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Protests in San Francisco denouncing California ICE raids held for second day
Hundreds marched again in San Francisco to protest the ongoing ICE raids in California, the second day of largely peaceful protests marred by incidents of violence and arrests.
Redwood City police arrest 2 suspected in $200K rug store heist; 3rd suspect sought
Police in Redwood City announced the arrests of two people who are suspected of stealing nearly $200,000 in items from a local rug store last week.
Leaders of SF-based sex-focused wellness company convicted of forced labor
The leaders of a sex-focused women's wellness company that promoted "orgasmic meditation" have been convicted of federal forced labor charges.
Paramount to cut 3.5% of its workforce amid economic, media challenges
Paramount layoffs come as media giant prepares to merge with movie studio Skydance Media.
RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vaccine advisory committee
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Justin Baldoni's lawsuit against Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds dismissed
Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against his "It Ends With Us" co-star, Blake Lively, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, was dismissed by a judge on Monday.
Sly Stone, frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82
Sly Stone, the musician known for his own brand of funk with Sly and the Family Stone, has died at 82.
Golden State Valkyries beat the Sparks 89-81 as Thornton takes over in OT
Janelle Salaun had 21 points and eight rebounds, Kayla Thornton made a 3-pointer with 37.9 seconds left in overtime, and the Golden State Valkyries beat the Los Angeles Sparks 89-81.
SF mayor proposes 2-hour parking limit for RVs, expansion of homelessness outreach
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie unveiled a new proposal Tuesday to restrict long-term parking by recreational vehicles to two hours and expand outreach to unhoused persons living out of their vehicles.
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Protests in San Francisco denouncing California ICE raids held for second day
Hundreds marched again in San Francisco to protest the ongoing ICE raids in California, the second day of largely peaceful protests marred by incidents of violence and arrests.
Dozens arrested following ICE protests in SF; 2 officers hurt, buildings vandalized
More than 150 were arrested at immigration enforcement protests in San Francisco's Financial District Sunday evening, with police officers injured and significant property damage left behind, authorities said.
Lawyer calls Berkeley's surprise homeless sweep "a page out of the Trump playbook"
The city cleared the camp less than a week before a federal court hearing, and a federal judge isn't happy, saying that not only were tents trashed in the operation, but so was the right to due process.
RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vaccine advisory committee
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
SF preps for more anti-ICE protests following demonstrations that turned violent
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie and city officials announced preparations for more protests after police arrested 154 people Sunday night when an anti-ICE demonstration turned violent on city streets.
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Golden State Valkyries beat the Sparks 89-81 as Thornton takes over in OT
Janelle Salaun had 21 points and eight rebounds, Kayla Thornton made a 3-pointer with 37.9 seconds left in overtime, and the Golden State Valkyries beat the Los Angeles Sparks 89-81.
Yastrzemski knocks in 3 runs as Giants sweep struggling Braves with a 4-3 win
Mike Yastrzemski drove in three runs as the San Francisco Giants extended their winning streak to five games with a 4-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves.
Cowser hits tiebreaking HR as Orioles beat Athletics 7-4
Colton Cowser hit a tiebreaking 455-foot home run in the sixth inning and the Baltimore Orioles held on to beat the Athletics 7-4.
Sovereignty wins the 157th running of the Belmont Stakes
The race marked a kind of replay of the Kentucky Derby. Sovereignty finished in first, Journalism ended up in second again and Baeza was third — the same 1-2-3 as the Derby.
Valkyries snap 4-game skid with 95-68 win over Aces
Kayla Thornton had 22 points and 11 rebounds, Veronica Burton and Monique Billings also had double-doubles and the Golden State Valkyries beat the Las Vegas Aces 95-68 on Saturday to snap a four-game losing streak.
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San Francisco beats Los Angeles in international City Nature Challenge
The City Nature Challenge began 10 years ago as a friendly competition between two cities: San Francisco and Los Angeles. Today, it's an international event that involves almost 670 cities and metro areas across six continents.
Oakland shop teams up with Warriors on making sneakers more sustainable
Americans throw away tens of millions of pairs every year. These shoes are not biodegradable. Most end up in landfills, where they contaminate soil and groundwater.
Warming rivers threaten fly fishing industry in California, across country
California is one of the top fly-fishing destinations of the nation, especially when it comes to wild trout. But as climate change continues to warm our rivers, the pressure is growing on California's cold-water fish.
California winemakers embrace sustainable bottles made from recycled cardboard
With great soil, foggy mornings, and cool afternoon winds, Monterey County is the perfect place to grow quality wine grapes. Now, winemakers have a greener way to package their wine.
Scientists seek to bring San Francisco's aging seawall to life
The San Francisco Embarcadero is full of eye-catching destinations: from Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, the Exploratorium, and the iconic Ferry Building to name just a few iconic stops.
Catalina Island's biodiversity facing threat from gillnets, scientists warn
With thousands of plant and animal species, including dozens found nowhere else on Earth, Catalina is a world-class diving destination. Yet scientists warn this underwater paradise faces a growing threat.
Arctic ice approaches historic low, impacting habitat for polar bears
At the edge of the Arctic in northern Canada, the annual migration of polar bears draws tourists, photographers, and scientists like Geoff York.
Bay Area startup looks to seaweed as a possible solution to plastic pollution
Plastic waste is a huge problem, with bags and packaging a major culprit. A Bay Area startup has figured out a way to replace these plastics, with a plant that grows abundantly off the coast.
Report shows Petaluma's reusable purple cup test was a success
Petaluma's experiment with reusable cups last fall was a resounding success according to a newly released report on the project.
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Tuesday morning First Alert Weather forecast 6//10/25
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz says the fog along the coast will linger and temperatures will remain below average, but changes are coming this week.
First Alert Weather Monday evening forecast 6-9-25
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Monday afternoon First Alert Weather forecast
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz says the fog and overcast along the coast were sticking around while inland areas saw plenty of afternoon sun.
First Alert Sunday evening weather forecast 6/8/2025
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California bill targeting anti-aging skincare sales to minors dies without vote | "Sephora kids" investigation
CBS News California's Julie Watts and her daughter's fifth-grade class go undercover shopping and head to the State Capitol to investigate how the skincare industry makes billions by selling potentially harmful products to tweens.
Skincare industry profits from marketing products tweens shouldn't use
A CBS News Confirmed analysis of a dozen skincare influencers' accounts found that many featured ingredients not suitable for kids and were undisclosed brand partnerships or sponsored posts.
What are lawmakers doing to fix California's insurance and why is it taking so long?
FAIR plan problems are nothing new, but suddenly, everyone is paying attention to California’s insurance crisis. Are we any closer to a fix? CBS News California investigates the flood of insurance-related bills in the aftermath of the L.A. fires and why it’s taken so long for lawmakers to take action.
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ICE protests in L.A. enter 5th day as more National Guard members deployed
Los Angeles was bracing for a fifth day of protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids and arrests. Danya Bacchus reports the protests are also spreading to other cities.
Tuesday morning First Alert Weather forecast 6//10/25
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz says the fog along the coast will linger and temperatures will remain below average, but changes are coming this week.
Large SF Police presence at Market, Polk streets on 2nd day of ICE raid protests
Sara Donchey reports on the second day of protests held in SF against ICE raids in California. 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
First Alert Weather Monday evening forecast 6-9-25
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PIX Now evening edition 6-9-25
CBS News Bay Area evening edition headlines for June 9, 2025. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
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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
UC Berkeley professor on Silicon Valley's influence in potential Harris-Trump matchup
Vice President Kamala Harris has announced her bid for the White House and has appeared to fend off any challengers for the Democratic nomination. CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks UC Berkeley Haas School of Business professor Olaf Groth, PhD, which candidate will get support from Silicon Valley
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Redwood City police arrest 2 suspected in $200K rug store heist; 3rd suspect sought
Police in Redwood City announced the arrests of two people who are suspected of stealing nearly $200,000 in items from a local rug store last week.
SF mayor proposes 2-hour parking limit for RVs, expansion of homelessness outreach
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie unveiled a new proposal Tuesday to restrict long-term parking by recreational vehicles to two hours and expand outreach to unhoused persons living out of their vehicles.
Former Caltrain employee who admitted to building homes inside stations sentenced
A former Caltrain employee has been sentenced after being convicted for his role in a scheme where he built homes inside stations, including one for himself, prosecutors said.
Protests in San Francisco denouncing California ICE raids held for second day
Hundreds marched again in San Francisco to protest the ongoing ICE raids in California, the second day of largely peaceful protests marred by incidents of violence and arrests.
Dozens arrested following ICE protests in SF; 2 officers hurt, buildings vandalized
More than 150 were arrested at immigration enforcement protests in San Francisco's Financial District Sunday evening, with police officers injured and significant property damage left behind, authorities said.
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Lawyer calls Berkeley's surprise homeless sweep "a page out of the Trump playbook"
The city cleared the camp less than a week before a federal court hearing, and a federal judge isn't happy, saying that not only were tents trashed in the operation, but so was the right to due process.
"Major medical emergency" temporarily shuts North Berkeley station
What was described as a "major medical emergency" at the North Berkeley BART station led to major delays on the Richmond line Monday morning, the agency said.
Preliminary 3.4 magnitude earthquake strikes near Pinole, USGS says
A preliminary 3.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Vallejo Sunday night, according to the United States Geological Survey.
Wanted registered sex offender arrested in Vallejo for setting man on fire, assaulting woman
A wanted registered sex offender was arrested on attempted murder charges after a man suffered severe burns in a fire and a woman reported she was sexually assaulted early last month, the Vallejo Police Department said.
Family, community mourn Oakland teacher killed by vehicle fleeing CHP
Family, friends, and students gathered Friday afternoon to honor the life of Dr. Marvin Boomer Jr., an East Oakland high school teacher who was killed in a crash last month.
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Driver killed in fiery crash east of San Jose near Mount Hamilton
One person died when a vehicle crashed into a wall along state Highway 130 near Mount Hamilton east of San Jose on Monday night, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Man killed in San Jose shooting on Camden Avenue
A suspect is behind bars and a man is dead following a shooting in San Jose late Friday night, police said.
San Jose police make arrest in Los Gatos Creek Trail sexual assaults
Police in San Jose arrested a man Thursday suspected in two sexual assaults that took place along the Los Gatos Creek Trail a day earlier.
Mobile art display "Freak Family Roadshow" tours Bay Area
Have you ever felt like you don't fit in with your own family? An art display on wheels that has been on the move all over the Bay Area might be the attraction for you.
2 suspects arrested in San Jose shooting, armed robbery; 1 suspect remains on the run
Two suspects were arrested in connection with a shooting and armed robbery in San Jose in March, police said on Thursday.
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Bicyclist severely injured in collision with pickup truck in Santa Rosa
A bicyclist was severely hurt after getting hit by a pickup truck in Santa Rosa Monday morning, authorities said.
Immigrants, supporters march to California Capitol in protest of Trump administration's deportation arrests
A group of North Bay immigrants and their supporters began a march this weekend from Vacaville to the California State Capitol to add their voices to a growing wave of defiance toward the Trump administration's deportation arrests.
High school students build tiny homes to help solve Marin County's housing crisis
As housing prices continue to soar across the Bay Area, more residents are turning to accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as a potential solution to the ongoing housing shortage.
Hitchhiker suspected of attacking driver dies after confrontation with Mendocino Co. deputies
Authorities on the Northern California coast said a hitchhiker suspected of assaulting a driver who gave him a ride died after a confrontation with deputies Thursday night.
California Forever offers Suisun City $1.5 million for some downtown properties
The Solano County land acquisition firm California Forever made an unsolicited offer to purchase up to $1.5 million worth of property owned by Suisun City in a formal letter to the city this week.
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Lawyer calls Berkeley's surprise homeless sweep "a page out of the Trump playbook"
The city cleared the camp less than a week before a federal court hearing, and a federal judge isn't happy, saying that not only were tents trashed in the operation, but so was the right to due process.
High school students build tiny homes to help solve Marin County's housing crisis
As housing prices continue to soar across the Bay Area, more residents are turning to accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as a potential solution to the ongoing housing shortage.
Chase Center serving Filipino flavor to Warriors and Valkyries fans
San Francisco's Chase Center is keeping extra busy these days as the new home of the WNBA's Golden State Valkyries. But while the action heats up on the court, the arena continues to bring fans a familiar taste of the Bay Area.
Livermore family, community rally for release of man taken by ICE agents
Family members of a Livermore man are fighting to bring a beloved husband and father home.
Berkeley homeless encampment cleared in surprise sweep
No notice was given that the sweep was coming and advocates said it's a reflection of the public's changing attitudes about the homeless.
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Redwood City police arrest 2 suspected in $200K rug store heist; 3rd suspect sought
Police in Redwood City announced the arrests of two people who are suspected of stealing nearly $200,000 in items from a local rug store last week.
SF mayor proposes 2-hour parking limit for RVs, expansion of homelessness outreach
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie unveiled a new proposal Tuesday to restrict long-term parking by recreational vehicles to two hours and expand outreach to unhoused persons living out of their vehicles.
Former Caltrain employee who admitted to building homes inside stations sentenced
A former Caltrain employee has been sentenced after being convicted for his role in a scheme where he built homes inside stations, including one for himself, prosecutors said.
Driver killed in fiery crash east of San Jose near Mount Hamilton
One person died when a vehicle crashed into a wall along state Highway 130 near Mount Hamilton east of San Jose on Monday night, according to the California Highway Patrol.
OpenAI tools ChatGPT, Sora image generator are down
ChatGPT maker OpenAI suffered an outage that took its generative AI tools down on Tuesday.
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RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vaccine advisory committee
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Will norovirus surge early again this year? CDC urges tracking of new strain
The norovirus strain GII.17 may have disrupted the seasonal pattern of outbreaks.
Richmond refinery experiences flaring, no emergency response needed, Chevron says
The Chevron Richmond refinery is flaring, forcing a Community Warning System (CWS) Level 1 notification on Saturday, the refinery said in a post on Facebook.
Trump administration ending multiple HIV vaccine studies
"This is a setback of probably a decade for HIV vaccine research," one scientist said.
Bay Area resident may have exposed others to measles after travel, officials warn
Health officials in two Bay Area counties warned about a potential exposure to measles involving a resident who tested positive for the virus after traveling.
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Redwood City police arrest 2 suspected in $200K rug store heist; 3rd suspect sought
Police in Redwood City announced the arrests of two people who are suspected of stealing nearly $200,000 in items from a local rug store last week.
Former Caltrain employee who admitted to building homes inside stations sentenced
A former Caltrain employee has been sentenced after being convicted for his role in a scheme where he built homes inside stations, including one for himself, prosecutors said.
Wanted registered sex offender arrested in Vallejo for setting man on fire, assaulting woman
A wanted registered sex offender was arrested on attempted murder charges after a man suffered severe burns in a fire and a woman reported she was sexually assaulted early last month, the Vallejo Police Department said.
Man killed in San Jose shooting on Camden Avenue
A suspect is behind bars and a man is dead following a shooting in San Jose late Friday night, police said.
Hitchhiker suspected of attacking driver dies after confrontation with Mendocino Co. deputies
Authorities on the Northern California coast said a hitchhiker suspected of assaulting a driver who gave him a ride died after a confrontation with deputies Thursday night.
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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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Redwood City Pride event marred by attack; 2 teens accused of hate crime
Two teens were arrested on suspicion of assault and a hate crime following an attack at a Pride Month event in Redwood City on Wednesday.
2025 Pride celebrations go ahead despite corporate exodus
The organizers of prominent Pride celebrations saw huge sponsorship drop-offs this year, a pattern seen as a response to the Trump administration.
WorldPride is in D.C. this year, prompting fears for some LGBTQ people
WorldPride is in D.C. this year, leaving the LGBTQ community conflicted about showing up to the nation's capital amid an administration that has targeted them.
Chinatown Pride returns to San Francisco despite funding cuts
Memorial Day weekend is filled with events around the Bay Area. But in San Francisco's Chinatown, a fairly new event will look to bring together community and culture.
San Francisco couple is optimistic Pope Leo will promote inclusion
While Catholics around the world celebrated the election of Pope Leo XIV, a couple in San Francisco is hopeful that he will bring about change that they say is long overdue.
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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.
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.
Photos: Songwriter Lucinda Williams dazzles at Stern Grove
Grammy-winning country-blues songwriter Lucinda Williams and her band put on a show-stopping performance at Stern Grove in San Francisco on Sunday, Aug. 18.
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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.