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Palo Alto police are investigating whether a report of man exposing himself to a 13-year-old girl in early August may be tied to three other recent flashing incidents, police said Sunday.
Caltrain is still experiencing delays of more than an hour in the northbound direction and more than 40 minutes in the southbound direction following a fatal collision in Palo Alto Wednesday evening.
A man in his late teens was arrested Monday after police say he was driving under the influence when he fatally struck a pedestrian with his car in Palo Alto.
Palo Alto police are on high alert after a third incident this week in which a man exposed himself to a female victim.
lon Musk put all the Tesla fan boys and girls in a tizzy when he tweeted out a cryptic photo Oct. 1 leading up to Thursday's big announcement of a new electric car model.
Police are searching for a suspect in a series of office burglaries in Burlingame, San Mateo and Palo Alto who has been posing as an I.T. or construction worker.
Palo Alto police have released a suspect sketch after two young girls were the victims of indecent exposures about a half-mile apart earlier this week.
30 years ago Lucille Packard Children's Hospital performed an historic heart transplant on Lizzy Craze, she's 33 now and the longest living pediatric heart-transplant recipient in the U.S. to survive with an original donor heart.
One of the lesser-known events associated with Fleet Week took place Tuesday at the Palo Alto Veterans Affairs Hospital.
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested after shooting a 9-year-old acquaintance in the arm with a BB gun and demanding money from him, Palo Alto police said Monday.
Palo Alto police are seeking a man who brazenly stole the wheels off of a car in the city's Civic Center parking lot on Sept. 19 under the noses of parking officers.
Police are investigating a spike in burglaries occurring in the south end of Palo Alto, including one that happened last week.
A good Samaritan in Palo Alto inadvertently helped a wanted man evade capture for over four hours on Monday, after the suspect tried to pass a bad check at a bank, police said.
Following an hours-long search, Palo Alto police have arrested a 36-year-old man suspected of fraud and may be connected with an Oklahoma sex crime against a juvenile.
Two people on probation have been arrested after Palo Alto police found bags of U.S. Mail addressed to residences and a business, personal checks stolen from a mailbox and burglary tools.
It's the day Apple groupies have been waiting for. On Friday, the Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus went on sale across the country.
Police in Palo Alto are searching for a man who allegedly impersonated a police officer and displayed a weapon after stopping a teen boy who was riding a bicycle last week.
A woman shed a wig and clothes to avoid detection after robbing a Palo Alto bank Wednesday afternoon, but was caught without a change of shirt, police said Thursday.
An earthquake registering a magnitude of 2.9 struck in southern San Mateo County Wednesday evening, according to the U.S. Geological Survey's automated seismograph alert network.
New technology could make it easier to find a parking space in Palo Alto with an idea to give drivers information about open spaces in city garages.
Police are investigating a Sunday night shooting in East Palo Alto that killed one person and sent three people to the hospital.
Children between the ages of 4 and 8 are needed for a study on how the brain responds to milkshakes to better understand how individual differences in anticipating and tasting pleasurable foods influence risks of becoming overweight or obese.
District Attorney James Scott said there is insufficient evidence to prove that 21-year-old senior Leah Francis was raped by her ex-boyfriend in his home in Alaska over winter break.
More than two months after their cash drops became a phenomenon that spread across the country and around the world, the Bay Area duo behind the @hiddencash Twitter account said they are ending their experiment.
Palo Alto police are searching for a young man who allegedly groped a middle-aged woman Thursday evening as they walked their dogs near Stanford University, according to spokesman.
Despite Oakland's growing reputation as a destination for food and culture, a slow economic recovery in the city's downtown is continuing to take a toll on small businesses.
Dozens of dirt bikes and ATVs will be impounded after a group took over the Bay Bridge, causing eastbound traffic to come to a stop on Sunday, authorities said.
"I do think this particular job plays a more direct role in the everyday lives of Californians than just about any other role in state politics," said Caroline Heldman, a professor at Occidental College.
Dozens of Mountain View homes remain under a boil water advisory on Sunday, which is anticipated to remain in effect through the week.
Three people were killed and one person was arrested after a head-on crash on Highway 1 near Moss Landing late Saturday night, authorities said.
Despite Oakland's growing reputation as a destination for food and culture, a slow economic recovery in the city's downtown is continuing to take a toll on small businesses.
Dozens of dirt bikes and ATVs will be impounded after a group took over the Bay Bridge, causing eastbound traffic to come to a stop on Sunday, authorities said.
"I do think this particular job plays a more direct role in the everyday lives of Californians than just about any other role in state politics," said Caroline Heldman, a professor at Occidental College.
Dozens of Mountain View homes remain under a boil water advisory on Sunday, which is anticipated to remain in effect through the week.
Three people were killed and one person was arrested after a head-on crash on Highway 1 near Moss Landing late Saturday night, authorities said.
Dozens of dirt bikes and ATVs will be impounded after a group took over the Bay Bridge, causing eastbound traffic to come to a stop on Sunday, authorities said.
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz explains how fog in the Bay Area forms, helping make San Francisco the coldest major US city during the summertime.
One person was taken to a hospital after an e-bike caught on fire inside a room in San Francisco on Saturday night, firefighters said.
A San Francisco tech billionaire is leading an effort to bring back local crab in time for Thanksgiving, arguing the issue is about more than tradition.
It will go into effect at 11 a.m. and will remain through Sunday evening. The NWS said it was issued as there is an increased risk of sneaker waves and rip currents.
Despite Oakland's growing reputation as a destination for food and culture, a slow economic recovery in the city's downtown is continuing to take a toll on small businesses.
Dozens of dirt bikes and ATVs will be impounded after a group took over the Bay Bridge, causing eastbound traffic to come to a stop on Sunday, authorities said.
One person was arrested after a deadly wrong-way crash on Interstate 680 late Friday night in Concord, authorities said.
UC Berkeley hosted a conference for people who are imagining the true reach of human longevity.
According to Oakland Fire, two people were seriously injured, three had minor injuries, and two people refused care. Their condition as of Saturday afternoon was not known.
Dozens of Mountain View homes remain under a boil water advisory on Sunday, which is anticipated to remain in effect through the week.
Three people were killed and one person was arrested after a head-on crash on Highway 1 near Moss Landing late Saturday night, authorities said.
A Monterey County man is accused of multiple felonies, including attempted murder, human trafficking and weapons offenses, after he allegedly strangled a woman, authorities said.
Police in San Jose released sketches of two suspects as they seek to solve the cold case killing of a teenager.
Archaeologists are learning more about one of the oldest Chinese villages in California history, which is part of this reporter's own heritage.
A whale washed ashore on the Mendocino County coast, as researchers say the numbers of reported whale deaths appear to be rising on the West Coast.
Authorities in Sonoma County are seeking help from the public after a series of copper wire thefts have led to phone and internet service disruptions in the western part of the county.
A rock climber at a remote coastal area in Sonoma County who needed medical assistance after a fall was rescued by a helicopter crew over the weekend, authorities said.
Police in Santa Rosa have arrested a man on multiple felony charges after he allegedly slashed the tires of dozens of vehicles in a neighborhood.
Police are offering a reward for the public's help following an armed robbery and shooting at a Santa Rosa market over the weekend.
Jonathan Aranda hit a game-ending single in the 10th inning to cap a 4-for-5 afternoon, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the San Francisco Giants 2-1 to complete a three-game sweep.
Jonathan Aranda hit a two-run single in Tampa Bay's three-run fifth inning and the Rays defeated the San Francisco Giants 5-1.
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
Yandy Diaz and Junior Caminero homered to back six strong innings from Shane McClanahan and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the San Francisco Giants 3-0 on Friday night.
The Kentucky Derby saw a field of 18 horses Saturday in the first leg of the 2026 competition for horse racing's Triple Crown.
One person was arrested after a deadly wrong-way crash on Interstate 680 late Friday night in Concord, authorities said.
According to Oakland Fire, two people were seriously injured, three had minor injuries, and two people refused care. Their condition as of Saturday afternoon was not known.
Police said the investigation and arrests stem from a sideshow that happened on Sept. 25, 2025.
Three men were arrested after multiple Bay Area law enforcement agencies targeted child predators in a sting operation in Newark this week, police said Friday.
A Monterey County man is accused of multiple felonies, including attempted murder, human trafficking and weapons offenses, after he allegedly strangled a woman, authorities said.
As AI-generated music spreads, Spotify says it wants to help users "trust the authenticity" of what they're listening to.
A memory chip shortage is driving up computer prices for consumers, reversing a decades-long drop in hardware costs.
The technology uses ultra-low sound waves as a way to extinguish a fire. It was just a theory until 2015, when a pair of students at George Mason University demonstrated the world's first sonic fire extinguisher.
The new Department of Motor Vehicles regulations allow law enforcement agencies to issue notices of traffic violations to autonomous vehicle companies when their cars commit moving violations.
Elon Musk alleges that OpenAI reneged on a promise to operate as a nonprofit dedicated to human progress.
An ice cream company based in the San Francisco Bay Area is recalling dozens of products after they were sold without labels disclosing potentially dangerous allergens.
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.
"I do think this particular job plays a more direct role in the everyday lives of Californians than just about any other role in state politics," said Caroline Heldman, a professor at Occidental College.
Hundreds of workers and labor advocates gathered in East Oakland on Friday to mark May Day, also known as International Workers' Day, using the annual event to call for a range of political and economic changes.
May Day protesters disrupted access to the terminals at San Francisco and Oakland airports on Friday, authorities said.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
ICE reported the 18th death of an individual in its custody so far this year, putting the agency on track to record a new all-time high in detainee deaths.
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.
At Last Rites, the weekly gathering goes beyond simply watching a television show. For fans, it's an immersive experience, one that brings them closer to the world of "Survivor," and to each other.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Michael Tilson Thomas, the 12-time Grammy Award winning composer and famed conductor who led the San Francisco Symphony for a quarter century, has died.
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.
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.
Dozens of dirt bikes and ATVs will be impounded after a group took over the Bay Bridge, causing eastbound traffic to come to a stop on Sunday, authorities said.
Here's a look at the weather forecast Sunday evening.
As Downtown Oakland continues to struggle, a downtown wine bar says it will be closing in July.
A politics professor at Occidental College says California's insurance commissioner's race may have a bigger impact than any other role in state politics.
One person is suspected of driving under the influence after a deadly wrong-way crash on Interstate 680 late Friday night in Concord, authorities said.
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.