Sex trafficking ring busted in South Bay; 9 arrested, 18 victims rescued
Authorities in the South Bay have arrested nine suspects and rescued more than a dozen survivors following the bust of a sex trafficking ring last week.
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Diablo Valley College professor, former coach faces human trafficking, sexual assault charges
A professor and former track coach at Diablo Valley College in Contra Costa County is facing multiple felony charges, including human trafficking and sexual assault, prosecutors said.
Dozens arrested, cited in prostitution crackdown along Capp St. in SF Mission District
Police in San Francisco said dozens of people have been cited or arrested and sex workers have been given resources as part of ongoing prostitution crackdown along Capp Street in the city's Mission District.
San Mateo police arrest massage parlor owner on suspicion of operating brothel
Police in San Mateo have arrested the owner of a massage parlor on suspicion of prostitution and of running a brothel, authorities announced in a Tuesday news release.
Oakland installs barriers in neighborhood victimized by brazen prostitution
The city of Oakland is installing traffic diverters near San Antonio Park to curb soliciting in the area.
Oakland sets up street barriers in neighborhood plagued by prostitution
The city of Oakland is installing traffic diverters near San Antonio Park to curb soliciting in the area. Da Lin reports. (2-25-23)
New concrete barriers to deter Capp Street sex work stir additional controversy
A San Francisco firefighters union is raising public safety concerns about new concrete barriers put up to deter sex work on Capp Street.
Mission District residents, supervisor spar with firefighters over Capp St. barriers
After complaints from residents, the city placed concrete barriers on Capp Street to deter sex workers and managed to spark a growing controversy. Betty Yu reports. (2-20-23)
Street barriers not seen as solution to Mission District soliciting complaints
A San Francisco sex worker agrees with supervisor Hillary Ronen that the city should legalize sex work. Kelsi Thorud reports. (2-20-23)
Survivor says education, awareness key to fighting human trafficking
Human trafficking is something that remains hidden in our neighborhoods for the most part, but it is a crime that victimizes all communities and demographics. Interview with human trafficking survivor Lisa Diaz.
Oakland residents dismayed by influx of sex workers in quiet neighborhood
Enough is enough for one Oakland neighborhood where residents say they're tired of seeing prostitutes right in front of their homes.
Oakland residents grouse over influx of sex workers in quiet neighborhood
Responding to community outrage over open-air solicitation, Oakland mayoral candidates promise action. Da Lin reports. (10-1-22)
San Jose child sex trafficker sentenced to nearly 40 years in federal prison
A San Jose man who was convicted in a child sex trafficking scheme has been sentenced to more than 38 years in prison, federal officials said.
Man gets 30 years for sex trafficking of teen in San Francisco, Oakland
A Sacramento man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison after being convicted of sex trafficking a teenage girl in San Francisco and Oakland.
Gov. Newsom signs law ending loitering arrests for prostitution
Gov. Newsom on Friday signed a new state law supported by San Francisco state senator Scott Wiener that will stop police from arresting anyone for loitering with the intent to engage in prostitution.
California eyes banning loitering for prostitution arrests
California lawmakers are finally sending to Gov. Gavin Newsom a hot potato of a bill that would bar police from making arrests on a charge of loitering for prostitution, nine months after the measure passed the Legislature.
Arrests made in human trafficking operation in San Rafael
Arrests were made in San Rafael on Friday in connection with a human trafficking crackdown, authorities in Marin County said.
Woman Escapes Captors After Being Kidnapped, Trafficked; 2 Arrested in South San Francisco
Two people were arrested Sunday morning in South San Francisco following the discovery that a young woman had been kidnapped and trafficked, police said Monday.
2 Arrested In South San Francisco In Kidnapping, Human Trafficking Case
Two people were arrested Sunday on human trafficking and other charges after police in South San Francisco said they kidnapped a 22-year-old woman and forced her into prostitution.
San Leandro Couple Accused Of Forcing Girl Kidnapped From Honduras Into Prostitution - 'Unbelievably Tragic'
Police in San Leandro have arrested a couple on multiple charges, including sexual assault and kidnapping, after a girl from Honduras was abducted and forced into prostitution.
Millbrae Man Accused Of Running Multiple Neighborhood Brothels, Illegal Marijuana Grows
A Peninsula man was arrested for allegedly running multiple neighborhood brothels in Millbrae and Daly City, along with a number of illegal marijuana growing operations in the county.
Federal Jury Convicts San Jose Woman Of Child Sex Trafficking Conspiracy
A federal jury has convicted a 29-year-old San Jose woman of conspiracy and sex trafficking of children.
San Francisco Legislator's Bill Would End Loitering for Prostitution Arrests in California
Police in California would no longer be able to arrest anyone for loitering with the intent to engage in prostitution under a bill advanced by state lawmakers on Friday amid debate over whether the move would help or harm sex trafficking victims.
UPDATE: San Jose Sues to Shut Down Troubled Agave Sport Bar Amid Charges of Violence, Prostitution
Officials in San Jose are aiming to shut down a troublesome South Bay sports bar amid allegations of prostitution and violence in addition to being the site of a recent fatal DUI crash.
California AG Rob Bonta Launches Anti-Human Trafficking Teams
Attorney General Rob Bonta launched new anti-human trafficking teams to apprehend perpetrators and support survivors on Friday amid an alarming increase in labor and sexual exploitation statewide.
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Las Vegas police search for lone suspect in homeless shootings
The shootings came on the same day Los Angeles officials announced they believed a serial killer was responsible for the killings of three homeless men in their city.
Scattered showers expected for first half of Saturday in Bay Area
Scattered showers were expected during the first half of Saturday in the Bay Area.
Santa Rosa juvenile arrests for gun possession soar by 500%, police say
The number of juveniles arrested in possession of firearms has soared 500 percent this year, say Santa Rosa police who blame an increase in gang violence.
7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes off the southern Philippines: Tsunami warning issued
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said based on the magnitude and location it expected tsunami waves to hit the southern Philippines and parts of Indonesia, Palau and Malaysia.
United Auto Workers calls for cease-fire in Gaza
Other labor organizations have shared their support for a cease-fire in the war-torn region.
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Las Vegas police search for lone suspect in homeless shootings
The shootings came on the same day Los Angeles officials announced they believed a serial killer was responsible for the killings of three homeless men in their city.
Scattered showers expected for first half of Saturday in Bay Area
Scattered showers were expected during the first half of Saturday in the Bay Area.
Santa Rosa juvenile arrests for gun possession soar by 500%, police say
The number of juveniles arrested in possession of firearms has soared 500 percent this year, say Santa Rosa police who blame an increase in gang violence.
7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes off the southern Philippines: Tsunami warning issued
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said based on the magnitude and location it expected tsunami waves to hit the southern Philippines and parts of Indonesia, Palau and Malaysia.
Renewed concerns for civilians as Israel intensifies southern Gaza assault
Israel is pounding targets in the southern Gaza Strip, intensifying a renewed offensive after a weeklong truce with Hamas and giving rise to renewed concerns about civilian casualties.
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S.F. Mission District restaurateurs: Center bike lanes bad for business
After the city introduced center bike lanes on Valencia Street in the Mission, small business owners say the design has driven away customers.
Let's Glow SF illuminates San Francisco landmarks for holiday season
San Francisco was glowing Friday night as the light switch was turned on for Let's Glow SF.
AIDS victims remembered with sidewalk inscriptions in San Francisco
The sidewalks of San Francisco's Castro District became the site of a sprawling memorial on World AIDS Day.
Former Supreme Court Justice O'Connor had close ties to Bay Area
Prior to making history as the first woman ever to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, Sandra Day O'Connor got her start in the San Mateo County District Attorney's Office in 1952 when she agreed to work without pay.
New California mental health court sees more than 100 petitions in first two months
An alternative California mental health court has received more than 100 petitions after seven counties began the program in October.
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Oakland renter eviction cases soar after years-long moratorium sunsets
The Alameda County Court is overwhelmed with eviction cases months after a COVID-era moratorium on evictions was lifted.
Privacy advocates accuse Kaiser of not following state law on license plate readers
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
Oakland cafe plans to be community hub to discuss crime prevention
Kinfolx is a coffee shop, wine bar and community space located in downtown Oakland, but like many other businesses they are all dealing with the same issue.
Car fire burning near Oakland Coliseum produces think black smoke by I-880
Fire crews in Oakland responded to a vehicle fire that was burning near I-880 late Friday morning, authorities confirmed.
Suspect arrested in connection with deadly October shooting at Oakley party
An 18-year-old man was arrested Thursday in connection with a shooting in Oakley that killed a 16-year-old boy and injured three other people in October, according to police.
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World AIDS Day commemorated at evening vigil in San Jose
On World AIDS Day, a solemn gathering at the Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center in San Jose honored the memory of those lost.
VTA, San Jose announce plans for affordable housing
The city of San Jose and the VTA are announcing plans to move forward with the construction of affordable housing on land owned by the transit agency.
Amid vacancies, South Bay landlords offering concessions, free rent
High rents have become a fact of life in the Bay Area. But as landlords try to deal with increasing vacancies, some are trying to sweeten the deal for apartment hunters with incentives, including free rent.
2 arrested after illegal weapons, drug cache found in South San Jose mobile home
Two men were arrested on felony charges after illegal weapons and drugs, including ecstasy and fentanyl, were found at inside a mobile home in South San Jose, prosecutors said Thursday.
Watch: San Jose road rage incident leaves dog critically injured; suspect arrested
A man involved in a violent road rage incident that severely injured a dog earlier this month in San Jose has been arrested, police announced Wednesday.
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Santa Rosa juvenile arrests for gun possession soar by 500%, police say
The number of juveniles arrested in possession of firearms has soared 500 percent this year, say Santa Rosa police who blame an increase in gang violence.
3 teens arrested, weapons found following large gang-related brawl in Santa Rosa
Three teens were arrested and weapons were recovered after police said a large brawl between two rival gangs took place in Santa Rosa on Thursday.
Man arrested following armed robberies, shooting at Vallejo businesses
Police arrested a man in connection with armed robberies and a shooting that took place at two Vallejo businesses on Sunday.
Animal rights activist Wayne Hsuing gets 90 days in jail over protests that shut Sonoma farms
An animal rights activist was sentenced in Sonoma County on Thursday to 90 days in jail and two years of probation.
BottleRock promoters to bring Latin music festival to Napa in June
The promoters behind the music festival BottleRock Napa Valley announced this week that they are bringing Latin music artists to Napa next year for the first annual La Onda Festival.
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MacDonald and Duclair score twice, Sharks beat Devils for 1st road win
The San Jose Sharks beat the New Jersey Devils 6-3 on Friday night for their first road win this season.
Curry, Thompson come up big as Warriors hold off Clippers 120-114
The undermanned Golden State Warriors held off the Los Angeles Clippers 120-114 on Thursday night.
Bruins blank the Sharks to stop 3-game skid
The Boston Bruins snapped a three-game losing streak with a 3-0 win over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night.
Brock Purdy focuses on Eagles instead of injury as 49ers return to Philadelphia
Brock Purdy's focus headed into his biggest regular-season start as a pro is on the Eagles and their stout defense instead of on the disappointment of his previous trip to Philadelphia that ended in a significant elbow injury.
The 49ers keep quiet headed into NFC title game rematch against the Eagles
The San Francisco 49ers had plenty to say after they lost the NFC title game last season to the Philadelphia Eagles while playing much of the game without a functioning quarterback.
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Las Vegas police search for lone suspect in homeless shootings
The shootings came on the same day Los Angeles officials announced they believed a serial killer was responsible for the killings of three homeless men in their city.
Santa Rosa juvenile arrests for gun possession soar by 500%, police say
The number of juveniles arrested in possession of firearms has soared 500 percent this year, say Santa Rosa police who blame an increase in gang violence.
One homeless person killed, another 4 wounded in Las Vegas shooting
This comes after Los Angeles officials reported Friday that they are seeking a suspected serial killer in the murders of three homeless people this week.
Ex-correctional officer at Dublin women's prison gets 5 years for sexually abusing inmates
A federal correctional officer has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for sexually abusing two inmates at a women's prison in California where the warden and other employees were charged with similar conduct.
Oakland cafe plans to be community hub to discuss crime prevention
Kinfolx is a coffee shop, wine bar and community space located in downtown Oakland, but like many other businesses they are all dealing with the same issue.
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Privacy advocates accuse Kaiser of not following state law on license plate readers
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
Walmart latest big advertiser to drop Musk's X
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.
E-bike injury trend prompts Marin County supervisor to restrict use to 16-year-olds and up
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.
Meta shuts down thousands of fake Facebook accounts primed to polarize voters ahead of 2024
Meta says it has found and disabled thousands of fake Facebook accounts linked to China that were used to spread politically partisan content in the United States before next year's election.
Elon Musk says advertiser boycott at X could "kill the company"
The billionaire owner of X took a defensive tone, saying that "the whole world will know that those advertisers killed the company."
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AIDS victims remembered with sidewalk inscriptions in San Francisco
The sidewalks of San Francisco's Castro District became the site of a sprawling memorial on World AIDS Day.
Privacy advocates accuse Kaiser of not following state law on license plate readers
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
New California mental health court sees more than 100 petitions in first two months
An alternative California mental health court has received more than 100 petitions after seven counties began the program in October.
Warm, wet winter may usher in longer allergy season
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.
E-bike injury trend prompts Marin County supervisor to restrict use to 16-year-olds and up
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.
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United Auto Workers calls for cease-fire in Gaza
Other labor organizations have shared their support for a cease-fire in the war-torn region.
Privacy advocates accuse Kaiser of not following state law on license plate readers
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
VTA, San Jose announce plans for affordable housing
The city of San Jose and the VTA are announcing plans to move forward with the construction of affordable housing on land owned by the transit agency.
Judge rejects Trump's motion to dismiss 2020 election interference case
Judge Tanya Chutkan ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot be shielded from criminal prosecution after leaving office for alleged conduct during his time in office.
Former Supreme Court Justice O'Connor had close ties to Bay Area
Prior to making history as the first woman ever to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, Sandra Day O'Connor got her start in the San Mateo County District Attorney's Office in 1952 when she agreed to work without pay.
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Biden marks Trans Day of Remembrance: "No place for hate in America"
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, Newsom's Feinstein replacement, to make LGBT history
Laphonza Butler will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Former KPIX reporter Hank Plante reflects on Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
Gov. Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's LGBTQ protections
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
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.
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Let's Glow SF illuminates San Francisco landmarks for holiday season
San Francisco was glowing Friday night as the light switch was turned on for Let's Glow SF.
BottleRock promoters to bring Latin music festival to Napa in June
The promoters behind the music festival BottleRock Napa Valley announced this week that they are bringing Latin music artists to Napa next year for the first annual La Onda Festival.
Shane MacGowan, longtime frontman of The Pogues, dies at 65
Singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, the longtime front-man of The Pogues, died at the age of 65 surrounded by loved ones in Ireland, his family said.
Local metal veterans Slough Feg headline the Kilowatt in SF's Mission District
Holding the banner for true metal high for over three decades, headbanging San Francisco outfit Slough Feg plays to its loyal fans at the Kilowatt in San Francisco's Mission Friday night.
"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
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Oakland Unified copes with shocking rise in district's homeless student population
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.
VR 360 View: Meteorologist Jessica Burch takes flight with the Blue Angels
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.
VR 360 View: Devastating wildfire compels family to adopt a new lifestyle among the Redwoods
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.
Study: Colorectal cancer patients could skip harsh radiation therapy
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.
VR 360 View: The high-stakes world of San Francisco's bar pilots
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
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Let's Glow SF illuminates city landmarks for holiday season
San Francisco was glowing Friday night as the light switch was turned on for Let's Glow SF. Andrea Nakano reports. (12-1-23)
S.F. Mission District restaurateurs slam center bike lanes on Valencia
After the city introduced center bike lanes on Valencia Street in the Mission, small business owners say the design has driven away customers. Betty Yu reports. (12-1-23)
World AIDS Day commemorated in San Jose
On World AIDS Day, a solemn gathering at the Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center in San Jose honored the memory of those lost. Kelsi Thorud reports (12-1-23)
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Oakley woman giving support, opportunities for joy to those with cancer and their families
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.
2 friends lead nonprofit bringing nourishment to needy in South Bay
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.
Hayward teacher using theater to inspire elementary students to dream big
A Hayward teacher is using the timeless work of Shakespeare to inspire his elementary students to dream big.
Man behind Kingmakers of Oakland nonprofit opening doors for students of color
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.
Santa Rosa Vietnam veteran on a mission to help unhoused military vets
A Vietnam veteran from Santa Rosa has made it his mission to make sure unhoused veterans are not forgotten.
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College student gives back to program that changed his life
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.
San Rafael student sees the world, but remembers his roots
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.
Santa Rosa college graduate multi-tasking her way to a master's degree, law school
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.
Inseparable San Francisco students overcome hardships together
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.
San Francisco teacher set to begin 42nd year teaching kindergarten
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.