Stanford students brainstorm new tools to explore Mars
In a lab at Stanford, gizmos are being developed that might one day be deployed for extended explorations of the Red Planet. Brian Hackney reports. (8-2-24)
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In a lab at Stanford, gizmos are being developed that might one day be deployed for extended explorations of the Red Planet. Brian Hackney reports. (8-2-24)
This weekend marks 55 years since the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. Retired NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins CBS News to look back on the small step for man and giant leap for mankind.
The orbits of six planets will bring them to the same side of the sun to create a "planetary parade" in early June.
The creepy patterns were observed by the European Space Agency's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.
Living long past its design lifetime, the Ingenuity helicopter was finally done in by rotor damage during a presumed off-kilter landing.
CBS News traveled across Ghana's remote cocoa belt and found children working on small subsistence farms that supply U.S. chocolate giant Mars. Foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports.
An economic space race is underway between companies developing high-tech lunar landers to deliver cargo to the moon. In coming months, two start-ups plan to launch the first of what they hope will be a fleet of landers. Mark Strassmann looks a look at this new space race in “American Innovation.”
InSight recently sent back one last selfie after four years of exploring the red planet.
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk spoke for over an hour Thursday night in a hotly anticipated discussion about Starship, which the company hopes will one day take humans to Mars and that will play a key role in NASA's plans to return humans to the moon.
A 4 billion-year-old meteorite from Mars that caused a splash here on earth decades ago contains no evidence of ancient, primitive Martian life after all, scientists reported Thursday.
After a long weekend without any updates or imagery from the Perseverance Mars rover, NASA released a spectacular bounty of video Monday, including never-before-seen footage capturing the hair-raising descent to the surface of the red planet.
NASA made history Thursday when its most advanced Mars rover landed successfully on the red planet to begin a mission to find signs of ancient life.
A spacecraft from the United Arab Emirates, created in partnership with UC Berkeley and other U.S. universities, swung into orbit around Mars on Tuesday in a triumph for the Arab world's first interplanetary mission.
Along with running Bay Area electric car company Tesla, Elon Musk has spent nearly two decades rallying SpaceX fans around his goal of colonizing Mars.
Have you ever dreamed of becoming an astronaut? As NASA prepares for a manned launch to the International Space Station this year and with missions to the Moon and Mars on the drawing board, the agency announced Wednesday it will begin taking application for future astronauts.
Americans prefer a space program that focuses on potential asteroid impacts and using robots to explore space over sending humans to Mars an AP co-sponsored poll shows.
NASA's InSight lander has picked up a gentle rumble on Mars, believed to be the first marsquake ever detected.
A huge lake of salty water appears to be buried deep in Mars, raising the possibility of finding life on the red planet, scientists reported Wednesday.
A NASA rover on Mars has been knocked out by gigantic dust storm that envelops the planet and blots out the sun.
Scientists reported Thursday that NASA's Curiosity rover has found potential building blocks of life in an ancient Martian lakebed.
NASA's newest Mars explorer has busted out of Earth orbit and is zooming toward the red planet.
A robotic geologist armed with a hammer and quake monitor rocketed toward Mars on Saturday, aiming to land on the red planet and explore its mysterious insides.
Six years after last landing on Mars, NASA is sending a robotic geologist to dig deeper than ever before to take the planet's temperature.
The space agency says it is working on creating a swarm of robot bees that will fly around the surface of Mars.
Elon Musk issued yet another incredibly ambitious timeline.
On Wednesday, Bay Area officials approved additional toll increases for local bridges through 2030, adding to the already planned hike set to take effect Jan. 1.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday granted California its request to enforce vehicle emissions standards stricter than federal rules, including the state's ban on sales of new gasoline-powered cars.
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.
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday moved to lower its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points, but said it plans fewer cuts in 2025.
Police in Oakland are seeking the public's help in solving a fatal shooting in September during a high school reunion.
On Wednesday, Bay Area officials approved additional toll increases for local bridges through 2030, adding to the already planned hike set to take effect Jan. 1.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday granted California its request to enforce vehicle emissions standards stricter than federal rules, including the state's ban on sales of new gasoline-powered cars.
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.
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday moved to lower its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points, but said it plans fewer cuts in 2025.
Police in Oakland are seeking the public's help in solving a fatal shooting in September during a high school reunion.
A suspect who was out on bail was arrested early Monday morning in Half Moon Bay on suspicion of multiple crimes including burglary, possession of drugs and possession of stolen property, according to the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office.
A driver crashed into a San Francisco business and injured three people Tuesday afternoon, police said.
Members of Cash App founder Bob Lee's family had sharp criticism Tuesday for those close to Nima Momeni, who was convicted of second-degree murder in Lee's 2023 stabbing death in San Francisco.
Nima Momeni has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee, a verdict reached by a San Francisco jury after seven days of deliberations.
On Monday, the Bay Area was still dealing with the aftermath of Saturday's winds and rainstorm, and in some places, the effects were a little more long-lasting.
Police in Oakland are seeking the public's help in solving a fatal shooting in September during a high school reunion.
A Vallejo woman is calling on the state government to send California Highway Patrol officers to Vallejo as the city faces increased property crime and slow police response.
On Tuesday night, leaders of one Tri-Valley city will be tackling similar budget issues to Oakland and San Francisco.
Across the country, food banks and pantries are struggling to keep up with demand as more and more people struggle to buy the basics.
More than a month after a disabled woman became the victim of a sexual battery incident in El Cerrito, police said the suspect in the case turned himself in to authorities Tuesday.
Police in San Jose announced an arrest Tuesday in connection with a home invasion robbery and sexual assault last month at an apartment near the San Jose State University campus.
Officials with the California Highway Patrol and Caltrans on Monday afternoon confirmed state Route 9 near Saratoga has been closed in both directions due to a mudslide.
There were no injuries to staff or animals following a fire Monday morning at the Humane Society Silicon Valley building in Milpitas, but the facility is closed for the rest of the day, officials said.
A boy was fatally struck by a vehicle on Friday on northbound Interstate Highway 280 in Santa Clara County, the California Highway Patrol said Monday.
A body was located near where a missing person was last seen more than two weeks ago outside of Gilroy, authorities said.
Service on Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit was unavailable Monday because of storm damage and for extended systems testing, the agency said.
Zakir Hussain, one of India's most accomplished classical musicians who defied genres and introduced tabla to a global audience, has died.
A North Bay city experienced a city-wide power outage on Saturday after high winds downed power lines and trees.
San Francisco residents were woken up by a tornado warning early Saturday morning during a powerful storm system that battered the region with heavy rain and wind.
The Bay Area was soaked by a powerful storm system overnight into Saturday morning, causing flooding and even triggering what is reported to be the first-ever tornado warning in San Francisco, officials said.
The San Francisco 49ers have suspended linebacker De'Vondre Campbell for the final three games of the regular season after he refused to enter a game after losing his starting job.
Luka Doncic had his 80th career triple-double with a season-high 45 points along with 13 assists and 11 rebounds, and the Dallas Mavericks beat Klay Thompson's former Golden State Warriors 143-133 on Sunday night in a second visit to Chase Center in just more than a month.
Clayton Keller scored a power-play goal with 43.8 seconds remaining and the Utah Hockey Club rallied to beat the San Jose Sharks 4-3 on Saturday night.
Golden State is acquiring point guard Dennis Schroder in a trade with the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for injured forward De'Anthony Melton, a person with knowledge of the agreement said Saturday.
The Athletics have added another option for their refurbished rotation, acquiring Jeffrey Springs in a multiplayer trade with the Tampa Bay Rays.
Police in Oakland are seeking the public's help in solving a fatal shooting in September during a high school reunion.
A suspect who was out on bail was arrested early Monday morning in Half Moon Bay on suspicion of multiple crimes including burglary, possession of drugs and possession of stolen property, according to the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office.
A Vallejo woman is calling on the state government to send California Highway Patrol officers to Vallejo as the city faces increased property crime and slow police response.
A driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI after driving their Jeep onto the slopes of a Northern California ski resort, becoming stuck in the process.
More than a month after a disabled woman became the victim of a sexual battery incident in El Cerrito, police said the suspect in the case turned himself in to authorities Tuesday.
Members of Cash App founder Bob Lee's family had sharp criticism Tuesday for those close to Nima Momeni, who was convicted of second-degree murder in Lee's 2023 stabbing death in San Francisco.
Nima Momeni has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee, a verdict reached by a San Francisco jury after seven days of deliberations.
Trump had warm words about TikTok and its near-term future earlier Monday, as the app faces a U.S. ban that's set to go into effect next month unless its Chinese-owned parent company cuts ties with it.
TikTok and its parent company ByteDance have asked the Supreme Court to temporarily pause a law that would ban the app in the U.S.
The jury that will decide the fate of Nima Momeni reconvened Monday afternoon for the seventh day of deliberations on his trial for the murder of tech executive Bob Lee in April of 2023.
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.
Researchers at Stanford University believe a newly developed AI tool could help in the fight against cancer and other diseases.
Striking San Francisco hotel workers are attempting to discourage people from attending a major healthcare conference in January.
At least 364 pertussis cases were reported, marking the worst Thanksgiving week on record.
A recent study from Stanford Medicine emphasized the importance of "Kangaroo Care" for premature newborns, citing that the skin-to-skin care method improves the child's cognitive health and stabilizes the newborn's heart rate.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
On Tuesday night, leaders of one Tri-Valley city will be tackling similar budget issues to Oakland and San Francisco.
The Justice Department will pay an average of about $1.1 million to each of 103 women who filed individual lawsuits against the Bureau of Prisons over their treatment at the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin, California.
"People deserve to know upfront what they're being asked to pay," FTC Chair Lina Khan said in announcing crackdown on certain consumer fees.
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.
The building located off Folsom Street will include 42 units for young adults ages 18 to 24.
San Jose State's volleyball team was the subject of a national debate about women in sports.
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.
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.
Surviving members of the Grateful Dead, Bobby Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, and Mickey Hart, revisit the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco.
Tory Lanaz, who is serving a 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the feet, is harassing her from prison through surrogates, the petition alleges.
Comedian Nikki Glaser, known for her honest style, is gearing up to host the 82nd Annual Golden Globes.
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are the Coen Brothers' "No Country for Old Men," "The Social Network," Cheech & Chong's "Up in Smoke," and "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre."
Zakir Hussain, one of India's most accomplished classical musicians who defied genres and introduced tabla to a global audience, has died.
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.
Ryan Yamamoto reports on Bay Area officials approving a plan to increase bridge tolls through 2030.
Wednesday 7 a.m. news update form KPIX
Meteorologist Jessica Burch says the clear conditions will last for several days before a new round of wet weather.
Kevin Ko reports on Oakland's budget shortfall as it still grapples with a shakeup in leadership. 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
Kara St. Cyr reports on crime in Vallejo, and a woman's petition for California to send the California Highway Patrol to help local police. 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
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.
An Oakland woman has brought the joy of dance and an appreciation for African American culture to performers and audiences for 52 years.
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.