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Google, Facebook, Apple and other major tech companies are teaming up to demand that the government reform its digital surveillance programs with an open letter to President Obama.
Private tech company buses and shuttles that have been using San Francisco Municipal Railway bus stops could soon have to follow some new rules as the city's transportation agency board is set to decide on proposed regulations in January.
After Amazon announced they're working on drone delivery service, there are reports Google may be working on creating a fleet of robots.
A state commission isn't thrilled about the lack of information it's getting from Google about the mysterious high-tech barge the company is constructing at Treasure Island.
Scientists at Nissan's new research facility in Sunnyvale are working to put affordable driver-less cars on U.S. roadways.
Our technology expert says prices of unlocked phones are coming down and that they offer the consumer more flexibility to shop for different packages from cell phone carriers.
Some of the most popular websites are stepping up their encryption efforts to stop unauthorized snooping.
Google has agreed to take down a satellite image on Google Maps that shows a crime scene involving the death of a 14-year-old boy.
Google is rebuffing governments more frequently as authorities in the U.S. and other countries get more aggressive about mining the Internet for information about people's online activities.
Google-owned Motorola Mobility has filed paperwork to patent an "electronic skin tattoo" coupled to a mobile communication device that would work to cancel out noise during conversation, but could also function as a lie detector.
Documents submitted to the Port of San Francisco have shed new light on Google's mysterious barge docked off Treasure Island.
A brief statement released Wednesday from the internet giant puts an end to weeks of speculation about the purpose of structures on two barges, the San Francisco Bay project and another off Portland, Maine.
Google has opened a how-to shop that sells expert advice on everything from cosmetics to the cosmos in live video sessions streamed on computers and smartphones.
Google is erecting a four-story structure in the heart of the San Francisco Bay but is managing to conceal its purpose by constructing it on docked barges instead of on land, where city building permits and public plans are mandatory.
Google's executive chairman has called the alleged spy tracking of communication data by the National Security Agency "outrageous" and potentially illegal, according to a published report.
Google's mysterious floating barge on San Francisco Bay will feature luxury showrooms and a party deck for the tech giant to market Google Glass and other gadgets to invitation-only clients, multiple sources told KPIX 5.
The Obama administration has recruited engineers from several prominent technology companies to help fix the technological problems preventing people from signing up for government-mandated health insurance.
Google is staying silent about a mysterious barge off Treasure Island. Meanwhile, KPIX 5 has received comment from the U.S. Coast Guard about the project, and has obtained details about the barges and who owns them.
The National Security Agency has secretly broken into the main communications links that connect Yahoo and Google data centers around the world, the Washington Post reported, citing documents obtained from former NSA contractor Edward Snowden.
San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee and other local officials said Google has left them in the dark about a massive barge off Treasure Island, days after KPIX 5 first reported on the mysterious project.
A new Twitter presence surfaced Monday, just days after KPIX 5 reported that Google is believed to be building floating structures to market Google Glass — the cutting edge wearable computer that the company has under development.
After KPIX 5 reported on Google's mysterious project on a barge off Treasure Island, reports have surfaced of the tech giant building similar floating structures outside of the Bay Area.
Google is expanding the availability of its Internet connected eyewear Google Glass to more people, but not the general public just yet.
KPIX 5 has learned a mysterious barge floating on Treasure Island belongs to Google. But the project may be sunk before it ever opens for business.
In some ways, computers make ideal drivers: They don't drink and then climb behind the wheel.
Two young adults and a juvenile were arrested as suspects in a fatal San Jose shooting last month that police say was gang-related.
A man was shot in Pittsburg on Tuesday afternoon in what police are calling a case of road rage.
A pedestrian died in a crash early Wednesday morning on southbound Interstate Highway 680 in San Ramon, according to the California Highway Patrol.
A solo vehicle crash involving a Tesla Cybertruck left three people dead early Wednesday morning in the Northern California city of Piedmont, authorities said.
A 35-year-old man was found guilty of fatally shooting someone after an altercation in 2022 outside of a San Leandro cocktail bar, according to prosecutors.
Two young adults and a juvenile were arrested as suspects in a fatal San Jose shooting last month that police say was gang-related.
A man was shot in Pittsburg on Tuesday afternoon in what police are calling a case of road rage.
A pedestrian died in a crash early Wednesday morning on southbound Interstate Highway 680 in San Ramon, according to the California Highway Patrol.
A solo vehicle crash involving a Tesla Cybertruck left three people dead early Wednesday morning in the Northern California city of Piedmont, authorities said.
A 35-year-old man was found guilty of fatally shooting someone after an altercation in 2022 outside of a San Leandro cocktail bar, according to prosecutors.
A new California law will require hairstylists to train for all types and textures of hair.
San Carlos became the first city in San Mateo County to call for Sheriff Corpus to step down after it took a position of no confidence in the sheriff.
A man was arrested after allegedly forcing his way into an occupied home in Palo Alto before being confronted by a resident of the home, police said Tuesday.
CHP issued a severe traffic alert Tuesday afternoon due to a multiple vehicle injury crash that blocked multiple southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 101 in San Francisco.
Housing for just $700 a month is now a reality in San Francisco.
A man was shot in Pittsburg on Tuesday afternoon in what police are calling a case of road rage.
A pedestrian died in a crash early Wednesday morning on southbound Interstate Highway 680 in San Ramon, according to the California Highway Patrol.
A solo vehicle crash involving a Tesla Cybertruck left three people dead early Wednesday morning in the Northern California city of Piedmont, authorities said.
A 35-year-old man was found guilty of fatally shooting someone after an altercation in 2022 outside of a San Leandro cocktail bar, according to prosecutors.
A man suspected to be on a stolen motorcycle died in Fremont on Saturday after the bike collided with a fence, according to police.
Two young adults and a juvenile were arrested as suspects in a fatal San Jose shooting last month that police say was gang-related.
Following a vote held by the Santa Clara Valley Water District, camping will no longer be allowed near most waterways countywide.
Police in San Jose on Tuesday confirmed the recent arrest of a retail theft suspect who was allegedly involved in dozens of separate incidents stealing Lego sets and other merchandise from South Bay Target stores since August.
Three people were stabbed during a brawl at a Monterey County home Sunday night in what investigators believe was the violent culmination of an online obsession.
President-elect Trump's promises on immigration and his appointment of border czar have caused uncertainty and spurred action from Bay Area communities and organizations.
Human remains discovered in rural Mendocino County in 2012 were identified as a 21-year-old man reported missing in Washington state in 1986, the Mendocino County Sheriff's Office.
The North Bay saw record rainfall last week, which is good news for the state's water supply that has been healthy for the past two years after a lengthy drought.
A crash Monday afternoon involving three vehicles in Vallejo left one person dead and three others injured, police said Tuesday.
Sonoma County is still dealing with the impact of last week's historic rainfall, with some local residents raising concerns about whether area officials did enough to warn people.
Sunday's mostly dry weather provided a brief window for Guerneville and Forestville residents to assess flooding damage and clean up.
Blake Snell has agreed to a $182 million, five-year contract with the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, according to a person with direct knowledge of the negotiations.
Dennis Schroder scored 31 points, Cam Thomas added 23, and the undermanned Brooklyn Nets rallied to beat Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors 128-120.
San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy took part in some light throwing after missing his first career game due to an injury, and the 49ers are hoping he can return this week.
A judge has rejected a request to block a San Jose State women's volleyball team member from playing in a conference tournament on grounds that she's transgender.
Getting blown out in Green Bay following another squandered late lead the previous week against Seattle has quickly turned the San Francisco 49ers from a Super Bowl contender into a team just fighting to get back to the playoffs.
Two young adults and a juvenile were arrested as suspects in a fatal San Jose shooting last month that police say was gang-related.
A man was shot in Pittsburg on Tuesday afternoon in what police are calling a case of road rage.
A 35-year-old man was found guilty of fatally shooting someone after an altercation in 2022 outside of a San Leandro cocktail bar, according to prosecutors.
A man suspected to be on a stolen motorcycle died in Fremont on Saturday after the bike collided with a fence, according to police.
Human remains discovered in rural Mendocino County in 2012 were identified as a 21-year-old man reported missing in Washington state in 1986, the Mendocino County Sheriff's Office.
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.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
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.
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.
Reddit says it's investigating after users on Wednesday reported problems connecting to the online forum.
Bay Area Air Quality Management District regulators are asking people not to burn wood during the Thanksgiving holiday to help reduce air pollution and protect public health.
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.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Officials with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) said they have identified a possible bird flu case in a child in Alameda County.
Following a vote held by the Santa Clara Valley Water District, camping will no longer be allowed near most waterways countywide.
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.
San Carlos became the first city in San Mateo County to call for Sheriff Corpus to step down after it took a position of no confidence in the sheriff.
Americans are most thankful for family and friends, which may be why they'll try to steer away from politics at Thanksgiving.
Claudia Sheinbaum said Mexico suffered from an influx of weapons smuggled in from the United States, and that drugs were a U.S. problem.
A judge has rejected a request to block a San Jose State women's volleyball team member from playing in a conference tournament on grounds that she's transgender.
In many Indigenous cultures across the Americas, gender is recognized as fluid, contrasting sharply with Western norms. Jose Martinez reports.
In many Indigenous cultures across the Americas, gender is recognized as fluid, contrasting sharply with Western norms.
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.
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.
The petition alleges UMG used bots to drive up streams on "Not Like Us," paid radio promoters to increase air play and paid Apple to have Siri misdirect users to Kendrick Lamar's hit song.
One of the Bay Area's most beloved holiday traditions returns with performances around the Bay Area through mid-December.
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
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.
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.
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.
CBS News Bay Area afternoon edition headlines for Nov. 27, 2024. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
Vern Glenn reports on the annual Feast with the Niners Thanksgiving charity event for a select group of fans in need.
Ryan Yamamoto reports on police investigating a fatal Cybertruck crash early Wednesday morning.
Veronica Macias reports on smaller than anticipated crowds of Thanksgiving flyers at Mineta San Jose International Airport.
Wednesday 7 a.m. news update from KPIX
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.