Acampo neighborhood under evacuation as floodwaters spread
Some people living in a neighborhood in Acampo are under a mandatory evacuation order Monday, Jan. 16.
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Mosquito Fire remains at 76,788 acres with 90% containment, as of Sunday morning
The Placer County wildfire started September 6 and spread into neighboring El Dorado County, forcing evacuations
Mosquito Fire grows to state's largest; weekend storm could complicate firefight
A weekend weather system could hamper firefighters' efforts battling the week-old Mosquito Fire that's burned more than 66,000 acres, becoming the largest in the state so far this year.
Containment grows on Mosquito Fire in Sierra foothills; new fire breaks out near I-80
Madisen Keavy reports from the Sierra foothills as containment grows on the massive Mosquito Fire grows. Meanwhile, a new blaze called the Dutch Fire broke out near I-80 in Placer County on Tuesday. (9/13/22)
Mosquito Fire: Foresthill resident stays behind to check on elderly neighbor
The latest numbers show more than 48,000 acres have burned with containment at 10%.
Mosquito Fire grows to over 37,000 acres as crews continue battling blaze
Team coverage of growing Mosquito Fire burning in El Dorado and Placer counties (9-11-2022)
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Thousands killed as huge earthquake and aftershocks hit Turkey and Syria
Frantic search efforts were still underway in both countries, with an untold number of people still trapped in rubble.
Oakland NAACP and community leaders renew call for OPD Chief Armstrong reinstatement
Leaders of Oakland's Black community and others are maintaining their call for Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao to reinstate Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong whom she placed on administrative leave last month.
Vehicle hits, kills pedestrian in crosswalk in San Jose
A pedestrian in a crosswalk was killed in a vehicle crash in San Jose Monday morning.
Blustery, cold weekend storm adds to California's big snowpack
A blustery weekend storm added to California's big mountain snowpack, leaving icy conditions in the Sierra Nevada early Monday.
2 wounded in separate weekend stabbings in San Francisco
Two men were wounded in separate stabbings Sunday morning in San Francisco, police said Monday.
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Oakland NAACP and community leaders renew call for OPD Chief Armstrong reinstatement
Leaders of Oakland's Black community and others are maintaining their call for Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao to reinstate Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong whom she placed on administrative leave last month.
Vehicle hits, kills pedestrian in crosswalk in San Jose
A pedestrian in a crosswalk was killed in a vehicle crash in San Jose Monday morning.
Blustery, cold weekend storm adds to California's big snowpack
A blustery weekend storm added to California's big mountain snowpack, leaving icy conditions in the Sierra Nevada early Monday.
2 wounded in separate weekend stabbings in San Francisco
Two men were wounded in separate stabbings Sunday morning in San Francisco, police said Monday.
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.
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2 wounded in separate weekend stabbings in San Francisco
Two men were wounded in separate stabbings Sunday morning in San Francisco, police said Monday.
Peninsula firefighters rescue 3 people, including baby, trapped in rolled vehicle
San Mateo County firefighters rescued three people including an infant from rollover crash Sunday afternoon.
San Francisco Lunar New Year parade brings boost to Chinatown restaurants
Restaurants in San Francisco's Chinatown saw constant lines Saturday night, especially before and after the grand parade.
Hunt ends for mountain lion that attacked boy in San Mateo County
California wildlife officials have called off the search for a mountain lion that attacked a 5-year-old boy who was on a hiking trail in rural San Mateo County, saying there was little chance of capturing the animal.
Festive throng's spirits undampened in Chinatown for New Year parade
San Francisco's Chinese New Year parade went forward Saturday despite wet and rainy weather.
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Oakland NAACP and community leaders renew call for OPD Chief Armstrong reinstatement
Leaders of Oakland's Black community and others are maintaining their call for Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao to reinstate Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong whom she placed on administrative leave last month.
13 arrested, 30 survivors found in Contra Costa human trafficking bust
Authorities made 13 arrests and identified more than two dozen survivors of human trafficking following a recent bust in Contra Costa County, prosecutors said.
'I did nothing wrong!' OPD chief Armstrong demands to be reinstated
Oakland police chief LeRonne Armstrong says a recently released report clears him from claims that he mishandled officer misconduct cases.
Contra Costa DA: 2021 fatal San Pablo Police shooting was justified
The Contra Costa District Attorney's Office said Friday it determined San Pablo police were legally justified in shooting and killing a 45-year-old man who appeared to be holding a handgun during a traffic stop in 2021.
1 dead, another wounded in Sunday afternoon Oakland shooting
A shooting on East 18th Street in Oakland Sunday afternoon left one person dead and another injured, according to police.
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Vehicle hits, kills pedestrian in crosswalk in San Jose
A pedestrian in a crosswalk was killed in a vehicle crash in San Jose Monday morning.
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.
Justin Rose wins weather-delayed Pebble Beach Pro-Am; ends 4-year drought
Justin Rose took all the drama out of a long week with three quick birdies that sent him to a three-shot victory Monday in the wind-delayed AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, ending four years without winning and making him eligible for the Masters.
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.
Man shot at San Jose residence Friday dies from injuries
Police in San Jose are investigating the city's third homicide of the year after a man who was shot at a home Friday died from their injuries Saturday afternoon.
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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.
Missing kayaker found dead in Tomales Bay
A kayaker who went missing this week after entering Tomales Bay in Marin County has been found dead by a search crew, authorities said Thursday.
Auto burglary suspect arrested after chase on Highway 80 in Fairfield
A burglary suspect in Fairfield led police and California Highway Patrol officers on Interstate Highway 80 before being arrested, police announced Thursday.
COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Rohnert Park, Roseland closing by end of month
Sonoma County officials announced Thursday that the COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Rohnert Park and Roseland will close by the end of the month.
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Justin Rose wins weather-delayed Pebble Beach Pro-Am; ends 4-year drought
Justin Rose took all the drama out of a long week with three quick birdies that sent him to a three-shot victory Monday in the wind-delayed AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, ending four years without winning and making him eligible for the Masters.
Update: Warriors star Stephen Curry out indefinitely with partial ligament and membrane tears
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry will be out indefinitely after an injury Saturday tore ligaments and membranes in his left leg, according to the team.
Aaron Rodgers takes pro-am at Pebble as Rose grabs 54-hole lead
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers finally gets his name on the Wall of Champions behind the first tee at Pebble Beach, joining a long list that includes Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer.
Curry injures left leg leading Warriors over Mavs 119-113
The Warriors defeated Dallas 119-113 on Saturday night and the undermanned Mavericks team missing injured star Luka Doncic.
Watch Live: Watch Live: HBCU showdown between Grambling State at Alabama State
Grambling State Tigers will take on Alabama State Saturday.
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2 wounded in separate weekend stabbings in San Francisco
Two men were wounded in separate stabbings Sunday morning in San Francisco, police said Monday.
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.
13 arrested, 30 survivors found in Contra Costa human trafficking bust
Authorities made 13 arrests and identified more than two dozen survivors of human trafficking following a recent bust in Contra Costa County, prosecutors said.
'I did nothing wrong!' OPD chief Armstrong demands to be reinstated
Oakland police chief LeRonne Armstrong says a recently released report clears him from claims that he mishandled officer misconduct cases.
Contra Costa DA: 2021 fatal San Pablo Police shooting was justified
The Contra Costa District Attorney's Office said Friday it determined San Pablo police were legally justified in shooting and killing a 45-year-old man who appeared to be holding a handgun during a traffic stop in 2021.
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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.
A first-generation iPhone is expected to go for $50,000 at auction
The 2007 phone, which is still sealed and in its box, was likely bought for $499 to $599.
Apple suffers 1st quarterly sales decline in nearly 4 years
Apple on Thursday posted its first quarterly revenue drop in nearly four years after pandemic-driven restrictions on its China factories curtailed sales of the latest iPhone during the holiday season.
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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.
Santa Clara County to close mass COVID-19 vaccination, testing sites in late February
Santa Clara County will close its mass COVID-19 vaccination and testing sites by the end of the month as they are no longer essential to the county's pandemic response, county officials said Wednesday.
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Suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down off South Carolina coast
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said President Biden authorized the operation to shoot down the balloon.
Over 30 projects approved for funding in Tenderloin improvement plan
Over 30 community projects dedicated to bettering the lives of Tenderloin community members were awarded city funding, announced San Francisco Mayor London Breed on Wednesday.
DNC passes new primary calendar making S.C. first and booting Iowa
New Hampshire's place in the process is still an open question, after state Democrats say they could skip the line.
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.
Mass shooting throws spotlight on California farmworker living conditions
A Half Moon Bay Farmworker Advocate will attend President Joe Biden's State of the Union Address next week.
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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.
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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.
Taylor Swift fans, and Congress, take on Ticketmaster
Disappointed Swifties have filed a lawsuit against the ticket seller and its parent company, Live Nation Entertainment, who control 70% of the market, while Congress and the Justice Dept. are looking into their business.
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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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Thousands killed by powerful earthquake and aftershocks at boarder of Turkey and Syria
Tina Kraus reports on the devastation caused by powerful quake and aftershocks that struck Turkey (2-6-2023)
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
White House to end emergency COVID declarations in May
Stanford Infectious Disease specialist Dean Winslow says once the declarations end the price of COVID vaccines will rise dramatically.
Warriors: Update on injury to Warriors star Steph Curry
Curry will be sidelined by his latest injury for several weeks.
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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.