Oakland 6-Year-Old Wounded By Stray New Year's Bullet
A 6-year-old girl playing her Oakland backyard early Tuesday was struck by a stray bullet fired in an illegal New Year celebration.
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A 6-year-old girl playing her Oakland backyard early Tuesday was struck by a stray bullet fired in an illegal New Year celebration.
Each year Wanda Johnson, her family and the Oakland community make the same resolution on New Year's Day. They resolve to fight to keep Oscar Grant's legacy alive.
Ten years after 22-year-old Oscar Grant was shot and killed by BART police officer Johannes Mehserle at an Oakland station, the transit agency's department looks much different.
A vigil will be held Tuesday to remember Oscar Grant III, who was fatally shot 10 years ago by a BART police officer.
It was a matter of life and death in 2015 when California Gov. Jerry Brown pondered an assisted suicide bill granting terminally ill people the right to choose when they die. After much speculation, Brown signed the measure.
The Golden State Warriors made history Thursday night against the Portland Trailblazers, registering their 311th consecutive sellout game.
An Alameda County Superior Court judge Thursday suspended criminal proceedings against a transient charged with murder for the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old Nia Wilson at the MacArthur BART station in July, saying he finds there is "substantial evidence" the man is mentally incompetent to stand trial.
An Oakland police vehicle was stolen from the Oakland Coliseum during Monday night's Raiders game and was later recovered with minor damage
Oakland resident Robert Allums has been homeless for more than a year, living out of his pick-up truck. He's become accustomed to moving place to place, always on the hunt for somewhere to park and sleep for the night.
Fans celebrated the Oakland Raiders victory against the Denver Broncos with mixed feelings and heavy hearts Monday night.
Dwayne Harris returned a punt 99 yards for a touchdown after Denver failed to down it, and the Raiders gave their fans plenty to celebrate in their possible final game in Oakland, beating the Broncos 27-14 on Monday night.
If this was, in fact, the last home game the Raiders will ever play in Oakland, the weather was appropriate for the occasion.
The two-time defending NBA champion Golden State Warriors will host 32 students from Oakland public schools for a special game experience on Christmas Day when the team takes on the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Oakland Raiders' game against the Denver Broncos on Monday night could mark the team's last game at the Oakland Coliseum before relocating to Las Vegas.
At least one person has died following a shooting in downtown Oakland on Sunday night, according to police.
The mobile payment company Square is moving to uptown Oakland. It's one of the city's largest real estate deals ever but people have mixed feelings about the tech company's arrival.
A man was taken to a hospital for treatment Friday morning after he was pistol-whipped during a violent robbery near the MacArthur BART station in Oakland.
A new judge will be assigned to preside over the trial next year for Ghost Ship master tenant Derick Almena and creative director Max Harris on 36 counts of involuntary manslaughter.
Deputies with the Alameda County Sheriff's Department intercepted an unusual intruder at the Oakland Airport early Thursday morning: a young wayward seal.
After traveling thousands of miles in a desperate race with time, Shaima Swileh was finally able to comfort her dying son Thursday in an Oakland hospital.
The lawyer for the man accused of fatally stabbing Oakland teenager Nia Wilson in a random attack at the MacArthur BART station told a judge Thursday her client suffers from paranoia and is not fit to stand trial for murder.
At a graduation ceremony for Dewey Academy's Class of 2018, Nia Wilson's parents proudly accepted her high school diploma for her during a heartfelt ceremony.
A mother who has been stuck in Egypt under the Trump administration's travel ban is set to arrive in the Bay Area Wednesday night for a final visit with her dying son.
A Yemeni mother was granted a visa early Tuesday to travel to the Bay Area from Egypt so that she can be at her dying son's bedside at an Oakland hospital.
Tech firm founder Marc Benioff and his wife Lynne have given a $15 million gift to UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland to address a shortage in mental health services for children in the East Bay.
A man wanted in connection with a deadly double shooting in East Palo Alto was arrested in Mexico after more than seven years on the run, prosecutors said.
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touched down in California's Central Valley on Tuesday.
The company behind Truth Social has lost more than $1 billion since going public two years ago, while its shares have tumbled 58% during the past 12 months.
The U.S.-Iran war isn't just driving prices higher for gasoline. Petrochemicals derived from oil and natural gas go into making more than 6,000 consumer products, the Department of Energy says.
A man wanted in connection with a deadly double shooting in East Palo Alto was arrested in Mexico after more than seven years on the run, prosecutors said.
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touched down in California's Central Valley on Tuesday.
The company behind Truth Social has lost more than $1 billion since going public two years ago, while its shares have tumbled 58% during the past 12 months.
The Oakland woman said she searched far and wide for her pet, Dash, with no luck. Shethen turned to the Internet for help, posting pictures and details about Dash's disappearance on several apps.
A man wanted in connection with a deadly double shooting in East Palo Alto was arrested in Mexico after more than seven years on the run, prosecutors said.
Economists say the next phase of recovery hinges on bringing back international visitors, especially from China, who historically spend more and stay longer.
Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are expected across the region beginning around 10 a.m. Residents may see lightning, heavy rainfall and small hail through the morning.
A Daly City patrol vehicle struck two bicyclists in San Francisco on Monday, the fire department said. Both cyclists were taken to the hospital in serious condition, San Francisco Fire said.
Police in Redwood City issued a warning to residents of a neighborhood Monday morning, after coyotes were spotted in the area.
Crimson is a mountain lion cub who was found alone in the Santa Monica Mountains. One of the youngest animals the Oakland Zoo has ever taken in, and likely one of its cutest.
Crews unearthed the skeletal remains on April 15, and the Alameda County Coroner's Office determined they were not connected to any crime and that they were likely of Native American origin.
Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are expected across the region beginning around 10 a.m. Residents may see lightning, heavy rainfall and small hail through the morning.
On Tuesday, councilmembers tentatively approved a change in the law, increasing the number of signatures from 50 to 200.
Two people are dead and another is in critical condition following a shooting in East Oakland on Saturday night, officials said.
A San Jose man suspected of attacking a customer at a local bakery late last year was arrested by authorities more than 1,500 miles away in Arkansas.
Authorities in the San Francisco Bay Area said they busted a suspected retail theft crew allegedly linked to nearly 100 retail thefts across Northern California and Nevada.
An 18-year-old San Jose man was charged with the sexual assault and murder of his 2-year-old foster brother, authorities said on Monday.
A San Jose teen is facing multiple felony charges, including murder and sexual assault, following the death of his two-year-old foster brother, authorities said.
A multi-vehicle crash in San Jose has left one person dead and closed roadways in the city's Little Saigon area, police said.
With weather forecasts calling for rain and reservoirs at, or nearing, capacity, it seems strange to think that parts of Sonoma Water are under a "dry water supply" designation.
A teenager that police said was involved in a deadly crash in Novato earlier this month has been arrested after being released from the hospital.
Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are expected across the region beginning around 10 a.m. Residents may see lightning, heavy rainfall and small hail through the morning.
In 2019, a company called Catalyst Properties approached the city of Larkspur with an idea. They convinced the city to pair up with a newly formed organization to create tax-free bonds as a way to purchase apartment complexes, turning them into middle-income housing.
A woman wielding a knife allegedly threatened people outside a supermarket in Santa Rosa before officers used less-than-lethal devices to immobilize her and take her into custody, police said on Monday.
The San Francisco 49ers and star left tackle Trent Williams have agreed to a two-year, $50 million contract that gives the team clarity about the future of one of its most important players before the NFL draft.
Ousseni Bouda scored two goals in the second half, ending Hugo Lloris' 593-minute scoreless run to begin the season, and the San Jose Earthquakes stunned Los Angeles FC 4-1 in an early Western Conference showdown.
The multiyear rebuild era for the San Jose Sharks is complete.
Curtis Mead hit a two-run homer, Andrew Alvarez worked 4 1/3 sharp innings in relief and the Washington Nationals beat the San Francisco Giants 3-0 to avoid a three-game sweep.
Golden State coach Steve Kerr is contemplating his future, the four-time NBA champion coach suggesting after the Warriors' season ended that there is a chance he might not be back with the club next season.
A man wanted in connection with a deadly double shooting in East Palo Alto was arrested in Mexico after more than seven years on the run, prosecutors said.
Opening statements began in the trial of two people charged in the 2022 K Street shooting, the deadliest mass shooting in Sacramento's history.
Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office launched a criminal investigation into OpenAI after reviewing conversation logs between ChatGPT and a Florida State University student accused of killing two people last year.
A teenager that police said was involved in a deadly crash in Novato earlier this month has been arrested after being released from the hospital.
A San Jose man suspected of attacking a customer at a local bakery late last year was arrested by authorities more than 1,500 miles away in Arkansas.
The company behind Truth Social has lost more than $1 billion since going public two years ago, while its shares have tumbled 58% during the past 12 months.
The Oakland woman said she searched far and wide for her pet, Dash, with no luck. Shethen turned to the Internet for help, posting pictures and details about Dash's disappearance on several apps.
Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office launched a criminal investigation into OpenAI after reviewing conversation logs between ChatGPT and a Florida State University student accused of killing two people last year.
The Consumer Federation of America accused Meta of allowing scam advertisements to "proliferate on its platforms."
Apple CEO Tim Cook will step down in August and become executive chairman of Apple's board.
Health officials in San Francisco announced Wednesday that an infant who recently traveled outside the United States has tested positive for measles.
A dead bat found at a Fremont home earlier this week has tested positive for the deadly rabies virus, according to authorities.
An East Bay woman is using the sport of pickleball to help find a cure for Parkinson's disease.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
The early-season heat wave gripping the Bay Area also means the allergy season is already kicking into high gear.
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
Price Johnson, chief financial officer of game maker Cephalofair, is among those now filing claims
President Trump said he's extending the ceasefire until Iran has submitted a proposal in talks with the U.S. "and discussions are concluded."
A federal grand jury indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center on wire and bank fraud-related charges on Tuesday, the Justice Department says, accusing it of paying members of extremist groups as part of its efforts to investigate them.
A North Bay marijuana growing business said the industry has not panned out as many hoped it would when recreational marijuana was legalized.
Philz Coffee will once again sport the Pride flag at its cafés after a directive to have them and other flags removed created a backlash.
The Trump administration agreed to restore the Stonewall National Monument's Pride flag in Greenwich Village after it was removed.
Philz Coffee's move to remove the Pride flag and all other flags from their stores is brewing up some strong reaction.
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday.
The Trump administration has given San Jose State University 10 days to change its policy on transgender athletes or face legal action and possibly lose federal funding.
Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
Adrian Arias's work, entitled "Layers of the Mission: A Celebration of Memory and Resilience," is intended to bring attention to who he describes as real-life neighborhood heroes.
City leadership recently passed legislation that they say will help established event activators plan and execute at a much faster pace.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
Meteorologist and CBS News Bay Area's resident pilot Lt. Jessica Burch got a treat during Fleet Week, taking to the skies with one of the Blue Angels.
A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
Expect showers to taper off Wednesday, with dry conditions returning on Thursday. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Kara St. Cyr reports on a scam involving AI and lost pets.
Itay Hod reports on Crimson, the mountain lion cub.
Max Darrow reports on the BARK program at California prisons.
Kenny Choi reports on the San Francisco tourism industry.
In 2025, KPIX is moving to a new community service award: the CBS News Bay Area Icon Award. Submit nominations for an outstanding community hero at kpix.com/icon.
It's the most wonderful time of the year for a South Bay woman who has played Mrs. Claus for more than 40 years for the children of North San Jose's Alviso District.
For residents of the Oakland Hills, the prospect of another wildfire always remains a concern. This week's Jefferson Awards winner has made it his mission to make the hills and other high-risk areas safer.
In East Palo Alto -- where state education numbers show more than nine in ten public school students are low income and more than half are English learners -- many are finding hope and connection at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula.
This week's Jefferson Award winner is Army veteran who continues to live a life of service into his 80s, by feeding hundreds of San Francisco families a week.
A Bay Area man who overcame tremendous obstacles to excel in school has made it his mission to gear up other students for success in the classroom and in life.
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
Samir Hooker had to grow up fast after his stepfather was shot dead 12 years ago. Now he is watching over his mom and sister while attending UC Berkeley.
It's hard enough to graduate from one of the most prestigious schools in the country when you're the first in your family to go to college. Imagine doing that while you're also trying to protect your parents from being deported?
Some students who are the first in their families to go to college face the challenge of balancing a rigorous academic load while still working to help support their family back home.