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Groupon has agreed to pay $8.5 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging that the expiration dates on Groupon vouchers are illegal in states, such as California, which have strong consumer protection laws.
Daily deal sites such as Groupon, LivingSocial and Gilt are giving the uninsured and underinsured a chance to afford health care services.
San Francisco-based Yelp Inc. late Thursday priced its initial public offering of stock at $15 a share. That's above its expected range of $12 and $14 per share.
Facebook's long-awaited IPO filing lifted the stocks of many Internet companies, including recent laggards Zynga and Groupon. But analysts said the halo effect may fade.
A new website is helping frustrated consumers complain about daily deals that didn't work out the way they had hoped.
Groupon may be one of the big names amongst the daily deal Web sites, but its latest quarterly report shows a deficit of more than $100 million.
KCBS Technology Analyst Larry Magid said the daily deal coupon market is growing by the day as Amazon and Google have both jumped in over the past week.
Groupon, the rapidly growing online coupon seller, plans to raise $750 million for its latest deal to go public.
What happens when you cross the world's largest social network with one of the hottest business models in e-commerce? Facebook wants to find out.
Daily deal sites like Groupon and Living Social are popping up all over the place and offering deals that many consumers have trouble resisting. To avoid missing out on expiring deals, some buyers are handing over their coupons to a resale website.
Facebook will soon begin testing a service that will provide its members local discounts, a move that will put it in direct competition with daily-deals giant Groupon.
Published reports are saying that Google's attempt to buy local-coupon site Groupon appears to have failed for now.
Google Inc. may be close to buying online discount service Groupon in a deal worth as much as $6 billion in what would be the search company's largest acquisition ever, according to published reports.
Yahoo is turning its U.S. website into an outlet for bargain hunter Groupon and more than a dozen other similar services.
BART trains from San Francisco to the East Bay were being turned back Friday night after a track problem brought service through Oakland to a standstill.
Businesses in Oakland Jack London Square are speaking out about their crime concerns following word of a homeless shelter being planned in the historic district.
Nearly two months after the Thompson Fire destroyed more than a dozen homes in the Oroville area of Butte County, Cal Fire officials say they've arrested a man on suspicion of starting the fire.
A San Francisco animal rescue has been limiting the number of dogs it takes in because of recent electrical issues.
Vacaville city officials issued a public safety alert Friday after a mountain lion was captured on video walking in the downtown area last weekend.
BART trains from San Francisco to the East Bay were being turned back Friday night after a track problem brought service through Oakland to a standstill.
Businesses in Oakland Jack London Square are speaking out about their crime concerns following word of a homeless shelter being planned in the historic district.
Nearly two months after the Thompson Fire destroyed more than a dozen homes in the Oroville area of Butte County, Cal Fire officials say they've arrested a man on suspicion of starting the fire.
A San Francisco animal rescue has been limiting the number of dogs it takes in because of recent electrical issues.
Vacaville city officials issued a public safety alert Friday after a mountain lion was captured on video walking in the downtown area last weekend.
A San Francisco animal rescue has been limiting the number of dogs it takes in because of recent electrical issues.
Mayor London Breed appointed a new San Francisco school board member Friday after San Francisco School Board President Lainie Motamedi suddenly announced her resignation citing personal and health reason, according to city officials.
Police in San Francisco on Friday confirmed a recent drug arrest that netted two arrests and the seizure of rock cocaine, marijuana and over $5,000 in cash.
A Redwood City woman was arrested in Santa Cruz County on Wednesday on suspicion of robbery, hit-and-run and evading police, the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office said.
Grammy-nominated duo, Sylvan Esso is gearing up to bring their electrifying music to Stern Grove this Saturday afternoon, marking a much-anticipated return to San Francisco.
BART trains from San Francisco to the East Bay were being turned back Friday night after a track problem brought service through Oakland to a standstill.
Businesses in Oakland Jack London Square are speaking out about their crime concerns following word of a homeless shelter being planned in the historic district.
The Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District will be spraying pesticide in an area of Martinez on Friday night because of the high number of mosquitoes and the detection of West Nile virus there.
A shooting Friday afternoon at an apartment complex in Dublin near an elementary school left a man dead, authorities said.
A California Highway Patrol retail theft task force recovered nearly a half-million dollars in stolen merchandise from a home in Oakland following a month-long investigation, the agency said Friday.
The San Jose Sharks acquired prized goaltending prospect Yaroslav Askarov from Nashville in a deal Friday that sends a 2025 first-round pick to the Predators.
A pedestrian died after being struck by a driver in North San Jose Thursday night, police said.
Thursday night saw an emotional gathering for a San Jose community service officer who died in the line of duty.
An East San Jose non-profit is working to mobilize young voters in underrepresented communities.
Officials in Santa Clara County are urging commuters to be patient, as repaving work begins on two of the county's busiest expressways.
An increasing number of sea lions are washing up on the California coast due to toxic algae that experts say could be the result of human-caused climate change.
Vallejo police arrested a suspect in a deadly shooting at a business in the city earlier this month.
Mendocino County Sheriff's deputies arrested a man earlier this week after he allegedly robbed his girlfriend following an argument, according to authorities.
A homeless encampment in San Rafael will be downsized, and the city will be enforcing a campsite size as it builds a sanctioned camping program.
A man with his face covered held up a Chase Bank on Tuesday afternoon in Cloverdale, police said.
The San Jose Sharks acquired prized goaltending prospect Yaroslav Askarov from Nashville in a deal Friday that sends a 2025 first-round pick to the Predators.
Two former gold medalists, Steve Serio and Nicky Nieves, will carry the United States flag at the Paralympics opening ceremony in Paris next week.
Osvaldo Bido struck out six in five inning and won his third straight start, leading the Oakland Athletics to a 3-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday.
Jose Siri hit a late go-ahead homer for the second straight game, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Oakland Athletics 4-2 on Wednesday.
Korey Lee hit a tiebreaking two-run single that highlighted a four-run ninth inning as the Chicago White Sox snapped a four-game skid with a 6-2 win over the San Francisco Giants.
Nearly two months after the Thompson Fire destroyed more than a dozen homes in the Oroville area of Butte County, Cal Fire officials say they've arrested a man on suspicion of starting the fire.
A shooting Friday afternoon at an apartment complex in Dublin near an elementary school left a man dead, authorities said.
A California Highway Patrol retail theft task force recovered nearly a half-million dollars in stolen merchandise from a home in Oakland following a month-long investigation, the agency said Friday.
Police in San Francisco on Friday confirmed a recent drug arrest that netted two arrests and the seizure of rock cocaine, marijuana and over $5,000 in cash.
A Pittsburg man has been charged following his arrest earlier this week after a brutal fight that left another man dead, prosecutors said Friday.
California residents with Android smartphones can now add their driver's licenses and ID cards to Google Wallet, the state's Department of Motor Vehicles announced Friday.
The World Bank has halted all paid advertising on X after CBS News found its promoted ads under racist posts.
Cruise's trouble-ridden robotaxis are on the road to joining Uber's ride-hailing service next year as part of a multiyear partnership bringing together two companies that once appeared poised to compete for passengers.
California will be the first U.S. state to direct millions of dollars from taxpayer money and tech companies to help pay for journalism and AI research under a new deal announced Wednesday.
Should I freeze my credit? Here's what experts say, and how to stop bad actors from accessing your file.
The Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District will be spraying pesticide in an area of Martinez on Friday night because of the high number of mosquitoes and the detection of West Nile virus there.
The updated COVID-10 shots for fall 2024 are rolling out earlier than last year.
Vector Control officials are planning mosquito spraying in parts of South San Jose and unincorporated Santa Clara County later this week, after a group of West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes were found.
The World Health Organization declared an international health emergency over the spread of mpox in Africa, but says it's not the next coronavirus.
The University of California's Nutrition Policy Institute is seeking toddlers who drink cow's milk to participate in a 12-month study.
CBS News has learned that multiple Secret Service agents have been placed on leave amid the investigation into last month's attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Nicole Sganga has the new reporting.
Under the policy, many people without legal status who are married to citizens can apply for "parole in place."
"In my heart, I no longer believe that I have a realistic path to electoral victory," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said, explaining his decision to "throw my support to President Trump."
The U.S. Secret Service has placed at least five agents on leave, including the head of the agency's Pittsburgh field office, following the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.
Californians and especially Bay Area residents are not seeing the blizzard of anti-Harris (and anti-San Francisco) political commercials that are running in swing states.
Oakland native Shay Franco-Clausen arrived at the Democratic National Convention hoping to witness history with fellow Oakland native Kamala Harris officially accepting the party’s nomination to run for President. Ryan Yamamoto reports.
In the heart of San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, one figure stands out as a beacon of resilience and a living testament to the community's transformation.
As if it were just another day at work, San Francisco Fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson spoke to city leaders and colleagues who had gathered to celebrate her retirement at the city's fire department headquarters Wednesday.
In a tale of resilience and advocacy, Veronika Fimbres shares how her life changed dramatically when she moved from New York City to San Francisco over 25 years ago. Jose Martinez 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
San Francisco company the Parallel Opera is producing a special show entitled "Expansive" which celebrates the talents of gender nonconforming opera artists.
As Crowded House prepares for their upcoming U.S. tour, the band looked back on the creation of their timeless 1986 hit, "Don't Dream It's Over."
Grammy-nominated duo, Sylvan Esso is gearing up to bring their electrifying music to Stern Grove this Saturday afternoon, marking a much-anticipated return to San Francisco.
Taylor Swift was forced to cancel three shows in Vienna after an alleged planned terrorist attack against one of the shows was foiled.
The beloved annual free music festival at San Francisco's Stern Grove comes to a close with its first-ever Big Picnic weekend fundraiser featuring two separate concerts on Saturday and Sunday.
Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck Tuesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court, just over a month after the couple celebrated their second wedding anniversary.
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 evening edition headlines for Friday Aug. 23, 2024. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
A San Francisco animal shelter is limited in the number of dogs they can help because of electricity issues. Amanda Hari reports. (8-23-24) ebsite: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Chief meteorologist Paul Heggen predicts when the unseasonably cool inland weather will end.
Less than a week into the start of the school year the San Francisco school board is seeing a shake-up in leadership. Lauren Toms reports. (8-23-24) ebsite: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Some voters in Alameda County who have been closely following the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza were disappointed by Kamala Harris' acceptance speech. Kara St. Cyr reports. (8-23-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Swimming lessons are not simply a summer activity but a weekly highlight for differently-abled children in a popular aquatic program that has lasted for more than three decades.
A Marin County couple is kicking off their 20th year making sure senior citizens don't go hungry, and they have no plans to retire even though they're older than some of the people they serve.
A San Mateo man who serves formerly unhoused military veterans is expanding his mission to reach more of the county's 24,000 veterans.
A Palo Alto woman who opened the first inclusive playground in the Bay Area for people of all abilities is spreading her magic throughout the region and beyond.
A Marin County woman who provides four-legged emotional support for first responders has expanded her nonprofit across the country.
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.
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.
Police departments all over the country are having a hard time finding new officers, but one Bay Area student is criss-crossing the world while preparing for a career in law enforcement here at home.