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The California Public Utilities Commission voted unanimously Thursday to delay until next year a decision on accepting a proposed legal settlement between the commission and PG&E for the utility's role in causing the Dixie Fire in 2021.
The California Public Utilities Commission is set to weigh three proposals for PG&E rate hikes, ranging from 9% to 26%
Pacific Gas & Electric wants to bury many of its power lines in areas threatened by wildfires. But state regulators are balking at the utility's plan because it would take too long and cost $5.9 billion.
As PG&E moves forward with the utility's plan to bury thousands of miles of power lines underground, there are some who question whether there's a cheaper alternative to keep the Bay Area safe.
As PG&E moves forward with the utility's plan to bury thousands of miles of power lines underground, there are some who question whether there's a cheaper alternative. Juliette Goodrich reports. (10-13-23)
PG&E wants to raise its revenue by 26 percent, meaning customers will have to start paying more.
Power bills for about 16 million people in Northern California will likely increase after state regulators released two rate proposals for one of the nation's largest utilities Wednesday.
Environmental groups are calling on federal regulators to immediately shut down one of two reactors at California's last nuclear power plant.
Hot weather and windy, dry conditions have led Pacific Gas and Electric to enact public safety power shutoffs in parts of the Bay Area and Northern California to help prevent wildfires.
According to the latest crime statistics from Oakland police, robberies are up 22% compared to this same time last year, and among the victims are utility crews.
Jose Martinez reports on concerns of one Santa Rosa resident over plans PG&E had to reduce reduce tree-trimming as part of its fire mitigation efforts (8-2-2023)
Reports that PG&E is significantly cutting back on its tree-trimming efforts across Northern California as a way of reducing wildfire risk is raising safety concerns for some Bay Area residents.
San Francisco firefighters evacuated a block of Sussex Street in Glen Park for about two hours after a water department crew apparently hit a gas line Sunday morning, authorities said.
One car and several windows are damaged following an explosive fire at an underground electrical vault in the Pacific Heights neighborhood Saturday evening.
Hundreds of PG&E customers in San Francisco are expected to be without power until Saturday after an underground equipment failure caused an outage affecting thousands Wednesday night, a utility spokesperson said.
Hundreds of PG&E customers in San Francisco are expected to be without power until Saturday after an underground equipment failure. Anne Makovec reports. (4-27-23)
A new proposal that would lower energy bills for some and raise them for others based on household income is drawing a lot of attention. Devin Fehely reports. (4-17-23)
As state and local officials begin mandating electric-only appliances, PG&E is experiencing long backlogs to approve upgrade necessary for many older homes.
A mudslide caused by the recent storms has mangled a Marin County road, causing it to buckle and break into pieces as well as impacting two PG&E gas transmission lines and an aqueduct.
Justin Andrews reports on the impacts a mudslide in Novato is having on area roadways and utilities (3-23-2023)
Nearly 65,000 PG&E customers around the Bay Area remained without power Wednesday afternoon after a storm this week brought rain and high winds to the region, according to the utility.
More than 75,000 homes in the South Bay were without power on Wednesday, after intense winds from Tuesday’s atmospheric river storm knocked the power out. Max Darrow reports. (3/15/23)
Police released surveillance video Wednesday of a recent attack on a PG&E transformer in San Jose, one of two recent transformer attacks allegedly by a man whose home contained an array of explosive devices.
Protesters gathered outside a PG&E wildfire mitigation conference in San Ramon Tuesday, demanding Gov. Gavin Newsom take action against the utility company over the series of deadly wildfires over the past several years blamed on its equipment.
PG&E customers can expect a significant decrease in their March natural gas bills after distributing a bi-annual credit earlier than usual, according to the company.
San Francisco police are investigating after a woman was found dead during a welfare check on Nov. 30.
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.
A house exploded in Arlington, Virginia, as police tried to execute a search warrant following reports of a suspect firing a flare gun.
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.
A group of Oakland teachers are planning a "teach-in" Wednesday that shows the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and its history through a Palestinian perspective.
San Francisco police are investigating after a woman was found dead during a welfare check on Nov. 30.
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.
A house exploded in Arlington, Virginia, as police tried to execute a search warrant following reports of a suspect firing a flare gun.
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.
A group of Oakland teachers are planning a "teach-in" Wednesday that shows the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and its history through a Palestinian perspective.
San Francisco police are investigating after a woman was found dead during a welfare check on Nov. 30.
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.
City leaders in San Francisco announced the results of a recent crackdown on auto burglaries, saying there has been a steep decline in break-ins over the last three months.
California regulators say a San Francisco robotaxi service owned by General Motors covered up an accident involving one of its driverless cars, raising the specter they may add a fine to the recent suspension of its California license.
A man was taken to the hospital after being found shot near San Francisco's Japantown neighborhood Monday morning.
A group of Oakland teachers are planning a "teach-in" Wednesday that shows the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and its history through a Palestinian perspective.
A man accused of driving his car into four women in San Lorenzo was charged with attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon, the Alameda County District Attorney's Office said.
Oakland police said someone was shot and killed Monday afternoon in the city's Merritt neighborhood.
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.
Oakland Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Kyla Johnson-Trammell on Monday issued a statement reminding parents of an "unsanctioned teach-in" focusing on the Israel-Hamas conflict planned for later this week.
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.
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.
On Monday, the Palo Alto city council will discuss expanding and permanently establishing the Safe Parking program.
Palo Alto police arrested a woman Thursday night they say entered an occupied home to steal items, then later stole a package from the porch of another home.
On World AIDS Day, a solemn gathering at the Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center in San Jose honored the memory of those lost.
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.
A fire at a Santa Rosa apartment complex on Monday displaced 27 people, fire officials said.
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.
A vehicle hit and killed a pedestrian on eastbound Highway 37 near Skaggs Road in Solano County early Sunday morning.
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.
Philadelphia Eagles head of security Dom DiSandro was ejected from Sunday's loss against the 49ers after an altercation with linebacker Dre Greenlaw.
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.
The New York Rangers held on to beat the San Jose Sharks 6-5 on Sunday night.
Paul George made a 3-pointer with nine seconds remaining, giving the Clippers their first lead of the game and a 113-112 victory over the Warriors Saturday.
The San Jose Sharks beat the New Jersey Devils 6-3 on Friday night for their first road win this season.
San Francisco police are investigating after a woman was found dead during a welfare check on Nov. 30.
City leaders in San Francisco announced the results of a recent crackdown on auto burglaries, saying there has been a steep decline in break-ins over the last three months.
A man accused of driving his car into four women in San Lorenzo was charged with attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon, the Alameda County District Attorney's Office said.
Oakland police said someone was shot and killed Monday afternoon in the city's Merritt neighborhood.
A man was taken to the hospital after being found shot near San Francisco's Japantown neighborhood Monday morning.
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.
The update patches two vulnerabilities, includes no new features to the operating system.
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.
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
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.
The sidewalks of San Francisco's Castro District became the site of a sprawling memorial on World AIDS Day.
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
An alternative California mental health court has received more than 100 petitions after seven counties began the program in October.
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.
A Marin County supervisor and mother is sounding the alarm about the dangers of youth riding e-bikes after two trauma doctors alerted her to a concerning spike in injuries related to e-bikes since the Covid pandemic began.
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.
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.
Former President Donald Trump intends to appeal a ruling that upheld a gag order in his civil fraud trial in New York.
Office of Management and Budget Director Shalanda Young sent a dire warning to Congress Monday.
An army of conservative activists is poring over state voter lists in search of registration errors that can be used to file what are known as voter challenges.
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 will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
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.
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.
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.
With Neil Peart they became Canada's most legendary rock group. Lifeson and Lee (author of a new memoir, "My Effin' Life") talk about their particular blend of musicianship; how tragedy upended the band; and what might constitute Rush's next chapter.
Beyoncé ruled the box office this weekend with $21 million in North American ticket sales, according to estimates from AMC Theatres Sunday.
Atlanta-based garage-rock veterans the Woggles bring their high-energy mix of R&B, surf and rockabilly influences to the stage at the Bottom of the Hill Tuesday night.
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.
San Francisco police found the San Francisco tech worker during a welfare check.
Kelsi Thorud reports on a resolution being put forward at the San Francisco Board of Supervisors meeting calling for a Gaza cease-fire
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Kenny Choi reports on a waterline proposal that would help the endangered coho salmon population and would help Muir Beach residents be more water resilient
Max Darrow reports on a Marine veteran who teaches yoga at his own studio and at prisons.
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.
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.
A Hayward teacher is using the timeless work of Shakespeare to inspire his elementary students to dream big.
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.
A Vietnam veteran from Santa Rosa has made it his mission to make sure unhoused veterans are not forgotten.
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.
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.
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.
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.
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.