St. Rose Hospital nurses ratify new contract
Nurses at St. Rose Hospital in Hayward have voted to ratify a new four-year contract after reaching a tentative agreement with management last week.
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Nurses to strike in Hayward, Concord next week, union says
The California Nurses Association (CNA) has announced that nurses will begin separate strikes next week at St. Rose Hospital in Hayward and at the John Muir Behavioral Health Center in Concord.
Nurses at MarinHealth Medical Center reach deal, avert strike
Nurses with MarinHealth in the Marin County community of Greenbrae reached a tentative contract agreement subsequently avoiding a strike that would have started Tuesday.
Alta Bates Summit nurses to strike starting on Christmas Eve
Registered nurses at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center campuses in Berkeley and Oakland gave notice Tuesday that they plan to strike starting on Christmas Eve.
Alta Bates nurses planning 5-day strike at Oakland, Berkeley campuses
Registered nurses at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center are holding a five-day strike in response to high turnover rates and alleged workplace violence issues.
Kaiser mental health workers file complaint with state as strike enters 5th week
Mental health therapists and nurses at Kaiser Permanente in their fifth week of striking have called on state regulators to prevent the health care provider from using temporary replacement workers.
Nurses, healthcare workers demand Sutter Health fix payroll problems
Northern California registered nurses and health care workers on Friday demanded that Sutter Health correct payroll errors that they say began last month.
Nurses plan 2-day strike at AHMC Seton in Daly City
Registered nurses AHMC Seton Medical Center in Daly City said Monday they planned to go on strike this week.
Nurses at Seton Medical Center issue 10-day notice to strike
Registered nurses at a Peninsula hospital have issued a 10-day notice that they intend to hold a two-day strike later this month.
Stanford nurses overwhelmingly ratify new contract; strike ends
Members of the union representing thousands of striking Stanford nurses voted overwhelmingly to approve a new contract offer, bringing an end to the week-long work stoppage.
Stanford nurses strike has nursing students concerned for their future careers
Bay Area nursing students say Monday's nurses strikes have them worried about the current state of the healthcare industry and what that could mean for their careers.
Nurses Strike At Sutter Health Facilities Across Northern California
More than 8,000 Sutter Health nurses and health care workers across Northern California are planning to participate in a one-day strike Monday to protest the health network's alleged refusal to address their concerns about safe staffing and health and safety protections, the California Nurses Association said in a press release Sunday.
Jump on Tomorrow: Farewell To Candlestick, Nurses Strike, South Bay Mosquito Fogging
On Thursday, Paul McCartney takes the stage in the farewell to Candlestick Park.
Nurses End Christmas Eve Strike At 8 Bay Area Hospitals
A 24-hour Christmas Eve strike by union nurses at eight Bay Area hospitals ended Tuesday morning with no reported incidents, according to a spokeswoman for one of the hospitals.
5,000 Nurses At 10 Bay Area Hospitals Stage Walkout
Roughly 5,000 registered nurses from 10 Sutter and Hospital Corporation of America hospitals throughout the Bay Area are striking Tuesday, charging that the hospitals are making cuts in nurses' benefits and patient care standards.
Bay Area Nurses Set To Strike At 10 Hospitals
Union officials say thousands of Bay Area nurses are set to walk off the job early Tuesday in what will be the second strike this month by nurses represented by the California Nurses Association.
Nurses Strike At Sonoma County Hospital
Nurses at a Sonoma County hospital walked off the job in a three-day strike to protest wages and other issues.
Nurses At Bay Area Sutter Hospitals Staging Strike On Tuesday
Nurses who work at seven Bay Area hospitals operated by Sutter Health are set to walk off the job Tuesday morning as part of a one-day strike.
More Than 4,000 Bay Area Nurses Go On Strike
Thousands of nurses at several Sutter Health hospitals in the Bay Area have walked off the job on Wednesday, part of a scheduled one-day strike over ongoing contract negotiations.
4,400 Bay Area Sutter Nurses Plan One-Day Strike On Wednesday
About 4,400 registered nurses at 10 hospitals in the Bay Area managed by Sutter Health are planning a one-day strike on Wednesday to protest concessions that they say management is demanding.
Thousands Of Nurses Walk Off Job In Northern California Sutter Strike
More than 4,000 registered nurses at 10 Sutter Health hospitals in Northern California are walking off the job in Tuesday's May Day protests.
Kaiser Permanente Workers Launch 1-Day Strike
Workers at Kaiser Permanente facilities throughout California have gone on strike over contract disputes involving Kaiser's mental health and optical employees.
Northern California Kaiser Workers To Strike Tuesday
Kaiser Permanente workers throughout Northern California said Monday that they will stage a one-day strike on Tuesday in a dispute over a new contract for mental health and optical employees.
Nurses To Strike Thursday At 8 Bay Area Sutter Hospitals
About 4,000 registered nurses plan to stage a one-day strike at eight Bay Area hospitals on Thursday to protest concessions that Sutter Health management is seeking.
Oakland Patient Death Looms Over Return Of Locked-Out Nurses
Nurses locked out of five Sutter Health hospitals after a 24-hour strike returned to work Tuesday amid an investigation over a patient death at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center in Oakland.
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More than 70 million face increased threat of sea level rise worldwide
New data finds the impact of climate change on coastal flooding could increase five-fold by the end of the century, leading to major property and infrastructure losses.
Pleasant Hill police lift shelter-in-place order after alleged shooting, standoff
Pleasant Hill police said they have lifted a shelter-in-place order for residents of the city's Sherman Acres neighborhood early Friday morning after a man allegedly shot his wife.
Rockets fired at U.S. Embassy in Iraq as Mideast violence keeps escalating
U.S. and Iraqi officials said the projectiles caused minor damage but no casualties. Iran-aligned militias are suspected, one U.S. official said.
An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
Tradition of lighting menorah at SF Union Square endures amid conflict
A tradition that began in 1975 continued as the first candle was lit on the Bill Graham Menorah at San Francisco's Union Square on Thursday, marking the start of Hanukkah.
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More than 70 million face increased threat of sea level rise worldwide
New data finds the impact of climate change on coastal flooding could increase five-fold by the end of the century, leading to major property and infrastructure losses.
Pleasant Hill police lift shelter-in-place order after alleged shooting, standoff
Pleasant Hill police said they have lifted a shelter-in-place order for residents of the city's Sherman Acres neighborhood early Friday morning after a man allegedly shot his wife.
An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
Tradition of lighting menorah at SF Union Square endures amid conflict
A tradition that began in 1975 continued as the first candle was lit on the Bill Graham Menorah at San Francisco's Union Square on Thursday, marking the start of Hanukkah.
Postal worker robbed of postal keys, phone in Palo Alto attack
Police in Palo Alto are investigating after a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier was injured and robbed on Wednesday by two suspects who took her postal keys and cell phone.
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Tradition of lighting menorah at SF Union Square endures amid conflict
A tradition that began in 1975 continued as the first candle was lit on the Bill Graham Menorah at San Francisco's Union Square on Thursday, marking the start of Hanukkah.
Man arrested in killing of tech worker Kimberly Wong in San Francisco's Presidio Heights
A man was arrested in the East Bay on Thursday on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead at a home in San Francisco's Presidio Heights last week.
Dungeness crab season on hold at least 2 more weeks as humpback whales migrate
High numbers of migrating humpback whales spotted off the California coast in recent weeks have prompted state regulators to further postpone the commercial Dungeness crab season.
As Christmas approaches, Bay Area Palestinian Christians conflicted over festivities
The war in Gaza is changing the way people are observing the holidays in the Middle East. There's a tremendous sense of pain and loss. Bay Area Christian Palestinians are finding it difficult to celebrate, as Christmas approaches.
Inside the struggle to find housing in San Francisco
For 34-year-old Liberty Henegan and her five children, finding stable housing in San Francisco has been arduous. High rent prices have forced them to live in a car due to difficulties in securing suitable accommodationm, and even shelter space is hard to come by.
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Pleasant Hill police lift shelter-in-place order after alleged shooting, standoff
Pleasant Hill police said they have lifted a shelter-in-place order for residents of the city's Sherman Acres neighborhood early Friday morning after a man allegedly shot his wife.
Cafe apologizes after workers make anti-Israel remarks, block woman from restroom
An Oakland coffee shop is apologizing for an incident after hate-speech graffiti was found in a restroom and how staffers handled a customer who tried to document it.
Israeli owner of Oakland restaurant celebrates Hanukkah amid tense times
The owner of an Israeli restaurant who has spent more than half of her life in the Bay Area says there is still much to look forward to during Hanukkah, despite the war between Israel and Hamas hitting the two-month mark.
Walnut Creek police arrest two suspects in violent pistol-whipping and robbery
Police arrested two of the three suspects accused of pistol-whipping and robbing two people Tuesday evening in downtown Walnut Creek
Early morning San Pablo crash leave 2 dead, 1 critically injured
Two people were killed and one critically injured in an early morning crash Thursday in San Pablo.
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Postal worker robbed of postal keys, phone in Palo Alto attack
Police in Palo Alto are investigating after a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier was injured and robbed on Wednesday by two suspects who took her postal keys and cell phone.
Monterey County sends more money to Pajaro flood recovery
The Monterey County Board of Supervisors directed more money Wednesday to aid residents and businesses in Pajaro that were impacted by flooding of the unincorporated community in March.
San Jose Earthquakes announce plan to build soccer fields at Santa Clara Fairgrounds
The San Jose Earthquakes are partnering with Santa Clara County and the city of San Jose to bring new professional soccer fields and a training facility to the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
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.
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3 Santa Rosa middle school students arrested after classroom fight involving knife
Three students at a middle school in Santa Rosa were placed under arrest Thursday following a classroom fight in which a student brandished what was described as a large knife.
Caught on camera: Novato police looking for suspected package thief
Novato police are looking for a woman who was caught on video this week allegedly stealing packages in the city's Hillside Park neighborhood.
State of emergency declared in Sonoma amid avian flu outbreak
In response to an outbreak of avian flu, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has declared a state of emergency.
Body of missing 81-year-old Healdsburg woman found in rural Mendocino County
Authorities in Mendocino County announced Wednesday that the body of a missing elderly Sonoma County woman has been found.
Sonoma supervisors approve anti-sideshow ordinance targeting participants
Sideshows and some related peripheral activities were outlawed by a vote of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday.
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Sharks hold on for 6-5 OT win over Red Wings
San Jose spoiled Patrick Kane's Detroit debut, overcoming a four-goal deficit to beat the Red Wings 6-5 on Thursday night.
49ers work to stay sharp against Seahawks with shot to secure playoff berth
San Francisco hosts the Seahawks Sunday with a chance to clinch a playoff berth this week with a win and a loss by either Minnesota or Green Bay.
Former 49ers kicker Robbie Gould retires after 18-year career
Longtime NFL kicker Robbie Gould who played six seasons with the San Francisco 49ers is retiring following an 18-year career that established him as one of the game's best in the clutch.
Stephen Curry scores 31 points, Warriors rally to beat Trail Blazers 110-106
Stephen Curry overcame a slow start to score 31 points, Jonathan Kuminga dazzled off the bench for 13 points and the Golden State Warriors rallied to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 110-106 on Wednesday night.
San Jose Earthquakes announce plan to build soccer fields at Santa Clara Fairgrounds
The San Jose Earthquakes are partnering with Santa Clara County and the city of San Jose to bring new professional soccer fields and a training facility to the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
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Pleasant Hill police lift shelter-in-place order after alleged shooting, standoff
Pleasant Hill police said they have lifted a shelter-in-place order for residents of the city's Sherman Acres neighborhood early Friday morning after a man allegedly shot his wife.
Postal worker robbed of postal keys, phone in Palo Alto attack
Police in Palo Alto are investigating after a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier was injured and robbed on Wednesday by two suspects who took her postal keys and cell phone.
Man arrested in killing of tech worker Kimberly Wong in San Francisco's Presidio Heights
A man was arrested in the East Bay on Thursday on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead at a home in San Francisco's Presidio Heights last week.
3 Santa Rosa middle school students arrested after classroom fight involving knife
Three students at a middle school in Santa Rosa were placed under arrest Thursday following a classroom fight in which a student brandished what was described as a large knife.
San Francisco police pursuit after Chinatown robbery ends in fiery Oakland crash
San Francisco police said a Thursday afternoon pursuit of a vehicle involved in a Chinatown robbery that crossed the Bay Bridge that appears to have ended in a fiery crash on a bridge in Oakland.
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Google launches Gemini, upping the stakes in the global AI race
Google took its next leap in artificial intelligence Wednesday with the launch of project Gemini, an AI model trained to behave in human-like ways that's likely to intensify the debate about the technology's potential promise and perils.
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.
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An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
Online tobacco retailers sued for unlawfully selling flavored products to SF residents
San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu said Wednesday the city is suing three online tobacco retailers for unlawfully selling flavored tobacco products and electronic cigarettes to consumers in San Francisco.
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.
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Cafe apologizes after workers make anti-Israel remarks, block woman from restroom
An Oakland coffee shop is apologizing for an incident after hate-speech graffiti was found in a restroom and how staffers handled a customer who tried to document it.
Hunter Biden indicted on federal tax charges
A federal grand jury in California has indicted Hunter Biden, son of President Biden, on nine counts of tax crimes, three felonies and six misdemeanors. Catherine Herridge has details.
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Hunter Biden indicted on tax crimes by special counsel
Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, was indicted in the Central District of California Thursday.
Nonpartisan legislative analyst: California faces record $68B budget deficit
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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
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Former KPIX reporter Hank Plante reflects on Dianne Feinstein's legacy
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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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Sean "Diddy" Combs denies accusations after new gang rape lawsuit
A woman has accused Sean "Diddy" Combs and two other men of gang raping her in 2003 when she was 17 years old.
Denny Laine, Moody Blues and Wings co-founder, dies at age 79
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Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
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Taylor Swift is TIME's 2023 Person of the Year
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SAG-AFTRA members approve labor deal with Hollywood studios
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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.
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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.
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Salvation Army toy drive organizer talks about success of San Rafael charity event
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Former Alaska Air pilot Joseph Emerson released from jail after not guilty plea
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Boyfriend of San Francisco tech worker Kimberly Wong arrested for her murder
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Radical concept still bringing fresh produce to hungry Bay Area families
California food banks used to distribute primarily canned and boxed food, but thanks to an innovative idea from a Bay Area man, they are also able to give away mostly fresh fruits and vegetables.
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
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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.
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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.
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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
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Santa Rosa college graduate multi-tasking her way to a master's degree, law school
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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.