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The Northwest is bracing for a strong storm system fueled by an atmospheric river and bomb cyclone. What do those terms mean?
The National Weather Service's Climate Prediction Center is forecasting this winter to be dominated by a weak La Niña in the equatorial waters of the Pacific Ocean.
The USS Stewart, once called the "Ghost Ship of the Pacific," served in both the U.S. and Japanese navies during World War II.
Hone dumped so much rain on Hawaii that the National Weather Service called off its red flag warnings that strong winds could lead to wildfires on the drier sides of the islands.
In November, voters will be asked to decide if the Great Highway should be permanently closed to cars so it can be made into a new park and promenade.
Three mariners were rescued after they spelled out "HELP" with palm leaves on the beach. It marks the second time in four years that castaways were found on the same island.
Thousands of whale photos revealed that a single event known as "The Blob" managed to undo years of humpback whale recovery – and it could be a sign of what's to come.
Potentially deadly conditions are expected on the Pacific coast Thursday, prompting warnings from officials to stay away from the water.
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.
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.
In just a matter of hours, Otis strengthened into a major hurricane, threatening "catastrophic damage" along Mexico's Pacific coast before weakening.
NOAA said an upcoming El Nino winter will lead to a warmer winter. What does it mean for the Bay Area? Paul Heggen reports. (10/19/23)
A study from the University of Washington is revealing a threat to Pacific seabirds that is already in motion and may have heartbreaking consequences.
A study from the University of Washington is revealing a threat to Pacific seabirds that is already in motion and may have heartbreaking consequences.
Tim Shaddock told Australian TV he just needed "rest and good food, because I have been alone at sea a long time," after he was spotted by a helicopter.
Off the coast, biologists have seen a massive die-off of the kelp forests essential to a healthy ecosystem. Bringing back sea otters is being discussed as a possible solution. John Ramos reports. (6/28/23)
The health of the ocean off the Northern California coast is in trouble, as biologists have seen a massive die-off of the kelp forests that are essential to a healthy ecosystem. Scientists think bringing back sea otters may be one solution.
"This is something that might happen once a year if you are lucky," the marine tour company that saw the sperm whale trio said.
El Nino is a temporary and natural warming of parts of the equatorial Pacific, that causes droughts, floods and heat waves in different parts of the world. Jessica Burch reports.
Scientists set world records for the deepest fish ever recorded on video, as well as the deepest catch, while exploring trenches off Japan.
The oceans have been record-warm for four years. Then, in mid-March, climatologists noted that global sea surface temperature climbed to a new high.
Almost 5,800 pounds of cocaine, worth more than $87 million, was found on board the roughly 50-foot-long submarine, officials said.
Most of the heavy rain and storm has passed, but isolated severe thunderstorms are possible for parts of the Bay Area, the National Weather Service said.
Under a new insurance regulation that just got approved this week, California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara said homeowners should have an easier time buying fire insurance, even in fire-prone areas.
Firefighters in San Jose rescued multiple residents as they worked to contain a two-alarm fire at an apartment building that broke out Friday evening, according to authorities.
For the 36th year, San Francisco Interfaith Shelter is back open, providing a warm place to sleep for people experiencing homelessness during the coldest months of the year.
The "Nutcracker" is a Bay Area holiday tradition, with the first U.S. production of the iconic Christmas ballet staged in San Francisco 80 years ago.
Most of the heavy rain and storm has passed, but isolated severe thunderstorms are possible for parts of the Bay Area, the National Weather Service said.
Under a new insurance regulation that just got approved this week, California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara said homeowners should have an easier time buying fire insurance, even in fire-prone areas.
Firefighters in San Jose rescued multiple residents as they worked to contain a two-alarm fire at an apartment building that broke out Friday evening, according to authorities.
For the 36th year, San Francisco Interfaith Shelter is back open, providing a warm place to sleep for people experiencing homelessness during the coldest months of the year.
The "Nutcracker" is a Bay Area holiday tradition, with the first U.S. production of the iconic Christmas ballet staged in San Francisco 80 years ago.
Most of the heavy rain and storm has passed, but isolated severe thunderstorms are possible for parts of the Bay Area, the National Weather Service said.
For the 36th year, San Francisco Interfaith Shelter is back open, providing a warm place to sleep for people experiencing homelessness during the coldest months of the year.
The "Nutcracker" is a Bay Area holiday tradition, with the first U.S. production of the iconic Christmas ballet staged in San Francisco 80 years ago.
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency director of transportation Jeffrey Tumlin has announced he will leave his position as the head of the transit agency at the end of 2024.
BART train service was not operating on the Red Line between San Francisco International Airport and Millbrae on Friday morning because of a trackside equipment problem, according to the transit agency.
Most of the heavy rain and storm has passed, but isolated severe thunderstorms are possible for parts of the Bay Area, the National Weather Service said.
BART police released body camera footage Friday from two officers who were involved in a November traffic stop at the Union City station parking lot during which one of them shot and injured the woman they pulled over.
The Port of Oakland is appealing a court ruling that temporarily blocks it from using its new airport name, San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport.
The Grinch almost stole Christmas from an East Bay family. A group of thieves raided a Benicia business and drove off with 51 years of memories and something that still connected Michael Dodge with his late father - a 1973 Chevrolet Corvette.
A man was shot and killed in a residential neighborhood a block south of Oakland's Park Boulevard on Wednesday night, according to police.
Firefighters in San Jose rescued multiple residents as they worked to contain a two-alarm fire at an apartment building that broke out Friday evening, according to authorities.
Police in Santa Cruz have arrested a man on suspicion of a hate crime after a LGBTQ+ bar in the city's downtown was vandalized early Tuesday morning.
San Jose officials including Mayor Matt Mahan are objecting to a judge's recent decision to release the suspect in a deadly DUI crash that killed a community service officer on bail.
Monterey County prosecutors announced Thursday that a man has been convicted of first-degree murder for attacking and killing a man with an axe while in a meth-induced psychosis at a King City Motel 6 in 2022.
Hundreds of people gathered in the 1500 block of Grove Street in San Francisco on Wednesday in a mood both solemn and celebratory as the street was renamed for Aubrey Abrakasa Jr., a 17-year-old boy who was killed there 18 years ago.
Most of the heavy rain and storm has passed, but isolated severe thunderstorms are possible for parts of the Bay Area, the National Weather Service said.
The National Weather Service has issued flood and wind watches for parts of the Bay Area, as a strong storm is set to arrive in the Bay Area just in time for the weekend.
A small, unassuming building within the harsh concrete gates and extensive security of San Quentin Rehabilitation Center is open to the public, filled with often unsettling artifacts from the history of California's most infamous prison.
At least one person was killed following multiple crashes on eastbound Interstate Highway 80 in Solano County early Tuesday morning that slowed traffic for hours, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Two people were hospitalized Thursday night following a house fire in Martinez, fire officials said.
NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss told fans worried about his health that he's a "cancer survivor" in an Instagram livestream Friday afternoon.
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said linebacker De'Vondre Campbell won't be part of the team moving forward after he refused to enter a game after losing his starting job.
Joshua Karty kicked four field goals and the Los Angeles Rams survived a soggy slugfest a week after winning a shootout, beating the San Francisco 49ers 12-6 in a key game in the NFC West race.
Rookie Macklin Celebrini scored twice and had an assist in the San Jose Sharks' 4-3 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Thursday night.
The San Francisco 49ers activated linebacker Dre Greenlaw to play Thursday night against the Los Angeles Rams for his first action since tearing his left Achilles tendon in last season's Super Bowl.
BART police released body camera footage Friday from two officers who were involved in a November traffic stop at the Union City station parking lot during which one of them shot and injured the woman they pulled over.
The New York Field Office of the FBI on Friday confirmed that San Francisco police provided a tip regarding the possible identity of the suspect in the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City last week.
Police in Santa Cruz have arrested a man on suspicion of a hate crime after a LGBTQ+ bar in the city's downtown was vandalized early Tuesday morning.
The Grinch almost stole Christmas from an East Bay family. A group of thieves raided a Benicia business and drove off with 51 years of memories and something that still connected Michael Dodge with his late father - a 1973 Chevrolet Corvette.
State prosecutors said the couple was traveling in a pickup truck in the municipality of Angamacutiro when they were shot and killed.
TikTok is now expected to ask the Supreme Court to weigh in.
Jurors in the trial of Nima Momeni, the man charged with murdering Cash App founder Bob Lee in San Francisco, were unable to reach a verdict during the sixth day of deliberations since getting the case.
Character.AI users can create original chatbots or interact with existing bots. Two lawsuits allege those bots harmed teen users.
Researchers at Stanford University believe a newly developed AI tool could help in the fight against cancer and other diseases.
Google unleashed another wave of artificial intelligence designed to tackle more of the work and thinking done by humans as it tries to stay on the technology's cutting edge while also trying to fend off regulatory threats.
Researchers at Stanford University believe a newly developed AI tool could help in the fight against cancer and other diseases.
Striking San Francisco hotel workers are attempting to discourage people from attending a major healthcare conference in January.
At least 364 pertussis cases were reported, marking the worst Thanksgiving week on record.
A recent study from Stanford Medicine emphasized the importance of "Kangaroo Care" for premature newborns, citing that the skin-to-skin care method improves the child's cognitive health and stabilizes the newborn's heart rate.
Feds warn against eating multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads, wraps, party trays and meal kits.
TikTok is now expected to ask the Supreme Court to weigh in.
Tech companies are sending big bucks to President-elect Donald Trump's nonprofit inaugural committee.
The Supreme Court said it will wade into a case over whether California can set its own vehicle emissions standards under a scheme laid out in the Clean Air Act.
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency director of transportation Jeffrey Tumlin has announced he will leave his position as the head of the transit agency at the end of 2024.
The California Coastal Commission unanimously approved the permanent closure of San Francisco's Upper Great Highway following Proposition K's passage in November.
Police in Santa Cruz have arrested a man on suspicion of a hate crime after a LGBTQ+ bar in the city's downtown was vandalized early Tuesday morning.
The building located off Folsom Street will include 42 units for young adults ages 18 to 24.
San Jose State's volleyball team was the subject of a national debate about women in sports.
A look at key dates before and during the San Jose State women's volleyball season marked by multiple forfeits by teams claiming the Spartans have a transgender player.
San Jose State says it's disappointed that Boise State forfeited its semifinal match in the Mountain West women's volleyball tournament but is focused on the future.
The "Nutcracker" is a Bay Area holiday tradition, with the first U.S. production of the iconic Christmas ballet staged in San Francisco 80 years ago.
Whether it's a photo of the Golden Gate Bridge from a never-before-seen angle, a handmade burnished clay pot or a Peruvian alpaca shawl, holiday craft fairs all over the Bay Area offer wares ranging from the whimsical to the useful and always original.
Bonnie Raitt reflects on her 50-year career, including iconic hits like "I Can't Make You Love Me" to her recent Kennedy Center honor.
Legendary ska/punk/funk outfit Fishbone return to the Bay Area on their Red Hot Holiday Tour next week, headlining shows in Petaluma, Santa Cruz and San Francisco.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom announced the 18th class inductees on Thursday.
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.
with Zoe Mintz.
CBS News Bay Area morning edition headlines for Dec. 14, 2024. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
Loureen Ayyoub reports on the San Francisco Ballet continuing its holiday "Nutcracker" tradition after labor dispute settled.
CBS News Bay Area evening headlines for Dec. 13, 2024. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
Katie Nielsen reports on Scouting America donating over $16,000 and more than 41,000 pounds of food to the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank.
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.
An Oakland woman has brought the joy of dance and an appreciation for African American culture to performers and audiences for 52 years.
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.