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Bay Area health officials urge shots, precautions to protect from winter viruses
Health officials in all 11 counties in the greater Bay Area urged the region's residents Thursday to protect themselves from COVID-19, flu and other respiratory viruses during the winter holidays.
COVID booster available for children under 5 in Santa Clara county
Appointments for Santa Clara County children under age 5 to receive the bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine are now open at county-run vaccination clinics, public health officials said Wednesday.
FDA clears updated COVID-19 vaccines for kids under age 5
U.S. regulators on Thursday cleared doses of the updated COVID-19 vaccines for children younger than age 5.
Bay Area restaurants try to weather latest challenge of rising COVID & flu cases
With cases of COVID-19, influenza and viruses on the rise, Bay Area restaurants are once again grappling with staffing shortages and coming up with creative ways to encourage workers to get their booster shots. Devin Fehely reports. (12/6/22)
Napa naturopathic doctor gets 3 years in fake COVID-19 vaccine card scam
A North Bay naturopathic doctor who sold fake COVID-19 immunization treatments and fraudulent vaccination cards during the height of the coronavirus pandemic was sentenced Tuesday to nearly three years in prison.
Numbers show apathy towards booster shot across Bay Area
Despite widespread availability of the bivalent Omicron booster shot, there is a sense of booster apathy among people across the Bay Area and the country.
COVID: US reaches major milestone with latest vaccine rollout
The White House COVID response team says the US has reached a major milestone in the pandemic with the rollout of vaccines that match the virus that's spreading. Dan Lieberman explains.
COVID: Who should get new vaccine booster effective against Omicron variant
A new COVID-19 booster that is effective against the Omicron variant will be available in a matter of days. Sara Donchey tells us who should get it first.
San Francisco monkeypox numbers in decline, but vaccines still requested
After almost three months of rampant spread, the number of monkeypox infections in San Francisco is steadily declining. Though hopeful, state and local leaders are still cautiously calling on the federal government to issue more vaccines in an equitable way, both in San Francisco and across California.
Homebound pandemic life left many kids missing routine vaccinations
The California Department of Public Health is reminding parents to make sure their kids are up to date with their routine vaccinations. Max Darrow reports. (8-12-22)
FDA approves intradermal injection for monkeypox vaccine
People who are at high risk for monkeypox can now get vaccinated for the virus via intradermal injection after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the technique.
Santa Clara County offers newly-approved Novavax COVID-19 vaccine
Health officials in Santa Clara County announced Tuesday that they are now offering the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, which was recently approved by federal regulators.
Monkeypox sufferer says vaccine should have been widely available
KPIX spoke with a San Francisco man battling monkeypox who is calling for better leadership from city officials when it comes to getting access to the vaccine. Andria Borba reports. (7-29-22)
Update: San Francisco declares public health emergency due to monkeypox
San Francisco officials on Thursday announced they are declaring a public health emergency over monkeypox that will go into effect on August 1.
Monkeypox vaccine shortage forces SF General to cancel upcoming clinics
Local public health agencies are unsure of the supply of the monkeypox vaccine coming this week from the federal government forcing the closure of Zuckerberg San Francisco General's vaccine clinic.
San Francisco announces new monkeypox vaccine strategy
With San Francisco's ongoing monkeypox outbreak, on Friday officials announced the city lacks sufficient vaccine supply for the number of people who need it.
Monkeypox: California health officials call on CDC for 600K-800K vaccine doses
California public health officials called on the federal government this week to supply more than 500,000 doses of the monkeypox vaccine in an effort to mitigate the spread of the virus.
LGBTQ+ activists demand better response to monkeypox outbreak
The number of monkeypox cases is increasing in the Bay Area and nationwide prompting a call for action from members of the gay community.
San Francisco running out of monkeypox vaccine, requests help from federal government
San Francisco public health officials said Wednesday they are running out of monkeypox vaccines and are urgently requesting additional ones from the federal government.
Labcorp to begin monkeypox testing, doubling nationwide capacity
Starting Wednesday, Labcorp will begin testing for monkeypox using CDC's orthopoxvirus test, which detects all non-smallpox related orthopoxviruses including monkeypox.
Santa Clara health officials prepared for child vaccines
Santa Clara County health officials said Friday that they are ready to open COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to the county's youngest children once they are federally authorized as expected next week.
Bay Area lawmaker scraps plan for preteen vaccine consent
California lawmakers on Thursday amended a bill that would have let preteens be vaccinated against a range of health conditions without their parents' consent, instead raising the proposed minimum age to 15, which would still be among the youngest in the U.S.
COVID: FDA poised to approve vaccine for infants
The Food & Drug Administration is poised to approve a COVID vaccine for children as young as 6 months. Sara Donchey tells us what parents need to know.
San Mateo Co. says young kids could get COVID-19 vaccines next week, pending approval
San Mateo County health providers are ready to provide vaccinations for children six months through 4 years old, pending approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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15-year-old dies after dirt bike crash in Pittsburg
A 15-year-old boy who was riding a dirt bike on the streets of Pittsburg died following a crash Friday afternoon.
Repeatedly hit by thieves, Oakland businesses struggle to keep insurance
Crime is getting so bad for some Oakland businesses they're now having a hard time buying and keeping their insurance.
Curry, Poole, Thompson shoot Warriors past Spurs
Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Jordan Poole combined to send the Warriors past the San Antonio Spurs 130-115 on Friday night.
TikTok attorney insists China won't get U.S. data under proposed plan
During a panel conversation at a conference in Sausalito, ByteDance's general counsel said TikTok has given user data to the U.S. government in response to requests related to law enforcement.
S.F. Hayes Valley residents await long-promised grocery store
Residents in a section of the Hayes Valley neighborhood say they have waited years for an affordable grocery store to open within walking distance of hundreds of low-income families and seniors.
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15-year-old dies after dirt bike crash in Pittsburg
A 15-year-old boy who was riding a dirt bike on the streets of Pittsburg died following a crash Friday afternoon.
Repeatedly hit by thieves, Oakland businesses struggle to keep insurance
Crime is getting so bad for some Oakland businesses they're now having a hard time buying and keeping their insurance.
Curry, Poole, Thompson shoot Warriors past Spurs
Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Jordan Poole combined to send the Warriors past the San Antonio Spurs 130-115 on Friday night.
TikTok attorney insists China won't get U.S. data under proposed plan
During a panel conversation at a conference in Sausalito, ByteDance's general counsel said TikTok has given user data to the U.S. government in response to requests related to law enforcement.
S.F. Hayes Valley residents await long-promised grocery store
Residents in a section of the Hayes Valley neighborhood say they have waited years for an affordable grocery store to open within walking distance of hundreds of low-income families and seniors.
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S.F. Hayes Valley residents await long-promised grocery store
Residents in a section of the Hayes Valley neighborhood say they have waited years for an affordable grocery store to open within walking distance of hundreds of low-income families and seniors.
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.
Peninsula father on mission to distribute Narcan after losing son in overdose
While the Food and Drug Administration has given the green light to distribute the overdose reversal drug naloxone or Narcan over the counter, a Peninsula father who lost his son to fentanyl is doing what he can now to save lives.
Update: All lanes reopen after multi-vehicle crash cleared from San Mateo Bridge
CHP have issued a special traffic alert Friday afternoon following a collision involving five vehicles in eastbound lanes of Highway 92 on the San Mateo Bridge that for a time blocked lanes in both directions.
BART service briefly disrupted between Colma and Daly City as power problems resurface
BART service was briefly disrupted between the Colma and Daly City stations Friday evening due to a power loss issue, according to the transit agency.
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15-year-old dies after dirt bike crash in Pittsburg
A 15-year-old boy who was riding a dirt bike on the streets of Pittsburg died following a crash Friday afternoon.
Repeatedly hit by thieves, Oakland businesses struggle to keep insurance
Crime is getting so bad for some Oakland businesses they're now having a hard time buying and keeping their insurance.
Artist behind Vietnam War monument to U.S. soldiers also a mentor to Pixar animators
This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the Paris Peace Accords, marking the end of U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War. This week, a statue honoring U.S. soldiers in Vietnam was unveiled at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library in Yorba Linda. The artist behind the sculpture has ties to the Bay Area and gets his inspiration from a very special place.
Benicia officials warn of Friday night 'La Migra' game played by high school students
Police and school officials warned Benicia residents of high school students who plan to play a controversial citywide tag game called "La Migra" Friday night.
Former manager of Filipino food giant Ramar Foods pleads guilty in embezzlement scheme
The former accounting manager at a long-established Filipino frozen food production company in Pittsburg pleaded guilty Thursday to several charges related to an embezzlement scheme through which she pilfered more than $1 million.
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Fire survivor donates to Santa Clara Valley Medical Center burn unit
Michael Van Every is bringing love and hope to what can be one of the most painful places: the burn center at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center.
Longtime San Jose antique dealers on verge of being forced out
Longtime antique dealers in San Jose are struggling to survive and now they're at risk of being pushed out entirely from a once-thriving antique shopping district.
Palo Alto architect designs 'plug-in' accessory dwelling unit
California's housing crisis has innovators thinking outside the box to come up with solutions from many angles. In Palo Alto, one architect has a novel plan to help multigenerational households.
Woman killed in South San Jose hit-and-run identified
A woman killed in a hit-and-run collision in San Jose last weekend has been identified by a city councilmember as Limin Cao.
Monterey Co. approves limited eviction moratorium for residents impacted by recent floods
An eviction moratorium was unanimously passed by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday for unincorporated county residents impacted by flooding from atmospheric rainstorms in March.
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Update: Novato shelter-in-place lifted following police serving a search warrant
A shelter-in-place order issued Friday morning in Novato was so authorities could safely carry out a search warrant, police said.
San Rafael teachers authorize strike in unanimous vote
Teachers in San Rafael have voted nearly unanimously to authorize a strike after state-appointed mediation was unsuccessful, the San Rafael Teachers Association said Friday.
Santa Rosa Safeway armed robbery suspects captured after high-speed pursuit
Three suspects were in custody after a Thursday night armed robbery at a Santa Rosa Safeway store ended with their arrest after a high-speed freeway pursuit.
Elephant seals return to Drakes Beach in Point Reyes for their periodic get-together
As is their custom, elephant seals are throwing their weight around at picturesque Drakes Beach at Point Reyes National Seashore in Marin County and park officials are giving them wide berth.
San Leandro man arrested in Mill Valley with weapons cache, booby trap device
A 28-year-old San Leandro man was in custody after an early Thursday morning traffic stop in Mill Valley uncovered a cache of weapons and a booby trap device inside his vehicle.
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Curry, Poole, Thompson shoot Warriors past Spurs
Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Jordan Poole combined to send the Warriors past the San Antonio Spurs 130-115 on Friday night.
Video of Anthony Rendon interaction with Oakland A's fan looked into by MLB
MLB is looking into an interaction caught on video that appears to show Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon grab a fan by the shirt through the bleacher guardrails after the Oakland A's home opener.
Steve Kerr provides optimistic update on Andrew Wiggins' return
While we're not prepared to completely rule out the championship viability of any team that includes Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green, we can all agree that the Golden State Warriors, if they are going to make a serious playoff run, need Andrew Wiggins back.
'The season is frankly a blur'; former Stanford volleyball star on the dangers of concussions
Stanford volleyball star Hayley Hodson had Olympic dreams from a young age, but those goals vanished after suffering from concussions.
A's fans welcome 2023 season amid uncertainty of team's future home
Fans of the Oakland A's were thrilled to celebrate Opening Day at RingCentral Coliseum as tailgaters camped out for hours ahead of the first pitch Thursday. But the excitement of a new season is overshadowed by the unclear future of their home.
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15-year-old dies after dirt bike crash in Pittsburg
A 15-year-old boy who was riding a dirt bike on the streets of Pittsburg died following a crash Friday afternoon.
Repeatedly hit by thieves, Oakland businesses struggle to keep insurance
Crime is getting so bad for some Oakland businesses they're now having a hard time buying and keeping their insurance.
Update: Novato shelter-in-place lifted following police serving a search warrant
A shelter-in-place order issued Friday morning in Novato was so authorities could safely carry out a search warrant, police said.
Former manager of Filipino food giant Ramar Foods pleads guilty in embezzlement scheme
The former accounting manager at a long-established Filipino frozen food production company in Pittsburg pleaded guilty Thursday to several charges related to an embezzlement scheme through which she pilfered more than $1 million.
2 arrested following strong-arm robbery at Pacifica grocery store
Police in Pacifica arrested a woman and a 17-year-old girl in connection with a strong-arm robbery at a supermarket on Wednesday.
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TikTok attorney insists China won't get U.S. data under proposed plan
During a panel conversation at a conference in Sausalito, ByteDance's general counsel said TikTok has given user data to the U.S. government in response to requests related to law enforcement.
Elon Musk 2018 tweet unlawfully threatened UAW efforts at Tesla, court rules
A federal appeals court has ruled that a 2018 Twitter post by Tesla CEO Elon Musk unlawfully threatened Tesla employees with the loss of stock options if they decided to be represented by a union.
Sam Bankman-Fried to likely challenge new crypto charges, lawyer says
A lawyer for Sam Bankman-Fried signaled Thursday that the onetime cryptocurrency darling is challenging the validity of new charges added to an indictment after he agreed to be brought to the United States in December from the Bahamas rather than fight extradition.
Twitter removes tweets about 'Trans Day of Vengeance'
Twitter says it has removed tweets showing a poster promoting a 'Trans Day of Vengeance' protest in support of transgender rights in Washington, D.
Musk, scientists call for halt to AI race sparked by ChatGPT
Are tech companies moving too fast in rolling out powerful artificial intelligence technology that could one day outsmart humans?
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Peninsula father on mission to distribute Narcan after losing son in overdose
While the Food and Drug Administration has given the green light to distribute the overdose reversal drug naloxone or Narcan over the counter, a Peninsula father who lost his son to fentanyl is doing what he can now to save lives.
'The season is frankly a blur'; former Stanford volleyball star on the dangers of concussions
Stanford volleyball star Hayley Hodson had Olympic dreams from a young age, but those goals vanished after suffering from concussions.
Millions are about to lose Medicaid. Here's why — and what to do.
For the first time in three years, states will check if people enrolled in the health care program still qualify. Many don't.
Fire survivor donates to Santa Clara Valley Medical Center burn unit
Michael Van Every is bringing love and hope to what can be one of the most painful places: the burn center at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center.
FDA approves over-the-counter sales of Narcan
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved selling naloxone without a prescription
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EPA approves California rules phasing out diesel trucks
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is clearing the way for California rules that will phase out the sale of diesel-powered trucks.
Trump "upset" and "angry" but "not worried" about indictment, attorney says
A New York grand jury has voted to indict former President Donald Trump.
Trump Indicted: Political experts analyze Manhattan DA's historic move
Reaction to the criminal indictment of former Pres. Donald Trump from California congressman Adam Schiff and Sonoma State University professor David McCuan. (3-30-23)
Newsom starts campaign to boost red-state Democrats, take on GOP governors
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has launched a new political action committee to boost Democrats in Republican states.
What happens now that Trump has been indicted?
Here is what is likely to come next, according to a former prosecutor and law enforcement sources.
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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.
Twitter removes tweets about 'Trans Day of Vengeance'
Twitter says it has removed tweets showing a poster promoting a 'Trans Day of Vengeance' protest in support of transgender rights in Washington, D.
California lawmakers may drop travel ban to states with anti-LGBTQ laws
State Senate leader Toni Atkins announced legislation that would end the ban and replace it with an advertising campaign in those states that promotes acceptance and inclusion for the LGBTQ community.
California may end travel ban to states with anti-LGBT laws
California's travel ban has been in effect since 2017. It requires the state Attorney General to maintain a list of states subject to the ban. That list has grown quickly as states have passed laws restricting doctors from providing gender-affirming care to minors and stopping transgender women and girls from participating in school sports consistent with their gender identity.
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.
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Gwyneth Paltrow not responsible for ski crash, jury finds in civil trial
Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson had sued the actress for more than $300,000 over a 2016 collision on a ski slope.
Celebrated LA band Hooveriii headlines Thee Stork Club in Oakland
Acclaimed Los Angeles-based sextet Hooveriii returns to the Bay Area for this Thursday night show at Thee Stork Club in Oakland.
Jeremy Renner shares video of him walking again after snowplow accident
Renner is seen walking slowly on an antigravity treadmill, nearly three months after the accident.
Nashville psych outfit All Them Witches holds residency at San Francisco's Bottom of the Hill
Nashville-based crew All Them Witches brings its transporting brand of sprawling psychedelia to the Bottom of the Hill for a three-night residency playing a different album in its entirety each night along with a selection of other tunes.
"Paint" star Owen Wilson on his "incredible" luck
As a romantic lead, action star or comic scene-stealer, Owen Wilson has carved out a varied career. In the new comedy "Paint," he plays the Bob Ross-like host of a PBS painting show.
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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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Saturday morning weather forecast with Paul Heggen
For the first weekend in April, expect cool and breezy conditions, with some sprinkles. Early next week, expect unsettled conditions with possible showers. Paul Heggen has the forecast. (4/1/23)
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Gov. Newsom takes a swing at gas price gouging
This week Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law giving state regulators the power to penalize oil companies for making too much money. Andrea Nakano reports. (3-31-23)
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)
Cesar Chavez Day: UFW says message of unity to create change is still alive today
Friday was Cesar Chavez Day, and thousands across the country remembered all the work he did for farm worker rights.
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JA: San Francisco nonprofit gives free eyeglasses to at-risk kids
The head of a San Francisco nonprofit that's been a "rock" of support for at-risk children has expanded its vision to meet a critical need that arose during the pandemic.
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.
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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.