AI company says its chatbots will change interactions with teen users
Character.AI users can create original chatbots or interact with existing bots. Two lawsuits allege those bots harmed teen users.
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Character.AI users can create original chatbots or interact with existing bots. Two lawsuits allege those bots harmed teen users.
Researchers at Stanford University believe a newly developed AI tool could help in the fight against cancer and other diseases.
Google unleashed another wave of artificial intelligence designed to tackle more of the work and thinking done by humans as it tries to stay on the technology's cutting edge while also trying to fend off regulatory threats.
Researchers at Stanford believe a newly-developed AI tool could help in the fight against cancer and other diseases. Kenny Choi reports.
A study found that Elon Musk is the most common celebrity used in deepfake scams.
In an online conversation about aging adults, Google's Gemini AI chatbot responded with a threatening message, telling the user to "please die."
Apple snapped out of a recent iPhone sales slump during its summertime quarter.
A Stanford University project is shedding light about patterns of housing discrimination in the South Bay by using the power of artificial intelligence.
Kenny Choi reports on a Stanford artificial intelligence project helping to uncover racial covenants in Santa Clara County property records.
Google is still thriving while the company navigates through a pivotal shift to artificial intelligence and battles regulators trying to topple its internet empire.
Megan Garcia says her son was in a monthslong virtual emotional and sexual relationship with a chatbot. Garcia claims the Character.AI bot encouraged her son to take his own life.
Skeptics say CEO Elon Musk has yet to show Tesla's self-driving system can travel safely without human supervision.
A federal judge has blocked a new California law allowing any person to sue for damages over election deepfakes.
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sunday vetoed a landmark bill aimed at establishing first-in-the-nation safety measures for large artificial intelligence models.
Students at a Pleasanton high school recently created a tool using artificial intelligence aimed at improving the discourse around elections and helping voters be better informed.
Students at a high school in Pleasanton created tools using artificial intelligence to help voters be better informed. Sooji Nam reports. (9-19-24)
California now has some of the strictest laws on election deepfakes.
Gov. Gavin Newsom just signed three bills into law requiring social media companies to do more to police deepfake videos, especially as we head into this year's election cycle. Meanwhile, a company is using its own technology to fight back.
Gov. Gavin Newsom just signed three bills into law on Tuesday requiring social media companies to do more to police deep fake videos, especially as we head into this year’s election cycle. Meanwhile, a company is using its own technology to fight back. Katie Nielsen reports. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Restaurant chain's push into robotics could help improve accuracy and and address complaints about skimpy orders.
Ron Smith a VP at SalesForce joins with this new grant to the San Francisco and Oakland Unified School District. The funding will emphasize AI education and literacy to prepare students for the future workforce. Reed Cowan interviews. (09-16-2024) 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
Artificial intelligence is already making its way into hospitals, where doctors say it could be a game changer impacting everything from diagnostics to treatment to research.
Deepfakes - or falsified images made using AI - are already making their way into the 2024 election cycle. With some using the technology to try to defame candidates or persuade voters.
AI-generated "deepfakes" are already making their way into the 2024 election cycle. Lauren Toms reports. (9-5-24) 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
California is looking for developers to create generative artificial intelligence solutions to help with the state's housing and homeless issues, as well as help analyze the state's budget.
San Francisco police were involved in a shooting Thursday along U.S. Highway 101, the department said.
Waymo self-driving robotaxis will soon shuttle passengers to San Jose Mineta International Airport after the company received authorization, airport officials announced Thursday.
Scientists are hoping Californians will help paint a clearer picture of the state's monarch butterfly population.
Police in San Jose were seeking the public's help in finding suspects in a 2019 fatal stabbing and have released surveillance video in the hope of generating leads in the case.
Billionaire Elon Musk won't be at the dinner.
San Francisco police were involved in a shooting Thursday along U.S. Highway 101, the department said.
Waymo self-driving robotaxis will soon shuttle passengers to San Jose Mineta International Airport after the company received authorization, airport officials announced Thursday.
Scientists are hoping Californians will help paint a clearer picture of the state's monarch butterfly population.
Police in San Jose were seeking the public's help in finding suspects in a 2019 fatal stabbing and have released surveillance video in the hope of generating leads in the case.
All lanes of southbound Highway 17 in the Santa Cruz Mountains are closed Thursday morning following an injury crash involving an overturned fuel tanker truck, officials said.
San Francisco police were involved in a shooting Thursday along U.S. Highway 101, the department said.
It was the end of an era in Chinatown when restaurant Sam Wo shut its doors in January, but now, a group of local investors is determined to keep the legacy of Sam Wo going.
Golden State Valkyries fans could get the chance to see the team secure its playoff spot on Thursday at Balhalla as they face the Dallas Wings.
A Bay Area woman recieved a nearly $2,000 insurance claim denial from her maternity stay two years prior. Stunned, she decided to fight it and said, at one point, the bill even came back with her toddler's name on it. That's when she turned to AI.
A Peninsula woman has made it her mission to celebrate birthdays of shelter residents, making sure people living with homelessness are not forgotten while providing them hope for the future.
Police in Alameda seized slot machines, firearms and other items following a bust of an alleged gambling den that was operating inside a home, officers said.
Oakland police said a security guard shot at a group of armed robbers, who then fled the scene and crashed in Hayward.
A vacant Pleasant Hill lot is about to undergo a change, at least on paper. The city will be designating it as 'Multi-family, Medium density' to allow the same kind of housing, three-story townhouses, that already exists right across the street.
The Mexican National Soccer Team became the victims of a burglary in downtown Oakland this week. Early Monday morning, the team realized their truck had been broken into, and thousands of dollars' worth of equipment was stolen.
The World Jigsaw Puzzle Championship will be held in Spain this month, and one UC Berkeley grad student is hoping to bring home the win.
Waymo self-driving robotaxis will soon shuttle passengers to San Jose Mineta International Airport after the company received authorization, airport officials announced Thursday.
Police in San Jose were seeking the public's help in finding suspects in a 2019 fatal stabbing and have released surveillance video in the hope of generating leads in the case.
All lanes of southbound Highway 17 in the Santa Cruz Mountains are closed Thursday morning following an injury crash involving an overturned fuel tanker truck, officials said.
Santa Clara police shot and killed a person suspected of stabbing another person inside a home on Wednesday morning, the department said.
San Jose Police said a cyclist was arrested on suspicion of DUI after crashing into a woman and seriously injuring her. She died days later from her injuries, police said.
For the first time in its history, San Anselmo has instituted paid parking on its main commercial street. That, in itself, would be enough to make people angry, but it is the system they chose for payment that has a lot of people frustrated.
Authorities in Napa County announced that evacuation orders and warnings connected to the Pickett Fire have been lifted, as firefighters approach full containment.
Authorities in Marin County announced the arrest of a Peninsula man suspected of stealing a check worth more than $15,000 and depositing the funds into his account.
Fire crews were called to a fire on Dale Court just before 1:30 a.m. and arrived to find a double-wide mobile home on fire.
Around 6 p.m., officers were sent to the 2000 block of Ascot Parkway for a report of a vehicle being possibly vandalized. According to police, they were informed that the person had multiple outstanding felony and misdemeanor warrants.
Matt Chapman hit two home runs after appealing a one-game suspension, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Colorado Rockies 10-8 on Wednesday night to finish a three-game sweep with their fourth straight victory.
Golden State Valkyries fans could get the chance to see the team secure its playoff spot on Thursday at Balhalla as they face the Dallas Wings.
The Mexican National Soccer Team became the victims of a burglary in downtown Oakland this week. Early Monday morning, the team realized their truck had been broken into, and thousands of dollars' worth of equipment was stolen.
Temi Fagbenle scored 16 points and the Golden State Valkyries beat the New York Liberty 66-58 for their fourth straight win to close in on becoming the first expansion team to earn a playoff berth in an inaugural season.
Some fireworks ignited in the infield on Tuesday night at Coors Field in the game between the Colorado Rockies and the San Francisco Giants. Pitcher Kyle Freeland was ejected after getting into a shoving match with several players from the Giants.
San Francisco police were involved in a shooting Thursday along U.S. Highway 101, the department said.
Police in San Jose were seeking the public's help in finding suspects in a 2019 fatal stabbing and have released surveillance video in the hope of generating leads in the case.
All lanes of southbound Highway 17 in the Santa Cruz Mountains are closed Thursday morning following an injury crash involving an overturned fuel tanker truck, officials said.
Police in Alameda seized slot machines, firearms and other items following a bust of an alleged gambling den that was operating inside a home, officers said.
Oakland police said a security guard shot at a group of armed robbers, who then fled the scene and crashed in Hayward.
Waymo self-driving robotaxis will soon shuttle passengers to San Jose Mineta International Airport after the company received authorization, airport officials announced Thursday.
A Bay Area woman recieved a nearly $2,000 insurance claim denial from her maternity stay two years prior. Stunned, she decided to fight it and said, at one point, the bill even came back with her toddler's name on it. That's when she turned to AI.
For the first time in its history, San Anselmo has instituted paid parking on its main commercial street. That, in itself, would be enough to make people angry, but it is the system they chose for payment that has a lot of people frustrated.
Labor Day 2025 comes at a time of great uncertainty in the job market, especially in the high-paying white-collar sector. The threat is coming from artificial intelligence as companies look to be more efficient by employing fewer human workers. Now, it may be those working in blue-collar jobs who may be more resilient in an AI-driven world.
Stanford University research offers insights for students and young workers as artificial intelligence begins to reshape the labor market.
A Bay Area woman recieved a nearly $2,000 insurance claim denial from her maternity stay two years prior. Stunned, she decided to fight it and said, at one point, the bill even came back with her toddler's name on it. That's when she turned to AI.
California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii announced the formation of a health alliance to guide residents on vaccines and immunizations because of what a joint statement called "the politicization of science" by the federal government.
About 42% of the children in the study diagnosed with ADHD were prescribed drugs within 30 days of diagnosis.
Public health officials said the person may have been bitten by an infected flea while camping in the South Lake Tahoe area.
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday appointed San Francisco's former public health director to oversee its own county health department.
Billionaire Elon Musk won't be at the dinner.
A vacant Pleasant Hill lot is about to undergo a change, at least on paper. The city will be designating it as 'Multi-family, Medium density' to allow the same kind of housing, three-story townhouses, that already exists right across the street.
Most Americans say prices are going up and expect them to keep going up.
California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii announced the formation of a health alliance to guide residents on vaccines and immunizations because of what a joint statement called "the politicization of science" by the federal government.
Florida and other states have required several vaccines for kids attending school for decades. They protect against diseases like measles, polio, chickenpox and hepatitis B.
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.
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.
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.
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, 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.
Canadian First Nations actor Graham Greene died at 73 after a lengthy illness, his representative told CBS News.
The 58-year-old chef said in a social media post that he had a Basal cell carcinoma removed from his skin.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced the news of their engagement with photos on Instagram.
Around 5:50 a.m., LAPD officers responded to Ventura Boulevard and Vineland Avenue for a man walking in the street.
San Francisco artists are turning heads by turning rubbish into works worthy to be put on display at one of the city's most-renowned galleries.
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.
San Francisco police were involved in a shooting Thursday along U.S. Highway 101, the department said.
After morning clouds and fog, expect the cooling trend to continue with highs ranging from the 60s along the coast, to the 80s inland. Zoe Mintz has the forecast.
In California's Gold Country, hundreds of firefighters continue to battle wildfires sparked by lightning. Claudette Stefanian reports.
Andrea Nakano reports on the reopening of Sam Wo in San Francisco. 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
John Ramos reports on Poet’s Corner residents who are concerned about the city's zoning move in a nearby lot. 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
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.