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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Trans community celebrates progress, advocates for equality at S.F. march
At the annual Trans March in San Francisco's Dolores Park, participants talked about what's at stake in the face of harassment and recent anti-LGBT legislation. José Martínez reports. (6-23-23)
Trans opera star Breanna Sinclaire reflects on journey during Pride Month, Juneteenth
As the Bay Area marks Juneteenth and Pride Month, Breanna Sinclairé shares her story on what it's like to be discriminated against not only for her race, but also for her gender identity journey. Reed Cowan reports. (6/19/23)
Breanna Sinclairé, trans opera star, reflects on journey during Pride Month, Juneteenth
As the Bay Area marks Juneteenth and Pride Month, Breanna Sinclairé shares her story on what it's like to be discriminated against not only for her race, but also for her gender identity journey.
Human Rights Campaign declares "state of emergency" for LGBTQ+ Americans
The civil rights organization also issued a guidebook to help ensure safety for both LGBTQ+ residents and travelers in "hostile states."
Demonstrators demanding justice for Banko Brown rally in San Francisco
Demonstrators gathered Sunday outside of the Walgreens on Market Street in San Francisco where Banko Brown, an unhoused Black transgender man, was killed by a security guard.
San Francisco DA: Walgreens security guard won't be charged in Banko Brown slaying
District Attorney Brooke Jenkins on Monday evening confirmed that a security guard who was arrested after allegedly shooting a young person at a downtown Walgreens last week has been released and will not face any charges.
Hundreds turn out for 'Drag Up, Fight Back' rally in San Francisco
Devin Fehely reports on the large crowd in San Francisco protesting recent legislative moves against trans people and drag performers (4-9-2023)
Rally held in San Francisco protesting anti-drag, anti-trans legislation
Flying the blue, pink and white flag, chanting and cheering, members of the Bay Area LGBTQ+ community and their supporters will march Saturday protesting anti-drag, anti-trans legislation nationwide.
Students protest speech by former college swimmer opposed to trans athletes competing
Video captured tense moments at San Francisco State Thursday night after a speech by a former college swimmer.
Proposal would prevent bans on trans athletes
The Biden administration has proposed a rule that would prevent schools and colleges from enacting outright bans on transgender athletes. If approved, the proposed rule would fall under Title IX. Ed O'Keefe has more.
At Marin County rally, transgender youth call for acceptance
In Marin County Friday, some of the Transgender Day of Visibility festivities were led by youth in the community wanting to be seen and heard for who they are.
At Marin County rally, transgender youth call for acceptance
In Marin County, Transgender Day of Visibility festivities were led by youth in the community wanting to be seen and heard for who they are. Andrea Nakano reports. (3-31-23)
On Transgender Day of Visibility, a call to fight rise of anti-trans legislation
Members of the transgender community came together on Friday for an International Transgender Day of Visibility panel discussion at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco.
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
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.
Report: At least 32 transgender people killed in U.S. this year
The latest annual report from the Human Rights Campaign acknowledges that the death toll is likely underreported.
Newsom signs two bills enabling healthcare access for trans youth
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills Thursday intended to protect and bolster access to health care for transgender children and adults.
California bill designating state as transgender youth refuge advances in Assembly
California would present itself as a haven for transgender youth facing discrimination in other states under a bill that advanced Monday, much as it is positioning itself as a sanctuary for those seeking abortions.
Transgender community, supporters protest Dave Chappelle Santa Rosa show
The Luther Burbank Center for the Arts in Santa Rosa is defending its decision to go ahead with a Dave Chappelle comedy show despite protests from the transgender community. John Ramos reports.
Trans woman from India travels across the globe to find her authentic self
The journey to find her authentic self brought Aishani Majumdar halfway around the world as an immigrant from India who wanted to live in a place where she could find love and acknowledge her queer identity.
Trans woman from India travels across the globe to live an authentic life
Shawn Chitnis has the story of a woman from India who traveled across he world to live an authenic life.
Transgender South Bay teen and her parents reflect on their journey
KPIX recently met a courageous young South Bay teen whose journey towards adulthood has been both bewildering and scary for her and her parents.
World swimming bans transgender athletes from women's events
World swimming's governing body has effectively banned transgender women from competing in women's events.
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Oakland business "strike" against rampant crime set for Tuesday
Over 200 Oakland businesses are preparing to go on strike Tuesday in a call for better public safety.
Opposition lawmakers call on Canada's House speaker to resign for honoring man who fought for Nazis
Opposition parties in Canada have called on the speaker of the House of Commons to resign for inviting a man who fought for a Nazi military unit during World War II to attend a speech by the Ukrainian president.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr is unconcerned about entering the final year of his contract
Steve Kerr has no concerns about his long-term status of coach of the Golden State Warriors despite heading into the final year of his contract.
Indictment with hate crime allegations says Hells Angels attacked three Black men in San Diego
The San Diego County District Attorney's Office says 17 people have been indicted on charges involving an attack on three young Black men by members of the Hells Angels biker gang.
Oakland teenage girl missing since last week; Police seek public's help
Police in Oakland were asking the public's help in locating a missing 14-year-old girl.
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Oakland business "strike" against rampant crime set for Tuesday
Over 200 Oakland businesses are preparing to go on strike Tuesday in a call for better public safety.
Opposition lawmakers call on Canada's House speaker to resign for honoring man who fought for Nazis
Opposition parties in Canada have called on the speaker of the House of Commons to resign for inviting a man who fought for a Nazi military unit during World War II to attend a speech by the Ukrainian president.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr is unconcerned about entering the final year of his contract
Steve Kerr has no concerns about his long-term status of coach of the Golden State Warriors despite heading into the final year of his contract.
Indictment with hate crime allegations says Hells Angels attacked three Black men in San Diego
The San Diego County District Attorney's Office says 17 people have been indicted on charges involving an attack on three young Black men by members of the Hells Angels biker gang.
Oakland teenage girl missing since last week; Police seek public's help
Police in Oakland were asking the public's help in locating a missing 14-year-old girl.
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Warriors coach Steve Kerr is unconcerned about entering the final year of his contract
Steve Kerr has no concerns about his long-term status of coach of the Golden State Warriors despite heading into the final year of his contract.
President Biden set to visit Bay Area for campaign events in Atherton, San Francisco
President Joe Biden is set to arrive in the Bay Area Tuesday to attend several campaign fundraising events, according to White House officials.
Amazon invests $4 billion in startup Anthropic amid Big Tech battles over A.I.
Amazon is investing up to $4 billion in artificial intelligence startup Anthropic and taking a minority stake in the company.
Muni past glories go on display in S.F. as future of transit remains in doubt
On Sunday, Muni officials in San Francisco dusted off their vintage buses and street cars to remind visitors of a time when public transit was a star of the city.
Longtime San Francisco Italian restaurant Barbacco closing at end of September
Lifelong restauranteur Umberto Gibin won't be walking into his 14-year-old restaurant Barbacco for service come Sept. 30.
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Oakland business "strike" against rampant crime set for Tuesday
Over 200 Oakland businesses are preparing to go on strike Tuesday in a call for better public safety.
Oakland teenage girl missing since last week; Police seek public's help
Police in Oakland were asking the public's help in locating a missing 14-year-old girl.
California condors sighted near Mount Diablo, Morgan Territory, Round Valley
Winged visitors alien to the area have been casting their large shadows over Contra Costa and Stanislaus counties recently.
"Safe Oakland Streets" initiative lowers speed limits in some business districts
The Mayor of Oakland on Monday announced plans to lower speed limits in some business districts to promote pedestrian safety.
Oakland police report auto theft epidemic; more than 10,000 stolen this year
Oakland police report 10,547 stolen vehicles from Jan. 1 to Sept. 17 -- about 40 stolen cars a day.
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Pedestrian hit, killed in San Jose Willow Glen neighborhood
San Jose police responded Monday morning to the city's second fatal pedestrian collision in four days.
Caltrans reopens stretch of Highway 87 following weekend pavement repair work
Caltrans reopened northbound State Route 87 in San Jose early Monday morning after a 56-hour weekend highway closure, during which Caltrans performed major pavement repair work.
Dialysis caregivers in San Jose, Brentwood and Gilroy to strike for 2 days
More than 500 dialysis caregivers will strike Monday and Tuesday over what they call unfair labor practices at nearly two dozen Satellite Healthcare and Fresenius Kidney Care clinics across California
San Jose's Reid-Hillview Airport, set to close in 2031, faces pressure to shut now
Reid-Hillview Airport in east San Jose is under fire from neighbors who want the county to shut it down.
Weekend closure of northbound Hwy 87 in San Jose to impact South Bay traffic
Residents in San Jose should be prepared for traffic and detours due to the weekend closure of northbound State Route 87 between I-280 and State Route 85 starting Friday evening.
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Atmospheric river-fueled storm front moving across California into North Bay
The edge of an atmospheric river-fueled storm front was skirting the northwest corner of California Monday morning and bringing rain south to the North Bay later in the day, forecasters said.
Calistoga police: Vehicle with stolen license plate crashes in police chase
A vehicle with a stolen license plate crashed on Lillie Street and Foothill Boulevard while being pursued Friday night, Calistoga police said.
2 Santa Rosa teens arrested after tip about planned shooting at Montgomery High
Police in Santa Rosa on Friday confirmed the early morning arrests of two teenagers with an altered firearm after receiving a tip about a potential planned shooting on the Montgomery High campus.
Vallejo's application for state grant to fight retail theft is rejected
The city of Vallejo was turned down by the state for a grant request to tackle organized retail and vehicle theft despite many other Bay Area cities being awarded millions of dollars, City Manager Mike Malone said Thursday.
Windy fire weather keeps wildfire spotters vigilant on Mount Tamalpais
As wildfires burning in Northern California and Southern Oregon send smoke toward the Bay Area impacting air quality across the region, fire experts warn that the unpredictable winds could heighten fire alerts.
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Warriors coach Steve Kerr is unconcerned about entering the final year of his contract
Steve Kerr has no concerns about his long-term status of coach of the Golden State Warriors despite heading into the final year of his contract.
Giants' road woes continue as Dodgers walk off 3-2 win in 10 innings
Chris Taylor's line-drive single to center field in the 10th inning lifted the Los Angeles Dodgers past the San Francisco Giants 3-2.
Steelers defense shines, offense finds rhythm to lift Pittsburgh past Las Vegas Raiders 23-18
The Pittsburgh Steelers walked into the bright lights of Sin City Sunday night and came out the other side with a 23-18 win against the Las Vegas Raiders.
10th inning RBI single lifts Dodgers over Giants
Chris Taylor's line-drive single lifted the Dodgers past the Giants 3-2 on Sunday night.
Detroit blanks Oakland in A's last home game
The Tigers beat the last-place Athletics 2-0 in Oakland's last home game on Sunday.
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Oakland business "strike" against rampant crime set for Tuesday
Over 200 Oakland businesses are preparing to go on strike Tuesday in a call for better public safety.
Indictment with hate crime allegations says Hells Angels attacked three Black men in San Diego
The San Diego County District Attorney's Office says 17 people have been indicted on charges involving an attack on three young Black men by members of the Hells Angels biker gang.
Kidnapped teen rescued from California motel room after 4 days
According to prosecutors, the kidnappers threatened to cut off the teen's body parts if his mother did not pay the $500,000 ransom.
Oakland police report auto theft epidemic; more than 10,000 stolen this year
Oakland police report 10,547 stolen vehicles from Jan. 1 to Sept. 17 -- about 40 stolen cars a day.
Woman dead, among 3 stabbed in Berkeley Hills Saturday; Suspect arrested
Three people were stabbed, one fatally, in a group of attacks in the Berkeley Hills on Saturday afternoon,
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Amazon invests $4 billion in startup Anthropic amid Big Tech battles over A.I.
Amazon is investing up to $4 billion in artificial intelligence startup Anthropic and taking a minority stake in the company.
Fragments of billions-year-old asteroid delivered safely to earth
A capsule carrying asteroid fragments from the early solar system slammed into the atmosphere Sunday before landing gently in the Utah desert.
NASA's first asteroid samples land on Earth after release from spacecraft
A space capsule carrying NASA's first asteroid samples has landed in the Utah desert.
Bonjour Bennu! Precious asteroid sample hurtles earthward
A half-pound hunk of asteroid is screaming toward impact with earth Sunday morning in the Utah desert and everyone near its bullseye is just fine with that.
Cal Fire scores successes using A.I. to spot wildfires
Cal Fire says it has a new tool to battle wildfires before they explode -- artificial intelligence.
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CDC to avoid "scare tactic" in new effort to reset flu shot expectations
The new CDC campaign to back the shots is called "Wild to Mild."
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.
Paid to stay sober; Programs to reward people addicted to drugs for staying clean showing results
U.S. cities wanting to pay people with drug addiction to stay sober have scored a major victory by getting more funding for what is known as contingency management programs.
California sues anti-abortion organizations for unproven treatment to reverse medication abortions
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has sued an anti-abortion group and a chain of anti-abortion counseling centers, saying the organizations misled women when they offered them unproven treatments to reverse medication abortions.
SCC Health: Bacteria from fish didn't cause SJ woman's quadruple amputation
Health officials in Santa Clara County have cast doubts on reports that a bacterial infection blamed on fish eaten by a San Jose woman caused her to undergo a quadruple amputation.
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House GOP prepares four spending bills as shutdown uncertainty grows
House Republicans' efforts to pass four spending bills would not avert a government shutdown.
President Biden set to visit Bay Area for campaign events in Atherton, San Francisco
President Joe Biden is set to arrive in the Bay Area Tuesday to attend several campaign fundraising events, according to White House officials.
"Safe Oakland Streets" initiative lowers speed limits in some business districts
The Mayor of Oakland on Monday announced plans to lower speed limits in some business districts to promote pedestrian safety.
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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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.
Closed meeting by Sunol Glen School District raises some concerns after "special interests" flag vote
In the East Bay, a special school board meeting is scheduled for the Sunol Glen School District Tuesday afternoon.
Cases of LGBTQ+ veterans denied honorable discharges under "don't ask, don't tell" to be reviewed
Ryan Yamamoto reports on plans for the Pentagon to review cases of LGBTQ+ veterans denied honorable discharges under "don't ask, don't tell" (9-20-2023)
Sunol Glen School Board to hold closed session amid flag-ban controversy
Ryan Yamamoto reports on questions surrounding the Sunol Glen School Board's plans for a closed-door meeting Wednesday (9-20-2023)
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David McCallum, star of hit TV series 'The Man From U.N.C.L.E.' and 'NCIS,' dies at 90
Actor David McCallum, who became a teen heartthrob in the hit series "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." in the 1960s and played the eccentric medical examiner in the popular "NCIS" 40 years later, has died. He was 90.
End to writers' strike means some TV shows could return within days
NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" could return to the air as soon as early October.
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2023 brings three days of music to Golden Gate Park
One of the most celebrated music festivals in the Bay Area and the nation, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass makes a welcome return to Golden Gate Park for three days of eclectic sounds this weekend.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
Popular power trio Terry Gross headlines El Rio in San Francisco's Mission
SF heavy experimental power trio Terry Gross shares the stage at El Rio in San Francisco's Mission Thursday night with locals bands Rip Room and Thunder Boys.
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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.
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.
Banko Brown's father speaks out about his killing; 'Like an old lynching'
The father of Banko Brown, the man shot dead by a security guard at a San Francisco Walgreens store, spoke publicly about the killing for the first time Wednesday after retaining civil rights attorney John Burris.
Long-lost photos of Japanese Americans provide poignant glimpse into NorCal history
A chance discovery of a box of photos in a Yuba County storage locker is giving people a unique insight into their community after local historians took it upon themselves to document an important moment in time.
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Updated COVID-19 booster shots
COVID-19 hospitalizations are increasing as respiratory virus season is picking up. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto speaks to an infectious disease doctor at Stanford health care, Dr. Aruna Subramanian, about how well these new shots protect against newer variants.
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Deal to end writers' strike could bring some shows back to air within days
Wendy Gillette reports on the tentative deal reached in five-month WGA strike (9-25-2023)
Oakland officials launch safe streets initiative with lowered speed limits in some neighborhoods
Ryan Yamamoto reports on Oakland promoting pedestrian safety with a new element of the "Safe Oakland Streets" initiative (9-25-2023)
Game Day: Local swimmer completes 100th swim from Alcatraz
Vern Glenn profiles 78-year-old Levy Gerzberg during his bid to join an exclusive club for open water swimming. (9-25-23)
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Pair of Bay Area women helping rescue dogs from war-torn parts of Ukraine
A pair of women from the Bay Area are taking their compassion for canines overseas by rescuing dogs from war-torn Ukraine.
Founder of Filipino Arts and Cinema International in SF celebrates 30 years
A San Francisco man is marking 30 years of celebrating Filipino community arts and culture in the Bay Area
Alameda County food bank employee's outreach turns into nationwide model
An Alameda County food bank employee created a model for the nation when she began helping people dealing with food insecurity get the nourishment they need.
Oakland educators helping high school students succeed with innovative school model
An Oakland man whose life was changed in high school after being injured in a shooting has paired up with a fellow educator to help East Oakland teens succeed through an innovative school model.
Inspired by her grandmother, woman helping single mothers in California
The nonprofit helps single mothers throughout California with necessities for their families.
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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.
Santa Clara woman goes from the family donut shop to law school
KPIX is relaunching our Students Rising Above series with a profile of a young woman who went from working in her family's donut shop to UC Hastings.
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.