2 Oakland men charged with schemes to sell drugs in SF Tenderloin
Two Oakland residents have been charged with separate schemes to distribute drugs in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, prosecutors said.
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77-year-old San Francisco man missing since Monday, believed to be at-risk
The San Francisco Police Department is asking for the public's help in searching for a 77-year-old Sunset District man who is missing and is believed to be at-risk.
S.F. supervisor wants city to extend moratorium on evictions
California's eviction moratorium has already expired but, in San Francisco, a supervisor has a plan to help city tenants still recovering from the pandemic economy. Kelsi Thorud reports. (3-23-23)
Memorial outside Wild 94.9 grows in tribute to DJ Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift
Ryan Yamamoto reports on fans paying tribute to Wild 94.9 DJ Jeffrey "JV" Vandergrift after he was identified as body found in water at Pier 39 (3-23-2023)
San Francisco Fire thanks nurse, off-duty doctor who gave CPR to driver on Bay Bridge
The San Francisco Fire Department thanked a nurse and an off-duty doctor who helped a driver in distress on Thursday by providing them with CPR on the Bay Bridge, according to authorities.
Missing Wild 94.9 DJ Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift confirmed as body found in water at San Francisco's Pi
Ryan Yamamoto reports on the sad news confirming that missing Wild 94.9 DJ Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift was identified as the body pulled from water at Pier 39 Wednesday (3-23-2023)
Bay Area commuters recall chaos during windy storm
It was a nightmare commute Tuesday afternoon as high winds ripped through the Bay Area.
Former SF boxer Jimmy Ford's nonprofit using the ring to help at-risk kids battle life's challenges
A former boxer has spent the last 20 years training at-risk children in the sport that gave him a fighting chance at life off the streets. Sharon Chin reports.
Bay Area assesses damage after deadly and ferocious storm rips through region
Team coverage of clean-up and damage assessment in the wake of Tuesday's historic storm (3-22-2023)
VR 360 View: Dude, Where's My Driver? -- Take a 360-degree ride inside of a fully autonomous car
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Clean up, repairs underway in San Francisco after citywide storm damage
San Francisco crews said Wednesday they are assessing and cleaning up the citywide damage caused by Tuesday's high winds and rain, including hundreds of fallen trees, power outages and major traffic disruptions.
Update: Repairs on 3rd Street Bridge in San Francisco continue after storm damage from barges
Repairs on the damaged 3rd Street Bridge in San Francisco continued Wednesday, a day after the span sustained damage after being struck by two industrial barges that became unmoored during Tuesday's storm.
Sly Stone memoir to be released through new Questlove imprint
Questlove has own book imprint and is launching it with a memoir by one of the world's most influential and enigmatic musicians, Sly Stone, leader of Sly and the Family Stone.
San Francisco city leaders promise action after multiple violent incidents involving youth
San Francisco city leaders spoke out Tuesday in response to a series of violent incidents involving SFUSD students, vowing to increase safety and support measures across the school district.
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.
North Beach sandwich shop owner says he's seen teen behavior deteriorate over past 30+ years
Juliette Goodrich reports on what the owner of a sandwich shop across from middle school where a student stabbed a classmate sees as far as kids behaving badly (3-20-2023)
Content creators, influencers worried about verification plans on social media platforms
Shawn Chitnis reports on worries some content creators are having over paid account verification being rolled out for Facebook and Instagram (3-20-2023)
SF Stonestown Galleria mall workers, shoppers says recent violence becoming commonplace
A recent rash of violence has left business owners and shoppers at San Francisco's Stonestown Galleria mall on edge. They tell reporter Wilson Walker the ongoing violence is nothing new.
San Francisco Supervisor Ahsha Safai talks about violence at Stonestown Galleria
Reed Cowan talks to SF Supervisor Ahsha Safai about the recent outbreak of youth violence at the Stonestown Galleria mall (3-20-2023)
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.
Windows smashed at India consulates in San Francisco, London
Windows at India's High Commission in London and at the Consulate General of India in San Francisco were smashed during separate demonstrations by Sikh protesters, police in both cities said Monday.
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.
Update: Police activity on Golden Gate Bridge resolved; Northbound lanes reopened
Police and CHP activity midspan on the Golden Gate Bridge closed one northbound lane and slowed traffic in both directions on U.S. Highway 101 Saturday morning, according to authorities.
Student injured in stabbing at middle school in S.F. North Beach
The victim of a stabbing at Francisco Middle School in San Francisco is expected to survive but some parents of students at the school say they're looking to take their kids somewhere else.
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Berkeley businesses lose big bucks in lengthy power outage
Some East Bay businesses are still recovering from this past Tuesday's destructive storm.
Trump calls for "final battle in 2024" in first official campaign rally
The rally in Waco, Texas, comes a week after the former president claimed he would be "arrested."
Sharks fall to Flames 5-3
The Calgary Flames kept their playoff hopes alive with a big 5-3 win over the San Jose Sharks on Saturday.
Santa Clara County opens warming centers as weekend temps plunge
Warming centers, including seven Santa Clara County libraries, are open over the weekend in the South Bay to serve as refuge for residents in need.
Delta passenger arrested for triggering plane's emergency slide at LAX
According to Los Angeles Airport Police, the passenger allegedly opened one of the plane's emergency exit doors, causing the emergency slide to deploy as the plane was pushing away from the gate at around 10 a.m. Saturday morning.
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Berkeley businesses lose big bucks in lengthy power outage
Some East Bay businesses are still recovering from this past Tuesday's destructive storm.
Trump calls for "final battle in 2024" in first official campaign rally
The rally in Waco, Texas, comes a week after the former president claimed he would be "arrested."
Santa Clara County opens warming centers as weekend temps plunge
Warming centers, including seven Santa Clara County libraries, are open over the weekend in the South Bay to serve as refuge for residents in need.
Delta passenger arrested for triggering plane's emergency slide at LAX
According to Los Angeles Airport Police, the passenger allegedly opened one of the plane's emergency exit doors, causing the emergency slide to deploy as the plane was pushing away from the gate at around 10 a.m. Saturday morning.
Sierra ski resorts plan to stay open into July
The slopes are open for summer, at least in Northern California.
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San Bruno considers interim city manager appointment as search continues
San Bruno city leaders will consider appointment of an interim city manager as it conducts an executive search for a permanent replacement.
Unincorporated San Mateo County minimum wage goes up in April
Those who work for minimum wage in unincorporated San Mateo County will see their hourly rate rise beginning April 1.
SFPD offers $25,000 reward to solve 2020 fatal shooting of 19-year-old
San Francisco police on Friday announced a $25,000 reward for information on the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old man in the city's Bayview District in 2020.
77-year-old San Francisco man missing since Monday, believed to be at-risk
The San Francisco Police Department is asking for the public's help in searching for a 77-year-old Sunset District man who is missing and is believed to be at-risk.
Friends, family and fans grieve death of Wild 94.9 DJ Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift
Family, friends and listeners of a popular morning radio show host got news on Friday they hoped would never come.
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Berkeley businesses lose big bucks in lengthy power outage
Some East Bay businesses are still recovering from this past Tuesday's destructive storm.
Union City police locate driver in fatal collision with pedestrian on Alvarado-Niles road
Union City police say they located a man believed to be the driver in a fatal collision that took place Friday on Alvarado-Niles Road.
Car plunges off San Mateo Bridge near Hayward, driver rescued
A vehicle flew off the San Mateo bridge, plunging 15 feet down an embankment Saturday morning on the Hayward side of the bridge, according to the California Highway Patrol.
2 Oakland men charged with schemes to sell drugs in SF Tenderloin
Two Oakland residents have been charged with separate schemes to distribute drugs in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, prosecutors said.
Oakland 'sleep out' boosts awareness, raises funds for homeless youth
On a chill Friday night in Oakland, community members participated in a "sleep out" to call attention to the plight of homeless youth.
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Santa Clara County opens warming centers as weekend temps plunge
Warming centers, including seven Santa Clara County libraries, are open over the weekend in the South Bay to serve as refuge for residents in need.
Waste collection services resume in flooded Pajaro community
Monterey County and Waste Management are working together to provide waste collection services in Pajaro, the area hard hit by recent flooding of the Pajaro River due to the fierce atmospheric river storms in recent weeks.
Intel co-founder, creator of Silicon Valley's 'Moore's Law' dies at 94
Intel co-founder Gordon Moore, a Silicon Valley tech pioneer whose "Moore's Law" predicted a steady rise in computing power for decades, died Friday at the age of 94.
Monterey SPCA still caring for over 200 pets after Pajaro flooding
Monterey County's Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has sheltered nearly 250 pets evacuated over the last two weeks due to flooding of the Pajaro River.
Mother dies, 7-year-old son missing at Moss Landing
The U.S. Coast Guard on Thursday suspended the search for a 7-year-old boy whose mother was found dead in the water off Monterey County.
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Napa County deputies arrest former winery employee in $10,000 wine theft
Authorities in Napa County arrested a man on suspicion of grand theft and vehicle theft Friday after he allegedly stole $10,000 in wine
Silverado Trail closed north of St. Helena due to downed power lines
Silverado Trail is closed north of St. Helena due to downed power lines Friday morning, Napa County officials said.
Two arrested in Petaluma suspected of vehicle theft, drug possession
Police in Petaluma on Thursday arrested two suspects in connection with a vehicle theft and other crimes.
Wine Country growers brace for possible weekend freeze
With a frost warning up for the Bay Area, approaching cold weather this weekend could be a concern for wine makers.
11-year-old girl struck by driver near Fairfield school; woman arrested for DUI
Police have arrested a Fairfield woman on suspicion of driving under the influence after an 11-year-old girl was struck near a middle school campus Thursday morning.
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Sharks fall to Flames 5-3
The Calgary Flames kept their playoff hopes alive with a big 5-3 win over the San Jose Sharks on Saturday.
Warriors rally back from 11 down to beat 76ers
The Golden State Warriors rallied past Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers 120-112 on Friday night.
Miami beats No. 1 seed Houston; all four top NCAA seeds out
Knocking No. 1 seed Houston out of the NCAA Tournament made Jim Larrañaga feel like dancing.
49ers hope Panthers kicker Zane Gonzalez can match Gould standard
The 49ers have found their potential replacement for longtime kicker Robbie Gould after agreeing to acquire Zane Gonzalez from the Panthers on Friday.
Mavs' Doncic fined $35K over gesture toward officials during loss to Warriors
Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic was fined $35,000 on Friday for directing a money sign toward officials in the final seconds of a loss to Golden State.
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2 Oakland men charged with schemes to sell drugs in SF Tenderloin
Two Oakland residents have been charged with separate schemes to distribute drugs in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, prosecutors said.
Brazen burglary spree targets Oakland Chinatown businesses
Oakland Chinatown businesses are demanding more police presence following a string of burglaries on Thursday morning.
Antioch man charged with killing unborn baby in stabbing of pregnant woman, children
A 37-year-old man has been charged with murder and other felonies for stabbing his pregnant partner and her two children in Antioch last weekend, the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office announced Friday.
Napa County deputies arrest former winery employee in $10,000 wine theft
Authorities in Napa County arrested a man on suspicion of grand theft and vehicle theft Friday after he allegedly stole $10,000 in wine
SFPD offers $25,000 reward to solve 2020 fatal shooting of 19-year-old
San Francisco police on Friday announced a $25,000 reward for information on the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old man in the city's Bayview District in 2020.
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Intel co-founder, creator of Silicon Valley's 'Moore's Law' dies at 94
Intel co-founder Gordon Moore, a Silicon Valley tech pioneer whose "Moore's Law" predicted a steady rise in computing power for decades, died Friday at the age of 94.
Truckers preview next-generation electric big rigs at Port of Stockton
Northern California truck drivers and fleet operators got a look at the latest in electric-power, big rig technology at the Port of Stockton on Thursday.
Senators order former Silicon Valley Bank CEO to testify
Leaders of the Senate's banking committee on Thursday warned former chief executive officers at the failed Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank that they expect them to testify before the panel, saying in a letter to each: "you must answer for the bank's downfall."
VR 360 View: Dude, Where's My Driver? -- Take a 360-degree ride inside of a fully autonomous car
From the engineering prowess of the Golden Gate Bridge to its earthquake-resistant skyscrapers, San Francisco has always been ahead of the curve.
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.
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$25 / hour minimum wage proposed for California health workers
State lawmakers hope a minimum wage of $25 for all healthcare workers in California will help with a shortage in that industry, introducing legislation this session at the Capitol.
3 deaths linked to recalled eye drops
Three people have died from a drug-resistant bacteria linked to recalled eye drops. Manuel Bojorquez talks with one man who lost his sight following an infection.
Nurses at MarinHealth Medical Center reach deal, avert strike
Nurses with MarinHealth in the Marin County community of Greenbrae reached a tentative contract agreement subsequently avoiding a strike that would have started Tuesday.
California bill would ban food products, candies containing certain chemical additives
Some chemicals linked to health issues have been banned in food products in the European Union, while the United States has allowed use at levels determined safe. A bill recently introduced in the California State Assembly could start to change that.
Oakland extends mask mandate in city-owned buildings through July 2023
The Oakland City Council opted this week to extend the requirement to wear a mask in city-owned facilities through at least July 1, 2023.
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Trump calls for "final battle in 2024" in first official campaign rally
The rally in Waco, Texas, comes a week after the former president claimed he would be "arrested."
Idaho governor signs firing squad execution bill into law
Idaho is now the fifth state to allow execution by firing squad, according to the Death Penalty Information Center.
$25 / hour minimum wage proposed for California health workers
State lawmakers hope a minimum wage of $25 for all healthcare workers in California will help with a shortage in that industry, introducing legislation this session at the Capitol.
San Bruno considers interim city manager appointment as search continues
San Bruno city leaders will consider appointment of an interim city manager as it conducts an executive search for a permanent replacement.
Unincorporated San Mateo County minimum wage goes up in April
Those who work for minimum wage in unincorporated San Mateo County will see their hourly rate rise beginning April 1.
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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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Former KPIX reporter Bill Schechner dies at age 81
Former KPIX reporter and anchor Bill Schechner has passed away at the age of 81 after a long illness according to his longtime friend, journalist, and KPIX colleague Linda Schacht.
Friends, family and fans grieve death of Wild 94.9 DJ Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift
Family, friends and listeners of a popular morning radio show host got news on Friday they hoped would never come.
Missing Wild 94.9 DJ Jeffrey 'JV' Vandergrift found dead at Pier 39 in San Francisco
The body of missing Wild 94.9 radio DJ Jeffrey Vandergrift, popularly known as "JV" on air, has been found after he went missing in February.
Gisele Bündchen breaks silence on divorce from Tom Brady
Months after their divorce was announced, Gisele Bündchen spoke with Vanity Fair about her marriage to now-retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady.
New details revealed about 50th anniversary celebration "The Young and the Restless"
The cast of daytimes #1 drama looks back in brand new footage, Paramount+ celebrates the series' legacy, and a sneak peek at the upcoming anniversary storyline is revealed.
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Dude, Where's My Driver?; Take a 360 degree ride inside of a fully autonomous car
From the engineering prowess of the Golden Gate Bridge to its earthquake-resistant skyscrapers, San Francisco has always been ahead of the curve.
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.
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Berkeley businesses lose big bucks in lengthy power outage
The latest winter storm knocked out power to thousands of customers in the Bay Area and Da Lin spoke to Berkeley business owners who lost a lot of money. (3-25-23)
Officials consider easing drought restrictions as South Bay reservoirs refill
A water resources specialist with Santa Clara Valley Water says the district is considering lifting many of the restrictions the agency implemented during the drought. Devin Fehely reports. (3-25-23)
First Alert Weather Saturday Night Forecast
You can leave the umbrella at home -- on Sunday, that is. Meteorologist Darren Peck says the rain will hold off until Monday. (3-25-23)
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Here's the latest from the KPIX newsroom. (3-25-23)
Credit card debt among Americans at all-time high
Credit card debt among Americans is nearing the trillion-dollar mark. And with the recent interest rate hike, Americans can look forward to higher interest rates. Tanya Rivero has the latest.
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Former boxer's nonprofit using the ring to help at-risk kids battle life's challenges
A former boxer has spent the last 20 years training at-risk children in the sport that gave him a fighting chance at life off the streets.
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.
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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.