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California voters to decide on Proposition 50. Here's what to know.
California voters will be deciding on Prop. 50, a measure backed by legislative Democrats and Gov. Gavin Newsom that, if approved, would redraw the state's congressional districts.
Suspect charged with assaulting Coast Guard personnel during Bay Area immigration enforcement protest
Prosecutors have charged a person who allegedly accelerated a truck toward officers at a Coast Guard base in the San Francisco Bay Area, prompting a barrage of gunfire during an immigration enforcement protest last month.
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Election Day 2025 live updates as voters weigh in on key state and local races
Voters are headed to the polls today for Election Day 2025 in Virginia, New Jersey, California and New York City, in the biggest races since President Trump's win. Follow live results here.
Dick Cheney, powerful former vice president, dies at 84
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful people to hold the office, has died, his family says. He was 84.
San Francisco Arts Commission votes to remove Vaillancourt Fountain
The Vaillancourt Fountain in Embarcadero Plaza will be removed after the San Francisco Arts Commission voted in favor of the proposal on Monday.
Redwood City firefighters find 2 bodies after fire breaks out at liquor store
Authorities have launched an investigation after firefighters battling a fire at a Redwood City liquor store early Monday morning found two bodies inside the business.
FBI, police release footage of 2 suspects in Oakland Museum of California heist
Authorities released surveillance footage as they search for two people suspected of stealing priceless artifacts from the Oakland Museum of California last month.
Fairfield police arrest man suspected of stabbing multiple people
Police in Fairfield arrested a man on multiple charges after he allegedly stabbed multiple people during an incident over the weekend.
Big-rig overturns, blocks lanes on eastbound Highway 4 in Antioch
All lanes of eastbound Highway 4 in Antioch are open Tuesday afternoon after a big-rig overturned on the freeway, blocking lanes for several hours.
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Padilla won't run for California governor in 2026, says he is choosing to "stay in this fight" in the Senate
U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla said he will not run for California governor in 2026, ending speculation that he might seek to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom when his term ends.
What the candidates for California governor are saying about redistricting, immigration and other top issues
In this ongoing series, CBS News California Investigates correspondent Julie Watts presses candidates in the 2026 California governor's race on top issues including redistricting, immigration and homelessness.
California's redistricting plan sparks fierce debate in 2026 governor's race
Where do the 2026 California gubernatorial candidates stand on Proposition 50 and redistricting? Xavier Becerra, Chad Bianco, Ian Calderon, Stephen J. Cloobeck, Steve Hilton, Katie Porter, Tony Thurmond, Antonio Villaraigosa, Butch Ware, Betty Yee and Leo Zacky share their thoughts.
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New report highlights emotional toll of identity theft on consumers
The Identity Theft Resource Center conducted its annual report on the consumer impact of identity crime, focusing on the rate of victims who contemplated suicide.
How to find help in California if a city-maintained tree falls, damages property
After a Burbank woman battled the city in court for months when a tree fell on her car in 2024, CBS California Investigates takes a look at what steps people can take to make sure their property is protected.
Copper wire theft is leaving LA in the dark. How a new law could fix the problem
As surging copper wire thefts are leaving many Los Angeles communities in the dark, a new statewide metal theft law set to kick in next year is aimed at recyclers who buy the stolen metal.
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Election Day 2025 live updates as voters weigh in on key state and local races
Voters are headed to the polls today for Election Day 2025 in Virginia, New Jersey, California and New York City, in the biggest races since President Trump's win. Follow live results here.
Padilla won't run for California governor in 2026, says he is choosing to "stay in this fight" in the Senate
U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla said he will not run for California governor in 2026, ending speculation that he might seek to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom when his term ends.
Some U.S. airspace might be closed if shutdown continues, Duffy says
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the agency may need to close "certain parts" of the nation's airspace if the shutdown drags on.
White House says administration is complying with court order on SNAP funds
President Trump wrote on Truth Social that federal food benefits "will be given only when the Radical Left Democrats open up government, which they can easily do, and not before!"
Dick Cheney, powerful former vice president, dies at 84
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful people to hold the office, has died, his family says. He was 84.
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NFL announces venues in San Francisco, South Bay for Super Bowl LX events
The National Football League and Bay Area Host Committee announced a list of official events in the San Francisco Bay Area in the week leading up to Super Bowl LX in February, culminating with the game at Levi's Stadium.
Victor Conte, key figure in BALCO steroids scandal, dies at 75
Victor Conte, the architect of a scheme to provide undetectable performance-enhancing drugs to professional athletes decades ago, has died.
49ers' Mykel Williams out for season with torn ACL as injury woes mount
San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Mykel Williams will miss the rest of the season after the first-round pick was diagnosed with torn ligaments in his right knee.
Christian McCaffrey, Mac Jones power 49ers to win over Giants
McCaffrey caught a touchdown pass from Jones, rushed for another score and the 49ers got back on track by running all over the Giants in a 34-24 victory on Sunday.
Obiri sets NYC Marathon record, Kipruto wins by less than 1 second
Hellen Obiri set a women's course record to win the NYC Marathon. Her countrymate Benson Kipruto won the men's race by less than a second.
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Oakland artist picks up pieces from break-ins, finds success in reusing glass
While recent data and reports show how car break-ins in the Bay Area are down, they still occur and it's the last thing you want to see as you head to the car.
UC Berkeley Botanical Garden houses crucial seed bank to preserve biodiversity
Above the main campus at the University of California, Berkeley, nestled in Strawberry Canyon at the Botanical Gardens, you'll find a critically important bank.
Community groups map Bay Area "heat islands," make hot weather kits for vulnerable residents
At a recent gathering of community groups, a city council member, students, and climate activists, the talk was all about heat - very extreme heat - and the phenomenon of record-breaking temperatures largely driven by climate change.
Scientists develop interactive climate map to track invisible particulate matter pollution
A form of harmful air pollution that often can't be plainly observed is now being tracked with a groundbreaking new tool developed by scientists that allows residents to see where it's coming from.
Orchestra from "Landfill Harmonic" fame performs at Marin County recycler's community event
Last weekend, a special performance unfolded in Central San Rafael. The location was unusual: it's where collection bins full of waste, recycling and compost are brought.
Stanford researchers, nonprofit help California residents manage wildfire smoke exposure
As California sees an increasing amount of wildfires, researchers from Stanford University and a Northern California nonprofit are helping residents prepare for and manage their exposure to toxic wildfire smoke.
Bay Area scientists dig into how to keep soils healthy as planet warms
With only 7.5% of Earth's surface covered in fertile, agricultural soil, it's critically important to maintain the soil to grow food, filter water, and regulate the climate.
Valkyries to bring portable court on road to host first playoff game at SAP Center
Due to a scheduling conflict at Chase Center in San Francisco, the Valkyries' first-ever home playoff game will take place 54 miles south, at the SAP Center in San Jose.
Bay Area scientists helping restore coral reefs damaged by climate change
Bay Area scientists are creating baby corals to help regenerate the world's second-largest coral reef, which is being devastated by climate change.
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Storm to bring heavy wind, rain to Northern California; warnings, advisories issued
Portions of Northern California are bracing for a powerful atmospheric river storm beginning Tuesday night, with forecasters warning that the system is expected to be more disruptive due to its intense winds than its rainfall.
Tuesday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 11/4/25
Expect increasing winds and clouds Tuesday as a storm is set to make its way to the Bay Area. Rain, possibly heavy at times, will arrive in the region early Wednesday. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Bay Area will get rain, strong wind gusts during midweek storm
The Bay Area will get some wet weather beginning on Tuesday evening, with the North Bay expected to see the most rainfall.
First Alert Weather Monday evening forecast 11-3-25
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Tuesday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 11/4/25
Expect increasing winds and clouds Tuesday as a storm is set to make its way to the Bay Area. Rain, possibly heavy at times, will arrive in the region early Wednesday. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Redwood City fire crews find 2 people dead after fire at liquor store
Amanda Hari reports on a fire in Redwood City. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
San Francisco mayor’s family zoning plan faces scrutiny at board of supervisors meeting
Brad Hamilton reports on the rezoning plan for parts of San Francisco. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Bay Area company uses neighborhood fruit trees for winemaking
Itay Hod reports on Feral Ecology and the company’s winemaking process. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Bay Area food banks see surge in people due to lapse of SNAP benefits
John Ramos reports on the surge in demand that Bay Area food banks are experiencing. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
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What to know about Tesla's robotaxi plans in the Bay Area
Business Insider tech reporter Grace Kay shares where plans stand with Tesla's robotaxi service in the Bay Area.
Skincare brands make billions selling products, including some harmful to young skin, to tweens
Skincare brands make billions of dollars annually selling stuff to children 12 and under, even though dermatologists caution against minors using some of these products that are meant for adults. The CBS News Confirmed team analyzed top kidfluencers with more than 42 million followers combined and found that 94% of their recent skincare posts did not let kids know they were getting free products or commissions from the brands they promote. That social media marketing is turning many in this generation into so-called "Sephora kids," but they often don't realize that some viral products can harm young skin. Check out what happened when CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts sent her 11-year-old daughter undercover shopping with her friends. BEHIND THE INVESTIGATION: CBS News California investigates troubling trend in skincare industry WATCH PART 1 - Investigating "Sephora Kid" Concerns: How skincare brands make billions selling products to tweens. WATCH PART 2 - Investigating "Sephora Kids" Solutions: Fifth-graders investigate California bill targeting anti-aging skincare sales to minors. READ MORE HERE: How the skincare industry makes billions marketing products to tweens, including some that could harm young skin
USF immigration policy expert discusses presidential election
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks with USF professor of law and migration studies Bill Ong Hing about the positions of the Trump and Harris campaigns when it comes to immigration reform and the situation at the border
UC Berkeley professor discusses threat of artificial intelligence in elections
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks UC Berkeley Haas School of Business professor Olaf Groth, PhD, about how AI could play a role in potential election interference
UCSF doctor discusses summer Covid surge
CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec asks UCSF infectious disease specialist Dr. Monica Gandhi if Covid is any more serious than a cold these days, the latest on long Covid, and if the bird flu poses any threat of becoming the next pandemic
Bay Area political expert on campaigns tapping into social media influencers
The race for the White House is flooding our feeds. CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec asks Dr. Nolan Higdon with CSU East Bay about the impact of influencers in the presidential race, and if they can really tip the scales in battleground states
Bay Area teen provides mental health resources for students
CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec hears from Niku Sedarat from San Jose, an incoming Stanford student and member of DoSomething.Org, about an initiative that allows students to share ideas about addressing mental health in their communities. Anne also asks Dr. Nicole Stelter from Blue Shield of California how parents can provide support for their children
Bay Area lung cancer survivor recalls how car crash may have saved her life
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook has been reporting extensively on the rise in lung cancer cases among non-smoking Asian American women. Now, Liz talks to a Bay Area mother whose trip to Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center after a car crash may have saved her life. Liz also talks to Dr. Jeffrey Velotta, who performed the surgery, about the rise in lung cancer cases in Asian American women and what may be causing them
Reaction to Gov. Newsom's executive order to clear homeless encampments
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks to Coalition on Homelessness Executive Director Jennifer Friedenbach and Senior Vice President of Public Policy for the Bay Area Council Adrian Covert to hear both sides of the debate over Gov. Newsom's executive order to clear homeless encampments
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NFL announces venues in San Francisco, South Bay for Super Bowl LX events
The National Football League and Bay Area Host Committee announced a list of official events in the San Francisco Bay Area in the week leading up to Super Bowl LX in February, culminating with the game at Levi's Stadium.
Victor Conte, key figure in BALCO steroids scandal, dies at 75
Victor Conte, the architect of a scheme to provide undetectable performance-enhancing drugs to professional athletes decades ago, has died.
San Francisco Arts Commission votes to remove Vaillancourt Fountain
The Vaillancourt Fountain in Embarcadero Plaza will be removed after the San Francisco Arts Commission voted in favor of the proposal on Monday.
Bay Area will get rain, strong wind gusts during midweek storm
The Bay Area will get some wet weather beginning on Tuesday evening, with the North Bay expected to see the most rainfall.
Redwood City firefighters find 2 bodies after fire breaks out at liquor store
Authorities have launched an investigation after firefighters battling a fire at a Redwood City liquor store early Monday morning found two bodies inside the business.
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Suspect charged with assaulting Coast Guard personnel during Bay Area immigration enforcement protest
Prosecutors have charged a person who allegedly accelerated a truck toward officers at a Coast Guard base in the San Francisco Bay Area, prompting a barrage of gunfire during an immigration enforcement protest last month.
Big-rig overturns, blocks lanes on eastbound Highway 4 in Antioch
All lanes of eastbound Highway 4 in Antioch are open Tuesday afternoon after a big-rig overturned on the freeway, blocking lanes for several hours.
Bay Area food banks see surge in demand due to lapse of SNAP benefits
The shutdown of the program has instantly thrown thousands of people onto food lines, and it has the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano scrambling to keep up.
Berkeley company using neighborhood fruit trees to create wine
After noticing all the fruit on trees in side streets and backyards, Feral Ecology founder Daniel Goldberg started picking fruit, first to make jam, but then he decided to branch out, launching the company to give the fruit a second life.
FBI, police release footage of 2 suspects in Oakland Museum of California heist
Authorities released surveillance footage as they search for two people suspected of stealing priceless artifacts from the Oakland Museum of California last month.
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Monterey County sheriff cutting services as part of $5.8M in budget cuts
The Monterey County Sheriff's Office is closing some services at its substations, as part of more than $5 million in budget cuts.
Crews cap gas leak in downtown Los Altos that prompted evacuations
Utility crews have capped a gas leak in the community of Los Altos that prompted evacuations of the downtown area, officials said.
Former San Jose apartment manager suspected of opening credit cards with tenant info
Authorities in Santa Clara County said they arrested the former manager of an apartment complex for allegedly using tenants' personal information to commit identity theft.
Man found fatally shot on Main Street in Watsonville; suspect sought
Police in Watsonville are searching for a suspect after a man was found fatally shot Wednesday evening.
Monterey County man arrested after police seize IED materials, ghost guns
A Monterey County man has been arrested after authorities said they found unregistered "ghost" guns along with materials to manufacture improvised explosive devices during searches of two homes earlier this week.
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Fairfield police arrest man suspected of stabbing multiple people
Police in Fairfield arrested a man on multiple charges after he allegedly stabbed multiple people during an incident over the weekend.
Bay Area will get rain, strong wind gusts during midweek storm
The Bay Area will get some wet weather beginning on Tuesday evening, with the North Bay expected to see the most rainfall.
Vendors fundraise to keep Muir Woods open amid prolonged government shutdown
Muir Woods National Monument has secured enough private donations to remain open until Nov. 11, but park workers worry that if the ongoing federal government shutdown continues past that date, the park could be forced to close again.
Crews locate hiker reported missing on Mt. Tamalpais on Halloween night
A hiker reported missing on Mount Tamalpais on Halloween was located safely early Saturday morning by search and rescue crews, authorities in Marin County said.
Santa Rosa orders boy beekeeper to remove hives; relents after negative buzz from community
The City of Santa Rosa stirred up a hornet's nest of outrage after ordering a 9-year-old boy to remove a 4-H beekeeping project from his home.
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San Francisco Arts Commission votes to remove Vaillancourt Fountain
The Vaillancourt Fountain in Embarcadero Plaza will be removed after the San Francisco Arts Commission voted in favor of the proposal on Monday.
Bay Area food banks see surge in demand due to lapse of SNAP benefits
The shutdown of the program has instantly thrown thousands of people onto food lines, and it has the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano scrambling to keep up.
96-year-old veteran organizing his 53rd annual San Francisco "toy-raising" holiday event
A San Francisco man is planning his 53rd annual party to generate toy donations for underserved children over the Christmas holidays.
Oakland restaurant helping families losing food aid during government shutdown
As some Bay Area families learned they would not receive their SNAP benefits for the month of November, restaurants across the region are stepping up to help.
Mishka Dog Boutique in San Francisco taking canine care to luxurious levels
In a city known for its love of dogs, one business is taking canine care to a luxurious, and health-conscious, new level.
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Suspect charged with assaulting Coast Guard personnel during Bay Area immigration enforcement protest
Prosecutors have charged a person who allegedly accelerated a truck toward officers at a Coast Guard base in the San Francisco Bay Area, prompting a barrage of gunfire during an immigration enforcement protest last month.
Fairfield police arrest man suspected of stabbing multiple people
Police in Fairfield arrested a man on multiple charges after he allegedly stabbed multiple people during an incident over the weekend.
Big-rig overturns, blocks lanes on eastbound Highway 4 in Antioch
All lanes of eastbound Highway 4 in Antioch are open Tuesday afternoon after a big-rig overturned on the freeway, blocking lanes for several hours.
Storm to bring heavy wind, rain to Northern California; warnings, advisories issued
Portions of Northern California are bracing for a powerful atmospheric river storm beginning Tuesday night, with forecasters warning that the system is expected to be more disruptive due to its intense winds than its rainfall.
NFL announces venues in San Francisco, South Bay for Super Bowl LX events
The National Football League and Bay Area Host Committee announced a list of official events in the San Francisco Bay Area in the week leading up to Super Bowl LX in February, culminating with the game at Levi's Stadium.
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Rabid bat found on San Francisco Peninsula near Portola Valley park
A bat found near a park on the San Francisco Peninsula in San Mateo County tested positive for rabies last week, health officials said.
California nonprofit predicts 26% jump in ACA health insurance premiums next year
KFF, a nonprofit health policy organization founded in San Francisco, has released new data predicting a 26% increase in health insurance premiums under the Affordable Care Act coverage next year.
New breast cancer treatment trial at UCSF aims to avoid invasive surgery for patients
Waiting and seeing is not often the strategy employed when it comes to treating breast cancer, but a new clinical trial by the University of California, San Francisco, researchers are doing just that.
Open enrollment may bring sticker shock as health insurance set to surge
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente workers across California begin five-day strike
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California are hitting the picket line Tuesday, as a five-day strike begins.
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Suspect charged with assaulting Coast Guard personnel during Bay Area immigration enforcement protest
Prosecutors have charged a person who allegedly accelerated a truck toward officers at a Coast Guard base in the San Francisco Bay Area, prompting a barrage of gunfire during an immigration enforcement protest last month.
Fairfield police arrest man suspected of stabbing multiple people
Police in Fairfield arrested a man on multiple charges after he allegedly stabbed multiple people during an incident over the weekend.
Monterey County sheriff cutting services as part of $5.8M in budget cuts
The Monterey County Sheriff's Office is closing some services at its substations, as part of more than $5 million in budget cuts.
FBI, police release footage of 2 suspects in Oakland Museum of California heist
Authorities released surveillance footage as they search for two people suspected of stealing priceless artifacts from the Oakland Museum of California last month.
Merchants in Oakland's Fruitvale seek help from city to address crime concerns
Merchants of Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood said they are crying out for help as more and more businesses say they are being forced to shut their doors and fold.
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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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Sen. Scott Wiener announces 2026 run for Nancy Pelosi's seat in Congress
California state Sen. Scott Wiener of San Francisco announced Wednesday that he is running for Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat next year.
LGBTQ+ youth mental health distress is increasing, study finds
Advocacy group The Trevor Projected released data from the first year of a study following more than 1,600 LGBTQ+ youth across the country.
Park ranger who hung trans pride flag in Yosemite says they were fired
A former Yosemite employee says they've been fired by the National Park Service, three months after flying a transgender pride flag from El Capitan.
SF LGBTQ community concerned about end of specialized 988 care for youth
For the past three years, LGBTQ+ youth could contact 988 and press 3 to connect them to a counselor specifically trained to support their mental health needs.
Bay Area mother, adult son recall lesbian household upbringing, prideful parenting
A Bay Area mother and her adult son are recalling with pride their family journey in a lesbian household that bucked traditional expectations of masculinity.
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Photos: Danny Elfman plays film music, Oingo Boingo hits in Mountain View
It happened several days after Halloween, but composer and former Oingo Boingo frontman Danny Elfman delivered an appropriately macabre set of movie soundtracks and '80s hits for a full house at the Shoreline Amphitheatre.
Photos: Green Day holds massive homecoming bash at Oracle Park
Bay Area pop-punk heroes Green Day brought their current Saviors Tour to Oracle Park in San Francisco Friday for an epic show that also featured alt-rock favorites Smashing Pumpkins and fellow punk acts Rancid and the Linda Lindas.
Photos: All-star quartet Beat revives King Crimson songs in Napa
An all-star group featuring King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin along with guitar giant Steve Vai and Tool drummer Danny Carey played the music from Crimson's '80s albums at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa Friday.
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2024 Jefferson Award winners remembered as Icon Award program launches
In 2025, KPIX is moving to a new community service award: the CBS News Bay Area Icon Award. Submit nominations for an outstanding community hero at kpix.com/icon.
South Bay "Mrs. Claus" brings Christmas joy and more to San Jose families
It's the most wonderful time of the year for a South Bay woman who has played Mrs. Claus for more than 40 years for the children of North San Jose's Alviso District.
Longtime Oakland Hills resident's nonprofit helps promote fire preparedness
For residents of the Oakland Hills, the prospect of another wildfire always remains a concern. This week's Jefferson Awards winner has made it his mission to make the hills and other high-risk areas safer.
East Palo Alto Boys & Girls Clubs provide artistic outlet for teens
In East Palo Alto -- where state education numbers show more than nine in ten public school students are low income and more than half are English learners -- many are finding hope and connection at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula.
85-year-old Army vet continues life of service by feeding San Francisco families
This week's Jefferson Award winner is Army veteran who continues to live a life of service into his 80s, by feeding hundreds of San Francisco families a week.
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East Bay man's bicycle hobby turns into vehicle to help struggling teens excel
A Bay Area man who overcame tremendous obstacles to excel in school has made it his mission to gear up other students for success in the classroom and in life.
North Bay college student charts new life path with support of tight-knit family
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
Student emerges from family tragedy to juggles Cal studies with home duties
Samir Hooker had to grow up fast after his stepfather was shot dead 12 years ago. Now he is watching over his mom and sister while attending UC Berkeley.
Students Rising Above scholar recalls growing up with undocumented immigrant parents
It's hard enough to graduate from one of the most prestigious schools in the country when you're the first in your family to go to college. Imagine doing that while you're also trying to protect your parents from being deported?
Hard-working student shoulders a load working while attending Ivy League college
Some students who are the first in their families to go to college face the challenge of balancing a rigorous academic load while still working to help support their family back home.