
Battery Townsley in Marin Headlands hold rich historical connection to World War II
Lauren Toms reports on the National Parks Service volunteers who share history of WWII guns at Battery Townsley in Marin Headlands (10-6-2023)
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Lauren Toms reports on the National Parks Service volunteers who share history of WWII guns at Battery Townsley in Marin Headlands (10-6-2023)
A Navy veteran now living in Benicia survived one of the most harrowing ordeals of World War II.
For nearly 80 years, the family of Wilbur Mitts has been waiting for the moment they could finally say goodbye.
The remains of a World War II sailor returned home to the Bay Area Thursday nearly 79 years after he was killed in action.
In his latest film, the director examines the efforts of the physicist and his race to build the atomic bomb that ended World War II. What happened after the war proved to be an entirely different power struggle, as Oppenheimer was accused of being a Russian agent.
While D-Day and subsequent Battle of Normandy were gripping, the reason it is called D-Day is anticlimactic.
At a country club in Alamo Sunday, friends and family of World War II veteran Alfred Gross, celebrated their beloved "Alfee" on his 100th birthday.
In Alamo Sunday, friends and family of World War II veteran Alfred Gross, celebrated their beloved "Alfee" on his 100th birthday. John Ramos reports. (5-28-23)
A 21-gun salute rang out and planes roared over the Presidio in a ceremony Saturday commemorating the 81st anniversary of the Bataan Death March.
February will mark the 81st anniversary of a presidential order that changed the life trajectory of tens of thousands of Japanese Americans living on the West Coast, as well as for a small group of Bay Area families who escaped the camps and resettled in Utah.
Last August, a group of Japanese-Americans, whose lives began in California, gathered in Utah for a reunion to remember their extraordinary history. Ryan Yamamoto reports. (1-26-23)
Reed Cowan talks to Ryan Yamamoto and his father Howard about the history of a small group of Japanese-American families in the Bay Area who escaped the internment camps to resettle in Utah (1-26-2023)
All six people who were onboard the two planes at the time of the crash were killed, a county official said.
The "ghost boat" was salvaged and somehow ended up at the bottom of California's largest reservoir.
Last week, the House of Representatives passed a bill that contains a resolution asking the US Navy to fully exonerate sailors convicted of mutiny following the Port Chicago explosion in 1944.
Last week, the House of Representatives passed a bill that contains a resolution asking the US Navy to fully exonerate sailors convicted of mutiny following the Port Chicago explosion in 1944. John Ramos reports. (7/20/22)
World War II explosives were found at a west Petaluma residence on Saturday, the Petaluma police department announced.
A fallen Black World War Ii hero, Leonard Roy Harmon, was honored Sunday during an annual ceremony at Lands End in San Francisco.
A fallen Black World War Ii hero, Leonard Roy Harmon, was honored Sunday during a ceremony at Lands End in San Francisco. John Ramos reports. (5-29-22)
John Ramos reports on a special project at a Concord high school to correct wrongs committed during World War II (5-24-2022)
One high school in Concord on Tuesday night is awarding diplomas to Japanese-American students who were pulled from the campus during World War II.
On Sunday, December 7th, 1941, a young radio operator on Mare Island got an urgent message in Morse Code. It was the first news to reach the mainland about the attack on Pearl Harbor and America has never been the same since.
Chinese American World War II veterans are finally getting the recognition they deserve more than 70 years later.
Phyllis Gould, one of the millions of women who worked in defense plants in World War II and who later relentlessly fought for recognition of those "Rosie the Riveters," has died. She was 99.
The remains of a U.S. Navy sailor from Stockton, California who was killed in the Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor have been identified, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced Friday.
It's the second year in a row tax collections in the nation's most populous state likely won't be enough to cover expenses — potentially leading to some hard choices
"There's no telling how a commander of such an organization will behave," former elite commander says.
Though it is not expected to be as heavy as the precipitation that fell across the region Wednesday, another storm system will bring more rain to the Bay Area into Thursday evening.
A San Francisco resident was sentenced to six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to manufacturing and dealing firearms.
Democrats in the Senate have made several attempts over the past month to inject some urgency into the gun control fight.
It's the second year in a row tax collections in the nation's most populous state likely won't be enough to cover expenses — potentially leading to some hard choices
Though it is not expected to be as heavy as the precipitation that fell across the region Wednesday, another storm system will bring more rain to the Bay Area into Thursday evening.
A San Francisco resident was sentenced to six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to manufacturing and dealing firearms.
Democrats in the Senate have made several attempts over the past month to inject some urgency into the gun control fight.
San Leandro City Councilmember Celina Reynes has resigned from the council after serving less than a year of her term, effective Dec. 31.
A San Francisco resident was sentenced to six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to manufacturing and dealing firearms.
Another operation aimed at catching San Francisco retail theft suspects led to seven arrests on Tuesday, police said.
California food banks used to distribute primarily canned and boxed food, but thanks to an innovative idea from a Bay Area man, they are also able to give away mostly fresh fruits and vegetables.
A San Francisco man who illegally made and sold guns was sentenced to six years in prison, the Department of Justice said.
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 Leandro City Councilmember Celina Reynes has resigned from the council after serving less than a year of her term, effective Dec. 31.
Bay Area shelters, already stretched to the limit, are bracing for tough times as more and more people surrender their pets because they can no longer afford them.
In Oakland, a group organized a pub crawl to get those in the East Bay to support local craft taprooms and spread some holiday cheer
People in Oakland had strong feelings Wednesday as schools became a battleground over the war between Israel and Hamas as some teachers participated in a "Teach-In."
Local fishermen are getting a helping hand as they eagerly wait for the commercial Dungeness crab season.
The Monterey County Board of Supervisors directed more money Wednesday to aid residents and businesses in Pajaro that were impacted by flooding of the unincorporated community in March.
The San Jose Earthquakes are partnering with Santa Clara County and the city of San Jose to bring new professional soccer fields and a training facility to the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
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.
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.
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.
Novato police are looking for a woman who was caught on video this week allegedly stealing packages in the city's Hillside Park neighborhood.
In response to an outbreak of avian flu, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has declared a state of emergency.
Authorities in Mendocino County announced Wednesday that the body of a missing elderly Sonoma County woman has been found.
Sideshows and some related peripheral activities were outlawed by a vote of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday.
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.
Longtime NFL kicker Robbie Gould who played six seasons with the San Francisco 49ers is retiring following an 18-year career that established him as one of the game's best in the clutch.
Stephen Curry overcame a slow start to score 31 points, Jonathan Kuminga dazzled off the bench for 13 points and the Golden State Warriors rallied to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 110-106 on Wednesday night.
The San Jose Earthquakes are partnering with Santa Clara County and the city of San Jose to bring new professional soccer fields and a training facility to the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
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.
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.
A San Francisco resident was sentenced to six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to manufacturing and dealing firearms.
Novato police are looking for a woman who was caught on video this week allegedly stealing packages in the city's Hillside Park neighborhood.
BART police said officers arrested a woman who was driving a stolen car and found multiple puppies inside the vehicle on Tuesday.
Another operation aimed at catching San Francisco retail theft suspects led to seven arrests on Tuesday, police said.
A woman has accused Sean "Diddy" Combs and two other men of gang raping her in 2003 when she was 17 years old.
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 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.
The update patches two vulnerabilities, includes no new features to the operating system.
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.
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
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.
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
The sidewalks of San Francisco's Castro District became the site of a sprawling memorial on World AIDS Day.
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
An alternative California mental health court has received more than 100 petitions after seven counties began the program in October.
It's the second year in a row tax collections in the nation's most populous state likely won't be enough to cover expenses — potentially leading to some hard choices
Democrats in the Senate have made several attempts over the past month to inject some urgency into the gun control fight.
San Leandro City Councilmember Celina Reynes has resigned from the council after serving less than a year of her term, effective Dec. 31.
The vote was largely along party lines, with three Democrats voting to censure the New York Democrat.
Former President Donald Trump has attended the trial eight times and testified on Nov. 6. He is also expected to be the final defense witness next week.
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 will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
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.
A woman has accused Sean "Diddy" Combs and two other men of gang raping her in 2003 when she was 17 years old.
Dennis Laine was Paul McCartney's longtime sideman in the ex-Beatle's solo band Wings.
Norman Lear created groundbreaking shows like "All in the Family," "Maude" and "The Jeffersons" that took on serious social issues with humor.
"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.
However, less than 40% of Screen Actors Guild members participated in the ratification vote.
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.
Gianna Franco talks to "Lion King" cast members Gerald Ramsey and Peter Hargrave about the Broadway SF production currently playing the Orpheum Theatre (12-7-2023)
Food Network's "Christmas Cookie Challenge" contestant Elizabeth Medina talks about participating in competition show and gives a lesson in cookie decoration (12-7-2023)
Shawn Chitnis reports on an Israeli restaurateur in the East Bay celebrating Hanukkah in her community despite tension created by Israel-Hamas conflict (12-7-2023)
More rain forecast across the Bay Area, keeping things damp through Thursday evening (12-7-2023)
CBS News Bay Area morning edition headlines for Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
California food banks used to distribute primarily canned and boxed food, but thanks to an innovative idea from a Bay Area man, they are also able to give away mostly fresh fruits and vegetables.
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.
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.
A Hayward teacher is using the timeless work of Shakespeare to inspire his elementary students to dream big.
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.
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.
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.
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.
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.
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.