5 charged following San Francisco Walgreens burglary
Five people were charged for allegedly burglarizing a Walgreens pharmacy in San Francisco, prosecutors said Monday.
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San Francisco Walgreens store chaining up its freezers
A Walgreens store on Geary Boulevard and 16th Ave. in San Francisco's Richmond District has been chaining up its freezers over the past two weeks. Store workers say shoplifters were clearing out the pizza and ice cream every single night. Read more here
Walgreens unveils redesigned store with only two aisles and most products kept out of sight
Walgreens says it's a digital-first experimental store to benefit customers. It's not designed to deter theft, Walgreens says.
Parents of Banko Brown file $25 million wrongful death lawsuit
Parents of a transgender man fatally shot by a Walgreens security guard in San Francisco last month are seeking at least $25 million in a wrongful death lawsuit filed against Walgreens. Anne Makovec reports. (5-26-23)
Interview: Banko Brown's father on fatal shooting; 'Like an old lynching'
The father of Banko Brown, the man shot dead by a security guard at a San Francisco Walgreens store, spoke publicly about the killing for the first time Wednesday after retaining civil rights attorney John Burris. Interview with Reed Cowan of CBS News Bay Area.
Banko Brown's father speaks out about his killing; 'Like an old lynching'
The father of Banko Brown, the man shot dead by a security guard at a San Francisco Walgreens store, spoke publicly about the killing for the first time Wednesday after retaining civil rights attorney John Burris. Reed Cowan reports.
Father of Walgreens shooting victim demands D.A. reconsider charging security guard
Our Reed Cowan sat down exclusively with the father of Banko Brown, to talk about the action he wants to see taken after his son was shot and killed by a Walgreens security guard. San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins declined to file charges.
Walgreens reaches $230 million settlement in San Francisco opioid lawsuit
Walgreens has agreed to a nearly $230 million settlement with San Francisco after being held responsible by a federal judge last year for contributing to the city's ongoing opioid crisis.
Walgreens reaches $230 million settlement in San Francisco opioid lawsuit
Walgreens has agreed to a nearly $230 million settlement with San Francisco after being held responsible by a federal judge last year for contributing to the city's ongoing opioid crisis.
Surveillance video of Banko Brown slaying incites protests in San Francisco
Hours after San Francisco DA Jenkins released video of the Banko Brown shooting, supporters rallied outside Walgreens. Betty Yu reports. (5-15-23)
Video of Banko Brown shooting gives critics of S.F. DA Jenkins fuel for protest
On Monday, S.F. District Attorney Brook Jenkins' office released surveillance video of the confrontation between a Walgreens security guard and Banko Brown. Wilson Walker reports. (5-15-23)
Banko Brown shooting: Former judge explains self-defense criteria
Former district court judge LaDoris Cordell discusses S.F. DA Jenkins' decision not to prosecute the security guard who shot Banko Brown. (5-15-23)
Banko Brown shooting: DA under mounting pressure to release evidence in store killing
Two San Francisco supervisors demanded Tuesday that the city do more to inquire into the killing of 24-year-old Banko Brown, who was shot by a private security guard in a downtown Walgreens two weeks ago.
SF District Attorney faces mounting pressure to release evidence in Walgreens shooting
José Martinez speaks with a legal analyst who says San Francisco D.A. Brooke Jenkins is sending mixed messages in the investigation into the death of Banko Brown, who was shot and killed by a security guard during an alleged shoplifting incident.
SF District Attorney faces mounting pressure to release evidence in Walgreens shooting
José Martinez speaks with a legal analyst whos San Francisco D.A. Brooke Jenkins is sending mixed messages in the investigation into the death of Banko Brown, who was shot and killed by a security guard during an alleged shoplifting incident.
Demonstrators demanding justice for Banko Brown rally in San Francisco
Demonstrators gathered Sunday outside of the Walgreens on Market Street in San Francisco where Banko Brown, an unhoused Black transgender man, was killed by a security guard.
Demonstrators rally in S.F., demand justice for Banko Brown
Demonstrators gathered Sunday outside of the Walgreens on Market Street in San Francisco where Banko Brown, an unhoused Black transgender man, was killed. Betty Yu reports. (5-7-23)
Family, supporters of Banko Brown rally at SF City Hall after charges dropped in Walgreens fatal sho
Friends and family of Banko Brown, the man shot and killed at a San Francisco Walgreens were asking for justice after District Attorney Brooke Jenkins confirmed on Monday evening that the security guard who fatally shot him has been released and will not face any charges. Jose Martinez reports.
San Francisco DA: Walgreens security guard won't be charged in Banko Brown slaying
District Attorney Brooke Jenkins on Monday evening confirmed that a security guard who was arrested after allegedly shooting a young person at a downtown Walgreens last week has been released and will not face any charges.
San Francisco DA says Walgreens security guard won't be charged in Banko Brown slaying
Betty Yu reports on SF DA Brooke Jenkins announcing security guard will face no charges after deadly shooting at Walgreens (5-1-2023)
Activists gather at San Francisco Walgreens where security guard fatally shot young person
Anne Makovec reports on vigil remembering Banko Brown, the young trans man fatally shot by a security guard at a San Francisco Walgreens last week (5-1-2023)
Fatal shooting at S.F. drugstore puts focus on limits of private security
The fatal shooting of a 24-year-old woman by an armed private security guard is raising questions of the scope and justification of the industry. Lauren Toms reports. (4-28-23)
Security guard charged with murder for deadly shooting at San Francisco Walgreens
A San Francisco security guard is facing murder charges after allegedly shooting and killing a woman inside a Walgreens on Market Street. Kenny Choi reports. (4-28-23)
Woman fatally shot by security guard outside San Francisco Walgreens on Market Street
Police in San Francisco are investigating a shooting by a private security guard outside a Walgreens on Market Street early Thursday evening that left a woman dead, according to authorities.
Newsom orders state to end Walgreens contract after abortion dispute
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday withdrew a $54 million contract with Walgreens after the pharmacy giant indicated it would not sell an abortion pill by mail in some conservative-led states.
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Former Supreme Court Justice O'Connor had close ties to Bay Area
Prior to making history as the first woman ever to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, Sandra Day O'Connor got her start in the San Mateo County District Attorney's Office in 1952 when she agreed to work without pay.
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.
Half Moon Bay man accused of domestic violence after allegedly hitting partner, breaking her phone
A Half Moon Bay man was arrested on felony domestic violence and other charges Thursday after deputies said he had attacked his partner multiple times and broke her phone.
How to watch the 2023 NBA In-Season Tournament knockout stage: Start times, schedule, format, and which teams remain
Only eight teams remain as the NBA In-Season Tournament knockout stage begins. Find out how and when to watch every exciting game.
Derek Chauvin was stabbed 22 times in federal prison attack, charges say
The U.S. Attorney's Office identified the alleged perpetrator as 52-year-old John Turscak. He now faces charges of attempted murder, assault with intent to commit murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in serious bodily injury.
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Former Supreme Court Justice O'Connor had close ties to Bay Area
Prior to making history as the first woman ever to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, Sandra Day O'Connor got her start in the San Mateo County District Attorney's Office in 1952 when she agreed to work without pay.
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.
Half Moon Bay man accused of domestic violence after allegedly hitting partner, breaking her phone
A Half Moon Bay man was arrested on felony domestic violence and other charges Thursday after deputies said he had attacked his partner multiple times and broke her phone.
Derek Chauvin was stabbed 22 times in federal prison attack, charges say
The U.S. Attorney's Office identified the alleged perpetrator as 52-year-old John Turscak. He now faces charges of attempted murder, assault with intent to commit murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in serious bodily injury.
LAPD announces search for suspect in at least 3 killings of homeless people this week
LAPD searching for suspect in at least 3 killings of homeless people.
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Former Supreme Court Justice O'Connor had close ties to Bay Area
Prior to making history as the first woman ever to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, Sandra Day O'Connor got her start in the San Mateo County District Attorney's Office in 1952 when she agreed to work without pay.
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.
Half Moon Bay man accused of domestic violence after allegedly hitting partner, breaking her phone
A Half Moon Bay man was arrested on felony domestic violence and other charges Thursday after deputies said he had attacked his partner multiple times and broke her phone.
San Francisco shop owner steps up methods for detecting counterfeit cash
A small business owner in the city's Fillmore Street Shopping District says a recent case of counterfeit money has her taking extra precautions during the holiday shopping season.
South SF police arrest suspect in attack that left victim in critical condition
A Redwood City man was arrested in connection with an assault earlier this week in South San Francisco that left another man in critical condition, police said.
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Car fire burning near Oakland Coliseum produces think black smoke by I-880
Fire crews in Oakland responded to a vehicle fire that was burning near I-880 late Friday morning, authorities confirmed.
Suspect arrested in connection with deadly October shooting at Oakley party
An 18-year-old man was arrested Thursday in connection with a shooting in Oakley that killed a 16-year-old boy and injured three other people in October, according to police.
Man fatally hit by BART train at Richmond station
A man died after he was hit by a train at the Richmond BART station on Thursday night, the transit agency said.
Oakland launches campaign to boost safety for businesses, shoppers during holidays
As the holiday shopping season ramps up, Oakland officials have launched an effort to make businesses and shoppers feel safe.
Lawyers for man who died at Dublin jail say he was dead in cell for 3 days before anyone noticed
Lawyers for the family of a man who died at Alameda County's Santa Rita Jail in 2021 that settled with the county for $7 million released more information this week about the case, including changes that are now mandated to be made at the jail.
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Amid vacancies, South Bay landlords offering concessions, free rent
High rents have become a fact of life in the Bay Area. But as landlords try to deal with increasing vacancies, some are trying to sweeten the deal for apartment hunters with incentives, including free rent.
2 arrested after illegal weapons, drug cache found in South San Jose mobile home
Two men were arrested on felony charges after illegal weapons and drugs, including ecstasy and fentanyl, were found at inside a mobile home in South San Jose, prosecutors said Thursday.
Watch: San Jose road rage incident leaves dog critically injured; suspect arrested
A man involved in a violent road rage incident that severely injured a dog earlier this month in San Jose has been arrested, police announced Wednesday.
Over 20 Bay Area Bank of America locations, including ATMs, closing
Over two dozen Bank of America locations, including some ATMs, in the Bay Area are closing or have been closed as the company says it adapts to a drop in in-person transactions.
San Jose man arrested in June carjacking, kidnapping
A man being sought in a June carjacking and kidnapping in San Jose was arrested earlier this month, police announced Wednesday.
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Man arrested following armed robberies, shooting at Vallejo businesses
Police arrested a man in connection with armed robberies and a shooting that took place at two Vallejo businesses on Sunday.
Animal rights activist Wayne Hsuing gets 90 days in jail over protests that shut Sonoma farms
An animal rights activist was sentenced in Sonoma County on Thursday to 90 days in jail and two years of probation.
BottleRock promoters to bring Latin music festival to Napa in June
The promoters behind the music festival BottleRock Napa Valley announced this week that they are bringing Latin music artists to Napa next year for the first annual La Onda Festival.
2 Santa Rosa teens arrested after stabbing, being found with knife
Police in Santa Rosa dealt with two incidents involving knives at local high schools Wednesday, one of which resulted in a gang-related fight and stabbing.
Over 20 Bay Area Bank of America locations, including ATMs, closing
Over two dozen Bank of America locations, including some ATMs, in the Bay Area are closing or have been closed as the company says it adapts to a drop in in-person transactions.
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Curry, Thompson come up big as Warriors hold off Clippers 120-114
The undermanned Golden State Warriors held off the Los Angeles Clippers 120-114 on Thursday night.
Bruins blank the Sharks to stop 3-game skid
The Boston Bruins snapped a three-game losing streak with a 3-0 win over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night.
Brock Purdy focuses on Eagles instead of injury as 49ers return to Philadelphia
Brock Purdy's focus headed into his biggest regular-season start as a pro is on the Eagles and their stout defense instead of on the disappointment of his previous trip to Philadelphia that ended in a significant elbow injury.
The 49ers keep quiet headed into NFC title game rematch against the Eagles
The San Francisco 49ers had plenty to say after they lost the NFC title game last season to the Philadelphia Eagles while playing much of the game without a functioning quarterback.
Warriors lose to Kings 124-123 after late basket from Monk
Malik Monk hit a fadeaway with 7 seconds left and the Sacramento Kings rallied late to beat the Golden State Warriors 124-123 to advance to the quarterfinals of the in-season tournament.
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Half Moon Bay man accused of domestic violence after allegedly hitting partner, breaking her phone
A Half Moon Bay man was arrested on felony domestic violence and other charges Thursday after deputies said he had attacked his partner multiple times and broke her phone.
Derek Chauvin was stabbed 22 times in federal prison attack, charges say
The U.S. Attorney's Office identified the alleged perpetrator as 52-year-old John Turscak. He now faces charges of attempted murder, assault with intent to commit murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in serious bodily injury.
LAPD announces search for suspect in at least 3 killings of homeless people this week
LAPD searching for suspect in at least 3 killings of homeless people.
Man arrested following armed robberies, shooting at Vallejo businesses
Police arrested a man in connection with armed robberies and a shooting that took place at two Vallejo businesses on Sunday.
Suspect arrested in connection with deadly October shooting at Oakley party
An 18-year-old man was arrested Thursday in connection with a shooting in Oakley that killed a 16-year-old boy and injured three other people in October, according to police.
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Walmart latest big advertiser to drop Musk's X
Walmart is the latest company to join the glowing flock of major advertisers to pull spending from X, Elon Musk's beleaguered social media company, amid concerns about hate speech — as well as reaching a sizeable audience on the platform.
E-bike injury trend prompts Marin County supervisor to restrict use to 16-year-olds and up
A Marin County supervisor and mother is sounding the alarm about the dangers of youth riding e-bikes after two trauma doctors alerted her to a concerning spike in injuries related to e-bikes since the Covid pandemic began.
Meta shuts down thousands of fake Facebook accounts primed to polarize voters ahead of 2024
Meta says it has found and disabled thousands of fake Facebook accounts linked to China that were used to spread politically partisan content in the United States before next year's election.
Elon Musk says advertiser boycott at X could "kill the company"
The billionaire owner of X took a defensive tone, saying that "the whole world will know that those advertisers killed the company."
Okta says security breach way worse than first thought
Hackers stole data on all users of Okta's customer support system, the San Francisco cybersecurity company disclosed.
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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.
Warm, wet winter may usher in longer allergy season
Experts are predicting strong El Niño conditions this winter with heavier rains and warmer temperatures. Those factors combined with the rising carbon dioxide levels causing climate change could actually worsen allergies and asthma.
E-bike injury trend prompts Marin County supervisor to restrict use to 16-year-olds and up
A Marin County supervisor and mother is sounding the alarm about the dangers of youth riding e-bikes after two trauma doctors alerted her to a concerning spike in injuries related to e-bikes since the Covid pandemic began.
Schools across the U.S. will soon be able to order free COVID tests
The tests will be available from a federal stockpile starting in December, and schools can distribute them to students, families, staff and larger school communities.
Millions of U.S. women face obstacles to getting maternity care
More than a third of counties in the U.S. don't have a hospital or birth center that offers obstetric care or any obstetric health care providers, one report says.
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Former Supreme Court Justice O'Connor had close ties to Bay Area
Prior to making history as the first woman ever to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, Sandra Day O'Connor got her start in the San Mateo County District Attorney's Office in 1952 when she agreed to work without pay.
DeSantis-Newsom debate has sudden end, just after Hannity announces extension
Fox News debate moderator Sean Hannity had just announced the debate between Govs. Newsom and DeSantis would continue — and then said minutes later they couldn't stay after all.
Who voted to expel George Santos? Here's how each House member voted
The vote count on the expulsion resolution for George Santos was 311 to 114, with 105 Republicans joining 206 Democrats in voting to oust him.
Sandra Day O'Connor, first woman on the Supreme Court, dies at 93
Sandra Day O'Connor was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, and she retired in 2006.
George Santos expelled from Congress in historic House vote
Rep. George Santos is just the sixth House member in U.S. history to be expelled and the first in more than 20 years.
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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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BottleRock promoters to bring Latin music festival to Napa in June
The promoters behind the music festival BottleRock Napa Valley announced this week that they are bringing Latin music artists to Napa next year for the first annual La Onda Festival.
Shane MacGowan, longtime frontman of The Pogues, dies at 65
Singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, the longtime front-man of The Pogues, died at the age of 65 surrounded by loved ones in Ireland, his family said.
Local metal veterans Slough Feg headline the Kilowatt in SF's Mission District
Holding the banner for true metal high for over three decades, headbanging San Francisco outfit Slough Feg plays to its loyal fans at the Kilowatt in San Francisco's Mission Friday night.
"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Trash-culture legend John Waters presents sold-out Christmas show at Great American
Pencil-mustached film director, author and revered trash-culture icon John Waters brings his bawdy annual one-man Christmas show to the Great American Music Hall for a sold-out performance Thursday night.
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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.
VR 360 View: Meteorologist Jessica Burch takes flight with the Blue Angels
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.
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.
Study: Colorectal cancer patients could skip harsh radiation therapy
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
VR 360 View: The high-stakes world of San Francisco's bar pilots
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
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PIX Now Afternoon Edition 12-1-23
CBS News Bay Area afternoon edition headlines for Friday, Dec. 1, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
Crews respond to car fire burning in Oakland
Ryan Yamamoto reports on Oakland Fire crews responding to a car fire near I-880 (12-1-2023)
Rep. George Santos expelled from Congress in third vote
Nicole Sganga reports on the expulsion of New York Rep. Santos from his seat in Congress (12-1-2023)
"Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" musical comes to San Jose
Cast members of a new production of the musical "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" opening at San Jose's Montgomery Theater (12-1-2023)
Owners of the Oakland B's talk about announcing new minor league team
Oakland Ballers founders Bryan Carmel and Paul Freedman talk about their plans for the new Pioneer League baseball team (12-1-2023)
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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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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.
Santa Clara woman goes from the family donut shop to law school
KPIX is relaunching our Students Rising Above series with a profile of a young woman who went from working in her family's donut shop to UC Hastings.