Sex trafficking ring busted in South Bay; 9 arrested, 18 victims rescued
Authorities in the South Bay have arrested nine suspects and rescued more than a dozen survivors following the bust of a sex trafficking ring last week.
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Maryland man arrested in San Jose sex trafficking sting operation
Police arrested a man in Maryland for alleged sex trafficking offenses after a sting operation by the San Jose police, the department announced Wednesday.
San Jose child sex trafficker sentenced to nearly 40 years in federal prison
A San Jose man who was convicted in a child sex trafficking scheme has been sentenced to more than 38 years in prison, federal officials said.
R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison
R&B singer R. Kelly was sentenced to 30 years in prison Wednesday on federal sex trafficking charges during a court hearing in New York.
Sacramento Man Found Guilty Of Pimping 17-Year-Old In Oakland And San Francisco
After a seven–day trial, a federal jury in Sacramento has found Robert Pierre Duncan guilty of conspiracy to engage in sex trafficking of a child for pimping a 17-year-old girl in San Francisco and Oakland.
Jury Finds Ghislaine Maxwell Guilty of Charges Tied to Jeffrey Epstein's Sex Trafficking Ring
A jury in New York has convicted British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell of grooming minors for sexual abuse at the hands of Jeffrey Epstein. Maxwell was found guilty of five of the six federal counts related to Epstetin's sex trafficking ring.
Judge Dismisses Case Against Man Accused Of Pimping Richmond Police Chief's Daughter
Oho McNair, also known as Joe Goldman, was arrested in October by the U.S. Marshals Service on suspicion of pimping the daughter of Richmond Police Chief Bisa French but the alleged victim has refused to testify against him.
Federal Jury Convicts San Jose Woman Of Child Sex Trafficking Conspiracy
A federal jury has convicted a 29-year-old San Jose woman of conspiracy and sex trafficking of children.
Woman Guilty In Statewide Sex Trafficking Ring Sentenced To 10-Year Prison Term
One of the defendants in what state officials called "an organized crime sex trafficking ring operating across California" was sentenced Wednesday to 10 years and 8 months in state prison, California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced.
Stockton Man Gets 17-Year Prison Sentence For Child Sex Trafficking
A Stockton man was sentenced to a lengthy prison sentence Monday following his conviction on child sex trafficking.
Expert: Homelessness Disproportionately Impacts Black And LGBTQ Youth
There is a hidden homeless population, often by design: street kids. When children end up homeless, it's usually because someone in their life dropped the ball. A UC Berkeley professor says it's up to society to pick them up.
Oakland Hires Anti-Violence Czar With Proven Track Record To Stop Crime
There has been a spike in violent crime in Oakland and the city has is getting help to reverse the trend.
Notorious Sex Trafficker Sentenced To More Than 17 Years In Federal Prison
Damari William Singleton, a Sacramento man who attempted to recruit young women in the Bay Area for a sex trafficking operation from his jail cell, has been sentenced by a federal judge in San Jose to 17 1/2 years in prison, authorities said.
Man Arrested For Sex Trafficking, Abusing Gilroy Woman For Years
A Watsonville man has been arrested for sex trafficking a Gilroy woman for over five years and severely physically abusing her, the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office said Tuesday.
Richmond Parolee, Gang Associate Charged With Sex Trafficking
A known gang associate and parolee has been charged with trafficking a minor using social media to recruit a 16-year-old for sex work, Contra Costa County prosecutors said Thursday.
3 Arrested In East San Jose For Sex Trafficking 14-Year-Old Girl, 2 Other Women
Three men were arrested in East San Jose on Sunday for allegedly trafficking a 14-year-old girl and two other women, police reported Thursday.
Leader Of Bay Area Sex Trafficking Ring Trolled Internet For Underage Victims
The leader of a sex trafficking ring in Santa Clara County, who recruited minors through social media, has pleaded guilty to several counts in federal court and faces decades in prison.
New Laws Forced Sex Workers Back On SF Streets, Caused 170% Spike In Human Trafficking
Police stats showed a drop in violent crime for San Francisco last year. But there's one major category that is bucking the trend: Police recorded a 170 percent jump in reports of human trafficking in 2018.
South Bay Siblings Accused In Scheme Of Trafficking Guatemalan Immigrants
A Mountain View man and his sister allegedly helped bring Guatemalan families and teens to the U.S. illegally, only to ensnare them in a scheme of forced sex and labor trafficking.
Sacramento Postal Worker Saves Teen Girl From Sex Trafficking
A Sacramento postal worker is being credited with saving a teenage girl from being sold into sex trafficking.
Bay Area Men Arrested For Alleged Sex Trafficking Of Teenage Girls
Four Bay Area men arrested for allegedly providing drugs and alcohol to teenage girls and then prostituting them in Salinas and San Jose.
San Francisco Sex Workers Battle For Rights, Legitimacy
Sex workers say there needs to be rights for those who choose to be in the sex work industry and safeguards created for women who don't.
Shutting Down Accused Online Brothel Backpage.com May Hurt Law Enforcement
There's a law enforcement paradox to Backpage.com, labeled by officials as the largest U.S. internet prostitution ad provider.
4 Richmond Cops Fired After Sex Trafficking Investigation
After reviewing the results of an investigation into sexual misconduct involving a sex trafficking victim, four Richmond police officers have been terminated, city officials said Sunday morning.
Backpage.com Operators Appear On California Pimping Charges
The operators of an international website that advertises escort services say they'll challenge charges of trafficking prostitutes and pimping on First Amendment grounds.
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Holiday pedestrian plaza at Union Square closes two blocks of Stockton Street through Christmas
A holiday pop-up pedestrian plaza in the heart of Union Square will close two blocks of Stockton Street to vehicle traffic the day after Christmas, San Francisco transit officials said.
San Francisco man charged with murder in connection to tech worker Kimberly Wong's death
A San Francisco man on Monday was charged with murder in connection to a woman who was found dead during a well-being check, the district attorney's office said.
EBMUD project to generate power via drinking water delivery system
The East Bay Municipal Utilities District is installing a device designed to generate electricity by using the movement of water through its drinking water delivery system.
Gas leak in El Cerrito fixed; shelter-in-place lifted
A shelter-in-place was lifted Monday afternoon after a gas leak was fixed on Bonnie Drive in El Cerrito, police said.
All-clear given at West Valley College in Saratoga after suspicious package found
A suspicious package found near a building on the West Valley College campus in Saratoga Monday morning has been determined to be safe.
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Holiday pedestrian plaza at Union Square closes two blocks of Stockton Street through Christmas
A holiday pop-up pedestrian plaza in the heart of Union Square will close two blocks of Stockton Street to vehicle traffic the day after Christmas, San Francisco transit officials said.
San Francisco man charged with murder in connection to tech worker Kimberly Wong's death
A San Francisco man on Monday was charged with murder in connection to a woman who was found dead during a well-being check, the district attorney's office said.
EBMUD project to generate power via drinking water delivery system
The East Bay Municipal Utilities District is installing a device designed to generate electricity by using the movement of water through its drinking water delivery system.
Gas leak in El Cerrito fixed; shelter-in-place lifted
A shelter-in-place was lifted Monday afternoon after a gas leak was fixed on Bonnie Drive in El Cerrito, police said.
All-clear given at West Valley College in Saratoga after suspicious package found
A suspicious package found near a building on the West Valley College campus in Saratoga Monday morning has been determined to be safe.
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Holiday pedestrian plaza at Union Square closes two blocks of Stockton Street through Christmas
A holiday pop-up pedestrian plaza in the heart of Union Square will close two blocks of Stockton Street to vehicle traffic the day after Christmas, San Francisco transit officials said.
San Francisco man charged with murder in connection to tech worker Kimberly Wong's death
A San Francisco man on Monday was charged with murder in connection to a woman who was found dead during a well-being check, the district attorney's office said.
All-clear given at West Valley College in Saratoga after suspicious package found
A suspicious package found near a building on the West Valley College campus in Saratoga Monday morning has been determined to be safe.
3-alarm fire in San Francisco's NoPa neighborhood damages multiple homes
Fire crews in San Francisco knocked down a three-alarm fire in the city's north of Panhandle neighborhood early Monday morning that sent two people to the hospital and displaced seven residents, according to fire officials.
San Francisco police offers $25K reward for help solving August homicide
San Francisco Police are offering a reward in connection to the homicide case of a man who was shot and killed in August.
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EBMUD project to generate power via drinking water delivery system
The East Bay Municipal Utilities District is installing a device designed to generate electricity by using the movement of water through its drinking water delivery system.
Gas leak in El Cerrito fixed; shelter-in-place lifted
A shelter-in-place was lifted Monday afternoon after a gas leak was fixed on Bonnie Drive in El Cerrito, police said.
EBMUD project to generate power while delivering drinking water
The East Bay Municipal Utilities District is installing a device designed to generate electricity by using the movement of water through its drinking water delivery system.
Update: Oakland cafe workers say owner knew about anti-Semitic graffiti
A group of current and former employees at an Oakland coffee shop claimed the cafe's owners were aware of bathroom graffiti that could be construed as anti-Semitic for months prior to a recent confrontation that went viral.
Contra Costa DA says Oakley officer acted lawfully in deadly 2022 shooting
The Contra Costa District Attorney's Office is declining to charge an Oakley police officer for fatally shooting a suspect in August 2022, the office said Friday.
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San Jose man dies a month after being allegedly attacked by daughter's boyfriend
A San Jose man was arrested on suspicion of homicide about a month after allegedly attacking his girlfriend's father, police said.
San Mateo police arrest man suspected of flashing gun during road rage incident
San Mateo police arrested a man suspected of flashed a gun during a road rage incident just after midnight on Sunday
Pacific Grove police identify suspects arrested in attempted homicide
Police in Pacific Grove over the weekend released the names of two people arrested in connection with an attempted homicide there last month.
Police arrest San Jose man for domestic violence, find gun and illegal drugs
San Jose police arrested a man early Sunday for alleged domestic violence and found a firearm and illegal drugs at his home.
Rocket launcher, Uzi among 408 firearms collected in San Jose gun buyback
A rocket launcher and an Uzi were among the 408 firearms collected by law enforcement at a gun buyback in San Jose last weekend.
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Santa Rosa police arrest woman for alleged possession of loaded gun, narcotics
Santa Rosa officers arrested a woman Sunday afternoon for allegedly carrying a loaded firearm while in possession of illegal drugs, according to police.
Santa Rosa teen sets $10,000 goal for his 10th annual cookie fundraiser
A Santa Rosa teen has been holding holiday fundraisers for 10 years and has now set an ambitious goal that defies people's expectations of him.
San Rafael police find ghost gun after arresting 2 on suspicion of shoplifting
San Rafael police arrested two people for allegedly shoplifting at a department store at the Northgate Mall on Saturday.
Santa Rosa police arrest woman who allegedly stabbed another woman
A 21-year-old woman was arrested Saturday morning for allegedly stabbing another woman after a physical confrontation in Santa Rosa, police said.
Smashing urchins among promising efforts to restore California kelp forests
After purple urchins helped nearly wipe out California's underwater bull kelp forests, biologists say they're seeing promising signs that efforts to save them may be helping.
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Niners take top spot in NFC after Cowboys beat Eagles
After the Niners beat the Seahawks 28-16 earlier in the day, Faithful fans celebrated another win of sorts Sunday evening.
Samuel scores 2 TDs, Purdy throws for career-best 368 yards as 49ers beat Seahawks 28-16
Deebo Samuel scored on a catch and a run and the San Francisco 49ers won their 11th straight division game, beating the Seattle Seahawks 28-16.
Geno Smith out for Seahawks against 49ers; Drew Lock makes 1st start since 2021 season
Geno Smith will miss Seattle's game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday with a groin injury, setting the stage for Drew Lock to make his first start for the Seahawks.
San Francisco native Devin Haney wins WBC belt in front of hometown crowd
Devin Haney beat Regis Prograis by unanimous decision in his division debut to win the WBC super welterweight title in his hometown on Saturday night.
Shohei Ohtani signs with the Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani announced Saturday that he is staying in Southern California, signing a 10-year deal with the Boys in Blue.
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San Francisco man charged with murder in connection to tech worker Kimberly Wong's death
A San Francisco man on Monday was charged with murder in connection to a woman who was found dead during a well-being check, the district attorney's office said.
All-clear given at West Valley College in Saratoga after suspicious package found
A suspicious package found near a building on the West Valley College campus in Saratoga Monday morning has been determined to be safe.
San Jose man dies a month after being allegedly attacked by daughter's boyfriend
A San Jose man was arrested on suspicion of homicide about a month after allegedly attacking his girlfriend's father, police said.
San Mateo police arrest man suspected of flashing gun during road rage incident
San Mateo police arrested a man suspected of flashed a gun during a road rage incident just after midnight on Sunday
Santa Rosa police arrest woman for alleged possession of loaded gun, narcotics
Santa Rosa officers arrested a woman Sunday afternoon for allegedly carrying a loaded firearm while in possession of illegal drugs, according to police.
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Google antitrust trial focused on Android app store payments to be handed off to jury to decide
A federal court jury is poised begin its deliberations in an antitrust trial focused on whether Google's efforts to profit from its app store for Android smartphones have been illegally gouging consumers and stifling innovation.
The terms people Googled most in 2023
To mark the search engine's 25th birthday, Google also released top search data "of all time" across various categories.
Google launches Gemini, upping the stakes in the global AI race
Google took its next leap in artificial intelligence Wednesday with the launch of project Gemini, an AI model trained to behave in human-like ways that's likely to intensify the debate about the technology's potential promise and perils.
Uber set to join the S&P 500 index in latest sign of turnaround for the ride-hailing service
Uber is set to join the S&P 500 index later this month, the latest sign that the ride-hailing and delivery company is turning its business around after struggling through much of the pandemic.
Apple releases urgent update to fix iOS 17 security issues
The update patches two vulnerabilities, includes no new features to the operating system.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
Online tobacco retailers sued for unlawfully selling flavored products to SF residents
San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu said Wednesday the city is suing three online tobacco retailers for unlawfully selling flavored tobacco products and electronic cigarettes to consumers in San Francisco.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
AIDS victims remembered with sidewalk inscriptions in San Francisco
The sidewalks of San Francisco's Castro District became the site of a sprawling memorial on World AIDS Day.
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Texas woman leaves state to have abortion after high court paused decision
State District Judge Maya Guerra Gamble last week had ruled that Kate Cox could terminate her pregnancy despite the state's ban.
Special counsel asks Supreme Court to rule on Trump's immunity claim
Special counsel Jack Smith asked the Supreme Court on Monday to swiftly decide whether former President Donald Trump is absolutely immune from federal prosecution.
Donald Trump says he will not testify in civil fraud trial on Monday
Former President Donald Trump was expected to be his defense team's final witness.
Bernie Sanders: "Israel is losing the war" in public opinion
"Israel is losing the war in terms of how the world is looking at this situation," Sanders said, citing an increasing death toll and displacement of Palestinians.
Kevin McCarthy on Trump: America doesn't want "retribution"
In his first TV interview since announcing his retirement from Congress, the California Republican who was ousted as Speaker talks about an unruly House; his predictions for the 2024 elections; and the future he sees as part of a prospective Trump cabinet.
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Biden marks Trans Day of Remembrance: "No place for hate in America"
President Biden honored transgender Americans on Trans Day of Remembrance, which falls on Nov. 20 and serves to pay tribute to trans people who have lost their lives to violence.
Laphonza Butler, Newsom's Feinstein replacement, to make LGBT history
Laphonza Butler will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Former KPIX reporter Hank Plante reflects on Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
Gov. Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's LGBTQ protections
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.
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Golden Globes announce 2024 nominations. See the full list here.
The Golden Globe nominations mark the official kickoff to Hollywood's 2024 awards season, and the announcement of the full list was livestreamed here.
Miyazaki's 'The Boy and the Heron' is No. 1 at the box office, a first for the Japanese anime master
Japanese anime master Hayao Miyazaki's is No. 1 at the North American box office for the first time in his decades-spanning career.
Taylor Swift Eras Tour crosses billion-dollar mark, setting record
Also unprecedented was the speed at which Swift's Eras Tour had surpassed a billion in sales — a mere eight months.
Ryan O'Neal, star of "Love Story," is dead at 82
Ryan O'Neal, the Oscar-nominated star of films including "Love Story" and "Paper Moon," has died at 82.
CBS presents 'Grammy® Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop'
A star-studded lineup of hip hop legends and GRAMMY-winning artists will grace the stage at this special tribute concert, airing Sunday, Dec. 10 (8:30-10:30 PM, ET/8:00-10:00 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+.
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Oakland Unified copes with shocking rise in district's homeless student population
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.
VR 360 View: Meteorologist Jessica Burch takes flight with the Blue Angels
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.
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.
Study: Colorectal cancer patients could skip harsh radiation therapy
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.
VR 360 View: The high-stakes world of San Francisco's bar pilots
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
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PIX Now Afternoon Edition 12-11-23
CBS News Bay Area afternoon edition headlines for Monday Dec. 11, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
3-alarm fire rips through home in SF's North of Panhandle neighborhood
Shawn Chitnis reports on the early morning fire in San Francisco that destroyed one home and damaged two others (12-11-2023)
Loneliness epidemic
The World Health Organization launched a Commission on Social Connection after declaring loneliness to be a pressing global health threat. The U.S. surgeon general says loneliness is as bad as smoking 15 cigarettes a day when it comes to the mortality effects. Dr. David Spiegel, professor and associate chair of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford, explains what's behind the loneliness epidemic, and discusses some ways to combat loneliness
Food for Bay Area Families: Boy Scout Pack 28
Sharon Chin reports on Boy Scout Pack 28 presenting a check for over $21,000 to Second Harvest of Silicon Valley (12-11-2023)
Game Day: 49ers beat Seahawks (again) for 5th straight win
Matt Lively's postgame report from Levi's Stadium following the 49ers 28-16 win against the Seahawks. San Francisco improved to 10-3 and now has the best record in the NFC. (12-11-23)
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Radical concept still bringing fresh produce to hungry Bay Area families
California food banks used to distribute primarily canned and boxed food, but thanks to an innovative idea from a Bay Area man, they are also able to give away mostly fresh fruits and vegetables.
Oakley woman giving support, opportunities for joy to those with cancer and their families
An Oakley woman has been offering the kind of support and healing that she didn't find readily available when she was diagnosed with cancer.
2 friends lead nonprofit bringing nourishment to needy in South Bay
A pair of volunteers working for a South Bay organization go out of their way to bring warmth and nourishment to the unhoused, not just during the holidays, but all year round.
Hayward teacher using theater to inspire elementary students to dream big
A Hayward teacher is using the timeless work of Shakespeare to inspire his elementary students to dream big.
Man behind Kingmakers of Oakland nonprofit opening doors for students of color
An Oakland man is helping close the racial gap in graduation rates, as a study by the Brookings Institution shows 76% of Black boys complete high school nationwide compared to 87% of white boys.
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College student gives back to program that changed his life
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.
San Rafael student sees the world, but remembers his roots
Police departments all over the country are having a hard time finding new officers, but one Bay Area student is criss-crossing the world while preparing for a career in law enforcement here at home.
Santa Rosa college graduate multi-tasking her way to a master's degree, law school
When most people graduate from college, they tend to focus on one job. But this month's Students Rising Above scholar is currently juggling multiple workplace assignments.
Inseparable San Francisco students overcome hardships together
Itohan Ediae and Qien Feng are getting ready to leave for their first year of college and they are taking a lot with them: excitement, nerves, and memories from what has become an extraordinary friendship.
San Francisco teacher set to begin 42nd year teaching kindergarten
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.