Swimmer goes for gold at Paralympics after losing leg in shark attack
The Connecticut native and a friend were snorkeling off Turks and Caicos when a shark charged and bit Truwit's lower left leg.
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The Connecticut native and a friend were snorkeling off Turks and Caicos when a shark charged and bit Truwit's lower left leg.
Alain Delon was able to combine toughness with an appealing, vulnerable quality that made him one of France's memorable leading men.
Only two of those victories had been by single digits before the game against France.
A goal from forward Mallory Swanson in the 57th minute clinched the gold medal for Team USA.
Police have arrested a far-left activist in connection with arson attacks that hit France's high-speed rail network hours before the Olympic opening ceremony.
Organizers say an act during the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony featuring an LGBTQ+ icon flanked by drag artists did not depict "The Last Supper."
The ambitious opening ceremony of the Summer Games kicked off with a giant plume of blue, white and red smoke in the colors of the French national flag with the 2024 Parade of Nations from the Austerlitz Bridge.
France's high-speed rail network was hit by serious acts of criminal vandalism just hours before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, officials say.
LeBron James will be the third basketball player – and the first men's player – to carry the U.S. flag at the start of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Ian Cleary, 31, of Saratoga, California, was detained in April in the city of Metz in northeastern France after a three-year search.
The left and centrist political factions appear to be headed for key wins in France's elections on Sunday. Right-wing groups suffered a surprising defeat after their success in the first round of voting. Elaine Cobbe has the details.
French citizens are voting Sunday after centrist President Emmanuel Macron called for a snap election after his party was trounced by the far right in recent European elections — signaling once again the uncertainty about the change ahead.
France is America's oldest ally, and the two nations are in general agreement on some of the thorniest global issues of the moment, making President Biden's state visit to Paris Saturday an opportunity to reinforce the importance of their alliances. Ed O'Keefe reports from Paris.
President Biden had a beautiful and historic backdrop for his speech in France to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
In France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Allied forces' pivotal D-Day landings in Normandy, President Biden honors WWII troops who freed Europe from tyranny.
Three C-47 transport planes, a workhorse of World War II, dropped three long strings of jumpers, their round chutes mushrooming open in the blue skies with puffy white clouds.
From mariachi serenades to visits to local churches to shared meals, here's how people around the globe honor the family matriarch on Mother's Day.
Climate change means wine could soon have a higher alcohol content — but spoil faster and smell worse.
French lawmakers approved a bill that will enshrine a woman's right to an abortion in the French Constitution during a historic joint session of parliament.
"A whole family was killed," said the town's mayor. "It's an absolute horror."
After nearly being destroyed in a fire over four years ago, Notre Dame's new spire is being installed after the original collapsed in the 2019 blaze. Elaine Cobbe reports.
The attack took place close to the Eiffel Tower during a busy weekend night and came with the country on its highest alert against the background of the Israel-Hamas war.
Actor, singer and style icon Jane Birkin has died in France, a country she charmed with her English grace and accented French and made her home.
Amid the rioting, French President Emmanuel Macron postponed what would have been the first state visit to Germany by a French president in 23 years.
Sometime late Sunday afternoon on San Francisco Bay, one of the world's best sailing crews will spray each other with champagne and be handed a check for $1 million as the champion of SailGP's third season.
With the holiest days in Judaism approaching and nearly one year after the Hamas attack on Israel, Bay Area synagogues are on high alert.
Some evactions remained in place Friday evening after a fire broke out and scorched hundreds of acres north of Clear Lake in Lake County.
The college football world will have its sights on UC Berkeley this weekend, as the school plays host to "College GameDay" ahead of their first ACC home matchup against Miami.
A Bay Area man who overcame tremendous obstacles to excel in school has made it his mission to gear up other students for success in the classroom and in life.
The relentless heat wave baking the Bay Area and Northern California, originally expected to peak on Tuesday of this week, will last into the weekend, forecasters said Friday.
With the holiest days in Judaism approaching and nearly one year after the Hamas attack on Israel, Bay Area synagogues are on high alert.
Some evactions remained in place Friday evening after a fire broke out and scorched hundreds of acres north of Clear Lake in Lake County.
The college football world will have its sights on UC Berkeley this weekend, as the school plays host to "College GameDay" ahead of their first ACC home matchup against Miami.
A Bay Area man who overcame tremendous obstacles to excel in school has made it his mission to gear up other students for success in the classroom and in life.
The relentless heat wave baking the Bay Area and Northern California, originally expected to peak on Tuesday of this week, will last into the weekend, forecasters said Friday.
More than a dozen suspects have been arrested for alleged retail thefts at stores on Mission Street, San Francisco police announced Friday.
A suspect was arrested after allegedly firing shots toward plainclothes officers in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood on Thursday night, according to police.
Four leaders of the Nuestra Familia criminal syndicate were convicted of racketeering and related crimes in the Bay Area, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of California.
San Francisco's free annual celebration of music returns to Golden Gate Park as Hardly Strictly Bluegrass kicked off Friday afternoon. Find out the details you need to know about the beloved festival.
The dated Department of Motor Vehicles building at the edge of San Francisco's Panhandle is set to be renovated and transformed into a mixed-use building that will include hundreds of affordable homes, the Governor's Office announced Thursday.
With the holiest days in Judaism approaching and nearly one year after the Hamas attack on Israel, Bay Area synagogues are on high alert.
The college football world will have its sights on UC Berkeley this weekend, as the school plays host to "College GameDay" ahead of their first ACC home matchup against Miami.
A Bay Area man who overcame tremendous obstacles to excel in school has made it his mission to gear up other students for success in the classroom and in life.
A Bay Area testing ground for high-tech public transportation can be founded in the most unlikely of places: Walnut Creek's Rossmoor retirement community.
Police who responded Wednesday night to a report of a prowler behind a home in Antioch discovered the prowler wasn't human.
A woman sought in connection with an August shooting that injured two people in a Santa Cruz parking lot surrendered to police this week, authorities said Thursday.
Fashion designer Kristin Juszczyk, wife of San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk, joined a growing throng of admirers at a fashion event at Levi's Stadium Thursday featuring her one-of-a-kind NFL merchandise.
Stanford University researchers have developed a new solution to fight wildfires and protect homes.
A massage therapist was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a person during a session in San Jose, police said Thursday.
The San Jose State women's volleyball team this week had its fourth game canceled by opponents in an apparent protest against a player alleged to be transgender.
Some evactions remained in place Friday evening after a fire broke out and scorched hundreds of acres north of Clear Lake in Lake County.
A man who allegedly fatally shot two people in Napa last week before turning the gun on himself has died from his injuries, police said Friday.
Forward progress has been stopped on the Marina Fire burning near the community of Redwood Valley northeast of Ukiah on Thursday, according to the Mendocino County Sheriff's Office.
The Marin County Department of Health and Human Services this week released its 2024 point-in-time final report that found there were 1,090 people experiencing homelessness.
A 28-year-old man was arrested for allegedly starting a fire near a creek in Santa Rosa over the weekend, according to police.
The college football world will have its sights on UC Berkeley this weekend, as the school plays host to "College GameDay" ahead of their first ACC home matchup against Miami.
Athletics outfielder Brent Rooker underwent surgery on his right forearm after being bothered by an elbow issue that limited him to playing primarily designated hitter this season.
Fashion designer Kristin Juszczyk, wife of San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk, joined a growing throng of admirers at a fashion event at Levi's Stadium Thursday featuring her one-of-a-kind NFL merchandise.
Versatile running back Roger Craig and key member of the Steel Curtain defense L.C. Greenwood are among senior players who advanced to the next stage for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame class.
Cal takes the big stage for Saturday night's home showdown against No. 8 Miami that includes the first ever Berkeley visit for ESPN's popular "College GameDay."
More than a dozen suspects have been arrested for alleged retail thefts at stores on Mission Street, San Francisco police announced Friday.
A man who allegedly fatally shot two people in Napa last week before turning the gun on himself has died from his injuries, police said Friday.
A suspect was arrested after allegedly firing shots toward plainclothes officers in San Francisco's South of Market neighborhood on Thursday night, according to police.
Four leaders of the Nuestra Familia criminal syndicate were convicted of racketeering and related crimes in the Bay Area, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of California.
A woman sought in connection with an August shooting that injured two people in a Santa Cruz parking lot surrendered to police this week, authorities said Thursday.
Stanford University researchers have developed a new solution to fight wildfires and protect homes.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
The sidewalks were getting busier in downtown San Francisco this week as Salesforce employees returned to working in the office full time.
A Bay Area start-up is behind a testing procedure endorsed by social media influencers like Kim Kardashian that that is rapidly gaining popularity, despite warnings from leading medical experts of possible negative consequences.
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
Two dairy workers in California were infected with bird flu, the 15th and 16th human cases detected in the U.S. this year.
Flu vaccine effectiveness in South America was 35% against hospitalization.
A Bay Area start-up is behind a testing procedure endorsed by social media influencers like Kim Kardashian that that is rapidly gaining popularity, despite warnings from leading medical experts of possible negative consequences.
The FDA has until early 2026 to decide on the submission for a sunscreen ingredient branded as PARSOL Shield.
On Saturday, families came together for the second annual Walk for Alopecia in San Francisco.
With the holiest days in Judaism approaching and nearly one year after the Hamas attack on Israel, Bay Area synagogues are on high alert.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday that the state is awarding 18 communities with nearly $131 million to clear homeless encampments while also providing shelter and support.
Former President Barack Obama's first Harris campaign event will take place Oct. 10 in the Pittsburgh area.
The first alliance between two San Francisco mayoral candidates has formed as they look for any advantage they can get in the tight race for the city's top office.
Former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters was sentenced to 8-and-a-half years in prison and additional time to be served in the Mesa County Detention Center for a total of nine years incarceration on Thursday.
The latest installment of the "CBS Mornings" series, "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling" focuses on a Lutheran pastor who is trying to form an inclusive community by just being himself.
Thousands of transgender individuals are seeking asylum in the United States, fleeing countries where being themselves can mean persecution or even violence. A Bay Area organization is making it possible for them to find safety and acceptance.
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.
San Francisco's free annual celebration of music returns to Golden Gate Park as Hardly Strictly Bluegrass kicked off Friday afternoon. Find out the details you need to know about the beloved festival.
Celebrated French psychedelic power trio Slift comes back to San Francisco for the first time in two years, headlining the Great American Music Hall with fellow travelers Meatbodies Wednesday night.
The beloved Bay Area garage-rock celebration Bargain Rock returns to action this weekend, hosting three separate shows featuring the first local appearances of Japan's garage-surf heroes Jackie and the Cedrics in ages.
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 wildly varied music this weekend.
Frank Fritz starred for more than a decade on the History Channel program "American Pickers."
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.
Meteorologist and CBS News Bay Area's resident pilot Lt. Jessica Burch got a treat during Fleet Week, taking to the skies with one of the Blue Angels.
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.
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.
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
CBS News Bay Area evening headlines for Friday, Oct. 4, 2024. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
With the holiest days in Judaism approaching and nearly one year after the Hamas attack on Israel, Bay Area synagogues are on high alert. Itay Hod reports.
After caring for civilians in Gaza, a Bay Area doctor is headed to Lebanon to care for civilians as Israel ramps up strikes against Hezbollah. Kara St. Cyr reports.
As San Francisco struggles to fill up empty office buildings and storefronts in the wake of the pandemic, offices at the Ferry Building are fully leased. Max Darrow reports.
Introduced to the sport of rugby while at San Jose State, Aimee Ramos has gone on to play for Mexico’s national rugby team. Kevin Ko reports.
For nearly 50 years, a Vietnam veteran from San Francisco has served as a national champion for military veterans.
A beloved 88-year-old volunteer shows there's power in reading to children and her giving ways are an example for all ages.
At her home in San Jose, 91-year-old Terry Asquith looks back at how she's given the gift of life to at-risk babies. 50 years ago, she founded the nation's oldest nonprofit milk bank, Mothers' Milk Bank.
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.
A Bay Area man who overcame tremendous obstacles to excel in school has made it his mission to gear up other students for success in the classroom and in life.
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
Samir Hooker had to grow up fast after his stepfather was shot dead 12 years ago. Now he is watching over his mom and sister while attending UC Berkeley.
It's hard enough to graduate from one of the most prestigious schools in the country when you're the first in your family to go to college. Imagine doing that while you're also trying to protect your parents from being deported?
Some students who are the first in their families to go to college face the challenge of balancing a rigorous academic load while still working to help support their family back home.