New program helps prisoners' wives cope when life brings love and incarceration
Coping with the incarceration of a loved one can be overwhelming and cause lasting health issues for wives on the outside. The Compassion Prison Project is trying to help them.
Identifying childhood trauma a key to rehabilitating, reintegrating prison inmates into society
For years, prisons were focused on punishment rather than rehabilitation. But now, a new approach explores the reasons they ended up behind bars in the first place.
Norway's reform inspires California to make prison life more humane
A new push within the state prison system aims to reduce recidivism and the solution could be found more than 5,000 miles away.
Identity Thieves Earn Cyber Cash, Stick Victims With Tax Bill
Imagine getting a bunch of tax documents telling you and the IRS about a large sum of money you made when, in fact, you never received a penny of it.
Ukrainians Seeking Shelter With Bay Area Families Face Closed Doors, Red Tape
Many in the Bay Area want their Ukrainian relatives to find safe haven here but the obstacles they're facing are formidable.
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Charmaine Bingwa on the acclaimed Apple-TV's Antoine Fuqua's recently released film 'Emancipation'
Apple-TV's Antoine Fuqua's recently released film 'Emancipation' has been nominated for NAACP Image Awards
Super Bowl munchies: Here's some favorite spots to buy wings for the big game
Where's your favorite place to buy wings in the Bay Area
Supporters continue to pressure on Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao to return police chief LeRonne Armstrong
Pressure mounting on Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao to return police chief LeRonne Armstrong to his job
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Antioch man who overcame tough circumstances leads students by example
An East Bay man who was incarcerated as a young person turned his life around, and now he's guiding at-risk kids toward their own paths to success.
Watch the Jefferson Awards ceremony live on Feb. 8 at 6 p.m.
The annual ceremony celebrating public service in the San Francisco Bay Area -- the Jefferson Awards -- will be streamed on KPIX.com live on Feb. 8 at 6 p.m.
Opioid addiction tragedy drives Sebastopol couple to help others through 'Micah's Hugs'
A Sebastopol couple's fight against drug addiction is personal, and they are channeling their own family's grief into helping others avoid the same fate.
Nonprofit Empower Work helps people deal with discrimination, harassment on the job
An estimated 40 million American small business employees don't feel like they have enough resources to deal with on-the-job harassment, discrimination, or other serious issues.
Alameda parent takes school music program into her own hands
When one Alameda mother discovered that her children's school lacked a thriving music program, she orchestrated her own solution.
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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.
Medical student yearning to give back to community that helped shape her
Giving back to others should be a priority for all of us. It is for Jennifer Juarez Yoc, who looks to faith and family as inspiration to serve others.
Leaning on past experiences, Oakland scholar leads the way for workers' rights
Sharit Cárdenas López spent their childhood watching their mother struggle to support a family on less than what many of us spend on luxuries every year.
Onetime scholar, Oakland native overcomes childhood trauma to thrive in business, politics
In 2019, the CDC reported that 60 percent of adults have experienced at least one incident of significant childhood trauma. Bianca Yarborough is one of those adults, but she's turning that pain into positive motivation for helping others.