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Elon Musk's pledge to give away $1 million a day to voters for signing his PAC's petition is prompting questions about its legality.
The University of California Board of Regents are banning employees from posting political statements on the homepages of university websites, saying such comments could be interpreted as the university's official view.
One San Francisco bookstore is fighting book bans by shipping LGBT+ books to directly the Deep South for free.
Oakland Tech High School senior Aliyah Sharif is searching for answers after an article she wrote about the conflict in Gaza was removed from the school newspaper's website.
Kenny Choi reports on a student at Oakland Tech High School who claims a story she wrote for the school newspaper on the Israel-Hamas conflict was censored.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill to ban school boards from rejecting textbooks based on their teachings about the contributions of people from different racial backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. worked to defend himself against accusations that he traffics in racist and hateful online conspiracy theories, testifying at a House hearing.
San Francisco State University announced Thursday that three athletic programs will be disbanded at the end of the school year, as the school's athletics program faces a major deficit.
At the corner of 16th Street and Mission, a well-known hub for illicit activity, San Francisco police officers moved in late Wednesday night, conducting a raid aimed at clearing out illegal vending and drug sales.
People experiencing homelessness in San Jose who refuse offers of interim shelter will face arrest under a proposal unveiled Thursday by Mayor Matt Mahan.
A man was arrested Wednesday evening near Sonoma after leading a vehicle chase with sheriff's deputies, the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office said.
California's Democratic governor is already facing blowback from his own party after comments he made in the debut episode of his podcast "This is Gavin Newsom."
San Francisco State University announced Thursday that three athletic programs will be disbanded at the end of the school year, as the school's athletics program faces a major deficit.
At the corner of 16th Street and Mission, a well-known hub for illicit activity, San Francisco police officers moved in late Wednesday night, conducting a raid aimed at clearing out illegal vending and drug sales.
People experiencing homelessness in San Jose who refuse offers of interim shelter will face arrest under a proposal unveiled Thursday by Mayor Matt Mahan.
A man was arrested Wednesday evening near Sonoma after leading a vehicle chase with sheriff's deputies, the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office said.
California's Democratic governor is already facing blowback from his own party after comments he made in the debut episode of his podcast "This is Gavin Newsom."
San Francisco State University announced Thursday that three athletic programs will be disbanded at the end of the school year, as the school's athletics program faces a major deficit.
At the corner of 16th Street and Mission, a well-known hub for illicit activity, San Francisco police officers moved in late Wednesday night, conducting a raid aimed at clearing out illegal vending and drug sales.
As tariffs on products from Canada and Mexico went into effect this week. Some businesses have taken steps to offset potential impacts.
While many gathered today to receive ashes, a symbol of faith, worshippers in North Beach also lifted up special prayers for Pope Francis.
Fire officials in San Francisco on Wednesday confirmed that six people were pulled from the water at Marina Green after three sail boats tipped over, but none of the individuals rescued required medical attention.
Police in Oakland have launched a kidnapping investigation after a woman was captured on video being dragged into a vehicle near an East Oakland school Tuesday.
BART's Pittsburg Center station will be closed this weekend for the installation of new fare gates.
A person died in a structure fire in Concord on Wednesday evening, according to fire officials.
Authorities with the California Highway Patrol on Wednesday confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with a freeway shooting in Oakland Tuesday morning that shut down southbound I-880.
The Oakland Ballers on Wednesday announced that two Bay Area music icons were joining the team's ownership group with the addition of legendary rapper Too Short and Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong.
People experiencing homelessness in San Jose who refuse offers of interim shelter will face arrest under a proposal unveiled Thursday by Mayor Matt Mahan.
Police in San Jose announced the arrests of three teenage suspects in an early-morning crime rampage and are seeking the public's help in identifying and finding a fourth suspect.
A community of support is critical for people recovering from addiction and other challenges, and in San Jose, a new model of care is making a big difference, thanks in part to a local pastor.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued Wednesday for the Morgan Hill / Gilroy area, which included the possibility of a tornado, the National Weather Service said.
The annual Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival in Silicon Valley presents a powerhouse schedule of 238 films this month.
A man was arrested Wednesday evening near Sonoma after leading a vehicle chase with sheriff's deputies, the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office said.
A Santa Rosa man who sexually assaulted and bludgeoned his victim, leaving her permanently disfigured, walked free after being sentenced to probation instead of state prison over the objection of prosecutors and prison officials.
In the world of wine, there's one ingredient you can't bottle.
Amid ongoing federal employee layoffs ordered by the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency, one protest in the North Bay featured people who might traditionally be supportive of a conservative Republican president.
A raid on a home in Santa Rosa Tuesday described by police as a longtime "nuisance residence" resulted in the arrest of two people and the seizure of drugs and guns, police said.
San Francisco State University announced Thursday that three athletic programs will be disbanded at the end of the school year, as the school's athletics program faces a major deficit.
The Athletics have hired Marc Badain, who played a vital role in the Raiders locating to Las Vegas, as the organization's new president.
The Oakland Ballers on Wednesday announced that two Bay Area music icons were joining the team's ownership group with the addition of legendary rapper Too Short and Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong.
Rookie center Macklin Celebrini has been steadfast in staying upbeat amidst a losing season in which the young, rebuilding San Jose Sharks are in jeopardy of finishing last in the NHL standings for a second consecutive year.
Stephen Curry had 28 points while running his personal record to 12-1 at Madison Square Garden, and the Warriors beat the Knicks 114-102 on Tuesday.
At the corner of 16th Street and Mission, a well-known hub for illicit activity, San Francisco police officers moved in late Wednesday night, conducting a raid aimed at clearing out illegal vending and drug sales.
A man was arrested Wednesday evening near Sonoma after leading a vehicle chase with sheriff's deputies, the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office said.
Police in San Jose announced the arrests of three teenage suspects in an early-morning crime rampage and are seeking the public's help in identifying and finding a fourth suspect.
Police in Oakland have launched a kidnapping investigation after a woman was captured on video being dragged into a vehicle near an East Oakland school Tuesday.
A Santa Rosa man who sexually assaulted and bludgeoned his victim, leaving her permanently disfigured, walked free after being sentenced to probation instead of state prison over the objection of prosecutors and prison officials.
A Northern California lawmaker has introduced a proposal seeking to regulate artificial intelligence used to manage employees in the workplace, including a ban on using software to hire and fire employees without human oversight.
Microsoft will soon switch off Skype, a pioneering telecom and video call platform that emerged from the rubble of the dotcom era.
The State Bar of California has announced that retakes of the state's new bar exam will be offered as test takers reported numerous issues with the two-day test used to license attorneys.
Instagram users reported violent and other inappropriate content showing up in their Reels feeds.
Apple credits its DEI program as helping make the iPhone maker the most valuable company in the world.
Breakfast chain cites supply shortages and surging prices in its tacking on of temporary extra fee for meals with eggs.
Drug overdoses took a deadly toll in Santa Rosa over the weekend. Police are investigating the deaths of four young people, and the hospitalization of two more, to see if they are connected to a man arrested for selling narcotics, possibly laced with fentanyl.
Recalled supplemental shakes were distributed to hospitals and long-term care facilities nationwide, federal officials say.
Famed conductor and longtime director of the San Francisco Symphony Michael Tilson Thomas announced that his brain tumor has returned and that he is planning to lead his final performance in April.
The move comes amid a government-wide effort to cut probationary workers by the Department of Government Efficiency task force led by billionaire Elon Musk.
People experiencing homelessness in San Jose who refuse offers of interim shelter will face arrest under a proposal unveiled Thursday by Mayor Matt Mahan.
California's Democratic governor is already facing blowback from his own party after comments he made in the debut episode of his podcast "This is Gavin Newsom."
A Northern California lawmaker has introduced a proposal seeking to regulate artificial intelligence used to manage employees in the workplace, including a ban on using software to hire and fire employees without human oversight.
President Trump on Thursday said he is pausing 25% tariffs on U.S. imports from Mexico and Canada.
An analysis by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office showed that House GOP budget goals could not be reached without reducing spending on Medicaid.
The Trump administration is gearing up to investigate schools for potential Title IX violations for allowing transgender women to compete in women's sports, including San Jose State.
The NCAA updated its policy one day after the administration's order banning transgender athletes from competing on female teams.
The order directs that federally-run insurance programs, including TRICARE and Medicaid, exclude coverage for gender-affirming care for those under 19.
A Milpitas man convicted in the 2021 domestic violence murder of his transgender partner has been sentenced, prosecutors said.
John Ramos reports on how transgender advocates reacted to President Trump's announcement the government would only recognize two genders.
A massive lineup of rock legends will be rolling through Discovery Park in Sacramento for Aftershock 2025.
The Oakland Ballers on Wednesday announced that two Bay Area music icons were joining the team's ownership group with the addition of legendary rapper Too Short and Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong.
International garage-rock duo the Fabulous Courettes returns to San Francisco Sunday for this early show at the Make-Out Room with opening Oakland surf/garage instrumental trio the Greasy Gills.
The annual Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival in Silicon Valley presents a powerhouse schedule of 238 films this month.
Carl Dean, the husband of Dolly Parton, died Monday in Nashville, the singer said in a statement.
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
Meteorologist and CBS News Bay Area's resident pilot Lt. Jessica Burch got a treat during Fleet Week, taking to the skies with one of the Blue Angels.
A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
A Mexican restaurant in San Francisco’s Sunset District has been stocking up on essential items, as the Trump administration threatens tariffs. Sooji Nam reports.
Heading into the weekend, expect dry conditions and warmer temperatures. Early next week, a wet weather pattern returns. Paul Heggen has the forecast.
At the corner of 16th Street and Mission, a well-known hub for illicit activity, San Francisco police officers moved in late Wednesday night, conducting a raid aimed at clearing out illegal vending and drug sales. But within hours, the familiar scenes returned. Lauren Toms reports.
People experiencing homelessness in San Jose who refuse offers of interim shelter will face arrest under a proposal unveiled Thursday by Mayor Matt Mahan.
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It's the most wonderful time of the year for a South Bay woman who has played Mrs. Claus for more than 40 years for the children of North San Jose's Alviso District.
For residents of the Oakland Hills, the prospect of another wildfire always remains a concern. This week's Jefferson Awards winner has made it his mission to make the hills and other high-risk areas safer.
In East Palo Alto -- where state education numbers show more than nine in ten public school students are low income and more than half are English learners -- many are finding hope and connection at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula.
This week's Jefferson Award winner is Army veteran who continues to live a life of service into his 80s, by feeding hundreds of San Francisco families a week.
A Bay Area man who overcame tremendous obstacles to excel in school has made it his mission to gear up other students for success in the classroom and in life.
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
Samir Hooker had to grow up fast after his stepfather was shot dead 12 years ago. Now he is watching over his mom and sister while attending UC Berkeley.
It's hard enough to graduate from one of the most prestigious schools in the country when you're the first in your family to go to college. Imagine doing that while you're also trying to protect your parents from being deported?
Some students who are the first in their families to go to college face the challenge of balancing a rigorous academic load while still working to help support their family back home.