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A prisoner slain by fellow white inmates at a California prison was a founder of Public Enemy Number 1, a white supremacist prison and street gang, law enforcement and watchdog groups confirmed Friday.
An effort to expand rent control in California died Thursday in a legislative committee after four hours of testimony as hundreds of landlords and renters raucously chanted from the hallway outside.
A 19-year-old woman is suing Sacramento for $1 million after a paramedic allegedly fondled her breasts while she was unresponsive in an ambulance.
Democrats in Sacramento are exploring ways to help Californians save money by creating a loophole around deduction limits that are part of the new federal tax law.
Sacramento County sheriff's deputies have arrested a high school soccer coach on charges of trying to traffic two teenagers.
A Sacramento man has been arrested after police say he threw rocks as large as footballs onto cars from a freeway overpass, injuring several people.
California Democrats will be without a supermajority in the Assembly for months and risk losing the two-thirds edge needed to pass tax and fee increases in the Senate.
A California man is set to walk out of prison 15 years after receiving a life sentence for shaking his 4-month-old daughter to death.
The failure of cellphone and other privately owned systems crippled emergency-warning efforts during California's deadly October wildfires.
A committee tasked with revising the California Assembly's sexual harassment policies offered a sharply critical assessment Tuesday of the existing process for investigating misconduct.
The Sacramento Kings beat the Golden State Warriors 110-106 on Monday night with Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant injured and sitting out.
A woman who tried to sound the alarm about a top California Democrat's reputation for harassing women on Monday talked to KPIX 5 about how she was blocked from getting the truth five years ago.
Democratic Assemblyman Raul Bocanegra, the focus of mounting sexual harassment allegations, said Monday he won't seek re-election next year but some party leaders are pressuring him to immediately step down.
A Bay Area lawmaker described a culture of powerful politicians crossing the line to KPIX 5 on Monday, giving new indications of just how bad the climate of harassment is at the state capitol.
A top Democrat in Sacramento is losing support as scrutiny over sexual assault allegations from his past has state lawmakers taking a serious look at his future.
New allegations have surfaced detailing the widespread harassment of women who work at the California Capitol.
CBS SF talks to Greta Van Fleet's teenage bassist/keyboardist Sam Kiszka ahead of the band playing its first Northern California show on the first day of Aftershock 2017 in Sacramento's Discovery Park Saturday.
The annual Aftershock Festival brings two days of heavy metal and hard rock favorites to three stages in Sacramento's Discovery Park including iconic singer Ozzy Osbourne, alternative giants Nine Inch Nails and A Perfect Circle and much more this weekend.
Lawmakers listened and asked questions but offered no concrete solutions Tuesday in the first of several California legislative hearings planned to discuss how to balance free speech rights with public safety.
Sacramento Police have released a series of frightening videos showing different angles of a police shooting in which a suspect emerges from his car and opens fire on officers before he is fatally shot.
The attorney for a former San Mateo police officer accused of raping five women on Thursday argued that some of the charges against his client should be thrown out.
Hundreds of law enforcement officers on Thursday honored a deputy killed during a shootout at a Sacramento-area hotel, remembering him as a hero who kept shooting even after he was mortally wounded.
Two police officers in Sacramento were injured in a shooting with a double-homicide suspect late Thursday morning, but authorities said their injuries were not life threatening.
At the State Capitol Friday, legislators took a big step towards helping rape victims get long overdue justice.
A sheriff's deputy was killed in a shootout with a suspect from the Bay Area at a Sacramento motel Wednesday that also left two California Highway Patrol officers injured, according to authorities.
The 2025 death of a 72-year-old woman in Brentwood who had a medical emergency after being forcibly placed into police custody will be the subject of a formal inquiry, authorities said.
The owner of a business on California's Central Coast has been arrested after he allegedly sexually assaulted a customer during what police described as a "spiritual cleansing."
Police in Oakland said nearly two dozen people have been charged so far in connection with Sunday's takeover of the Bay Bridge by dozens of riders on ATVs and dirt bikes.
Netflix will air the Week 1 matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press on Thursday.
Drivers who are planning to use southbound 19th Avenue in San Francisco this Mother's Day weekend should expect delays, as Caltrans has scheduled another weekend closure for repaving work.
The 2025 death of a 72-year-old woman in Brentwood who had a medical emergency after being forcibly placed into police custody will be the subject of a formal inquiry, authorities said.
The owner of a business on California's Central Coast has been arrested after he allegedly sexually assaulted a customer during what police described as a "spiritual cleansing."
Police in Oakland said nearly two dozen people have been charged so far in connection with Sunday's takeover of the Bay Bridge by dozens of riders on ATVs and dirt bikes.
Netflix will air the Week 1 matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press on Thursday.
Drivers who are planning to use southbound 19th Avenue in San Francisco this Mother's Day weekend should expect delays, as Caltrans has scheduled another weekend closure for repaving work.
Drivers who are planning to use southbound 19th Avenue in San Francisco this Mother's Day weekend should expect delays, as Caltrans has scheduled another weekend closure for repaving work.
On what would have been his 95th birthday, a stretch of Interstate 80 in San Francisco has been officially renamed to honor San Francisco Giants legend Willie Mays.
Authorities on the Peninsula said five human trafficking survivors were rescued and one person was detained as part of a nationwide operation.
Two Southern California residents suspected of multiple felony and misdemeanor crimes and were arrested after a traffic stop in the Bay Area on Sunday evening, authorities said.
A coyote that gained international attention after it was spotted swimming in frigid San Francisco Bay and arriving at Alcatraz Island earlier this year began its epic swim farther away than initially assumed, according to the National Park Service.
The 2025 death of a 72-year-old woman in Brentwood who had a medical emergency after being forcibly placed into police custody will be the subject of a formal inquiry, authorities said.
Police in Oakland said nearly two dozen people have been charged so far in connection with Sunday's takeover of the Bay Bridge by dozens of riders on ATVs and dirt bikes.
For more than 20 years, a Pleasanton woman has provided special handmade gifts of comfort to children in crisis.
California lawmakers are considering a bill that would ensure insurance companies cover the cost of scalp cooling technology for cancer patients.
A man was shot to death in a neighborhood in Antioch on Monday morning and a suspect was arrested nearby, police said.
The owner of a business on California's Central Coast has been arrested after he allegedly sexually assaulted a customer during what police described as a "spiritual cleansing."
During Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we want to highlight the life and legacy of Japanese American Takayoshi "Dick" Miyagawa.
A man who shot a Mountain View police officer at point blank range during a traffic stop in 2022 was found guilty of attempted murder, authorities said.
A hospital in Santa Clara County is working to find the source of contamination that led to several people being infected by Legionella bacteria.
A shooting at an apartment complex in San Jose left one person dead and the shooter was at large, police said.
Two former Rohnert Park police officers were sentenced to prison on Wednesday for their roles in a marijuana extortion scheme in which they posed as federal agents, prosecutors said.
Police in Santa Rosa have made one arrest and are looking for additional suspects following a shooting near a Cinco de Mayo festival Tuesday night.
In the North Bay, tractors have been commonly used to trim down dry brush, but grazing is now gaining popularity.
After years of devastating wildfires, droughts, and floods, many North Bay communities banned new gas stations as part of an effort to fight climate change. But the Town of Windsor may be making a U-turn.
Just before 8:30 p.m., officers near Sebastopol Road and Avalon Avenue heard multiple gunshots coming from Dutton Avenue, just outside of the festival area.
Netflix will air the Week 1 matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press on Thursday.
Pinch-hitter Ty France delivered a two-run triple in the seventh inning to put San Diego ahead to stay as the Padres picked up a 5-1 win over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday.
On what would have been his 95th birthday, a stretch of Interstate 80 in San Francisco has been officially renamed to honor San Francisco Giants legend Willie Mays.
With yet another top-five pick, GM Mike Grier and his staff can augment a young group already led by Macklin Celebrini and including Will Smith and Michael Misa.
Jackson Merrill had three hits and drove in two runs, Xander Bogaerts homered and the San Diego Padres tied their season highs for hits with 14 and runs in a 10-5 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
The 2025 death of a 72-year-old woman in Brentwood who had a medical emergency after being forcibly placed into police custody will be the subject of a formal inquiry, authorities said.
The owner of a business on California's Central Coast has been arrested after he allegedly sexually assaulted a customer during what police described as a "spiritual cleansing."
Police in Oakland said nearly two dozen people have been charged so far in connection with Sunday's takeover of the Bay Bridge by dozens of riders on ATVs and dirt bikes.
Two former Rohnert Park police officers were sentenced to prison on Wednesday for their roles in a marijuana extortion scheme in which they posed as federal agents, prosecutors said.
Police in Santa Rosa have made one arrest and are looking for additional suspects following a shooting near a Cinco de Mayo festival Tuesday night.
Netflix will air the Week 1 matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press on Thursday.
A proposed $250 million settlement would compensate millions of consumers who bought the iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Career experts say workers and job seekers should take charge of their own AI education. Here's how to get started.
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
As AI-generated music spreads, Spotify says it wants to help users "trust the authenticity" of what they're listening to.
A hospital in Santa Clara County is working to find the source of contamination that led to several people being infected by Legionella bacteria.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
An ice cream company based in the San Francisco Bay Area is recalling dozens of products after they were sold without labels disclosing potentially dangerous allergens.
Health officials in San Francisco announced Wednesday that an infant who recently traveled outside the United States has tested positive for measles.
Congressional Democrats are investigating clemency recipients who may have obtained favorable treatment from Trump or his advisers "through intermediaries, financial contributions, or other forms of influence."
A former cellmate has previously claimed that the note was written by Epstein after a failed suicide attempt less than a month before his death.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
Iranian vessels fired on U.S. ships guiding vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in the U.S. sinking several small Iranian boats.
"I do think this particular job plays a more direct role in the everyday lives of Californians than just about any other role in state politics," said Caroline Heldman, a professor at Occidental College.
Philz Coffee will once again sport the Pride flag at its cafés after a directive to have them and other flags removed created a backlash.
The Trump administration agreed to restore the Stonewall National Monument's Pride flag in Greenwich Village after it was removed.
Philz Coffee's move to remove the Pride flag and all other flags from their stores is brewing up some strong reaction.
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday.
The Trump administration has given San Jose State University 10 days to change its policy on transgender athletes or face legal action and possibly lose federal funding.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
At Last Rites, the weekly gathering goes beyond simply watching a television show. For fans, it's an immersive experience, one that brings them closer to the world of "Survivor," and to each other.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Michael Tilson Thomas, the 12-time Grammy Award winning composer and famed conductor who led the San Francisco Symphony for a quarter century, has died.
Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
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.
On Thursday, expect the coast to remain cloudy and cool. Meanwhile, inland areas are expected to warm up, with highs in the 70s and low 80s. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Police in Santa Rosa said a 19-year-old has been arrested in connection with a shooting near a Cinco de Mayo festival Tuesday night.
In the North Bay, tractors have been commonly used to trim down dry brush, but grazing is now gaining popularity.
The North Bay town of Windsor could be turning to the pump to help deal with its deficit. The Town Council will consider repealing a ban on building new gas stations to help balance the books. John Ramos reports.
Bay Area thieves area causing constant damage and widespread internet outages in search of copper wire, while crews repeatedly replace wiring in the same areas. Brad Hamilton reports on why it is so hard to stop the theft.
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.