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State officials say heat wave power outages unlikely this summer
A wet winter that filled the state's reservoirs enough to allow officials to restart hydroelectric power plants that were dormant during the drought.
Update: Snowmelt tragedy on runoff-swollen Kings River; Body of missing 4-year-old recovered
A search crew found the body of a 4-year-old boy in a surging California river on Monday, a day after his 8-year-old sister died when the siblings were swept away by the current.
An El Nino is brewing and it might be a big one
The natural burst of El Nino warming that changes weather worldwide is far costlier with longer-lasting expenses than experts had thought, averaging trillions of dollars in damage, a new study found.
Mount Diablo's north entrance closing for months to repair winter storm damage
State park officials said Wednesday that Mount Diablo's North Gate Road will be closed from Friday through mid-September to rebuild and stabilize a section of road damaged by storms this winter.
Historic snow melt continues to threaten Yosemite with flooding
As warm weather continues in the Bay Area and throughout Northern California, the melting of the state's historic snowpack is ramping up.
Snowmelt flooding fears forced closure of three Yosemite campgrounds
Three popular campgrounds at Yosemite National Park will be temporarily closed starting Monday because of a forecast of flooding as warming temperatures melt the Sierra Nevada's massive snowpack.
River rafters say big California snowmelt means epic season
With California's historic snowpack beginning to melt, whitewater rafting companies are preparing for the best season they've seen in years.
Snow-laden Sierra gets more snow halfway through spring
The calendar may show spring is halfway to summer, but it's still snowing in California.
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San Francisco supervisors vote against landmark designation for Castro Theatre seats
In a close vote, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday against designating the orchestra-level seats in the iconic Castro Theatre as a historical landmark.
BART police presence increases ahead of fiscal cliff
On a busy afternoon at the Embarcadero BART station, people and trains come and go every few minutes. But public transit advocates say that could all change in the near future.
Hospitality workers see troubling trend as major SF hotel investor skips loan payments
Many San Francisco hospitality workers say a decision to pull back operations in the city is part of a troubling trend.
Florida confirms it arranged migrant flights to California
The Florida Division of Emergency Management said that the state's relocation program for migrants was voluntary.
Oakland wildlife photographer heartened by community support after camera stolen at gunpoint
An Oakland wildlife photographer whose stunning pictures have been a bright spot for people in his neighborhood had his camera stolen at gunpoint early Friday morning in Joaquin Miller Park. But he's been encouraged by the overwhelming show of support.
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San Francisco supervisors vote against landmark designation for Castro Theatre seats
In a close vote, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday against designating the orchestra-level seats in the iconic Castro Theatre as a historical landmark.
BART police presence increases ahead of fiscal cliff
On a busy afternoon at the Embarcadero BART station, people and trains come and go every few minutes. But public transit advocates say that could all change in the near future.
Hospitality workers see troubling trend as major SF hotel investor skips loan payments
Many San Francisco hospitality workers say a decision to pull back operations in the city is part of a troubling trend.
Air India flight bound for San Francisco diverted to Russia over technical issue
An Air India flight from India to San Francisco was diverted due to a technical issue with one of the plane's engines and has landed safely in Russia's Magadan airport.
Man shot dead in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood
A man was shot and killed Monday evening in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood, police said Tuesday.
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Oakland wildlife photographer heartened by community support after camera stolen at gunpoint
An Oakland wildlife photographer whose stunning pictures have been a bright spot for people in his neighborhood had his camera stolen at gunpoint early Friday morning in Joaquin Miller Park. But he's been encouraged by the overwhelming show of support.
Family of Erik Salgado demand charges against officers who killed him
A young man's family on Tuesday demanded that Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price file murder charges against three California Highway Patrol officers for shooting and killing him in Oakland three years ago.
Police: Fremont mother fatally stabbed 1-year-old son, 4-year-old daughter before killing self
A mother stabbed her one-year-old son and four-year-old daughter to death before taking her own life in a tragedy that unfolded inside a Fremont home.
7 teens arrested for gang-related stabbing at Livermore soccer field
Livermore police have arrested seven juveniles suspected of being connected to a stabbing last month at a soccer field that sent a 14-year-old boy to a hospital in critical condition.
Family dispute leads to arrest of former TV news anchor Frank Somerville
Former Bay Area TV News anchor Frank Somerville has been arrested twice after family disturbances at his father's Berkeley Hills home.
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San Jose approves RV safe parking program in Berryessa
The San Jose City Council voted to move forward with plans to open a safe parking program in the city's Berryessa neighborhood for homeless men and women living in their cars and RVs.
South Bay deadly rampage suspect Kevin Parkourana charged with murder, special circumstances
Kevin Parkourana, accused in the violent rampage in San Jose and Milpitas that left three people dead and several others with major injuries, was charged with multiple counts of murder and attempted murder Tuesday.
San Jose police identify suspect arrested in deadly stabbing
San Jose police identified the woman suspected of stabbing a man to death in southern San Jose early Sunday morning.
Victim injured in deadly South Bay rampage talks about his terrifying ordeal
A motorcyclist who was injured after being struck during last week's fatal South Bay crime spree that left three people dead in San Jose and Milpitas is speaking out.
Update: Stolen Kia slams into tree in San Jose, explodes into flames, killing passenger
A passenger was dead and the driver of a stolen Kia sedan remained at large Monday morning following a horrific crash and fireball on a San Jose street.
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Santa Rosa police investigating racist email at middle school
Santa Rosa police are determining if a racist and anti-Semitic mail received by teachers and administrators of Rincon Valley Middle School was by a student or a random act.
Man robs Chase Bank branch in Novato; Police seek public's help in identifying him
Police in Novato released photos Tuesday of a man who robbed a bank and asked for the public's help in identifying him.
Kick from horse suspected in Marin County man's death
The "suspicious" death of an elderly man in Marin County last week may have been caused by a kick from a horse
Wrong-way motorcyclist killed after crashing into SUV in Vallejo
A motorcyclist was killed in a collision with an SUV in a Vallejo neighborhood Sunday, police said.
Serial Santa Rosa child molester 30-years-to-life prison sentence
A Santa Rosa judge sentenced a 62-year-old man to 30 years to life in prison on Thursday after he was found guilty of sexually assaulting four different children.
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PGA Tour to merge with Saudi-backed LIV Golf, ending "disruption"
The deal comes after LIV Golf had joined an antitrust suit against the PGA Tour, with the agreement ending all litigation between the groups.
Athletics move to Las Vegas in flux as Nevada Legislature adjourns
A plan to help build a stadium for the Oakland Athletics in Las Vegas is in flux after Nevada lawmakers adjourned their four-month legislative session.
McCutchen's sacrifice fly lifts Pirates to 5-4, extends Athletics' road losing streak to 15
Andrew McCutchen's tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the eighth inning lifted Pittsburgh to a 5-4 victory over Oakland on Monday night, extending the Pirates' win streak to six games and sending the Athletics to their record-tying 15th consecutive road loss.
Former Stanford star Rose Zhang stuns LPGA winning pro debut
Rose Zhang lived up to all the pre-tournament hype as the next great women's golfer — at least in her first week as a pro.
'Humm Baby'; Former Giants manager Roger Craig dies at 93
Roger Craig, who managed the San Francisco Giants to the 1989 World Series that was interrupted by a massive earthquake, has died. He was 93.
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BART police presence increases ahead of fiscal cliff
On a busy afternoon at the Embarcadero BART station, people and trains come and go every few minutes. But public transit advocates say that could all change in the near future.
Oakland wildlife photographer heartened by community support after camera stolen at gunpoint
An Oakland wildlife photographer whose stunning pictures have been a bright spot for people in his neighborhood had his camera stolen at gunpoint early Friday morning in Joaquin Miller Park. But he's been encouraged by the overwhelming show of support.
Family of Erik Salgado demand charges against officers who killed him
A young man's family on Tuesday demanded that Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price file murder charges against three California Highway Patrol officers for shooting and killing him in Oakland three years ago.
2 killed, 5 wounded in shooting outside Virginia graduation ceremony
One victim still had life-threatening injuries Tuesday night.
Police: Fremont mother fatally stabbed 1-year-old son, 4-year-old daughter before killing self
A mother stabbed her one-year-old son and four-year-old daughter to death before taking her own life in a tragedy that unfolded inside a Fremont home.
Technology
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Linda Yaccarino takes over as Twitter CEO; 'First day in the books'
Linda Yaccarino, a former NBCUniversal marketing executive, on Monday officially took over the CEO role at Twitter from Elon Musk
Here's what to know about Apple's debut virtual reality headset, Vision Pro
The headset, which blends the digital and physical worlds, marks Apple's first major new product since AirPods in 2016.
Apple expected to unveil a sleek, pricey VR headset at developers conference
Apple appears poised to unveil a long-rumored headset that will place its users between the virtual and real world.
Campolindo High alum creates new tool to combat California wildfires
A downside to the incredible amount of rain from the winter storms -- and beautiful green growth that came after -- is the increased quantity of fuels for wildfires.
Netflix shareholders reject sky-high executive pay packages
Netflix shareholders have rejected multi-million dollar pay packages for the company's top executives including for co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters.
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Bay Area biotech firm wrongly told hundreds of people they might have cancer
Grail, a biotech firm that makes a blood test for detecting cancer, blamed the snafu on a technology glitch.
Spike in tranq-laced fentanyl overdose deaths has Sonoma County officials on alert
An alert has gone out to Sonoma County residents after a rash of fentanyl overdose deaths in just one week.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
San Francisco seeks more ideas on fighting fentanyl crisis following chaotic forum
San Francisco was supposed to have a public discussion about the fentanyl crisis on Tuesday. It ended in chaos and with someone throwing a brick at city officials. So what comes next?
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San Jose approves RV safe parking program in Berryessa
The San Jose City Council voted to move forward with plans to open a safe parking program in the city's Berryessa neighborhood for homeless men and women living in their cars and RVs.
Family of Erik Salgado demand charges against officers who killed him
A young man's family on Tuesday demanded that Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price file murder charges against three California Highway Patrol officers for shooting and killing him in Oakland three years ago.
Athletics move to Las Vegas in flux as Nevada Legislature adjourns
A plan to help build a stadium for the Oakland Athletics in Las Vegas is in flux after Nevada lawmakers adjourned their four-month legislative session.
California officials outraged over 2nd flight of migrants arranged by Florida
Another plane carrying migrants arrived in Sacramento on Monday, marking the second flight in recent days that state officials allege was coordinated by Florida.
Drag nun recognized during California Senate ceremony despite backlash from some Republicans
A Pride ceremony recognizing a drag nun went on as planned Monday at the California State Capitol despite some pushback from Republican lawmakers.
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San Francisco supervisors vote against landmark designation for Castro Theatre seats
In a close vote, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday against designating the orchestra-level seats in the iconic Castro Theatre as a historical landmark.
Human Rights Campaign declares "state of emergency" for LGBTQ+ Americans
The civil rights organization also issued a guidebook to help ensure safety for both LGBTQ+ residents and travelers in "hostile states."
Transgender Miss San Francisco to make history at pageant for state title
When beauty queens from across the state compete in the Miss California pageant next month, this year's Miss San Francisco will make history when she takes the stage.
Drag nun recognized during California Senate ceremony despite backlash from some Republicans
A Pride ceremony recognizing a drag nun went on as planned Monday at the California State Capitol despite some pushback from Republican lawmakers.
Monthly drag brunch in San Jose creates safe space for queer joy
Colorful and flamboyant, full of energy and fun, the monthly drag brunch held at the SoFA Market in downtown San Jose has become a South Bay institution over the past few years.
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San Francisco supervisors vote against landmark designation for Castro Theatre seats
In a close vote, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday against designating the orchestra-level seats in the iconic Castro Theatre as a historical landmark.
Astrud Gilberto, singer of 'The Girl from Ipanema,' dead at 83
Astrud Gilberto, the Brazilian singer, songwriter and entertainer whose off-hand, English-language cameo on "The Girl from Ipanema" made her a worldwide voice of bossa nova, has died at age 83.
Athletics move to Las Vegas in flux as Nevada Legislature adjourns
A plan to help build a stadium for the Oakland Athletics in Las Vegas is in flux after Nevada lawmakers adjourned their four-month legislative session.
SAG-AFTRA overwhelmingly authorizes strike if contract talks stall
SAG-AFTRA members have overwhelmingly authorized a strike ahead of their negotiations with Hollywood studios.
Bayview-Hunters Point creative fixture in danger of closing down
The iconic Box Shop has been in Bayview-Hunters Point for 20 years, but founder Charles Gadeken says the space is in jeopardy of losing its home.
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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.
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.
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.
Long-lost photos of Japanese Americans provide poignant glimpse into NorCal history
A chance discovery of a box of photos in a Yuba County storage locker is giving people a unique insight into their community after local historians took it upon themselves to document an important moment in time.
Dark moments on Golden Gate Bridge led to life transforming medical procedure
You never know what life is going to throw in your path. Just ask Debbie Menzies.
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Funding for proposed A's stadium in Las Vegas up in the air
The future of the Oakland A's is again up in the air after the Nevada state legislature let its session expire Monday night without a vote to spend $380 million in public money on a new stadium.
BART police arrests up as fiscal cliff looms
Max Darrow reports on the issues BART riders are still facing as a fiscal cliff for state public transit looms in the near future. (6/6/2023)
Oakland wildlife photographer heartened by community outpouring after camera stolen at gunpoint
An Oakland wildlife photographer who's stunning pictures have been a bright spot for people in his neighborhood had his camera stolen at gunpoint early Friday morning in Joaquin Miller Park. But he's been encouraged by the overwhelming show of support. Juliette Goodrich reports.
Florida migrant flight to Sacramento derided as illegal, coersive
Team coverage of Gavin Newsom and Rob Bonta's response to the Florida government's unannounced flight of migrants to Sacramento. (6/6/2023)
How to keep your background from becoming a mosquito breeding ground.
The wet weather we had to start the year created some ideal conditions for mosquitos. Our Kenny Choi spoke with an expert on how to keep the pesky pests from infesting your backyard.
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San Francisco woman guides young people to learn job skills and improve self-esteem
This week's Jefferson Award winner is San Francisco woman who's spent the last quarter century training thousands of young people in job preparation skills and self-esteem.
East Bay woman works to reduce homelessness in Berkeley
California makes up about 12 percent of the US population, but our state had nearly a third of the country's homeless last year, according to federal housing data.
Father and son, both rabbis, take care of SoMa's troubled residents
A pair of orthodox rabbis are coming up with some unorthodox ways to serve their South of Market neighborhood in San Francisco and beyond.
Alameda man fights climate change with ambitious tree planting initiative
An Alameda man is leading a fight for climate change that challenges each person to do one thing for the environment: plant a tree.
Bayview's Old Skool Cafe continues mission of pulling youth out of cycle of violence
A woman from San Francisco who started a violence prevention program 18 years ago in the Bayview is helping disrupt the cycle of incarceration.
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Morehouse College student from SF takes stock of accomplishments and road ahead
Isreal Laviene holds a very special place with us at KPIX 5. In early 2021, we helped connect him to his dream school, Morehouse College in Atlanta.
Travel abroad helps Oakland student realize his own potential
Many of us dream big about life, jobs and travel. Robert Green is living those dreams and more.
Medical student yearning to give back to community that helped shape her
Giving back to others should be a priority for all of us. It is for Jennifer Juarez Yoc, who looks to faith and family as inspiration to serve others.
Leaning on past experiences, Oakland scholar leads the way for workers' rights
Sharit Cárdenas López spent their childhood watching their mother struggle to support a family on less than what many of us spend on luxuries every year.
Onetime scholar, Oakland native overcomes childhood trauma to thrive in business, politics
In 2019, the CDC reported that 60 percent of adults have experienced at least one incident of significant childhood trauma. Bianca Yarborough is one of those adults, but she's turning that pain into positive motivation for helping others.