California settles with automaker in Volkswagen emissions scandal
California on Monday settled a lawsuit against a German company stemming from the emissions scandal that tarred Volkswagen in 2015 and Fiat Chrysler two years later.
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Petaluma Police Searching for Man Who Exposed Himself to 2 Girls
Police said Thursday they are searching for a man who exposed himself two days before to two girls who were walking in the 1500 block of Joan Drive that morning.
Feds Target California Emissions Deal With Automakers That Bypasses Trump Administration Rules
The U.S. Justice Department and two other federal agencies are moving to dismantle a deal between California and four automakers to abide by emissions and mileage standards tougher that those proposed by the Trump administration.
Bypassing Trump, California Reaches Deal With 4 Automakers To Raise Gas Mileage
Four major automakers have reached a secret deal with California to increase gas mileage and greenhouse gas emissions standards, bypassing the Trump administration's plan.
Monkeys Were Used To Test Diesel Fumes, German Carmakers Say
German automakers have confirmed that researchers they commissioned used monkeys to test the health effects of inhaling diesel fumes.
Volkswagen Pleads Guilty In Diesel Emissions Cheating Case
Volkswagen has pleaded guilty to cheating the U.S. government by using software to evade emission rules in nearly 600,000 diesel vehicles.
VW Pleads Guilty In Emissions Scandal; 6 Employees Indicted
Six high-level Volkswagen employees have been indicted by a grand jury in the company's diesel emissions cheating scandal, as the company admitted wrongdoing and agreed to pay a record $4.3 billion penalty.
Proposed US Settlement In VW Emissions Scandal Contains $4.3 Billion In Fines
Volkswagen says it is in "advanced talks" with United States authorities over a proposed settlement that contains $4.3 billion in criminal and civil fines over its diesel emissions scandal.
Volkswagen Agrees To Recall 83K Diesel Vehicles With Pollution-Cheating Devices
The U.S. Justice Department announced a partial settlement requiring Volkswagen to recall 83,000 diesel vehicles with three-liter engines equipped with pollution-cheating devices.
Volkswagen Diesel Owners Sign Up In Droves For $15B Deal
An attorney for Volkswagen says car owners eligible for a buyback or fix under a $15 billion settlement deal over the company's emissions cheating scandal are signing up and submitting claims at a high rate.
San Francisco Judge Approves $15 Billion Volkswagen Emissions Settlement
A federal judge in San Francisco has approved a $15 billion court settlement of most claims against Volkswagen for its emissions-cheating scandal.
Judge To Decide On $15 Billion Volkswagen Emissions Deal
A federal judge in San Francisco is facing a deadline on whether to approve a nearly $15 billion deal over Volkswagen's emissions cheating scandal.
Federal Judge In SF Approves $86 Million Settlement Between Volkswagen, State Of California
The agreement approved by U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer is separate from a larger $14.7 billion proposed settlement that lawyers for car owners and the U.S. government reached with Volkswagen in June.
Volkswagen Sales Fall 8 Percent As Summer Demand Weakens Overall
U.S. auto sales wilted in July, as hot weather and softening demand kept many buyers at home.
$15 Billion Volkswagen Emissions Deal Clears First Hurdle
A $15 billion settlement over Volkswagen's emissions cheating scandal cleared a key hurdle Tuesday, with a federal judge giving preliminary approval to a deal that includes an option for owners to have the carmaker buy back their vehicles.
Volkswagen Will Pay To $15.3 Billion In Emissions Cheating Settlement
Volkswagen will spend up to $15.3 billion after being caught in an emissions cheating scandal, in what lawyers are calling the largest auto-related class-action settlement in U.S. history.
VW To Pay Owners Up To $7K In Wake Of $10B Diesel Emissions Scandal
Volkswagen will pay owners of its polluting diesel cars up to seven thousand dollars and agree to fund a grant program to offset air pollution.
Volkswagen Settlement Talks On Target To Meet June Deadline For Settlement
Volkswagen and attorneys for vehicle owners affected by the company's emissions cheating scandal are on target to meet a June deadline for a final settlement.
Volkswagen Agrees To Buy Back, Fix Cars In Emissions Cheating Scandal
A judge says an agreement will give consumers who bought nearly 600,000 Volkswagen vehicles rigged to cheat on emissions tests the option of having the automaker buy back the cars or fix them.
San Francisco Judge Orders Volkswagen To Come Up With Fix For Half Million Diesel Cars Within A Month
A federal judge in San Francisco has ordered Volkswagen to come up with a fix for nearly 600,000 diesel cars that are out of compliance with clean air laws within a month.
California Air Resources Board Rejects Volkswagen Diesel Recall Plan
California air quality regulators are rejecting Volkswagen's recall plan to fix vehicles including the Beetle and Jetta that were programmed to trick government emissions tests.
U.S. Sues Volkswagen, Porsche, Audi For Cheating On Emissions Tests
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a civil complaint against Volkswagen, Porsche, and Audi for violating the Clean Air Act on Monday.
Legal Battle Over VW Emissions Scandal Will Be Decided In SF Courtroom
A judicial panel has decided to consolidate hundreds of lawsuits against Volkswagen over its emissions cheating scandal in California, a focal point of the carmaker's troubles.
Volkswagen CEO: Details Of Fix For Emissions-Rigging Software By Month's End
Volkswagen CEO Matthias Mueller says the company will have technical details on fixing cars fitted with emissions-rigging software to German regulators by month's end, and most will not need major work.
Beleaguered Volkswagen Offers U.S. Diesel Owners $1,000 In Gift Cards, Vouchers
Owners of 482,000 diesel Volkswagens and Audis in the U.S. are eligible for $1,000 in gift cards and vouchers as the automaker strives to placate customers dismayed by an emissions-rigging scandal.
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49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw says he has apologized to Eagles security staffer
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw says he has exchanged apologies with the Philadelphia Eagles security official after a sideline dustup led to both being ejected.
Nearly $5 billion in additional student loan forgiveness approved
This latest $4.8 billion in relief brings the grand total of approved debt cancellation by the administration to $132 billion for over 3.6 million Americans.
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.
Suspect in Las Vegas university shooting is dead, police say
Las Vegas police said there appear to be multiple victims in an active shooter situation on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus.
San Francisco supes approve mayor's housing ordinance in effort to avoid builder's remedy
On Tuesday, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors moved to satisfy housing policy requirements mandated by the state, while asking for exceptions at the same time.
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49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw says he has apologized to Eagles security staffer
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw says he has exchanged apologies with the Philadelphia Eagles security official after a sideline dustup led to both being ejected.
Nearly $5 billion in additional student loan forgiveness approved
This latest $4.8 billion in relief brings the grand total of approved debt cancellation by the administration to $132 billion for over 3.6 million Americans.
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.
Suspect in Las Vegas university shooting is dead, police say
Las Vegas police said there appear to be multiple victims in an active shooter situation on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus.
San Francisco supes approve mayor's housing ordinance in effort to avoid builder's remedy
On Tuesday, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors moved to satisfy housing policy requirements mandated by the state, while asking for exceptions at the same time.
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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.
San Francisco supes approve mayor's housing ordinance in effort to avoid builder's remedy
On Tuesday, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors moved to satisfy housing policy requirements mandated by the state, while asking for exceptions at the same time.
Man dies in hit-and-run collision in San Francisco's Tenderloin
A man died in a hit-and-run collision on the western edge of San Francisco's Tenderloin District early Wednesday morning, according to police.
Deteriorating atmospheric river brings showers to San Francisco Bay Area
The greater San Francisco Bay Area will get a significant soaking Wednesday as rain showers from the remnants of an atmospheric river that pounded the Pacific Northwest arrives in the region.
Large crowd packs SF City Hall to support resolution calling for Gaza cease-fire
Thousands of pro-Palestinian supporters packed into San Francisco City Hall to show their support for a resolution introduced by Sup. Dean Preston calling for a cease-fire in Gaza.
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Some Oakland teachers plan 'teach-in" on war in Gaza despite district admonitions
Some teachers in the Oakland Unified School District say they believe a "teach-in" on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict planned for Wednesday will be beneficial to students who are likely hearing about the issue everywhere else in their lives.
Some Oakland Unified parents voice concerns ahead of pro-Palestinian "teach-in"
Parents of Oakland Unified School District students weighed whether to take their children to school on Wednesday or keep them home as an unknown number of teachers are set to stage a "teach-in" highlighting pro-Palestinian materials.
Caltrans inspecting storage sites statewide after massive LA fire
CalTrans is paying closer attention to what's under some Bay Area freeways, after last month's huge fire in Southern California.
18-year-old charged with murder in deadly Oakley party shooting
An 18-year-old Oakley man who was arrested last week has been charged with murder in connection with a shooting at a house party that killed a 16-year-old in October.
Shooting into Berkeley apartment leads to hours-long standoff
A shooting into a Berkeley apartment set off an hours-long standoff on Monday, with police arresting a woman who arrived to the scene and tried to force her way past officers.
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Levi's Stadium among host venues for 2024 Copa America soccer tournament
CONMEBOL, South America's soccer federation, has announced the 14 cities that will host matches at the 2024 Copa América as the tournament returns to the United States for the first time since 2016.
3 arrests announced in August gang-related shooting in East San Jose
Police announced Tuesday the arrests of three people in connection with a gang-related shooting in East San Jose that wounded a man in August.
3 arrested in illegal San Jose casino bust on gambling, drug and gun charges
Police in San Jose on Monday announced the recent arrest of three suspects arrested in connection with an illegal casino operation who are now facing a variety of drug, weapon and other charges.
Woman found dead in San Jose neighborhood; City's 31st homicide of the year
Police in San Jose have launched a homicide investigation after a woman was found dead in a neighborhood over the weekend, in the city's 31st homicide of the year.
Palo Alto considers expanding church safe parking program for homeless
On Monday, the Palo Alto city council will discuss expanding and permanently establishing the Safe Parking program.
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Body of missing 81-year-old Healdsburg woman found in rural Mendocino County
Authorities in Mendocino County announced Wednesday that they have found the body of a missing elderly Sonoma County woman.
Low-interest loans available for small businesses impacted by closure of salmon season
Low-interest federal loans are now available in 31 California counties to help small businesses impacted by the decision to cancel this year's commercial Chinook salmon season.
Napa Valley winemakers believe grapes from 2023 will produce the "vintage of a lifetime"
In recent years, the news from wine country centered on one disaster or another threatening the quality of grape crops. But this year, no news has been good news
Sonoma County declares state of emergency following bird flu outbreak
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors declared a state of emergency after 250,000 birds at two local poultry farms were euthanized following a bird flu outbreak.
Waterline proposal would help endangered coho salmon, Muir Beach residents
Years of drought have taken a toll on the endangered coho salmon, but a proposed waterline project could help the fish population and a North Bay community.
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49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw says he has apologized to Eagles security staffer
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw says he has exchanged apologies with the Philadelphia Eagles security official after a sideline dustup led to both being ejected.
Hertl gets hat trick, Eklund scores in OT to lift Sharks to dramatic 5-4 win over Islanders
William Eklund scored in the closing seconds of overtime, Tomas Hertl had a hat trick and the San Jose Sharks erased a three-goal, third-period deficit to defeat the New York Islanders 5-4.
Levi's Stadium among host venues for 2024 Copa America soccer tournament
CONMEBOL, South America's soccer federation, has announced the 14 cities that will host matches at the 2024 Copa América as the tournament returns to the United States for the first time since 2016.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts reveals Shohei Ohtani meeting as free agent mulls next move
Shohei Ohtani met with the Los Angeles Dodgers a few days ago at Dodger Stadium, manager Dave Roberts revealed at the winter meetings.
New minor league team the Oakland Ballers announce schedule
The East Bay's new baseball team, the Oakland Ballers, have announced their schedule for the team's upcoming inaugural season in the independent Pioneer League.
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Suspect in Las Vegas university shooting is dead, police say
Las Vegas police said there appear to be multiple victims in an active shooter situation on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus.
Body of missing 81-year-old Healdsburg woman found in rural Mendocino County
Authorities in Mendocino County announced Wednesday that they have found the body of a missing elderly Sonoma County woman.
Man dies in hit-and-run collision in San Francisco's Tenderloin
A man died in a hit-and-run collision on the western edge of San Francisco's Tenderloin District early Wednesday morning, according to police.
Jonathan Majors' accuser Grace Jabbari testifies in assault trial
Jabbari was on the stand Tuesday, detailing how they met on the set of a movie before their relationship allegedly became abusive.
18-year-old charged with murder in deadly Oakley party shooting
An 18-year-old Oakley man who was arrested last week has been charged with murder in connection with a shooting at a house party that killed a 16-year-old in October.
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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.
Elon Musk's X platform fueled far-right riots in Ireland, experts say
Elon Musk's X platform has fueled far-right disinformation in Ireland and played a key role in last month's riots in Dublin, experts say.
Privacy advocates accuse Kaiser of not following state law on license plate readers
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
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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.
Privacy advocates accuse Kaiser of not following state law on license plate readers
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
New California mental health court sees more than 100 petitions in first two months
An alternative California mental health court has received more than 100 petitions after seven counties began the program in October.
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Nearly $5 billion in additional student loan forgiveness approved
This latest $4.8 billion in relief brings the grand total of approved debt cancellation by the administration to $132 billion for over 3.6 million Americans.
San Francisco supes approve mayor's housing ordinance in effort to avoid builder's remedy
On Tuesday, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors moved to satisfy housing policy requirements mandated by the state, while asking for exceptions at the same time.
Biden urges Congress to pass Ukraine funding now: "This cannot wait"
Republicans insist border security funding must be included in any national security funding package.
Kevin McCarthy announces he will retire at the end of December
"I have decided to depart the House at the end of this year to serve America in new ways," McCarthy wrote in an op-ed for the Wall Street Journal.
Trump says he would be a dictator only on "Day One" if he wins a second term
Former President Donald Trump would not say whether he plans to go after political opponents if he were re-elected president .
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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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Denny Laine, Moody Blues and Wings co-founder, dies at age 79
Dennis Laine was Paul McCartney's longtime sideman in the ex-Beatle's solo band Wings.
Norman Lear, legendary TV producer, dies at age 101
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
Taylor Swift is TIME's 2023 Person of the Year
"This is the proudest and happiest I've ever felt," Taylor Swift told TIME after being named the magazine's Person of the Year for 2023.
SAG-AFTRA members approve labor deal with Hollywood studios
However, less than 40% of Screen Actors Guild members participated in the ratification vote.
Jonathan Majors' accuser Grace Jabbari testifies in assault trial
Jabbari was on the stand Tuesday, detailing how they met on the set of a movie before their relationship allegedly became abusive.
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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.
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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
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Tensions and concerns rise ahead of planned Oakland teach-in about war in Gaza
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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.
Santa Rosa Vietnam veteran on a mission to help unhoused military vets
A Vietnam veteran from Santa Rosa has made it his mission to make sure unhoused veterans are not forgotten.
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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.