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The real estate tracking firm DataQuick says the median price for homes in the nine-county San Francisco Bay area reached $555,000 in June, an increase of 6.9 percent over the previous month.
An arrest warrant has been issued for a San Jose real estate agent charged with scamming victims in a deal involving a building in Modesto, prosecutors said Friday.
Despite rising home prices in much of the Bay Area, many home buyers are struggling to wade out from their underwater mortgage – prompting some Richmond city leaders to attempt a unique tactic to provide mortgage relief.
California home prices surged to their highest level in more than five years last month as demand outpaced a thin supply of properties, a research firm reported Thursday.
The 8- by 12-foot parking space is in an enclosed garage in a condominium building. The spot in the city's trendy South Beach neighborhood sold last week for $82,000.
More than 200,000 Californians will each receive checks worth nearly $1,500 this month as part of the national mortgage settlement, the state attorney general's office said Tuesday.
More than four dozen real estate speculators and two companies have been charged with illegally fixing foreclosure auctions in three states by bid-rigging. Several were operating in the Bay Area.
New townhome projects continue at a rapid pace in Sunnyvale, where home construction can barely keep up with demand as Bay Area home values rise.
You've been told time and time again that buying a home is a better financial option than renting. But that's not true everywhere.
A research firm says the Bay Area's median home price surged 17 percent in just one month, to pass the half-million dollar mark for the first time in five years.
A survey shows U.S. home prices rose 10.5 percent in March compared with a year ago, the biggest gain since March 2006.
San Francisco Board of Supervisors' Land Use Committee has approved a compromise plan dealing with condo conversions that's making affordable housing advocates happy if the full board decides to pass it.
The number of California homes entering the foreclosure process has plunged to a more-than-seven-year low as the state housing market continues to improve.
Real estate firms are reporting a record number of Bay Area homes are being bought with cash, making it increasingly difficult for first-time homebuyers to get their offers accepted.
Two men convicted of a complicated scam involving San Francisco's One Rincon Hill luxury residential tower were sentenced on Tuesday long terms in state prison.
The real estate tracking firm DataQuick reported Thursday that San Francisco Bay area home sales dipped in February compared to the previous month and the year-earlier period.
The owner of a nearly 50 acre compound in Hillsborough has tacked on an unusual caveat to his $100 million sale price; he intends to continue living in the home until he dies.
A large portion of property owners in Contra Costa County remain underwater, making payments on mortgages higher than the value of the home, even though overall home prices in the San Francisco Bay Area are climbing upward once again.
California should receive at least $20.6 billion from a settlement with the nation's major mortgage lenders, the largest share of any state and about $2 billion more than expected when the agreement to assist homeowners was announced last year, according to a report released Thursday.
Northern California has posted its strongest home sales for January in six years but researchers say the market's still far from normal.
Gov. Jerry Brown said at a housing summit in Oakland today that California has a "very vibrant" housing market but it needs to re-examine some laws and regulations that may be hampering the market.
Planning to sell your home? You may want to wait until 2016 before listing it.
California's attorney general has filed a lawsuit against debt rating agency Standard & Poor's, claiming it inflated its ratings of certain investments, costing the state's public pension funds and other investors billions of dollars.
The number of California homes selling for more than a million dollars rose to the highest level in more than five years, according to industry publication DataQuick.
A proposal that would allow San Francisco residents to pay a fee to bypass a lottery for condominium conversions was shelved for four weeks at the conclusion of a Board of Supervisors committee hearing Monday.
CHP said two eastbound Interstate 80 lanes were closed between Pena Adobe and Alamo Drive because of the fire.
Two San Jose police officers acted lawfully when they shot and killed a man who had fatally stabbed his young son last year, the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office said.
With the first day of school approaching, the district announced it would implement a full phone ban to curb the negative impacts of cell phones in its schools.
Authorities in Solano County are investigating after a woman's body was found near Interstate 80 in Vallejo Monday afternoon.
Only about 53% of Americans own homes, or about 12 percentage points lower than previous data has shown, the study found.
CHP said two eastbound Interstate 80 lanes were closed between Pena Adobe and Alamo Drive because of the fire.
Two San Jose police officers acted lawfully when they shot and killed a man who had fatally stabbed his young son last year, the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office said.
With the first day of school approaching, the district announced it would implement a full phone ban to curb the negative impacts of cell phones in its schools.
Authorities in Solano County are investigating after a woman's body was found near Interstate 80 in Vallejo Monday afternoon.
Only about 53% of Americans own homes, or about 12 percentage points lower than previous data has shown, the study found.
Two men have been arrested following an armed robbery of an elderly couple in San Francisco last week, police said.
A 23-year-old San Bruno man on parole was arrested last week after he ran from police during a traffic stop, the San Bruno Police Department said in a Facebook post Wednesday.
Transportation officials in San Francisco are implementing a plan dropping speed limits near public and private schools citywide, to improve safety for children and their families.
Tommy and May Chin Tong launched the Golden Star Radio Company and began producing "The Chinese Hour" from their basement studio in 1939. It's believed to be the first Chinese-language radio program in North America.
Half Moon Bay has had unique challenges when it comes to creating more homes, and now it looks like just about everyone is digging in their heels when it comes to housing.
With the first day of school approaching, the district announced it would implement a full phone ban to curb the negative impacts of cell phones in its schools.
A group of visionaries are working to rebuild a historic Oakland landmark known as the "Gingerbread Firehouse" after a fire broke out at the 99-year old structure Tuesday night.
An Oakland woman's nonprofit has been giving away free diapers to Bay Area families in need for the last 17 years.
Nine people were arrested and one man was hospitalized after disturbances at the C&H Sugar plant picket line in Crockett on Tuesday, authorities said.
A man suspected in an assault in East Oakland was arrested Tuesday, following an investigation that also led to the seizure of homemade firearms, according to police.
Two San Jose police officers acted lawfully when they shot and killed a man who had fatally stabbed his young son last year, the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office said.
A man and a teenage boy were arrested in San Jose in connection with two armed robberies and an attempted murder earlier this month, including an incident after a World Cup watch party.
The suspect in a robbery of a Pokémon card box worth thousands has been arrested after a three-week investigation, the Santa Clara Police Department said in a press release on Tuesday.
One person has died and another person was injured following a house fire that broke out in a San Jose neighborhood early Wednesday morning, firefighters said.
Around 11 a.m., NWS Bay Area said a heat advisory would be in effect until 9 p.m. for all of the Bay Area except the immediate Pacific Coast zones and San Francisco.
Authorities in Solano County are investigating after a woman's body was found near Interstate 80 in Vallejo Monday afternoon.
An independent filmmaker plans to use downtown Santa Rosa as the backdrop for a scene depicting active immigration enforcement.
The Napa Planning Commission recently directed city staff to move forward with restrictions on new and expanded drive-thru facilities. Existing drive-thrus, like the Napa In-N-Out and McDonald's, would remain.
A man suspected in a carjacking died following a shootout with officers in Vallejo Monday afternoon, police said.
A shooting was reported in Vallejo on Monday afternoon, and police activity was concentrated in a portion of the city's north side.
Antoine Griezmann scored in his MLS debut, David Brekalo and Iván Angulo each scored his first goal of the season, and Orlando City beat the San Jose Earthquakes 4-0 in the first game for both teams since before the World Cup break.
LeBron James last month announced he would not be returning to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Kiki Iriafen had 23 points and 12 rebounds, Shakira Austin finished with 15 points and 15 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics rallied past Golden State for a 90-82 victory Monday night to snap the Valkyries' nine-game winning streak.
As Spain's World Cup champs took to the stage with their trophy, President Trump joined them in their moment of glory.
Logan Gilbert had 10 strikeouts across six strong innings, Luke Raley and Cole Young homered, and the Seattle Mariners beat the San Francisco Giants 6-3.
Two San Jose police officers acted lawfully when they shot and killed a man who had fatally stabbed his young son last year, the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office said.
Authorities in Solano County are investigating after a woman's body was found near Interstate 80 in Vallejo Monday afternoon.
A group of visionaries are working to rebuild a historic Oakland landmark known as the "Gingerbread Firehouse" after a fire broke out at the 99-year old structure Tuesday night.
Two men have been arrested following an armed robbery of an elderly couple in San Francisco last week, police said.
A 23-year-old San Bruno man on parole was arrested last week after he ran from police during a traffic stop, the San Bruno Police Department said in a Facebook post Wednesday.
With the first day of school approaching, the district announced it would implement a full phone ban to curb the negative impacts of cell phones in its schools.
ChatGPT maker OpenAI says its artificial intelligence system hacked into another AI company on its own in what the company called an "unprecedented cyber incident."
A data center project in Pittsburg is causing a revolt at city council meetings, with residents again packing the city council chambers on Monday to voice their opposition.
An AI expert said the telltale signs people once relied on, such as distorted fingers, unnatural eyes, or other obvious visual flaws, have largely disappeared as technology has improved.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is calling on California transportation officials to strengthen regulations governing self-driving vehicles, arguing that two recent incidents exposed gaps in how robotaxis operate during major emergencies and large public events.
The case accuses OpenAI of practicing medicine without a license and failing to safeguard users seeking health advice.
A generic version of the allergy medication Zyrtec is under recall across the U.S. over cross-contamination concerns.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A Monterey County company is now at the center of a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak. The Washington Post is reporting that lettuce from Taylor Farms, a company headquartered in Salinas, may have supplied contaminated lettuce to Taco Bell.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
The House on Thursday voted to direct President Trump to end the war with Iran, after four Republicans joined Democrats to rebuke the president over his handling of the conflict.
More than 43,000 immigrants were arrested last month as DHS continues to detain people in less-publicized enforcement surges.
The Napa Planning Commission recently directed city staff to move forward with restrictions on new and expanded drive-thru facilities. Existing drive-thrus, like the Napa In-N-Out and McDonald's, would remain.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has retained prominent Washington defense attorney Abbe Lowell as the U.S. Department of Justice continues a federal investigation involving the governor's wife and several people in his political orbit.
Juan Jairo Coronilla Durán, 28, died July 14 after authorities said he darted across a busy road in St. Augustine, Florida, and into the path of a truck.
LGBTQ+ communities have significantly higher rates of unemployment than the general population. Kelsi Thorud reports on how the City of Oakland is empowering LGBTQ+ job seekers during Pride Month.
The fallout over the opposition by a handful of San Francisco Giants players against the team's Pride Night celebrations has prompted an investigation of Major League Baseball by the Trump administration.
Major League Baseball has warned players about writing on their uniforms after San Francisco starter Landen Roupp and two other pitchers added Bible verses to their Pride Night caps on Friday night.
Many LGBTQ+ Pride events across the country have had to scale back or even cancel due to political and financial reasons. San Francisco was on the brink. Kara St. Cyr reports.
In one of the most competitive real estate markets in America, a San Francisco real estate agent dons fabulous drag to help promote homes for sale. Itay Hod reports.
An independent filmmaker plans to use downtown Santa Rosa as the backdrop for a scene depicting active immigration enforcement.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved an ordinance that would allow for Amsterdam-style cannabis cafés serving food and drinks, along with offering live entertainment.
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.
After morning clouds and fog, expect seasonal highs ranging from the 60s along the coast, to the 80s inland. Expect similar conditions heading into the weekend. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
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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.