Tens of thousands of people evacuated as Philippines volcano erupts
The Philippines' Kanlaon volcano erupted for nearly four minutes, shooting ash 2.5 miles into the sky and prompting the emergency evacuation of some 87,000 people.
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The Philippines' Kanlaon volcano erupted for nearly four minutes, shooting ash 2.5 miles into the sky and prompting the emergency evacuation of some 87,000 people.
Dramatic images from Iceland show lava spewing from a fissure almost two-and-a-half miles long as the Reykjanes peninsula sees its 6th eruption since December.
"Considerable lava fountaining" is spewing from a two-mile-long fissure as southwest Iceland battles its fifth volcanic eruption since December.
The eruption, the second in less than a month, came after a swarm of earthquakes near the town of Grindavik, and the community was evacuated.
A volcanic eruption started Monday night on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, turning the sky orange and prompting the civil defense to be on high alert.
One meteorological office official said he's concerned that a "Hawaiian-style, lava-producing volcanic eruption" could occur in the coming days.
Icelandic officials detected around 900 quakes on Monday alone, mainly near a coastal town on the southern peninsula that was evacuated Friday night.
Lava flows have been observed on the surface of the volcano's crater floor, officials said, as the eruption began early in the morning.
A new study found that the 2022 underwater volcano explosion was so massive that it had an impact that was out of this world.
Two volcanos on the same island in Alaska's Aleutian chain were rocked by earthquakes on Friday, prompting concerns about a possible eruption.
It is oozing at a speed of less than 50 yards per hour, meaning it takes about two hours to move the length of a football field.
Some scientists think the magma could come from as far as 1,800 miles beneath Earth's surface.
Thousands of viewers flock to witness the world's largest volcano erupt, jamming a highway in Mauna Loa that scientists say could soon be covered by the flow. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Given the huge volcano's history, USGS urged residents "at risk" of lava flows to review their preparation measures.
The watery blast from the volcano was huge and unusual — and scientists are still trying to understand its impacts.
The incident marks the latest in a recent string of climbing accidents involving volcanoes around the world.
Anxious Bay Area relatives got a brief message of hope, after the tsunami triggered by the massive underground volcano hit the island nation of Tonga and wiped out key communications infrastructure.
Concerns continued to mount Monday within the large Tongan community in the San Francisco Bay Area over the welfare of relatives still living in the Pacific Island nation after it was rocked by a massive underwater volcanic eruption over the weekend.
An undersea volcano erupted in spectacular fashion near the Pacific nation of Tonga on Saturday, sending tsunami waves rolling thousands of miles across the Pacific, surging onto Northern California beaches and into coastal harbors, causing evacuations and some flooding in the San Francisco Bay Area.
There are more Tongans living in San Mateo County than in the island nation itself and Saturday's volcanic eruption and resulting tsunami have everyone here fearing for the safety of their homeland.
A dream vacation took a terrifying turn for a Bay Area family Monday as they watched in horror as a volcano on New Zealand's White Island erupted as they waited to depart its shores.
For the first time in recorded history, a pond of water has been discovered inside the summit crater of Hawaii's Kilauea volcano, a development that could signal a shift to a more explosive phase of future eruptions.
California's next 'big one' may not be an earthquake. According to a new study from the U.S. Geological Survey, a future volcanic eruption is not only inevitable, hundreds of thousands of people are in harm's way.
Scientists measuring the thickness of Kilauea volcano's newest lava flows have said molten rock added as much as 180 feet of lava to parts of the Big Island last year.
An eruption of the infamous Krakatoa volcanic complex is believed to have triggered a tsunami that killed hundreds in Indonesia.
Martinez Refining Company on Sunday morning reported a "level 1 community awareness message" to Contra Costa County Health.
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A man and an 8-year-old boy have died following a water rescue off the San Mateo County coast over the weekend, officials said.
National Security Counselors, a public interest law firm, alleges the Department of Government Efficiency is breaking a federal a law.
An incarcerated San Mateo man was one of five alleged gang members federally indicted on racketeering and drug offenses that were carried out by the Mexican Mafia prison gang, the U.S. Department of Justice said Friday.
Martinez Refining Company on Sunday morning reported a "level 1 community awareness message" to Contra Costa County Health.
Donald Trump is now the 47th president of the United States. Follow live coverage and watch a live stream of the inauguration events here.
A man and an 8-year-old boy have died following a water rescue off the San Mateo County coast over the weekend, officials said.
National Security Counselors, a public interest law firm, alleges the Department of Government Efficiency is breaking a federal a law.
An incarcerated San Mateo man was one of five alleged gang members federally indicted on racketeering and drug offenses that were carried out by the Mexican Mafia prison gang, the U.S. Department of Justice said Friday.
A man and an 8-year-old boy have died following a water rescue off the San Mateo County coast over the weekend, officials said.
An incarcerated San Mateo man was one of five alleged gang members federally indicted on racketeering and drug offenses that were carried out by the Mexican Mafia prison gang, the U.S. Department of Justice said Friday.
In the Bay Area, people on both sides say seeing this ceasefire go into effect brings them some hope but there is still fear and a lot of anxiety.
A multi-vehicle crash in San Francisco Sunday evening killed one person and sent several others to the hospital, including one victim with life-threatening injuries. A suspect was detained, police said.
The 22nd annual SF Sketchfest continues Tuesday with a tribute to comedy icon Albert Brooks as the festival presents an array of stand-up and improv shows at venues across San Francisco.
Martinez Refining Company on Sunday morning reported a "level 1 community awareness message" to Contra Costa County Health.
A BART police officer was hospitalized early Monday after his patrol car was hit by a vehicle that allegedly ran a red light in Richmond, authorities said.
Police are investigating a burglary that occurred inside University of California, Berkeley's California Memorial Stadium early Sunday morning.
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A woman died and two men are in the hospital after a stabbing in Berkeley, prompting road closures Saturday afternoon, police said.
Authorities in Monterey County, California lifted all evacuations Friday night, one day after a fire broke out at one of the world's largest lithium battery storage facilities.
The massive fire at one of the world's largest lithium battery storage plants in Northern California has shaken a local community worried about possible long-term impacts and brought scrutiny to the emerging industry's safety practices.
Wednesday, San Jose city councilmembers and advocates banded together to bolster protections for undocumented people ahead of President-Elect Trump's inauguration.
Three students from Hollister High School were killed Tuesday night in Gilroy after the driver lost control of their vehicle and struck another car, authorities said.
The Santa Clara Valley Water District met Tuesday to consider whether to continue supporting Governor Gavin Newsom's controversial Delta water tunnel project.
A driver died early Sunday morning in a crash on Highway 101, north of Dry Creek Road, the California Highway Patrol said.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of impersonating a police officer after authorities in Marin County said he was found driving a car modified to resemble a California Highway Patrol vehicle.
Authorities have identified four people who were found dead in a Santa Rosa mobile home last week as a once married couple and their adult children.
Police in Santa Rosa said officers took two teenage suspects into custody Monday afternoon after an alleged gang-related shooting that injured a teen boy, authorities said.
Brian Colbert was officially sworn in at Tuesday's Marin County Board of Supervisors meeting as the county's first Black board member in its 175-year history.
Stephen Curry scored 26 points before leaving the game with an ankle injury in the final minute as the Golden State Warriors beat the Washington Wizards 122-114.
The Athletics announced Friday afternoon they have signed relief pitcher and World Series champion José Leclerc to a one-year deal.
Bob Uecker was the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker "Mr. Baseball" and honors from the Hall of Fame.
A memorial for Athletics legend and Baseball Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson is set to take place in Oakland next month, the team announced Wednesday.
Hoping to become a two-way player in Major League Baseball just like Shohei Ohtani, 18-year-old Shotaro Morii made the rare decision to bypass Japanese professional baseball entirely and agreed to a minor league contract with the Athletics.
An incarcerated San Mateo man was one of five alleged gang members federally indicted on racketeering and drug offenses that were carried out by the Mexican Mafia prison gang, the U.S. Department of Justice said Friday.
A BART police officer was hospitalized early Monday after his patrol car was hit by a vehicle that allegedly ran a red light in Richmond, authorities said.
Police are investigating a burglary that occurred inside University of California, Berkeley's California Memorial Stadium early Sunday morning.
A multi-vehicle crash in San Francisco Sunday evening killed one person and sent several others to the hospital, including one victim with life-threatening injuries. A suspect was detained, police said.
A death investigation is underway in Fairfield for what police are saying is the first homicide in the city in 2025.
President-elect Donald Trump vowed to issue an executive order on Monday to postpone the ban on TikTok from going into effect.
U.S. officials have long feared that the widely popular short-form video app could be used as a vehicle for espionage.
Cash App-owner Block must offer up to $120 million in refunds to consumers who federal regulators say were exposed to potential fraud.
With the U.S. ban on TikTok looming, many Americans are opting for another Chinese app known as RedNote. It could be short-lived.
The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) unveiled its $600 million supercomputer, "El Capitan," after about eight years of research and building.
The red food dye is used in products ranging from candies to vegetarian meats.
It will be up to the returning Trump administration to decide whether to finalize the rule.
It will be up to the incoming Trump administration to finalize the rule on food labels.
An agreement for the sale of the Regional Medical Center in Santa Clara County has been reached following months of concern about the area losing important trauma services.
Nearly 25,000 pounds of taquitos recalled after a consumer found metal pieces, while another reported a dental injury.
Donald Trump is now the 47th president of the United States. Follow live coverage and watch a live stream of the inauguration events here.
National Security Counselors, a public interest law firm, alleges the Department of Government Efficiency is breaking a federal a law.
Donald Trump plans to sign roughly 200 executive actions, memoranda and proclamations upon taking office Monday.
President Trump is planning to invoke muscular presidential powers to begin a sweeping crackdown on immigration.
President Biden noted that the "should not be mistaken as an acknowledgment that any individual engaged in any wrongdoing."
If approved by a federal judge, the agreement means the military would help thousands of veterans seek honorable discharges.
Police in Santa Cruz have arrested a man on suspicion of a hate crime after a LGBTQ+ bar in the city's downtown was vandalized early Tuesday morning.
The building located off Folsom Street will include 42 units for young adults ages 18 to 24.
San Jose State's volleyball team was the subject of a national debate about women in sports.
A look at key dates before and during the San Jose State women's volleyball season marked by multiple forfeits by teams claiming the Spartans have a transgender player.
The 22nd annual SF Sketchfest continues Tuesday with a tribute to comedy icon Albert Brooks as the festival presents an array of stand-up and improv shows at venues across San Francisco.
The proceeds will help short and long-term relief efforts for Southern California wildfire victims.
David Lynch has died at the age of 78, his family announced.
Organizers behind Oakland's acclaimed garage-punk celebration the Mosswood Meltdown on Thursday announced additional bands for this summer's edition including local favorites Shannon and the Clams, Northwestern psych favorites La Luz and more.
Bob Uecker was the voice of his hometown Milwaukee Brewers who after a short playing career earned the moniker "Mr. Baseball" and honors from the Hall of Fame.
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.
Meteorologist Jessica Burch reports the Bay Area's gusty winds will dissipate over the next couple of days and clear skies will continue to prevail.
In the Bay Area, people on both sides say seeing this ceasefire go into effect brings them some hope but there is still fear and a lot of anxiety.
Vern Glenn interviews new San Jose Earthquakes head coach Bruce Arena following practice at Pay Pal Park. (1-19-25)
Cal women's basketball has adopted the motto "This is what we do" to describe their playing style this season. The Bears are 18th in the top-25, their highest ranking since 2018. (1-19-25)
Yetunde is a Bay Area social media influencer who makes a side living giving quick, largely positive tours of local restaurants and businesses for her TikTok followers.
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.
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For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
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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?
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