Democrats look towards future after disappointing election result
Kara St. Cyr reports on two Bay Area democratic leaders saying the party needs a new strategy moving forward.
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Kara St. Cyr reports on two Bay Area democratic leaders saying the party needs a new strategy moving forward.
Russia's act of war may extend far beyond the physical borders of Ukraine. U.S. and Bay Area experts warn the conflict may deliberately spill online and into space, to exploit a growing security threat at our fingertips.
Former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta said a hostile incumbent could make the transition very difficult, whether it's delaying access to classified information or create other roadblocks for members of the new administration.
Oracle Corp. said Monday it named former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta as one of their directors, effective immediately.
After spending 16 years in congress, along with stints as director of the Office of Management and Budget, White House Chief of Staff, CIA Director, and - most recently - Secretary of Defense, Leon Panetta says it has been "a hell of a ride, as they say, for the son of Italian immigrants."
An Army official said this week there was not enough evidence to proceed with a rape prosecution against the man who killed two Santa Cruz police officers, fueling the debate over how the military investigates sex crimes.
Sen. Barbara Boxer questioned Wednesday whether the military erred when it dropped rape charges and discharged a soldier who later shot and killed two police detectives in Santa Cruz.
A lawyer for four servicewomen who sued the U.S. Department of Defense for the right to have combat duty said in San Francisco Thursday that she and her clients are "thrilled" that Defense Secretary Leon Panetta announced the lifting of the combat ban.
Defense Secretary Leon Panetta has commuted on military aircraft to his home in the Monterey area more than two dozen times since he took over in July, paying about $630 per trip for a roundtrip flight that costs the Pentagon about $32,000.
The U.S. Secretary of Defense spoke at the Naval Postgraduate School and said he hopes the operation in Libya will end soon.
Friday's move to end the military's 18-year-old ban on openly gay troops will help remove a tremendous burden from gay and lesbian members of the armed forces.
News of his decision comes two weeks after top military leaders agreed that repealing the 17-year-old ban will not hurt military readiness.
A Watsonville man who died after he was trapped by debris washed up by high surf along a Santa Cruz County beach during last week's storm has been identified.
Concord police arrested three juvenile suspects who allegedly committed an armed robbery Sunday night.
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
Former President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100, led an extraordinary life that began at a peanut farm in Plains, Georgia, and went on to include four years in the world's most powerful office.
The court roundly rejected claims by Trump that the judge who presided over the trial erred in a series of decisions.
A Watsonville man who died after he was trapped by debris washed up by high surf along a Santa Cruz County beach during last week's storm has been identified.
Concord police arrested three juvenile suspects who allegedly committed an armed robbery Sunday night.
Former President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100, led an extraordinary life that began at a peanut farm in Plains, Georgia, and went on to include four years in the world's most powerful office.
The court roundly rejected claims by Trump that the judge who presided over the trial erred in a series of decisions.
President Biden said the U.S. will "work relentlessly" to strengthen Ukraine during his final days in office.
A woman in Daly City who barricaded herself indoors for over a day after allegedly charging at officers was finally taken into custody Sunday night, according to police.
Lori Joseph isn't just the guitarist and singer of iconic San Francisco stoner-doom band Acid King; she's also a top instructor of a killer cardio workout known as "BodyPump."
The public is being asked to help identify a woman who was found dead on Dec. 15 in the San Francisco Tenderloin District.
The Bay Area saw a rainy morning, which prompted some flood advisories, but a wind advisory does remain in effect.
The Bay Area has seen a wetter-than-usual December, and although it's still early in the water year, it's a good start.
Concord police arrested three juvenile suspects who allegedly committed an armed robbery Sunday night.
With just a couple of days left in 2024, Oakland is poised to end the year with less than 100 homicides. It'll be the first time the city has seen a significant drop in homicides post-pandemic.
Pittsburg High School and police are investigating after the marching show band's trailer was stolen from their campus on Christmas Day before being found about four miles away in Antioch.
At one holiday display in Pleasanton, just about every square inch of the place is covered with decorations. The family behind it says they started small and it has been growing ever since.
The California Highway Patrol will continue surge operations for another month to combat crime in Oakland and other Bay Area locations, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday morning while urging a change to a controversial police policy.
A Watsonville man who died after he was trapped by debris washed up by high surf along a Santa Cruz County beach during last week's storm has been identified.
There are still many questions about what led to a deadly plane crash at South Korea's Muan International Airport that killed 179 people.
City officials in Santa Cruz say swindlers claiming to represent businesses on the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf are soliciting donations following the structure's partial collapse.
Doctors are encouraging people to make sure they are cognizant of their health as they're getting ready to ring in the new year.
The oldest living survivor of the 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and the last remaining survivor of the USS Utah has died.
The Bay Area saw a rainy morning, which prompted some flood advisories, but a wind advisory does remain in effect.
Counties across the Bay Area are ramping up outreach efforts to inform the general public about actions they can take to keep themselves safe and prevent the avian flu from becoming something much worse.
Four Bay Area teen girls, one as young as 13-years-old, were arrested after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars in fragrances and cosmetics and attempting to get away in an Uber last week, police said.
Two suspected retail thieves were arrested last week for allegedly stealing nearly $3,000 worth of alcohol and beauty products from businesses in Sonoma County, authorities said.
CHP officers in Santa Rosa are investigating a solo vehicle crash on Bennett Valley Road early Thursday morning that left the female driver dead, according to authorities.
Jonathan Huberdeau scored twice and the Calgary Flames beat San Jose 3-1, handing the Sharks their seventh straight loss.
Jonathan Kuminga had 34 points and made the go-ahead free throw in the Golden State Warriors' 109-105 win over the Phoenix Suns.
Greg Gumbel, the renowned CBS Sports anchor and commentator, has died of cancer at the age of 78.
The Sacramento Kings have parted ways with head coach Mike Brown, according to a league source.
Athletics president Dave Kaval will resign from the organization after being the public face of the organization's planned move from Oakland to Las Vegas.
Concord police arrested three juvenile suspects who allegedly committed an armed robbery Sunday night.
A woman in Daly City who barricaded herself indoors for over a day after allegedly charging at officers was finally taken into custody Sunday night, according to police.
With just a couple of days left in 2024, Oakland is poised to end the year with less than 100 homicides. It'll be the first time the city has seen a significant drop in homicides post-pandemic.
The armed robbery and shooting of a 49er rookie in broad daylight, a ban on restaurant surcharges and the FBI raid on then Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao's residence were just some of the biggest news stories of the past year.
The California Highway Patrol will continue surge operations for another month to combat crime in Oakland and other Bay Area locations, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday morning while urging a change to a controversial police policy.
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
In the face of wide speculation about how artificial intelligence will impact workers in the Bay Area and beyond, a series of billboards plays on those concerns, advertising what appears to be a nightmare scenario where people are entirely replaced by computers.
Elliston Berry's life was turned upside down after a photo she posted on Instagram was digitally altered online to be pornographic.
FAA data shows that lithium battery fires on U.S. flights have risen 388% since 2015, now occurring nearly twice a week.
Members of Cash App founder Bob Lee's family had sharp criticism Tuesday for those close to Nima Momeni, who was convicted of second-degree murder in Lee's 2023 stabbing death in San Francisco.
Doctors are encouraging people to make sure they are cognizant of their health as they're getting ready to ring in the new year.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an emergency proclamation on Wednesday in response to growing concerns over bird flu cases in the state and across the country.
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.
Former President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100, led an extraordinary life that began at a peanut farm in Plains, Georgia, and went on to include four years in the world's most powerful office.
The court roundly rejected claims by Trump that the judge who presided over the trial erred in a series of decisions.
President Biden said the U.S. will "work relentlessly" to strengthen Ukraine during his final days in office.
The state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter will be held in Washington on Jan. 9, 2025, according to a presidential declaration by President Biden.
After a single term in office, Jimmy Carter's decades of humanitarian work may be his most enduring legacy.
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.
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
Lori Joseph isn't just the guitarist and singer of iconic San Francisco stoner-doom band Acid King; she's also a top instructor of a killer cardio workout known as "BodyPump."
The comedian, who will host the Golden Globes on January 5, says she thrives on anxiety.
Singer and main songwriter Dave Wakeling brings his line-up of the English Beat back to Berkeley for a pair of shows at Cornerstone.
Olivia Hussey won a Golden Globe for best new actress for her part as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."
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.
Monday 7 a.m. news update from KPIX
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz takes a wide look at the Bay Area forecast which shows clear conditions until at least the latter half of the week.
Following the death of Jimmy Carter, people win the Bay Area share how the former president impacted them.
Lori Joseph isn't just the guitarist and singer of iconic San Francisco stoner-doom band Acid King; she's also a top instructor of a killer cardio workout known as "BodyPump."
There are still many questions about what led to a deadly plane crash at South Korea's Muan International Airport that killed 179 people.
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.