Falcons Soaring Toward Playoffs
The Atlanta Falcons, who lead the NFC South with one of the NFL's hottest offenses, just seem to get better each week.
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The Atlanta Falcons, who lead the NFC South with one of the NFL's hottest offenses, just seem to get better each week.
Colin Kaepernick nearly rallied the woeful San Francisco 49ers from a 17-point deficit Sunday, which left a lot to talk about afterward. That included communism in Cuba.
The Warriors' superstar wound up on the wrong side of a bet after the Panthers fell to the Raiders on Sunday afternoon.
On Sunday afternoon in the Bay Area, Oakland outlasted the defending NFC Champion Carolina Panthers 35-32 by mounting another fourth-quarter comeback, which advanced the AFC West leading Raiders to a record of 9-2.
The San Francisco 49ers have been a very different team in the last three weeks. Yes, they lost again on Sunday, this time in Miami to the Dolphins by a 31-24 score. But this was the second loss by a touchdown or less in the last three weeks.
Derek Carr came back from an injured pinky to lead another 4th-quarter comeback and the Raiders won their 5th straight game.
The star defensive end made a big play to give the Raiders a comfortable lead.
The Raiders slot receiver made an incredible leaping grab in the back of the end zone for the Raiders first TD.
Kaepernick passed for three TDs, but the 49ers (1-10) still haven't won since the season opener.
The San Francisco 49ers have the worst defense in the NFL this season, both in points allowed and yards allowed. However, the team may get a boost on Sunday in Miami against the Dolphins, as linebacker Aaron Lynch could be ready to return from a month-long absence due to an ankle injury. Also, defensive back Jimmie Ward is questionable after experiencing concussion-like symptoms against the New England Patriots last week. The 49ers defense will need all the help it can get on Sunday in Miami.
For the Raiders, the path an AFC West title and more is rather simply laid out. With a one-game lead over both Kansas City and Denver, Oakland (8-2) simply has to win out in order to claim its first division crown in more than a decade.
The Chiefs are good at everything rather than great at any one thing, and that's how they remain competitive in the brutal AFC West.
As you recover from all that turkey and various sumptuous sides, here's the best that sports has to offer you this holiday weekend.
Sitting in first place in the AFC West at 8-2, the Raiders can't afford to slip up and let the Broncos or Chiefs eliminate the one-game lead that they hold in the division.
In 2011, the San Francisco 49ers defense gave up just 14.3 points per game in the regular season, as the team went 13-3 and hosted the NFC Championship Game. In every season since then, however, the 49ers have gotten a little less intimidating on defense to the point that the San Francisco defense is the worst in the NFL in 2016. The team is giving up 31.3 points per game this year, which is a big reason for a nine-game losing streak that has the 49ers headed toward their worst season since 2004.
Here's a look back at some of the best Thanksgiving Day football games of all time.
This year's Thanksgiving slate is absolutely stacked and should make for a delightful 10 hours in front of the TV for football fans across the country.
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Mayor Libby Schaaf said she has reached an agreement with a private investor group on a framework to fund a new stadium for the Oakland Raiders.
he Oakland Raiders defense was enough of a challenge for Houston Texan quarterback Brock Osweiler Monday night, but he also had to overcome fans in Mexico City pointing green lasers at him.
With the win, Oakland (8-2) stands a full game in front of both Kansas City (7-3) and Denver (7-3) in the AFC West.
The San Francisco 49ers have lost nine games in a row, and now they face at team that has won five games in a row. How is that for a true clash of momentum? After losing to the New England Patriots at home, the 49ers now travel to take on the Miami Dolphins.
The Oakland Raiders had a 27-20 victory over the Houston Texans on Monday night in Mexico.
For weeks, San Francisco coach Chip Kelly seemed to be a calm voice amid the stormy waters of a dismal season. But on Monday, the strain began to show.
The first alliance between two San Francisco mayoral candidates has formed as they look for any advantage they can get in the tight race for the city's top office.
A Bay Area testing ground for high-tech public transportation can be founded in the most unlikely of places: Walnut Creek's Rossmoor retirement community.
San Francisco's ankle monitoring program for criminal defendants is on hold amid a dispute over a ruling by a federal judge.
An excessive heat warning has been extended for much of the Bay Area into the weekend, as a late season heat wave continues to bring record-breaking temperatures to the region.
Stanford University researchers have developed a new solution to fight wildfires and protect homes.
The first alliance between two San Francisco mayoral candidates has formed as they look for any advantage they can get in the tight race for the city's top office.
A Bay Area testing ground for high-tech public transportation can be founded in the most unlikely of places: Walnut Creek's Rossmoor retirement community.
San Francisco's ankle monitoring program for criminal defendants is on hold amid a dispute over a ruling by a federal judge.
An excessive heat warning has been extended for much of the Bay Area into the weekend, as a late season heat wave continues to bring record-breaking temperatures to the region.
Stanford University researchers have developed a new solution to fight wildfires and protect homes.
The first alliance between two San Francisco mayoral candidates has formed as they look for any advantage they can get in the tight race for the city's top office.
San Francisco's ankle monitoring program for criminal defendants is on hold amid a dispute over a ruling by a federal judge.
A traffic collision in the Nob Hill neighborhood of San Francisco on Thursday morning resulted in a physical fight, according to police.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a lawsuit against the operator of two of the county's medical centers for allegedly failing to maintain certain services such as emergency, stroke and heart attack care, his office announced Wednesday.
Los Altos police are asking for public assistance to find four people suspected of burglarizing a house in the city over the weekend.
A Bay Area testing ground for high-tech public transportation can be founded in the most unlikely of places: Walnut Creek's Rossmoor retirement community.
Police who responded Wednesday night to a report of a prowler behind a home in Antioch discovered the prowler wasn't human.
Oakland police on Thursday morning said a mother and her 5-year-old son who were missing since Sept. 24th have been found safe.
A crash involving major injuries shut down a main roadway in Fremont Thursday morning and was also impacting traffic on Interstate Highway 880, authorities said.
A person was struck and killed by a train in Newark earlier this week, according to the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission.
Stanford University researchers have developed a new solution to fight wildfires and protect homes.
A massage therapist was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a person during a session in San Jose, police said Thursday.
The San Jose State women's volleyball team this week had its fourth game canceled by opponents in an apparent protest against a player alleged to be transgender.
Stan's Donuts has been serving up sweet baked goods to the Santa Clara community for 65 years.
Firefighters in San Jose are working to contain a two-alarm residential structure fire in the Seven Trees neighborhood Tuesday evening that left two victims being evaluated for smoke inhalation.
Forward progress has been stopped on the Marina Fire burning near the community of Redwood Valley northeast of Ukiah on Thursday, according to the Mendocino County Sheriff's Office.
The Marin County Department of Health and Human Services this week released its 2024 point-in-time final report that found there were 1,090 people experiencing homelessness.
A 28-year-old man was arrested for allegedly starting a fire near a creek in Santa Rosa over the weekend, according to police.
Latino supporters of President Donald Trump in the Bay Area said they are drawn to him because of their focus on the economy and conservative values.
A project to repair a portion of a wastewater treatment plant in Vallejo is causing a stench, and residents aren't happy with the projected timeline.
Versatile running back Roger Craig and key member of the Steel Curtain defense L.C. Greenwood are among senior players who advanced to the next stage for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame class.
Cal takes the big stage for Saturday night's home showdown against No. 8 Miami that includes the first ever Berkeley visit for ESPN's popular "College GameDay."
The San Jose State women's volleyball team this week had its fourth game canceled by opponents in an apparent protest against a player alleged to be transgender.
The San Francisco 49ers got some needed reinforcements for the defensive interior but will wait at least another week to get first-round rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall back at practice.
While the A's have played their last game in Oakland, the Coliseum was open Wednesday for stadium employees to say goodbye to each other.
San Francisco's ankle monitoring program for criminal defendants is on hold amid a dispute over a ruling by a federal judge.
A traffic collision in the Nob Hill neighborhood of San Francisco on Thursday morning resulted in a physical fight, according to police.
A massage therapist was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a person during a session in San Jose, police said Thursday.
Los Altos police are asking for public assistance to find four people suspected of burglarizing a house in the city over the weekend.
With one month until the election, Rep. Eric Swalwell announced Wednesday he is supporting the recall of embattled Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price.
Stanford University researchers have developed a new solution to fight wildfires and protect homes.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
The sidewalks were getting busier in downtown San Francisco this week as Salesforce employees returned to working in the office full time.
A Bay Area start-up is behind a testing procedure endorsed by social media influencers like Kim Kardashian that that is rapidly gaining popularity, despite warnings from leading medical experts of possible negative consequences.
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
Two dairy workers in California were infected with bird flu, the 15th and 16th human cases detected in the U.S. this year.
A Bay Area start-up is behind a testing procedure endorsed by social media influencers like Kim Kardashian that that is rapidly gaining popularity, despite warnings from leading medical experts of possible negative consequences.
The FDA has until early 2026 to decide on the submission for a sunscreen ingredient branded as PARSOL Shield.
On Saturday, families came together for the second annual Walk for Alopecia in San Francisco.
Like San Francisco, fentanyl drove a surge in overdose numbers in Vancouver, British Columbia. After implementing progressive drug policies, the Canadian province is signaling a significant change of course.
The first alliance between two San Francisco mayoral candidates has formed as they look for any advantage they can get in the tight race for the city's top office.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former Rep. Liz Cheney appeared in Ripon, Wisconsin, the birthplace of the Republican party.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
President Biden sought to strike a bipartisan tone as he toured the severe damage wrought by Hurricane Helene.
It is an understatement to say that the stakes are high when it comes to the city of Oakland's sale of the Coliseum site.
The latest installment of the "CBS Mornings" series, "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling" focuses on a Lutheran pastor who is trying to form an inclusive community by just being himself.
Thousands of transgender individuals are seeking asylum in the United States, fleeing countries where being themselves can mean persecution or even violence. A Bay Area organization is making it possible for them to find safety and acceptance.
This Sunday, downtown Oakland will come alive with color, music, and celebration as big crowds gather for the 14th Annual Oakland Pride Parade and Festival.
The Riot Party held at Kapwa Gardens was a powerful reminder of the progress made in the fight for LGBTQ rights and the work that remains.
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.
Celebrated French psychedelic power trio Slift comes back to San Francisco for the first time in two years, headlining the Great American Music Hall with fellow travelers Meatbodies Wednesday night.
The beloved Bay Area garage-rock celebration Bargain Rock returns to action this weekend, hosting three separate shows featuring the first local appearances of Japan's garage-surf heroes Jackie and the Cedrics in ages.
One of the most celebrated music festivals in the Bay Area and the nation, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass makes a welcome return to Golden Gate Park for three days of wildly varied music this weekend.
Frank Fritz starred for more than a decade on the History Channel program "American Pickers."
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
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.
Juliette Goodrich reports on the annual Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival returning to San Francisco's Golden Gate Park starting Friday.
Elizabeth Cook reports on Rossmoor being used as a test site for an autonomous shuttle pilot program.
Jose Martinez reports on how a group of 80 restaurants in Oakland are coming together to form a marketing collective set to launch next year.
Mary Lee reports on a sprayable gel developed by Stanford scientists that could shield homes from wildfires.
Juliette Goodrich reports on the UC Berkeley campus hosting "College GameDay" for the first time.
For nearly 50 years, a Vietnam veteran from San Francisco has served as a national champion for military veterans.
A beloved 88-year-old volunteer shows there's power in reading to children and her giving ways are an example for all ages.
At her home in San Jose, 91-year-old Terry Asquith looks back at how she's given the gift of life to at-risk babies. 50 years ago, she founded the nation's oldest nonprofit milk bank, Mothers' Milk Bank.
The only therapeutic pool of its kind on the Peninsula is back open again, thanks in large part to one local woman who dived in to save it.
A local shop owner who some call the Mayor of the Broadway business district in Burlingame has long been the go-to person when area merchants have a problem.
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.
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.