Walnut Creek Considers Ban On Selling Flavored Tobacco, Vaping Products
The Walnut Creek City Council on Tuesday will consider banning the sale of favored tobacco and electronic smoking devices within city limits.
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San Jose Lawmakers Vote To Ban Sale Of Flavored Tobacco Products
In a unanimous vote, San Jose city council members voted to end all sales of flavored e-cigarettes, menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. There will be a second vote to finalize the ban.
Juul To Pay $40M To Settle Teen Vaping Lawsuit In North Carolina
San Francisco-based electronic cigarette giant Juul Labs Inc. will pay $40 million to North Carolina and take more action to prevent underage use and sales, according to a landmark legal settlement.
Feds Seek Breakup Of Altria-Juul Deal On Antitrust Grounds
U.S. business regulators are suing to break up the multibillion-dollar deal between tobacco giant Altria and San Francisco e-cigarette startup Juul Labs.
Juul Reportedly Looking At E-Cigarette That Locks Out Underage Users
E-cigarette giant Juul is reportedly looking to launch a new vape in the U.S. that will only unlock for users ages 21 and older.
Alameda County Supes Consider Vaping Sales Ban
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors will consider an ordinance Tuesday that would ban the sale of vaping products in the county's unincorporated areas.
Juul Sued By Massachusetts AG Over Alleged Targeting Of Youth
A new lawsuit against San Francisco-based Juul claims to provide the strongest evidence yet that e-cigarette giant targeted children with its online advertising campaigns.
Altria Takes Another $4.1 Billion Charge On Juul Investment
E-cigarettes were supposed to help Altria diversify beyond tobacco but its investment in San Francisco-based Juul has turned into a recurring nightmare.
Bay Area School District Files Lawsuit Against Juul For 'Fostering An E-Cigarette Epidemic'
A Bay Area school district took its battle against underage vaping to the courtroom Thursday, filing a lawsuit against Juul Labs for "cultivating and fostering an e-cigarette epidemic that disrupts the education and learning environment across the district."
Amid Vaping Controversy, Juul Use Rises Among Teens, Young Adults In 2019
Despite the ongoing controversies surrounding Juul e-cigarettes, a new study says the number of people using the San Francisco-based company's vaping products has been rising.
Bay Area Lawmaker's Flavored Tobacco Ban Proposal Would Include Menthol Cigarettes
A revamped bill in the California legislature aims to go further than the Trump administration's partial ban on e-cigarette pods.
UCSF Study: Juul Delivers More Nicotine To Blood Than Cigarettes, Other E-Cigs
A new study finds the company's products delivers significantly more nicotine to the blood per puff than other e-cigarettes and traditional cigarettes.
San Mateo County Schools Sue Juul Labs Over Rise Of Youth Vaping
More than four lawsuits from San Mateo County school officials were filed Tuesday against San Francisco-based Juul Labs over its alleged efforts to get youth to smoke electronic cigarettes.
Study: E-Cigarettes Increase Risk Of Lung Disease; Vaping Combined With Smoking Triples Risk
A new study on the health effects of e-cigarettes shows vaping significantly increases the risk of developing chronic lung diseases, according to University of California, San Francisco researchers.
New York Joins California, Other States Suing E-Cigarette Maker Juul
Attorney General Letitia James announced the lawsuit on Tuesday against San Francisco based JUUL Labs.
San Francisco Head Shops Feel Heat From Rise in Vaping Fatalities
Haight Street is home to many vape shops that say they are seeing sales drop significantly amid confusion and concern over vaping-related deaths and illnesses.
Apple Removes Vaping Apps From App Store
Apple has removed 181 vaping-related apps from its mobile App Store globally.
Juul Laying Off 650 People In $1 Billion Cost-Cutting Plan
Juul on Tuesday announced an update to its major restructuring effort that includes layoffs and deep cost cutting.
U.S. Officials Identify Vitamin E Compound As 'Strong Culprit' In Vaping Illnesses
U.S. health officials announced a breakthrough Friday into the cause of a mysterious outbreak of vaping illnesses, reporting they have a "very strong culprit."
Juul Halts Sales Of Mint, Top-Selling E-Cigarette Flavor
Juul Labs said Thursday it will halt sales of its best-selling, mint-flavored electronic cigarettes as it struggles to survive a nationwide backlash against vaping.
Santa Clara County Supervisors Vote To Ban E-Cigarette Sales
The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday voted to ban the sale of e-cigarettes in the unincorporated part of the county
Juul Halts Sales Of Fruit, Dessert Flavors For E-Cigarettes
Juul Labs will stop selling fruit and dessert flavors for its electronic cigarettes.
Juul Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit From Family Of 'Intensely Addicted' Teen
A lawsuit has been filed against San Francisco-based Juul Labs by the family of an 18-year-old who died last year claiming the company's vaping products played a significant role in his death.
Campaign To Stop San Francisco E-Cigarette Measure Pushes On After Juul Drops Support
A campaign to defeat an industry-backed e-cigarette measure on San Francisco's ballot will push on despite the announcement by Juul Labs Inc. that it will stop financially supporting the proposal.
Redwood City School District To Install Vape Detectors At Largest Middle School
The Redwood City School District Board of Trustees voted Wednesday night to install eight vape detectors at the district's largest comprehensive middle school.
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Update: Trench collapse rescue underway in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood
A fire department rescue operation was underway in a collapsed underground trench in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood Thursday morning.
Newsom signs law raising minimum wage for California fast food workers to $20 per hour
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law raising the minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour.
Former Vacaville prison guard accused of accepting bribes to smuggle phones
A former guard at a state prison in Solano County has been indicted after he allegedly accepted bribes to smuggle phones into the facility, federal prosecutors said.
Update: Eastbound lanes of Highway 84 reopen after Dumbarton Bridge crash cleared
A crash on the Dumbarton Bridge involving an overturned vehicle blocked eastbound lanes of traffic on the bridge for hours Thursday morning.
Oversight board finds Sonoma deputies used K-9's "too quickly" on suspects
Deputies with the Sonoma County's Sheriff's Office used their dogs "too quickly" against suspected offenders from 2022 to 2023, an oversight board said in a recently released report.
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Update: Trench collapse rescue underway in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood
A fire department rescue operation was underway in a collapsed underground trench in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood Thursday morning.
Newsom signs law raising minimum wage for California fast food workers to $20 per hour
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law raising the minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour.
Former Vacaville prison guard accused of accepting bribes to smuggle phones
A former guard at a state prison in Solano County has been indicted after he allegedly accepted bribes to smuggle phones into the facility, federal prosecutors said.
Update: Eastbound lanes of Highway 84 reopen after Dumbarton Bridge crash cleared
A crash on the Dumbarton Bridge involving an overturned vehicle blocked eastbound lanes of traffic on the bridge for hours Thursday morning.
Oversight board finds Sonoma deputies used K-9's "too quickly" on suspects
Deputies with the Sonoma County's Sheriff's Office used their dogs "too quickly" against suspected offenders from 2022 to 2023, an oversight board said in a recently released report.
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Update: Trench collapse rescue underway in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood
A fire department rescue operation was underway in a collapsed underground trench in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood Thursday morning.
Update: Eastbound lanes of Highway 84 reopen after Dumbarton Bridge crash cleared
A crash on the Dumbarton Bridge involving an overturned vehicle blocked eastbound lanes of traffic on the bridge for hours Thursday morning.
Man arrested for alleged public masturbation near San Mateo playground
A 32-year-old man was arrested this week for alleged public masturbation near a children's playground in San Mateo, according to police.
San Francisco supe calls for banning right turns on red citywide
Looking to reduce traffic fatalities, a proposal being introduced in the San Francisco Board of Supervisors would ban drivers from making right turns at red lights throughout the city.
President Biden leaves San Francisco after two-day campaign stop
President Biden headed to Phoenix early Wednesday evening, wrapping up his two-day trip to the Bay Area where he attended multiple campaign events.
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Police bust illegal casino in Oakland; 3 arrested, firearms seized
Oakland officers this week dismantled an alleged illegal casino in the city, resulting in the arrests of three people and confiscation of firearms, according to police.
Community in Oakland's Fruitvale District works to save ancient Guatemalan language
In the heart of Oakland's Fruitvale District, a unique community thrives as it works to preserve an ancient Mayan language known as Mam.
Firearms recovered, three in custody after illegal casino bust in Oakland
On Thursday morning, officers from the OPD Violent Crime Operations Center (VCOC), the US Marshals Task Force, ATF, and the San Ramon Police Department served an arrest and search warrant at an illegal underground casino located in the 900 block of 77th Avenue.
Oakland police investigating after person found dead near Interstate 580
Oakland police are investigating after a person was found dead Wednesday afternoon on Seminary Avenue.
East Bay business Alicia's Tamales Los Mayas grows with help from local Latino nonprofits
Advocates for Latino business owners say more can be done to support entrepreneurs like Alicia Villanueva of Alicia's Tamales Los Mayas who still face barriers and challenges.
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Update: Powerball jackpot soars to estimated $925M; Ticket worth over $796K sold in San Jose
The Powerball jackpot will rise to an estimated $925 million after there were no winners in Wednesday's drawing, but one lucky player in San Jose bought a ticket worth nearly $800,000.
Report shows San Jose struggling to get tourism spending back to pre-pandemic levels
While other parts of the country have met or exceeded pre-pandemic levels in the travel industry, San Jose has been slower to recover, a new report shows.
Woman pleads guilty to shooting at deputies in 2019 San Jose UPS truck hijacking
A San Jose woman is facing the possibility of life in prison after pleading guilty to shooting at sheriff's deputies during a 2019 crime spree that included the hijacking of a UPS truck.
San Jose man arrested following brutal sexual assault at downtown business
Police investigating a sexual assault near downtown San Jose last week arrested a suspect on multiple felony counts, authorities said Wednesday.
Update: Garbage truck driver hits, kills pedestrian in East San Jose
A driver of a garbage truck hit and killed a pedestrian in San Jose early Tuesday morning, the city's 39th fatal collision of the year.
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Oversight board finds Sonoma deputies used K-9's "too quickly" on suspects
Deputies with the Sonoma County's Sheriff's Office used their dogs "too quickly" against suspected offenders from 2022 to 2023, an oversight board said in a recently released report.
Bay Area search and rescue operation getting help from high school students
Some Bay Area high school students are providing crucial help to search and rescue operations.
Fairfield police shoot man believed to be armed near middle school
Police in Fairfield on Wednesday afternoon said they shot a man who was allegedly armed near a middle school campus.
Axe-wielding man arrested following rampage in Novato
A Novato man was arrested on multiple charges early Wednesday morning for alleged rampage in the city's downtown where he was seen wielding an axe.
17-year-old wounded in Fairfield shooting
Police in Fairfield are searching for a gunman after a 17-year-old was wounded in a shooting Tuesday afternoon.
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Giants lose to Padres 5-2 in extra-inning game
Manny Machado hit a two-run single in the 10th inning, and the San Diego Padres beat the San Francisco Giants 5-2 to keep their slim postseason hopes alive with their first extra-inning win this year.
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan grateful for stability from contract extension
Kyle Shanahan grew up around the NFL following his father from stop to stop on the coaching carousel before getting on it himself so he knows full well how rare it is to have a long stay at one spot.
AP Source: Oakland native Damian Lillard being traded from the Trail Blazers to the Bucks
Damian Lillard is being traded by Portland to play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo in Milwaukee, according to a person with knowledge of the agreement.
Colin Kaepernick asks New York Jets if he can join practice squad
Colin Kaepernick, who last played in the NFL in 2016, wrote in his letter to the Jets that he "never retired or stopped training" in hopes of getting another opportunity.
Lugo, Soto lead Padres to 4-0 win over Giants, ending San Francisco's playoff hopes
Seth Lugo allowed three hits and came within an out of his first career complete game, Juan Soto homered twice and the San Diego Padres eliminated San Francisco from the NL wild-card race, beating the Giants 4-0 on Tuesday night.
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Former Vacaville prison guard accused of accepting bribes to smuggle phones
A former guard at a state prison in Solano County has been indicted after he allegedly accepted bribes to smuggle phones into the facility, federal prosecutors said.
Oversight board finds Sonoma deputies used K-9's "too quickly" on suspects
Deputies with the Sonoma County's Sheriff's Office used their dogs "too quickly" against suspected offenders from 2022 to 2023, an oversight board said in a recently released report.
Man arrested for alleged public masturbation near San Mateo playground
A 32-year-old man was arrested this week for alleged public masturbation near a children's playground in San Mateo, according to police.
Police bust illegal casino in Oakland; 3 arrested, firearms seized
Oakland officers this week dismantled an alleged illegal casino in the city, resulting in the arrests of three people and confiscation of firearms, according to police.
Woman pleads guilty to shooting at deputies in 2019 San Jose UPS truck hijacking
A San Jose woman is facing the possibility of life in prison after pleading guilty to shooting at sheriff's deputies during a 2019 crime spree that included the hijacking of a UPS truck.
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Mark Zuckerberg launches Meta developer conference with focus on AI, virtual reality
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg kicked off the tech giant's Connect developer conference on Wednesday with a focus on virtual and augmented reality and artificial intelligence.
Is broadband essential, like water or electricity? New net neutrality effort makes the case
Landmark net neutrality rules rescinded under former President Donald Trump could return under a new push by U.S. Federal Communications Commission chair Jessica Rosenworcel.
Apple exec defends the decision to make Google default search engine on iPhones, Macs
A top Apple executive defended the tech giant's decision to make Google the default search engine on Apple iPhones and Macs, saying there was no "valid alternative.
FTC and 17 states file sweeping antitrust suit against Amazon
Amazon is facing antitrust claims from the Federal Trade Commission and states including New York and Pennsylvania, alleging the retailer is a monopoly.
Could you get "carhacked"? The growing risk of keyless vehicle thefts
A new generation of high-tech thieves are attacking vulnerable vehicle computer systems to steal cars in seconds.
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San Francisco supe calls for banning right turns on red citywide
Looking to reduce traffic fatalities, a proposal being introduced in the San Francisco Board of Supervisors would ban drivers from making right turns at red lights throughout the city.
More than 260,000 toddler books recalled due to choking hazard
Plastic rings can detach from the Rainbow Road Road series board books sold at Sam's Club, Target and other retailers nationwide.
Bay Area woman overcomes rare auto-immune disorder to set push-up world record
Holly Reese is no amateur when it comes to push-ups
SF Mayor London Breed proposes drug treatment mandate for government assistance
Residents of the city and county of San Francisco with addiction problems who receive cash assistance would be required to undergo treatment to continue receiving payments under a new proposal from Mayor London Breed.
Strike at dialysis clinics in Brentwood, Gilroy and San Jose enters 2nd day
Tuesday is day two of a strike by more than 500 dialysis caregivers over what they say are unfair labor practices at their clinics.
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Newsom signs law raising minimum wage for California fast food workers to $20 per hour
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law raising the minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour.
Oversight board finds Sonoma deputies used K-9's "too quickly" on suspects
Deputies with the Sonoma County's Sheriff's Office used their dogs "too quickly" against suspected offenders from 2022 to 2023, an oversight board said in a recently released report.
San Francisco supe calls for banning right turns on red citywide
Looking to reduce traffic fatalities, a proposal being introduced in the San Francisco Board of Supervisors would ban drivers from making right turns at red lights throughout the city.
President Biden leaves San Francisco after two-day campaign stop
President Biden headed to Phoenix early Wednesday evening, wrapping up his two-day trip to the Bay Area where he attended multiple campaign events.
The second Republican debate's biggest highlights: Revisit 6 key moments
Seven Republican candidates met for the second primary debate in California on Wednesday, taking aim at President Biden and each other.
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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.
Cases of LGBTQ+ veterans denied honorable discharges under "don't ask, don't tell" to be reviewed
Ryan Yamamoto reports on plans for the Pentagon to review cases of LGBTQ+ veterans denied honorable discharges under "don't ask, don't tell" (9-20-2023)
Sunol Glen School Board to hold closed session amid flag-ban controversy
Ryan Yamamoto reports on questions surrounding the Sunol Glen School Board's plans for a closed-door meeting Wednesday (9-20-2023)
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Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Highlights at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2023
Check out a highly subjective tip sheet on some of the recommended acts and hidden gems playing Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2023 this weekend in Golden Gate Park.
Black musician accused of trafficking his own children aboard American Airlines flight
Black musician David Ryan Harris says that he was accused of trafficking his own children by a flight attendant on an American Airlines flight two weeks ago.
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2023 brings three days of music to Golden Gate Park
One of the most celebrated music festivals in the Bay Area and the nation, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass makes a welcome return to Golden Gate Park for three days of eclectic sounds this weekend.
Powerball jackpot up to $850 million after months without a big winner
An estimated $850 million Powerball jackpot is up for grabs if players are willing to brave incredibly long odds.
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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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Raw Video: SFFD briefing on trench rescue in Lower Haight
Capt. Jonathan Baxter of the San Francisco Fire Department gives an update on a trench rescue near Oak and Divisadero streets in the city's Lower Haight on Thursday morning. (9/28/23)
Raw Video: Crews perform rescue in San Francisco's Lower Haight
A fire department rescue was underway near Oak and Divisadero streets in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood Thursday morning. (9/28/23)
How 'National Good Neighbor Day' celebrates community bonds
National Good Neighbor Day encourages the power of kindness to people in your neighborhood. The KPIX morning anchors spoke with Shireen Santosham, Executive Director of Nexdoor's Kind Foundation, on the importance of being a good neighbor and things you could do to make their day. (09-28-23)
‘Portola Festival’ returns to San Francisco's Pier 80
The “Portola Festival” returns to San Francisco with various groups performing on an outdoor stage at Pier 80. Last year's weekend event caused concerns over crowd control and music heard across the bay to Alameda. Pete Mar, host of the ‘B-Sides’ TV program, relays information from the creator and producer of the festival to ease community members while diverging into music history. (09-28-23)
Eastern Contra Costa County seeing benefits from fire department consolidation
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District says the merge with the East Contra Costa Fire District means areas of the county will not remain uncovered as they did in the past. Shawn Chitnis 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.