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Business owner frustrated over continued Hegenberger corridor burglaries
An Oakland business owner is frustrated after seeing one of his businesses burglarized over the course of a few months.
Oakland officials weigh options, possible cuts as city faces $130M budget deficit
here was little bit of good news in Oakland Monday as city leaders said they have found enough money in enough places that they can move that they can avoid officially declaring an emergency, at least for the time being.
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Person of interest in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO in custody
Police are questioning Luigi Mangione, 26, in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City after he was arrested in Pennsylvania.
California kindergarteners wounded in school shooting now stable, community rallies in support
The Butte County community is coming together to raise money for the families of two kindergartners who were wounded in a school shooting last week.
2025 Golden Globes nominations announced
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes, with 10 nominees revealed live on CBS News.
Trump taps San Francisco attorney for assistant AG position at DOJ
President-elect Donald Trump announced Monday he will nominate Bay Area attorney Harmeet Dhillon for a position at the U.S. Department of Justice.
Sharks trade goalie Mackenzie Blackwood to Avalanche for Alexandar Georgiev
The Colorado Avalanche have swapped goaltenders with San Jose, sending a struggling Alexandar Georgiev to the Sharks for Mackenzie Blackwood.
5.5 earthquake in Nevada rumbles across Northern California
The shaking was felt as far west as Sacramento and down to Modesto
Click to help Food for Bay Area Families bring needed relief to local food banks
Food banks across the San Francisco Bay Area are struggling to meet the growing need even as federal commodity programs are providing less product to distribute, grocery store donations are waning and cash gifts don't go nearly as far as inflation hovers near a 40-year high.
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Oakland officials weigh options, possible cuts as city faces $130M budget deficit
here was little bit of good news in Oakland Monday as city leaders said they have found enough money in enough places that they can move that they can avoid officially declaring an emergency, at least for the time being.
Trump taps San Francisco attorney for assistant AG position at DOJ
President-elect Donald Trump announced Monday he will nominate Bay Area attorney Harmeet Dhillon for a position at the U.S. Department of Justice.
Adam Schiff sworn in as California's newest Senator
After two decades in the House of Representatives, Adam Schiff will return to the Capitol on Monday to officially begin his term as a US Senator.
Trump says he'll act on the "first day" on some Jan. 6 cases
Trump said of the Jan. 6 defendants and convicts, "I'm going to be acting very quickly," he told NBC News' "Meet the Press."
Trump calls for "immediate ceasefire" in Ukraine after Zelenskyy meeting
President-elect Donald Trump called on Sunday for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, saying that Ukraine and its president "would like to make a deal and stop the madness."
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Sharks trade goalie Mackenzie Blackwood to Avalanche for Alexandar Georgiev
The Colorado Avalanche have swapped goaltenders with San Jose, sending a struggling Alexandar Georgiev to the Sharks for Mackenzie Blackwood.
49ers playoff hopes are still teetering despite blowout win against Bears
After three straight losses, including back-to-back blowouts, the San Francisco 49ers needed a get-right game.
Stephen Curry scores 30 and dishes out eight assists as Warriors beat Timberwolves 114-106
Stephen Curry sunk a 39-foot jumper from nearly halfcourt to beat the third-quarter buzzer and finished with 30 points and eight assists, leading the Golden State Warriors past the Minnesota Timberwolves 114-106 in the teams' second meeting over three days.
Juan Soto to join Mets on record 15-year, $765 million deal, reports say
Juan Soto, the four-time MLB All-Star, has agreed to a record 15-year, $765 million contract with the Mets, according to reports.
Purdy throws for 325 yards, 2 touchdowns as 49ers roll past Bears 38-13
Brock Purdy threw two touchdown passes and the San Francisco 49ers bounced back from two blowout losses to beat Chicago 38-13 and spoil interim coach Thomas Brown's debut for the Bears.
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Petaluma reusable purple cup project ends with over 200,000 cups avoiding landfill
Downtown Petaluma is already decked out for the holidays. But something is missing: 60 strategically placed purple bins placed as part of a plan to reduce disposable cup waste.
"Trash Bash" at Monterey school illustrates the struggle to sort recycling
November 15th is "America Recycles Day". It's the only nationally recognized day that's dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling. But along the Monterey Peninsula, a group of graduate students got a head start with their annual "Trash Bash."
13-year-old San Jose girl wins top prize, $25,000 at STEM competition
While young people are understandably anxious about the changing climate and warming planet, there's still a sense of optimism thanks to the creativity found in our youth.
How to slash Halloween's bone-chilling volume of plastic waste
While the Halloween holiday brings excitement, creativity, and happy delirium for many kids, it also generates an unsettling amount of plastic waste.
UC Berkeley scientists invent compound that can pull C02 out of the air
A bright yellow powder invented by University of California at Berkeley scientists might be the game-changing tool humanity needs to slow the effects of climate change.
Global biodiversity report shows "catastrophic decline" in wildlife populations
A shocking new report on global biodiversity is detailing what it calls "a catastrophic decline" in wildlife populations ahead of a major international conference on biodiversity.
Levi's Stadium project tackles climate change at its root
At Levi's Stadium -- home to the San Francisco 49ers -- there is a winning strategy to address a warming planet, nine stories above the gridiron.
Rossmoor provides testing ground for autonomous shuttles
A Bay Area testing ground for high-tech public transportation can be founded in the most unlikely of places: Walnut Creek's Rossmoor retirement community.
Propellants in regularly prescribed inhalers are accelerating global warming
New reports reveal the most commonly prescribed inhaler in the U.S. may actually be contributing to climate change.
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Ahead of Proposition 36 vote, state data show California is not tracking retail theft suspects after arrests
No one — not the Governor's Office, the CHP task force, nor the attorney general — can tell us how many of the people arrested by California's Organized Retail Crime Task Force were sentenced, let alone how many went to jail, received treatment, or re-offended.
Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.
CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.
Fact-checking claims about California's Proposition 36: What it means for drug arrests
CBS News California takes a closer look at the drug component of the high-profile Proposition 36 to fact-check claims about the ballot measure from supporters and opponents.
First Alert Weather
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Monday evening First Alert weather forecast with Paul Heggen - 12/9/24
After a mild start to December, expect changing conditions, with gusty offshore winds on Tuesday and the possibility of rain returning Wednesday night. Paul Heggen has the forecast.
Monday morning First Alert weather forecast - 12/9/2024
Windy but dry conditions Monday morning with wet weather ahead this week. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
First Alert Sunday evening weather forecast
Here's a look at the weather forecast Sunday evening.
First Alert Weather Sunday morning forecast
with Zoe Mintz.
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Truebeck Construction donates $25,000 to Second Harvest food bank
Max Darrow reports on a donation to Second Harvest of Silicon Valley.
Continued Hegenberger corridor burglaries frustrates business owner
Kara St. Cyr reports on an Oakland business in the Hegenberger corridor that was burglarized. 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
California AG Rob Bonta calls for social media warning labels
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has introduced legislation to require warning labels on social media, to protect minors from addictive social media use.
Jackson Family Wines donates to Redwood Empire Food Bank
The Redwood Empire Food Bank has received a boost from Jackson Family Wines, who has donated for a quarter century. Lauren Toms reports.
Monday evening First Alert weather forecast with Paul Heggen - 12/9/24
After a mild start to December, expect changing conditions, with gusty offshore winds on Tuesday and the possibility of rain returning Wednesday night. Paul Heggen has the forecast.
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
New California gun control law looks at credit card codes
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks Assemblymember Phil Ting (D-San Francisco) about new legislation that requires financial institutions to make a Merchant Category Code available for firearms and ammunition
Bay Area political analyst discusses fallout from assassination attempt of Trump
Dr. Nolan Higdon, professor of history and media studies at Cal State East Bay, explains how the shooting at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania could impact the Presidential race, and weighs in on Trump's pick for running mate, Ohio Senator JD Vance
Bay Area supervisor proposes safe spaces for sideshows
San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Vice President David Canepa joins CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook to discuss his proposal for a regionwide approach by law enforcement and county officials to create designated safe spaces for sideshows in an effort to get them off city streets and freeways
Bay Area professor looks at impacts of climate change
CBS News Bay Area's Elizabeth Cook asks Tony Marks-Block, professor of anthropology at Cal State East Bay, if enough is being done to combat climate change, and if he considers climate change to be a human rights issue
SF & Peninsula News
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Trump taps San Francisco attorney for assistant AG position at DOJ
President-elect Donald Trump announced Monday he will nominate Bay Area attorney Harmeet Dhillon for a position at the U.S. Department of Justice.
SF's California Academy of Sciences welcomes baby African turaco chick
The California Academy of Sciences is celebrating a new addition to its Osher Rainforest -- a red-crested turaco chick.
Jury in Nima Momeni trial for Bob Lee's murder resumes deliberations
Jurors in San Francisco have resumed deliberations Monday in the murder trial of Nima Momeni, the man prosecutors accuse of fatally stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee last year.
SFMTA says it will raise most Muni fares in January
Most fares on San Francisco's public transit will be going up on Jan. 1, the Municipal Transportation Agency has announced.
San Francisco to close only safe parking site for homeless living in vehicles
The City of San Francisco is set to close its only safe parking site for homeless people living out of their vehicles in early 2025.
East Bay News
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Business owner frustrated over continued Hegenberger corridor burglaries
An Oakland business owner is frustrated after seeing one of his businesses burglarized over the course of a few months.
Oakland officials weigh options, possible cuts as city faces $130M budget deficit
here was little bit of good news in Oakland Monday as city leaders said they have found enough money in enough places that they can move that they can avoid officially declaring an emergency, at least for the time being.
Disabled BART train in Oakland causing major delays
A disabled train on the tracks in Oakland is causing major delays Monday morning on BART.
Oakland police respond to sideshows, shootings amid looming budget cuts
Oakland police had a very busy Sunday morning, responding to multiple sideshows, shootings, and a mob of people ransacking a gas station.
Black business owners gather in Oakland for small business pop-up event for local entrepreneurs
On Sunday in Oakland, a gathering of Black business owners highlighted the need for courage and imagination to make it in today's challenging economy.
South Bay News
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Santa Cruz-area MS-13 members sentenced for murder conspiracy, racketeering
Two Santa Cruz men who are reputed members of the of the infamous La Mara Salvatrucha gang, also known as MS-13, have been sentenced to more than 20 years in prison.
Redwood City man accused in weekend deadly domestic violence stabbing
Police on the Peninsula have arrested a Redwood City man on suspicion of homicide after a woman was fatally stabbed inside a home over the weekend.
Report of active shooter at Monta Vista HS in Cupertino false, deputies say
Monta Vista High School in Cupertino has released students and staff for the day following a false report of an active shooter on Monday morning.
At least 1 dead in Mountain View crash on northbound US Highway 101
At least one person was killed in a vehicle crash early Monday morning on northbound U.S. Highway 101 in Mountain View, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Santa Clara Vice Mayor resigns after guilty verdict in perjury case
A member of the Santa Clara City Council who had been serving as the city's Vice Mayor was convicted of perjury after prosecutors said he lied about leaking a grand jury report to a San Francisco 49ers executive.
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Man, dog die following Martinez house fire
Two people were hospitalized Thursday night following a house fire in Martinez, fire officials said.
Humboldt County residents thankful 7.0 earthquake didn't cause more damage
Residents in Humboldt County were relieved Friday to have avoided the worst potential impacts of Thursday's magnitude 7.0 quake, though there was still some damage to clean up.
New Sonoma County coffee shop seeks to uplift foster youth
Luke Fleming and Will Carlson have a passion for coffee. And it all began when they met as teenagers in their transitional foster home in Sonoma County.
Rohnert Park authorities seek bank robbery suspect
Authorities are seeking a man who allegedly robbed a bank in Rohnert Park on Thursday, according to the city's Department of Public Safety.
Over 120 aftershocks rattle NorCal coast following 7.0 quake
Aftershocks continued to rattle the North Coast Thursday night into Friday morning following the powerful 7.0 earthquake that prompted a tsunami warning across a large stretch of California.
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Oakland hosts final First Friday of the year; plans for 2025 return
It was a festive celebration at the final First Friday of this year in Oakland as the event takes a two-month break.
San Francisco youth supportive housing in SoMa on path to approval
The building located off Folsom Street will include 42 units for young adults ages 18 to 24.
Nearly 300 free parking spots in Marina, Cow Hollow could be removed
A new SFMTA proposal would eliminate free, time-limited parking in both the Marina and Cow Hollow neighborhoods.
Two Oakland Ballers fans looking for a spot on team's Board of Directors
Two people who love Oakland and Oakland sports are vying for a seat on the board of directors for The Towns only remaining baseball team.
Trump supporter, Harris supporter meet to try and find common ground
They met hoping that a handshake could lead to a conversation that most are trying to avoid.
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Business owner frustrated over continued Hegenberger corridor burglaries
An Oakland business owner is frustrated after seeing one of his businesses burglarized over the course of a few months.
Oakland officials weigh options, possible cuts as city faces $130M budget deficit
here was little bit of good news in Oakland Monday as city leaders said they have found enough money in enough places that they can move that they can avoid officially declaring an emergency, at least for the time being.
California kindergarteners wounded in school shooting now stable, community rallies in support
The Butte County community is coming together to raise money for the families of two kindergartners who were wounded in a school shooting last week.
Trump taps San Francisco attorney for assistant AG position at DOJ
President-elect Donald Trump announced Monday he will nominate Bay Area attorney Harmeet Dhillon for a position at the U.S. Department of Justice.
Sharks trade goalie Mackenzie Blackwood to Avalanche for Alexandar Georgiev
The Colorado Avalanche have swapped goaltenders with San Jose, sending a struggling Alexandar Georgiev to the Sharks for Mackenzie Blackwood.
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U.S. sets Thanksgiving record for whooping cough cases
At least 364 pertussis cases were reported, marking the worst Thanksgiving week on record.
South Bay family raises awareness for "Kangaroo Care" for premature newborns
A recent study from Stanford Medicine emphasized the importance of "Kangaroo Care" for premature newborns, citing that the skin-to-skin care method improves the child's cognitive health and stabilizes the newborn's heart rate.
More cucumbers recalled as salmonella sickens 68 people in 19 states
Feds warn against eating recalled cucumbers and multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads and wraps.
California's Raw Farm expands raw milk recall after tests detect more bird flu virus
A California farm expanded a recall of raw milk sold in stores and halted production after state health and agriculture officials found bird flu virus in more milk samples.
One Bay Area family extra grateful this Thanksgiving after kidney donation
As Robin Pearson gets ready to welcome her loved ones at her home in Danville this Thanksgiving, she has plenty to be thankful for.
Bay Area Crime
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Business owner frustrated over continued Hegenberger corridor burglaries
An Oakland business owner is frustrated after seeing one of his businesses burglarized over the course of a few months.
Santa Cruz-area MS-13 members sentenced for murder conspiracy, racketeering
Two Santa Cruz men who are reputed members of the of the infamous La Mara Salvatrucha gang, also known as MS-13, have been sentenced to more than 20 years in prison.
Breaking
Person of interest in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO in custody
Luigi Mangione, a man arrested in Pennsylvania, is being questioned in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City, police say.
Redwood City man accused in weekend deadly domestic violence stabbing
Police on the Peninsula have arrested a Redwood City man on suspicion of homicide after a woman was fatally stabbed inside a home over the weekend.
Report of active shooter at Monta Vista HS in Cupertino false, deputies say
Monta Vista High School in Cupertino has released students and staff for the day following a false report of an active shooter on Monday morning.
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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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San Francisco youth supportive housing in SoMa on path to approval
The building located off Folsom Street will include 42 units for young adults ages 18 to 24.
San Jose State's volleyball season that ignited debate over women in sports ends in MW title match
San Jose State's volleyball team was the subject of a national debate about women in sports.
A timeline of the SJSU Spartans women's volleyball controversial season
A look at key dates before and during the San Jose State women's volleyball season marked by multiple forfeits by teams claiming the Spartans have a transgender player.
SJSU women's volleyball team disappointed by Boise State forfeit
San Jose State says it's disappointed that Boise State forfeited its semifinal match in the Mountain West women's volleyball tournament but is focused on the future.
Boise State exits Mountain West volleyball tournament rather than play SJSU
Boise State, which twice boycotted regular-season matches with San Jose State, pulled out of the Mountain West women's volleyball tournament Wednesday night even after securing a spot in the semifinals against the Spartans.
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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.
Photos: Songwriter Lucinda Williams dazzles at Stern Grove
Grammy-winning country-blues songwriter Lucinda Williams and her band put on a show-stopping performance at Stern Grove in San Francisco on Sunday, Aug. 18.
Outside Lands 2024: Photos from Sunday
This year's edition of Outside Lands came to an eclectic close Sunday with sets from headliner Sturgill Simpson, rising star Chappell Roan, rapper-turned-country-singer Post Malone and more.
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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.
Oakland dance company founder harnesses power of Black art to uplift the community
An Oakland woman has brought the joy of dance and an appreciation for African American culture to performers and audiences for 52 years.
Berkeley woman's mission to promote child literacy through poetry marks 40 years
This week's Jefferson Award winner is a Berkeley woman who has promoted child literacy for four decades, as host of a community TV show encouraging young poets.
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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.