WWII destroyer dubbed "Ghost Ship of the Pacific" found off California
The USS Stewart, once called the "Ghost Ship of the Pacific," served in both the U.S. and Japanese navies during World War II.
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The USS Stewart, once called the "Ghost Ship of the Pacific," served in both the U.S. and Japanese navies during World War II.
Scientists from the International Thwaites Glacier Collaboration warn of a "grim outlook" for the Thwaites Glacier, also known as the "Doomsday Glacier."
The HMS Hawke was torpedoed by a German U-boat on Oct. 15, 1914. Just 70 sailors survived.
Oarfish have a reputation as harbingers of disasters — and this one was spotted just two days before a 4.4 quake rattled Los Angeles.
The Oak Island Fire Department in North Carolina is using drone technology to improve ocean rescue operations, enhancing response times and safety for both victims and responders.
Thirteen sharks tested for cocaine and benzoylecgonine were found to have the illicit drug in their muscles and livers.
A Pacifica woman is being recognized for leading an annual ocean education program at a coastal school for over 30 years.
Thousands of whale photos revealed that a single event known as "The Blob" managed to undo years of humpback whale recovery – and it could be a sign of what's to come.
The revised coral bleaching alert levels come in the wake of Florida experiencing hot tub-level sea temperatures and some reefs experiencing "100% mortality."
Forecasters are warning of an "exceptionally dangerous" wave event along California's coast that "has not occurred in many years."
The whales hunted sea lions, the Monterey Bay Whale Watch said, before traveling northwest.
After purple urchins helped nearly wipe out California's underwater bull kelp forests, biologists say they're seeing promising signs that efforts to save them may be helping.
While changing technologies like GPS have made them beacons of the past, many lighthouses are still being preserved for future generations. Mark Strassmann has more.
If the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary is officially established, it will be the first such site proposed by an Indigenous group.
Here are some easy (or mostly easy) life changes to help make the ocean cleaner and keep the environment healthier.
Hurricane Lee is churning northward, whipping up rough seas in the Atlantic as watches and warnings are issued for parts of New England and Canada.
There's a new creature lurking in the ocean — and it could help save marine life as a whole. It's a fish named Belle, a robotic instrument "as silent as a spy" that uses AI and DNA to help researchers protect "the lifeblood of Earth."
The health of the ocean off the Northern California coast is in trouble, as biologists have seen a massive die-off of the kelp forests that are essential to a healthy ecosystem. Scientists think bringing back sea otters may be one solution.
"I think it was General [Douglas] MacArthur who said, 'You're remembered for the rules you break,'" Rush said abord the Titan in 2021. "And I've broken some rules to make this."
Scientists set world records for the deepest fish ever recorded on video, as well as the deepest catch, while exploring trenches off Japan.
The oceans have been record-warm for four years. Then, in mid-March, climatologists noted that global sea surface temperature climbed to a new high.
Researchers found multiple types of fishing nets, plastic bags and other debris in the stomach of a 60-ton sperm whale.
Nine dead whales have washed ashore in New Jersey and New York in recent months. Some are blaming offshore wind energy sites, but federal officials are pushing back.
It's just the latest mass stranding event to rock the Oceania region in recent weeks.
On Wednesday, Bay Area officials approved additional toll increases for local bridges through 2030, adding to the already planned hike set to take effect Jan. 1.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday granted California its request to enforce vehicle emissions standards stricter than federal rules, including the state's ban on sales of new gasoline-powered cars.
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.
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday moved to lower its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points, but said it plans fewer cuts in 2025.
Police in Oakland are seeking the public's help in solving a fatal shooting in September during a high school reunion.
On Wednesday, Bay Area officials approved additional toll increases for local bridges through 2030, adding to the already planned hike set to take effect Jan. 1.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday granted California its request to enforce vehicle emissions standards stricter than federal rules, including the state's ban on sales of new gasoline-powered cars.
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.
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday moved to lower its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points, but said it plans fewer cuts in 2025.
Police in Oakland are seeking the public's help in solving a fatal shooting in September during a high school reunion.
A suspect who was out on bail was arrested early Monday morning in Half Moon Bay on suspicion of multiple crimes including burglary, possession of drugs and possession of stolen property, according to the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office.
A driver crashed into a San Francisco business and injured three people Tuesday afternoon, police said.
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.
Nima Momeni has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee, a verdict reached by a San Francisco jury after seven days of deliberations.
On Monday, the Bay Area was still dealing with the aftermath of Saturday's winds and rainstorm, and in some places, the effects were a little more long-lasting.
Police in Oakland are seeking the public's help in solving a fatal shooting in September during a high school reunion.
A Vallejo woman is calling on the state government to send California Highway Patrol officers to Vallejo as the city faces increased property crime and slow police response.
On Tuesday night, leaders of one Tri-Valley city will be tackling similar budget issues to Oakland and San Francisco.
Across the country, food banks and pantries are struggling to keep up with demand as more and more people struggle to buy the basics.
More than a month after a disabled woman became the victim of a sexual battery incident in El Cerrito, police said the suspect in the case turned himself in to authorities Tuesday.
Police in San Jose announced an arrest Tuesday in connection with a home invasion robbery and sexual assault last month at an apartment near the San Jose State University campus.
Officials with the California Highway Patrol and Caltrans on Monday afternoon confirmed state Route 9 near Saratoga has been closed in both directions due to a mudslide.
There were no injuries to staff or animals following a fire Monday morning at the Humane Society Silicon Valley building in Milpitas, but the facility is closed for the rest of the day, officials said.
A boy was fatally struck by a vehicle on Friday on northbound Interstate Highway 280 in Santa Clara County, the California Highway Patrol said Monday.
A body was located near where a missing person was last seen more than two weeks ago outside of Gilroy, authorities said.
Service on Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit was unavailable Monday because of storm damage and for extended systems testing, the agency said.
Zakir Hussain, one of India's most accomplished classical musicians who defied genres and introduced tabla to a global audience, has died.
A North Bay city experienced a city-wide power outage on Saturday after high winds downed power lines and trees.
San Francisco residents were woken up by a tornado warning early Saturday morning during a powerful storm system that battered the region with heavy rain and wind.
The Bay Area was soaked by a powerful storm system overnight into Saturday morning, causing flooding and even triggering what is reported to be the first-ever tornado warning in San Francisco, officials said.
The San Francisco 49ers have suspended linebacker De'Vondre Campbell for the final three games of the regular season after he refused to enter a game after losing his starting job.
Luka Doncic had his 80th career triple-double with a season-high 45 points along with 13 assists and 11 rebounds, and the Dallas Mavericks beat Klay Thompson's former Golden State Warriors 143-133 on Sunday night in a second visit to Chase Center in just more than a month.
Clayton Keller scored a power-play goal with 43.8 seconds remaining and the Utah Hockey Club rallied to beat the San Jose Sharks 4-3 on Saturday night.
Golden State is acquiring point guard Dennis Schroder in a trade with the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for injured forward De'Anthony Melton, a person with knowledge of the agreement said Saturday.
The Athletics have added another option for their refurbished rotation, acquiring Jeffrey Springs in a multiplayer trade with the Tampa Bay Rays.
Police in Oakland are seeking the public's help in solving a fatal shooting in September during a high school reunion.
A suspect who was out on bail was arrested early Monday morning in Half Moon Bay on suspicion of multiple crimes including burglary, possession of drugs and possession of stolen property, according to the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office.
A Vallejo woman is calling on the state government to send California Highway Patrol officers to Vallejo as the city faces increased property crime and slow police response.
A driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI after driving their Jeep onto the slopes of a Northern California ski resort, becoming stuck in the process.
More than a month after a disabled woman became the victim of a sexual battery incident in El Cerrito, police said the suspect in the case turned himself in to authorities Tuesday.
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.
Nima Momeni has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee, a verdict reached by a San Francisco jury after seven days of deliberations.
Trump had warm words about TikTok and its near-term future earlier Monday, as the app faces a U.S. ban that's set to go into effect next month unless its Chinese-owned parent company cuts ties with it.
TikTok and its parent company ByteDance have asked the Supreme Court to temporarily pause a law that would ban the app in the U.S.
The jury that will decide the fate of Nima Momeni reconvened Monday afternoon for the seventh day of deliberations on his trial for the murder of tech executive Bob Lee in April of 2023.
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.
At least 364 pertussis cases were reported, marking the worst Thanksgiving week on record.
A recent study from Stanford Medicine emphasized the importance of "Kangaroo Care" for premature newborns, citing that the skin-to-skin care method improves the child's cognitive health and stabilizes the newborn's heart rate.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will take up a challenge to a new law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
On Tuesday night, leaders of one Tri-Valley city will be tackling similar budget issues to Oakland and San Francisco.
The Justice Department will pay an average of about $1.1 million to each of 103 women who filed individual lawsuits against the Bureau of Prisons over their treatment at the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin, California.
"People deserve to know upfront what they're being asked to pay," FTC Chair Lina Khan said in announcing crackdown on certain consumer fees.
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.
Surviving members of the Grateful Dead, Bobby Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, and Mickey Hart, revisit the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco.
Tory Lanaz, who is serving a 10-year prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in the feet, is harassing her from prison through surrogates, the petition alleges.
Comedian Nikki Glaser, known for her honest style, is gearing up to host the 82nd Annual Golden Globes.
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are the Coen Brothers' "No Country for Old Men," "The Social Network," Cheech & Chong's "Up in Smoke," and "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre."
Zakir Hussain, one of India's most accomplished classical musicians who defied genres and introduced tabla to a global audience, has died.
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.
Ryan Yamamoto reports on Bay Area officials approving a plan to increase bridge tolls through 2030.
Wednesday 7 a.m. news update form KPIX
Meteorologist Jessica Burch says the clear conditions will last for several days before a new round of wet weather.
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Kara St. Cyr reports on crime in Vallejo, and a woman's petition for California to send the California Highway Patrol to help local police. 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
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.