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Watch: Brandon Aiyuk speaks with reporters on locker clean-out day

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk spoke with reporters during locker clean-out day at Levi's Stadium, two days after the team lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII. @49ers #SuperBowl @NFLSuperBowlLVIII2024 #NFL @NFL 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

Feb 13, 2024
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Watch: Trent Williams speaks with reporters on locker clean-out day

San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams spoke with reporters during locker clean-out day at Levi's Stadium, two days after the team lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII. @49ers #SuperBowl @NFLSuperBowlLVIII2024 #NFL @NFL 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

Feb 13, 2024
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Watch: Christian McCaffery speaks to reporters on locker clean-out day

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey spoke to reporters Tuesday on locker clean-out day, two days after the team lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII.

Feb 13, 2024
04:21

Brock Purdy awarded 49ers' prestigious Len Eshmont Award for inspirational and courageous play

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has been awarded the team's most prestigious honor by his teammates, the Len Eshmont Award, officials announced Tuesday.

Feb 13, 2024

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce go "clubbing" with her parents after Super Bowl

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce went out for a night on the town after the 2024 Super Bowl — along with Swift's parents.

Feb 13, 2024

49ers emerge as early favorites in 2025 Super Bowl despite heartbreaking loss

As the 49er Faithful lament Sunday's heartbreaking loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the overtime of Super Bowl 58, early odds have the San Francisco 49ers returning to the big game in 2025 and hoisting the Lombardi Trophy for a sixth time.

Feb 12, 2024

49er Faithful crushed after team falls to the Chiefs in Las Vegas

Kelsi Thorud reports on 49ers fans feeling the pain after team's loss to the Chiefs in the Super Bowl.

Feb 12, 2024
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Bay Area native Tom Brady has another big Super Bowl Sunday with high-profile commercials

Retired NFL great and Bay Area product Tom Brady found a new way to dominate the Super Bowl on Sunday, starring in not one but two celebrity-filled commercials.

Feb 12, 2024

Kyle Shanahan speaks after Super Bowl LVIII

Third time's the charm? Not for 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan in latest Super Bowl heartbreak

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan's third trip to the Super Bowl came to an end with a familiar feeling Sunday night — a major disappointment after another blown late lead.

Feb 12, 2024

49ers fans across the Bay devastated by Sunday's brutal Super Bowl loss

Shawn Chitnis reports on heartbroken San Francisco 49ers fans who turned out to support the team for the Super Bowl.

Feb 12, 2024
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Chiefs defeat 49ers 25-22 in OT thriller in Super Bowl 2024

The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas.

Feb 12, 2024

The best and worst Super Bowl commercials of 2024

Here are the 2024 Super Bowl ads ranked best and worst by the experts, including spots featuring Ben Affleck and Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Feb 13, 2024

49ers fans in shock after heartbreaking Super Bowl LVIII loss to the Chiefs

The San Francisco 49ers lost a heartbreaking, heart-stopping overtime Super Bowl to the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday night, leaving the team's fans drained in defeat.

Feb 12, 2024

Streets go quiet in San Francisco after 49ers suffer stinging Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs

Team coverage of 49ers fans heading home quietly after the team fell to the Chiefs in a heartbreaking overtime loss.

Feb 11, 2024
05:20

49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings talks about team's tough OT loss in Super Bowl

Jauan Jennings discusses the challenges the 49ers faced during Super Bowl LVIII against the Chiefs.

Feb 11, 2024
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Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show

Usher's Super Bowl halftime show: Get "Caught Up" on the setlist

Usher took the stage for the 2024 Super Bowl halftime show and was joined by battery of guest stars, including Alicia Keys, to perform some of the greatest hits of his 30-year career.

Feb 11, 2024

Beyoncé announces new album during 2024 Super Bowl

Beyoncé announced she's dropping a new album, minutes after starring in a clue-laden Verizon commercial about "breaking the internet" aired shortly after the 2024 Super Bowl halftime show.

Feb 11, 2024

Super Bowl LVIII - San Francisco 49ers v Kansas City Chiefs

Deebo Samuel returns to Super Bowl after left hamstring issue

The San Francisco 49ers line-up appeared to suffer another blow in the 3rd quarter of the Super Bowl when Deebo Samuel went down with an injury to his left hamstring, but he has since returned.

Feb 11, 2024

49ers kicker Jake Moody's 55-yard field goal Super Bowl record broken by Chiefs kicker

The record for the longest field goal in a Super Bowl was broken twice in Super Bowl LVIII. First broken by 49ers kicker Jake Moody, the record was broken again in the 3rd quarter by the Kansas City Chiefs kicker.

Feb 11, 2024

Super Bowl excitement reaches fever pitch for 49ers fans as game time approaches

The 49er Faithful headed into Allegiant Stadium Sunday afternoon as final countdown to the team's showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII, confident that the Niners would emerge on top.

Feb 11, 2024

49ers Super Bowl appearance a boon for Bay Area sports bars

The 49ers' run to the Super Bowl has been great for many sports bars in the Bay Area. Some bars are preparing for big crowds on Sunday.

Feb 11, 2024

All about Nick Bosa, San Francisco 49ers defensive end for the 2024 Super Bowl

As the San Francisco 49ers prepare to take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII for the 2024 NFL championship, 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa will be making his second appearance since his rookie year in 2019.

Feb 11, 2024

All about Charvarius Ward, 49ers cornerback for the 2024 Super Bowl

As the San Francisco 49ers faced the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII for the 2024 NFL championship, we looked at some of the team's key players.

Feb 11, 2024

San Francisco 49ers v Philadelphia Eagles

All about Brandon Aiyuk, 49ers wide receiver for the 2024 Super Bowl

As the San Francisco 49ers take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII for the 2024 NFL championship, we're looking at some of the team's key players who will likely have a major impact on the big game.

Feb 11, 2024

All about George Kittle, 49ers tight end for the 2024 Super Bowl

Feb 11, 2024

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San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus pushes back, releases report criticizing investigation

San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus is suing to get access to the full independent investigation from Judge LaDoris Cordell.

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U.S. Existing Home Sales Drop 3.4 Percent In October

Study finds renting nearly 200% cheaper than buying in San Francisco, San Jose

While having some of the highest rents in the nation, renting a home in San Francisco and San Jose is nearly 200% cheaper than paying a mortgage for one, a new study finds.

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Andy Fraser charges his electric vehicle outside his home in Montgomery County, Maryland.

States navigate roadblocks around building new EV charging stations

Electric vehicles are growing in popularity, but finding a place to charge them can still be difficult depending on where people live.

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4 arrested in Oakland robbery spree targeting gas stations, convenience stores

A suspected burglary and robbery crew was in custody after police linked them to six heists at gas stations or convenience stores across Oakland over a span of two hours Thursday morning.

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Investigators: Fremont animal remains identified; no crime suspected

Police in Fremont said decapitated animal remains recently found at a train station have been identified as sheep possibly butchered for human consumption, adding there is no evidence that a crime had occurred.

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San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus pushes back, releases report criticizing investigation

San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus is suing to get access to the full independent investigation from Judge LaDoris Cordell.

51M ago

Study finds renting nearly 200% cheaper than buying in San Francisco, San Jose

While having some of the highest rents in the nation, renting a home in San Francisco and San Jose is nearly 200% cheaper than paying a mortgage for one, a new study finds.

updated 18M ago

States navigate roadblocks around building new EV charging stations

Electric vehicles are growing in popularity, but finding a place to charge them can still be difficult depending on where people live.

4H ago

4 arrested in Oakland robbery spree targeting gas stations, convenience stores

A suspected burglary and robbery crew was in custody after police linked them to six heists at gas stations or convenience stores across Oakland over a span of two hours Thursday morning.

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Investigators: Fremont animal remains identified; no crime suspected

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San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus pushes back, releases report criticizing investigation

San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus is suing to get access to the full independent investigation from Judge LaDoris Cordell.

51M ago

Study finds renting nearly 200% cheaper than buying in San Francisco, San Jose

While having some of the highest rents in the nation, renting a home in San Francisco and San Jose is nearly 200% cheaper than paying a mortgage for one, a new study finds.

updated 18M ago

Saks Fifth Avenue to exit San Francisco's Union Square in May

While Saks has been a fixture on the corner of Post and Powell since 1997, retail real estate experts say the store's departure isn't a sign of the trend they're seeing downtown.

15H ago

San Francisco reverend plans to turn former Tenderloin motel into transitional housing

A former motel in the Tenderloin has become an eyesore for the neighborhood, but its neighbor has grand plans to transform the building into a space for transitional housing.

17H ago

First curbside EV chargers installed in San Francisco on Fillmore Street

Thursday, the first curbside chargers were installed on Fillmore Street, with plans to scale the program to hundreds — and potentially thousands — more.

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4 arrested in Oakland robbery spree targeting gas stations, convenience stores

A suspected burglary and robbery crew was in custody after police linked them to six heists at gas stations or convenience stores across Oakland over a span of two hours Thursday morning.

5H ago

Investigators: Fremont animal remains identified; no crime suspected

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OUSD Superintendent Kyla Johnson-Trammell

Oakland Unified superintendent steps down after board voted to end contract

A change in leadership at the Oakland Unified School District is coming as Superintendent Dr. Kyla Johnson-Trammell announced that she is stepping away at the end of the school year.

19H ago

Oakland students get paid as tech support

It was a problem with no clear solution: thousands of school-issued laptops, all out of commission.

19H ago

Piedmont parents sue to get answers in deadly cybertruck crash

The parents of 19-year-old Krysta Tsukahara, Carl and Noelle, are sharing the story of their daughter for the first time since the fatal Tesla Cybertruck crash in Piedmont.

20H ago

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Study finds renting nearly 200% cheaper than buying in San Francisco, San Jose

While having some of the highest rents in the nation, renting a home in San Francisco and San Jose is nearly 200% cheaper than paying a mortgage for one, a new study finds.

updated 18M ago

2 men, 1 shot by police, charged in Concord credit union robbery

Two men who allegedly robbed a Concord credit union on Monday and led police on a chase to San Jose, where one of the suspects was shot, have been charged with multiple crimes.

Apr 24

BART reports a 23% drop in violent crime across its system

After years of declining ridership and public criticism over safety concerns, BART officials said a recent drop in crime is a sign their efforts are working.

Apr 23

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Cupertino Whole Foods store ordered to close temporarily over rodent infestation

Health officials in the South Bay have ordered a Whole Foods Market location in Cupertino to temporarily close for repairs due to a vermin infestation.

Apr 23

Man suspected of attacking Muslim worshippers in Morgan Hill faces hate crime charge

A Morgan Hill man was arrested and is facing a hate crime charge after he allegedly attacked Muslim worshippers during Ramadan.

Apr 22

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North Bay community rallies beyond donations to help others heal after Archie High students killed in crash

When Pat Townsley heard of the tragic crash that took the lives of four Marin County high school students, he immediately channeled his restaurant's website into an informational hub for his community.

15H ago

Facing budget deficit, Mendocino County offers workers $25,000 to voluntarily resign

Mendocino County is offering employees up to $25,000 to voluntarily resign in the wake of budget shortfalls, according to a memo sent to county staff Wednesday.

Apr 24

Caltrans: Illegal dumping in Mendocino Co. may be tied to Bay Area firm

Authorities on the Northern California coast are investigating multiple incidents of hazardous materials being dumped along Highway 101 in Mendocino County, saying that a construction firm in the Bay Area could be responsible.

Apr 24

Memorial Marin County Crash on San Geronimo Valley Road

"Long road to recovery": Girl injured in Marin County crash released from hospital

One of the teen girls who survived a deadly Marin County crash last week was released from the hospital on Tuesday, a family spokesperson said.

Apr 23

Habitat for Humanity Greater SF Housing Project in Marin County

Marin County approves $5.2M loan for 80-unit affordable housing project

Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco is leading the development project in Northern Novato.

Apr 22

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Sports

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Yastrzemski, Chapman homers help Giants rally past Brewers 6-5

Mike Yastrzemski and Matt Chapman homered as the San Francisco Giants rallied to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 6-5 on Thursday to take three of four games in the series.

15H ago

Athletics beat Rangers 4-3 for first series win in new home

Luis Urias scored on Jacob Wilson's two-out single in the ninth inning as the Athletics rallied to beat the Texas Rangers 4-3 on Thursday night.

15H ago

49ers draft Georgia EDGE Mykel Williams with No. 11 pick in NFL draft

The San Francisco 49ers took Georgia edge rusher Mykel Williams with the 11th pick in the NFL draft.

19H ago

Langeliers has 4 hits, Butler homers to help A's beat Rangers 5-2

Shea Langeliers had four hits and Nick Kurtz drove in a run with a base hit his first time up in his major-league debut to help the Athletics beat Texas 5-2 on Wednesday.

Apr 23

Warriors lose against Rockets 109-94 after Butler leaves early due to injury

Jalen Green made eight 3-pointers and scored 38 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 109-94 win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night in a testy matchup to even the first-round Western Conference series at one game apiece.

Apr 23

Bay Area Crime

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San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus pushes back, releases report criticizing investigation

San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus is suing to get access to the full independent investigation from Judge LaDoris Cordell.

51M ago

4 arrested in Oakland robbery spree targeting gas stations, convenience stores

A suspected burglary and robbery crew was in custody after police linked them to six heists at gas stations or convenience stores across Oakland over a span of two hours Thursday morning.

5H ago

Investigators: Fremont animal remains identified; no crime suspected

6H ago

Piedmont parents sue to get answers in deadly cybertruck crash

The parents of 19-year-old Krysta Tsukahara, Carl and Noelle, are sharing the story of their daughter for the first time since the fatal Tesla Cybertruck crash in Piedmont.

20H ago

One person killed overnight in Oakland

Oakland police are investigating a shooting that left one person dead on a busy commercial corridor Wednesday night.

Apr 24

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Technology

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Oakland students get paid as tech support

It was a problem with no clear solution: thousands of school-issued laptops, all out of commission.

19H ago

Henna Virkkunen - Maros Sefcovic - Michael McGrath press conference in Brussels

EU hits Apple and Meta with hundreds of millions of dollars in new fines

The EU has hit Apple and Meta with hundreds of millions of euros in fines as it steps up enforcement of the European Union's Digital Markets Act.

Apr 23

Could a federal judge break up Google? Here's what to know.

U.S. Department of Justice attorneys are seeking to impose sweeping penalties on Google after a court ruled the tech giant is a monopoly.

Apr 21

About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard

Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.

Apr 18

A Google sign is seen outside the company's office

Google's digital ad network an illegal monopoly, judge rules

The ruling involving Google's online ad technology follows a similar case last year in which Google's search engine was declared a monopoly.

Apr 17

Health

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California offering $25 gift cards to encourage bird flu testing

California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.

Apr 24

Cupertino Whole Foods store ordered to close temporarily over rodent infestation

Health officials in the South Bay have ordered a Whole Foods Market location in Cupertino to temporarily close for repairs due to a vermin infestation.

Apr 23

Californians now able to buy opioid reversal drugs from the state online

Californians can now buy opioid reversal drugs directly from the state under a program aimed at making the life-saving medication less expensive and more accessible.

Apr 21

Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court To Block Order To Return Mistakenly Deported Man

Supreme Court weighs dispute involving ACA's preventive-care coverage

The Affordable Care Act requires health insurers and group health plans to cover certain preventive-care services recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force at no cost to patients.

Apr 21

About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard

Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.

Apr 18

Politics

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San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus pushes back, releases report criticizing investigation

San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus is suing to get access to the full independent investigation from Judge LaDoris Cordell.

51M ago

ICE Agents Carry Out Raid On Undocumented Immigrants In Chicago

Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown

A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.

Apr 24

US Supreme Court At Sunset In Washington DC

Trump asks Supreme Court to let him enforce transgender military ban

President Trump signed an executive order that directed the Pentagon to develop a policy that would bar transgender people from serving in the military.

Apr 24

Facing budget deficit, Mendocino County offers workers $25,000 to voluntarily resign

Mendocino County is offering employees up to $25,000 to voluntarily resign in the wake of budget shortfalls, according to a memo sent to county staff Wednesday.

Apr 24

City of Berkeley implements hiring freeze, warns of potential budget deficit

Berkeley City Manager Paul Buddenhagen initiated a citywide hiring freeze Monday in order to help address a budget deficit heading into the next fiscal year.

Apr 24

LGBTQ+

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U.K. Supreme Court issues key ruling on gender definition

The U.K. Supreme Court has ruled the country's 2010 Equality Act defines a woman as someone born biologically female in a potential landmark case for transgender rights.

Apr 16

San Jose State under scrutiny in Title IX transgender sex-discrimination investigation

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.

Feb 7

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NCAA updates transgender student-athlete participation policy

The NCAA updated its policy one day after the administration's order banning transgender athletes from competing on female teams.

Feb 6

Trump signs order to end federal support for care for transgender minors

The order directs that federally-run insurance programs, including TRICARE and Medicaid, exclude coverage for gender-affirming care for those under 19.

Jan 28

Milpitas man sentenced to 15-years-to-life in 2021 murder of trans partner

A Milpitas man convicted in the 2021 domestic violence murder of his transgender partner has been sentenced, prosecutors said.

Jan 28

Entertainment

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World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica may not happen this year

On Wednesday, organizers said that the cost to hold the event has increased each year for the last four years.

Apr 23

San Francisco DJ fights stereotypes with music

DJ Habibeats Is a Bay Area native spearheading a booming cultural movement by blending Middle Eastern sounds, with countless cultural mixes.

Apr 16

Michelle Trachtenberg attends the Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party on Feb. 9, 2020, in West Hollywood, California.

Michelle Trachtenberg died of diabetes complications, officials say

Michelle Trachtenberg's death was initially undetermined but the medical examiner amended it after lab test results showed complications of diabetes mellitus.

Apr 16

San Francisco arts groups scramble after city cuts Dream Keeper Initiative grants

Nearly three dozen art and community grassroots organizations are scrambling to figure out how to stay afloat financially after San Francisco rescinded their promises of funding amid a widening scandal at the city's Human Rights Commission.

Apr 16

SF will allow to-go alcoholic drinks in The Castro during certain events

In a unanimous vote, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors established the Castro Upper Market Entertainment Zone.

Apr 15

Our Stories Define Us

Oakland Unified copes with shocking rise in district's homeless student population

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.

Nov 28, 2023

VR 360 View: Meteorologist Jessica Burch takes flight with the Blue Angels

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.

Oct 13, 2023

VR 360 View: Devastating wildfire compels family to adopt a new lifestyle among the Redwoods

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.

Mar 8, 2023

Study: Colorectal cancer patients could skip harsh radiation therapy

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.

Aug 18, 2023

VR 360 View: The high-stakes world of San Francisco's bar pilots

Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.

May 24, 2023

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Oakland police investigate string of convenience store robberies

Oakland police on Friday are investigating a string of convenience store and gas station robberies, which include a business that was robbed twice in two days. Four people have been arrested so far.

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Friday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 4/25/25

Expect continued cloudy conditions and cooler temperatures heading into the weekend, with showers possible Friday night through early Sunday. Jessica Burch has the forecast.

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PIX Now morning edition 4/25/25

CBS News Bay Area morning edition headlines for April 25, 2025. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.

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Saks Fifth Avenue latest to exit San Francisco's Union Square

While Saks has been a fixture on the corner of Post and Powell since 1997, retail real estate experts say the store's departure isn't a sign of the trend they're seeing downtown.

15H ago
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Fly fishing industry in California threatened by warming rivers

California is one of the top fly-fishing destinations of the nation, especially when it comes to wild trout. But as climate change continues to warm our rivers, the pressure is growing on California's cold-water fish.

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2024 Jefferson Award winners remembered as Icon Award program launches

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.

Jan 8

South Bay "Mrs. Claus" brings Christmas joy and more to San Jose families

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.

Dec 12, 2024

Longtime Oakland Hills resident's nonprofit helps promote fire preparedness

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.

Dec 4, 2024

East Palo Alto Boys & Girls Clubs provide artistic outlet for teens

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.

Nov 27, 2024

85-year-old Army vet continues life of service by feeding San Francisco families

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.

Nov 20, 2024

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East Bay man's bicycle hobby turns into vehicle to help struggling teens excel

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.

Oct 4, 2024

North Bay college student charts new life path with support of tight-knit family

For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.

Oct 4, 2024

Student emerges from family tragedy to juggles Cal studies with home duties

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.

Oct 4, 2024

Students Rising Above scholar recalls growing up with undocumented immigrant parents

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?

Apr 5, 2024

Students Rising Above scholar Elmer Sosa

Hard-working student shoulders a load working while attending Ivy League college

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.

Jan 12, 2024

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