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Rickey Henderson, Oakland A's great and MLB Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Bay Area food banks seeing increased demand and less support
At Bay Area food banks, there is a lot riding on the holiday season.
Suspect in custody after 2 children were abducted in King City, authorities say
A suspect is in custody after an Amber Alert was issued for two children authorities say were abducted in King City.
Police shoot, kill security guard near SF Union Square suspected in hit-and-run
Police in San Francisco shot and killed a man early Friday morning near Union Square who was wanted for hitting two pedestrians and a bicyclist with a vehicle hours earlier.
Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
Napa Salvation Army discovers rare gold coin in one of its red kettles
The Napa Salvation Army struck gold on Saturday, discovering a rare gold coin worth thousands of dollars in one of its red kettles.
California commercial Dungeness crab fishing season finally gets opening date
State officials on Friday announced the commercial Dungeness crab fishery for most of the California coast will finally open south of the Sonoma/Mendocino county line beginning Jan. 5.
Party City files for bankruptcy, a day after announcing mass layoffs
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
Argument involving multiple people ends with 2 shot dead inside Oakland home
Oakland police said two people were killed Friday night after an altercation involving multiple people.
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Fremont's first Indian-American mayor has big plans for East Bay city
Fremont's recently elected Mayor Raj Salwan is blazing a new trail as the first Indian-American to lead the East Bay city.
Biden surpasses Trump with 235th federal judge confirmed
The Senate confirmed two more judges to the federal bench on Friday, giving President Biden a total of 235 since he took office.
San Mateo County emergency officials assess response to tsunami warning
San Mateo County emergency officials are developing a new method of communication to reduce misinformation and confusion during earthquake and tsunami threats, following a massive earthquake that struck near Humboldt County in early December.
California regulators approve two more requests by PG&E to increase rates
California regulators approved two more rate hike requests by Pacific Gas and Electric Thursday night, making it six this year.
How Trump and Elon Musk derailed bipartisan plans for a funding bill
"My phone was ringing off the hook," Republican Rep. Andy Barr said. "The people who elected us are listening to Elon Musk."
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Rickey Henderson, MLB Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
A's, third baseman Gio Urshela reach agreement on 1-year deal, AP source says
Third baseman Gio Urshela has reached an agreement on a one-year contract with the Athletics ahead of the team's first season in West Sacramento, according to a person with direct knowledge of the negotiations.
Blackwood gets win over former team as Avalanche beat Sharks
Joel Kiviranta scored twice in the third period, Mackenzie Blackwood made 32 saves against his former team and the Colorado Avalanche beat the San Jose Sharks 4-2.
Curry, Warriors suffer "embarrassing" 51-point defeat against Grizzlies
Stephen Curry had a game like none other in his career. It was part of an awful night for the Golden State Warriors.
49ers, Dolphins bring disappointing seasons into Sunday matchup
A year after earning playoff berths and even making it to the Super Bowl, the Miami Dolphins and the San Francisco 49ers are struggling for relevance this season.
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Special boxes help keep trash from flowing into Bay Area waters
Climate change is triggering more frequent and intense storms as well as flooding. Now a real-life buried treasure – known as a Debris Separating Baffle Box - is seeking to trap the trash before it pollutes critical Bay Area waters.
Holiday revelry in United States produces massive quantity of plastic waste
According to Stanford Researchers, during the holidays, from Thanksgiving to New Year's Eve, Americans create a gigantic mountain of plastic waste, about 25% more waste compared to the rest of the year.
Petaluma reusable purple cup project ends with over 200,000 cups avoiding landfill
Downtown Petaluma is already decked out for the holidays. But something is missing: 60 strategically placed purple bins placed as part of a plan to reduce disposable cup waste.
"Trash Bash" at Monterey school illustrates the struggle to sort recycling
November 15th is "America Recycles Day". It's the only nationally recognized day that's dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling. But along the Monterey Peninsula, a group of graduate students got a head start with their annual "Trash Bash."
13-year-old San Jose girl wins top prize, $25,000 at STEM competition
While young people are understandably anxious about the changing climate and warming planet, there's still a sense of optimism thanks to the creativity found in our youth.
How to slash Halloween's bone-chilling volume of plastic waste
While the Halloween holiday brings excitement, creativity, and happy delirium for many kids, it also generates an unsettling amount of plastic waste.
UC Berkeley scientists invent compound that can pull C02 out of the air
A bright yellow powder invented by University of California at Berkeley scientists might be the game-changing tool humanity needs to slow the effects of climate change.
Global biodiversity report shows "catastrophic decline" in wildlife populations
A shocking new report on global biodiversity is detailing what it calls "a catastrophic decline" in wildlife populations ahead of a major international conference on biodiversity.
Levi's Stadium project tackles climate change at its root
At Levi's Stadium -- home to the San Francisco 49ers -- there is a winning strategy to address a warming planet, nine stories above the gridiron.
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Ahead of Proposition 36 vote, state data show California is not tracking retail theft suspects after arrests
No one — not the Governor's Office, the CHP task force, nor the attorney general — can tell us how many of the people arrested by California's Organized Retail Crime Task Force were sentenced, let alone how many went to jail, received treatment, or re-offended.
Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.
CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.
Fact-checking claims about California's Proposition 36: What it means for drug arrests
CBS News California takes a closer look at the drug component of the high-profile Proposition 36 to fact-check claims about the ballot measure from supporters and opponents.
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First Alert Weather Saturday evening forecast 12-21-2024
Here's a look at the weather forecast.
First Alert Weather Saturday morning forecast
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Bay Area braces for another wet weekend with arrival of latest storm system
A series of storms is expected to move through the Bay Area starting this weekend and lasting through the better part of next week, bringing rain, saturated soils and dangerous ocean conditions.
Friday evening First Alert weather forecast with Paul Heggen - 12/20/24
A wet weather pattern returns to the Bay Area late Friday with a damp weekend ahead and rain on Christmas Eve. Paul Heggen has the forecast.
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First Alert Weather Saturday evening forecast 12-21-2024
Here's a look at the weather forecast.
Increased demand and less support seen around Bay Area food banks
At Bay Area food banks, there is a lot riding on the holiday season.
2 dead in Oakland apartment shooting, suspect on the run
Oakland police said two people were killed Friday night after an altercation involving multiple people.
Amber Alert issued for 7-year-old, 2-year-old abducted in King City
The CHP issued an Amber Alert for two children they say were abducted in King City.
Walnut Creek shoppers picking up last-minute gifts on Super Saturday
The weekend before Christmas it typically the busiest day for shopping.
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Berkeley Democratic Party delegate reacts to Biden news conference
Juliette Goodrich spoke with Igor Tregub, a Berkeley city councilman and chair of the Democratic Party of Alameda County. (7-11-24)
Should Biden drop out? Bay Area political science professor weighs in
As some Democratic lawmakers pressure President Joe Biden to drop out of the 2024 Presidential race, Sonoma State University political science professor David McCuan joins CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook to explain if Biden could convince his party that he's the right candidate to defeat Donald Trump in November, and details the blueprint known as Project 2025 for the next Republican president
Local transportation professor weighs in on Waymo expansion
USF professor of transportation and innovation Billy Riggs joins CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook to discuss Waymo's expansion of service to anyone in San Francisco, competition down the road in the driverless rideshare industry, and public perception about autonomous cars
Marginalized by medicine: Trans community faces health care challenges
The CEO of the San Francisco Community Health Care Center, Lance Toma, joins CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook to discuss the climate surrounding trans rights, and the work in San Francisco to help the LGBTQ+ community
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Bay Area food banks seeing increased demand and less support
At Bay Area food banks, there is a lot riding on the holiday season.
California commercial Dungeness crab fishing season finally gets opening date
State officials on Friday announced the commercial Dungeness crab fishery for most of the California coast will finally open south of the Sonoma/Mendocino county line beginning Jan. 5.
Police shoot, kill security guard near SF Union Square suspected in hit-and-run
Police in San Francisco shot and killed a man early Friday morning near Union Square who was wanted for hitting two pedestrians and a man on an electric scooter with a vehicle hours earlier.
San Francisco Mission Bay coffee shop deals with break-ins as it seeks to open
A coffee shop in San Francisco's Mission Bay hasn't even opened yet, but has dealt with at least two break-ins over a 24-hour span.
San Mateo County emergency officials assess response to tsunami warning
San Mateo County emergency officials are developing a new method of communication to reduce misinformation and confusion during earthquake and tsunami threats, following a massive earthquake that struck near Humboldt County in early December.
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Argument involving multiple people ends with 2 shot dead inside Oakland home
Oakland police said two people were killed Friday night after an altercation involving multiple people.
Fremont's first Indian-American mayor has big plans for East Bay city
Fremont's recently elected Mayor Raj Salwan is blazing a new trail as the first Indian-American to lead the East Bay city.
Hayward CHP busts decorated "mobile Christmas tree" on I-880
An East Bay CHP officer recently had to play Grinch after spotting a car decorated with exterior Christmas lights traveling on Interstate Highway 880, authorities said.
Road rage shooting on Highway 80 in Pinole injures 1; suspect arrested
A road rage incident on Interstate Highway 80 in Pinole earlier this month culminated in a shooting on an offramp that severely injured one person, police said Friday.
East Bay shelters try to find holiday homes for abandoned Chihuahuas
A Walnut Creek organization on Friday announced it is partnering with 11 East Bay animal shelters to promote holiday adoptions while trying to find homes for a dozen abandoned Chihuahuas that were recently rescued in Calistoga.
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Suspect in custody after 2 children were abducted in King City, authorities say
A suspect is in custody after an Amber Alert was issued for two children authorities say were abducted in King City.
Sex offender convicted in violent 1994 San Jose mall robbery cold case
A convicted sex offender already serving time at prison may never see life outside bars again after he was found guilty of committing a violent mall robbery more than three decades ago in San Jose.
Milpitas family found dead identified; police investigating as murder-suicide
Police in Milpitas provided an update into the deaths of a family found inside their apartment Tuesday, saying the incident is being investigated as a murder-suicide.
4 family members found dead inside Milpitas apartment
Four family members, two adults and two children, were found dead inside an apartment in Milpitas Tuesday in an incident that police said was "isolated."
San Jose US postal worker gets Christmas packages to their destination
Bay Area post offices were packed with people trying to beat holiday shipping deadlines on Wednesday. The increased number of packages being mailed increases the workload for local postal employees.
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Napa Salvation Army discovers rare gold coin in one of its red kettles
The Napa Salvation Army struck gold on Saturday, discovering a rare gold coin worth thousands of dollars in one of its red kettles.
Novato High campus secure, students released after nearby robbery
Police in Novato have completed their search of a high school and have secured the campus following a report of a nearby robbery Thursday, but the investigation remains ongoing, the department said.
SMART train service suspended because of storm damage, system testing
Service on Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit was unavailable Monday because of storm damage and for extended systems testing, the agency said.
Zakir Hussain, Bay Area tabla master and prolific Indian classical musician, dies at 73
Zakir Hussain, one of India's most accomplished classical musicians who defied genres and introduced tabla to a global audience, has died.
Novato experiencing city-wide power outage; residents asked to stay home
A North Bay city experienced a city-wide power outage on Saturday after high winds downed power lines and trees.
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Bay Area food banks seeing increased demand and less support
At Bay Area food banks, there is a lot riding on the holiday season.
New Berkeley housing project would replace beloved theater
For decades, Berkeley stood in the way of building more housing, and now, they're paying a price for it.
New affordable housing complex built on faith-owned land in Walnut Creek
Contra Costa County debuted a faith-based, affordable housing project in a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at providing stability for homeless people.
World Tree of Hope lights up in downtown SF cathedral
The World Tree of Hope is now shining bright at Grace Cathedral in downtown San Francisco.
Oakland hosts final First Friday of the year; plans for 2025 return
It was a festive celebration at the final First Friday of this year in Oakland as the event takes a two-month break.
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Bay Area food banks seeing increased demand and less support
At Bay Area food banks, there is a lot riding on the holiday season.
Suspect in custody after 2 children were abducted in King City, authorities say
A suspect is in custody after an Amber Alert was issued for two children authorities say were abducted in King City.
Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
Napa Salvation Army discovers rare gold coin in one of its red kettles
The Napa Salvation Army struck gold on Saturday, discovering a rare gold coin worth thousands of dollars in one of its red kettles.
Party City files for bankruptcy, a day after announcing mass layoffs
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
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Frito-Lay recalls some Lay's chips over "life-threatening" allergy risk
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency over bird flu
California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an emergency proclamation on Wednesday in response to growing concerns over bird flu cases in the state and across the country.
Stanford researchers look into AI tool to help fight cancer and other diseases
Researchers at Stanford University believe a newly developed AI tool could help in the fight against cancer and other diseases.
Striking SF hotel workers urge J.P. Morgan health conference attendees to stay away
Striking San Francisco hotel workers are attempting to discourage people from attending a major healthcare conference in January.
U.S. sets Thanksgiving record for whooping cough cases
At least 364 pertussis cases were reported, marking the worst Thanksgiving week on record.
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Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
Argument involving multiple people ends with 2 shot dead inside Oakland home
Oakland police said two people were killed Friday night after an altercation involving multiple people.
Road rage shooting on Highway 80 in Pinole injures 1; suspect arrested
A road rage incident on Interstate Highway 80 in Pinole earlier this month culminated in a shooting on an offramp that severely injured one person, police said Friday.
Case against Alameda police officer in Mario Gonzalez custody death dismissed
The Alameda County District Attorney's Office on Friday announced the sole police officer still facing a charge in the death of Mario Gonzalez while he was being taken into custody in 2021 in Alameda has had the case dismissed.
Sex offender convicted in violent 1994 San Jose mall robbery cold case
A convicted sex offender already serving time at prison may never see life outside bars again after he was found guilty of committing a violent mall robbery more than three decades ago in San Jose.
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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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Santa Cruz police make arrest in vandalism of LGBTQ+ pub
Police in Santa Cruz have arrested a man on suspicion of a hate crime after a LGBTQ+ bar in the city's downtown was vandalized early Tuesday morning.
San Francisco youth supportive housing in SoMa on path to approval
The building located off Folsom Street will include 42 units for young adults ages 18 to 24.
San Jose State's volleyball season that ignited debate over women in sports ends in MW title match
San Jose State's volleyball team was the subject of a national debate about women in sports.
A timeline of the SJSU Spartans women's volleyball controversial season
A look at key dates before and during the San Jose State women's volleyball season marked by multiple forfeits by teams claiming the Spartans have a transgender player.
SJSU women's volleyball team disappointed by Boise State forfeit
San Jose State says it's disappointed that Boise State forfeited its semifinal match in the Mountain West women's volleyball tournament but is focused on the future.
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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.
Outside Lands 2024: Photos from Sunday
This year's edition of Outside Lands came to an eclectic close Sunday with sets from headliner Sturgill Simpson, rising star Chappell Roan, rapper-turned-country-singer Post Malone and more.
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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.
Oakland dance company founder harnesses power of Black art to uplift the community
An Oakland woman has brought the joy of dance and an appreciation for African American culture to performers and audiences for 52 years.
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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.