Morocco and Loma Prieta earthquakes compared
Darren Peck takes a look at how the deadly Morocco earthquake compares with the 1989 Loma Prieta quake in the Bay Area.
Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.1 quake rattles San Jose Sunday night
The U.S. Geological Survey said a 3.1 magnitude earthquake struck Sunday night near Mount Hamilton, six miles east of Alum Rock.
4.0, 3.9 magnitude earthquakes shake Humboldt County coast
Two quakes measuring 4.0 and 3.9 over the past 24 hours rattled the coast of Humboldt County in Northern California, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Retrofitter works to make Bay Area homes safer in earthquakes
Kelsi Thorud reports on a Bay Area retrofitter who reinforces homes across the Bay Area (6-12-2023)
First Alert Weather Saturday night forecast 6-3-23
Did you feel it? Meteorologist Darren Peck shows where that 4.5 magnitude North Bay earthquake rattled people in the Bay Area Saturday morning (and also has the Sunday forecast).
California offers up to $13,000 to retrofit 'soft-story' homes in Berkeley, Oakland, SF
Homeowners in Oakland, San Francisco and Berkeley whose homes include a living space above a garage, known as a "soft-story," may be eligible for thousands of dollars to retrofit the structure as part of a pilot program funded by the federal government.
4 small earthquakes strike near Antioch Sunday afternoon
A cluster of four small earthquakes rattled an area south of Antioch Sunday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
San Francisco kicks off week of earthquake commemoration events
The San Francisco Department of Emergency Management is hosting a series of events this week to commemorate the 1906 earthquake and fire.
3.4 magnitude earthquake rattles area near Salinas
A small earthquake struck a mountainous area east of Salinas which was felt in communities in Monterey and San Benito Counties.
Top 10 Earthquake Survival Kit Must-Haves
Earthquakes can happen at any time, so preparedness should be maintained on an ongoing basis.
3.7 quake rumbles beneath the South Bay near Morgan Hill
A 3.7 magnitude rumbled under the South Bay early Monday morning, jolting residents awake in San Martin and Morgan Hill.
Humboldt quake update: New Year's Day shaker damages at least 20 apartments
At least 20 apartments were damaged by the latest earthquake to rattle the region of Northern California where a stronger quake nearly two weeks ago killed two people and knocked homes off their foundations, authorities said Monday.
'It felt like the end of world;' Shocked residents forge ahead after Humboldt quake
Outside the Dollar General, the store manager ticked off the items she had to share with families trying to jumpstart their lives after an earthquake jolted them from their beds and cut off the town's water and power.
Quake-damaged communities face daunting recovery following Humboldt County shaker
Some communities damaged in Tuesday's 6.4 magnitude earthquake on the Humboldt County coast are looking at a challenging road to recovery.
3.3 magnitude earthquake hits Union City
A 3.3 magnitude earthquake hit Union City Wednesday evening and was felt in surrounding East Bay communities.
'Lost Coast' residents take stock of damage following 6.4 Humboldt County earthquake
Humboldt County residents spent the day assessing the damage to their homes and businesses after yet another earthquake in a region where quakes are fairly common.
Update: Gov. Newsom declares state of emergency after deadly NorCal quake
Two elderly residents died, 12 others injured and businesses and homes damaged when a 6.4 magnitude earthquake followed by nearly 80 aftershocks rocked the Humboldt County coastline Tuesday.
2014 Napa quake sparked idea for 'Seismocon' device to test home's structural integrity
Thousands of people in Northern California are asking themselves a key question after Humboldt County was rocked by a 6.4 magnitude earthquake Tuesday: is my house safe?
East Bay homeowner watches Hayward Fault split his yard
Over the past several decades, science editor Brian Hackney monitored the Hayward Fault slip as it splits apart Phil and Darlene's property, sending part of it toward Alaska. (11-27-22)
Update: 'The building was swaying'; 5.1 magnitude earthquake rattles nerves in Bay Area
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake followed by three aftershocks ranging in magnitude from 3.5 to 2.8 rumbled through the South Bay Tuesday, rattling windows, shelves and nerves all across the Bay Area.
Lesser known Calaveras Fault can deliver a jolt to the Bay Area
While not as well known as its neighbors -- the San Andreas and Hayward faults -- a quake on the Calaveras Fault can still pack a punch for Bay Area residents.
Early earthquake detection system still cumbersome to install and use
Tuesday's 5.1 magnitude earthquake centered in San Jose's east foothills provided a real-life test of the potential and limitations of the state's earthquake early detection and warning system.
Memories linger years after Loma Prieta Earthquake rocked the Bay Area
It lasted for less than a minute, as short as 15 seconds in some Bay Area neighborhoods, but the memories of the deadly and destructive 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake still linger.
California Geological Survey revises tsunami maps for 5 Bay Area counties
The California Geological Survey has released updated tsunami hazard maps for seven counties to help users determine whether they are in areas at risk for inundation and for planning.
3.4 magnitude quake shakes along Alameda-Santa Clara County line
A small earthquake shook the southeastern tip of Alameda County Wednesday morning.
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Oakland small businesses set to 'strike' next week to spotlight rising crime
More than 200 Oakland businesses are prepared to go on "strike" next week in an effort to bring attention to how crime is hurting their bottom lines.
Manaea pitches 7 scoreless innings, Giants beat Dodgers to end skid
Sean Manaea scattered three hits over seven shutout innings and Tyler Fitzgerald homered as the Giants defeated the Dodgers 5-1 on Friday.
A's rally past the Tigers 8-2 to end 8-game losing streak
The A's rallied to end their eight-game losing streak with an 8-2 win over Detroit on Friday night.
Bay Area homeowners likely to see insurance premiums spike
Home insurance will likely go up across California as the state insurance commissioner announced new rules to regulate the industry.
2-year-old boy dies after being critically injured in tragic Vallejo shooting
Police in Vallejo have confirmed detectives are investigating a shooting late Friday morning that left a two-year-old boy dead.
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Oakland small businesses set to 'strike' next week to spotlight rising crime
More than 200 Oakland businesses are prepared to go on "strike" next week in an effort to bring attention to how crime is hurting their bottom lines.
Bay Area homeowners likely to see insurance premiums spike
Home insurance will likely go up across California as the state insurance commissioner announced new rules to regulate the industry.
2-year-old boy dies after being critically injured in tragic Vallejo shooting
Police in Vallejo have confirmed detectives are investigating a shooting late Friday morning that left a two-year-old boy dead.
2 Santa Rosa teens arrested after tip about planned shooting at Montgomery High
Police in Santa Rosa on Friday confirmed the early morning arrests of two teenagers with an altered firearm after receiving a tip about a potential planned shooting on the Montgomery High campus.
San Francisco hold contest to design new "I Voted" sticker for 2024 elections
As the 2024 election season looms, San Francisco is taking a creative approach to engaging more voters.
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San Francisco hold contest to design new "I Voted" sticker for 2024 elections
As the 2024 election season looms, San Francisco is taking a creative approach to engaging more voters.
Paid to stay sober; Programs to reward people addicted to drugs for staying clean showing results
U.S. cities wanting to pay people with drug addiction to stay sober have scored a major victory by getting more funding for what is known as contingency management programs.
San Francisco NoPa residents install planters to discourage homeless camping
Residents of one San Francisco neighborhood are installing street planters to discourage unhoused people who, they say, are more disturbed and threatening than preceding sidewalk squatters.
San Francisco teachers and school staff set for strike authorization vote
Another battle is unfolding in San Francisco as public school teachers and staff say they're ready to go on strike if negotiations with the district don't move forward.
Jury orders San Francisco Marriott Marquis to pay $20 million in disability lawsuit
The Marriott Marquis hotel in San Francisco is on the hook for $20 million after a jury found it failed to accommodate an employee's disability.
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Oakland small businesses set to 'strike' next week to spotlight rising crime
More than 200 Oakland businesses are prepared to go on "strike" next week in an effort to bring attention to how crime is hurting their bottom lines.
2-year-old boy dies after being critically injured in tragic Vallejo shooting
Police in Vallejo have confirmed detectives are investigating a shooting late Friday morning that left a two-year-old boy dead.
Stockton charter school employee arrested on suspicion of sex acts with minor
An employee at ABLE Charter Schools in Stockton was arrested Thursday on suspicion of sexual acts with a minor, the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office said.
Passenger stabbed aboard BART train at 19th St. Oakland station; Suspect arrested
A 44-year-old man was arrested early Friday morning for allegedly stabbing someone on a BART train in Oakland, a spokesperson for the transit agency said.
Update: Suspect who killed woman at Albany car dealership fatally shot by Berkeley police
A female employee at an Albany car dealership was fatally shot late Thursday morning by a suspect who later died in an exchange of gunfire with Berkeley police.
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Weekend closure of northbound Hwy 87 in San Jose to impact South Bay traffic
Residents in San Jose should be prepared for traffic and detours due to the weekend closure of northbound State Route 87 between I-280 and State Route 85 starting Friday evening.
Pedestrian hit, killed by vehicle in San Jose
A man was fatally struck by a vehicle in San Jose on Friday morning, according to police.
Low and slow: Expressing Latino lowrider culture on two wheels
A San Francisco artist is carrying forward a decades-old tradition by expressing lowrider culture in custom-built bicycles.
49ers beat Giants on Latino Heritage Night at Levi's Stadium
The 49ers went into their home opener 2-0 so fans were already excited but many weren't just celebrating their team – they were celebrating their culture.
Farmworkers struggling with housing to receive assistance from the state
This year, officials started paying more attention to the deplorable living conditions some Bay Area farmworkers face. KPIX met a family in Gilroy that is just one of many who would benefit from new help being provided by the state.
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2 Santa Rosa teens arrested after tip about planned shooting at Montgomery High
Police in Santa Rosa on Friday confirmed the early morning arrests of two teenagers with an altered firearm after receiving a tip about a potential planned shooting on the Montgomery High campus.
Vallejo's application for state grant to fight retail theft is rejected
The city of Vallejo was turned down by the state for a grant request to tackle organized retail and vehicle theft despite many other Bay Area cities being awarded millions of dollars, City Manager Mike Malone said Thursday.
Windy fire weather keeps wildfire spotters vigilant on Mount Tamalpais
As wildfires burning in Northern California and Southern Oregon send smoke toward the Bay Area impacting air quality across the region, fire experts warn that the unpredictable winds could heighten fire alerts.
Smoky skies impacting daily life for some North Bay residents
The smoky skies this week caught some residents by surprise, but they say it's not as bad as previous years.
Vallejo man lied about having cancer for donations to play in Las Vegas poker event
A poker player who said he had terminal cancer and accepted thousands of dollars in donations so he could play in a World Series of Poker tournament in Las Vegas now admits it was all a lie.
Sports
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Manaea pitches 7 scoreless innings, Giants beat Dodgers to end skid
Sean Manaea scattered three hits over seven shutout innings and Tyler Fitzgerald homered as the Giants defeated the Dodgers 5-1 on Friday.
A's rally past the Tigers 8-2 to end 8-game losing streak
The A's rallied to end their eight-game losing streak with an 8-2 win over Detroit on Friday night.
49ers sign Lynch, Shanahan to multi-year extension
The San Francisco 49ers are banking on keeping a good thing going by extending the contracts of general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan.
49ers focus on fixing flaws after rolling to 3-0 record to open the season
Three straight wins with 30 points scored in each game is just the kind of start the San Francisco 49ers wanted to have this year after being forced to climb out of early holes the past two years.
Raiders WR Davante Adams shows off new skills in heartfelt home renovation
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams is known for putting in the work on and off the field, but his latest exploits didn't involve catching footballs, instead using a paintbrush and a sledgehammer to help renovate a home for a very special fan.
Bay Area Crime
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Oakland small businesses set to 'strike' next week to spotlight rising crime
More than 200 Oakland businesses are prepared to go on "strike" next week in an effort to bring attention to how crime is hurting their bottom lines.
2-year-old boy dies after being critically injured in tragic Vallejo shooting
Police in Vallejo have confirmed detectives are investigating a shooting late Friday morning that left a two-year-old boy dead.
2 Santa Rosa teens arrested after tip about planned shooting at Montgomery High
Police in Santa Rosa on Friday confirmed the early morning arrests of two teenagers with an altered firearm after receiving a tip about a potential planned shooting on the Montgomery High campus.
Gold bars, cash-stuffed envelopes: New indictment of Sen. Menendez alleges vast corruption
Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey has been indicted, accused of using his foreign affairs influence to help Egypt in return for bribes from the authoritarian regime.
Stockton charter school employee arrested on suspicion of sex acts with minor
An employee at ABLE Charter Schools in Stockton was arrested Thursday on suspicion of sexual acts with a minor, the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office said.
Technology
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iPhone 15 demand beats expectations, as fans worldwide line up to buy
Consumers are snatching up the iPhone 15 as they look to swap their old devices for something newer and more powerful, analysts said.
Airbnb says it's cracking down on fake listings, has removed 59,000 this year
Airbnb says it's cracking down on fake listings, which are emerging as a major problem for customers of the short-term rental site.
Google sued for negligence after man drove off bridge while following map
The family of a North Carolina man who died after driving his car off a collapsed bridge while following Google Maps directions is suing the technology giant for negligence.
Santa Cruz County approves policy for use of AI among employees
Santa Cruz County employees will have ongoing guidance for the use of artificial intelligence on the job thanks to a new policy adopted by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday.
1st Native American woman to go to space inspires crowd in hometown of Petaluma
The first Native American woman in space, Nicole Mann spoke to a rapt crowd of fans in her hometown of Petaluma at the Petaluma Woman's Club Tuesday.
Health
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Paid to stay sober; Programs to reward people addicted to drugs for staying clean showing results
U.S. cities wanting to pay people with drug addiction to stay sober have scored a major victory by getting more funding for what is known as contingency management programs.
California sues anti-abortion organizations for unproven treatment to reverse medication abortions
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has sued an anti-abortion group and a chain of anti-abortion counseling centers, saying the organizations misled women when they offered them unproven treatments to reverse medication abortions.
SCC Health: Bacteria from fish didn't cause SJ woman's quadruple amputation
Health officials in Santa Clara County have cast doubts on reports that a bacterial infection blamed on fish eaten by a San Jose woman caused her to undergo a quadruple amputation.
San Mateo County latest to order healthcare workers wear masks between late fall - spring
Healthcare workers in San Mateo County will be required to wear masks between November and April, amid concerns about the increased spread of respiratory viruses such as COVID-19, flu and RSV during those months.
San Francisco health officials hope data on drug use will provide answers in fentanyl crisis
It is a problem across the Bay Area, but the fentanyl crisis is hitting San Francisco especially hard, with the city reporting August was one of its deadliest months for overdoses.
Politics
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Politics
Elon Musk says he'll donate funds to unseat S.F. supervisor
Elon Musk is going after a progressive San Francisco supervisor, vowing to get Dean Preston out of office. Sara Donchey reports. (9-22-23)
San Francisco hold contest to design new "I Voted" sticker for 2024 elections
As the 2024 election season looms, San Francisco is taking a creative approach to engaging more voters.
Federal judge again strikes down California high-capacity gun magazine ban
A federal judge has struck down a California law banning high-capacity gun magazines.
Gold bars, cash-stuffed envelopes: New indictment of Sen. Menendez alleges vast corruption
Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey has been indicted, accused of using his foreign affairs influence to help Egypt in return for bribes from the authoritarian regime.
US education chief considers new ways to discourage college admissions preference for kids of alumni
President Joe Biden's education chief says he's open to using "whatever levers" are available — including federal money — to discourage colleges from giving preference to the children of alumni and donors.
LGBTQ+
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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)
Exclusive: DoD to review cases of LGBTQ+ vets denied honorable discharges
The Pentagon plans to make it easier for LGBTQ+ veterans to retroactively obtain honorable discharges they may have been denied because of their sexuality.
Oakland celebrates LGBTQ+ community with Pride Festival
Oakland Pride returns to the East Bay city's streets as cheerful crowds fill several downtown blocks for the Sunday festival and parade.
Entertainment
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Raiders WR Davante Adams shows off new skills in heartfelt home renovation
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams is known for putting in the work on and off the field, but his latest exploits didn't involve catching footballs, instead using a paintbrush and a sledgehammer to help renovate a home for a very special fan.
Pacific Coast Fog Fest an opportunity for Pacifica businesses to reconnect with community
The 36th annual Pacific Coast Fog Fest begins Saturday, its second year back since the pandemic, at a critical time for small businesses that rely on major events to increase sales and keep them connected to the community.
Low and slow: Expressing Latino lowrider culture on two wheels
A San Francisco artist is carrying forward a decades-old tradition by expressing lowrider culture in custom-built bicycles.
An end in sight? Striking writers and Hollywood studios spend second full day in negotiations
Hollywood studios and striking screenwriters have spent a second full day in talks that could potentially put an end to the nearly five-month dispute that has brought many film and television productions to a halt.
More than 35,000 people register to vote after Taylor Swift post
A Taylor Swift Instagram post drove thousands of young people to register to vote this week.
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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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Oakland business owners set to 'strike' to protest rising crime
More than 200 Oakland businesses are prepared to go on "strike" next week in an effort to bring attention to how crime is hurting their bottom lines. Andrea Nakano reports. (9-22-23)
Elon Musk says he'll donate funds to unseat S.F. supervisor
Elon Musk is going after a progressive San Francisco supervisor, vowing to get Dean Preston out of office. Sara Donchey reports. (9-22-23)
UAW strike reaches Southern California factories
From Detroit to Ontario, 5,600 workers from the United Auto Workers union have walked off the production line to strike in 20 states. Tom Wait reports.
Oktoberfest celebrants enjoy food, family, friends and beer in Redwood City
Nothing says "the first day of fall" better than an Oktoberfest celebration and one of them is happening in Redwood City this weekend. Jocelyn Moran reports. (9-22-23)
California homeowners likely to see insurance premiums spike
Home insurance will likely go up across the state as the insurance commissioner announced new rules to regulate the industry. Da Lin reports. (9-22-23)
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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.
Inspired by her grandmother, woman helping single mothers in California
The nonprofit helps single mothers throughout California with necessities for their families.
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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.