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2 children killed, 17 people injured in shooting at Catholic school in Minneapolis
Two young children were killed and 17 others were injured in a shooting during a Catholic Mass packed with young students in south Minneapolis Wednesday morning. The shooter is also dead.
East Bay Regional Parks acquire Point Molate in Richmond for future park
The East Bay Regional Park District has acquired 82 acres at Point Molate on the Point San Pablo Peninsula in Richmond for $40 million from the Guidiville Rancheria of California.
3 Northern California suspects arrested in Santa Barbara County weapons bust
A search for a wanted felony suspect from Northern California resulted in his arrest and that of two other Bay Area suspects in Santa Barbara County last week, the California Highway Patrol said.
California GOP lawmaker proposes splitting state amid redistricting push
The head of the Republican caucus in the California State Assembly said he will propose splitting California into two states in protest of congressional redistricting efforts by Gov. Gavin Newsom and state Democrats.
California Supreme Court denies state Republicans' petition to stop special election on redistricting plan
The California Supreme Court has denied an emergency petition filed by state Republicans that would have blocked a November special election over Gov. Gavin Newsom's redistricting plan.
Key witness Victor Aenlle testifies in San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus's removal hearing
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus's fight to keep her job entered a pivotal stage this week, as one of the central figures in the case, Victor Aenlle, took the stand for four hours of sworn testimony on Tuesday.
49ers to use 5 fill-in announcers as Greg Papa undergoes cancer treatment
The San Francisco 49ers announced a new broadcast team consisting of five play-by-play announcers that will fill in for broadcaster Greg Papa this season, as he undergoes treatment for cancer.
Truck crashes down dangerous Northern California river canyon, lands upright
A delivery truck somehow landed upright in a crash off a perilous rural highway near Crescent City this week.
49ers reportedly sign veteran wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling to 1-year deal
The San Francisco 49ers bolstered their banged-up receiver corps by agreeing to a one-year deal with Marquez Valdes-Scantling after he was cut by Seattle, a person with knowledge of the deal said Wednesday.
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California Supreme Court denies state Republicans' petition to stop special election on redistricting plan
The California Supreme Court has denied an emergency petition filed by state Republicans that would have blocked a November special election over Gov. Gavin Newsom's redistricting plan.
Key witness Victor Aenlle testifies in San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus's removal hearing
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus's fight to keep her job entered a pivotal stage this week, as one of the central figures in the case, Victor Aenlle, took the stand for four hours of sworn testimony on Tuesday.
San Francisco, Caltrans reach partnership on highway homeless encampment cleanups
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announced Wednesday that the city has reached an agreement with Caltrans that seeks to clean up homeless encampments on state highways.
California GOP lawmaker proposes splitting state amid redistricting push
The head of the Republican caucus in the California State Assembly said he will propose splitting California into two states in protest of congressional redistricting efforts by Gov. Gavin Newsom and state Democrats.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia to seek asylum in U.S.
A lawyer for Kilmar Abrego Garcia said he has asked a judge to reopen his immigration proceedings and is seeking asylum in the United States.
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49ers to use 5 fill-in announcers as Greg Papa undergoes cancer treatment
The San Francisco 49ers announced a new broadcast team consisting of five play-by-play announcers that will fill in for broadcaster Greg Papa this season, as he undergoes treatment for cancer.
49ers reportedly sign veteran wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling to 1-year deal
The San Francisco 49ers bolstered their banged-up receiver corps by agreeing to a one-year deal with Marquez Valdes-Scantling after he was cut by Seattle, a person with knowledge of the deal said Wednesday.
Justin Verlander wins 1st game at home since joining Giants; SF beats Cubs
Justin Verlander finally won at home for the first time since joining the Giants.
San Jose city council approves deal to keep the Sharks in the city until 2051
The San Jose City Council has approved a deal to renovate the Sharks' arena and keep the team in the city until 2051.
Fire at Mount Diablo High School damages new football field ahead of opener
A joint investigation is underway at Mount Diablo High School in Concord after its new football field was damaged in fire over the weekend, just days before the season opener.
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Bay Area refill shop tackles single-use plastic problem
In the San Francisco Bay Area, on the island of Alameda, six months ago, a small store opened up on Webster Street and already has quite a clientele.
San Francisco volunteers help preserve Presidio habitats, biodiversity
A group of volunteers at San Francisco's Presidio National Park is drawing inspiration to restore local habitats and biodiversity from a life-sized art project across the globe.
Bay Area scientists work to restore sea star population devastated by pathogen
Scientists have determined the cause of an epidemic that has devastated a species of starfish, wiping out billions over the last decade, and a Bay Area team is at the forefront of an effort to restore their population.
California clean energy push exemplified by Stanford professor's zero net energy home
Clean, renewable energy is powering California to levels never seen before, and a Stanford professor's home is the blueprint for the near future.
Relative of extinct Xerces butterfly helps restore California habitat destroyed in its demise
A butterfly that went extinct decades ago after the destruction of its Bay Area habitat is now the driving force behind its restoration with the help of a close relative now fluttering in its terrain.
Experimental tiles bring life to seawall along San Francisco's Embarcacero
Along San Francisco's Embarcadero, a groundbreaking experiment is revealing promising results.
California winery harnesses the wind to produce its award-winning wine
Off the coast of California, south of Salinas and located at the base of the Santa Lucia Mountains, clusters of high-quality pinot noir and chardonnay grapes ripen in the cooling fog, warming sun and perfect soil.
New report indicates emperor penguins are living on thin ice
Emperor penguins live in some of the most remote and environmentally pristine regions in the world. But that doesn't mean they're safe from the impacts of a warming planet.
New report shows massive plunge in planet's emperor penguin population
Emperor penguins may live in some of the most remote and environmentally pristine regions in the world, but that doesn't mean they're safe from the impacts of a warming planet.
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Wednesday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 8/27/25
Expect the mild trend to continue on Wednesday, with highs ranging from the 60s along the coast to the 80s inland. Temperatures are expected to warm up heading into Labor Day weekend. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Tuesday evening First Alert weather forecast with Zoe Mintz - 8/26/25
Expect increasing clouds and fog in the overnight hours. On Wednesday, highs will range from the 60s along the coast, to the upper 80s inland. Zoe Mintz has the forecast.
Monday evening First Alert Weather forecast 8/25/25
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz says onshore winds will keep temperatures lower than normal in some part of the Bay Area.
Monday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch
Expect cooler conditions on Monday, with increasing winds in the afternoon and highs ranging from the 60s along the coast to the low 90s inland. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
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Why didn't laws to protect kids online prevent alleged Roblox kidnapping?
CBS News California examined why and how a recent alleged kidnapping might have been avoided if the laws were working the way they were supposed to.
California's top prosecutors honor "American Nightmare" survivors Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn
They were mocked, doubted and even called liars. But now, Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn, the couple once accused of staging a kidnapping hoax, are being honored by California's top prosecutors. Here's how their relentless pursuit of justice helped solve cold case crimes and the exclusive confessions they helped uncover.
Fact-checking Trump and Newsom's claims about California gas prices
President Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom have made several different claims about California gas prices. Here's what we found.
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Fresno restaurant owner charged with hiring gang member to set fire to restaurant
Robert "Bobby" Salazar, owner of the Bobby Salazar Mexican restaurant chain in Central California, was charged with hiring a gang member to set fire at one of his restaurants, prosecutors said.
Wednesday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 8/27/25
Expect the mild trend to continue on Wednesday, with highs ranging from the 60s along the coast to the 80s inland. Temperatures are expected to warm up heading into Labor Day weekend. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Bay Area couture designer's dresses being auctioned for children's benefit
Loureen Ayyoub reports on designer Lily Samii auctioning gowns from her private collection for a children's palliative care center. 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
Oakland mayor proposing a new city office to address homelessness
Amanda Hari reports on the effort to address homelessness in Oakland. 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
Butte County farmer reacts to proposed congressional redistricting plan
Kara St. Cyr reports on reaction to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s and state Democrats' proposed congressional map. 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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What to know about Tesla's robotaxi plans in the Bay Area
Business Insider tech reporter Grace Kay shares where plans stand with Tesla's robotaxi service in the Bay Area.
Skincare brands make billions selling products, including some harmful to young skin, to tweens
Skincare brands make billions of dollars annually selling stuff to children 12 and under, even though dermatologists caution against minors using some of these products that are meant for adults. The CBS News Confirmed team analyzed top kidfluencers with more than 42 million followers combined and found that 94% of their recent skincare posts did not let kids know they were getting free products or commissions from the brands they promote. That social media marketing is turning many in this generation into so-called "Sephora kids," but they often don't realize that some viral products can harm young skin. Check out what happened when CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts sent her 11-year-old daughter undercover shopping with her friends. BEHIND THE INVESTIGATION: CBS News California investigates troubling trend in skincare industry WATCH PART 1 - Investigating "Sephora Kid" Concerns: How skincare brands make billions selling products to tweens. WATCH PART 2 - Investigating "Sephora Kids" Solutions: Fifth-graders investigate California bill targeting anti-aging skincare sales to minors. READ MORE HERE: How the skincare industry makes billions marketing products to tweens, including some that could harm young skin
USF immigration policy expert discusses presidential election
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks with USF professor of law and migration studies Bill Ong Hing about the positions of the Trump and Harris campaigns when it comes to immigration reform and the situation at the border
UC Berkeley professor discusses threat of artificial intelligence in elections
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks UC Berkeley Haas School of Business professor Olaf Groth, PhD, about how AI could play a role in potential election interference
UCSF doctor discusses summer Covid surge
CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec asks UCSF infectious disease specialist Dr. Monica Gandhi if Covid is any more serious than a cold these days, the latest on long Covid, and if the bird flu poses any threat of becoming the next pandemic
Bay Area political expert on campaigns tapping into social media influencers
The race for the White House is flooding our feeds. CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec asks Dr. Nolan Higdon with CSU East Bay about the impact of influencers in the presidential race, and if they can really tip the scales in battleground states
Bay Area teen provides mental health resources for students
CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec hears from Niku Sedarat from San Jose, an incoming Stanford student and member of DoSomething.Org, about an initiative that allows students to share ideas about addressing mental health in their communities. Anne also asks Dr. Nicole Stelter from Blue Shield of California how parents can provide support for their children
Bay Area lung cancer survivor recalls how car crash may have saved her life
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook has been reporting extensively on the rise in lung cancer cases among non-smoking Asian American women. Now, Liz talks to a Bay Area mother whose trip to Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center after a car crash may have saved her life. Liz also talks to Dr. Jeffrey Velotta, who performed the surgery, about the rise in lung cancer cases in Asian American women and what may be causing them
Reaction to Gov. Newsom's executive order to clear homeless encampments
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks to Coalition on Homelessness Executive Director Jennifer Friedenbach and Senior Vice President of Public Policy for the Bay Area Council Adrian Covert to hear both sides of the debate over Gov. Newsom's executive order to clear homeless encampments
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Key witness Victor Aenlle testifies in San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus's removal hearing
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus's fight to keep her job entered a pivotal stage this week, as one of the central figures in the case, Victor Aenlle, took the stand for four hours of sworn testimony on Tuesday.
San Francisco, Caltrans reach partnership on highway homeless encampment cleanups
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announced Wednesday that the city has reached an agreement with Caltrans that seeks to clean up homeless encampments on state highways.
Lyft, Uber and Waymo usher return of cars to San Francisco's Market Street after 5-year ban
Waymo robotaxis, along with Lyft and Uber's premium ride-hailing services, began on San Francisco's Market Street on Tuesday, marking a return of private vehicles to the city's historic downtown artery.
San Francisco Giants 2026 schedule released; season opener at home vs. Yankees
Oracle Park in San Francisco will host the first game of the 2026 Major League Baseball regular season as the Giants face the New York Yankees, the league announced Tuesday.
Union president testifies in 6th day of San Mateo County Sheriff removal hearing
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus faced her sixth day of her removal hearing Monday as the county called one of its most anticipated witnesses.
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East Bay Regional Parks acquire Point Molate in Richmond for future park
The East Bay Regional Park District has acquired 82 acres at Point Molate on the Point San Pablo Peninsula in Richmond for $40 million from the Guidiville Rancheria of California.
Shooting near San Pablo school prompts hours-long lockdown, teen arrested
Two people, including a 16-year-old, were arrested following a shooting near an elementary school in San Pablo on Tuesday that prompted an hours-long lockdown of the campus.
Couture gowns will be auctioned for Bay Area children's palliative care center
The gowns will be featured in the "Elegance Meets Impact" charity auction, a philanthropic initiative aimed at raising funds to support the center's mission of providing compassionate, family-centered care. T
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee introduces five-point plan to address homelessness
Part of Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee's plan includes creating a new city office named the Office of Homelessness Solutions.
Fire at Mount Diablo High School damages new football field ahead of opener
A joint investigation is underway at Mount Diablo High School in Concord after its new football field was damaged in fire over the weekend, just days before the season opener.
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San Jose city council approves deal to keep the Sharks in the city until 2051
The San Jose City Council has approved a deal to renovate the Sharks' arena and keep the team in the city until 2051.
San Jose boosting fines to as high as $10,000 per day for blighted properties
The San Jose City Council decided to increase the fines for property owners who refuse to clean up their lots. The new ordinance allows a maximum fine of $10,000 per day with a maximum of $500,000 a year — the highest fine amount in the state.
Student pilot, instructor safe after plane makes emergency landing near Santa Cruz
A student pilot and a flight instructor are safe after being forced to make an emergency landing near a state park in Santa Cruz County on Saturday.
San Jose man suspected in 2024 death of his infant child arrested in Los Angeles County
A man wanted in the 2024 death of his infant child in San Jose was arrested this week in Los Angeles County, police said.
Watson Fire burns in southern Santa Clara County near San Martin
A vegetation fire was burning in southern Santa Clara County just west of San Martin on Thursday afternoon.
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Containment of California's Pickett Fire in Napa County grows; weather helps firefight
More than 2,000 fire personnel were working the Pickett Fire in California's Napa County, burning for a sixth day as weather conditions turned favorable overnight Tuesday.
Smoke from Pickett Fire in Napa County prompts extended air quality advisory for North Bay
The North Bay will see hazy skies for the next several days due to smoke from the Pickett Fire burning in Napa County near Calistoga, air quality officials said Monday.
Second person found dead after San Rafael apartment complex fire
A second person was found dead at the site of a San Rafael apartment complex fire, authorities said Sunday night.
Napa County officials declare local emergency for Pickett Fire
Officials in Napa County have declared a local emergency in response to the Pickett Fire in the Calistoga area.
Sky Fire evacuation in Lake County lifted
Evacuation warnings were issued in Lake County after the Sky Fire broke out Sunday afternoon.
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Couture gowns will be auctioned for Bay Area children's palliative care center
The gowns will be featured in the "Elegance Meets Impact" charity auction, a philanthropic initiative aimed at raising funds to support the center's mission of providing compassionate, family-centered care. T
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee introduces five-point plan to address homelessness
Part of Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee's plan includes creating a new city office named the Office of Homelessness Solutions.
San Francisco plans to clear homeless residents from SoMa neighborhood
San Francisco outreach officers were already in the area, talking to people living on the streets, offering them help, and asking them to move.
Foster City will take another go at trying to manage its goose population
Foster City has long tried to manage its goose population. Its new plane involves tools they have used before, such as dogs, lasers, drones and more. But this time, they'll use them at the same time.
SF police recruit officer dies; had medical emergency after training exercise
The recruit officer, identified as Jon-Marques Psalms, had a medical emergency after finishing a training exercise on Wednesday, police said. He was taken to the hospital but died on Friday. He was 30 years old.
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East Bay Regional Parks acquire Point Molate in Richmond for future park
The East Bay Regional Park District has acquired 82 acres at Point Molate on the Point San Pablo Peninsula in Richmond for $40 million from the Guidiville Rancheria of California.
California Supreme Court denies state Republicans' petition to stop special election on redistricting plan
The California Supreme Court has denied an emergency petition filed by state Republicans that would have blocked a November special election over Gov. Gavin Newsom's redistricting plan.
Key witness Victor Aenlle testifies in San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus's removal hearing
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus's fight to keep her job entered a pivotal stage this week, as one of the central figures in the case, Victor Aenlle, took the stand for four hours of sworn testimony on Tuesday.
49ers to use 5 fill-in announcers as Greg Papa undergoes cancer treatment
The San Francisco 49ers announced a new broadcast team consisting of five play-by-play announcers that will fill in for broadcaster Greg Papa this season, as he undergoes treatment for cancer.
49ers reportedly sign veteran wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling to 1-year deal
The San Francisco 49ers bolstered their banged-up receiver corps by agreeing to a one-year deal with Marquez Valdes-Scantling after he was cut by Seattle, a person with knowledge of the deal said Wednesday.
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California resident in Lake Tahoe area tests positive for plague
Public health officials said the person may have been bitten by an infected flea while camping in the South Lake Tahoe area.
Former San Francisco public health director Dr. Grant Colfax to lead Contra Costa Health
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday appointed San Francisco's former public health director to oversee its own county health department.
Why is Instagram's new Map feature controversial, and should you disable it?
Instagram rolled out a new Map feature that lets users see their friends' locations in real time. Here's why privacy experts are concerned.
Invasive mosquito located at Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton
Officials in the East Bay urged residents to take precautions after the invasive Aedes aegypti mosquito was recently found at the Alameda County Fairgrounds.
Kaiser's pause on youth gender-affirming surgeries sparks divided protest in San Francisco
A tense and confrontational rally unfolded in San Francisco as trans supporters clashed with those who oppose gender affirming surgeries for children.
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3 Northern California suspects arrested in Santa Barbara County weapons bust
A search for a wanted felony suspect from Northern California resulted in his arrest and that of two other Bay Area suspects in Santa Barbara County last week, the California Highway Patrol said.
Shooting near San Pablo school prompts hours-long lockdown, teen arrested
Two people, including a 16-year-old, were arrested following a shooting near an elementary school in San Pablo on Tuesday that prompted an hours-long lockdown of the campus.
2 children killed, 17 people injured in shooting at Catholic school in Minneapolis
Two young children were killed and 17 others were injured in a shooting during a Catholic Mass packed with young students in south Minneapolis Wednesday morning. The shooter is also dead.
Fire at Mount Diablo High School damages new football field ahead of opener
A joint investigation is underway at Mount Diablo High School in Concord after its new football field was damaged in fire over the weekend, just days before the season opener.
Suspect in Antioch homicide arrested in Stockton
The shooting happened around 11:45 p.m. Sunday near the area of Cobblestone and Flagstone drives in Antioch, and a suspect was arrested in Stockton on Tuesday, police said.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Park ranger who hung trans pride flag in Yosemite says they were fired
A former Yosemite employee says they've been fired by the National Park Service, three months after flying a transgender pride flag from El Capitan.
SF LGBTQ community concerned about end of specialized 988 care for youth
For the past three years, LGBTQ+ youth could contact 988 and press 3 to connect them to a counselor specifically trained to support their mental health needs.
Bay Area mother, adult son recall lesbian household upbringing, prideful parenting
A Bay Area mother and her adult son are recalling with pride their family journey in a lesbian household that bucked traditional expectations of masculinity.
SFO wins "Most Beautiful" airport award for Harvey Milk Terminal 1
San Francisco International Airport has been declared among the world's "most beautiful" for its design of Harvey Milk Terminal 1, which was completed last year.
Hope, Live, Pride — A Celebration. Stories from the Bay Area's LGBTQ community
Hope, Love, Pride — A Celebration will showcase live reporting from the parade route, special guests in studio, and stories from throughout Pride month that feature people from the Bay Area's LGBTQ community.
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Photos: Danny Elfman plays film music, Oingo Boingo hits in Mountain View
It happened several days after Halloween, but composer and former Oingo Boingo frontman Danny Elfman delivered an appropriately macabre set of movie soundtracks and '80s hits for a full house at the Shoreline Amphitheatre.
Photos: Green Day holds massive homecoming bash at Oracle Park
Bay Area pop-punk heroes Green Day brought their current Saviors Tour to Oracle Park in San Francisco Friday for an epic show that also featured alt-rock favorites Smashing Pumpkins and fellow punk acts Rancid and the Linda Lindas.
Photos: All-star quartet Beat revives King Crimson songs in Napa
An all-star group featuring King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin along with guitar giant Steve Vai and Tool drummer Danny Carey played the music from Crimson's '80s albums at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa Friday.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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?
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.