Newsom signs bill creating pension fund for MMA fighters
A bill creating the nation's first pension fund for mixed martial arts fighters has been signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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A bill creating the nation's first pension fund for mixed martial arts fighters has been signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The California Legislature has unanimously approved a Bay Area lawmaker's proposal to create the nation's first state-run pension fund for mixed-martial arts fighters.
A bill introduced Frday in the state Assembly would create a state-run pension fund for mixed martial arts fighters in California, which hosts more MMA fights than any other state.
From the Olympics to UFC to WWE, Ronda Rousey is one of the most recognizable athletes on the planet.
The former NFL defensive end was successful in his professional fighting debut, scoring a knockout just under a minute into the match.
CM Punk, set to fight Mike Jackson at UFC 225 on Saturday, doubts he'll ever wrestle again for WWE, Ring Of Honor or any other promotion.
Ultimate fighting star Conor McGregor is facing criminal charges in the wake of a backstage melee he allegedly instigated that has forced the removal of three fights from UFC's biggest card of the year.
With the Mayweather-McGregor fight right around the corner, Showtime Sports GM Stephen Espinoza talks about how it all came together.
Former UFC champ Ronda Rousey is turning to "Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling for inspiration more than a week after getting humiliated in a comeback match...
Lesnar is set to face Roman Reigns at Wrestlemania 31 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara on Sunday.
A Sergeant in the Richmond Police Department is facing criticism for a tweet directed at the president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship that critics claim supports gun violence.
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, especially here in the Bay Area, one lab is working to use AI technology to find the next effective weight loss drug.
Wilmer Flores hit a three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning, and the San Francisco Giants rallied for a 6-4 victory over Cincinnati on Thursday, spoiling Terry Francona's debut as Reds manager.
Billboards such as those spotted in the Metro Detroit area this week read, "Tariffs are a tax on your grocery bill."
Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II has a partial tear of a ligament in his left thumb that will keep him out of Friday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans.
Buster Posey experienced his share of nervous energy before his 10 opening day starts as the San Francisco Giants' catcher.
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, especially here in the Bay Area, one lab is working to use AI technology to find the next effective weight loss drug.
Wilmer Flores hit a three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning, and the San Francisco Giants rallied for a 6-4 victory over Cincinnati on Thursday, spoiling Terry Francona's debut as Reds manager.
Billboards such as those spotted in the Metro Detroit area this week read, "Tariffs are a tax on your grocery bill."
Buster Posey experienced his share of nervous energy before his 10 opening day starts as the San Francisco Giants' catcher.
A major traffic collision in Oakley Thursday morning completely shut down Main Street between Shady Oak Drive and Simoni Ranch for over two hours, authorities said.
The Trump administration on Thursday announced a nationwide sweep that led to the arrests of several alleged MS-13 gang members, including one who was taken into custody in San Francisco a day earlier.
The Chase Center in San Francisco hosts the NCAA Tournament for the second time in the arena's brief history this week as two Sweet 16 games are played on the Warriors' home court.
Police in Rohnert Park are concerned that there may be alleged victims in their city of a San Francisco social media personality who was just federally indicted for allegedly producing child sex abuse material, the Department of Public Safety said Wednesday.
All eyes are on Chase Center this week as March Madness comes to the Bay Area, and businesses couldn't be more excited.
This week's CBS News Bay Area Icon Award winner is a woman credited with saving and revitalizing a cultural centerpiece in San Francisco's Mission District.
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, especially here in the Bay Area, one lab is working to use AI technology to find the next effective weight loss drug.
A major traffic collision in Oakley Thursday morning completely shut down Main Street between Shady Oak Drive and Simoni Ranch for over two hours, authorities said.
At least one person died in a pile-up on eastbound Interstate Highway 80 near the Carquinez Bridge in Contra Costa County early Thursday morning, according to CHP.
Newly released data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that was analyzed by the Bay Area News Group shows which surface streets in the Bay Area are the most dangerous.
Oakland police on Wednesday asked for the public's help in finding a 16-year-old boy who has been reported missing.
Police in San Jose on Thursday confirmed the arrests of six suspects -- including four juveniles -- in connection with a crime spree that involved multiple armed carjackings, strong-armed robberies, sideshow activity and more.
The VTA strike in the South Bay is over after a judge ordered the workers to go back to work. The judge said the Union breached the no strike clause in their contract.
A judge ordered VTA workers' end their strike on Wednesday after the VTA brought the issue to court, claiming workers had broken their "no strike" clause.
Police in San Jose are at the scene of a major injury collision in the city's Walnut and North Bascom neighborhood that left two adult female pedestrians with life-threatening injuries, officials said.
On Tuesday, NASA researchers performed their first wildfire test flight mission, using their new airspace management technology.
A crash shut down traffic on northbound U.S. Highway 101 near Cloverdale on Thursday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Police in Rohnert Park are concerned that there may be alleged victims in their city of a San Francisco social media personality who was just federally indicted for allegedly producing child sex abuse material, the Department of Public Safety said Wednesday.
Sonoma County sheriff's deputies have arrested a teenager who is suspected of attacking a school principal during a confrontation near campus Thursday morning.
Authorities in Marin County on Wednesday identified the fisherman who died in a Tuesday incident at Rodeo Beach in the Marin Headlands.
A rare and mesmerizing scene is taking place in the North Bay as the round "glory hole" spillway at Lake Berryessa is active for the first time in six years.
Wilmer Flores hit a three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning, and the San Francisco Giants rallied for a 6-4 victory over Cincinnati on Thursday, spoiling Terry Francona's debut as Reds manager.
Golden State Warriors guard Gary Payton II has a partial tear of a ligament in his left thumb that will keep him out of Friday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans.
Buster Posey experienced his share of nervous energy before his 10 opening day starts as the San Francisco Giants' catcher.
The Chase Center in San Francisco hosts the NCAA Tournament for the second time in the arena's brief history this week as two Sweet 16 games are played on the Warriors' home court.
Florida coach Todd Golden is back in the Bay Area leading the top-seeded Gators in the Sweet 16 against Maryland, using this reunion as a chance to show his appreciation for his former college coaches and mentors at Saint Mary's College, Randy Bennett and Kyle Smith.
The Trump administration on Thursday announced a nationwide sweep that led to the arrests of several alleged MS-13 gang members, including one who was taken into custody in San Francisco a day earlier.
Police in San Jose on Thursday confirmed the arrests of six suspects -- including four juveniles -- in connection with a crime spree that involved multiple armed carjackings, strong-armed robberies, sideshow activity and more.
Federal prosecutors are considering seeking the death penalty against Mexican drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero in a sprawling case that includes the 1985 killing of a DEA agent.
Police in Rohnert Park are concerned that there may be alleged victims in their city of a San Francisco social media personality who was just federally indicted for allegedly producing child sex abuse material, the Department of Public Safety said Wednesday.
Sonoma County sheriff's deputies have arrested a teenager who is suspected of attacking a school principal during a confrontation near campus Thursday morning.
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, especially here in the Bay Area, one lab is working to use AI technology to find the next effective weight loss drug.
Several newspapers have sued OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking to end the practice of using their stories to train artificial intelligence chatbots.
The Marin County Board of Supervisors is one step closer to banning youth under the age of 16 years old from riding certain electric bikes after approving the first reading of an ordinance Tuesday.
On Tuesday, NASA researchers performed their first wildfire test flight mission, using their new airspace management technology.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and other Trump officials allegedly used Signal for a group chat to discuss a highly sensitive operation.
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, especially here in the Bay Area, one lab is working to use AI technology to find the next effective weight loss drug.
Both agencies are part of the Department of Health and Human Services, which like much of the federal government, has seen mass layoffs as part of the Trump administration's ongoing efforts to implement budget cuts.
The City of San Jose will soon start billing residents for calling 911. It's called a "first responder fee" and would be charged when someone needs medical attention from the fire department.
Nestlé USA cites consumer complaints, including "one potential choking incident" for recalling products sold nationwide.
Tuolumne County Public Health officials on Tuesday warned about possible measles exposure at a high school and an emergency room.
Billboards such as those spotted in the Metro Detroit area this week read, "Tariffs are a tax on your grocery bill."
No Senate confirmation hearing had been scheduled for U.N. ambassador nominee Elise Stefanik, a congresswoman from New York.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy will cut 3,500 jobs from the Food and Drug Administration and 2,400 from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The Trump administration is arguing in federal court that it was justified in sending the Venezuelans to El Salvador, while activists say officials have sent them to a prison rife with human rights abuses.
In a session of British Parliament Wednesday, the controversy over the leaked Signal group chat involving high-ranking members of the Trump administration was debated.
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.
The NCAA updated its policy one day after the administration's order banning transgender athletes from competing on female teams.
The order directs that federally-run insurance programs, including TRICARE and Medicaid, exclude coverage for gender-affirming care for those under 19.
A Milpitas man convicted in the 2021 domestic violence murder of his transgender partner has been sentenced, prosecutors said.
John Ramos reports on how transgender advocates reacted to President Trump's announcement the government would only recognize two genders.
This week's CBS News Bay Area Icon Award winner is a woman credited with saving and revitalizing a cultural centerpiece in San Francisco's Mission District.
Lady Gaga announced her 2025 tour dates on social media Wednesday, writing, "See you soon, monsters."
Running a restaurant isn't easy, but a local food influencer is taking on the challenge. He's opened up a bold new burger joint in West Oakland, paying tribute to Bay Area hip-hop culture.
Organizers of the annual Outside Lands Music Festival in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park this August on Tuesday morning revealed headliners Tyler, The Creator, Hozier and Doja Cat and the rest of the line-up for the 2025 event.
Hamdan Ballal said Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank beat him in front of his home while filming the assault.
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.
From seeing the sights, to dinner in North Beach, the Florida men's basketball team got to tour San Francisco ahead of their Sweet 16 matchup vs. Maryland, with help of their head coach and former USF coach Todd Golden. Matt Lively reports.
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, especially here in the Bay Area, one lab is working to use AI technology to help people lose weight without the common unwanted side effects. Sooji Nam reports.
Following last year's major coastal earthquake and tsunami warning, officials in San Mateo County unveiled a new interactive dashboard to help identify safe paths to higher ground. Max Darrow reports.
The road to the Final Four goes through Chase Center on Thursday as Maryland, Florida, Arkansas and Texas Tech compete in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament. Kara St. Cyr reports.
CBS News Bay Area afternoon headlines for March 27, 2025. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
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.
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.
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.