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Pandemic-prompted drinking persists, according to a new study that shows a continued increase in alcohol use.
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Pandemic-prompted drinking persists, according to a new study that shows a continued increase in alcohol use.
San Francisco Muni's recovery from the pandemic downturn has hit another milestone. In September, more than half-million risers used the system every single weekday.
A judge sentenced a Northern California woman to nine years in prison on Tuesday for fraudulently obtaining more than $1 million in unemployment benefits during the height of the COVID pandemic.
Nationwide, the CDC says the COVID virus level in wastewater is now "high" for the first time since last winter.
The CDC says it is too early to say if this year's summer COVID-19 surge has arrived.
The LB.1 variant makes up close to 1 in 5 new COVID cases, the CDC estimates.
California's population increased in 2023 for the first time in three years.
California cities and counties still don't know how much they'll have to pay for Gov. Gavin Newsom's pandemic program to house homeless people in hotel rooms.
2024 has already proven to be a difficult year for layoffs, with a number of companies -- including several that are based in the Bay Area -- making significant job cuts in recent weeks, bringing uncertainty for workers across industries.
Sources in the room for Fauci's two-day interview told CBS News the meeting was cordial, but also revealed the intense and fractious political divide over his legacy and work.
The COVID-19 virus is continually changing, and a recent subvariant, the JN.1, is rapidly climbing the charts.
The prevalence of the JN.1 variant of COVID-19 looks to be highest in New York and New Jersey, where it makes up more than half of cases.
Most COVID-19 symptoms and guidelines for testing and treatment remain largely unchanged as cases from the JN.1 variant rise.
The JN.1 variant of COVID-19 is spreading, but health officials say the symptoms are not more severe and the added public health risk is "low."
President Joe Biden has made America's case to CEOs attending the Asia-Pacific summit in San Francisco that the United States is committed to high standards in trade that will benefit economies across the Pacific.
The United States and China are the two global economic heavyweights.
COVID-19 hospitalizations are increasing as respiratory virus season is picking up. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto speaks to an infectious disease doctor at Stanford health care, Dr. Aruna Subramanian, about how well these new shots protect against newer variants.
Say goodbye to refilling that Coke.
Dr. Abraar Karan, infectious disease physician at Stanford Health Care, discusses the latest COVID-19 variants of interest, the symptoms to be aware of, and the latest information on the next booster shot.
There are still ways for both insured and uninsured people to get free COVID-19 testing. Here's how.
In some places, the emergence of new COVID-19 variants is spurring the return of mask requirements and other safety measures.
San Francisco's response to the COVID-19 crisis resulted in one of the lowest coronavirus-related death tolls among U.S. metropolitan cities, a study has found.
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.
The union for thousands of West Coast dockworkers has reached a tentative agreement on a new contract after more than a year of negotiations and several work disruptions that snarled shipping traffic at some of the largest ports.
San Mateo-based software company Fujisoft Inc. will pay over $1 million for lying to receive a pandemic-related federal relief loan intended for small businesses.
In Scotts Valley, people are still trying to wrap their heads around a tornado that touched down in the busiest part of town on Saturday.
On Monday, a jury that will decide the fate of Nima Momeni will reconvene for a seventh day of deliberations.
Amidst all the talk about the failing retail economy and large stores going out of business, the Stonestown Galleria in San Francisco has discovered the irresistible allure of individual competition, and its fortunes may be changing because of it.
A body was located near where a missing person was last seen more than two weeks ago outside of Gilroy, authorities said.
Jennifer Lourenco, a teacher at Sinclear Elementary School in Ceres, was one of four people killed in a crash in Turlock, according to the school district.
In Scotts Valley, people are still trying to wrap their heads around a tornado that touched down in the busiest part of town on Saturday.
On Monday, a jury that will decide the fate of Nima Momeni will reconvene for a seventh day of deliberations.
Amidst all the talk about the failing retail economy and large stores going out of business, the Stonestown Galleria in San Francisco has discovered the irresistible allure of individual competition, and its fortunes may be changing because of it.
A body was located near where a missing person was last seen more than two weeks ago outside of Gilroy, authorities said.
Jennifer Lourenco, a teacher at Sinclear Elementary School in Ceres, was one of four people killed in a crash in Turlock, according to the school district.
On Monday, a jury that will decide the fate of Nima Momeni will reconvene for a seventh day of deliberations.
Amidst all the talk about the failing retail economy and large stores going out of business, the Stonestown Galleria in San Francisco has discovered the irresistible allure of individual competition, and its fortunes may be changing because of it.
The Bay Area can expect mostly sunny to cloudy skies during the day on Sunday, but there will be more rain early Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
San Francisco Fire Department responded to a one-alarm warehouse fire in Minnesota and Mariposa street on Saturday morning.
The major windstorm overnight caused big problems in many parts of San Francisco. City workers were overwhelmed by the amount of downed trees and power lines.
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.
BART police released body camera footage Friday from two officers who were involved in a November traffic stop at the Union City station parking lot during which one of them shot and injured the woman they pulled over.
The Port of Oakland is appealing a court ruling that temporarily blocks it from using its new airport name, San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport.
The Grinch almost stole Christmas from an East Bay family. A group of thieves raided a Benicia business and drove off with 51 years of memories and something that still connected Michael Dodge with his late father - a 1973 Chevrolet Corvette.
A man was shot and killed in a residential neighborhood a block south of Oakland's Park Boulevard on Wednesday night, according to police.
A body was located near where a missing person was last seen more than two weeks ago outside of Gilroy, authorities said.
A tornado touched down in the Northern California town of Scotts Valley near Santa Cruz Saturday afternoon, flipping cars and knocking down power lines, according to authorities.
An Amber Alert was issued for a 17-year-old girl from San Jose after she was taken late Friday night, the California Highway Patrol said.
Firefighters in San Jose rescued multiple residents as they worked to contain a two-alarm fire at an apartment building that broke out Friday evening, according to authorities.
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.
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 National Weather Service has issued flood and wind watches for parts of the Bay Area, as a strong storm is set to arrive in the Bay Area just in time for the weekend.
A small, unassuming building within the harsh concrete gates and extensive security of San Quentin Rehabilitation Center is open to the public, filled with often unsettling artifacts from the history of California's most infamous prison.
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.
NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss told fans worried about his health that he's a "cancer survivor" in an Instagram livestream Friday afternoon.
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said linebacker De'Vondre Campbell won't be part of the team moving forward after he refused to enter a game after losing his starting job.
On Monday, a jury that will decide the fate of Nima Momeni will reconvene for a seventh day of deliberations.
An Amber Alert was issued for a 17-year-old girl from San Jose after she was taken late Friday night, the California Highway Patrol said.
BART police released body camera footage Friday from two officers who were involved in a November traffic stop at the Union City station parking lot during which one of them shot and injured the woman they pulled over.
The New York Field Office of the FBI on Friday confirmed that San Francisco police provided a tip regarding the possible identity of the suspect in the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City last week.
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.
On Monday, a jury that will decide the fate of Nima Momeni will reconvene for a seventh day of deliberations.
TikTok is now expected to ask the Supreme Court to weigh in.
Jurors in the trial of Nima Momeni, the man charged with murdering Cash App founder Bob Lee in San Francisco, were unable to reach a verdict during the sixth day of deliberations since getting the case.
Character.AI users can create original chatbots or interact with existing bots. Two lawsuits allege those bots harmed teen users.
Researchers at Stanford University believe a newly developed AI tool could help in the fight against 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 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.
Feds warn against eating multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads, wraps, party trays and meal kits.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi underwent a successful hip replacement after an injury in Europe.
TikTok is now expected to ask the Supreme Court to weigh in.
Tech companies are sending big bucks to President-elect Donald Trump's nonprofit inaugural committee.
The Supreme Court said it will wade into a case over whether California can set its own vehicle emissions standards under a scheme laid out in the Clean Air Act.
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency director of transportation Jeffrey Tumlin has announced he will leave his position as the head of the transit agency at the end of 2024.
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.
The "Nutcracker" is a Bay Area holiday tradition, with the first U.S. production of the iconic Christmas ballet staged in San Francisco 80 years ago.
Whether it's a photo of the Golden Gate Bridge from a never-before-seen angle, a handmade burnished clay pot or a Peruvian alpaca shawl, holiday craft fairs all over the Bay Area offer wares ranging from the whimsical to the useful and always original.
Bonnie Raitt reflects on her 50-year career, including iconic hits like "I Can't Make You Love Me" to her recent Kennedy Center honor.
Legendary ska/punk/funk outfit Fishbone return to the Bay Area on their Red Hot Holiday Tour next week, headlining shows in Petaluma, Santa Cruz and San Francisco.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom announced the 18th class inductees on Thursday.
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.
On Monday, a jury that will decide the fate of Nima Momeni will reconvene for a seventh day of deliberations.
A wet morning commute is expected.
Round 1 arcade is helping bring customers out to the Stonestown Galleria as malls struggle to compete with online shopping.
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The downed trees are gone and traffic lights should be restored soon after a tornado touched down in Scotts Valley on Saturday.
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.