Two more McDonald's franchisees fined for child labor violations
The 16 locations add to a growing list of McDonald's restaurants in the Southeast in trouble for child labor abuses.
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McDonald's closes U.S. offices ahead of layoff announcements: WSJ
Fast-food giant plans to lay off unspecified number of employees remotely, serving up notices this week.
Oakland McDonald's workers strike over poor conditions
Workers at a McDonald's restaurant in Oakland are on strike, citing poor conditions as their chief complaint.
Suspect Arrested In Brazen Richmond McDonald's Drive-Thru Assault
A Bay Point woman wanted in a shocking road rage assault of a mother who was in her car with her children in a Richmond McDonald's drive-thru has surrendered to police.
Road Rage Attack On Mother at Richmond McDonald's Drive-Thru Caught On Camera
After a shocking road rage assault in a Richmond McDonald's parking lot, police are asking for the public's help in identifying the attacker who was captured on video.
Richmond Police Seek Suspect In Violent McDonald's Drive-Thru Assault
Investigators have released photos of a woman they say brutally assaulted a mother who was attacked while waiting in line with her children at a Richmond McDonald's drive-thru.
McDonald's to Expand Test of Meatless 'McPlant' Burger in US Cities, Including Bay Area
McDonald's is expanding sales of its meatless McPlant burger to hundreds of locations, including the San Francisco Bay Area.
Oakland McDonald's Franchise Settles Employee Suit Over COVID-19 Masks Made From Diapers, Coffee Filters
An Oakland McDonald's has settled a lawsuit by employees who said the owner gave them COVID-19 masks made from dog diapers and coffee filters.
Bay Area McDonald's Restaurants Offer Free COVID Shots and Menu Items
McDonald's franchisees in California have partnering with the state Department of Public Health to offer free vaccinations at over 70 locations throughout the state, including some in the Bay Area.
San Jose Woman Charged With Hate Crime After Racist Rant Against McDonald's Workers
A 40-year-old San Jose woman has been charged with a hate crime Wednesday after she allegedly unleashed a racist rant, targeting a Mountain View McDonald's employee and his manager when she refused their repeated demands to wear a COVID-19 face mask.
UPDATE: Police Resolve Standoff With Armed Man At McDonald's Restaurant In South San Jose
A man with a gun who police described as "despondent" was in a standoff with officers at a McDonald's restaurant in San Jose Friday before police reported shortly after the situation was resolved.
DUI Offender Gets 2 Years In Prison For Crashing Into McDonald's Restaurant, Causing Fire
A man who smashed into a Monterey County McDonald's restaurant while under the influence, causing a fire that ended up destroying the building, was sentenced to two years in prison, Monterey County prosecutors announced Monday.
Judge Orders Oakland McDonald's To Step Up COVID Precautions
A San Francisco Bay Area judge has ordered a McDonald's restaurant in Oakland that was hit by a coronavirus outbreak that workers claim infected 35 people to follow increased health and safety protocols to help stop the spread of the virus.
Oakland McDonald's Worker Alleges Attack By Customer Refusing To Wear Mask
A worker at a McDonald's in Oakland has filed a complaint with Cal/OSHA alleging a customer at the drive-thru attacked her after she refused him service for not wearing a mask, as well as claiming prior incidents of worker abuse by customers and management's lack of concern for worker security.
Oakland McDonald's Workers File Lawsuit Over Working Conditions During COVID-19 Outbreak
Workers at an Oakland McDonald's who allege that they were forced to use doggie diapers as a safety face masks for protection against the coronavirus filed a lawsuit Tuesday.
Lodi McDonald's Employees Call Police After Woman Mouths 'Help Me' At Drive-Thru
When a woman walked up to the counter of a McDonald's in the Central Valley, the employees likely expected her to order a Big Mac or large fries. Instead, she begged them to help her.
McDonald's Enlists Google Assistant, Alexa To Help With Its hiring
Starting Wednesday, McDonald's Corp. will let job seekers start an application by using voice commands with Amazon's Alexa or Google's Assistant.
Four Injured In Late Night Shooting In San Francisco's Western Addition
Four people were injured in a late Saturday night shooting in San Francisco's Western Addition, according to police.
Owner: "Gold Digging" Dog Begs For Hamburgers In McDonald's Parking Lot
A dog owner in Oklahoma called out her own pup out on Facebook for scheming to get free McDonald's hamburgers.
Viral McDonald's Pranksters Rewarded With Big Check
A couple of college students are getting paid $25,000 each after pulling off an epic prank at a local McDonald's.
Fremont Police Arrest Suspect Who Fired Into Car at McDonald's
Officers arrested a man who got into an argument with other customers in the drive-through of a Fremont McDonald's Friday and fired a fusillade of bullets into their car.
San Francisco Strikes Deal To Buy Troubled Haight-Ashbury McDonald's
San Francisco has finalized a deal to buy the notorious McDonald's at the end of Haight Street with the plan of eventually building affordable housing on the land.
Mom Suspected Of Trying To Flush Newborn In Toilet Appears In Court
A fast-food cashier suspected of trying to drown a baby she had just given birth to in a Redwood City McDonald's bathroom appeared in court.
Clerk Charged With Trying To Flush Newborn Down McDonald's Toilet
A 25-year-old Redwood City woman was being held on $11 million bail Wednesday after being charged with trying to kill her newborn son by flushing him down a fast-food restaurant's toilet.
San Francisco Close To Buying Troubled Haight Street McDonald's
City officials in San Francisco say they are close to finalizing a deal to buy the notorious McDonald's at the end of Haight Street with the plan of eventually building affordable housing on the land.
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18-year-old charged with murder in deadly Oakley party shooting
An 18-year-old Oakley man who was arrested last week has been charged with murder in connection with a shooting at a house party that killed a 16-year-old in October.
Biden administration pledges $6 billion to a pair of high-speed electric rail routes in West
The Biden administration said it will give more than $6 billion to a pair of high-speed electric rail routes in the West.
Shooting into Berkeley apartment leads to hours-long standoff
A shooting into a Berkeley apartment set off an hours-long standoff on Monday, with police arresting a woman who arrived to the scene and tried to force her way past officers.
Off-duty pilot indicted in alleged attempt to shut down plane's engines
The Portland, Oregon, grand jury indicted Joseph David Emerson, 44, on lesser charges than state prosecutors had originally sought deciding he didn't seek to injure anybody.
Suspect in San Francisco Nob Hill drives away in stolen van with dog inside
San Francisco police said a dog was taken when a suspect drove away in a stolen van Tuesday morning.
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18-year-old charged with murder in deadly Oakley party shooting
An 18-year-old Oakley man who was arrested last week has been charged with murder in connection with a shooting at a house party that killed a 16-year-old in October.
Biden administration pledges $6 billion to a pair of high-speed electric rail routes in West
The Biden administration said it will give more than $6 billion to a pair of high-speed electric rail routes in the West.
Shooting into Berkeley apartment leads to hours-long standoff
A shooting into a Berkeley apartment set off an hours-long standoff on Monday, with police arresting a woman who arrived to the scene and tried to force her way past officers.
Off-duty pilot indicted in alleged attempt to shut down plane's engines
The Portland, Oregon, grand jury indicted Joseph David Emerson, 44, on lesser charges than state prosecutors had originally sought deciding he didn't seek to injure anybody.
Suspect in San Francisco Nob Hill drives away in stolen van with dog inside
San Francisco police said a dog was taken when a suspect drove away in a stolen van Tuesday morning.
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Suspect in San Francisco Nob Hill drives away in stolen van with dog inside
San Francisco police said a dog was taken when a suspect drove away in a stolen van Tuesday morning.
San Francisco State University faculty hold 1-day strike over wages, workloads
Banging on drums and chanting, hundreds of striking San Francisco State University faculty and supporters gathered in front of the university president's office Tuesday to demand better wages and improvements to workloads they see as unmanageable.
Cameras capture thief stealing Christmas tree off SUV in San Mateo shopping center
Surveillance footage captured a Grinch-like crime in San Mateo last week where a thief brazenly stole a Christmas tree off the roof of a nSUV parked at a shopping center.
How yoga helped a Bay Area Marine veteran find balance in his life
A Marine veteran who teaches yoga at his own San Francisco studio and at prisons says the physical, mental and spiritual practices have transformed his life.
"Barbie" director Greta Gerwig, noted actor Nicolas Cage honored at SFFILM Awards
Two artists with strong ties to Northern California were honored at Monday night's SFFILM Awards in San Francisco.
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18-year-old charged with murder in deadly Oakley party shooting
An 18-year-old Oakley man who was arrested last week has been charged with murder in connection with a shooting at a house party that killed a 16-year-old in October.
Shooting into Berkeley apartment leads to hours-long standoff
A shooting into a Berkeley apartment set off an hours-long standoff on Monday, with police arresting a woman who arrived to the scene and tried to force her way past officers.
Tracy man sentenced in 2021 killing of ex-girlfriend, her brother
A Tracy man has been sentenced to two consecutive terms of life in prison without the possibility of parole in connection with the murder of his ex-girlfriend and her brother in 2021, according to the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office.
Update: Northbound lanes of I-680 reopen after fatal multi-vehicle crash in Martinez
A deadly collision involving multiple vehicles on northbound I-680 past Highway 4 in Martinez shut down lanes for hours Tuesday morning as authorities investigated the incident.
Body found near Oakland's Clinton Park investigated as suspicious death
Police in Oakland are investigating a body found Tuesday morning a block away from Clinton Park as a suspicious death, authorities confirmed.
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Levi's Stadium among host venues for 2024 Copa America soccer tournament
CONMEBOL, South America's soccer federation, has announced the 14 cities that will host matches at the 2024 Copa América as the tournament returns to the United States for the first time since 2016.
3 arrests announced in August gang-related shooting in East San Jose
Police announced Tuesday the arrests of three people in connection with a gang-related shooting in East San Jose that wounded a man in August.
3 arrested in illegal San Jose casino bust on gambling, drug and gun charges
Police in San Jose on Monday announced the recent arrest of three suspects arrested in connection with an illegal casino operation who are now facing a variety of drug, weapon and other charges.
Woman found dead in San Jose neighborhood; City's 31st homicide of the year
Police in San Jose have launched a homicide investigation after a woman was found dead in a neighborhood over the weekend, in the city's 31st homicide of the year.
Palo Alto considers expanding church safe parking program for homeless
On Monday, the Palo Alto city council will discuss expanding and permanently establishing the Safe Parking program.
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Waterline proposal would help endangered coho salmon, Muir Beach residents
Years of drought have taken a toll on the endangered coho salmon, but a proposed waterline project could help the fish population and a North Bay community.
Update: 27 displaced following 2-alarm fire at Santa Rosa apartment complex
A fire at a Santa Rosa apartment complex on Monday displaced 27 people, fire officials said.
Napa's Festival La Onda announces headliners Maná, Fuerza Regida
BottleRock organizers on Monday announced the line-up for the inaugural Festival La Onda in Napa next summer featuring headliners Maná, Fuerza Regida, Alejandro Fernández and Junior H.
Pedestrian killed in Solano County crash on Highway 37
A vehicle hit and killed a pedestrian on eastbound Highway 37 near Skaggs Road in Solano County early Sunday morning.
Tip leads to arrest of suspect with 43 fraudulent debit cards in Rohnert Park
A tip about a suspicious person using debit cards before sunrise at a Rohnert Park bank led to the arrest of a man with 43 fraudulent debit cards.
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Levi's Stadium among host venues for 2024 Copa America soccer tournament
CONMEBOL, South America's soccer federation, has announced the 14 cities that will host matches at the 2024 Copa América as the tournament returns to the United States for the first time since 2016.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts reveals Shohei Ohtani meeting as free agent mulls next move
Shohei Ohtani met with the Los Angeles Dodgers a few days ago at Dodger Stadium, manager Dave Roberts revealed at the winter meetings.
New minor league team the Oakland Ballers announce schedule
The East Bay's new baseball team, the Oakland Ballers, have announced their schedule for the team's upcoming inaugural season in the independent Pioneer League.
Who is Dom DiSandro? Meet Eagles' head of security who was ejected from 49ers game
Philadelphia Eagles head of security Dom DiSandro was ejected from Sunday's loss against the 49ers after an altercation with linebacker Dre Greenlaw.
49ers roll over Eagles 42-19 in heated rematch
The 49ers talked the talk all offseason and backed it up with a convincing 42-19 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday.
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18-year-old charged with murder in deadly Oakley party shooting
An 18-year-old Oakley man who was arrested last week has been charged with murder in connection with a shooting at a house party that killed a 16-year-old in October.
Shooting into Berkeley apartment leads to hours-long standoff
A shooting into a Berkeley apartment set off an hours-long standoff on Monday, with police arresting a woman who arrived to the scene and tried to force her way past officers.
Suspect in San Francisco Nob Hill drives away in stolen van with dog inside
San Francisco police said a dog was taken when a suspect drove away in a stolen van Tuesday morning.
Tracy man sentenced in 2021 killing of ex-girlfriend, her brother
A Tracy man has been sentenced to two consecutive terms of life in prison without the possibility of parole in connection with the murder of his ex-girlfriend and her brother in 2021, according to the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office.
San Francisco State University faculty hold 1-day strike over wages, workloads
Banging on drums and chanting, hundreds of striking San Francisco State University faculty and supporters gathered in front of the university president's office Tuesday to demand better wages and improvements to workloads they see as unmanageable.
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Uber set to join the S&P 500 index in latest sign of turnaround for the ride-hailing service
Uber is set to join the S&P 500 index later this month, the latest sign that the ride-hailing and delivery company is turning its business around after struggling through much of the pandemic.
Apple releases urgent update to fix iOS 17 security issues
The update patches two vulnerabilities, includes no new features to the operating system.
Elon Musk's X platform fueled far-right riots in Ireland, experts say
Elon Musk's X platform has fueled far-right disinformation in Ireland and played a key role in last month's riots in Dublin, experts say.
Privacy advocates accuse Kaiser of not following state law on license plate readers
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
Walmart latest big advertiser to drop Musk's X
Walmart is the latest company to join the glowing flock of major advertisers to pull spending from X, Elon Musk's beleaguered social media company, amid concerns about hate speech — as well as reaching a sizeable audience on the platform.
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Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
AIDS victims remembered with sidewalk inscriptions in San Francisco
The sidewalks of San Francisco's Castro District became the site of a sprawling memorial on World AIDS Day.
Privacy advocates accuse Kaiser of not following state law on license plate readers
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
New California mental health court sees more than 100 petitions in first two months
An alternative California mental health court has received more than 100 petitions after seven counties began the program in October.
Warm, wet winter may usher in longer allergy season
Experts are predicting strong El Niño conditions this winter with heavier rains and warmer temperatures. Those factors combined with the rising carbon dioxide levels causing climate change could actually worsen allergies and asthma.
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Biden administration pledges $6 billion to a pair of high-speed electric rail routes in West
The Biden administration said it will give more than $6 billion to a pair of high-speed electric rail routes in the West.
Biden says he's "not sure" he'd be running if Trump weren't
President Biden made the comment during a campaign fundraiser in Boston on Tuesday.
College presidents face tough questions from Congress over antisemitism on campus
Colleges and universities have been criticized for their handling of antisemitic incidents since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel.
San Francisco supervisor to introduce resolution calling for Gaza cease-fire
A San Francisco Supervisor confirmed he will introduce a resolution calling for a cease-fire in Gaza during Tuesday's Board of Supervisor's meeting.
Contra Costa supervisor Federal Glover, first African American on board, to retire after 23 years
After 23 years representing East County on the Contra Costa Board of Supervisors, District 5 supervisor Federal Glover on Monday announced his retirement from the board.
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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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Grand Theft Auto VI trailer: 7 things we learned from the teaser
Grand Theft Auto is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
"Barbie" director Greta Gerwig, noted actor Nicolas Cage honored at SFFILM Awards
Two artists with strong ties to Northern California were honored at Monday night's SFFILM Awards in San Francisco.
Action-adventure rock heroes ArnoCorps headline Alternative Tentacles "Krampus Night" party at GAMH
Legendary East Bay action-adventure heroes ArnoCorps headline the Alternative Tentacles "Krampus Night" punk rock holiday spectacular hosted by Jello Biafra at the Great American Music Sunday evening.
Photos: Depeche Mode delivers decades of hits at Chase Center
Iconic electronic pop band Depeche Mode brought their "Memento Mori Tour" to Chase Center Sunday night, playing hits from the last four-plus decades to a full house.
Napa's Festival La Onda announces headliners Maná, Fuerza Regida
BottleRock organizers on Monday announced the line-up for the inaugural Festival La Onda in Napa next summer featuring headliners Maná, Fuerza Regida, Alejandro Fernández and Junior H.
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Oakland Unified copes with shocking rise in district's homeless student population
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Project Earth: How melting glaciers in Arctic contribute to sea level rise
How much will sea levels rise in the United States? To help predict that -- scientists are measuring how fast glaciers are melting in the Arctic. David Schechter reports. (12/5/23)
Tuesday evening First Alert weather forecast with Paul Heggen - 12/5/23
Expect showers to arrive in the North Bay on Wednesday morning, spreading south by afternoon. Additional showers are expected early Thursday. Paul Heggen has the forecast. (12/5/23)
San Francisco supervisors mull resolution calling for cease fire in Gaza
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors was the site of intense debate, as the board considers a resolution calling for a cease-fire in Gaza. Jose Martinez reports. (12/5/23)
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SFSU faculty picket outside campus during one-day strike
Anne Makovec reports on rolling Cal State University faculty strike coming to San Francisco State (12-5-2023)
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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.
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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College student gives back to program that changed his life
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.
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.