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Fate Of America’s Cup In Hands Of SF Supervisor’s Committee
February 23, 2012
A San Francisco Board of Supervisors committee is once again parsing through the contract between America’s Cup officials and the city to host the event next year. KCBS’ Barbara Taylor reports that this comes a week after some supervisors turned their support against the proposal. -
Sheriff Mirkarimi’s Lawyer Argues For Key Evidence To Be Thrown Out
February 23, 2012
San Francisco Sheriff Ross Mirkarimi was back in court on Wednesday, preparing for his trial on domestic violence charges. KCBS' Doug Sovern has more from the Hall of Justice, where Mirkarimi's attorney is trying to get some key evidence thrown out. -
California Attorney General Secures Agreement To Protect Mobile App Users
February 22, 2012
State Attorney General Kamala Harris has reached an agreement with six companies to improve privacy protections for consumers who access the Internet through mobile apps. KCBS’ Anna Duckworth reports that the goal is for the companies to comply with the California Online Privacy Protection Act. -
California Faculty Association Authorizes Strike Vote For CSU
February 22, 2012
For the second time in four months, California State University faculty are being asked to vote on a possible statewide strike. KCBS’ Matt Bigler reports that faculty will vote in mid-April. -
11th Hour Reprieve For San Francisco Foreclosure Victim
February 22, 2012
A reprieve for a San Francisco woman who was facing eviction from her home today. KCBS's Janice Wright reports the life preserver was thrown her way just hours before sheriff's deputies were expected to arrive. -
California Diabetes Care Blasted By Health Advocates
February 22, 2012
The independent state agency charged with advocating for health care consumers in California is issuing its newest report card. KCBS' Susan Leigh Taylor tells us, our HMO's and PPO's have improved when it comes to diabetes care, but there's still plenty of room for improvement. -
Reported Gunman Causes Oakland School To Lock Down
February 22, 2012
A school in Oakland was locked down this morning following reports of a man with a gun. KCBS' Margie Shafer reports from the Maxwell Park International Academy. -
San Jose May Weaken Pension Reform Measure For Ballot
February 22, 2012
In an effort to blunt a fierce political fight over pension reform, San Jose city leaders are offering to soften a retirement reform measure before it goes on the June ballot. KCBS’s Matt Bigler reports from our Silicon Valley Bureau. -
Berkeley Police Response Time Under Scrutiny In Hills Murder
February 22, 2012
The man accused of killing a Berkeley hills man outside his home Saturday night will make an appearance in court today. Meanwhile, KCBS' Janice Wright reports there is new information about the time lapse in police response. -
Preservationists Accuse San Jose Of Neglecting Historical Homes
February 22, 2012
Preservationists in San Jose say the city isn't doing enough to protect historic structures. KCBS' Mike Colgan says the criticism follows a fire last week that heavily damaged a house that belonged to one of the city's pioneer families. -
Vallejo Anti-Violence Nonprofit Expands
February 22, 2012
Fighting Back Partnership in Vallejo has been serving the community for nearly two decades, battling drug and crime issues. KCBS’ Dave Padilla reports the non-profit is now extending its outreach to serve veterans who’ve fallen on hard times. -
Cover Story: Oakland Rapper Preaches Non-Violence
February 22, 2012
New generation of role models is being welcomed by outreach organizations in violent and impoverished neighborhoods. Margie Shafer reports from Oakland for this KCBS Cover Story, where a rapper with a troubled past is singing a message of hope. -
Tuskegee Airmen Honored In San Francisco
February 22, 2012
Several Tuskegee Airmen were in San Francisco last night to attend a screening of a documentary that tells the story of the country's first ever African American military pilots. KCBS' Anna Duckworth reports more than 400 people crowded into Union Square's Lorraine Hansberry theater to hear the men in their own words. -
SF MTA Considers Muni Service Cuts
February 22, 2012
San Francisco's Municipal Transportation Agency has a $53 million budget hole to fill over the next two years, and Barbara Taylor reports from the KCBS City Hall Bureau even Muni service cuts will be on the table. -
Field Poll: Santorum’s Popularity Takes Off In Calfornia
February 22, 2012
Republican presidential candidate Rick Santorum is seeing a stunning surge in support in California, according to the latest Field Poll. KCBS reporter Doug Sovern says the former Pennsylvania senator has gone from an asterisk to a close second place, behind Mitt Romney. -
Contra Costa Supervisors Consider Church Sanctuary Proposal
February 22, 2012
An unincorporated part of Walnut Creek was the center of a long appeals hearing on Tuesday in front of Contra Costa County supervisors. KCBS’ Dave Padilla reports the issue surrounds a proposed $20 million church sanctuary. -
Berkeley Law To Protect Harassed, Assaulted Cyclists
February 21, 2012
Cyclists in Berkeley now have civil recourse against people who harass them. KCBS’ Margie Shafer reports that the city is the second in the nation to provide such recourse for bicyclists. -
San Jose High School Students Shocked By Racist Graffiti In Classroom
February 21, 2012
Students at a San Jose high school are shocked and saddened by racist and inflammatory graffiti that showed up in some of their classrooms. KCBS’ Matt Bigler reports that school officials are trying to determine exactly who the “bad taggers” were. -
Backers Of Proposition 8 Want SF Appeals Court To Review Case
February 21, 2012
Backers of California's same-sex marriage ban will ask a federal appeals court in San Francisco to review the split decision by three of its judges that struck down the voter-approved law. Professor of Law at Hastings College of Law Rory Little weighs in on Tuesday’s decision. -
Alameda County Agency’s Leaders To Face Charges Over Misuse Of Funds
February 21, 2012
The husband and wife team who used to run a soon-to-be-defunct Alameda County social services agency have been charged with misuse of public funds and grand theft. KCBS’ Bob Melrose reports that the couple may have taken as much as a million dollars in cash -
Big Crowds Expected For Fillmore District Mardi Gras Celebration
February 21, 2012
Thousands of people are expected to line the streets in San Francisco’s Fillmore neighborhood to celebrate Fat Tuesday. KCBS’ Mark Seelig reports that the neighborhood has deep roots in southern culture. -
Santa Cruz Skier Survives Avalanche, Thanks Backpack for Saving Life
February 21, 2012
KCBS' Matt Bigler reports a professional skier from Santa Cruz is lucky to be alive after surviving an avalanche in Washington. -
Apple To Allow Environmental Audit of Two of Its Chinese Plants
February 21, 2012
KCBS' Matt Bigler reports Apple is under scrutiny after claims two of its Chinese plants have leaked toxic waste into rivers and lakes. -
SJPD Chief Attends Broadband Safety Bill Signing In Washington
February 21, 2012
KCBS' Matt Bigler reports San Jose's police chief will be at the White House for the signing of a major public safety communications law. -
Bill To Reveal Big Money Behind CA Campaign Ads Gets Second Shot
February 21, 2012
KCBS' Doug Sovern reports a Republican state assemblyman has rewritten a bill to expose the largest funders of political campaign ads.
Gov. Brown Vows To Help Battle Port Of Oakland Shutdowns
Governor Jerry Brown said that it won’t take the National Guard, but he’s ready to help Oakland Mayor Jean Quan keep the port open the next time Occupy Oakland tries to shut it down. The end of year meeting with reporters was the first time that Brown spoke out on the Occupy movement.
San Francisco Gets High-Tech New Crime Fighting Tools
San Francisco city staff members patrolling high crime areas as community ambassadors are now being equipped with high tech tools.
Mineta San Jose Airport Courts Flights To Shed ‘Lonely’ Status
Mineta San Jose International, which just last week was named the loneliest airport for Thanksgiving travel, is pulling out all the stops to attract more flights and passengers.
Bay Area Winter Spare The Air Season Begins
Winter is approaching, which means it’s time for us all to think about air quality, as Winter Spare the Air season officially begins Tuesday.
Some San Franciscans Baffled By Ranked Choice Voting System
Next week, San Francisco voters will elect a new mayor with a system many of them still don’t quite understand.
Occupy San Jose Protester Climbs City Hall Ledge; 5 Arrested
A protester with “Occupy San Jose” climbed to the top of a large wall outside City Hall early Monday morning to protest the continued removal of protesters from the plaza below, police and protesters said.
San Francisco Public Nudity Hearing Gets Bare Bones Response
Only two people turned out to testify Thursday before the supervisors, as they considered legislation to outline the guidelines for baring it all.
Last Segment Of New Bay Bridge Suspension Deck Ready To Be Installed
The last – and most challenging – piece of the new Bay Bridge suspension span deck is about to be put into place.
20 Years Later, East Bay Hills Less Susceptible To Firestorms
Twenty years ago Thursday, a hillside fire blown out of control by hot, dry winds killed 25 people and destroyed more than 3,000 homes in the Oakland and Berkeley hills.
Bachmann Criticizes Occupy Movement In Latest Bay Area Visit
GOP presidential candidate Michele Bachmann brought her struggling campaign back to the Bay Area Thursday for fundraising and an address at San Francisco’s Commowealth club.
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