The science behind NASA's "smiling" sun
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Families with autistic children enjoy 'calm' Halloween-eve party in Sunnyvale
For children with autism, trick-or-treat excitement can be too much so, on Sunday, autism families got a chance to celebrate in a much calmer setting. John Ramos reports. (10-30-22)
Families with autistic children enjoy 'calm' Halloween party in Sunnyvale
For children with autism, trick-or-treat excitement can be too much so, on Sunday, autism families got a chance to celebrate in a much calmer setting.
Health officials remind residents to keep cannabis candies away from children on Halloween
As Halloween festivities kick off in full swing, the California Department of Public Health reminds parents and consumers to keep their sweet-tasting cannabis edibles away from children.
Annual costumed 'Hallorager' comes to Eli's Mile High Club
Now in it's ninth edition, local psychedelic glam/stoner-metal group Glitter Wizard's annual Hallorager celebration takes over Eli's Mile High Club Saturday night with four bands performing "in costume."
Skittles, Reese's and other popular Halloween candies see price hike
The 10 most popular candy brands have seen an average price increase of 13% since 2021, according to Datasembly.
Authorities warn that rainbow fentanyl may show up in Halloween treats
With rainbow-colored fentanyl showing up in communities across the Bay Area and U.S., parents may wish to check their kids' candy this year to make sure it's safe.
Authorities warn rainbow fentanyl may show up in Halloween treats
With rainbow-colored fentanyl showing up in communities across the Bay Area and U.S., the DEA is warning parents to check their kids' candy this year to make sure it's safe. Andrea Nakano reports. (10-20-22)
Oakland Zoo's Halloween-themed 'Boo at the Zoo' event starts Saturday
The Oakland Zoo's Halloween-themed "Boo at the Zoo" event kicks off this Saturday and will continue through the end of the month.
Pittsburg Police Arrest Peeping Tom Suspect in Michael Myers Halloween Mask
A pair of police officers in Pittsburg on Thursday afternoon arrested a peeping tom suspect who had repeatedly been spotted outside homes wearing a mask of the Michael Myers character from the 'Halloween' films.
2 Arrested In Fatal Halloween Shooting In South San Jose
Two men were arrested in a fatal Halloween shooting in South San Jose, police said Wednesday.
East Bay 'Climate Change' Halloween Display Goes Beyond Traditional Tricks Or Treats
Halloween isn't just about trick-or-treating or donning elaborate costumes for a night of partying and, in two East Bay cities Sunday, colorful alternatives were on full display.
Burlingame Neighborhood Welcomes Trick-or-Treaters With Ghoulish Glee
Halloween trick-or-treating is back from a pandemic hiatus and many Bay Area families brought out their spookiest decorations to the delight of candy-gobblin' goblins.
BART Runs Special Halloween Late Service
BART is running special late service past 9 p.m. on Sunday due to high ridership expected for Halloween.
2 Dead, 5 Wounded In Sacramento Halloween Weekend Party Shooting
Seven people were shot at a party in Sacramento overnight. Two died on scene.
Victims' Families Frustrated Over Unsolved 2019 Halloween Airbnb House Party Shooting in Orinda
It's been two years but the 2019 Halloween night in Orinda, where five people were shot and killed, remains unsolved and families of the victims still have no answers.
'Disturbing And Unacceptable' - Pittsburg High School Student Found Wearing KKK Costume On Campus
A high school community in the East Bay is reeling Thursday after a student was found wearing a Ku Klux Klan costume on campus.
Survey: Can't Go Wrong Handing Out Bags Of M&M's To Trick Or Treaters
In an quandary over to what the give out to trick or treaters as the annual tradition returns over a year's hiatus because of the COVID pandemic?
Livermore Goes All In on Halloween After Pandemic Nixed Trick-or-Treating in 2020
Halloween is only two days away and the ghosts, goblins and ghouls in one East Bay community are ready to party like it's 2019 -- before we all tuned in to the ongoing horror show known as COVID-19.
Winchester Mystery House In San Jose Brings Back Night Tours After Pandemic Pause
Following a pandemic hiatus, one of the spookier Bay Area Halloween traditions is back: walking through the Winchester Mystery House at night.
COVID: Sonoma County Health Officer Gives OK To Trick-Or-Treating, Offers Halloween Safety Tips
Following last year's cancellations, health officials in Sonoma County gave the green light for trick-or-treating this Halloween and offered tips to remain safe from COVID-19.
Retired Engineer from Washington State Wins Annual Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Weigh-Off
The 2021 winner of the Safeway World Champion Pumpkin Weigh-off in Half Moon Bay is a retired engineer from Washington state whose gigantic gourd tipped the scales at an impressive 2,191 pounds Monday.
The Most Perfect Dog Halloween Costumes
From Disney characters to wild animals, your pooch will look smart in these costumes from Amazon, Chewy, ShopDisney and more
Super Cute Disney Halloween Costumes For Kids
Pick up these ShopDisney costumes of Elsa, Spider-Man, Minnie Mouse and more characters in time for Halloween
The 25 Best Horror Movies, Ranked
A list of the most critically acclaimed scary films of all time -- and where to stream them right now.
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Dianne Feinstein was tireless advocate for California conservation
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In Anaheim, Trump advocates shooting people who rob stores
At the California GOP convention Friday, Donald Trump claimed that rich people in Beverly Hills smell bad because they're denied water and called on police to shoot people robbing stores.
Dodgers clobber Giants 6-2 following Kapler firing
The NL West champion Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants 6-2 on Friday night.
Sherri Papini, who faked 2016 kidnapping, released from halfway house
Sherri Papini, the Redding mother who faked her own kidnapping, is now out of a halfway house eight months early in her 18-month prison sentence.
Angels beat A's in Oakland's 111th loss
The Los Angeles Angels beat Oakland 5-1 on Friday night sending the Athletics to their 111th loss.
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Dianne Feinstein was tireless advocate for California conservation
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In Anaheim, Trump advocates shooting people who rob stores
At the California GOP convention Friday, Donald Trump claimed that rich people in Beverly Hills smell bad because they're denied water and called on police to shoot people robbing stores.
Sherri Papini, who faked 2016 kidnapping, released from halfway house
Sherri Papini, the Redding mother who faked her own kidnapping, is now out of a halfway house eight months early in her 18-month prison sentence.
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2 killed in separate homicides in Bayfair Mall gym parking lot
San Leandro police said Friday that there have been two separate fatal shootings this month that both occurred in the parking lot of a 24 Hour Fitness gym at the Bayfair Center mall.
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Woman charged in series of retail thefts targeting San Francisco Walgreens stores
A San Francisco woman has been arrested and charged in connection with a series of retail thefts targeting Walgreens pharmacies in the city.
Worker killed in San Francisco trench collapse identified
A 25-year-old man who died when a trench collapsed in San Francisco on Thursday morning was a contractor working on a sewer upgrade construction project, city officials said.
Sen. Dianne Feinstein's death prompts lowerering of SF City Hall flags to half-staff
Flags at San Francisco City Hall and other city buildings will be lowered to half-staff from Friday through Sunday in honor of U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who has died at the age of 90.
Government shutdown would hit Bay Area tourism, impact Fleet Week
There are many layers to the looming government shutdown and its potential impact with Fleet Week is just around the corner.
Utility worker killed in trench collapse in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood
A contractor died when a trench collapsed under a sidewalk in San Francisco's Lower Haight Thursday morning after a frantic, hours-long rescue effort.
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2 killed in separate homicides in Bayfair Mall gym parking lot
San Leandro police said Friday that there have been two separate fatal shootings this month that both occurred in the parking lot of a 24 Hour Fitness gym at the Bayfair Center mall.
Update: BART Oakland International Airport connector resumes after equipment problem
BART service has resumed on the Oakland Airport line Friday afternoon after an equipment problem on the tracks stopped service for hours, according to the transit agency.
Court orders Bay Area Subway franchisees to sell stores, pay employees
A federal court ordered the owners of 14 Subway locations in the Bay Area to pay employees nearly $1 million in damages and back pay and also to sell or shut their businesses.
A's Las Vegas stadium proponents counter attempt to repeal public funding
Two Nevada residents representing a "broad coalition of business interests" are attempting to thwart an effort from a teachers union-backed PAC to repeal hundreds of millions of dollars in public funding for a new MLB stadium on the Las Vegas Strip.
Judge allows Berkeley to sweep 8th and Harrison homeless encampment with conditions
A judge has taken away the temporary restraining order that prevented the city of Berkeley from sweeping a homeless encampment.
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3 arrested on attempted murder charges following Sunnyvale shooting
Authorities in the South Bay and Central Valley have arrested three people on attempted murder charges, following a shooting in Sunnyvale earlier this month.
Red-letter day arrives for Netflix DVD-rental mail service
The curtain is finally coming down on Netflix's once-iconic DVD-by-mail service.
San Jose man accused of poisoning mother with fentanyl, attacking father
A San Jose man is in jail on homicide and elder abuse charges in connection with the poisoning death of his mother and a brutal assault on his father, police said.
Report shows San Jose struggling to get tourism spending back to pre-pandemic levels
While other parts of the country have met or exceeded pre-pandemic levels in the travel industry, San Jose has been slower to recover, a new report shows.
Update: Powerball jackpot soars to estimated $925M; Ticket worth over $796K sold in San Jose
The Powerball jackpot will rise to an estimated $925 million after there were no winners in Wednesday's drawing, but one lucky player in San Jose bought a ticket worth nearly $800,000.
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Court orders Bay Area Subway franchisees to sell stores, pay employees
A federal court ordered the owners of 14 Subway locations in the Bay Area to pay employees nearly $1 million in damages and back pay and also to sell or shut their businesses.
Oversight board finds Sonoma deputies used K-9's "too quickly" on suspects
Deputies with the Sonoma County's Sheriff's Office used their dogs "too quickly" against suspected offenders from 2022 to 2023, an oversight board said in a recently released report.
Mild fire season leads Cal Fire to release two air-support helicopters
The California wildfire season has been tame enough so far that Cal Fire officials have sent a pair of fire-fighting helicopters home until next year.
Bay Area search and rescue operation getting help from high school students
Some Bay Area high school students are providing crucial help to search and rescue operations.
Fairfield police shoot man believed to be armed near middle school
Police in Fairfield on Wednesday afternoon said they shot a man who was allegedly armed near a middle school campus.
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Dodgers clobber Giants 6-2 following Kapler firing
The NL West champion Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants 6-2 on Friday night.
Angels beat A's in Oakland's 111th loss
The Los Angeles Angels beat Oakland 5-1 on Friday night sending the Athletics to their 111th loss.
San Francisco Giants fire manager Gabe Kapler as team limps into final weekend
The San Francisco Giants announced Friday the team had fired manager Gabe Kapler with three games left in the regular season.
A's Las Vegas stadium proponents counter attempt to repeal public funding
Two Nevada residents representing a "broad coalition of business interests" are attempting to thwart an effort from a teachers union-backed PAC to repeal hundreds of millions of dollars in public funding for a new MLB stadium on the Las Vegas Strip.
Noda homer in 8th gives A's 2-1 win over Twins
Ryan Noda hit a tiebreaking home run in the eighth inning and the A's held on for a 2-1 win against the AL Central champion Twins on Thursday.
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Sherri Papini, who faked 2016 kidnapping, released from halfway house
Sherri Papini, the Redding mother who faked her own kidnapping, is now out of a halfway house eight months early in her 18-month prison sentence.
Gun control, assault weapons ban a major part of Sen. Dianne Feinstein's legacy
During her three decades on Capitol Hill, one of Sen. Dianne Feinstein's top priorities was fighting the gun lobby.
2 killed in separate homicides in Bayfair Mall gym parking lot
San Leandro police said Friday that there have been two separate fatal shootings this month that both occurred in the parking lot of a 24 Hour Fitness gym at the Bayfair Center mall.
Woman charged in series of retail thefts targeting San Francisco Walgreens stores
A San Francisco woman has been arrested and charged in connection with a series of retail thefts targeting Walgreens pharmacies in the city.
3 arrested on attempted murder charges following Sunnyvale shooting
Authorities in the South Bay and Central Valley have arrested three people on attempted murder charges, following a shooting in Sunnyvale earlier this month.
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Mark Zuckerberg launches Meta developer conference with focus on AI, virtual reality
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg kicked off the tech giant's Connect developer conference on Wednesday with a focus on virtual and augmented reality and artificial intelligence.
Is broadband essential, like water or electricity? New net neutrality effort makes the case
Landmark net neutrality rules rescinded under former President Donald Trump could return under a new push by U.S. Federal Communications Commission chair Jessica Rosenworcel.
Apple exec defends the decision to make Google default search engine on iPhones, Macs
A top Apple executive defended the tech giant's decision to make Google the default search engine on Apple iPhones and Macs, saying there was no "valid alternative.
FTC and 17 states file sweeping antitrust suit against Amazon
Amazon is facing antitrust claims from the Federal Trade Commission and states including New York and Pennsylvania, alleging the retailer is a monopoly.
Could you get "carhacked"? The growing risk of keyless vehicle thefts
A new generation of high-tech thieves are attacking vulnerable vehicle computer systems to steal cars in seconds.
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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.
More than 260,000 toddler books recalled due to choking hazard
Plastic rings can detach from the Rainbow Road Road series board books sold at Sam's Club, Target and other retailers nationwide.
Bay Area woman overcomes rare auto-immune disorder to set push-up world record
Holly Reese is no amateur when it comes to push-ups
SF Mayor London Breed proposes drug treatment mandate for government assistance
Residents of the city and county of San Francisco with addiction problems who receive cash assistance would be required to undergo treatment to continue receiving payments under a new proposal from Mayor London Breed.
Strike at dialysis clinics in Brentwood, Gilroy and San Jose enters 2nd day
Tuesday is day two of a strike by more than 500 dialysis caregivers over what they say are unfair labor practices at their clinics.
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Dianne Feinstein was tireless advocate for California conservation
Throughout her career in the U.S. Senate, Dianne Feinstein was a champion for the environment and conservation of California's wild places.
In Anaheim, Trump advocates shooting people who rob stores
At the California GOP convention Friday, Donald Trump claimed that rich people in Beverly Hills smell bad because they're denied water and called on police to shoot people robbing stores.
Feinstein pioneered path to political power for women
Dianne Feinstein paved the way for countless other women in local and national politics. Kelsi Thorud reports. (9-29-23)
Members of San Francisco LGBT community mourn death of Dianne Feinstein
Dianne Feinstein was one of the first office holders to fight for gay rights, earning her a lot of fans in San Francisco's Castro District. Itay Hod reports. (9-29-23)
Gun control, assault weapons ban a major part of Sen. Dianne Feinstein's legacy
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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.
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)
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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.
Red-letter day arrives for Netflix DVD-rental mail service
The curtain is finally coming down on Netflix's once-iconic DVD-by-mail service.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Highlights at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2023
Check out a highly subjective tip sheet on some of the recommended acts and hidden gems playing Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2023 this weekend in Golden Gate Park.
Creative metal parody band Mac Sabbath plays Great American Music Hall
Twisted Black Sabbath parody/tribute outfit Mac Sabbath brings its current tour to the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco Thursday with support from similarly conceptual band the Cybertronic Spree.
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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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Carol Ruth Silver who served as S.F. supe with Dianne Feinstein looks back
Betty Yu spoke with Carol Ruth Silver who was a San Francisco supervisor with Dianne Feinstein in the late 1970s and was among those believed to have been targeted by Dan White. (9-29-23)
Dianne Feinstein was tireless advocate for environment, California conservation
Dianne Feinstein will long be remembered as a staunch defender of and champion for the environment. Jocelyn Moran reports. (9-29-23)
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CBS News Bay Area evening edition headlines for Friday Sept. 29, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
Feinstein pioneered path to political power for women
Dianne Feinstein paved the way for countless other women in local and national politics. Kelsi Thorud reports. (9-29-23)
Members of San Francisco LGBT community mourn death of Dianne Feinstein
Dianne Feinstein was one of the first office holders to fight for gay rights, earning her a lot of fans in San Francisco's Castro District. Itay Hod reports. (9-29-23)
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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.