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Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
Parents meet Oakland 911 dispatcher who talked them through emergency home delivery
An Oakland Fire Department dispatcher was honored on Friday in a ceremony where she met the parents of a baby she calmly helped deliver over the phone when the mother unexpectedly went into labor.
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U.S. preparing for potential use of ground troops in Iran
It is unclear under what circumstances President Trump would authorize the use of U.S. troops on the ground in Iran.
CBS News Radio to shut down after nearly a century of broadcasting
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bay Lights display returns to Bay Bridge in grand lighting ceremony. Here's how to watch.
Illuminate, the nonprofit hosting the event, said founder Ben Davis, and the artist behind The Bay Lights, Leo Villareal, will be in attendance and speak ahead of the grand relighting.
Cooler temperatures ahead as Bay Area begins spring with more record heat
The Bay Area and Central Coast are expected to see one more day of record hot temperatures before relief arrives, as an unprecedented March heat wave entered its fifth day on Friday.
Foster City hit by ransomware attack, plans to declare state of emergency
The community of Foster City on the Peninsula announced that they have been hit by a cybersecurity breach and are planning to declare a state of emergency.
Santa Clara falls to Kentucky in overtime March Madness thriller
Santa Clara was seeking its first tournament win since 1996, when future NBA MVP Steve Nash was a senior.
Shark attack reported off Northern California beach; surfer injured, beach closed
A surfer in Northern California was injured in a reported shark attack off a public beach, prompting the temporary closure of the beach, authorities said.
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CBS California to host live Governor's Debate with top candidates
Just months remain until the California gubernatorial election, and CBS California is teaming up with local organizations for a live debate with the race's top candidates.
Eric Swalwell's landlord says he lives in California after Tom Steyer questioned his eligibility to run for governor
Rep. Eric Swalwell's landlord submitted a sworn declaration that he lives at her California property after rival gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer questioned his residency and eligibility to run for governor, CBS News California has exclusively learned.
California Democrats clash as party chair urges weaker governor candidates to drop out
California Democrats are showing signs of division as the race to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom grows increasingly crowded ahead of the June primary.
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California is holding $15 billion in unclaimed property. Other states automatically return the money.
CBS News California Investigates found that food banks, children's hospitals and charities are owed thousands of dollars sitting in the state's unclaimed property system, while other states automatically send checks to return the money.
Hundreds of California business registrations may be fraudulent, investigation finds
Identity theft experts say criminals are creating fake business entities by targeting a specific population: legal immigrants.
Mounting claims of identity theft by Uber drivers raise passenger safety concerns
The allegations surfaced after several people across the country reported receiving tax forms showing income from Uber, despite never signing up to drive for the company.
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U.S. preparing for potential use of ground troops in Iran
It is unclear under what circumstances President Trump would authorize the use of U.S. troops on the ground in Iran.
FCC approves Nexstar's purchase of Tegna hours after lawsuits sought to block deal
The FCC announced Thursday that it had approved the $6.2 billion merger of major broadcast station owners Nexstar and Tegna.
California moves to rename Cesar Chavez Day as "Farmworkers Day" amid abuse allegations
Lawmakers in the California state legislature said they are moving to designate "Farmworkers Day" as a state holiday following sexual abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez.
Alameda County labor leaders launch campaign for $30 an hour minimum wage
Voters in Alameda County may decide on a proposal later this year that would raise the county's minimum wage to $30 an hour, nearly double the state's current minimum wage.
Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump 2020 election probe sue over firings
Two former FBI agents who helped investigate President Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results sued the federal government, alleging they were wrongfully terminated.
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Santa Clara falls to Kentucky in overtime March Madness thriller
Santa Clara was seeking its first tournament win since 1996, when future NBA MVP Steve Nash was a senior.
Giants pitcher Hayden Birdsong to undergo Tommy John surgery, miss entire 2026 season
San Francisco Giants pitcher Hayden Birdsong will undergo Tommy John surgery and miss the entire season.
Texas A&M stuns Saint Mary's, advances in NCAA Tournament with 63-50 win
Rashaun Agee had 22 points and nine rebounds, and No. 10 seed Texas A&M beat seventh-seeded Saint Mary's 63-50 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Giants' Tony Vitello attacking college-to-pro transition with high energy, help from others
All eyes are on new San Francisco Giants manager Tony Vitello as he makes the big jump from coaching the University of Tennessee to major league manager despite no previous professional experience as a player or coach.
Kerr, Warriors prepare for likelihood of play-in tournament for 3rd straight year
Golden State coach Steve Kerr can do the math.
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Half Moon Bay recycling initiative tests reusable food containers for deliveries
A pilot program is testing the use of reusable containers for DoorDash-delivered meals.
Bay Area brothers form nonprofit to recycle used school uniforms for families in need
Inside a family garage on the Peninsula, instead of seeing parked cars, one can find bins packed with clean, used school uniforms and two busy young brothers.
Pilot program teaches Bay Area high schoolers about local water sources
A pilot program is providing Bay Area high school students with lessons on the importance of where their local water comes from, the systems that bring it to their homes, and the threats to the supply.
Team of scientists retrieve massive Antarctic core sample to better understand warming planet
Under bone-chilling conditions, an international team of scientists has unlocked the secrets to better understand a rapidly-warming planet.
New research finds whale communication more complex than originally thought
Groundbreaking research is revealing that communication among whales is far more complex and sophisticated than previously believed.
Santa Cruz marine scientists team up with special effects team for virtual blue whale exhibit
Step inside the Seymour Marine Research Center at the University of California at Santa Cruz and be prepared to be "swallowed up" by a whale of a tale.
Community unites to sustainably restore Santa Cruz's iconic blue whale skeleton
From the California coast, you can see a lot of surfers. It's not so easy to see a blue whale. However, at UC Santa Cruz, you can walk right up to a legendary blue whale, or at least its skeleton.
Beloved blue whale skeleton at UC Santa Cruz gets high-tech restoration
A chance encounter at the University of California, Santa Cruz, has led to the restoration of a long-time, massive display of a blue whale skeleton display at the university.
Native plants and critters at San Francisco's Presidio get a new corridor toward the future
Volunteers have reached another milestone in their effort to re-establish native plants and animal species at the Presidio of San Francisco.
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Friday morning First Alert weather forecast with Zoe Mintz - 3/20/26
On the first day of Spring, expect one more day of record heat before a cooling trend begins. Zoe Mintz has the forecast.
Thursday evening First Alert Weather forecast 3/19/26
Meteorologist Darren Peck says the overall heat pattern will continue, but temperatures will begin to come off the record highs we've been seeing.
Thursday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 3/19/26
The rare March heat wave continues Thursday, with coastal highs in the 70s and inland highs reaching the 80s and 90s. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Wednesday evening First Alert Weather forecast 3/18/26
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz says record-breaking high temperatures are sticking around through Friday.
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Watch: Oakland 911 dispatcher honored for coaching baby's emergency delivery over the phone
Oakland Fire Department dispatcher Monica Rios was honored on Friday for helping parents deliver a baby over the phone last month when mom unexpectedly went into labor.
Friday morning First Alert weather forecast with Zoe Mintz - 3/20/26
On the first day of Spring, expect one more day of record heat before a cooling trend begins. Zoe Mintz has the forecast.
San Francisco vigil remembers family killed in West Portal tragedy two years ago
Kara St. Cyr reports.
India Basin Waterfront Park in San Francisco sees transformation
Families in San Francisco are taking advantage of a new waterfront park in a once-neglected portion of the India Basin neighborhood. Kelsi Thorud reports.
California wine producers adapting to industry downturn
The wine industry has been struggling with a slowdown in business in recent years. Kara St. Cyr reports.
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Foster City hit by ransomware attack, plans to declare state of emergency
The community of Foster City on the Peninsula announced that they have been hit by a cybersecurity breach and are planning to declare a state of emergency.
Bay Lights display returns to Bay Bridge in grand lighting ceremony. Here's how to watch.
Illuminate, the nonprofit hosting the event, said founder Ben Davis, and the artist behind The Bay Lights, Leo Villareal, will be in attendance and speak ahead of the grand relighting.
Family of San Francisco police recruit who died during training sues department
The parents of a San Francisco police recruit who died last year after having a medical emergency during academy training are filing a wrongful death suit against the department and the city.
SF Police Department reaches tentative deal with city for 14% raise over 4 years
The deal to offer a 14% raise over the next four years was unanimously approved by the San Francisco Police Board of Directors. It still needs the vote of rank and file, and the Board of Supervisors.
Filoli Garden caretakers take measures to keep beautiful blooms amid the high heat
Maintaining acres of flowers and gardens at the historic Fioli House and Garden in Woodside, in the middle of a heat wave, is a job easier said than done.
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Parents meet Oakland 911 dispatcher who talked them through emergency home delivery
An Oakland Fire Department dispatcher was honored on Friday in a ceremony where she met the parents of a baby she calmly helped deliver over the phone when the mother unexpectedly went into labor.
Cooler temperatures ahead as Bay Area begins spring with more record heat
The Bay Area and Central Coast are expected to see one more day of record hot temperatures before relief arrives, as an unprecedented March heat wave entered its fifth day on Friday.
Oakland Zoo euthanizes rescued tiger after cancer diagnosis
The second of two rescued tigers being cared for at the Oakland Zoo was euthanized after it was recently diagnosed with cancer, the zoo announced.
Alameda County labor leaders launch campaign for $30 an hour minimum wage
Voters in Alameda County may decide on a proposal later this year that would raise the county's minimum wage to $30 an hour, nearly double the state's current minimum wage.
Hayward police officer accused of accepting bribe, "free access to sex workers"
A Hayward police officer is suspected of unlawfully and knowingly accepting a $1,000 bribe and "free access to sex workers," the Alameda County District Attorney's Office said.
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Santa Clara falls to Kentucky in overtime March Madness thriller
Santa Clara was seeking its first tournament win since 1996, when future NBA MVP Steve Nash was a senior.
Hayward police officer accused of accepting bribe, "free access to sex workers"
A Hayward police officer is suspected of unlawfully and knowingly accepting a $1,000 bribe and "free access to sex workers," the Alameda County District Attorney's Office said.
San Jose woman's "emergency room" aims to keep people out of homelessness
To cut down on homelessness in the South Bay, a woman has created what she calls an "emergency room" for people facing eviction.
Person sought by San Jose police arrested after crashing in residential area
A person being sought in connection with a possible restraining order violation was arrested after crashing in a San Jose neighborhood, police said. The person was in a stolen vehicle at the time, according to police.
Magnitude 3.4 earthquake strikes southern Santa Clara County near Gilroy
A minor earthquake struck southern Santa Clara County early Tuesday morning, officials said.
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Woman dies in attack in mobile home near Santa Rosa, suspect arrested
Sonoma County sheriff's deputies have made an arrest after a woman died following an attack inside a mobile home near Santa Rosa Wednesday evening.
Housing project at old Coast Guard site in Pt. Reyes Station moving forward
The county says once funding is completed, construction could begin as soon as this fall, with completion sometime in 2028.
Longtime Sonoma State soccer coach Marcus Ziemer, part of Bay Area soccer dynasty, dies in Germany
Marcus Ziemer, part of a Bay Area soccer coaching dynasty and longtime Sonoma State University men's soccer team head coach, died in Germany after a weekend accident.
Santa Rosa residents enjoying Spring Lake Park as temperatures near the 90s
In downtown Santa Rosa, shady spots with a place to sit and rest were commodities. But it was a quiet day for many businesses.
Vehicle drives off pier at Sausalito harbor; 1 dead
The driver of a vehicle that entered the water near the Sausalito Yacht Harbor was pronounced dead after being taken to the hospital.
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Housing project at old Coast Guard site in Pt. Reyes Station moving forward
The county says once funding is completed, construction could begin as soon as this fall, with completion sometime in 2028.
San Francisco's jail library service program serving as a national model
A recent report from the American Library Association found that every dollar spent on prison education programs yields about five dollars in savings on future incarceration costs over three years.
Santa Rosa residents enjoying Spring Lake Park as temperatures near the 90s
In downtown Santa Rosa, shady spots with a place to sit and rest were commodities. But it was a quiet day for many businesses.
Caltrain considering ban on oversized bicycles
Caltrain is considering a plan that would ban oversized bikes that are over 6 feet long and tires that are more than 3 inches wide.
Silicon Valley nonprofit encourages young women to lead in AI
A Bay Area gender gap in the tech industry threatens the full participation of women in the future of artificial intelligence.
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Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
Parents meet Oakland 911 dispatcher who talked them through emergency home delivery
An Oakland Fire Department dispatcher was honored on Friday in a ceremony where she met the parents of a baby she calmly helped deliver over the phone when the mother unexpectedly went into labor.
Foster City hit by ransomware attack, plans to declare state of emergency
The community of Foster City on the Peninsula announced that they have been hit by a cybersecurity breach and are planning to declare a state of emergency.
CBS News Radio to shut down after nearly a century of broadcasting
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Santa Clara falls to Kentucky in overtime March Madness thriller
Santa Clara was seeking its first tournament win since 1996, when future NBA MVP Steve Nash was a senior.
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Bay Area heat wave bringing an early start to allergy season
The early-season heat wave gripping the Bay Area also means the allergy season is already kicking into high gear.
Bay Area chiropractor says he is seeing pre-arthritis symptoms in younger people
He advises people to lie down, extend their arms, and hold the phones above their heads, or people should hold their phone at eye level, rather than looking down.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
Health advisory issued after 2 mumps cases reported at Berkeley High School
The city said there was no evidence of community-spread or of an outbreak, and that the health advisory was issued to give health care providers guidance.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
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Foster City hit by ransomware attack, plans to declare state of emergency
The community of Foster City on the Peninsula announced that they have been hit by a cybersecurity breach and are planning to declare a state of emergency.
"American Nightmare" survivor Denise Huskins' new discovery exposes victim privacy loophole in California law
The failure to protect explicit case evidence in Denise Huskins' kidnapping and sexual assault case is driving reform at the State Capitol. New developments exposed a little-known gap in state law that could expose videos of sexual assault victims.
California nanny allegedly abused child in park, was on multiple childcare apps, police say
A Northern California nanny was arrested and is facing felony charges after she allegedly abused a young child in her care at a park earlier this week.
Woman dies in attack in mobile home near Santa Rosa, suspect arrested
Sonoma County sheriff's deputies have made an arrest after a woman died following an attack inside a mobile home near Santa Rosa Wednesday evening.
Hayward police officer accused of accepting bribe, "free access to sex workers"
A Hayward police officer is suspected of unlawfully and knowingly accepting a $1,000 bribe and "free access to sex workers," the Alameda County District Attorney's Office said.
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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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Man accused of hate crime following vandalism at San Francisco church
A man has been arrested and accused of a hate crime after a San Francisco church was vandalized over the weekend, police said.
Yosemite worker fired for hanging trans pride flag on El Capitan files lawsuit
A Yosemite park ranger was fired last year after helping to display a transgender pride flag from El Capitan.
Historic Castro Theatre reopens after $40M renovation with Sam Smith residency
After more than two years of renovations, the historic Castro Theatre is back open for business.
Pride flag removed from Stonewall National Monument in NYC
A large Pride flag has been removed from the Stonewall National Monument in Greenwich Village. The National Park Service said it did so under guidance from the federal government.
MacKenzie Scott gives $45 million to LGBTQ nonprofit The Trevor Project
The billionaire and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated $45 million to The Trevor Project, a nonprofit focused on suicide prevention and advocacy for LGBTQ young people.
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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.