Uber Driver Returns $7K Lost Money To World Series Poker Player
An Uber driver returned $7,000 worth of cash and chips to a World Series of Poker player who forgot them in his car.
An Uber driver returned $7,000 worth of cash and chips to a World Series of Poker player who forgot them in his car.
Uber and Lyft drivers in San Francisco who haven't yet registered as businesses are getting a reprieve.
A French court has convicted and fined Uber and two of its executives for deceptive commercial practices and illegal business activity over its lowest-cost ride service.
An allegedly phony hedge fund made millions in a Ponzi scheme selling fake pre-IPO shares of Uber, Airbnb, Alibaba, among other companies.
When it comes to getting around town, two-time NBA MVP Stephen Curry says he is just like everybody else: He uses Uber.
Uber said Wednesday it is getting a massive cash infusion from Saudi Arabia.
Toyota is investing in Uber, making it the latest car company to put money in a ride-hailing app.
Bay Area-based Uber is testing a self-driving car on public streets in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
For Detroit, the days of simply making cars are over.
Apple Inc. has invested $1 billion in Chinese ride-hailing service Didi Chuxing, the main competitor in China for Uber.
Uber and Lyft on Monday suspended their ride-hailing services in Austin after voters decided against overturning city requirements that include fingerprinting their drivers.
Both Uber and Lyft threatened to leave Austin, which hosts major events such as the South by Southwest and Austin City Limits music festivals, after the defeat.
A federal judge says two women who allege that Uber drivers sexually assaulted them, one in Boston and the other in South Carolina, can sue the ride-hailing company.
An eight-person global policy board has been assembled by Uber to increase their chances of winning over governments around the world.
Ride-hailing service Uber and the online payments unit of e-commerce giant Alibaba Group are expanding a partnership to allow Chinese travelers to summon and pay for a car anywhere Uber operates.
Uber is disputing a report that the ride-hailing service intends to do away with its much-maligned surge pricing.
Thousands of Uber and Lyft drivers say they are being blind-sided after learning they owe hundreds and in some cases thousands of dollars for business licenses.
Uber is testing out new policies meant to encourage passengers to be more prompt when requesting rides.
Hundreds of taxi drivers drove slowly on Budapest's main thoroughfares Tuesday morning to protest ride-hailing apps like Uber.
Uber agrees to pay $84 million to settle lawsuits and keep its drivers independent contractors instead of employees.
A longshot proposal to allow Uber drivers and all other independent contractors in California to unionize is being withdrawn.
A California Senate panel on Tuesday blocked legislation aimed at preventing ride-hailing services Uber and Lyft from adjusting their prices based on demand, a practice known as "surge pricing" that is at the heart of the companies' business models.
Nearly 37,000 people who work as drivers for ride-booking services in San Francisco will have to register as a business within 30 days, the San Francisco Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector announced Friday.
It's about to get more expensive to drive an Uber or Lyft car in San Francisco.
Information about 14 million Uber users was provided to U.S. state and local regulators and law enforcement agencies between July and December 2015, according to Uber Technologies Inc.'s first-ever transparency report.
The Mariners capitalized on two hit batters in the sixth to score twice and beat the Giants 4-3 on Sunday.
The A's scored four times in the fourth in a 4-3 win over the Brewers on Sunday to avoid a sweep.
A man allegedly shot himself in Union City after police approached him following calls from family members about a missing person sending concerning messages.
An 11-year-old girl died and five children were injured in a crash Sunday morning in Stockton, police said.
The owners of a San Jose restaurant are dealing with their third break-in in about three weeks.
A man allegedly shot himself in Union City after police approached him following calls from family members about a missing person sending concerning messages.
An 11-year-old girl died and five children were injured in a crash Sunday morning in Stockton, police said.
The owners of a San Jose restaurant are dealing with their third break-in in about three weeks.
A laser was pointed into the flight deck of a police helicopter, prompting a chase that ended with four arrests in Hercules, Vallejo police said Saturday.
In a deeply divided country, high school students from all walks of life attend the week-long Girls State for an exercise in democracy. Jane Pauley (a veteran of Hoosier Girls State) talks to young women engaging in mock political campaigns.
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.
Police are investigating a shooting reported in the area of Haight and Masonic streets Saturday afternoon.
One resident was treated for smoke inhalation Friday in a fire at a residential apartment complex in Daly City, the North County Fire Authority said.
A San Francisco animal rescue has been limiting the number of dogs it takes in because of recent electrical issues.
Mayor London Breed appointed a new San Francisco school board member Friday after San Francisco School Board President Lainie Motamedi suddenly announced her resignation citing personal and health reason, according to city officials.
A man allegedly shot himself in Union City after police approached him following calls from family members about a missing person sending concerning messages.
Bike riders and park officials celebrated an accomplishment ten years in the making that is dramatically reducing the number of tragedies on Mount Diablo.
Several sideshows happened throughout the East Bay overnight, with attendees at two creating a circle of fire in an intersection.
BART resumed normal service on Saturday morning after an equipment problem caused a partial stoppage Friday evening.
At a town hall in Oakland Friday, city leaders talked about what's being done and what still needs to be done to create a clean and safe community.
The owners of a San Jose restaurant are dealing with their third break-in in about three weeks.
Firefighters in San Jose were responding to a vegetation fire and a separate residential structure fire on Saturday afternoon.
The San Jose Sharks acquired prized goaltending prospect Yaroslav Askarov from Nashville in a deal Friday that sends a 2025 first-round pick to the Predators.
A pedestrian died after being struck by a driver in North San Jose Thursday night, police said.
Thursday night saw an emotional gathering for a San Jose community service officer who died in the line of duty.
A laser was pointed into the flight deck of a police helicopter, prompting a chase that ended with four arrests in Hercules, Vallejo police said Saturday.
The Koi Nation accused Gov. Newsom of having a "fundamental misunderstanding" of federal law after he urged rejection of the tribe's Sonoma County casino project.
Vallejo police said a man was shot and killed on Saturday morning at an intersection where a large sideshow was taking place.
A Petaluma woman was arrested on Thursday after allegedly attempting to attack a neighbor with a machete, according to police.
An increasing number of sea lions are washing up on the California coast due to toxic algae that experts say could be the result of human-caused climate change.
The Mariners capitalized on two hit batters in the sixth to score twice and beat the Giants 4-3 on Sunday.
The A's scored four times in the fourth in a 4-3 win over the Brewers on Sunday to avoid a sweep.
The Giants survived a wild outing by starter Blake Snell to beat the Mariners 4-3 on Saturday.
Jake Bauers hit a home run and scored three times and the Brewers beat the A's 9-5 on Saturday.
The San Francisco 49ers concluded their preseason with a 24-24 tie with the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday night.
A man allegedly shot himself in Union City after police approached him following calls from family members about a missing person sending concerning messages.
The owners of a San Jose restaurant are dealing with their third break-in in about three weeks.
A laser was pointed into the flight deck of a police helicopter, prompting a chase that ended with four arrests in Hercules, Vallejo police said Saturday.
An incarcerated man's death at California State Prison, Sacramento, is being investigated as a homicide after a fight broke out on Thursday, officials said on Saturday.
Police are investigating a shooting reported in the area of Haight and Masonic streets Saturday afternoon.
California residents with Android smartphones can now add their driver's licenses and ID cards to Google Wallet, the state's Department of Motor Vehicles announced Friday.
The World Bank has halted all paid advertising on X after CBS News found its promoted ads under racist posts.
Cruise's trouble-ridden robotaxis are on the road to joining Uber's ride-hailing service next year as part of a multiyear partnership bringing together two companies that once appeared poised to compete for passengers.
California will be the first U.S. state to direct millions of dollars from taxpayer money and tech companies to help pay for journalism and AI research under a new deal announced Wednesday.
Should I freeze my credit? Here's what experts say, and how to stop bad actors from accessing your file.
The Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District will be spraying pesticide in an area of Martinez on Friday night because of the high number of mosquitoes and the detection of West Nile virus there.
The updated COVID-10 shots for fall 2024 are rolling out earlier than last year.
Vector Control officials are planning mosquito spraying in parts of South San Jose and unincorporated Santa Clara County later this week, after a group of West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes were found.
The World Health Organization declared an international health emergency over the spread of mpox in Africa, but says it's not the next coronavirus.
The University of California's Nutrition Policy Institute is seeking toddlers who drink cow's milk to participate in a 12-month study.
The Harris-Walz campaign says it has raised $540 million since launching, and Democrats say the enthusiasm is now also being seen in down-ballot races. Meanwhile, former President Trump is attacking his opponent's foreign policy as polls show a tight race. Skyler Henry reports.
The Harris-Walz campaign said it received a surge in donations during the Democratic National Convention.
The race to the White House has turned into a sprint following the conclusion of the Democratic National Convention. The Harris campaign wants to build on its momentum, expanding its appeal to moderates and independents, while supporters of former President Donald Trump expect their own boost now that Trump has Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in his corner. Natalie Brand has the latest.
Under the policy, many people without legal status who are married to citizens can apply for "parole in place."
"In my heart, I no longer believe that I have a realistic path to electoral victory," Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said, explaining his decision to "throw my support to President Trump."
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.
In the heart of San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, one figure stands out as a beacon of resilience and a living testament to the community's transformation.
As if it were just another day at work, San Francisco Fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson spoke to city leaders and colleagues who had gathered to celebrate her retirement at the city's fire department headquarters Wednesday.
In a tale of resilience and advocacy, Veronika Fimbres shares how her life changed dramatically when she moved from New York City to San Francisco over 25 years ago. Jose Martinez reports. 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
As Crowded House prepares for their upcoming U.S. tour, the band looked back on the creation of their timeless 1986 hit, "Don't Dream It's Over."
Melvins co-founder and drummer Dale Crover brings his current solo band to the Chapel in San Francisco Monday night for a show that includes an opening solo acoustic set from songwriter Rob Crow (Pinback, Heavy Vegetable, Plosivs and a dozen other groups).
Grammy-nominated duo, Sylvan Esso is gearing up to bring their electrifying music to Stern Grove this Saturday afternoon, marking a much-anticipated return to San Francisco.
Taylor Swift was forced to cancel three shows in Vienna after an alleged planned terrorist attack against one of the shows was foiled.
The beloved annual free music festival at San Francisco's Stern Grove comes to a close with its first-ever Big Picnic weekend fundraiser featuring two separate concerts on Saturday and Sunday.
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.
The Harris-Walz campaign says it has raised $540 million since launching, and Democrats say the enthusiasm is now also being seen in down-ballot races. Meanwhile, former President Trump is attacking his opponent's foreign policy as polls show a tight race. Skyler Henry reports.
Israel launched what officials called a preemptive strike on Hezbollah rocket launchers, killing several militants. Hours later, Hezbollah fired hundreds of rockets and drones toward Israel, most of which were intercepted, but one Israeli soldier was killed. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
An 11-year-old girl died and five children were injured in a crash Sunday morning in Stockton, police said.
Amanda Hari reports on a San Jose business which has been dealing with break-ins. 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
with Zoe Mintz.
Swimming lessons are not simply a summer activity but a weekly highlight for differently-abled children in a popular aquatic program that has lasted for more than three decades.
A Marin County couple is kicking off their 20th year making sure senior citizens don't go hungry, and they have no plans to retire even though they're older than some of the people they serve.
A San Mateo man who serves formerly unhoused military veterans is expanding his mission to reach more of the county's 24,000 veterans.
A Palo Alto woman who opened the first inclusive playground in the Bay Area for people of all abilities is spreading her magic throughout the region and beyond.
A Marin County woman who provides four-legged emotional support for first responders has expanded her nonprofit across the country.
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.
Police departments all over the country are having a hard time finding new officers, but one Bay Area student is criss-crossing the world while preparing for a career in law enforcement here at home.