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“Mrs. Doubtfire” takes over San Francisco on stage

The iconic San Francisco film “Mrs. Doubtfire” returns to the city as a musical comedy. Stars Leo Robert and Giselle Guiterrez talk with Gianna Franco about what people can expect from the Broadway show at the Orpheum Theater until Sunday, July 28th. (07-11-2024) 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

Jul 11
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Experience Neverland in the "Peter Pan" musical coming to San Jose

Award-winning musical “Peter Pan” is being performed in San Jose at San Jose’s Center for Performing Arts until Sunday. Star of the show Shefali Deshpande who plays Mrs. Darling joins the Morning Edition on details of the Neverland experience. (06-25-2024) 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

Jun 25
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Celebrating a legend on the Broadway stage in “The Cher Show”

“The Cher Show” premiers tonight at the Curran Theatre in San Francisco and actress Morgan Scott discusses playing the icon in modern times. (06-19-2024) 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

Jun 19
04:18

How to watch the 2024 Tony Awards on demand today

Broadway's big night at the Tony Awards was star packed. See Angelina Jolie, Daniel Radcliffe on demand today.

Jun 17

African American culture explored through jazz and gospel music

April Wright produces and performs in a 90-minute show, "Chickens, Chitlins, and Caviar," which features jazz, blues, and gospel music. Catch the performance on Saturday, June 8th and Sunday, June 9th at Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek. (06-07-2024) 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

Jun 7
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Bay Area’s ‘Theatre Week’ offers spectacular savings on plays, musicals, and more!

Gianna Franco interviews Kyle Sircus, Senior Marketing Manager for TodayTix Group to spotlight the people on stage and the amazing deals you can use by going to www.todaytixgroup.com. (05-08-2024) 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

May 8
04:35

Broadway's "Funny Girl" brings comedy heaven to Orpheum Theatre

Izaiah Montaque Harris who plays Eddie Ryan in "Funny Girl" joins us before opening night to discuss preparations and his life in tap dancing. Watch the comedy-infused performances now through May 26th, 2024 at San Francisco's Orpheum Theatre.

May 2
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2024 Tony Award nominations announced

See who's nominated for the 77th annual Tony Awards. The Tonys will air live on CBS and Paramount+ on Sunday, June 16.

Apr 30

Louis Gossett Jr., 1st Black man to win supporting actor Oscar, dies

Louis Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and an Emmy winner for his role in the seminal TV miniseries "Roots," has died.

Mar 29

Chita Rivera attends a special breakfast in honor of the new musical "The Visit" on March 13, 2015, in New York City.

Chita Rivera, "West Side Story" star and Latina trailblazer, dies at 91

Chita Rivera, a star of the original "West Side Story," was honored with a Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in Theatre.

Jan 31

"The Wiz" opens at the Golden Gate Theatre

Anne Makovec and Reed Cowan talk to "The Wiz" co-producer and actress Deborah Cox about the musical's San Francisco run before returning to Broadway.

Jan 19
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Cast of Broadway's "To Kill a Mockingbird" live interview

As a staple of education literature, academy award winning screenwriter Aaron Sorkin is bringing his Broadway adaptation of Harper Lee's "To Kill a Mockingbird" to San Francisco. The stars of the show, Yaegel Welch and Melanie Moore, joins morning anchor Gianna Franco to talk about the impact of the story, not only towards them but to the audience and real world as well.

Dec 12, 2023
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South Bay arts institution gives children onstage opportunities

Children's Musical Theater San Jose kicks off their 56th season this fall with kids of all ages starring in a variety of shows beginning in November.

Sep 8, 2023

Tom Jones, creator of longest running musical 'The Fantasticks,' dead at 95

Tom Jones, the lyricist, director and writer of "The Fantasticks," the longest-running musical in history, has died. He was 95.

Aug 13, 2023

Neil Diamond on "A Beautiful Noise," Parkinson's, and being thankful

The life of the singer-songwriter has been dramatized, "warts and all," in a new Broadway musical. Now 82, he talks about his Parkinson's diagnosis, being in denial, and the calm that - finally - has moved into "the hurricane of my life."

Apr 2, 2023

San Francisco Police Arrest Suspect After Stabbing Near Chinatown

Police in San Francisco have taken a suspect into custody after a stabbing in the area of Broadway and Powell, according to authorities.

Jul 10, 2021

Oakland Officials Decry Violent George Floyd Protest, Promise Beefed-up Response

City leaders on Saturday condemned violent protests overnight that left downtown Oakland in tatters, with more than 70 businesses vandalized, looted or both.

May 30, 2020

Oakland George Floyd Protest: At Least 18 Arrested, 6 Officers Injured; Walgreens, CVS Looted During Violent Rampage

Hours of violence that followed a peaceful demonstration demanding justice for George Floyd has left at least 18 people in custody early Saturday, six Oakland police officers recovering from their injuries and a downtown Walgreen and CVS pharmacy in shambles after they were looted.

May 30, 2020

Oakland George Floyd Protest Turns Angry As Marchers Block Freeway, Start Looting

After marching peacefully through the streets of Oakland earlier Friday evening, a protest turned disruptive and destructive as activists took their demonstration against the in-custody police death of George Floyd onto the I-880 freeway before lighting fires and looting downtown.

May 29, 2020

Broadway Actor, Director, 'Annie' Lyricist Martin Charnin Dies at 84

Martin Charnin, who made his Broadway debut playing a Jet in the original "West Side Story" and went on to become a Broadway director and lyricist who won a Tony Award for the score of "Annie," has died.

Jul 7, 2019

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Go Behind-The-Scenes, Onstage, Backstage With The Stars Of 'Hamilton'

After months of mystery, SHN Orpheum Theatre opened its doors and invited KPIX 5 anchor and #1 Hamilton Fan Michelle Griego for a tour onstage and backstage, and a look inside 'The Room Where It Happens,' literally.

May 15, 2019

Brake-Slamming BART Turn In Oakland Is The Result Of An Old Political Favor

The tight, brake-slamming BART turn beneath the streets of downtown Oakland is the result of a 1960s political favor that changed BART's original design.

May 7, 2019

72nd Annual Tony Awards: The Complete List Of Nominees

It's time to find out which plays, musicals, casts, and crew members are nominated for a coveted brass medallion statue at the 72nd Annual Tony Awards, which will be hosted by Sara Bareilles and Josh Groban.

Jun 5, 2018

'Harry Potter And The Cursed Child' Garners 10 Tony Award Nominations

In the final scene of the last "Harry Potter" movie, Harry, Ron, and Hermione send their children off to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry – and that's where the new Broadway play "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" picks up.

Jun 5, 2018

Broadway Brawls Erupt In San Francisco's North Beach

Business owners along Broadway street in San Francisco's North Beach are once again upset after surveillance video captured a series of fights and people running for cover from gunshots.

Mar 26, 2018

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Jack Smith seeks to dismiss charges against Trump in D.C. election case

Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.

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Newsom vows California EV rebates if Trump administration kills federal tax credit

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.

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Drivers urged to steer clear of flooded roads after Sonoma County drowning

The tragic death of a man found in a vehicle submerged in flood water in Sonoma County over the weekend punches home the fact that it is never safe to drive into flood waters.

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Microsoft 365 is experiencing an outage. Here's what to know.

Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.

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Thanksgiving travel week faces several possible obstacles

Airports and highways are expected to be jam-packed during Thanksgiving week, a holiday period likely to end in another record day for air travel in the U.S.

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Jack Smith seeks to dismiss charges against Trump in D.C. election case

Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.

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Newsom vows California EV rebates if Trump administration kills federal tax credit

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.

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Drivers urged to steer clear of flooded roads after Sonoma County drowning

The tragic death of a man found in a vehicle submerged in flood water in Sonoma County over the weekend punches home the fact that it is never safe to drive into flood waters.

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Microsoft 365 is experiencing an outage. Here's what to know.

Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.

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Thanksgiving travel week faces several possible obstacles

Airports and highways are expected to be jam-packed during Thanksgiving week, a holiday period likely to end in another record day for air travel in the U.S.

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SF judge dismisses majority of charges against Golden Gate Bridge protesters

A San Francisco judge dismissed most of the charges against an activist group arrested in the Golden Gate Bridge case, a press release issued Friday said.

Nov 24

San Francisco man holds turkey drive to help food bank, community organizations who serve those in need

The turkeys and other food collected go to the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank and then out to community organizations.

Nov 23

Southbound Highway 101 in SF reopened after sinkhole causes partial closure

A sinkhole opened up on Highway 101 in San Francisco Saturday morning, Caltrans said.

Nov 23

Atmospheric river causes minor flooding in San Francisco

Some San Francisco roadways and neighborhoods experienced minor flooding Friday as the atmospheric river dumped heavy rain on the city.

Nov 23

Flash flood warnings issued for several Bay Area counties

Flash flood warnings were issued Friday afternoon for several Bay Area counties where instances of flooding deemed "life-threatening" were occurring.

Nov 22

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Many Oakland residents startled by series of late-night fireworks

Many people in Oakland say they were startled when a series of fireworks went off Saturday night around 10 p.m.

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Parts of the Bay Area could still see minor flooding after heavy rainfall

The Bay Area is getting a break after the heavy rainfall on Friday, but the amount of rain that fell means some areas remain at risk of minor flooding.

Nov 23

East Bay experiences power outages, flooded streets due to storm

From downed trees to power outages to flooded streets, Friday's storm caused big problems for many East Bay residents.

Nov 23

10-year-old Antioch girl fights back against would be carjacker, police say

A 10-year-old girl from Antioch is being credited for thwarting an attempted carjacking of her mother's vehicle by fighting off a would-be thief on Wednesday, police said.

Nov 22

BART San Leandro station reopens following police activity

BART's San Leandro station was closed Friday afternoon because of police activity, the agency said.

Nov 22

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Santa Cruz woman wants justice after hit-and-run kills partner

Angel Brown is now learning how to navigate life without the love of her life and another heart she held close to hers.

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San Jose boxing instructor accused of sex crimes against students, co-worker

The manager of a boxing gym in San Jose has been arrested on felony sexual assault charges after he allegedly committed sex crimes against three women, prosecutors said.

Nov 22

Potentially dangerous surf conditions a concern along coastal areas

In Pacifica, like other spots along the coast, the potentially dangerous surf conditions are more of an issue than the rain.

Nov 20

Man killed in Morgan Hill shooting; suspect arrested

Police in the South Bay have made an arrest after a man was found fatally shot in Morgan Hill on Wednesday morning.

Nov 20

Eataly in Silicon Valley offers immersive dining experience

Eataly, the gourmet Italian marketplace blending restaurants, cafes, and specialty products, offers an immersive experience designed to transport visitors straight to Italy.

Nov 20

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Guerneville, Forestville residents clean up after floodwaters receded

Sunday's mostly dry weather provided a brief window for Guerneville and Forestville residents to assess flooding damage and clean up.

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Business in downtown Napa returns after atmospheric river brought heavy rain

It was a pretty busy Saturday night in downtown Napa, almost as if you'd never know the atmospheric river passed through just the day before.

Nov 24

Trees fall onto power lines in San Anselmo, but town handles heavy rain

Residents and small business owners feel fortunate there weren't massive problems as an atmospheric river rolled through the town of San Anselmo.

Nov 23

Man found dead in Santa Rosa creek, cause of death under investigation

A man's death is under investigation in Santa Rosa after he was found dead in a creek Saturday morning after an atmospheric river dumped rain, authorities said.

Nov 23

Northern California driver dies after vehicle found in floodwaters

A man died when he was found in a flooded vehicle after an atmospheric river dumped heavy rain in Northern California, authorities said.

Nov 23

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Sports

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Josh Jacobs runs for 3 TDs as Packers roll to 38-10 triumph over short-handed 49ers

Josh Jacobs rushed for 106 yards and matched a career high with three touchdowns and the Green Bay Packers trounced the short-handed San Francisco 49ers 38-10.

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Warriors outscored by 20 in final quarter, lose to Wembanyama, Spurs 104-94

Victor Wembanyama scored 25 points, Harrison Barnes had 22 and the San Antonio Spurs overcame a 17-point third quarter deficit to beat the Golden State Warriors 104-94.

Nov 23

Sharks retire Joe Thornton's No. 19 jersey in an emotional ceremony

Joe Thornton spent a career setting up his teammates with the perfect passes that helped them score goals.

Nov 23

Mendoza throws for three touchdowns, Cal rallies over Stanford in Big Game for 24-21 win

Fernando Mendoza threw for 299 yards and three touchdowns, Jonathan Brady had two touchdown catches and the go-ahead score and California rallied to beat Stanford 24-21 in the first Big Game as members of the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Nov 23

49ers' Brock Purdy to miss Sunday's game with shoulder injury, Bosa also out

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will miss Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers with a sore throwing shoulder.

Nov 22

Bay Area Crime

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SF judge dismisses majority of charges against Golden Gate Bridge protesters

A San Francisco judge dismissed most of the charges against an activist group arrested in the Golden Gate Bridge case, a press release issued Friday said.

Nov 24

10-year-old Antioch girl fights back against would be carjacker, police say

A 10-year-old girl from Antioch is being credited for thwarting an attempted carjacking of her mother's vehicle by fighting off a would-be thief on Wednesday, police said.

Nov 22

BART San Leandro station reopens following police activity

BART's San Leandro station was closed Friday afternoon because of police activity, the agency said.

Nov 22

San Jose boxing instructor accused of sex crimes against students, co-worker

The manager of a boxing gym in San Jose has been arrested on felony sexual assault charges after he allegedly committed sex crimes against three women, prosecutors said.

Nov 22

Bob Lee's family, friends testify as prosecution wraps up case against Nima Momeni

Prosecutors rested their case Thursday in the trial of Nima Momeni, the tech consultant accused of fatally stabbing Cash App founder Bob Lee in April 2023.

Nov 22

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Newsom vows California EV rebates if Trump administration kills federal tax credit

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.

updated 15M ago

Microsoft 365 is experiencing an outage. Here's what to know.

Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.

updated 6M ago

Bob Lee's family, friends testify as prosecution wraps up case against Nima Momeni

Prosecutors rested their case Thursday in the trial of Nima Momeni, the tech consultant accused of fatally stabbing Cash App founder Bob Lee in April 2023.

Nov 22

Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome

The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.

Nov 21

Reddit is down for many users, reports say. Here's what to know.

Reddit says it's investigating after users on Wednesday reported problems connecting to the online forum.

Nov 20

Health

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California has first confirmed U.S. case of bird flu in a child, CDC says

A California child was confirmed to be the first U.S. child to become infected with bird flu, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Friday.

Nov 22

Whole Foods organic carrots and celery recalled amid E. coli outbreak

Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.

Nov 22

Colgate To Eneter "Natural" Market With Deal To Buy Tom's Of Maine

Here's what to know about bacteria in Tom's of Maine's toothpaste

The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.

Nov 19

California health officials report possible bird flu case in Bay Area child

Officials with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) said they have identified a possible bird flu case in a child in Alameda County.

Nov 19

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First U.S. case of severe mpox strain reported in San Mateo County

The first case in the U.S. of a more severe strain of mpox was reported in San Mateo County, the California Department of Public Health said.

Nov 17

Politics

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Jack Smith seeks to dismiss charges against Trump in D.C. election case

Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.

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Newsom vows California EV rebates if Trump administration kills federal tax credit

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the state would renew a rebate program for electric vehicles if the incoming Trump administration eliminates the current federal tax credit.

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Trump Ally Bessent Says Yellen Using Post To Aid Biden 2024 Bid

Trump selects Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary

Scott Bessent, the founder of the Connecticut-based hedge fund Key Square Group, had been making a full-court press for the post.

Nov 23

Judge postpones Trump's New York "hush money" sentencing

Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.

Nov 22

Supreme Court tosses Facebook appeal in shareholder lawsuit

The Supreme Court issued its first opinion of the term, a one-line decision dismissing Facebook's appeal.

Nov 22

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Bay Area muxe community celebrates gender diversity in indigenous cultures

In many Indigenous cultures across the Americas, gender is recognized as fluid, contrasting sharply with Western norms. Jose Martinez reports.

Nov 18
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Bay Area muxe community celebrates gender diversity in indigenous cultures

In many Indigenous cultures across the Americas, gender is recognized as fluid, contrasting sharply with Western norms.

Nov 22

New lawsuit filed over transgender player on SJSU women's volleyball team

As San Jose State University women's volleyball team gears up for their final games of the regular season, a new lawsuit is challenging their post-season eligibility.

Nov 15

Community leader builds Day of the Dead altar to honor forgotten LGBTQ lives

Festivities began Friday for Dia de los Muertos -- or Day of the Dead, with those who celebrate preparing altars to honor family members who have passed.

Nov 4

Milpitas man guilty of domestic violence murder in 2021 killing of trans woman

A jury in Santa Clara County on Wednesday convicted a Milpitas man of murder for killing his transgender partner in 2021, prosecutors said.

Oct 16

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Chuck Woolery, host of "Love Connection" and "Scrabble," dies at 83

Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.

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Bay Area punk trio Victims Family celebrates four decades of music

Veteran Bay Area punk greats Victims Family returns to action with this intimate, sold-out show celebrating their 40th anniversary at the Big Easy in Petaluma Saturday night.

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Massive death metal tour comes to Great American Music Hall

The six-band Devastation of the Nation Tour topped by Morbid Angel alumni project I Am Morbid comes to the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco Wednesday night.

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Jonathan Majors' ex-girlfriend drops assault and defamation lawsuit

Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.

Nov 23

Alice Brock, inspiration of Arlo Guthrie's "Alice's Restaurant," dead at 83

Alice Brock, whose Massachusetts-based eatery helped inspire Arlo Guthrie's deadpan Thanksgiving standard, "Alice's Restaurant," has died at age 83.

Nov 22

Our Stories Define Us

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.

Nov 28, 2023

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.

Oct 13, 2023

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.

Mar 8, 2023

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.

Aug 18, 2023

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.

May 24, 2023

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Monday morning First Alert Weather forecast 11/25/24

Meteorologist Jessica Burch has a look at rain totals around the Bay Area and how long the wet weather will last.

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Series of late-night fireworks startle many Oakland residents

Many people in Oakland say they were startled when a series of fireworks went off Saturday night around 10 p.m.

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Where California's next atmospheric river is heading

More rain is coming to the Bay Area Monday and Tuesday but it won't be like anything we got over the last seven days.

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Guerneville residents clean up after floodwaters recede

Many people in Guerneville spent the day cleaning up after Russian River flood levels had gone down.

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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.

Nov 20

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.

Nov 19

Berkeley woman's mission to promote child literacy through poetry marks 40 years

This week's Jefferson Award winner is a Berkeley woman who has promoted child literacy for four decades, as host of a community TV show encouraging young poets.

Oct 30

Oakland martial arts instructors provide self-defense classes to vulnerable communities

With hate crimes on the rise in the U.S., a pair of Oakland women have been equipping people with self-defense tools for free.

Oct 23

SF man uses photography to share stories of Chinatown community

If a picture is worth a thousand words, what are two million photos worth? A history of Asian Americans in the Bay Area, for this week's Jefferson Award winner.

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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.

Oct 4

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.

Oct 4

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.

Oct 4

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?

Apr 5

Students Rising Above scholar Elmer Sosa

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.

Jan 12

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