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An 11-year-old girl died after drowning in Alameda Creek on Memorial Day, the Sheriff's Office said Tuesday.
A heat dome parked over the western United States was set to sizzle the Bay Area beginning Tuesday with near triple-digit temperatures inland and 80s on the coast.
George Kirby had nine strikeouts in five innings for his first win in nearly a month, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics 4-3 on Tuesday night. Oakland A's fall short in 4-3 loss to Mariners
Temperatures in the Bay Area will hit triple digits in many communities during the next few days, and counties have provided information on cooling centers along with other ways to beat the heat.
A proposed new bill aimed at cracking down on the sale of stolen goods on San Francisco streets is being welcomed by legitimate vendors who sell their wares on Mission District street corners.
Kevin Newman and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. each hit two-run doubles and the Arizona Diamondbacks stretched their winning streak to four games with an 8-5 victory over the slumping San Francisco Giants.
A 13-year-old riding an e-bike in Millbrae was seriously injured after crashing into a truck on El Camino Real Tuesday afternoon.
Former President Donald Trump will be in San Francisco on Thursday for a fundraiser hosted by tech billionaires -- and a 33-foot-tall inflatable bird lookalike will greet him.
Seeking to address blight, city leaders in San Jose are considering a plan to hold owners of empty and abandoned buildings accountable.
In response to a CBS News California Investigation, California lawmakers are demanding answers from Caltrans and considering legislation to fix Caltrans' damage claim process.
A CBS News California investigation finds Caltrans only approved 1 out of every 25 damage claims from potholes and debris in the first half of 2023.
Caltrans is denying more freeway damage claims, approving fewer than 10% over the last five and a half years. How many have they approved in your county and which highways are the worst?
Cecilia Chia never dreamed of the platform she would build for emerging artists in the Bay Area when she created Glass Rice in her hometown.
Throughout AAPI Heritage Month in May, CBS News Bay Area has been featuring stories highlighting the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities in and around San Francisco.
A Japanese-American bakery in San Francisco and its famous coffee crunch cake turn 50 years old this year. The man now running the bakery in the city's Japantown seeks to continue his grandfather's legacy.
Kinmon Gakuen in San Francisco's Japantown is poised to undergo a major facelift after community leaders spearheaded a fundraising effort.
An ancient Japanese art form that connects people to their heritage with each pounding beat, taiko drumming was recently on full display at the 46th annual Nikkei Matsuri Festival in San Jose's Japantown.
Bay Area high school students are taking leadership roles in addressing climate change and cultivating a better future, thanks to a one-of-a-kind program in California.
Researchers at UC Berkeley and ecologists at the Presidio in San Francisco are digging into the question: can human hair supercharge the soil on our farms and fields and help us fight the impacts of climate change?
Scientists are saying human hair could be the biggest sustainable textile on the planet that can be used to address some major issues linked to climate change.
Most recyclables are ending up in landfills but one Bay Area city is hoping to remedy that situation with the help of its community.
Some people think they're spooky and sinister, but bats play a critical role in maintaining California's ecosystem as well as the state's valuable agriculture industry. Now climate change is threatening their populations.
Kevin Newman and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. each hit two-run doubles and the Arizona Diamondbacks stretched their winning streak to four games with an 8-5 victory over the slumping San Francisco Giants.
While the Oakland Ballers Raimondi Park stadium may feel like something new, it's actually a rebirth of a proud legacy centering on one of the town's most famous baseball families.
The tide seems to be turning for sports in Oakland thanks to two friends who are betting everything on the idea that, if you build it, they will indeed come.
Just over five months after unveiling itself as an expansion team in the independent Pioneer Baseball League, the Oakland Ballers were readying for their home opener Tuesday evening at the renovated Raimondi Park field.
The San Francisco 49ers rewarded All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey with a contract extension after he won the AP Offensive Player of the Year award in his first full season with the team.
A proposed new bill aimed at cracking down on the sale of stolen goods on San Francisco streets is being welcomed by legitimate vendors who sell their wares on Mission District street corners.
Former President Donald Trump will be in San Francisco on Thursday for a fundraiser hosted by tech billionaires -- and a 33-foot-tall inflatable bird lookalike will greet him.
Seeking to address blight, city leaders in San Jose are considering a plan to hold owners of empty and abandoned buildings accountable.
Lack of easy-to-find charging stations continues to be a major reason why many adults do not purchase electric vehicles.
Elected officials and community organizations gathered on the steps of San Francisco City Hall on Monday to announce a new bill that aims to stop the sale of stolen goods, also known as fencing.
As temperatures soar across the Bay Area, so do growing concerns about fire season, particularly after the region remained relatively unscathed last summer.
Expect another day of hot conditions on Wednesday, with highs in the 90s and possibly 100s inland. A cooling trend should begin to take hold on Thursday. Paul Heggen has the forecast. 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
The hot weather arrived with a vengeance Tuesday, with inland parts of the San Francisco Bay Area cooking under temperatures approaching 100 degrees.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday highlighted the state's continued preparedness and response efforts to this week's heat wave and urged Californians to protect themselves from extreme heat.
Kelsi Thorud reports on the Oakland Ballers' inaugural game at Raimondi Park. 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
Jose Martinez reports on how Mission District vendors are reacting to legislation aimed at cracking down on vendors who sell stolen goods. 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
Wilson Walker reports on the intensity experts are predicting for this year's wildfire season. (6/4/2024)
CBS News Bay Area evening headlines for Tuesday , June 4, 2024. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
John Ramos reports on how Raimondi Park in Oakland got its name and its connection to Bay Area baseball.
A study published in Psychiatry Research shows that night owls may face higher rates of depression and anxiety. Dr. Jamie Zeitzer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford, explains how going to bed late could impact our mental health
The Trump conviction will have major implications for the former president and the country, says UC Law San Francisco professor Rory Little. (5-30-24)
A new study published in the journal eClinicalMedicine looks at how the frequency and intensity of nightmares and 'daymares' could be linked to lupus or other autoimmune diseases. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Dr. Rafael Pelayo from Stanford's Sleep Disorders Clinic about how certain chronic conditions could trigger more vivid and frequent nightmares
The CDC released a new report on the increase of drowning deaths after the COVID-19 pandemic. With summer right around the corner, CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto spoke to Dr. Ryan Ribeira from Stanford Health Care about what's driving the increase, and ways to protect you and your family.
The Food and Drug Administration approved a cell-based therapy for patients who have tried immunotherapy and have no other viable options. Stanford treated the first patient in the country using that therapy. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Dr. Allison Betof Warner from Stanford Health Care how the treatment works, and why it's considered such a breakthrough
Elizabeth Cook spoke with Dr. Heather Wakelee with Stanford thoracic oncology about a study showing most Asian American women with lung cancer have never smoked. (5-10-24)
A proposed new bill aimed at cracking down on the sale of stolen goods on San Francisco streets is being welcomed by legitimate vendors who sell their wares on Mission District street corners.
Kevin Newman and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. each hit two-run doubles and the Arizona Diamondbacks stretched their winning streak to four games with an 8-5 victory over the slumping San Francisco Giants.
A 13-year-old riding an e-bike in Millbrae was seriously injured after crashing into a truck on El Camino Real Tuesday afternoon.
Former President Donald Trump will be in San Francisco on Thursday for a fundraiser hosted by tech billionaires -- and a 33-foot-tall inflatable bird lookalike will greet him.
Police in San Mateo said they seized 140 pounds of illegal fireworks along with drugs after responding to a domestic disturbance over the weekend.
An 11-year-old girl died after drowning in Alameda Creek on Memorial Day, the Sheriff's Office said Tuesday.
George Kirby had nine strikeouts in five innings for his first win in nearly a month, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics 4-3 on Tuesday night. Oakland A's fall short in 4-3 loss to Mariners
While the Oakland Ballers Raimondi Park stadium may feel like something new, it's actually a rebirth of a proud legacy centering on one of the town's most famous baseball families.
The hot weather arrived with a vengeance Tuesday, with inland parts of the San Francisco Bay Area cooking under temperatures approaching 100 degrees.
The tide seems to be turning for sports in Oakland thanks to two friends who are betting everything on the idea that, if you build it, they will indeed come.
Seeking to address blight, city leaders in San Jose are considering a plan to hold owners of empty and abandoned buildings accountable.
A Monterey County suspect is facing possible robbery and attempted murder charges after a string of alleged crimes ended with police officers exchanging gunfire with him Monday evening on U.S. Highway 101 near Soledad.
Nearly 50 people suspected of sexual assault were arrested as part of a three-month operation conducted by San Jose police, the department announced Tuesday.
The inspiration behind a beloved American film character lives in Palo Alto. But as Perry the donkey ages, his medical bills grow with him.
A drag artist born and raised in the Bay Area has traveled the world sharing his unique take on the performance style by pulling from Bollywood and American pop music. During Pride month, he reflects on the journey to become his most authentic self after years of feeling like he didn't fit in his community.
Fire swept through an abandoned home in Vallejo overnight, damaging a neighboring house and leaving a family in that home displaced.
A man sent to state prison on a life sentence for child molestation was denied parole last week, according to the Napa County District Attorney's office.
Two men were arrested for allegedly staging a home invasion robbery at a Santa Rosa residence last week, according to police.
Part of the Bay Area will have a heat advisory in effect this week as a high-pressure system moves into the region from the Pacific.
A search for evidence of identity theft fraud turned up parts to firearms and equipment to manufacture firearms with a 3D printer, Santa Rosa police said Saturday.
The inspiration behind a beloved American film character lives in Palo Alto. But as Perry the donkey ages, his medical bills grow with him.
An affordable housing project in San Mateo County was devastated by a fire that broke out on Monday morning, halting the development of much-needed housing in the area.
A drag artist born and raised in the Bay Area has traveled the world sharing his unique take on the performance style by pulling from Bollywood and American pop music. During Pride month, he reflects on the journey to become his most authentic self after years of feeling like he didn't fit in his community.
Festa Italiana returns to San Francisco's North Beach this weekend celebrating the neighborhood and preserving the heritage of the community with food, music, shopping, and live entertainment.
A family business has brought the cuisine of Argentina to customers around the Bay Area for more than a decade and they are still eager to get more opportunities to share their food.
An 11-year-old girl died after drowning in Alameda Creek on Memorial Day, the Sheriff's Office said Tuesday.
George Kirby had nine strikeouts in five innings for his first win in nearly a month, and the Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics 4-3 on Tuesday night. Oakland A's fall short in 4-3 loss to Mariners
A proposed new bill aimed at cracking down on the sale of stolen goods on San Francisco streets is being welcomed by legitimate vendors who sell their wares on Mission District street corners.
Kevin Newman and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. each hit two-run doubles and the Arizona Diamondbacks stretched their winning streak to four games with an 8-5 victory over the slumping San Francisco Giants.
A 13-year-old riding an e-bike in Millbrae was seriously injured after crashing into a truck on El Camino Real Tuesday afternoon.
FDA advisers cited a variety of concerns with the trials submitted by Lykos Therapeutics as part of the application.
Poppi prebiotic soda is not as "gut healthy" as VNGR Beverage's advertising would lead one to believe, lawsuit alleges.
The FDA is investigating to see if tainted cucumber sample is related to an ongoing salmonella outbreak that has sickened 141.
Almost one in five survey responders had lost a family member or close friend to a drug overdose, researchers found.
The Misha knee system is an implantable tool that is a shock absorber for the knee.
A proposed new bill aimed at cracking down on the sale of stolen goods on San Francisco streets is being welcomed by legitimate vendors who sell their wares on Mission District street corners.
A Santa Rosa native and prominent rock climber has been sentenced to life in federal prison for sexual assaults he committed at Yosemite National Park, federal prosecutors said Tuesday.
Police in San Mateo said they seized 140 pounds of illegal fireworks along with drugs after responding to a domestic disturbance over the weekend.
A Monterey County suspect is facing possible robbery and attempted murder charges after a string of alleged crimes ended with police officers exchanging gunfire with him Monday evening on U.S. Highway 101 near Soledad.
Angela Averiett has been appointed to serve as the next police chief of San Leandro.
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.
A trend that started in New York City as a way to help young gender fluid and trans people of color find a safe space to be themselves is thriving in Oakland.
Itay Hod reports on the thriving Oakland "ballroom" scene that pits "houses" against each other in stylish competitions.
A drag artist born and raised in the Bay Area has traveled the world sharing his unique take on the performance style by pulling from Bollywood and American pop music. During Pride month, he reflects on the journey to become his most authentic self after years of feeling like he didn't fit in his community.
The annual celebration of LGBTQ+ people and culture begins June 1 against a complicated backdrop.
A proposed measure in California that would have required schools in California to notify parents if their child asks to change their gender identification at school has failed to qualify for the November ballot.
The northern lights were visible in the Bay Area thanks to a powerful geomagnetic storm.
Long-dormant Suicidal Tendencies side project Infectious Grooves featuring current Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo played a ferocious set for fans at the UC Theatre in Berkeley Saturday.
Bay Area pop-punk heroes Green Day played an intimate show at the Fillmore in San Francisco Tuesday for a UN-backed global climate concert.
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band played the first of two long-delayed, sold-out concerts at San Francisco's Chase Center Thursday, delivering an epic 29-song set.
Austin-bred band the Black Pumas brought their mix of soul, jazz funk and simmering R&B to the Fox Theatre in Oakland for a packed, sold-out show on Feb. 8.
Being in the foster care system can be tough for children, and it often doesn't become easier once they age out. But there are people trying to help them succeed.
A Mill Valley man known for his public art projects that bring his neighbors together is being honored for providing gifts to his community.
A first-of-its-kind San Francisco program that trains the next generation of makers is closed temporarily because of a fire, but Its founder is working to safely reopen as soon as possible.
A Pacifica woman is being recognized for leading an annual ocean education program at a coastal school for over 30 years.
A San Francisco native is helping keep alive the city's historic Japantown, one of only three left in the U.S.
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?
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.
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.