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No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
The CDC recommends that immunocompromised people and those age 65 and older should get a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID vaccine.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
New COVID vaccines have arrived at some pharmacies in the Bay Area, with the updated shots targeting the new variant that fueled a summer surge.
New COVID-19 vaccines have arrived at pharmacies in the Bay Area, designed to target the most recent FLiRT variants that have become dominant this summer. Sooji Nam reports. 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
The updated COVID-10 shots for fall 2024 are rolling out earlier than last year.
The CDC is reportedly weighing a revision to COVID-19 guidance which could allow people who test positive to return to work sooner.
Opposition to vaccines and mainstream science has become politically charged, making dangerous misinformation harder to fight.
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."
"COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising quickly," the CDC said, and the new variant JN.1 is making up an increasing share of cases.
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
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.
The updated Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines are now available at some pharmacies like CVS after the CDC and FDA signed off on them last week.
The variant, which has an unusually large number of mutations, has also been spotted in numerous countries, but remains rare for now.
Vaccine experts considered narrower recommendations for only higher-risk groups, but decided almost all Americans could benefit.
The new shots are similar to previously approved formulas but were updated to target strains of the virus descended from Omicron.
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.
The latest round of boosters comes amid a swath of changes now greenlighted by FDA and CDC to COVID-19 vaccines.
Berkeley will drop its COVID-19 vaccination requirement for city employees on March 1, aligning with the end of the state's pandemic emergency declaration.
Most Americans will continue to get vaccines for free, but tests and antiviral pills could get costly later this year.
Children in California won't have to get the coronavirus vaccine to attend schools, state public health officials confirmed Friday, ending one of the last major restrictions of the pandemic in the nation's most populous state.
Sonoma County officials announced Thursday that the COVID-19 vaccine clinics in Rohnert Park and Roseland will close by the end of the month.
"I'm grateful to be vaccinated and boosted, which has kept my case mild, and I urge everyone to do the same," said the 76-year-old former president.
A North Bay naturopathic doctor who sold fake COVID-19 immunization treatments and fraudulent vaccination cards during the height of the coronavirus pandemic was sentenced Tuesday to nearly three years in prison.
Santa Clara County's top health official urged residents Monday to get an updated COVID-19 booster vaccine if they are eligible to do so as the holiday season approaches.
A high demand for air purifiers brought dozens of residents to a giveaway event on Saturday afternoon, with a line stretching over a block before the event even began at 12:30 p.m.
An Oakland man who served in World War II turned 100 years old and had some things to say about the country that called him to duty.
A search is underway in Hillsborough for a suspect after police said an officer was shot in the police department's parking lot Saturday evening.
Elon Musk's instructions came after President Trump praised the head of DOGE but would like to see him get more aggressive in reducing the federal government.
The actor who played Charlie's mother in "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" and starred in "Pee-wee's Playhouse" died at age 78 on Friday, a spokesperson for the actress confirmed to CBS News.
A high demand for air purifiers brought dozens of residents to a giveaway event on Saturday afternoon, with a line stretching over a block before the event even began at 12:30 p.m.
An Oakland man who served in World War II turned 100 years old and had some things to say about the country that called him to duty.
A search is underway in Hillsborough for a suspect after police said an officer was shot in the police department's parking lot Saturday evening.
The actor who played Charlie's mother in "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" and starred in "Pee-wee's Playhouse" died at age 78 on Friday, a spokesperson for the actress confirmed to CBS News.
Concord police said a would-be armed robber was shot and killed at a convenience store Friday night.
San Francisco's police union is letting embattled San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus know in no uncertain terms that she won't be welcome at an upcoming event to honor women patrol officers.
The San Francisco Police Department is warning residents to be on the lookout for gaping holes in the sidewalk, thanks to widespread theft of utility covers.
The excitement of NBA All-Star Weekend is still alive at the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco, where the nonprofit was honored with special support and experiences for participating youth as well as a sizeable donation.
Three-time American League Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander turned 42 years old on Thursday and is still hoping reach the 300-win mark as he prepares for his 20th big league season and first with the San Francisco Giants.
An executive order by President Donald Trump is targeting the Presidio Trust, the federal agency that manages San Francisco's historic and cherished Presidio National Park, calling it "unnecessary."
A high demand for air purifiers brought dozens of residents to a giveaway event on Saturday afternoon, with a line stretching over a block before the event even began at 12:30 p.m.
An Oakland man who served in World War II turned 100 years old and had some things to say about the country that called him to duty.
Concord police said a would-be armed robber was shot and killed at a convenience store Friday night.
Denise Pinkston has been brainstorming on paper -- and in her mind -- more ways to create affordable housing ever since she realized state laws for decades made it nearly impossible to build accessory dwelling units, also known as ADUs.
Police in Antioch on Friday confirmed the arrest of a woman who allegedly left her four young children unattended at a home that a Contra Costa Fire hazmat crew determined to be uninhabitable, authorities said.
A Sunnyvale police officer who shot and killed a knife-wielding 19-year-old having a mental health crisis acted lawfully after the teen lunged at him, the DA's office said.
A convicted child-killer and rapist was denied parole by a jury, according to prosecutors, nearly a decade since his crimes shocked Santa Cruz County and the rest of the country.
A pair of bank-robbery suspects from Henderson, Nevada, who were already in custody have been charged in connection with the attempted kidnapping of a bank employee in San Jose last November, according to police.
A San Jose man was arrested earlier this week on suspicion of committing multiple retail thefts at a business over the course of nearly a year starting in 2023, according to police.
October was among the top driest months on record for many locations across the Bay Area. However, the weather whiplash quickly arrived in November with an extremely strong atmospheric river.
The price of eggs is soaring, adding to the burden many Bay Area residents are already feeling with rising food costs over the last several years.
The California Faculty Association, students and other unions will hold a rally at Sonoma State University on Friday ahead of an on-campus legislative forum with several lawmakers that will discuss planned cuts to the school and the California State University system.
Marching to the beat of a drum, protesters on Thursday picketed outside of a Hispanic Chamber of Commerce event calling on the Sonoma County Sheriff to not cooperate with ICE officials looking to arrest undocumented immigrants.
The board of the Vallejo City Unified School District decided on Wednesday night to close two schools amid a budget shortfall, the district said.
A head-on crash in Mill Valley left both drivers with serious injuries Wednesday evening, police said.
Buddy Hield and Moses Moody had 22 points each and the Golden State Warriors beat the Sacramento Kings 132-106.
The excitement of NBA All-Star Weekend is still alive at the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco, where the nonprofit was honored with special support and experiences for participating youth as well as a sizeable donation.
Victor Wembanyama is expected to miss the remainder of the season with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder, the San Antonio Spurs announced.
Three-time American League Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander turned 42 years old on Thursday and is still hoping reach the 300-win mark as he prepares for his 20th big league season and first with the San Francisco Giants.
San Francisco officials and residents went into NBA All-Star Weekend hoping to show the world their city is something to be proud of.
A search is underway in Hillsborough for a suspect after police said an officer was shot in the police department's parking lot Saturday evening.
Concord police said a would-be armed robber was shot and killed at a convenience store Friday night.
Police in Tracy on Friday asked for the public's assistance finding two women authorities sarcastically described as "criminal masterminds" who were caught on camera after allegedly using stolen credit cars they took from an older woman.
Police in Antioch on Friday confirmed the arrest of a woman who allegedly left her four young children unattended at a home that a Contra Costa Fire hazmat crew determined to be uninhabitable, authorities said.
A Sunnyvale police officer who shot and killed a knife-wielding 19-year-old having a mental health crisis acted lawfully after the teen lunged at him, the DA's office said.
Meta appears unable to keep up with the spread of sexualized, deepfake images of stars including Miranda Cosgrove and Scarlett Johansson on Facebook.
Since being pulled from Apple and Google stores last month, TikTok had remained operational for those in the U.S. who had already downloaded the app, though updates were unavailable.
Also omitted is Indigenous Peoples Month, Hispanic Heritage Month and Holocaust Remembrance Day, according to social media users and product experts.
Billionaire Elon Musk is leading a group of investors in a $97.4 billion bid to take control of artificial intelligence pioneer OpenAI.
There are a lot of lessons the late Roy Clay Sr., "the Godfather of Silicon Valley," taught his children, and one of them is being turned into a children's book
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.
Officials with the Bay Area Air District said began getting complaints about odor coming from Martinez Refinery Company hours before the fire that injured six people started earlier this month.
No states mandate that students receive the COVID-19 vaccine, though other vaccine requirements remain in place.
Recalled rolling coolers were sold for a six-year period by retailers nationwide including Amazon, Costco and Target.
San Francisco is ramping up its efforts to battle a deadly fentanyl crisis with the city's new mayor declaring a state of emergency because of the drug's impact.
An Oakland man who served in World War II turned 100 years old and had some things to say about the country that called him to duty.
Elon Musk's instructions came after President Trump praised the head of DOGE but would like to see him get more aggressive in reducing the federal government.
Denise Pinkston has been brainstorming on paper -- and in her mind -- more ways to create affordable housing ever since she realized state laws for decades made it nearly impossible to build accessory dwelling units, also known as ADUs.
Oakland spent nearly $1.7 million on unauthorized overtime in two departments during a period of several years due to a payroll system problem, according to a recent city auditor's report.
"The press and all people in the United States have the right to choose their own words and not be retaliated against by the government," the AP said in its lawsuit.
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.
The actor who played Charlie's mother in "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" and starred in "Pee-wee's Playhouse" died at age 78 on Friday, a spokesperson for the actress confirmed to CBS News.
Amazon MGM Studios and longtime Bond custodians Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli formed a new joint venture in which they will co-own James Bond intellectual property rights.
The widespread destruction of old growth trees for ranching and farming is making it harder to get the wood traditionally used to make guitars, including mahogany and Brazilian rosewood.
Already established in his homeland of Brazil as a star, samba-funk songwriter Rogê brings his current tour with Reno-based soul quartet the Sextones to the San Francisco Bay Area Saturday when they play Ashkenaz in Berkeley.
One of the most gifted songwriters and musicians to emerge from the San Francisco garage-rock scene during the late 2000s, Ty Segall brings his current solo acoustic tour with fellow traveler King Tuff this weekend.
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 high demand for air purifiers brought dozens of residents to a giveaway event on Saturday afternoon, with a line stretching over a block before the event even began at 12:30 p.m.
Here's a look at the weather forecast.
In Oakland, a man who served in World War II turned 100 years old and had some things to say about the country that called him to duty.
An investigation is underway after an officer-involved shooting in Hillsborough.
Concord police said a would-be armed robber was shot and killed at a convenience store Friday night.
In 2025, KPIX is moving to a new community service award: the CBS News Bay Area Icon Award. Submit nominations for an outstanding community hero at kpix.com/icon.
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.