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A Southern California woman was found guilty Thursday of defrauding an elderly Santa Rosa woman of more than $1.5 million in an elaborate Ponzi scheme, authorities said.
Some Democratic lawmakers are raising concerns about the security of taxpayer data as Musk's cost-cutting task force moves to the IRS.
2025 contribution limit for 401(k) plans is $23,500, up from $23,000 in 2024. IRA contribution limit remains $7,000.
The IRS said funding from the Inflation Reduction Act has helped it go after wealthy taxpayers who failed to pay their tax bills.
The Internal Revenue Service plans to end another major tax loophole that could raise more than $50 billion in revenue over the next decade.
Millions of Americans could owe money to the IRS on June 17, with fines for missing payment on the rise.
The IRS says tax revenues will rise by as much as $561 billion over the next decade due to funding from the Inflation Reduction Act.
The IRS is showcasing its new capability to audit high-income tax dodgers aggressively as it makes the case for sustained funding and tries to avoid budget cuts sought by Republicans who want to gut the agency.
Tax agency said it is trying to determine whether tax rebates, issued in many states last year, count as income.
A Fresno tax preparer and former employee of the Internal Revenue Service was found guilty Thursday of filing false and fraudulent tax returns for clients and for herself.
Many tax benefits instituted during the pandemic have lapsed, which means some people could see smaller refunds.
Case of Robert Brockman shows it's "shockingly easy" to avoid foreign-reporting laws, report finds.
The Internal Revenue Service is halting a plan that would have required taxpayers to verify their identities with facial recognition software before signing on to its website following backlash from lawmakers and privacy groups.
Tax season is looking very different this year. The high rate of omicron infections isn't helping and staffing issues are plaguing the Internal Revenue Service.
The first round of advance Child Tax Credit payments went out to parents on July 15, but some payments have been delayed or were inaccurate.
Looking to increase health insurance coverage among low-income and undocumented families, California legislators proposed making the state the first to let adult children add their parents as dependents to their health insurance plans.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom joined six other Democratic governors on Friday in calling on Pres. Joe Biden to lift the $10,000 cap on state and local tax deductions that was a part of former Pres. Donald Trump's massive 2017 tax law.
Millions of Californians who get their EDD unemployment benefits on Bank of America debit cards have lost thousands of dollars in fraudulent transactions. Now KPIX is learning they could get hit with taxes on income they never received.
The Department of Justice announced Thursday that it indicted software tycoon Robert Brockman on charges that he evaded paying $2 billion in taxes, making it the largest tax fraud case in U.S. history.
The federal income tax filing deadline has been pushed back from April 15 to July 15, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced Friday.
While many Bay Area residents may be paying more to the federal government this year, several big corporations based here – including Netflix, Salesforce and Chevron -- aren't paying a dime in federal income tax.
A U.S. Internal Revenue Service analyst in San Francisco has been charged in federal court with leaking information about the bank records of Michael Cohen, a former personal lawyer to President Donald Trump.
Police say a 25-year-old man has been arrested after ramming two gates at an Internal Revenue Service processing center in Fresno in an apparent road rage incident.
Filing their taxes online for the first time as married, one Modesto couple made a big, costly mistake.
The president's first executive order is a one-page directive giving agencies authority to grant waivers, exemptions and delays of provisions in the Affordable Care Act.
With President Trump announcing sweeping tariffs on imports, businesses that rely on goods from out of the country are worried.
A friend group of 20-something tech workers living in San Francisco has made creative event planning a hallmark of their social circle.
A dispute between two park districts in the East Bay is getting more contentious as Livermore Parks filed a claim against East Bay Regional Parks over a tax-sharing agreement.
For the last several years, one of the big stories in the Bay Area has been the so-called Bay Area exodus. But the latest data shows that trend could be reversing.
Padel is one of the world's fastest-growing sports and Silicon Valley's newest networking hotspot.
With President Trump announcing sweeping tariffs on imports, businesses that rely on goods from out of the country are worried.
A friend group of 20-something tech workers living in San Francisco has made creative event planning a hallmark of their social circle.
A dispute between two park districts in the East Bay is getting more contentious as Livermore Parks filed a claim against East Bay Regional Parks over a tax-sharing agreement.
For the last several years, one of the big stories in the Bay Area has been the so-called Bay Area exodus. But the latest data shows that trend could be reversing.
Padel is one of the world's fastest-growing sports and Silicon Valley's newest networking hotspot.
A friend group of 20-something tech workers living in San Francisco has made creative event planning a hallmark of their social circle.
For the last several years, one of the big stories in the Bay Area has been the so-called Bay Area exodus. But the latest data shows that trend could be reversing.
The California Highway Patrol said there is an investigation into a death after a body was found in a vehicle in San Mateo Wednesday.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie on Wednesday announced that the city would no longer give users free paraphernalia to consume drugs without providing treatment counseling.
The NBA is investigating Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant for a gesture he made at the end of Tuesday's loss to the Golden State Warriors, according to reports.
A dispute between two park districts in the East Bay is getting more contentious as Livermore Parks filed a claim against East Bay Regional Parks over a tax-sharing agreement.
Padel is one of the world's fastest-growing sports and Silicon Valley's newest networking hotspot.
Pleasanton Police on Wednesday said they arrested a man on suspicion of killing his 71-year-old mother.
Real estate software company RealPage has filed a federal lawsuit against city officials in Berkeley that have become the latest to try to block landlords from using algorithms when deciding rents.
The city of Antioch said Tuesday there have been several personnel changes in leadership positions at City Hall.
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority announced Wednesday morning that light rail service on the Blue line has been completely restored, while partial service for the Green line had resumed.
Authorities in the South Bay have confirmed the recent arrest of a man in Los Angeles for a shooting in San Jose in March.
The Japanese American Museum of San Jose was built to educate and preserve the memory of a dark time in American history.
A new chapter in Bay Area baseball kicks off on Wednesday when the a couple of local minor league teams face off in an extension of a long-standing traditional rivalry.
An early morning shooting in San Jose left one person dead on Tuesday, San Jose Police said.
With President Trump announcing sweeping tariffs on imports, businesses that rely on goods from out of the country are worried.
San Francisco Bay has seen a recent influx of gray whales since late March, including one that washed ashore dead on a Marin County beach over the weekend.
A Marin County man who was on probation after serving nearly a decade in prison for a drug offense has been arrested after deputies seized guns and a suspected methamphetamine lab during a probation search.
San Rafael officers arrested a motorist after hitting multiple objects on the road while allegedly driving under the influence Tuesday night, according to police.
At the beginning of next year, the entire function of San Quentin is going to change.
Cameron Carraway goes from zero to 60 in the blink of an eye. He doesn't flinch, doesn't hesitate, and he doesn't have a license yet.
Wilmer Flores homered again and Luis Matos and LaMonte Wade Jr. also went deep to lead the San Francisco Giants to a 6-3 win over the Houston Astros to complete a three-game sweep.
Seiya Suzuki homered twice and drove in five runs as the Chicago Cubs beat the Athletics 10-2 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep.
The Athletics traded talented base-stealer and outfielder Esteury Ruiz to the Los Angeles Dodgers for minor league right-hander Carlos Duran.
UFC is joining up with Facebook's parent company Meta in a deal that will bring mixed martial arts to more fans around the world.
Pleasanton Police on Wednesday said they arrested a man on suspicion of killing his 71-year-old mother.
A Marin County man who was on probation after serving nearly a decade in prison for a drug offense has been arrested after deputies seized guns and a suspected methamphetamine lab during a probation search.
The family of slain tech executive Bob Lee has filed a civil lawsuit in San Francisco against his convicted killer, Nima Momeni, and Momeni's family among others.
San Rafael officers arrested a motorist after hitting multiple objects on the road while allegedly driving under the influence Tuesday night, according to police.
Authorities in the South Bay have confirmed the recent arrest of a man in Los Angeles for a shooting in San Jose in March.
Real estate software company RealPage has filed a federal lawsuit against city officials in Berkeley that have become the latest to try to block landlords from using algorithms when deciding rents.
UFC is joining up with Facebook's parent company Meta in a deal that will bring mixed martial arts to more fans around the world.
Amazon has expressed interest in buying TikTok ahead of deadline for ByteDance to sell the social media app or face a U.S. ban.
A University of California, Berkeley student has created an artificial intelligence startup to help people detect strokes and other medical emergencies and will be taking part in an innovation competition on Wednesday, the university said.
The Department of Agriculture has already given the go-ahead for two Bay Area companies to sell lab-grown chicken to restaurants, and now another San Francisco firm is looking to make its cell-cultivated pork available at stores and eateries.
Tony's Chocolonely is recalling some products after consumers reported finding "small stones" in the chocolate bars.
A University of California, Berkeley student has created an artificial intelligence startup to help people detect strokes and other medical emergencies and will be taking part in an innovation competition on Wednesday, the university said.
As mass layoffs commenced nationwide for Department of Health and Human Services workers, one employee seen leaving the Nancy Pelosi Federal Building in San Francisco Tuesday morning said she was "devastated" and "heartbroken."
Workers at University of California campuses in the Bay Area joined thousands of employees statewide Tuesday in a one-day strike, claiming unfair labor practices.
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg products have been recalled because they may include a cleaning solution, USDA says.
A dispute between two park districts in the East Bay is getting more contentious as Livermore Parks filed a claim against East Bay Regional Parks over a tax-sharing agreement.
The city of Antioch said Tuesday there have been several personnel changes in leadership positions at City Hall.
President Trump announced new reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday, which he dubbed "Liberation Day."
Amazon has expressed interest in buying TikTok ahead of deadline for ByteDance to sell the social media app or face a U.S. ban.
The Senate voted Wednesday on a measure aimed at blocking tariffs on Canadian products.
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.
Tony Bennett's children are in a legal battle over the singer's estate.
Nintendo has announced a June 5 launch date for its latest gaming console, the Switch 2.
A unique talent, Val Kilmer was praised as an acting chameleon who took on varied and challenging roles, and the results were often memorable.
Kim Delaney, an Emmy-winning actor known for her role on "NYPD Blue," will not face criminal charges in connection with her arrest in Marina Del Rey in an alleged domestic dispute over the weekend.
Veteran San Francisco post-punk trio Rip Room headlines a three-band bill at venerable San Francisco Mission District Dive El Rio on Thursday 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.
Sara Donchey reports on a creative twist to the popular running clubs idea. 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
Andrea Nakano reports on the Trump administration's tariffs. 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
Max Darrow reports on the increasing number of people moving to the Bay Area. 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
CBS News Bay Area evening edition headlines for April 2, 2025. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
Kara St. Cyr reports on the impact of the Trump tariffs on the Bay Area. 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
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.