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A Utah man on Wednesday was ordered to stand trial for allegedly beating a man to death with a skateboard in San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury neighborhood on Christmas Day—a case his attorney has described as self-defense.
Three men were arraigned Thursday morning in connection with an alleged hate crime attack on two Mexican nationals in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood in November, District Attorney George Gascon said.
Twitter officials told San Francisco city leaders on Tuesday that the company plans to lease offices in the Mid-Market neighborhood if it receives a payroll tax exemption.
While state and federal health officials are downplaying the risk of nuclear radiation from Japan, the EPA is deploying more electronic radiation monitors.
It's now up to the mayor to pick the new San Francisco police chief from three names given to him by the police commission.
Eight months ahead of election day, an exclusive CBS 5 KPIX-TV poll finds the front-runner in the San Francisco mayoral race is a candidate who isn't even running.
San Francisco officials were set to announce a smartphone application that would send alerts to people trained in CPR so they could respond to nearby cardiac emergencies.
A San Francisco woman was ordered to stand trial for accusations that she cheated customers out of money through her travel agency.
A man was injured in a shooting in San Francisco's Visitacion Valley neighborhood on Tuesday afternoon, police said Wednesday.
Commuters will be able to drive the new approach to the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco well before the project is completed in 2014.
Japan's nuclear crisis is spiking demand in the Bay Area and much of the West Coast for a cheap drug that can protect against one type of radiation damage—even though the risk is only in Japan.
At least five people were shot outside a bar in San Francisco's Mission District Monday night, a police spokesman said.
A total of 68 drug and robbery cases in San Francisco have been dropped in light of a probe into allegations of police misconduct, a spokesman for the district attorney's office said Tuesday.
Facebook will soon begin testing a service that will provide its members local discounts, a move that will put it in direct competition with daily-deals giant Groupon.
San Francisco pedestrians and concerned residents complained at Monday's Board of Supervisor's Meeting when a committee held a hearing on using Segways on the paths of Golden Gate Park.
Three men were hospitalized in two separate attacks near the same intersection in San Francisco's Western Addition neighborhood less than 24 hours apart this weekend, police said.
A man was shot while driving his car in San Francisco's Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood early Sunday morning, police said.
A trackside problem on the BART system in San Francisco has been repaired Monday morning, a spokesman said, though trains are still running at least 10 minutes behind schedule.
San Francisco right-hander Ryan Vogelsong is enjoying every moment of his attempt to make it back to the major leagues for the first time in five years.
San Francisco police discovered two stabbing victims in Golden Gate Park Saturday morning, police said.
When comparing to the 1906 earthquake, the USGS has figured that Japan's earthquake is equivalent to 30 of the San Francisco earthquakes.
For a second year in a row, summer classes will be offered only to students who are lagging behind academically or need credits to graduate, school district officials announced Thursday.
San Francisco District Attorney George Gascon announced Friday that he is turning over the investigation into allegations of police misconduct to federal authorities.
The surfer that rescued a Windsor High School student who jumped from the Golden Gate Bridge Thursday morning said the teen began swimming away after the death-defying fall.
A yellow Lamborghini belonging to a celebrity chef that was stolen early Tuesday may just be the latest vehicle taken from a San Francisco car dealership.
Gov. Gavin Newsom defended his administration's water policies and pushed for major infrastructure projects, including the controversial Delta Conveyance Project, arguing California is now "more prepared for our water future than ever before."
From its headwaters high in the Oakland Hills throught the city's Fruitvale District to where the waters eventually empty into the Oakland Estuary and San Francisco Bay, Sausal Creek is a historic treasure.
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
The Justice Department argues the patchwork of state laws around guns makes it difficult to take them across state lines for lawful purposes like target shooting, hunting and self-defense.
As California heads into another potentially dangerous wildfire season, local, state and federal agencies gathered in Sonoma County to show the people, aircraft and equipment they say are ready to respond.
Gov. Gavin Newsom defended his administration's water policies and pushed for major infrastructure projects, including the controversial Delta Conveyance Project, arguing California is now "more prepared for our water future than ever before."
From its headwaters high in the Oakland Hills throught the city's Fruitvale District to where the waters eventually empty into the Oakland Estuary and San Francisco Bay, Sausal Creek is a historic treasure.
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
The Justice Department argues the patchwork of state laws around guns makes it difficult to take them across state lines for lawful purposes like target shooting, hunting and self-defense.
As California heads into another potentially dangerous wildfire season, local, state and federal agencies gathered in Sonoma County to show the people, aircraft and equipment they say are ready to respond.
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.
From its headwaters high in the Oakland Hills throught the city's Fruitvale District to where the waters eventually empty into the Oakland Estuary and San Francisco Bay, Sausal Creek is a historic treasure.
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.
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.
A system that thousands of schools and universities use was offline due to a cyberattack.
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.
Mexican street corn-inspired trail mix made by Illinois food company was sold at Target and other retailers, as well as online.
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.
The Justice Department argues the patchwork of state laws around guns makes it difficult to take them across state lines for lawful purposes like target shooting, hunting and self-defense.
Three U.S. Navy destroyers transiting the Strait of Hormuz came under attack on Thursday, and the U.S. struck on two Iranian ports abutting the strait, putting into question an increasingly fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
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.
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.
Andrea Nakano reports.
For 30 years, Friends of Sausal Creek has restored miles of habitat, planting tens of thousands of native flowers, trees, shrubs, and grasses. Anne Makovec reports.
Friday morning marks the next phase of Caltrans' project to resurface 19th Avenue in San Francisco's Sunset District. Veronica Macias report.
If a hotel tax measure fails on the June ballot, San Jose residents could lose Sunday library hours and downtown police patrols amid a $50 million budget shortfall. Kevin Ko reports.
A high-tech way to train for wildfires could be the future for crews across California. Itay Hod has a behind-the-scenes look at a new kind of preparation for fires in the wildland-urban interface.
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.