Walgreens Customer Robbed At Knifepoint In El Cerrito
El Cerrito police were investigating a robbery at knifepoint outside of a Walgreens pharmacy on Monday evening.
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Brazen Smash-And-Grab Robbers Ransack Antioch Walgreens
Four hammer-wielding suspects smashed locked plexiglass cases at an Antioch Walgreens over the weekend, stealing $2,400 worth of cosmetics and other merchandise.
San Francisco Leaders Question Reasons Behind Latest Walgreens Store Closures
Mayor London Breed on Wednesday was pushing back against the idea that rampant retail theft was the only reason behind Walgreens' recent decision to close five more stores across San Francisco
Walgreens to Close 5 San Francisco Stores Due to Increasing Retail Theft
Retail chain Walgreens announced Tuesday it is closing five of its San Francisco stores due to retail theft.
Lawmakers Mount Last Ditch Effort To Stop Walgreens Closure In East Oakland
City leaders in Oakland are trying to keep a Walgreens at 81st and International from closing, saying if it does, residents in the area will be left in a pharmacy desert while in the middle of a pandemic.
San Francisco Woman Found Guilty Of Robbing Walgreens By Coughing, Claiming She Had COVID-19
A San Francisco woman who stole items from a Walgreens store while coughing and claiming she had COVID-19 during the early days of the pandemic was convicted on a federal robbery charge on Wednesday.
San Francisco Serial Shoplifting Suspect Charged With 15 Counts, Faces Arraignment Wednesday
A suspect in a shoplifting incident at a San Francisco Walgreens seen on a viral video had a series of charges leveled against him, including seven other shoplifting-related incidents, District Attorney Chesa Boudin announced Wednesday.
Videos, Surveillance Photos Released Of El Cerrito Walgreen Armed Robbery Suspect
Videos and surveillance images were released Wednesday as El Cerrito police intensified their search for an armed suspect who threatened employees and robbed a Walgreens store over the weekend.
2 Suspects Sought In Prescription Drug Robbery At San Francisco Walgreens
Two suspects forced their way into a store on San Francisco's Ocean Avenue on Monday afternoon and made off with prescription medication, according to police.
Suspect Arrested in San Carlos Walgreens Holdup May Be Linked to Other Robberies
A 28-year-old Stockton man arrested last week following a robbery at a Walgreens store in San Carlos could be connected to similar robberies on the Peninsula and the East Bay.
COVID Vaccines: Inoculations Begin At Veterans Home In Yountville
Vaccinations against COVID-19 are underway at the California Veterans Home in Yountville, the state's Department of Veterans Affairs, also known as CalVet, announced Thursday.
Man Arrested In Strong-Arm Robbery At Millbrae Pharmacy
San Mateo County sheriff's deputies arrested a man suspected in a strong-arm robbery at a pharmacy in Millbrae on Wednesday.
Pacifica Police Release Photos Of Pharmacy Robbery Suspects
Pacifica police were searching Thursday for a pair of suspects who allegedly stole drugs, including oxycodone, in a strong arm robbery of a local Walgreens pharmacy.
Feds Charge 2 Alleged Shoplifters Who Coughed, Claimed 'We Have COVID' At San Francisco Walgreens
Two women have been charged in federal court with stealing merchandise from a San Francisco Walgreens while coughing loudly and claiming that they were infected with coronavirus.
Walgreens To Pay $7.5 Million To Settle Fake Pharmacist Case
Walgreens will pay $7.5 million to settle with California authorities after an employee was criminally charged with impersonating a pharmacist and illegally filling more than 745,000 prescriptions in the San Francisco Bay Area.
3 Suspects Jailed For Allegedly Stealing Nearly $4,000 In Merchandise From Milpitas Walgreens
Three men on probation for separate crimes were arrested Wednesday for stealing merchandise from a Walgreens store in Milpitas, police said.
Google Affiliate Begins Drone Deliveries In Small Virginia Town
A Google affiliate started using drones Friday to deliver customers' Walgreens and FedEx purchases in a test being run in a Virginia town.
Walgreens Plans To Shut 200 Stores In U.S.
Pharmacy chain Walgreens plans to close 200 stores in the United States as it seeks to cut costs.
AG's Office Charges Bay Area Woman Who Allegedly Posed As Walgreens Pharmacist For 11 Years
State prosecutors on Tuesday announced the filing of criminal charges against a Milpitas woman who allegedly impersonated two different pharmacists and illegally dispensed prescription drugs.
Woman Accused Of Posing As Walgreens Pharmacist For Years
A Bay Area woman is accused of posing as a pharmacist and handling nearly a million prescriptions before she was caught, the California Board of Pharmacy confirmed Wednesday.
Walgreens To Pay $2 Million After Mega Box Allegedly Sold Expired Baby Formula, Meds
Mega box store Walgreens has come under intense scrutiny by Northern California law enforcement after allegations of inaccurate price scanning, and "sell by" violations for infant formula and medication.
Walgreens Installs Safes To Prevent Prescription Pill Robberies
Walgreens is taking a cue from the banking business to try to keep people from robbing its pharmacies.
Would-Be Walgreens Robber Dies After Security Guard Shoots Him
A possible robbery suspect died Tuesday afternoon after a security guard shot him Monday night at a San Jose Walgreens store, police said.
Security Guard Involved In Shooting At San Jose Walgreens
At least one person was injured in a shooting inside a Walgreens in San Jose Monday night.
2 Suspected Of Stealing Pills From El Cerrito Walgreens
Police are asking for the public's help to find two suspects who allegedly stole prescription pills from an El Cerrito Walgreens pharmacy last week.
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East Bay agencies mobilize to prevent fireworks-sparked blazes
Officials are making sure roads are clear in the East Bay Hills and they're issuing citations for illegally parked cars.
CoCo County school board member calls for 4th of July boycott
While many are getting ready to fire up the grill or attend a parade Monday, some people plan to boycott Fourth of July celebrations to protest the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
Light plane crashes into airport hangar in Petaluma
A plane crashed into a hangar Sunday night at Petaluma Municipal Airport.
Where to Find Bay Area July 4th Parades And Fireworks Shows
Some July 4th festivities across the Bay Area will be returning for the first time in two years since the pandemic began this holiday, celebrating with parades, festivals and fireworks shows.
Union City police arrest man in stabbing near BART station
Union City police arrested a man for allegedly stabbing another man near the BART station Sunday evening.
California women brace for feared rollback of abortion access
Sales of morning-after pills in the Golden State spiked right after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade even though access to abortion in California hadn't changed.
San Jose police break up sideshow; 7 arrested, hundreds cited
Police in San Jose responded to sideshow activity late Saturday night that resulted in seven arrests on various weapons charges, five impounded cars and hundreds of citations being issued.
White Sox trounce Giants 13-4, complete sweep
The Chicago White Sox beat the San Francisco Giants 13-4 on Sunday and completed a three-game sweep.
Rodríguez homers on Montas' 1st pitch, Mariners edge A's 2-1
Julio Rodríguez homered on Frankie Montas' first pitch and drove in both runs and the Mariners beat Oakland 2-1 on Sunday to deal the A's their 25th loss in 31 games.
World War II explosives found in Petaluma home
World War II explosives were found at a west Petaluma residence on Saturday, the Petaluma police department announced.
Person found shot inside vehicle in Emeryville near Highway 580
A person was shot and injured in Emeryville early Sunday morning and the suspect was at large, police said.
Streets closed around Oakland's Lake Merritt for 4th of July holiday
In preparation for the large crowds expected to gather at Lake Merritt over the Fourth of July holiday, the City of Oakland will set up temporary road closures to preserve emergency vehicle access and open up space for pedestrians.
Suspect jailed in series of Napa County burglaries
Detectives arrested a man wanted for a series of burglaries in Napa County, the sheriff's office
Fireworks spark overnight brush fire in Antioch
Authorities in the East Bay said illegal fireworks started an overnight grass fire in Antioch.
Mayorkas defends U.S. border policy after migrant deaths
"We have said repeatedly and we continue to warn people not to take the dangerous journey," he said.
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East Bay agencies mobilize to prevent fireworks-sparked blazes
Officials are making sure roads are clear in the East Bay Hills and they're issuing citations for illegally parked cars.
CoCo County school board member calls for 4th of July boycott
While many are getting ready to fire up the grill or attend a parade Monday, some people plan to boycott Fourth of July celebrations to protest the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
Light plane crashes into airport hangar in Petaluma
A plane crashed into a hangar Sunday night at Petaluma Municipal Airport.
Union City police arrest man in stabbing near BART station
Union City police arrested a man for allegedly stabbing another man near the BART station Sunday evening.
California women brace for feared rollback of abortion access
Sales of morning-after pills in the Golden State spiked right after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade even though access to abortion in California hadn't changed.
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San Francisco restaurant owners optimistic about business uptick on July 4th weekend
It's been an uphill battle for the Bay Area restaurant industry during the pandemic, but there were a couple of bright spots in San Francisco this holiday weekend.
Assemblymember Matt Haney, community leaders respond to rise in anti-Asian hate crimes
Backed by community leaders, Assemblymember Matt Haney and representatives from California Attorney General Rob Bonta's Office highlighted the 177.5 percent increase in reported anti-Asian hate crimes at a press conference Friday.
'Safe and sane' consumer fireworks remain available in parts of Bay Area
With Fourth of July around the corner, "safe and sane" fireworks are on sale in several locations in the Bay Area.
San Francisco police make arrest in Bayview District homicide
San Francisco police have arrested a man on suspicion of the shooting death of another on Friday in the Bayview.
Pro-choice demonstrators march in Burlingame Saturday
Supporters of abortion rights who rallied in Burlingame's Washington Park on Saturday acknowledged their task will require an ongoing commitment to restore what the Supreme Court has just taken away.
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East Bay agencies mobilize to prevent fireworks-sparked blazes
Officials are making sure roads are clear in the East Bay Hills and they're issuing citations for illegally parked cars.
CoCo County school board member calls for 4th of July boycott
While many are getting ready to fire up the grill or attend a parade Monday, some people plan to boycott Fourth of July celebrations to protest the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
Union City police arrest man in stabbing near BART station
Union City police arrested a man for allegedly stabbing another man near the BART station Sunday evening.
Person found shot inside vehicle in Emeryville near Highway 580
A person was shot and injured in Emeryville early Sunday morning and the suspect was at large, police said.
Streets closed around Oakland's Lake Merritt for 4th of July holiday
In preparation for the large crowds expected to gather at Lake Merritt over the Fourth of July holiday, the City of Oakland will set up temporary road closures to preserve emergency vehicle access and open up space for pedestrians.
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San Jose police break up sideshow; 7 arrested, hundreds cited
Police in San Jose responded to sideshow activity late Saturday night that resulted in seven arrests on various weapons charges, five impounded cars and hundreds of citations being issued.
San Jose repeals 'blatantly racist' policy of barring lowrider cruising
The San Jose City Council this week unanimously approved ending fees and fines associated with lowrider cruising, arguing the policy was inherently discriminatory.
Bone-dry Santa Clara County on high alert for illegal fireworks
With the extremely dry conditions this Fourth of July holiday weekend, authorities are on high alert in the Santa Clara County where fireworks are banned.
San Jose police investigate two downtown stabbings; 3 hospitalized, 1 arrested
Police in San Jose are investigating two separate stabbing incidents early Saturday that left three people hospitalized and one suspect in custody.
Forget fireworks, it's food prices that are exploding this Fourth of July
With so many firework restrictions in place across the Bay Area, spending too much on sparklers won't be a problem this 4th of July. Stocking up for a barbeque, on the other hand, is another story.
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Light plane crashes into airport hangar in Petaluma
A plane crashed into a hangar Sunday night at Petaluma Municipal Airport.
World War II explosives found in Petaluma home
World War II explosives were found at a west Petaluma residence on Saturday, the Petaluma police department announced.
Suspect jailed in series of Napa County burglaries
Detectives arrested a man wanted for a series of burglaries in Napa County, the sheriff's office
Arson suspect arrested in Colusa County for fire that burned 2 homes
A Colusa County man has been arrested on suspicion of causing a fire that destroyed a mobile home and damaged another residence and two sheds Thursday, Cal Fire officials said.
Elderly man struck, killed crossing Rohnert Park Expressway Friday
An 82-year-old Rohnert Park man was struck and killed Friday by a passing vehicle while attempting to cross busy Rohnert Park Expressway.
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White Sox trounce Giants 13-4, complete sweep
The Chicago White Sox beat the San Francisco Giants 13-4 on Sunday and completed a three-game sweep.
Rodríguez homers on Montas' 1st pitch, Mariners edge A's 2-1
Julio Rodríguez homered on Frankie Montas' first pitch and drove in both runs and the Mariners beat Oakland 2-1 on Sunday to deal the A's their 25th loss in 31 games.
Toro's 9th-inning single sends Mariners over A's
Abraham Toro singled home the winning run in the ninth to lift the Mariners over the A's 2-1 Saturday.
White Sox hold off Giants 5-3
Gavin Sheets doubled twice and drove in two runs and the White Sox held on for a 5-3 victory against the Giants on Saturday.
Giants fall in pitching duel to White Sox 1-0
Leury García broke up a scoreless game on an RBI single with two outs in the top of the ninth and the White Sox beat the Giants 1-0 on Friday night.
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Union City police arrest man in stabbing near BART station
Union City police arrested a man for allegedly stabbing another man near the BART station Sunday evening.
San Jose police break up sideshow; 7 arrested, hundreds cited
Police in San Jose responded to sideshow activity late Saturday night that resulted in seven arrests on various weapons charges, five impounded cars and hundreds of citations being issued.
Person found shot inside vehicle in Emeryville near Highway 580
A person was shot and injured in Emeryville early Sunday morning and the suspect was at large, police said.
Suspect jailed in series of Napa County burglaries
Detectives arrested a man wanted for a series of burglaries in Napa County, the sheriff's office
Assemblymember Matt Haney, community leaders respond to rise in anti-Asian hate crimes
Backed by community leaders, Assemblymember Matt Haney and representatives from California Attorney General Rob Bonta's Office highlighted the 177.5 percent increase in reported anti-Asian hate crimes at a press conference Friday.
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Bay Area tech expert inspired to help people safeguard online privacy
A Bay Area woman who experienced deadly violence in her childhood home is now on a mission to help others secure their digital footprint.
Intel's 'Silicon Heartland' factory boon for Ohio, but families mourn homes
When President Joe Biden applauded a decision by Santa Clara-based Intel Corp. to build a $20 billion semiconductor operation on "1,000 empty acres of land" in Ohio, it didn't sit well with Tressie Corsi.
Cellphone data tracking technology will help anti-abortion prosecutions
Modern technology makes the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade more far-reaching than you may think.
Gigantic, half-inch-long bacteria identified by team led by Bay Area scientist
Scientists have discovered the world's largest bacterium -- visible to the naked eye -- in a Caribbean mangrove swamp.
Jury takes fraud case against Elizabeth Holmes' ex-partner 'Sunny' Balwani
The fate of Ramesh "Sunny" Balwani is now in the hands of a jury that will weigh charges he joined Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes in an elaborate fraud that jarred Silicon Valley.
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California women brace for feared rollback of abortion access
Sales of morning-after pills in the Golden State spiked right after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade even though access to abortion in California hadn't changed.
Assembly approves bid to open safe injection sites in San Francisco, Oakland
The California state Assembly on Thursday approved a controversial bill allowing Oakland and San Francisco, along with Los Angeles, to set up places where opioid users could legally inject drugs in supervised settings.
California first to cover health care for all immigrants
California will become the first state to guarantee free health care for all low-income immigrants living in the country illegally, a move that will provide coverage for an additional 764,000 people at an eventual cost of about $2.7 billion a year.
New California law aims to make school less of a yawn with later starts
Beginning this fall high schools in the nation's most populous state can't start before 8:30 a.m. and middle schools can't start before 8 a.m. under a 2019 first-in-the-nation law forbidding earlier start times.
Santa Cruz Co. reports 1st probable case of monkeypox
Santa Cruz County public health officials announced Wednesday that the county's first probable case of monkeypox has been identified in a local resident.
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CoCo County school board member calls for 4th of July boycott
While many are getting ready to fire up the grill or attend a parade Monday, some people plan to boycott Fourth of July celebrations to protest the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
California women brace for feared rollback of abortion access
Sales of morning-after pills in the Golden State spiked right after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade even though access to abortion in California hadn't changed.
CoCo County school board member calls for 4th of July boycott
While many are getting ready to fire up the grill or attend a parade Monday, some people plan to boycott Fourth of July celebrations. Da Lin spoke to Anamarie Avila Farias who is among them. (7-3-22)
Mayorkas defends U.S. border policy after migrant deaths
"We have said repeatedly and we continue to warn people not to take the dangerous journey," he said.
San Jose repeals 'blatantly racist' policy of barring lowrider cruising
The San Jose City Council this week unanimously approved ending fees and fines associated with lowrider cruising, arguing the policy was inherently discriminatory.
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Drag show near Sacramento disrupted, Proud Boys possibly involved
A drag show in Yolo County near Sacramento was disrupted by a group making homophobic and transphobic remarks Thursday night, as the establishment also faced online threats for the event.
Gay, lesbian veterans receive overdue recognition
Long before the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell in 2011, San Francisco was once a major hub for LGBTQ servicemembers.
Danville family's pride flag stolen from their home twice
A Danville family put up a rainbow pride flag on their home to celebrate Pride Month, but the flag has been ripped down and stolen two times.
Men on Pointe: Bay Area duo shakes up 'traditional' views of ballet
Just a mention of his beginnings in dance and it doesn't take long for a smile to spread across Roberto Vega Ortiz's face.
Local Catholic church in San Francisco embracing LGBTQ struggle for equal rights
The decades-long struggle for equal rights for the gay community included an unlikely transformation within a local Catholic church that is now thriving in San Francisco's Castro District.
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Geographer, Cold War Kids bring indie-rock to Stern Grove Sunday
The Stern Grove music festival returns with its eclectic lineup of musicians this Sunday, with performers Geographer and Cold War Kids both having Bay Area ties.
Where to Find Bay Area July 4th Parades And Fireworks Shows
Some July 4th festivities across the Bay Area will be returning for the first time in two years since the pandemic began this holiday, celebrating with parades, festivals and fireworks shows.
First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom talks about her new documentary
First Partner of California Jennifer Siebel Newsom recently sat down with KPIX 5 anchor Juliette Goodrich to talk about the latest documentary she directed called "Fair Play."
Marin County Fair returns to San Rafael in-person for first time since 2019
For the first time since the pandemic shutdown in 2019, the Marin County Fair will be in-person from Thursday through Monday, July 4 at the fairgrounds in San Rafael.
Punk-rock meltdown takes over Oakland's Mosswood Park
After a two-year pandemic delay, the highly anticipated return of the Mosswood Meltdown this weekend brings an array of local and national punk acts to Oakland including Bikini Kill, Kim Gordon, the Dirtbombs and more.
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Identity Thieves Earn Cyber Cash, Stick Victims With Tax Bill
Imagine getting a bunch of tax documents telling you and the IRS about a large sum of money you made when, in fact, you never received a penny of it.
Ukrainians Seeking Shelter With Bay Area Families Face Closed Doors, Red Tape
Many in the Bay Area want their Ukrainian relatives to find safe haven here but the obstacles they're facing are formidable.
KPIX Special Report: San Francisco Tenderloin – A State of Emergency
The state of emergency that San Francisco Mayor London Breed declared for the Tenderloin last December has a lot of people talking but no one is paying closer attention than the people who live there.
Unreal Estate Is Booming; Metaverse Adds Value to Virtual Worlds
One of the hottest real estate markets is not in the Bay Area. In fact, it's not even in our world. It's at your fingertips in an alternate reality known as the metaverse.
Scientists Work to Unravel Mysteries of How Anxiety, PTSD Affect Brain
A group of Bay Area scientists have unraveled some surprising secrets about post traumatic stress disorder or PTSD which one day could lead to better therapies and treatments.
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East Bay agencies impose restrictions to prevent fireworks-sparked blazes
Officials are making sure roads are clear in the East Bay Hills and they're issuing citations for illegally parked cars. Kenny Choi reports. (7-3-22)
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California women brace for feared rollback of abortion access
Sales of morning-after pills in the Golden State spiked right after the Supreme Court overturned Roe although access to abortion here hadn't changed. Juliette Goodrich reports. (7-3-22)
CoCo County school board member calls for 4th of July boycott
While many are getting ready to fire up the grill or attend a parade Monday, some people plan to boycott Fourth of July celebrations. Da Lin spoke to Anamarie Avila Farias who is among them. (7-3-22)
Hundreds cited following huge San Jose sideshow Saturday
Sideshow activity Saturday night in San Jose resulted in seven arrests, five impounded cars and hundreds of citations issued. Shawn Chitnis reports. (7-3-22)
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Therapy group helps people let go of their grief in waters of the Pacific
A Pacifica woman provides a safe place to gather in person to grieve and share community in the pandemic.
JA: Two time cancer survivor lends guidance and empathy to others
A two-time breast cancer survivor who takes cancer support to the next level is this week's Bay Area Jefferson Award winner.
JA: Ingleside reverend celebrates community with collage
In the Ingleside, a Bay Area pastor inspires his community with a nationally lauded black history collage.
Oakland attorney helps community learn about estate planning
More than 70 percent of African Americans do not have a will or other estate planning document, according to a Caring.com 2022 survey. An Oakland attorney is changing that.
Retiring free clinic director prescribes food as medicine for Peninsula patients
When Dr. Jason Wong hands his patients a prescription, they often go to a unique pharmacy on the Peninsula where food is medicine.
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Bay Area tech expert inspired to help people safeguard online privacy
A Bay Area woman who experienced deadly violence in her childhood home is now on a mission to help others secure their digital footprint.
East Bay scholar's tight-knit family keeps him close to home
It's not uncommon for Students Rising Above Scholars to have close knit, loving families. Ronvel Sharper is no exception.
East Bay scholar uses acting as a tool for self-therapy
This week's Students Rising Above scholar knows how devastating it can be when someone you love is struggling with their mental health and the importance of also taking care of yourself.
Oakland scholar uses past trauma as tool for community healing
All human beings have experienced trauma at some point in their lives, but not everyone asked themselves to take a step back, and shift focus to others, and what they may be going through.
Scholar uses her own cancer journey to fuel her career passion
A gifted Bay Area student who faced cancer as a teenager and won has taken on a new role in the fight against the devastating disease.