Hamas says it's open to a longer cease-fire and more hostage releases
With Israel and Hamas extending their truce to facilitate more hostage and prisoner releases, there's joy for dozens of families – and calls for a longer cease-fire.
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Biden urges longer pause in fighting in Gaza
President Biden said he hopes the pause in fighting between Israel and Hamas will be extended beyond Monday to allow for more hostages to be released. U.S. officials are hoping two American-Israeli women will be released, but seven American men remain unaccounted for. Natalie Brand reports.
Hamas to release second group of Israeli hostages after hours-long delay
Qatari and Egyptian mediators say Hamas agreed to release 13 Israelis and seven foreigners on Saturday in exchange for 39 Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.
Biden tells Americans "we have to bring the nation together"
President Biden and his family are spending Thanksgiving in Nantucket, Massachusetts, per their family tradition.
Israeli government approves deal for hostage release, short cease-fire
The Israeli government said early Wednesday that it had approved a deal that would see 50 hostages held in Gaza released and a 4-day cease-fire observed.
Biden marks Trans Day of Remembrance: "No place for hate in America"
President Biden honored transgender Americans on Trans Day of Remembrance, which falls on Nov. 20 and serves to pay tribute to trans people who have lost their lives to violence.
Biden meets with Mexican president, closes out APEC summit in S.F.
Pres. Biden hosted a leaders retreat Friday to close out the APEC summit after three days of huddling with other world leaders in San Francisco. Ryan Yamamoto reports. (11-17-23)
President Biden departs from San Francisco after APEC meetings
President Joe Biden left San Francisco Friday afternoon following several days in the Bay Area participating in the APEC summit.
Biden, Xi meeting helping thaw icy relationship between superpowers
The meeting between US President Joe Biden and China's President Xi Jinping in the San Francisco Bay Area appeared to be a major step forward in the superpowers' relationship. Shawn Chitnis reports.
Biden meets with Mexican president and closes out APEC summit in San Francisco
President Biden and Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador are expected to discuss the border crisis and drug trafficking in their meeting Friday.
President Biden on Gov. Newsom: "He could have the job I'm looking for"
President Biden fueled speculation Wednesday of California Governor Gavin Newsom's presidential plans by telling a packed room at the APEC summit in San Francisco that the governor could have any job he wants -- even the presidency.
President Biden signs short-term funding bill to keep government open
The bill will fund the government at current levels until mid-January.
Pro-Palestinian protesters block westbound Bay Bridge for hours; dozens arrested
Pro-Palestinian protesters demanding a cease-fire in Gaza blocked all westbound lanes of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge for hours during the Thursday morning commute.
Watch: Pro-Palestinian protesters arrested after blocking Bay Bridge
Pro-Palestinian protesters demanding a cease-fire in Gaza blocked all westbound lanes of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge for hours during the Thursday morning commute.
Biden tells Asia-Pacific leaders that US 'not going anywhere' as it looks to build economic ties
President Joe Biden has made America's case to CEOs attending the Asia-Pacific summit in San Francisco that the United States is committed to high standards in trade that will benefit economies across the Pacific.
Xi signals China could send new pandas to the US after Bay Area meeting with Biden
Chinese President Xi Jinping is signaling that China will send new pandas to the United States.
Protesters hold dueling demonstrations on road to Biden / Xi meeting in Woodside
As President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks at the Filoli estate in Woodside, dueling protests took place on the road leading to the meeting.
Biden says U.S.-China military contacts to resume
President Biden held a press conference in Northern California after meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Watch: President Biden welcomes Chinese President Xi to summit at Filoli House in Woodside, Calif.
Security was extremely tight at a secluded estate on the San Francisco Bay Area Peninsula for Wednesday's high-stakes meeting between President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping as part the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) gathering.
Pro-Palestinian protestors demonstrate outside President Biden's San Francisco fundraiser
Demonstrators rallying against President Joe Biden's support of Israel faced off with police in San Francisco's Financial District Tuesday night outside a fundraiser.
Biden campaign goes on the offensive on immigration, decrying Trump plans
President Biden's campaign aides are aiming to bring attention to what they see as the most draconian immigration policies former President Donald Trump has promised to implement if elected again in 2024.
Hundreds of people in San Francisco participate in protest supporting Palestinians
Hundreds of protesters took over the intersection of Market Street and Powell to protest Biden's support of Israel while he is in San Francisco.
Lush, private Filoli estate in Woodside is site for Biden-Xi meeting
U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping will hold their long anticipated meeting at Filoli, a historic country house and museum with lavish gardens on the Peninsula, south of San Francisco.
President Biden arrives in San Francisco for APEC, meeting with Xi
President Joe Biden landed at San Francisco International Airport Tuesday afternoon ahead of his attendance at APEC and anticipated Wednesday meeting with China's Xi Jinping.
Biden aims to get US-China communications back to normal with Xi meeting in San Francisco
President Joe Biden said on the eve of his much-anticipated meeting with China's Xi Jinping that his goal for the talks is simply to try to get U.S.-Chinese communications back on stable ground after a tumultuous year.
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East Bay seniors are learning to defend themselves by any means necessary.
Dog service industry impacted by mysterious canine respiratory illness
A mysterious dog respiratory illness has spread to 14 states so dog parks and daycare/boarding facilities are seeing a falloff in demand.
How Northern California ski resorts keep up with a changing climate
Unpredictable winters force California ski resorts to make adjustments to keep up with warming seasons and lack of snow.
Pro-Palestinian protesters rally in San Francisco
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrated in downtown San Francisco Wednesday night.
Burning Man organizers narrowly pass environmental inspection
The organizers of the Burning Man festival narrowly passed their environmental inspection according to a Wednesday report from the BLM.
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Oakley seniors train with canes for self-defense
East Bay seniors are learning to defend themselves by any means necessary.
Dog service industry impacted by mysterious canine respiratory illness
A mysterious dog respiratory illness has spread to 14 states so dog parks and daycare/boarding facilities are seeing a falloff in demand.
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Unpredictable winters force California ski resorts to make adjustments to keep up with warming seasons and lack of snow.
Pro-Palestinian protesters rally in San Francisco
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrated in downtown San Francisco Wednesday night.
Burning Man organizers narrowly pass environmental inspection
The organizers of the Burning Man festival narrowly passed their environmental inspection according to a Wednesday report from the BLM.
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Pro-Palestinian protesters rally in San Francisco
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrated in downtown San Francisco Wednesday night.
San Francisco Curry Senior Center gets new location in Tenderloin District
San Francisco's troubled Tenderloin gets a lot of attention for its problems, but one of the neighborhood's longtime resources just got a big upgrade.
BART service resumes after pause due to person in Transbay Tube in San Francisco
A person entered the Transbay Tube in San Francisco on Wednesday causing major delays on BART in both directions, SF BART said.
Union Square sees increased police presence for holiday season
San Francisco has seen a major increase in police officers around Union Square this holiday season to deter theft.
Residents of San Mateo neighborhood divided over historical designation
Residents of the Baywood neighborhood in San Mateo are sharply divided over whether it should be designated a historic place.
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Oakley seniors train with canes for self-defense
East Bay seniors are learning to defend themselves by any means necessary.
Flaring occurs at Martinez refinery Wednesday, day after suit filed
Bay Area Air Quality said it was monitoring the flaring event at the Martinez refinery on Wednesday.
East Bay water company's efforts lead to Chinook salmon spawning in record numbers
In one small Central Valley river, endangered salmon are spawning in record numbers thanks to the efforts of an East Bay water company.
Oakley woman giving support, opportunities for joy to those with cancer and their families
An Oakley woman has been offering the kind of support and healing that she didn't find readily available when she was diagnosed with cancer.
Richmond Chevron refinery flaring draws violation notices from air quality regulators
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District has issued four notices of violation to Chevron connected to Monday's flaring episode at its Richmond refinery.
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Watch: San Jose road rage incident leaves dog critically injured; suspect arrested
A man involved in a violent road rage incident that severely injured a dog earlier this month in San Jose has been arrested, police announced Wednesday.
Over 20 Bay Area Bank of America locations, including ATMs, closing
Over two dozen Bank of America locations, including some ATMs, in the Bay Area are closing or have been closed as the company says it adapts to a drop in in-person transactions.
San Jose man arrested in June carjacking, kidnapping
A man being sought in a June carjacking and kidnapping in San Jose was arrested earlier this month, police announced Wednesday.
Suspected DUI driver arrested after fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash in San Jose
Police arrested a suspected DUI driver who allegedly hit a pedestrian and fled early Sunday in South San Jose.
Pedestrian in South San Jose killed in early morning crash
A pedestrian died after a vehicle collision at the intersection of Capitol Expressway and Copperfield Drive in San Jose
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Over 20 Bay Area Bank of America locations, including ATMs, closing
Over two dozen Bank of America locations, including some ATMs, in the Bay Area are closing or have been closed as the company says it adapts to a drop in in-person transactions.
Gas leak at CYO Camp in Sonoma County overcomes more than a dozen campers; 2 hospitalized
A gas leak at a Sonoma County youth camp Tuesday affected more than a dozen campers and sent two children to the hospital, authorities said.
Mountain lion spotted in Rohnert Park neighborhood
Residents of a Rohnert Park neighborhood were alerted after a mountain lion was spotted near homes Tuesday morning.
Early morning fire burns Caltrans offices in San Rafael near Hwy 101/580 interchange
A fire burned a Caltrans building in San Rafael early Monday morning, authorities said.
Napa police arrest man suspected of setting grass fire Saturday
A suspect was apprehended after police responded to reports of a man igniting a field in Napa on Saturday.
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Warriors lose to Kings 124-123 after late basket from Monk
Malik Monk hit a fadeaway with 7 seconds left and the Sacramento Kings rallied late to beat the Golden State Warriors 124-123 to advance to the quarterfinals of the in-season tournament.
Report: Mark Cuban selling majority stake of Dallas Mavericks
Mark Cuban is reportedly selling a majority stake to Miriam Adelson and the Adelson family at a valuation of $3.5 billion.
Oakland is getting a new minor league team -- the Oakland B's
Oakland is getting a new minor league baseball team that will call themselves the Oakland B's, short for Ballers.
Luke Kunin scores go-ahead power play goal as Sharks beat Capitals 2-1
Luke Kunin scored a go-ahead power-play goal in the third period, Mackenzie Blackwood stopped 33 shots, and the San Jose Sharks beat the Washington Capitals 2-1.
Chiefs rally from 14 down to beat Raiders
The Chiefs ended their three-game second-half scoring drought to rally past the Raiders 31-17 on Sunday.
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Union Square sees increased police presence for holiday season
San Francisco has seen a major increase in police officers around Union Square this holiday season to deter theft.
Man arrested after camera found in Stockton business's bathroom
A man suspected of hiding a cell phone in a bathroom trash can at a Stockton business is facing 28 felony charges.
Watch: San Jose road rage incident leaves dog critically injured; suspect arrested
A man involved in a violent road rage incident that severely injured a dog earlier this month in San Jose has been arrested, police announced Wednesday.
San Leandro police arrest 2nd suspect in October killing of barbershop owner
San Leandro police arrested a second suspect in the October killing of a barbershop owner.
San Francisco police arrest 14-year-old girl in connection to 15 retail theft incidents
A 14-year-old girl was arrested in connection to over a dozen retail theft incidents, totaling around $30,000, San Francisco police said.
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Elon Musk says advertiser boycott at X could "kill the company"
The billionaire owner of X took a defensive tone, saying that "the whole world will know that those advertisers killed the company."
Okta says security breach way worse than first thought
Hackers stole data on all users of Okta's customer support system, the San Francisco cybersecurity company disclosed.
How to turn off iPhone's iOS 17 NameDrop feature
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Meta targeted young users with addictive tech, states allege
Meta wants children and teens on Facebook and Instagram as long as possible so it can collect and sell their personal data, state prosecutors allege.
Lawsuit claims Meta designed Instagram, Facebook to hook kids
Facebook parent Meta Platforms deliberately engineered its social platforms to hook kids according to a newly unsealed legal complaint.
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Millions of U.S. women face obstacles to getting maternity care
More than a third of counties in the U.S. don't have a hospital or birth center that offers obstetric care or any obstetric health care providers, one report says.
Lawsuit claims Meta designed Instagram, Facebook to hook kids
Facebook parent Meta Platforms deliberately engineered its social platforms to hook kids according to a newly unsealed legal complaint.
Deadly salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes; CDC expands recall
Health authorities issued an alert Friday of a deadly salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes and pre-cut fruit products, with nearly 100 cases seen across dozens of states.
Peaches, plums, nectarines recalled due to deadly listeria outbreak
CDC investigating fruit from HMC Farms after one person died and 10 are hospitalized following a listeria outbreak.
Martinez refinery fire overnight prompts public health advisory
A fire at Marathon Martinez refinery early Sunday morning prompted a public health advisory. An all-clear followed at around 4 a.m.
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Henry Kissinger, influential and controversial diplomat, dies at age 100
Henry Kissinger, known for his practice of "realpolitik," was credited with helping thaw relations between the U.S. and China. But he was also accused of alleged war crimes.
Residents of San Mateo neighborhood divided over historical designation
Residents of the Baywood neighborhood in San Mateo are sharply divided over whether it should be designated a historic place.
California threatens San Francisco over city's missed deadline on housing development process
No later than Dec. 28. That's the deadline set by the state for San Francisco to get its housing policy in order, or else it will face consequences.
The U.S. economy is doing even better than the government thought
U.S. consumers spent enough to help drive the economy to a brisk 5.2% annual pace from July through September, the government reported.
San Francisco Board of Supervisors to put police staffing issue on March ballot
On Tuesday, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved a charter amendment that would fund and require the hiring of new cops.
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Biden marks Trans Day of Remembrance: "No place for hate in America"
President Biden honored transgender Americans on Trans Day of Remembrance, which falls on Nov. 20 and serves to pay tribute to trans people who have lost their lives to violence.
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.
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"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Trash-culture legend John Waters presents sold-out Christmas show at Great American
Pencil-mustached film director, author and revered trash-culture icon John Waters brings his bawdy annual one-man Christmas show to the Great American Music Hall for a sold-out performance Thursday night.
Killing Joke guitarist Kevin "Geordie" Walker dies at 64
Kevin "Geordie" Walker, a founding member of influential British post-punk band Killing Joke whose unique guitar attack helped define the group's sound, has died at age 64, according to the band.
'Hunger Games' feasts, 'Napoleon' conquers but 'Wish' doesn't come true at Thanksgiving box office
The Walt Disney Co.'s "Wish" had been expected to rule the Thanksgiving weekend box office, but moviegoers instead feasted on leftovers, as "The Hunger Games: Songbirds and Snakes" led ticket sales for the second weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Genesis tribute act offers up prog-rock classics At Regency
Genesis tribute act the Musical Box celebrates the classic output of the '70s British progressive-rock greats by presenting their stunning recreation of the band's live shows at the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco Dec. 10th.
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VR 360 View: Meteorologist Jessica Burch takes flight with the Blue Angels
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.
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: 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.
VR 360 View: The high-stakes world of San Francisco's bar pilots
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Banko Brown's father speaks out about his killing; 'Like an old lynching'
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Dog service industry impacted by mysterious canine respiratory illness
A mysterious dog respiratory illness has spread to 14 states so dog parks and daycare/boarding facilities are seeing a falloff in demand. Andrea Nakano reports (11-29-23)
East Bay seniors train with canes for self-defense
Seniors in Oakley are learning to defend themselves by any means necessary. Ryan Yamamoto reports (11-29-23)
How Northern California ski resorts are keeping up with a changing climate
Unpredictable winters force California ski resorts to make adjustments to keep up with our warming seasons and lack of snow.
Pro-Palestinian protesters rally in downtown S.F. Wednesday
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrated in downtown San Francisco Wednesday night. Kelsi Thorud reports. (11-29-23)
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CBS News Bay Area evening edition headlines for Wednesday Nov. 29, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
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An Oakley woman has been offering the kind of support and healing that she didn't find readily available when she was diagnosed with cancer.
2 friends lead nonprofit bringing nourishment to needy in South Bay
A pair of volunteers working for a South Bay organization go out of their way to bring warmth and nourishment to the unhoused, not just during the holidays, but all year round.
Hayward teacher using theater to inspire elementary students to dream big
A Hayward teacher is using the timeless work of Shakespeare to inspire his elementary students to dream big.
Man behind Kingmakers of Oakland nonprofit opening doors for students of color
An Oakland man is helping close the racial gap in graduation rates, as a study by the Brookings Institution shows 76% of Black boys complete high school nationwide compared to 87% of white boys.
Santa Rosa Vietnam veteran on a mission to help unhoused military vets
A Vietnam veteran from Santa Rosa has made it his mission to make sure unhoused veterans are not forgotten.
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San Rafael student sees the world, but remembers his roots
Police departments all over the country are having a hard time finding new officers, but one Bay Area student is criss-crossing the world while preparing for a career in law enforcement here at home.
Santa Rosa college graduate multi-tasking her way to a master's degree, law school
When most people graduate from college, they tend to focus on one job. But this month's Students Rising Above scholar is currently juggling multiple workplace assignments.
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.