Santa Rosa man arrested for fires sparked by illegal fireworks
A Santa Rosa man was arrested Monday following a series of fires last week that police said were sparked by illegal fireworks.
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A Santa Rosa man was arrested Monday following a series of fires last week that police said were sparked by illegal fireworks.
Berkeley police issued a warning about the dangers of illegal fireworks after a child suffered a severe injury in a fireworks mishap on July 4. Jose Martinez reports. (7-5-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Berkeley police issued another warning about the dangers of illegal fireworks after a child suffered a severe injury in a fireworks mishap on July 4.
Hot temperatures and dry brush proved too much for even a professional July Fourth fireworks show in the South Bay Thursday night after a mishap sparked several small fires.
An approved fireworks show set fire to dry grass above San Jose's Lake Cunningham. It was just one of many pyrotechnics-sparked blazes on July 4. Devin Fehely reports. (7-5-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Santa Rosa fire crews put out a residential blaze triggered by illegal fireworks on Independence Day, according to fire officials.
Contra Costa Fire officials were able to knock down a grass fire that started late Thursday evening after the fire forced evacuations for residents on Lotus St., authorities said.
All around the Bay Area Thursday night, crews chased down numerous fires caused by countless illegal fireworks shows. Andrea Nakano and Sara Donchey report. (7-4-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Incoming fog streaming through the Golden Gate Thursday night didn't obscure the fireworks show from KPIX cameras. (7-4-24)
Despite the record temperatures that Bay Area residents have been sweltering in all week, the heat was not enough to keep Karl the Fog from making his nearly annual July 4th visit to at least partially obscure San Francisco's fireworks show.
It was a busy final day of sales for fireworks stands in Dublin as people flocked to the tents to grab some last-minute items.
With bone-dry conditions across most of the Bay Area, the fear of wildfires is especially high as near-record heat coincides with legal and illegal fireworks shows. Kelsi Thorud reports. (7-4-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Fireworks can make dogs feel anxious and scared. Veterinarians from around the country explain why and share advice for protecting your pets and keeping them calm on the Fourth of July.
An Oakland entrepreneur is taking his small business to new heights and capitalizing on the increasing popularity of drone light shows as an alternative to fireworks displays.
Ryan Yamamoto reports on Bay Area companies developing drone light shows that provide a safer option for the July 4th holiday.
Captain Jonathan Baxter with the San Francisco Fire Department joins to discuss how the team is preparing for the Fourth of July and battling the heat. (07-02-2024) Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
The Alameda County Fire Department on Monday demonstrated just how fast fireworks can spark grass fires, warning East Bay residents of the dangers presented by the coming holiday heatwave.
Wilson Walker reports on Alameda County fire authorities preparing for raised fire threat during July 4th week heat wave.
Santa Clara County fire crews are reminding residents that fireworks, even Safe and Sane ones, are illegal in the county.
Santa Clara County fire crews are reminding residents that fireworks, even "safe and sane" ones, are illegal in the county. Max Darrow reports. (6-30-24)
Police in San Mateo said they seized 140 pounds of illegal fireworks along with drugs after responding to a domestic disturbance over the weekend.
Authorities in San Mateo County are planning three fireworks buyback events across the Peninsula ahead of the July 4 holiday, where residents can turn in illegal fireworks, no questions asked.
A man and two teenage boys were arrested last week for a December assault and robbery in San Mateo, an arrest that also turned up a cache of illegal fireworks, police announced Monday.
A man who died after suffering firework-related injuries on Treasure Island on New Year's Day has been identified as Marciano Gordon, 18, from San Francisco.
A person died after suffering fireworks-related injuries on San Francisco's Treasure Island early Monday morning. (1-1-24)
Three American citizens, two Spaniards and a Czech citizen have been detained in Venezuela on suspicion of plotting to destabilize the country through "violent actions."
The 49ers placed Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve because of his lingering calf and Achilles tendon injuries.
Two eastbound and two westbound lanes of Interstate 80 in San Francisco will be closed nightly for repairs starting Monday, Caltrans announced.
Members of the alternative band Jane's Addiction were seen fighting onstage at their show in Boston Friday night.
Aysenur Eygi, a Turkish-American activist who was likely killed by Israeli forces in the West Bank, was buried on Saturday.
Two eastbound and two westbound lanes of Interstate 80 in San Francisco will be closed nightly for repairs starting Monday, Caltrans announced.
Members of the alternative band Jane's Addiction were seen fighting onstage at their show in Boston Friday night.
A man climbed into a parked vehicle and touched his exposed penis while holding a knife against a 7-year-old boy in Palo Alto early Friday, police said.
Residents, housing advocates and a developer are battling over a first-of-its kind development in the downtown historic district of Sausalito.
Bay Area supporters proudly waved flags as they hoped to greet former President Donald Trump as he passed through the Peninsula for a Friday evening fundraiser that also drew a crowd of detractors.
Two eastbound and two westbound lanes of Interstate 80 in San Francisco will be closed nightly for repairs starting Monday, Caltrans announced.
A man climbed into a parked vehicle and touched his exposed penis while holding a knife against a 7-year-old boy in Palo Alto early Friday, police said.
Bay Area supporters proudly waved flags as they hoped to greet former President Donald Trump as he passed through the Peninsula for a Friday evening fundraiser that also drew a crowd of detractors.
A police shooting of an allegedly armed man at the Powell Street BART station in San Francisco Friday morning closed the station for almost two hours, authorities said.
A kerfuffle involving the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office and its rank-and-file deputies intensified this week when Sheriff Christina Corpus and the county Board of Supervisors released separate statements about the spat.
Orinda Police and the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office identified a man who was shot and killed on Thursday following an incident involving two drivers.
BART service has stopped between the Hayward and Fremont stations in the East Bay on Friday afternoon because of an equipment problem on the tracks.
Two suspects were arrested in connection with a sideshow in Oakland early Friday morning after a car chase that ended in a crash.
A woman suspected in the 2023 fatal stabbing of a man inside his home in Pleasanton was arrested, authorities said Friday.
The 20-year-old wrestler who won gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics is set to celebrate her victory in her hometown of Walnut Creek.
A strategy to cool the planet using stratospheric aerosol injection is being tested in the field by a pair of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs.
Business owners in a Vietnamese American neighborhood in San Jose are voicing support for Proposition 36 in hopes it will relieve rampant retail theft at their businesses.
Nine-year-old Ameya Desai was at Williams Elementary School, when she heard some of her friends and classmates talking about wars and conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
A pedestrian was killed early Thursday morning on northbound U.S. Highway 101 in San Jose, according to the California Highway Patrol.
A Central Valley man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a deadly shooting in East San Jose late last month.
Residents, housing advocates and a developer are battling over a first-of-its kind development in the downtown historic district of Sausalito.
Authorities arrested a Marin County teen for allegedly threatening school violence, prompting the cancellation of classes for an entire school district Friday.
Threats of violence against two Petaluma schools posted on social media on Wednesday resulted in the arrest of a 14-year-old, authorities said Thursday.
Ukiah police this week arrested a man they say has a history of harassing women and violating parole hours after his release from jail when he allegedly accosted two teenage girls and got into their vehicle.
American Canyon police said witnesses told them people inside two vehicles exchanged gunfire Monday night.
The 49ers placed Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve because of his lingering calf and Achilles tendon injuries.
Dylan Cease struck out 10 in six shutout innings and the Padres beat the Giants 5-0 on Friday night.
The Oakland A's handed the White Sox their 16th consecutive home loss with a 2-0 victory on Friday night.
The San Francisco 49ers announced that star running back Christian McCaffrey, who missed the season opener because of injuries, will also miss the Week 2 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday and could miss additional time.
The 20-year-old wrestler who won gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics is set to celebrate her victory in her hometown of Walnut Creek.
A man climbed into a parked vehicle and touched his exposed penis while holding a knife against a 7-year-old boy in Palo Alto early Friday, police said.
Authorities arrested a Marin County teen for allegedly threatening school violence, prompting the cancellation of classes for an entire school district Friday.
Orinda Police and the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office identified a man who was shot and killed on Thursday following an incident involving two drivers.
A police shooting of an allegedly armed man at the Powell Street BART station in San Francisco Friday morning closed the station for almost two hours, authorities said.
A kerfuffle involving the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office and its rank-and-file deputies intensified this week when Sheriff Christina Corpus and the county Board of Supervisors released separate statements about the spat.
Ride-hailing leader Uber on Friday announced it will dispatch robotaxis built by driverless technology pioneer Waymo beginning next year in Austin, Texas, and Atlanta in a deal that deepens the bond between once-bitter rivals.
In a $115 million settlement, while admitting no wrongdoing, tech behemoth Oracle has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit over allegations it tracked consumer activity both on and offline.
Tech giant's latest AirPods will soon function as hearing aids for people with mild to moderate hearing loss.
A strategy to cool the planet using stratospheric aerosol injection is being tested in the field by a pair of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs.
More than 20,000 users of Microsoft 365 tools alone reported issues accessing systems on Thursday morning in apparent software outage.
San Francisco voters will be asked to consider two separate bond measures in the upcoming November election, one for schools and another for investments in medical facilities and public spaces.
Drug overdose deaths from opioids such as heroin and fentanyl have fallen from a peak in 2023.
Experts, law enforcement and children's advocates say companies like Snap, TikTok and Meta are not doing enough to keep children safe.
A third of the cinnamon powders and spice mixtures tested yielded alarming results, advocacy group's study finds.
Artificial intelligence is already making its way into hospitals, where doctors say it could be a game changer impacting everything from diagnostics to treatment to research.
Bay Area supporters proudly waved flags as they hoped to greet former President Donald Trump as he passed through the Peninsula for a Friday evening fundraiser that also drew a crowd of detractors.
Government figures show it now costs more than $300,000 to raise a child from birth to age 18.
Trump told reporters,"We're going to have the largest deportation in the history of our country," starting with Ohio and Colorado — "Springfield and Aurora," he said.
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San Francisco voters will be asked to consider two separate bond measures in the upcoming November election, one for schools and another for investments in medical facilities and public spaces.
This Sunday, downtown Oakland will come alive with color, music, and celebration as big crowds gather for the 14th Annual Oakland Pride Parade and Festival.
The Riot Party held at Kapwa Gardens was a powerful reminder of the progress made in the fight for LGBTQ rights and the work that remains.
Oakland native Shay Franco-Clausen arrived at the Democratic National Convention hoping to witness history with fellow Oakland native Kamala Harris officially accepting the party’s nomination to run for President. Ryan Yamamoto reports.
In the heart of San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, one figure stands out as a beacon of resilience and a living testament to the community's transformation.
As if it were just another day at work, San Francisco Fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson spoke to city leaders and colleagues who had gathered to celebrate her retirement at the city's fire department headquarters Wednesday.
Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty Friday to driving while ability impaired on Long Island. He spoke to reporters after the plea, saying he made a mistake, and urged people not to get behind the wheel if they had even one drink.
The Balboa Theater celebrates the art and cinema of surfing this weekend with the inaugural Ocean Beach Surf Film Festival starting Friday night.
Francis Ford Coppola sued Variety, saying a story that claimed he ran an unprofessional set and tried to kiss female extras was false and libelous.
Influential New York City funk group ESG makes a welcome return to San Francisco Friday night, performing with openers Mild Universe and DJ Paul Costuros at the Great American Music Hall.
In her speech for video of the year at the 2024 VMAs, Taylor Swift talked about her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce. "Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic."
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
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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.
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Fashion designers are showcasing their upcoming collections at New York Fashion Week. But beyond the runway, there's a growing awareness of "deadstock," which are unsold items and the materials used to create them. Here's the impact the that deadstock is having on the fashion industry.
Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while ability impaired on Friday. It's a lesser offense than the driving under intoxication charge he faced after being arrested this summer. As part of the plea, Timberlake agreed to make a public service announcement, which he did immediately after leaving court.
Thousands of illegal marijuana plants were seized in a two-day operation in South Sacramento County this week, the result of drug-cartel operations, according to the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office.
The only therapeutic pool of its kind on the Peninsula is back open again, thanks in large part to one local woman who dived in to save it.
A local shop owner who some call the Mayor of the Broadway business district in Burlingame has long been the go-to person when area merchants have a problem.
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A San Mateo man who serves formerly unhoused military veterans is expanding his mission to reach more of the county's 24,000 veterans.
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