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African American culture explored through jazz and gospel music

April Wright produces and performs in a 90-minute show, "Chickens, Chitlins, and Caviar," which features jazz, blues, and gospel music. Catch the performance on Saturday, June 8th and Sunday, June 9th at Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek. (06-07-2024) 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

Jun 7
04:31

Man charged with hit-and-run, DUI after crash at Walnut Creek Farmers' Market

The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office has charged a Vallejo man with hit-and-run and driving under the influence for injuring two people while allegedly driving his SUV into vendors setting up for the Walnut Creek Farmers' Market on Sunday.

Jun 6

Raw Video: 2 injured in crash near Walnut Creek Farmers Market

Raw video from the scene of a vehicle-pedestrian crash in the vicinity of the Farmers Market in Walnut Creek Sunday morning. (6-2-24)

Jun 2
11:01

Walnut Creek police arrest man suspected in early morning crash that injured 2

A man was arrested Sunday in the wake of a crash early Sunday morning in Walnut Creek that sent two people to the hospital, police said.

Jun 2

Walnut Creek Art & Wine Festival kicks off the first weekend of June

Attendees to the Art and Wine Festival in Walnut Creek can expect live entertainment, fine arts and crafts, wine tasting, and a beer garden at Heather Farm Park. President and CEO of the Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, Bob Linscheid, joins to discuss more. (05-31-2024) 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

May 31
03:03

Walnut Creek BART station reopens after major medical emergency

The Walnut Creek BART station reopened Tuesday afternoon following a "major medical emergency" involving a person on the tracks, transit officials said.

May 21

Man accused of trying to kidnap, molest child at Walnut Creek library

A 27-year-old man has been charged with trying to kidnap a child earlier this month at a downtown Walnut Creek library and possessing hundreds of images of child pornography, authorities said Thursday.

Apr 26

Habitat for Humanity brings housing hope to East Bay community

Habitat for Humanity celebrated a new development in Walnut Creek on Saturday, giving hope to those willing to put in the work.

Apr 13

Habitat for Humanity brings housing hope with Walnut Creek development

Habitat for Humanity celebrated a new development in Walnut Creek on Saturday, giving hope to those willing to put in the work. John Ramos reports. (4-13-24)

Apr 13
03:14

Oakland "F--- Everyone" gang members accused of burglarizing dozens of businesses

A string of burglaries that targeted businesses across the state including a Walnut Creek Louis Vuitton store and a Concord Discount Cigarettes shop have all been linked to one small crew of alleged smash-and-grab thieves from Oakland.

Apr 10

Walnut Creek detective helps authorities zero in on brazen burglary gang

Katie Nielsen reports on how a detective with the Walnut Creek Police Department linked a local crime to dozens of other burglaries.

Apr 10
03:30

All-star hard rock cover band plays Retro Junkie

Brought together by a love for hard-rock hits, all-star local covers outfit the Butlers delivers an array of radio staples and album cuts at Retro Junkie in Walnut Creek Saturday night with an opening set from Sammy Hagar tribute band Rock the Nation.

Mar 13

County Supes approve housing developments in unincorporated Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek

The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors decided in favor of developers in two separate project appeals.

Feb 27

Neo-Nazi white supremacist delivers antisemitic diatribe at Walnut Creek City Council meeting

A man wearing a "white power" T-shirt and swastikas went on a hate-filled, antisemitic diatribe during a public comment period at a Walnut Creek City Council meeting Tuesday evening.

Feb 21

Walnut Creek City Councilmember talks about ugly verbal confrontation with neo-Nazi at public meetin

Katie Nielsen reports on Walnut Creek City Councilmember Kevin Wilk's reaction to an in-person encounter with white supremacist troll at a meeting Tuesday. Read more: https://www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/news/neo-nazi-walnut-creek-city-council-white-supremacist-antisemitic/ 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 21
03:34

2024 Super Bowl watch parties where fans cheered on the 49ers across the San Francisco Bay Area

San Francisco 49ers fans gathered across the Bay Area Sunday for Super Bowl LVIII watch parties to root the team on as they faced the Kansas City Chiefs.

Feb 11

Bay Area cleans up from aftermath of atmospheric river storm Sunday

Team coverage of Bay Area crews working to clear fallen trees and downed power lines across the region in the wake of Sunday's powerful storm.

Feb 5
06:34

BART Train Arrives at Underground Station

Update: BART service resumes after person reported on BART tracks in Pleasant Hill

BART service on the Antioch line between Walnut Creek and Concord stations was restored Wednesday morning after being briefly disrupted due to a person on the tracks.

Jan 24

3 arrested in Bay Area retail theft ring that stole $650K in merchandise

Three people suspected of being part of a retail theft ring responsible for more than two dozen burglaries and attempted burglaries have been arrested, Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Wednesday.

Jan 17

BART service restored to normal after derailment near outside Orinda station

BART train service resumed between Rockridge and Walnut Creek stations on Tuesday, transit officials said, nearly a day after a partial derailment occurred near Orinda station. Shawn Chitnis reports.

Jan 2
02:49

East Bay retirement community pushes city to allow cannabis dispensary

Seniors at a Walnut Creek retirement community are pushing for a new local cannabis dispensary but the city remains opposed.

Dec 21, 2023

East Bay seniors push city to allow cannabis dispensary

Seniors at a Walnut Creek retirement community are pushing for a local cannabis dispensary but the city remains opposed. Kenny Choi reports. (12-21-23)

Dec 21, 2023
03:14

Walnut Creek robbery and assault arrests

Walnut Creek police arrest two suspects in violent pistol-whipping and robbery

Police arrested two of the three suspects accused of pistol-whipping and robbing two people Tuesday evening in downtown Walnut Creek

Dec 7, 2023

Man sentenced for placing hidden camera in Starbucks bathroom in Walnut Creek

A man was sentenced to two years in prison for three counts of eavesdropping and two counts of invasion of privacy after he installed hidden cameras in a restroom at a Walnut Creek Starbucks.

Nov 28, 2023

Walnut Creek shopping district sees stepped-up security

Retailers are demanding more protection especially after thieves slammed a vehicle into a store in Pleasant Hill on Thanksgiving. Da Lin reports. (11-24-23)

Nov 24, 2023
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Watch live: Chicano Batman performs at the Stern Grove Festival

The Stern Grove Festival continues its 87th season of free concerts at San Francisco's Sigmund Stern Grove Sunday afternoon, but you didn't have to have a ticket to enjoy the music live.

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San Francisco police respond to stabbing along Pride parade route; 1 injured

San Francisco police said a man was stabbed on the 500 block of Market Street around 11:20 a.m.

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Watch: SF Pride Parade special, "Hope Love Pride — A Celebration"

The colorful festivities of the 2024 San Francisco Pride Parade were featured as part of the CBS SF special "Hope Love Pride -- A Celebration" being streamed and broadcast Sunday morning.

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Shooting in Hayward injures 2 teens; one remains on life support

Two teenagers, ages 17 and 18, were wounded in a shooting that left one on life support, Hayward police said Saturday.

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Polls show Americans' trust in the Supreme Court has never been lower, especially in light of ethical lapses that lead observers to question the impartiality of the justices.

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Watch live: Chicano Batman performs at the Stern Grove Festival

The Stern Grove Festival continues its 87th season of free concerts at San Francisco's Sigmund Stern Grove Sunday afternoon, but you didn't have to have a ticket to enjoy the music live.

updated 22M ago

San Francisco police respond to stabbing along Pride parade route; 1 injured

San Francisco police said a man was stabbed on the 500 block of Market Street around 11:20 a.m.

1H ago

Watch: SF Pride Parade special, "Hope Love Pride — A Celebration"

The colorful festivities of the 2024 San Francisco Pride Parade were featured as part of the CBS SF special "Hope Love Pride -- A Celebration" being streamed and broadcast Sunday morning.

2H ago

Shooting in Hayward injures 2 teens; one remains on life support

Two teenagers, ages 17 and 18, were wounded in a shooting that left one on life support, Hayward police said Saturday.

6H ago

The ethical quandary facing the Supreme Court (and America)

Polls show Americans' trust in the Supreme Court has never been lower, especially in light of ethical lapses that lead observers to question the impartiality of the justices.

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Watch live: Chicano Batman performs at the Stern Grove Festival

The Stern Grove Festival continues its 87th season of free concerts at San Francisco's Sigmund Stern Grove Sunday afternoon, but you didn't have to have a ticket to enjoy the music live.

updated 22M ago

San Francisco police respond to stabbing along Pride parade route; 1 injured

San Francisco police said a man was stabbed on the 500 block of Market Street around 11:20 a.m.

1H ago

Watch: SF Pride Parade special, "Hope Love Pride — A Celebration"

The colorful festivities of the 2024 San Francisco Pride Parade were featured as part of the CBS SF special "Hope Love Pride -- A Celebration" being streamed and broadcast Sunday morning.

2H ago

SF's Pride Parade and Celebration are this weekend. Here's what to know

Pride month activities in San Francisco culminate this weekend with the SF Pride Parade and Celebration taking over Market Street and Civic Center Plaza.

2H ago

San Francisco Pride holds Pink Saturday Block Party for weekend celebrations

It's the final weekend of Pride Month and ahead of Sunday's Pride Parade people were out in the streets celebrating.

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Shooting in Hayward injures 2 teens; one remains on life support

Two teenagers, ages 17 and 18, were wounded in a shooting that left one on life support, Hayward police said Saturday.

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Despite looming cuts, Oakland police step up summer patrols

The Oakland Police Department launched its Summer Safety Plan on Saturday by increasing police patrols throughout the city.

18H ago

Berkeley to close scenic roads for Fourth of July

The city of Berkeley is closing certain roads on the Fourth of July holiday, as fireworks-gazers tend to want to head to hills to view the entire Bay.

Jun 29

Oakland residents pack city hall meeting to voice concerns about budget cuts

A historic budget deficit in Oakland has many people worried about severe cuts to city services that could have a critical impact on public safety.

Jun 28

East Bay engineer dedicates himself to cleaning up the Bay Area

During a time when there is a lot of uncertainty about the future of Oakland, one local engineer has been trying to spread some civic pride in his hometown and across the rest of the Bay Area.

Jun 28

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Amber Alert deactivated after 14-day-old infant from Vallejo found

An Amber Alert that was issued Saturday for a 14-day-old baby was canceled after the baby was found unharmed with his mother.

22H ago

Man sentenced to nearly 20 years for brutal stabbing of Monterey County school animals

A Monterey County man was sentenced to nearly 20 years in prison after he was found guilty of stabbing animals inside a school property in February 2023, prosecutors said.

Jun 27

Vegetation fire burns in South San Jose

A debris fire spread to vegetation in South San Jose Wednesday, Cal Fire reported.

Jun 26

Santa Cruz city council approves plan to combat homelessness

On Tuesday the Santa Cruz City Council unanimously approved a program to reduce housing insecurity and homelessness in the city.

Jun 26

Arrest made in San Jose gang-related shooting from March

A San Jose man has been jailed on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon following a shooting in March that is believed to be gang-motivated, police said.

Jun 26

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Driver killed in two-vehicle collision near Petaluma

A motorist died following a two-vehicle collision early Thursday morning near Petaluma, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Jun 28

Unregistered Ukiah sex offender accused of attempted carjacking

Authorities in Ukiah are holding a man on $1 million bail who had failed to register as a sex offender and allegedly tried to attack a woman, police said Wednesday.

Jun 28

Woman sought in Santa Rosa stabbing attack; reward offered

Police in Santa Rosa are searching for a woman suspected in a Thursday morning stabbing.

Jun 27

Man arrested for allegedly stealing Novato school district checks

A Sacramento resident was arrested earlier this month on suspicion of participating in stealing and fraudulently depositing checks issued by the Novato Unified School District.

Jun 27

American Canyon High principal charged with failing to report teacher's suspected abuse of student

The principal at American Canyon High School has been charged with allegedly failing to make a mandated report of child molestation by a teacher, the Napa County District Attorney's Office said Thursday.

Jun 27

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Sports

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Giants lose 14-7 to Dodgers after 7-run 11th inning

Will Smith knocked in two runs to start a seven-run 11th inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants 14-7 on Saturday night.

15H ago

A's held to 1 hit in 6 innings in Diamondbacks' 3-0 win

Zac Gallen pitched one-hit ball over six innings in the Diamondbacks' 3-0 victory over the Oakland A's on Saturday.

22H ago

Orlando Cepeda, Hall of Fame Giants slugger, dies at 86

Orlando Cepeda, the slugging Hall of Fame first baseman and Giants great nicknamed "Baby Bull," has died at 86.

Jun 28

Wisely hits 2-run homer in 9th to send Giants past Dodgers

The San Francisco Giants beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-3 on Friday night.

Jun 28

A's rally late, snap 11-game road losing streak by beating Diamondbacks

The Oakland Athletics snapped a five-game losing streak, beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-4 on Friday night.

Jun 28

Bay Area Crime

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San Francisco police respond to stabbing along Pride parade route; 1 injured

San Francisco police said a man was stabbed on the 500 block of Market Street around 11:20 a.m.

1H ago

Shooting in Hayward injures 2 teens; one remains on life support

Two teenagers, ages 17 and 18, were wounded in a shooting that left one on life support, Hayward police said Saturday.

6H ago

Amber Alert deactivated after 14-day-old infant from Vallejo found

An Amber Alert that was issued Saturday for a 14-day-old baby was canceled after the baby was found unharmed with his mother.

22H ago

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SF man accused of embezzling funds from law firm to pay for 3 homes

A federal grand jury indicted a San Francisco man in connection with the embezzlement of more than $1.2 million from law firms where he worked.

Jun 29

Volunteer at Richmond church arrested on rape charges

A man who has volunteered at several churches in the East Bay has been arrested and charged with rape for allegedly abusing a girl over the span of several years, police in Richmond announced Friday.

Jun 28

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Technology

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Power demands of AI computing could put power grid under major strain

Some critics believe the rapid rise of artificial intelligence is going to pose a major energy problem for the future.

Jun 26

Neurotech company looks to virtual reality and AI to help provide hospice care

National data shows the number of hospice patients in the U.S. is growing so fast that there aren't enough chaplains to provide patients with the spiritual care they're looking for at the end of their lives.

Jun 27

Waymo expands robotaxi service to all in San Francisco

Robotaxi service Waymo on Tuesday announced its autonomous vehicles would be available for rides to anyone in San Francisco who downloads the company's app.

Jun 25

General Motors taps former Xbox engineer as new CEO for Cruise

General Motors on Tuesday named a veteran technology executive with roots in the video game industry to steer its troubled robotaxi service Cruise as it tries to recover from a gruesome collision that triggered the suspension of its California license.

Jun 25

FILE PHOTO: The view of Tesla Inc's U.S. vehicle factory in Freemont, California

Air quality regulators order Tesla to correct violations at Fremont factory

Tesla has been ordered to correct ongoing air quality violations at its electric vehicle manufacturing plant in Fremont, regulators said Tuesday.

Jun 25

Health

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S.F. officials monitor rise in domestic mpox cases as global outbreak spreads

With an mpox (aka monkeypox) outbreak ongoing in Africa, global health experts are warning people at higher risk of contracting the virus to take precautions.

19H ago

Diamond Shruumz products recalled after toxin sickens 39 people in 20 states

Cones, chocolate bars and gummies sold nationwide found to contain toxic levels of chemical found in some mushrooms.

Jun 28

Inside A Poultry Farm in Malaysia as Bird Flu Global Spread Escalates

San Mateo Co. farmworkers to receive PPE amid H5N1 bird flu concerns

Personal protective equipment will be distributed to dairy and poultry farmworkers in San Mateo County to protect against the H5N1 virus, county health officials said Wednesday.

Jun 28

Neurotech company looks to virtual reality and AI to help provide hospice care

Jun 27

Drinking water of nearly 1 million Californians failed to meet state requirements

Almost 400 water systems serving nearly a million Californians don't meet state requirements for safe and reliable drinking water supplies.

Jun 26

Politics

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First Presidential Debate; Biden vs Trump

Poll: After debate, higher numbers of voters don't think Biden should be running

Some Democrats question Biden's ability to campaign in the 2024 presidential election, divide over whether he should be the nominee, after voters say Trump won debate.

1H ago

After shaky debate, Biden goes on campaign trail

Amid calls to bow out, a defiant President Biden is digging in, holding campaign events and fundraisers this weekend in New York and New Jersey. Taurean Small reports.

22H ago
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Gov. Newsom signs budget to close $46.8 billion deficit

Gov. Newsom Saturday signed a state budget to close an estimated $46.8 billion deficit through $16 billion in spending cuts and business tax increases.

22H ago

Oakland residents pack city hall meeting to voice concerns about budget cuts

A historic budget deficit in Oakland has many people worried about severe cuts to city services that could have a critical impact on public safety.

Jun 28

Bay Area politicos react to Biden's rocky performance at Thursday's debate

The consensus among California politics experts is that the president did not do enough to put voters' minds at ease about his age and cognitive ability. Lauren Toms reports. (6-28-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv

Jun 28
05:10

LGBTQ+

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Watch: SF Pride Parade special, "Hope Love Pride — A Celebration"

The colorful festivities of the 2024 San Francisco Pride Parade were featured as part of the CBS SF special "Hope Love Pride -- A Celebration" being streamed and broadcast Sunday morning.

2H ago

Pride Weekend Celebrations at S.F. Civic Center Plaza

Pride celebrations fill San Francisco Civic Center Plaza

San Francisco's Civic Center Plaza became a colorful, upbeat festival hub Saturday on the final weekend of Pride Month in the city

19H ago

After shaky debate, Biden goes on campaign trail

Amid calls to bow out, a defiant President Biden is digging in, holding campaign events and fundraisers this weekend in New York and New Jersey. Taurean Small reports.

22H ago
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San Francisco store ships LGBTQ books to states where they're banned

A bookstore in San Francisco is sending boxes of LGBTQ+ books to parts of the country where they are banned.

Jun 29

SF couple to renew their vows 20 years after city's first same-sex marriages

Twenty years after same-sex marriage was legalized in San Francisco, one of the first couples to legally marry will renew their vows Friday night.

Jun 28

Entertainment

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Watch live: Chicano Batman performs at the Stern Grove Festival

The Stern Grove Festival continues its 87th season of free concerts at San Francisco's Sigmund Stern Grove Sunday afternoon, but you didn't have to have a ticket to enjoy the music live.

updated 22M ago

Watch: SF Pride Parade special, "Hope Love Pride — A Celebration"

The colorful festivities of the 2024 San Francisco Pride Parade were featured as part of the CBS SF special "Hope Love Pride -- A Celebration" being streamed and broadcast Sunday morning.

2H ago

SF's Pride Parade and Celebration are this weekend. Here's what to know

Pride month activities in San Francisco culminate this weekend with the SF Pride Parade and Celebration taking over Market Street and Civic Center Plaza.

2H ago

Martin Mull, comic actor from "Roseanne," "Sabrina the Teenage Witch," dies at 80

Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."

19H ago

"Fuller House" actor makes directorial debut at SF's Frameline film fest

The world's largest LGBTQ film festival ends Saturday in San Francisco. One of the festival's offerings featured a familiar actor making his directorial debut.

Jun 28

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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San Francisco weekend Pride festivities kick off with Pink Block Party

Amanda Hari reports on San Francisco Pride festivities. 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

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PIX Now morning edition 6-30-24

CBS News Bay Area morning edition headlines for Sunday, June 30, 2024. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com

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Officials warn of rise in domestic mpox cases as global outbreak spreads

With an mpox (aka monkeypox) outbreak ongoing in Africa, global health experts warn people at higher risk to take precautions. Max Darrow reports. (6-29-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv

19H ago
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Oakland police department, facing cuts, plans increased enforcement

Despite looming budget cuts, the Oakland police department is putting more officers on the streets starting Saturday. Da Lin reports. (6-29-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv

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Jefferson Awards

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Santa Rosa filmmaker shares inside look at life with epilepsy

More than three million people in the US live with epilepsy, according to the CDC. One Santa Rosa filmmaker is working to make sure they are seen and heard.

Jun 26

San Pablo nonprofit that helps low-income pet owners in need of new home

A San Pablo no-kill shelter that's considered a last resort for animals is scrambling to find an affordable new home quickly.

Jun 19

Stephen Wynne with the Olympic Club Foundation

Former student-athlete leads Olympic Club Foundation in providing access to youth sports

A San Francisco man has helped his nonprofit take fundraising to the next level so that more underserved children can build life skills while playing sports.

Jun 12

Marin County woman helps young adults who age out of foster care by decorating homes

Being in the foster care system can be tough for children, and it often doesn't become easier once they age out. But there are people trying to help them succeed.

May 29

Mill Valley resident brings people together through his heartfelt art projects

A Mill Valley man known for his public art projects that bring his neighbors together is being honored for providing gifts to his community.

May 22

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SRA scholar juggles Cal studies with family 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.

Jun 28

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

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

College student gives back to program that changed his life

A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.

Dec 1, 2023

San Rafael student sees the world, but remembers his roots

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.

Nov 3, 2023

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