Wade Homers Twice, Giants Bounce Back to Beat Pirates
LaMonte Wade Jr. homered twice and the San Francisco Giants avoided a three-game sweep, beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-1 on Sunday.
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Pirates Stop 4-Game Skid, Beat Giants 6-4
Bryan Reynolds homered, Adam Frazier drew a bases-loaded walk to force in the go-ahead run in the seventh inning when Pittsburgh scored three times without a hit, and the Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 6-4 on Friday night.
Wood Improves to 5-0 as Giants Beat Pirates
Alex Wood pitched six innings while keeping his perfect record intact and Mike Yastrzemski hit a game-sealing home run as the Giants beat the Pirates 4-1 on Sunday.
Stalling Hits Game-Ending, 2-Run Homer, Pirates Beat Giants 8-6
Jacob Stallings hit a two-out, two-run homer in the ninth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied past the San Francisco Giants 8-6 on Saturday night.
Pirates Rally Past Giants 3-2 in 11 Innings
The Pittsburgh Pirates rallied for a 3-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Friday night.
DeSclafani, Duggar Lead Giants Over Pirates 3-1
Anthony DeSclafani allowed one hit over five scoreless innings and Steven Duggar hit his first home run in nearly two years to lead the San Francisco Giants past the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-1 on Thursday night.
Walks, Errors, 'Cheap Runs' Haunt Giants In 6-3 Loss To Pirates
Felipe Vázquez earned his 27th save two days after punching Kyle Crick in the clubhouse as the Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 6-3 on Wednesday night.
Pirates Rally Past A's on 3-Run Homer in 13th
Starling Marte hit a game-ending three-run homer in the 13th inning, rallying the Pittsburgh Pirates past Oakland 5-3 on Sunday.
Pirates Rally Past A's 6-4
Kevin Newman hit a go-ahead two-run triple in the seventh inning and the Pirates rallied past the A's 6-4 on Saturday night.
Posey Ends Homer Drought, Giants Edge Pirates 3-2
Buster Posey swatted a three-run shot off Chris Archer and tagged Pittsburgh's Jung Ho Kang at the plate for the final out as the Giants edged the Pirates 3-2 on Sunday.
Lyles, Marte, González Hurt in Pirates' Win Over Giants
The short-handed Pittsburgh Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 4-1 Friday night.
Rodriguez Sparkles In Giants Win Over Pirates
Dereck Rodriguez pitched seven innings of two-hit ball to continue his sparkling rookie season and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Sunday.
Posey, McCutchen Lead Giants Past Pirates 13-10
Buster Posey got four hits, Andrew McCutchen homered against his former team and the Giants defeated the Pirates 13-10 on Friday night.
Pirates Hit 3 HRs in 10-5 Win Over Giants
Rhe Pittsburgh Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 10-5 on Thursday night.
Hernandez, Hundley Help Giants Beat Pirates, Stop Slide
The Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-0 Sunday to stop a season-high six game-losing streak.
Pirates Rip Giants 11-2 in McCutchen's Return to Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Giants 11-2 on Friday night in Andrew McCutchen's return to PNC Park.
The Baseball Report: Mets, Angels, Pirates All Off To Fast Starts
Three teams have been red-hot out of the gates this April and they aren't necessarily who you'd expect.
New Giants Star Andrew McCutchen Sits Down With Vern Glenn
Giants fans, you're going to love new outfielder Andrew McCutchen. Once the face of the Pirates franchise, the 2013 MVP sat down with me
San Francisco Trades For 5-Time All-Star Andrew McCutchen
Nearly a month after adding Evan Longoria to their lineup, the San Francisco Giants have agreed to a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates for five-time All-Star outfielder Andrew McCutchen.
Samardzija Shines In Giants Win Over Pirates
Brandon Belt doubled in the go-ahead run in the bottom of the seventh inning in support of starter Jeff Samardzija, who threw seven strong innings in the San Francisco Giants' 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday.
3-Run Homers Costly For Giants Against Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates will have the advantage of recent form and revenge motivation when they open a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday night at AT&T Park.
Brandon Belt Leads Giants Over Pirates for 6th Straight Win
Brandon Belt started San Francisco's comeback with an RBI single in a three-run seventh inning, then added a two-run homer in the eighth.
Giants Still Streaking, Edge Pirates 2-1 In 11
Pirates right-hander Daniel Hudson was only thinking about Giants star Buster Posey when he uncorked a full-count slider Saturday.
Giants Pummel Pirates 13-5
The Giants pounced on Pittsburgh starter Gerrit Cole for seven runs then added six more against the bullpen to rout the Pirates 13-5 on Friday night.
30 Players: Josh Bell Ready To Showcase Bat For Pirates
The Pirates are hoping the young first baseman can improve upon his debut late last season.
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9-year-old boy drowns in Mountain View apartment complex pool
A 9-year-old boy has died in a drowning at an apartment complex in Mountain View on Wednesday, police said.
Longtime Berkeley restaurant hopeful about reopening after losing lease
Staff and longtime customers have been saying their final farewells to Cesar on Shattuck, but the owners have some news that could change the future for the beloved restaurant.
Giants rally late to beat Diamondbacks, snap 6-game skid
Austin Slater hit a tiebreaking bases-loaded double in the ninth inning and the San Francisco Giants rallied from an early four-run deficit, beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-5 Wednesday night and snapping a six-game skid.
Parade suspect confessed and considered a second attack, officials say
Authorities said the suspect "went into details about what he had done" in an interview with investigators.
Rising monkeypox cases in Bay Area raise concern among health officials
Health officials are raising concerns about the ongoing monkeypox outbreak, as cases continue to grow in the Bay Area and around the state.
FDA allows California pharmacists to prescribe Paxlovid for COVID-19
Federal regulators authorized state-licensed pharmacists Wednesday to prescribe the COVID-19 medication Paxlovid, enabling eligible patients to receive the medication over the counter.
Bay Area gas prices may soon drop below $6/gallon as crude oil falls
The price of crude oil dropped below $100 per barrel this week for the first time in several months. While it won't have an immediate impact on gas prices in the Bay Area, industry experts say it should in a few weeks.
Oldest penguin at SF Zoo dies after nearly 40 years in colony
Officials at the San Francisco Zoo are mourning the loss of "Captain EO," who has lived at the zoo's penguin colony since it was founded nearly four decades ago.
Tax reform for California's recreational marijuana industry leaves many unsatisfied
As California rolls out new tax cuts for legal marijuana growers to provide those who work in the industry relief, many say the black market is still making it difficult to survive in the business.
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9-year-old boy drowns in Mountain View apartment complex pool
A 9-year-old boy has died in a drowning at an apartment complex in Mountain View on Wednesday, police said.
Longtime Berkeley restaurant hopeful about reopening after losing lease
Staff and longtime customers have been saying their final farewells to Cesar on Shattuck, but the owners have some news that could change the future for the beloved restaurant.
Giants rally late to beat Diamondbacks, snap 6-game skid
Austin Slater hit a tiebreaking bases-loaded double in the ninth inning and the San Francisco Giants rallied from an early four-run deficit, beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-5 Wednesday night and snapping a six-game skid.
Rising monkeypox cases in Bay Area raise concern among health officials
Health officials are raising concerns about the ongoing monkeypox outbreak, as cases continue to grow in the Bay Area and around the state.
FDA allows California pharmacists to prescribe Paxlovid for COVID-19
Federal regulators authorized state-licensed pharmacists Wednesday to prescribe the COVID-19 medication Paxlovid, enabling eligible patients to receive the medication over the counter.
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Rising monkeypox cases in Bay Area raise concern among health officials
Health officials are raising concerns about the ongoing monkeypox outbreak, as cases continue to grow in the Bay Area and around the state.
Oldest penguin at SF Zoo dies after nearly 40 years in colony
Officials at the San Francisco Zoo are mourning the loss of "Captain EO," who has lived at the zoo's penguin colony since it was founded nearly four decades ago.
Retired oncologist helps cancer patients get a free second opinion
A cancer diagnosis is something that's difficult to prepare for, if not impossible. One retired Bay Area doctor uses his expertise to ease the recently diagnosed out of that initial period of shock.
Labcorp to begin monkeypox testing, doubling nationwide capacity
Starting Wednesday, Labcorp will begin testing for monkeypox using CDC's orthopoxvirus test, which detects all non-smallpox related orthopoxviruses including monkeypox.
Woman injured in San Francisco Civic Center shooting
A shooting in San Francisco's Civic Center area left a 56-year-old woman injured early Wednesday morning, police said.
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Longtime Berkeley restaurant hopeful about reopening after losing lease
Staff and longtime customers have been saying their final farewells to Cesar on Shattuck, but the owners have some news that could change the future for the beloved restaurant.
Oakland City Council rejects ballot measure for public input on A's Howard Terminal ballpark
City councilmembers in Oakland Tuesday night voted down an effort to get the public's input on the Oakland A's proposed $12 billion waterfront ballpark district.
Woman arrested after Martinez grass fire determined to be arson
A grass fire in Martinez that came dangerously close to a gas station Tuesday was determined to have arson and police have arrested a suspect
Toddler boy in critical condition after shooting during violent July 4th in Oakland
A three-year-old boy is in critical but stable condition after being shot while sitting in a car Monday night in East Oakland, one of multiple shootings and homicides being investigated by police.
Pittsburg home seriously damaged after fireworks spark house fire
Residents of a Pittsburg neighborhood were grateful to be back in their homes Tuesday after a close call July 4th when fireworks set fire to two backyards.
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9-year-old boy drowns in Mountain View apartment complex pool
A 9-year-old boy has died in a drowning at an apartment complex in Mountain View on Wednesday, police said.
2-alarm fire damages home in southeast San Jose
Fire crews in the South Bay appear to be getting the upper hand on a two-alarm house fire in southeast San Jose near James Franklin Smith Elementary.
Santa Clara County's tough approach to water conservation may be paying off
A spokesperson for the Santa Clara Valley Water District says customers are finally listening to calls to conserve in the face of a deepening drought.
Santa Cruz County reports 2nd probable monkeypox case in a week
Santa Cruz County health officials on Wednesday announced the county's second probable monkeypox case in a week, with confirmation by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention still pending.
3 arrested in April fatal shooting in South San Jose neighborhood
Police have arrested three people suspected in a fatal shooting in San Jose in April, the department announced Wednesday.
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Driver pulled from burning car after crash on Highway 101 in Sausalito
Good Samaritans and CHP officers pulled a driver from a burning car after a rollover crash on US Highway 101 at Spencer in Sausalito, Tuesday night.
Mandatory evacuations expanded in Amador County for Electra Fire
Mandatory evacuation and evacuation warning zones in Amador County were expanded Tuesday afternoon due to the Electra Fire, the Amador County Sheriff's Office said.
Park Rangers rescue surfer found floating face down near Point Reyes
First responders took a surfer to a hospital by helicopter after he was found floating facedown in the water at Point Reyes National Seashore's South Beach on Tuesday afternoon, according to the National Park Service.
Illegal fireworks start fire in Santa Rosa that causes 20K in damage
Investigators from the Santa Rosa Fire Department say illegal fireworks started a fire late Monday night on the roof of the Johnny Franklin's Muffler building.
Vegetation fire breaks out near Kelseyville in Lake County
Crews have responded to a vegetation fire that broke out in Lake County Tuesday afternoon.
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Giants rally late to beat Diamondbacks, snap 6-game skid
Austin Slater hit a tiebreaking bases-loaded double in the ninth inning and the San Francisco Giants rallied from an early four-run deficit, beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-5 Wednesday night and snapping a six-game skid.
Sharks scout, former defenseman Bryan Marchment dies unexpectedly
San Jose Sharks scout and former NHL defenseman Bryan Marchment died Wednesday in Montreal, his agent said. He was 53.
A's unable to complete sweep, fall to Blue Jays in finale
Ramón Laureano homered for the A's, who failed to complete their first sweep of the season.
Oakland City Council rejects ballot measure for public input on A's Howard Terminal ballpark
City councilmembers in Oakland Tuesday night voted down an effort to get the public's input on the Oakland A's proposed $12 billion waterfront ballpark district.
Diamondbacks extend Giants' losing streak, 6-2
Daulton Varsho hit a three-run homer in the eighth inning after Josh Rojas caused problems with his speed, and the Arizona Diamondbacks extended the San Francisco Giants' losing streak to six games with a 6-2 win.
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Report: Overcrowded, aging facilities behind COVID-19 surges in California prisons
Overcrowding, aging facilities and a lack of coordination led to nearly 80,000 COVID-19 cases across the state's prison system, according to a report from the University of California, San Francisco, and UC Berkeley.
San Quentin death row inmate Harvey Heishman dies of natural causes
Harvey L. Heishman III, a 74-year-old convicted murderer and rapist on death row at San Quentin State Prison, died Tuesday of natural causes at the prison infirmary, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation announced Wednesday.
Eric Holder found guilty in death of rapper Nipsey Hussle
Hussle was fatally shot outside of the clothing store he owned in Los Angeles in March 2019.
3 arrested in April fatal shooting in South San Jose neighborhood
Police have arrested three people suspected in a fatal shooting in San Jose in April, the department announced Wednesday.
Woman injured in San Francisco Civic Center shooting
A shooting in San Francisco's Civic Center area left a 56-year-old woman injured early Wednesday morning, police said.
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Bay Area tech expert inspired to help people safeguard online privacy
A Bay Area woman who experienced deadly violence in her childhood home is now on a mission to help others secure their digital footprint.
Intel's 'Silicon Heartland' factory boon for Ohio, but families mourn homes
When President Joe Biden applauded a decision by Santa Clara-based Intel Corp. to build a $20 billion semiconductor operation on "1,000 empty acres of land" in Ohio, it didn't sit well with Tressie Corsi.
Cellphone data tracking technology will help anti-abortion prosecutions
Modern technology makes the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade more far-reaching than you may think.
Gigantic, half-inch-long bacteria identified by team led by Bay Area scientist
Scientists have discovered the world's largest bacterium -- visible to the naked eye -- in a Caribbean mangrove swamp.
Jury takes fraud case against Elizabeth Holmes' ex-partner 'Sunny' Balwani
The fate of Ramesh "Sunny" Balwani is now in the hands of a jury that will weigh charges he joined Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes in an elaborate fraud that jarred Silicon Valley.
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Rising monkeypox cases in Bay Area raise concern among health officials
Health officials are raising concerns about the ongoing monkeypox outbreak, as cases continue to grow in the Bay Area and around the state.
FDA allows California pharmacists to prescribe Paxlovid for COVID-19
Federal regulators authorized state-licensed pharmacists Wednesday to prescribe the COVID-19 medication Paxlovid, enabling eligible patients to receive the medication over the counter.
Retired oncologist helps cancer patients get a free second opinion
A cancer diagnosis is something that's difficult to prepare for, if not impossible. One retired Bay Area doctor uses his expertise to ease the recently diagnosed out of that initial period of shock.
Labcorp to begin monkeypox testing, doubling nationwide capacity
Starting Wednesday, Labcorp will begin testing for monkeypox using CDC's orthopoxvirus test, which detects all non-smallpox related orthopoxviruses including monkeypox.
Santa Cruz County reports 2nd probable monkeypox case in a week
Santa Cruz County health officials on Wednesday announced the county's second probable monkeypox case in a week, with confirmation by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention still pending.
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Tax reform for California's recreational marijuana industry leaves many unsatisfied
As California rolls out new tax cuts for legal marijuana growers to provide those who work in the industry relief, many say the black market is still making it difficult to survive in the business.
Getting student debt forgiveness could be easier under proposed rules
Borrowers who qualify for existing federal student loan forgiveness programs could see fewer hurdles and less paperwork.
Trump White House counsel Pat Cipollone to appear before Jan. 6 committee
The House panel investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol assault had issued a subpoena for his testimony.
DOJ warning to states over bans on abortion pill points to legal fight ahead
The Biden administration has signaled that medication abortion may be the next front in the fight to preserve abortion rights in states that are curtailing access.
Newsom attack ads aimed at Florida voters may signal bid for presidency
Political observers say California Governor Gavin Newsom is signaling that he has national political ambitions and may be eyeing a run for the presidency after airing political attack ads aimed at Florida voters.
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Drag show near Sacramento disrupted, Proud Boys possibly involved
A drag show in Yolo County near Sacramento was disrupted by a group making homophobic and transphobic remarks Thursday night, as the establishment also faced online threats for the event.
Gay, lesbian veterans receive overdue recognition
Long before the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell in 2011, San Francisco was once a major hub for LGBTQ servicemembers.
Danville family's pride flag stolen from their home twice
A Danville family put up a rainbow pride flag on their home to celebrate Pride Month, but the flag has been ripped down and stolen two times.
Men on Pointe: Bay Area duo shakes up 'traditional' views of ballet
Just a mention of his beginnings in dance and it doesn't take long for a smile to spread across Roberto Vega Ortiz's face.
Local Catholic church in San Francisco embracing LGBTQ struggle for equal rights
The decades-long struggle for equal rights for the gay community included an unlikely transformation within a local Catholic church that is now thriving in San Francisco's Castro District.
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Eric Holder found guilty in death of rapper Nipsey Hussle
Hussle was fatally shot outside of the clothing store he owned in Los Angeles in March 2019.
Local skate-punk legends the Boneless Ones headline Sunday barbecue in SF
Legendary Bay Area skate-punk band the Boneless Ones play songs from their first new album in over 35 years when they headline this Sunday afternoon barbecue at the Bottom of the Hill.
Carlos Santana collapses onstage in Michigan due to heat exhaustion
Grammy-award winning singer, composer, musician Carlos Santana collapsed on stage during a concert in Michigan.
"The Challenge: USA" premieres July 6 on CBS
The new show features former competitors from "Survivor," "Big Brother," "The Amazing Race" and "Love Island."
'90 alt-rock favorites Failure return to Great American
Reunited '90s alternative-rock band Failure plays songs from their latest album 'Wild Type Droid' Thursday night when they return to the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco.
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Identity Thieves Earn Cyber Cash, Stick Victims With Tax Bill
Imagine getting a bunch of tax documents telling you and the IRS about a large sum of money you made when, in fact, you never received a penny of it.
Ukrainians Seeking Shelter With Bay Area Families Face Closed Doors, Red Tape
Many in the Bay Area want their Ukrainian relatives to find safe haven here but the obstacles they're facing are formidable.
KPIX Special Report: San Francisco Tenderloin – A State of Emergency
The state of emergency that San Francisco Mayor London Breed declared for the Tenderloin last December has a lot of people talking but no one is paying closer attention than the people who live there.
Unreal Estate Is Booming; Metaverse Adds Value to Virtual Worlds
One of the hottest real estate markets is not in the Bay Area. In fact, it's not even in our world. It's at your fingertips in an alternate reality known as the metaverse.
Scientists Work to Unravel Mysteries of How Anxiety, PTSD Affect Brain
A group of Bay Area scientists have unraveled some surprising secrets about post traumatic stress disorder or PTSD which one day could lead to better therapies and treatments.
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Longtime Berkeley restaurant loses lease, remains hopeful about reopening
Staff and longtime customers have been saying their final farewells to Cesar on Shattuck, but the owners have some news that could change the future for the beloved restaurant. Andrea Nakano reports. (7/6/22)
Caught on camera: Couple dodges freeway shooting on I-580 in Oakland
An East Bay couple escapes uninjured after they became caught in the crossfire of a shootout on Interstate 580 in Oakland. Sara Donchey reports. (7/6/22)
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Highland Park shooter appears in court remotely
Team coverage of suspected Highland Park shooter Robert Crimo's first court appearance following his arrest in Wisconsin. (7/6/2022)
State regulators provide tax cuts to help legal cannabis growers
John Ramos reports on how recent tax reform for California's legal marijuana industry fell short for some (7-6-2022)
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Retired oncologist helps cancer patients get a free second opinion
A cancer diagnosis is something that's difficult to prepare for, if not impossible. One retired Bay Area doctor uses his expertise to ease the recently diagnosed out of that initial period of shock.
Therapy group helps people let go of their grief in waters of the Pacific
A Pacifica woman provides a safe place to gather in person to grieve and share community in the pandemic.
JA: Two time cancer survivor lends guidance and empathy to others
A two-time breast cancer survivor who takes cancer support to the next level is this week's Bay Area Jefferson Award winner.
JA: Ingleside reverend celebrates community with collage
In the Ingleside, a Bay Area pastor inspires his community with a nationally lauded black history collage.
Oakland attorney helps community learn about estate planning
More than 70 percent of African Americans do not have a will or other estate planning document, according to a Caring.com 2022 survey. An Oakland attorney is changing that.
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Bay Area tech expert inspired to help people safeguard online privacy
A Bay Area woman who experienced deadly violence in her childhood home is now on a mission to help others secure their digital footprint.
East Bay scholar's tight-knit family keeps him close to home
It's not uncommon for Students Rising Above Scholars to have close knit, loving families. Ronvel Sharper is no exception.
East Bay scholar uses acting as a tool for self-therapy
This week's Students Rising Above scholar knows how devastating it can be when someone you love is struggling with their mental health and the importance of also taking care of yourself.
Oakland scholar uses past trauma as tool for community healing
All human beings have experienced trauma at some point in their lives, but not everyone asked themselves to take a step back, and shift focus to others, and what they may be going through.
Scholar uses her own cancer journey to fuel her career passion
A gifted Bay Area student who faced cancer as a teenager and won has taken on a new role in the fight against the devastating disease.