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U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi took a tour of Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay Thursday morning as part of President Donald Trump's directive to revert the popular tourist attraction to a federal penitentiary.
A Gilroy man who has been convicted for driving under the influence at least half a dozen times has been arrested for a 7th suspected DUI, deputies said.
The ex-wife of a University of California, Berkeley professor who was fatally shot during a visit to Greece earlier this month is among five people who have been charged in his killing, reports say.
The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office said that the Border Patrol conducted an operation at a local Home Depot parking lot Thursday morning.
California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned the Trump administration's decision, saying the state is "putting all options on the table" to challenge the "illegal" decision.
Airports, primarily on the East Coast, have seen a substantial spike in flight cancellations since the summer travel rush began this year compared to the same period in 2024.
The reported settlement comes a day after an $8 billion class-action lawsuit began in court.
The Bay Area has two theaters where tickets for "The Odyssey" in IMAX 70mm are on sale: AMC Metreon 16 and Regal Hacienda Crossings. The showtimes are at 2 p.m. on July 16, 2026, and 7 p.m. July 17-19, 2026, for both theaters.
Connie Francis was a wholesome pop star of the 1950s and '60s whose personal life was filled with heartbreak and tragedy.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi took a tour of Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay Thursday morning as part of President Donald Trump's directive to revert the popular tourist attraction to a federal penitentiary.
The Senate passed President Trump's request to rescind $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting funding early Thursday and sent it back to the House ahead of a Friday deadline.
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi called the plan to reopen Alcatraz as a prison the Trump administration's "stupidest initiative yet" ahead of a visit by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum.
Maurene Comey is the daughter of former FBI director James Comey, who was terminated by President Trump in 2017.
President Trump said the ongoing controversy over his administration's handling of information related to child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "Hoax" and "bulls***."
Nneka Ogwumike scored 22 points to move into sixth place on the WNBA's all-time scoring list and the Seattle Storm beat the Golden State Valkyries 67-58.
Kyle Schwarber went 3 for 3 in the first All-Star Game home run swing-off to put the National League ahead 4-3 following a 6-6 tie in which the American League rallied from a six-run deficit.
Golden State is 2-0 against the Storm, and they won overwhelmingly in their last match-up, 84-57.
FIFA announced Tuesday details of a ticket lottery for the upcoming 2026 World Cup being held in North America, which includes matches being held in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Alyssa Thomas made a free throw with a second remaining to give the Phoenix Mercury a 78-77 victory over the Golden State Valkyries on Monday night.
Along San Francisco's Embarcadero, a groundbreaking experiment is revealing promising results.
Off the coast of California, south of Salinas and located at the base of the Santa Lucia Mountains, clusters of high-quality pinot noir and chardonnay grapes ripen in the cooling fog, warming sun and perfect soil.
Emperor penguins live in some of the most remote and environmentally pristine regions in the world. But that doesn't mean they're safe from the impacts of a warming planet.
Emperor penguins may live in some of the most remote and environmentally pristine regions in the world, but that doesn't mean they're safe from the impacts of a warming planet.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Expect another day of mild conditions in the Bay Area on Thursday, with highs ranging from the 60s along the coast, to the lower 80s inland. Cooler than normal temperatures are expected to continue into next week. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
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On Wednesday, expect temperatures cooler than seasonal norms away from the coast, with inland highs reaching the upper 70s and low 80s. Expect a slight warmup heading into the weekend. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
After a cloudy start, expect mild and breezy conditions on Tuesday, with highs ranging from the 60s along the coast, to the 80s inland. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
After what happened in Esparto and the large response that followed, CBS News California looked back at another large fireworks-related explosion in California to get an idea of how the investigation in Yolo County may develop.
The California Department of Insurance has commissioned a task force to develop a first-in-the-nation smoke damage standard that could be the blueprint for a national standard.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News California Investigates, the California Insurance Commissioner announced a formal Market Conduct Examination of State Farm.
Nancy Pelosi called the plan to reopen Alcatraz as a prison the Trump administration's "stupidest initiative yet" ahead of a visit by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum.
Attorney General Pam Bondi and Interior Secretary Doug Burgrum toured Alcatraz on Thursday, as the Trump administration continues its push to covert the island, which is now a national park, back into a prison.
The ex-wife of a University of California, Berkeley professor who was gunned down during a visit to Greece earlier this month is among five people who have been charged in his killing, reports say.
Expect another day of mild conditions in the Bay Area on Thursday, with highs ranging from the 60s along the coast, to the lower 80s inland. Cooler than normal temperatures are expected to continue into next week. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Two members of President Trump's cabinet are possibly visiting Alcatraz on Thursday as the administration looks at reopening the landmark in the middle of San Francisco Bay as a prison. Kevin Ko reports.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi called the plan to reopen Alcatraz as a prison the Trump administration's "stupidest initiative yet" ahead of a visit by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum.
The Bay Area has two theaters where tickets for "The Odyssey" in IMAX 70mm are on sale: AMC Metreon 16 and Regal Hacienda Crossings. The showtimes are at 2 p.m. on July 16, 2026, and 7 p.m. July 17-19, 2026, for both theaters.
Along San Francisco's Embarcadero, a groundbreaking experiment is revealing promising results.
Golden State is 2-0 against the Storm, and they won overwhelmingly in their last match-up, 84-57.
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus made her first court appearance after a civil grand jury accused her of misconduct.
The ex-wife of a University of California, Berkeley professor who was fatally shot during a visit to Greece earlier this month is among five people who have been charged in his killing, reports say.
Roughly a month and a half after an Oakland teacher was killed by a speeding driver trying to flee police, Oakland took steps to slow down drivers.
The Bay Area has two theaters where tickets for "The Odyssey" in IMAX 70mm are on sale: AMC Metreon 16 and Regal Hacienda Crossings. The showtimes are at 2 p.m. on July 16, 2026, and 7 p.m. July 17-19, 2026, for both theaters.
On Wednesday evening, the public was eager to get a look at a redevelopment proposal for its marina that had some people excited and others skeptical.
An East Bay man who's run a homeless ministry for years gives away his own bed and the roof over his head to serve the unhoused.
A Gilroy man who has been convicted for driving under the influence at least half a dozen times has been arrested for a 7th suspected DUI, deputies said.
A San Jose business owner was identified as the person who died in an arson fire Sunday that destroyed the building where his company was located.
A former bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church pleaded guilty in connection with a scheme using church properties throughout California to fraudulently obtain millions of dollars in loans, federal prosecutors said.
Since California Bill AB 3059, also known as the Human Milk Bill, passed a few months ago, the milk bank has seen greater demand from hospitals, especially in the Bay Area.
First responders were unable to safely search the burning building on Sunday, but police said there were "multiple indicators" that a victim was inside.
A Napa woman whose children died in a crash back in March now faces murder charges in connection with their deaths, the Napa County District Attorney's Office said.
A California woman and her mother were arrested after police said an infant was exposed to fentanyl during an incident over the weekend.
Authorities on Tuesday morning released the names of two people who died in separate drowning cases in Sonoma County over the weekend.
A man was arrested in Solano County over the weekend after authorities said they found bags of stolen mail and other items in his vehicle.
Police in Vallejo said Monday that a recent traffic collision led to the arrest of a suspect in multiple robberies, including the alleged theft of more than $2,500 in collectible Pokémon cards.
An East Bay man who's run a homeless ministry for years gives away his own bed and the roof over his head to serve the unhoused.
When they took him home, the similarities between the two dogs became more and more obvious, including the way they communicated.
Since California Bill AB 3059, also known as the Human Milk Bill, passed a few months ago, the milk bank has seen greater demand from hospitals, especially in the Bay Area.
At Tuesday afternoon's meeting, the Oakland City Council approved a new ordinance that would allow its animal shelter to refuse unwanted or abandoned pets being surrendered to their care.
One resident living in an RV said it gives him independence, without relying on government services. But he is worried about what will happen when he has to comply with the proposed two-hour limit on RV parking.
A Gilroy man who has been convicted for driving under the influence at least half a dozen times has been arrested for a 7th suspected DUI, deputies said.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi took a tour of Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay Thursday morning as part of President Donald Trump's directive to revert the popular tourist attraction to a federal penitentiary.
The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office said that the Border Patrol conducted an operation at a local Home Depot parking lot Thursday morning.
The ex-wife of a University of California, Berkeley professor who was fatally shot during a visit to Greece earlier this month is among five people who have been charged in his killing, reports say.
Airports, primarily on the East Coast, have seen a substantial spike in flight cancellations since the summer travel rush began this year compared to the same period in 2024.
One San Francisco-based company aims to find a sustainable alternative by creating plant-based salmon, and with its recent FDA approval, the founders are even more optimistic about the future.
Many Southeast, Southern and West Coast states are likely seeing an increase in COVID cases.
While most high school students are enjoying their summer vacation, a group of East Bay teens decided they would rather spend their free time in the classroom and try to perfect their latest invention.
Stanford researchers have discovered a breakthrough technology that shrinks and removes blood clots to treat strokes, heart attacks, and other clot-related diseases.
A growing number of young adults are grappling with a health issue they once thought was decades away: hearing loss.
A Gilroy man who has been convicted for driving under the influence at least half a dozen times has been arrested for a 7th suspected DUI, deputies said.
The ex-wife of a University of California, Berkeley professor who was fatally shot during a visit to Greece earlier this month is among five people who have been charged in his killing, reports say.
A Napa woman whose children died in a crash back in March now faces murder charges in connection with their deaths, the Napa County District Attorney's Office said.
A San Jose business owner was identified as the person who died in an arson fire Sunday that destroyed the building where his company was located.
A former bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church pleaded guilty in connection with a scheme using church properties throughout California to fraudulently obtain millions of dollars in loans, federal prosecutors said.
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 Bay Area mother and her adult son are recalling with pride their family journey in a lesbian household that bucked traditional expectations of masculinity.
San Francisco International Airport has been declared among the world's "most beautiful" for its design of Harvey Milk Terminal 1, which was completed last year.
Hope, Love, Pride — A Celebration will showcase live reporting from the parade route, special guests in studio, and stories from throughout Pride month that feature people from the Bay Area's LGBTQ community.
The Dyke March was back in San Francisco and after a six-year hiatus, new organizers came together to put on the event.
On the edge of Oakland, right by the bay, something fabulous is afoot.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
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.
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.