Instagram Debunks Viral Meme That It Will Soon Use Your Photos Against You
Adam Mosseri, chief of the Facebook-owned platform, wants users to know the service isn't getting ready to use your photos against you.
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Trump Orders 'Immediate Steps' to Boost Coal, Nuke Power
Pres. Trump on Friday directed Energy Secretary Rick Perry to take "immediate steps" to bolster struggling coal-fired and nuclear power plants to keep them open.
Out Of The Pool, Into The Ballroom; Ryan Lochte Joins DWTS
Despite his current woes, Lochte was named Tuesday as a contestant on the upcoming edition of ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" along with...
Central Valley Assemblywoman Blames Drought On God's Wrath Over Abortion
Assemblywoman Shannon Grove touched off a firestorm of criticism when she blamed California's historic drought on abortion.
SF-Based Charles Schwab To Create 1,200 Jobs In Texas After Getting Incentive Package
Gov. Rick Perry announced Thursday that the financial services company's Austin expansion will create 823 jobs and should generate $210 million in capital investment over the next decade.
California State Senator Visits Texas To Recruit Companies For Move West
California State Senator Ted Gaines visited the Austin Monday, hoping to keep California in the running fro a massive Tesla Motors battery plant that could be headed to the Lone Star State.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry: Comments On Homosexuality, Alcoholism A 'Mistake' He 'Stepped Right In'
Texas Gov. Rick Perry said it was a mistake for him to use a story about alcoholism to explain his views on homosexuality.
California-Bashing Texas Gov. Rick Perry Reportedly Thinking Of Moving To Golden State
Texas Gov. Rick Perry, who bashes what he calls California's high-tax and over-regulated ways as he persuades California firms to move to Texas, is reportedly contemplating his own move to the Golden State.
New Jersey Gov. Christie Denounces Gov. Rick Perry Comments On Homosexuality During San Francisco Visit
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is denouncing comments by fellow Republican Texas Gov. Rick Perry comparing homosexuality to alcoholism in which people can choose to change their behavior.
Lieutenant Governor Newsom Demands Apology From Gov. Perry Over Homosexuality, Alcoholism Comparison
San Francisco's former mayor, who was thrust on the national stage when he legalized same-sex marriage in the city in 2004, is now demanding an apology from Texas Governor Rick Perry after he likened homosexuality to alcoholism in an appearance at the Commonwealth Club Wednesday.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry Compares Homosexuality To Alcoholism In San Francisco Appearance
Texas Gov. Rick Perry raised eyebrows during his appearance at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco Wednesday night, when he compared homosexuality to alcoholism.
Texas Governor Rick Perry Visits California In Push For Tesla Battery Factory
Texas Gov. Rick Perry held up his own state as a model for responsible energy production and economic growth in California.
Texas Conservatives Resume Airing Ads Telling Businesses To Flee California
Radio listeners and TV watchers this week likely heard advertisements from the conservative organization "Americans for Economic Freedom," funded by Texas Governor Rick Perry's leftover 2012 campaign funds, telling California businesses to flee for the political sanctuary of Texas, and according to official governor's office documents, some are hearing the call.
Sacramento Bee Cartoon Depicting Explosion Disgusts Texas Governor
Gov. Rick Perry said Friday he's disgusted a California newspaper ran a cartoon that depicts him boasting about booming business in Texas, then shows an explosion, a week after a fertilizer plant explosion killed 14 people in a Texas town.
Texas Governor Ends California Business Recruiting Trip Empty-Handed
Gov. Rick Perry is wrapping up his high-profile recruiting trip to California without having convinced any businesses to relocate to his state—at least not yet.
Texas Gov. In Bay Area, Tries To Lure Businesses From Golden State
Texas Gov. Rick Perry brought his brash pitch for jobs to California on Monday as he sought to lure businesses to his state with the promise of lower taxes and fewer regulations.
Texas Gov. Going To California To Recruit Businesses
Gov. Rick Perry plans to visit California next week to follow up on a small buy of radio ads intended to persuade businesses to relocate to Texas.
Gov. Brown Makes Fart Joke About Texas Radio Ads Targeting California Businesses
A radio ad designed to convince California companies to move to Texas has sparked a throw-down between the governors of the two states.
Texas Launches Campaign To Lure California Businesses
A radio ad designed to convince California companies to move to Texas has sparked a throw-down between the governors of the two states.
Opinion: Republicans Advances War On Women
Republican politicians continue to work against HPV vaccination despite its ability to prevent thousands of cases of cervical cancer and resulting deaths.
GOP Hopeful Perry Picks Fight With Pelosi
Struggling to steady his campaign for the GOP nomination, Texas Gov. Rick Perry launched an outsider's campaign against Washington culture and challenged House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi to debate his plan to overhaul Congress.
Mitt Romney Campaigns In Atherton And Pebble Beach
Mitt Romney brought his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination to California again Friday, hopscotching around the Bay Area to raise money.
Romney, Perry Lead Pack Among California Republicans
California Republicans favor former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney over Texas Gov. Rick Perry in the GOP presidential primary, according to the latest Field Poll.
Perry Seeks Silicon Valley Campaign Investment In East Palo Alto
Texas Governor Rick Perry paid his first visit to the Bay Area as a presidential candidate Friday, courting Silicon Valley donors at a fundraiser in East Palo Alto.
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New round of rain, damaging winds begins to batter Bay Area, Central Coast
Severe wind gusts were ripping through the Bay Area and Central Coast as a new rainstorm descended on an already soaked and weather-damage region.
Update: Storm system slams into Bay Area unleashing deadly wind gusts
A pair of spinning low-pressure systems rotating around a common center, parked off the California coast, was adding another layer of misery for rain-weary Bay Area residents.
SVB collapse: CalPERS, public pension losses from bank failures seen as minor
When two tech-linked U.S. banks failed this month, among the investors who lost millions were public-sector pension funds responsible for ensuring the retirements of teachers, firefighters and other government workers.
Family disturbance leads to standoff in San Jose neighborhood; Suspect arrested
A family disturbance in a San Jose neighborhood Tuesday morning led to a large police response and an eventual arrest of a suspect, police said.
Sonoma County raises living wage to $17.65/hour; 2nd hike in a year
Amid rising inflation, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors approved raising the county's Living Wage for the second time in three months, to $17.65 an hour.
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New round of rain, damaging winds begins to batter Bay Area, Central Coast
Severe wind gusts were ripping through the Bay Area and Central Coast as a new rainstorm descended on an already soaked and weather-damage region.
Update: Storm system slams into Bay Area unleashing deadly wind gusts
A pair of spinning low-pressure systems rotating around a common center, parked off the California coast, was adding another layer of misery for rain-weary Bay Area residents.
SVB collapse: CalPERS, public pension losses from bank failures seen as minor
When two tech-linked U.S. banks failed this month, among the investors who lost millions were public-sector pension funds responsible for ensuring the retirements of teachers, firefighters and other government workers.
Family disturbance leads to standoff in San Jose neighborhood; Suspect arrested
A family disturbance in a San Jose neighborhood Tuesday morning led to a large police response and an eventual arrest of a suspect, police said.
Sonoma County raises living wage to $17.65/hour; 2nd hike in a year
Amid rising inflation, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors approved raising the county's Living Wage for the second time in three months, to $17.65 an hour.
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Afterschool violence has San Francisco teens living in fear
A student brawl at an after school hangout spot in San Francisco is putting the spotlight on the much larger problem of violence on campus that has some kids afraid of their classmates.
Update: Police locate allegedly abducted child, arrest mother in Daly City
Police in Daly City on Monday located a mother who allegedly abducted her child on Friday in San Francisco.
SF Stonestown Galleria mall workers, shoppers says recent violence becoming commonplace
A recent rash of violence at San Francisco's Stonestown Galleria mall has left business owners and shoppers on edge, and they say the ongoing violence - often involving students from neighboring schools - is nothing new.
Content creators, influencers worried about verification plans on social media platforms
Social media influencers who rely on platforms to run their business say they're worried about the trends these companies are following regarding verification and security as new services roll out this month.
Report: SF human trafficking victims mostly under 25, women, people of color
Most human trafficking cases in San Francisco involve victims under 25, women and people of color, according to a new report from the city's task force on anti-human trafficking.
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Update: Eastbound I-580 roadway crack near Livermore forces lane closure
Caltrans crews battled winds and rain Tuesday as they raced to repair a crack and small landslide that has forced the closure of two eastbound lanes on Interstate Highway 580 in Livermore.
Antioch police identify man suspected in stabbing of pregnant woman, kids
Police in Antioch on Monday released the identity of a man suspected of stabbing a pregnant woman and two children on Saturday.
Reward offered in recent East Bay attacks on U.S. Postal workers
Postal officials on Monday said they are determined to break up a criminal ring that they say is targeting mail carriers in two East Bay cities.
Uber passenger hit, killed on I-580 freeway offramp in Livermore; 2nd pedestrian hit
An Uber passenger who was left on a freeway offramp in Livermore Sunday evening after allegedly assaulting the driver was hit and killed by a separate vehicle, while another vehicle also hit and injured a second pedestrian, authorities said.
California Supreme Court allows building of 315 new Lafayette homes after years-long battle
The decision likely ends more than two years of litigation against the City of Lafayette and developer O'Brien Land Company over the city's approval of the 315-unit project, slated for Deer Hill and Pleasant Hill roads
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Family disturbance leads to standoff in San Jose neighborhood; Suspect arrested
A family disturbance in a San Jose neighborhood Tuesday morning led to a large police response and an eventual arrest of a suspect, police said.
Crash along Highway 17 in Santa Cruz Mountains kills 1
A fatal traffic collision is causing delays on northbound state Highway 17 near El Rancho Drive in Santa Cruz County on Tuesday morning.
Car hits and injures 2 pedestrians in San Jose; 1 in critical condition
Police in San Jose are currently at the scene of a collision involving a vehicle and two pedestrians Monday evening that left one pedestrian in critical condition, authorities said.
Flooded-out Pajaro residents, evacuees frustrated over pace of levee repairs
Residents of Pajaro -- both those who evacuated and those who remained in their homes -- say they're growing increasingly frustrated with the county's response to devastating flooding.
San Jose man, 16-year-old arrested in ghost gun distribution bust
A 23-year-old convicted felon and a 16-year-old high school student have been arrested during a ghost gun and drug distribution investigation in San Jose.
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Sonoma County raises living wage to $17.65/hour; 2nd hike in a year
Amid rising inflation, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors approved raising the county's Living Wage for the second time in three months, to $17.65 an hour.
Four arrested in connection with Vallejo business burglary
Three suspects were arrested after foot chases on I-80 and a fourth surrendered inside a getaway vehicle that crashed in connection with a burglary at a Vallejo business Saturday.
Stabbing injures 3 in Antioch; Suspect in custody
Three people were injured -- including a 35-year-old pregnant woman, a 14-year-old and 11-year-old -- and a 37-year-old suspect was in custody after a Saturday afternoon stabbing in Antioch.
Women's Military History Week commemorated at Vallejo event
A ceremony was held Saturday in Vallejo to recognize women veterans and encourage them to speak out about their service.
Plan to remove dam in Marin County's Tennessee Valley could be hampered by endangered frog
A plan in place to remove a dam for safety reasons near a North Bay beach has raised questions about the impact the removal could have on an endangered frog.
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Warriors down Rockets 121-108 to snap 11-game road skid
Stephen Curry scored 30 points and Klay Thompson added 29 as the Golden State Warriors snapped an 11-game road skid with a 121-108 win over the Houston Rockets.
49ers sign S Myles Hartsfield, re-sign TE Ross Dwelley
The San Francisco 49ers signed free agent safety Myles Hartsfield to a one-year contract Monday and re-signed tight end Ross Dwelley to a one-year deal.
NCAA Tournament schedule: dates, times, and channels for Sweet 16 and Elite 8
Here's the complete schedule, game times, livestream links and TV info for the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 this weekend.
Stanford women exit the Dance with 54-49 loss to Ole Miss
The Ole Miss Rebels delivered on their declaration to get defensive, stunning top-seeded Stanford 54-49 on Sunday night to reach the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 for the first time in 16 years.
UConn rolls past Saint Mary's into Sweet 16
UConn pulled away from Saint Mary's for a 70-55 win on Sunday that put the Huskies in the Sweet 16 for the first time in nine years.
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Family disturbance leads to standoff in San Jose neighborhood; Suspect arrested
A family disturbance in a San Jose neighborhood Tuesday morning led to a large police response and an eventual arrest of a suspect, police said.
Afterschool violence has San Francisco teens living in fear
A student brawl at an after school hangout spot in San Francisco is putting the spotlight on the much larger problem of violence on campus that has some kids afraid of their classmates.
Update: Police locate allegedly abducted child, arrest mother in Daly City
Police in Daly City on Monday located a mother who allegedly abducted her child on Friday in San Francisco.
Antioch police identify man suspected in stabbing of pregnant woman, kids
Police in Antioch on Monday released the identity of a man suspected of stabbing a pregnant woman and two children on Saturday.
SF Stonestown Galleria mall workers, shoppers says recent violence becoming commonplace
A recent rash of violence at San Francisco's Stonestown Galleria mall has left business owners and shoppers on edge, and they say the ongoing violence - often involving students from neighboring schools - is nothing new.
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SVB collapse: CalPERS, public pension losses from bank failures seen as minor
When two tech-linked U.S. banks failed this month, among the investors who lost millions were public-sector pension funds responsible for ensuring the retirements of teachers, firefighters and other government workers.
Google's 'Bard' AI chatbot set for next stage; waitlist opens up
Google announced Tuesday it's allowing more people to interact with " Bard," the artificially intelligent chatbot the company is building to counter Microsoft's early lead in a pivotal battleground of technology.
Content creators, influencers worried about verification plans on social media platforms
Social media influencers who rely on platforms to run their business say they're worried about the trends these companies are following regarding verification and security as new services roll out this month.
Cruise seeks permit to test self-driving vehicles beyond SF, across California
General Motors' Cruise autonomous vehicle unit on Monday asked California for permission to test the cars across the entire state.
Twitter's press email is automatically "pooping" on the media
Under Elon Musk, who has accused journalists of bias, Twitter no longer makes an effort to answer journalists' questions.
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Microplastics pollution found in fresh-fallen Sierra snow and Lake Tahoe
A researcher at the University of Nevada, Reno has discovered evidence that the plastic pollution problem may be more widespread than previously believed.
Frozen berries recalled due to possible hepatitis A contamination
While hepatitis A has not actually been detected on these products, the FDA is urging consumers "out of an abundance of caution" to return the recalled items for a refund.
Newsom: State will co-manufacture insulin, slashing costs
Gov. Newsom said Saturday the state of California and a generic drug manufacturer are partnering to produce affordable, state-branded insulin.
Trampoline exercise springs to the forefront of fitness fads
Trampoline workouts are the latest craze to hit the fitness world.
Frozen strawberries sold at Costco, Trader Joe's recalled
Frozen organic strawberries sold at Costco, Aldi, Trader Joe's and other stores are being recalled after they were tied to an outbreak of hepatitis A infections in Washington state.
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SVB collapse: CalPERS, public pension losses from bank failures seen as minor
When two tech-linked U.S. banks failed this month, among the investors who lost millions were public-sector pension funds responsible for ensuring the retirements of teachers, firefighters and other government workers.
Sonoma County raises living wage to $17.65/hour; 2nd hike in a year
Amid rising inflation, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors approved raising the county's Living Wage for the second time in three months, to $17.65 an hour.
Democratic senators call for crackdown on wealthy tax-dodgers
The richest Americans often use trusts and other legal tax dodges to pass their wealth to their heirs tax-free, lawmakers say.
Yellen: We have plan in place in case more banks fail
The treasury secretary says the plan would be set in motion if additional collapses trigger a run on banks.
Cruise seeks permit to test self-driving vehicles beyond SF, across California
General Motors' Cruise autonomous vehicle unit on Monday asked California for permission to test the cars across the entire state.
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Sharks goalie Reimer declines to wear Pride jersey
San Jose Sharks goalie James Reimer won't take part in pregame warmups, saying the team's decision to wear Pride-theme jerseys runs counter to his religious beliefs.
Anti-trans encounter in San Francisco caught on camera
A San Francisco trans woman was verbally assaulted at a Union Square restaurant and video of the incident which was streamed live over TikTok has gone viral.
SF transgender pastor claims bias, sues Lutheran denomination
The Rev. Megan Rohrer, who was elected as the first openly transgender bishop of one of the largest Christian denominations in the country in May 2021, has filed a lawsuit against hte Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
California looks to enshrine right to same-sex marriage in state constitution
California, a U.S. trendsetter for progressive policies and a state where the current governor once made news issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples in San Francisco before it was legal, will attempt to enshrine marriage equality in the state constitution.
Madonna responds to critics who commented on her Grammys appearance
"Once again I am caught in the glare of ageism and misogyny That permeates the world we live in," wrote the singer on Instagram.
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"Ted Lasso" cast visits White House to promote mental health care
Actor Jason Sudeikis and cast members of the show "Ted Lasso" visited the White House visit to encourage people to check in with friends, family and colleagues to "ask how they're doing."
Adam Sandler receives Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
Sandler was celebrated by fellow comics and actors, including Jennifer Aniston, Chris Rock and Conan O'Brien.
Acclaimed doom band Windhand headlines Day 1 of Heavy Psych Sounds Fest
One of the leading lights of the modern American doom-metal scene, Windhand tops the bill for the first day of the mammoth Heavy Psych Sounds Festival at Thee Parkside Saturday.
Sludge-metal juggernaut Weedeater closes out Heavy Psych Sounds Fest
Stoner-metal favorites Weedeater headlines the second day of the mammoth Heavy Psych Sounds Festival being held at Thee Parkside Sunday, topping an epic eight-band bill.
Local heroes Hot Lunch plays festival pre-party at Bottom Of The Hill
Local psych/punk band Hot Lunch brings its cathartic sounds to the Bottom of the Hill on Friday, headlining the official Heavy Psych Sounds Fest pre-party with Slough Feg, Older Sun and Disastroid.
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VR 360 View: Adaptive skiing giving lift to people with disabilities
There are few places in the world that rival the beauty of Lake Tahoe on a sunny winter day, with its snow-capped mountains, towering peaks and endless miles of trails.
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.
Take a 360-degree Fleet Week VR flight with KPIX's Lt. Jessica Burch
CBS News Bay Area's very own pilot and meteorologist Jessica Burch is getting into the spirit of The Fleet Week Air Show by taking the stick of a T33 jet.
Identifying childhood trauma a key to rehabilitating, reintegrating prison inmates into society
For years, prisons were focused on punishment rather than rehabilitation. But now, a new approach explores the reasons they ended up behind bars in the first place.
Will San Francisco's downtown shake off the pandemic blues?
The downtown stores and businesses play a critical role in driving San Francisco economy, but they have been slow in rebounding from the pandemic blues.
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PIX Now -- Tuesday afternoon headlines from the KPIX newsroom
CBS News Bay Area afternoon edition headlines for Tuesday, March 21, 2023.
First Alert Weather Day forecast for Tuesday afternoon
Storm system sweeps in from south with more rain and high winds through Tuesday evening (3-21-2023)
Storm brings drenching rains that muddled Tuesday morning commute
Team coverage of impacts from the wet storm system that plowed into the Bay Area Tuesday morning with high winds still ahead (3-21-2023)
Update: Eastbound I-580 roadway crack near Livermore forces lane closures
Caltrans crews battle winds and rain Tuesday as they raced to repair a crack and small landslide that has forced the closure of two eastbound lane on I-580
Eastbound I-580 roadway crack near Livermore blocks lanes,
Eastbound I-580 down to just one lane
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Redwood City gardener still hard at work giving scholarships after 15 years
When Catalino Tapia came to the U.S. many years ago, he had a sixth-grade education, six dollars in his pocket, and the American dream. He won a national Jefferson Award for his creative scholarship program in 2009. Since then, has given hundreds of students a chance to pursue their dreams.
JA: 49ers defensive end tackles literacy in his free time
A member of the San Francisco 49ers defensive line helps level the playing field to give underserved children a playbook for future success.
JA: Nonprofit donates basic income to 100 people experiencing homelessness
A former tech entrepreneur's innovative idea has reunited hundreds of homeless people with their families. Now, he's expanding into a groundbreaking support system that's one of the largest privately-funded pilots for people experiencing homelessness.
Program bridges language barriers in Oakland's Fruitvale District
An East Bay woman helps make sure that new immigrants with no other educational opportunity can learn beginner English in Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood.
Oakland native shares love of golf with underserved youth
This week's Jefferson Award winner is an Oakland native who wants to introduce as many young people as he can to the sport that he says changed the course of his life.
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Morehouse College student from SF takes stock of accomplishments and road ahead
Isreal Laviene holds a very special place with us at KPIX 5. In early 2021, we helped connect him to his dream school, Morehouse College in Atlanta.
Travel abroad helps Oakland student realize his own potential
Many of us dream big about life, jobs and travel. Robert Green is living those dreams and more.
Medical student yearning to give back to community that helped shape her
Giving back to others should be a priority for all of us. It is for Jennifer Juarez Yoc, who looks to faith and family as inspiration to serve others.
Leaning on past experiences, Oakland scholar leads the way for workers' rights
Sharit Cárdenas López spent their childhood watching their mother struggle to support a family on less than what many of us spend on luxuries every year.
Onetime scholar, Oakland native overcomes childhood trauma to thrive in business, politics
In 2019, the CDC reported that 60 percent of adults have experienced at least one incident of significant childhood trauma. Bianca Yarborough is one of those adults, but she's turning that pain into positive motivation for helping others.