Excelsior District barber provides free haircuts ahead of first day of school in SF
Max Darrow reports on a barber in San Francisco's Excelsior District giving free haircuts to young students before they go back to school (8-14-2023)
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Man faces 15 years to life for sexually assaulting woman in her Excelsior home
A San Francisco jury last week found a 37-year-old man guilty of violently sexually assaulting a woman in her Excelsior home, San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins said Monday.
Raw Video: Scene of fatal house fire in San Francisco's Excelsior
An elderly woman has died and her adult son was displaced following a fire at their Excelsior District home Thursday night. (12/30/22)
Man Fatally Shot In San Francisco's Excelsior Identified As 31-Year-Old; Teen Arrested In Case
A man fatally gunned down in San Francisco's Excelsior District on Friday evening has been identified.
'They Didn't Care' - Camera Captures San Francisco Excelsior Hit-&-Run, Passersby Ignoring Injured Victim
Last week, a pedestrian was hit by a car in San Francisco's Excelsior District. While he survived, what surveillance cameras captured of the incident has shaken people's faith in humanity.
San Francisco Police Seek Suspects in Excelsior District Assault; Victim Critical
Police in San Francisco are investigating an attack in the city's Excelsior District that left a man hospitalized in critical condition on Thursday afternoon, authorities said.
Shooting in San Francisco's Excelsior District Sends 34YO to Hospital
A shooting in the city's Excelsior District Monday night sent a 34-year-old to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, police said.
SF Crews Extinguish House Fire Started by Discarded Barbecue Embers
Crews responded Saturday afternoon to a one-alarm fire in San Francisco's Excelsior District that was started by discarded barbecue coals, SFFD officials said.
Prosecutors: Teen Killed While Filming Street Fight In San Francisco's Excelsior
Prosecutors say a man now charged with murder fatally stabbed a 16-year-old boy in the neck as the teen was filming a street fight Saturday night in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood.
Classes Resume At Balboa High School Day After Gunfire Incident
Classes resumed Friday morning at Balboa High School in San Francisco a day after a gun went off inside a classroom Thursday.
Lockdown At San Francisco's Balboa High Lifted, 4 Suspects Detained
The lockdown at Balboa High School and three other nearby schools in San Francisco has been lifted and four suspects detained following an incident where a gun was found on campus, according to authorities.
Landlord, City Settle Lawsuit Over Illegal Housing In Excelsior Laundromat
City Attorney Dennis Herrera has reached a $620,000 settlement in a civil suit against a property owner and master tenant associated with substandard housing found in the basement of an Excelsior District laundromat.
Teen Thrown From Car Spinning Donuts In San Francisco's Excelsior
A terrifying tumble was caught on camera Wednesday as a passenger went flying out of a car as it spins donuts in San Francisco's Excelsior District.
San Francisco Sues Landlord Over Illegal 'Dungeon' Housing In Basement
The city discovered the unsafe conditions in the building on Christmas Day last year, when the fire department responded to a non-fire emergency call.
Plaque Honoring Jerry Garcia Unveiled Near Childhood Home
A plaque honoring Grateful Dead frontman Jerry Garcia now sits not far from his first childhood home in San Francisco.
SF Police Seek Man For Questioning In Excelsior District Homicide Case
Police are asking for the public's help to identify a man wanted for questioning in connection with a homicide that occurred Sunday morning in San Francisco.
4 Teens Shot In Front Of San Francisco High School, 1 Critical
A shooting in front of the campus for two San Francisco schools in the Excelsior District Tuesday afternoon left four teen students injured with one in critical condition, according to police.
Man Found Shot Dead In San Francisco's Excelsior District
A man was shot and killed in San Francisco's Excelsior District early Saturday morning.
Woman Accused Of Crashing Into San Francisco Bank Suspected Of DUI, Remains Hospitalized
The woman suspected of DUI and crashing into a bank in San Francisco's Outer Mission neighborhood Tuesday morning remains in the hospital Wednesday with serious head injuries, police said.
Car Crashes Into Bank In San Francisco's Outer Mission Neighborhood
A car crashed into a bank on Mission Street in San Francisco's Excelsior District on Tuesday morning, a fire department dispatcher said.
San Francisco Internet Cafe Accused Of Illegal Gambling To Shut Down
Owners of an Internet cafe in San Francisco's Excelsior District reached a settlement on Thursday in a lawsuit filed by the city's attorney that called for the end of allegedly illegal gambling and other criminal activity at the site.
Gunman Sought In Fatal San Francisco Excelsior District Shooting
A male victim was fatally shot in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Man Critically Hurt In San Francisco Excelsior Drive-By Shooting
A male victim was critically injured in a drive-by shooting in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood on Tuesday night, a police spokesman said Tuesday.
'Suspicious' House Fire In SF Excelsior District Injures Two
Firefighters put out a blaze at a home in San Francisco's Excelsior District that sent two people to the hospital early Monday morning.
San Francisco Excelsior District Fire Victims Difficult To Identify
It could take weeks to identify the two elderly men who died in a fire at a debris-filled home in San Francisco's Excelsior District last Friday, according to the medical examiner's office.
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Morgan State University shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
Fleet Week gives parents chance to see son play with 1st Marine Division Brass Band
The 1st Marine Division Brass Band performed at Noe Valley Town Square on Tuesday night – And it was extra special for one marine.
Alameda police arrest suspect on suspicion of robbing bank
Police in Alameda on Tuesday arrested a person on suspicion of robbing a bank.
San Mateo-based company Skydio's drones helping US service members survey terrain
San Mateo-based drone company Skydio's technology is already being put to use by U.S. service members.
Cruise robotaxi runs over hit-and-run victim in San Francisco, sparking renewed criticism
A serious crash has once again put self-driving cars under scrutiny in San Francisco after a Monday night incident left a female pedestrian in grave condition.
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Morgan State University shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
Fleet Week gives parents chance to see son play with 1st Marine Division Brass Band
The 1st Marine Division Brass Band performed at Noe Valley Town Square on Tuesday night – And it was extra special for one marine.
Alameda police arrest suspect on suspicion of robbing bank
Police in Alameda on Tuesday arrested a person on suspicion of robbing a bank.
San Mateo-based company Skydio's drones helping US service members survey terrain
San Mateo-based drone company Skydio's technology is already being put to use by U.S. service members.
Cruise robotaxi runs over hit-and-run victim in San Francisco, sparking renewed criticism
A serious crash has once again put self-driving cars under scrutiny in San Francisco after a Monday night incident left a female pedestrian in grave condition.
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Fleet Week gives parents chance to see son play with 1st Marine Division Brass Band
The 1st Marine Division Brass Band performed at Noe Valley Town Square on Tuesday night – And it was extra special for one marine.
Cruise robotaxi runs over hit-and-run victim in San Francisco, sparking renewed criticism
A serious crash has once again put self-driving cars under scrutiny in San Francisco after a Monday night incident left a female pedestrian in grave condition.
Search and rescue K9 shows familial bond with handler during Fleet Week disaster training
Emergency preparedness partners have descended upon San Francisco as Fleet Week presents a unique opportunity for disaster training, and that includes specialized K9 search and rescue units.
President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris among scheduled speakers at Feinstein memorial
The memorial service for the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein being held at San Francisco City Hall Thursday afternoon will feature speakers including Vice President Kamala Harris, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and a recorded message from President Joe Biden.
Starbucks closing 7 locations in San Francisco
Starbucks will close seven locations in San Francisco as the company says it is looking to adjust its portfolio of stores in the city.
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MLB committee on possible A's move to meet this week, declines to comment on progress
Mark Attanasio, who chairs the Major League Baseball committee regarding the Oakland Athletics' move to Las Vegas, said Tuesday that the group met a couple of days ago and will meet again later this week.
Police arrest 70-year-old man as suspect in stabbing near Concord BART station
One person is in custody after a reported stabbing in front of the Concord BART station on Monday night, a spokesperson for the agency said.
Walnut Creek police foil attempted smash-and-grab at Broadway Plaza Louis Vuitton store
Police in Walnut Creek halted an attempted smash-and-grab burglary in process at the Louis Vuitton store in Broadway Plaza early Tuesday morning as suspects rammed a stolen Land Rover into the front of the business.
Alamo man pleads guilty to violating Iran sanctions, tax evasion
An Alamo man has pleaded guilty to charges of violating sanctions by exporting software upgrades for commercial-grade telecommunications servers to the Islamic Republic of Iran and for tax evasion.
4 more racehorses die at Golden Gate Fields within span of two weeks
Four racehorses have died over the past two weeks at Golden Gate Fields in Berkeley, prompting activists to call for the East Bay racetrack to shutter immediately.
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San Mateo-based company Skydio's drones helping US service members survey terrain
San Mateo-based drone company Skydio's technology is already being put to use by U.S. service members.
San Jose home daycare drownings leave 1st responders reeling; 'All of us are in shock'
Police in San Jose gave an update Tuesday in the investigation into a drowning that killed two children at a residential daycare facility Monday morning.
Bay Area teen's love for baking shines through in business, competition win
Naiel Chaudry is just 14 years old but has already accomplished something many bakers work a lifetime for.
2 children drown in pool at South San Jose home daycare
Two children drowned and one child was rescued after falling into a swimming pool at a residential daycare in South San Jose Monday morning.
San Jose declares homelessness crisis; Mayor seeks to fast-track interim shelter construction
San Jose leaders on Monday officially declared homelessness in the city a crisis in order to quickly move forward with the processes of shifting people from encampments into interim housing.
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Santa rosa man arrested 2nd time in 3 weeks on suspicion of drunken driving
A Santa Rosa man was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after his car ended up on its side Monday night.
Redwood City police investigating armed robbery of gas station
Police in Redwood City are searching for two suspects who held up a gas station Monday night.
Soaring to new heights: Why airlines are courting women pilots
As airlines face unprecedented staffing shortages, there's been a push to recruit more female pilots.
Search continues for swimmer who may have been attacked by shark off Point Reyes
Authorities in Marin County on Monday resumed their search for a swimmer who went missing after a reported shark attack off the southern end of Point Reyes Sunday morning.
Crews search for swimmer following shark attack off Point Reyes in Marin County
Authorities said Sunday a person is missing after a reported shark attack off the Marin County coast.
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MLB committee on possible A's move to meet this week, declines to comment on progress
Mark Attanasio, who chairs the Major League Baseball committee regarding the Oakland Athletics' move to Las Vegas, said Tuesday that the group met a couple of days ago and will meet again later this week.
Farhan Zaidi: Giants to begin managerial search with internal candidates
The San Francisco Giants hope to begin interviewing internal managerial candidates this week as they seek to replace Gabe Kapler, who was fired last Friday with three games left in a second straight losing season.
Warriors star Klay Thompson open to playing for the Bahamas in 2024 Olympics
Warriors star Klay Thompson would seriously consider playing for his father's native country of the Bahamas in the Paris Olympics next year.
Bob Melvin appears safe with Padres as Giants seek new manager
Manager Bob Melvin's job appears to be safe with the underwhelming San Diego Padres after owner Peter Seidler said in a statement Monday morning that the current leadership team "continues to have my full support."
Warriors forward Draymond Green sidelined for start of training camp with sprained ankle
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green has a sprained left ankle that will sideline him for at least the first two weeks of training camp.
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Morgan State University shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
Alameda police arrest suspect on suspicion of robbing bank
Police in Alameda on Tuesday arrested a person on suspicion of robbing a bank.
Cruise robotaxi runs over hit-and-run victim in San Francisco, sparking renewed criticism
A serious crash has once again put self-driving cars under scrutiny in San Francisco after a Monday night incident left a female pedestrian in grave condition.
Santa rosa man arrested 2nd time in 3 weeks on suspicion of drunken driving
A Santa Rosa man was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after his car ended up on its side Monday night.
San Jose home daycare drownings leave 1st responders reeling; 'All of us are in shock'
Police in San Jose gave an update Tuesday in the investigation into a drowning that killed two children at a residential daycare facility Monday morning.
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San Mateo-based company Skydio's drones helping US service members survey terrain
San Mateo-based drone company Skydio's technology is already being put to use by U.S. service members.
Cruise robotaxi runs over hit-and-run victim in San Francisco, sparking renewed criticism
A serious crash has once again put self-driving cars under scrutiny in San Francisco after a Monday night incident left a female pedestrian in grave condition.
Google wants to make your email inbox "less spammy." Here's how.
Search giant is taking action to deter bulk senders of email messages, including fraudsters.
FBI San Francisco office warns of "Phantom Hacker" scam targeting older adults
The FBI's San Francisco office warned the public on Tuesday against a new scam called "The Phantom Hacker" that targets older adults.
Elon Musk facing defamation lawsuit over posts that falsely identified man in protest
A California man who says he was harassed after Elon Musk amplified social media posts that made false claims about him is suing the billionaire.
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Mental health Care Court launches in San Francisco, 6 other counties
Starting Monday, family members, behavioral health providers and first responders with a history of engagement with individuals struggling with untreated mental illness, may begin using a new program for government assistance called Care Court.
Genetic factor could provide protection against Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease
A study led by Stanford Medicine found that a single genetic factor could provide some people with a level of protection against Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease. CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks to Emmanuel Mignot, PhD, Professor of Sleep Medicine at Stanford and one of the study's senior authors, about how that single genetic factor could work to serve as protection, and if this means there could be some sort of link between Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
2 Bay Area unions vote to join Kaiser workers in planned Oct. strike
Two Bay Area labor unions representing scientists, engineers, health care and office workers have approved a sympathy strike to join Kaiser Permanente workers' strike Oct. 4-6
Kaiser Permanente workers launch massive strike over staffing and pay
The walkout by Kaiser Permanente nurses, orderlies and other workers represents the biggest health care strike in U.S. history.
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.
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President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris among scheduled speakers at Feinstein memorial
The memorial service for the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein being held at San Francisco City Hall Thursday afternoon will feature speakers including Vice President Kamala Harris, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and a recorded message from President Joe Biden.
How to watch San Francisco memorial service for Sen. Dianne Feinstein
CBS News Bay Area will be carrying the memorial service for late Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the steps of San Francisco's City Hall on Thursday afternoon.
Kevin McCarthy removed as House speaker in historic vote
"The office of speaker of the House of the United States House of Representatives is hereby declared vacant," said Rep. Steve Womack, who was presiding over the chamber.
Butler sworn in to replace late California Sen. Feinstein, third Black female senator in US history
Former union leader and Democratic insider Laphonza Butler has been sworn in as the newest member of the U.S. Senate, replacing California Sen. Dianne Feinstein after her death and becoming only the third Black female senator in history.
Alamo man pleads guilty to violating Iran sanctions, tax evasion
An Alamo man has pleaded guilty to charges of violating sanctions by exporting software upgrades for commercial-grade telecommunications servers to the Islamic Republic of Iran and for tax evasion.
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Laphonza Butler, Newsom's Feinstein replacement, to make LGBT history
Laphonza Butler will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Former KPIX reporter Hank Plante reflects on Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
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.
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A Beyoncé "Renaissance" film is hitting theaters, and tickets are on sale
A concert film covering Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour is due out in U.S. movie theaters Dec. 1. Tickets are on sale now.
Guide to San Francisco Fleet Week 2023
Fleet Week gets underway in San Francisco beginning Oct. 2 with events all across the city, highlighted by the Parade of Ships under the Golden Gate Bridge and culminating in the signature weekend airshows over the SF Bay waterfront featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.
Famed ballerina Misty Copeland spotlights Oakland, social issues in new film
Acclaimed ballerina Misty Copeland has gone from the stage to the big screen with her new short film "Flower" set in Oakland.
Greek stoner-rock band 1000mods headlines Bottom of the Hill
Touring Greek stoner rock band 1000mods returns to the Bay Area when the band headlines the Bottom of the Hill Thursday night.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
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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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El Sobrante man set on fire during shoplifting confrontation on road to recovery
Betty Yu gives an update on an El Sobrante man who was set on fire during a confrontation with a shoplifter.
Fleet Week gives San Francisco community chance to watch 1st Marine Division Brass Band
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USS John P. Murtha set to assist NASA for Artemis II moon mission
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San Mateo company hopes it drones could be of use to US law enforcement
Lauren Toms reports on a San Mateo company that has been supplying drones to US service members.
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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.