California's Historic Drop In Arrests Still Imperils Blacks
California is seeing a historic drop in arrests that still leaves blacks far more likely to wind up in handcuffs, particularly in Bay Area counties.
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California is seeing a historic drop in arrests that still leaves blacks far more likely to wind up in handcuffs, particularly in Bay Area counties.
For years California has been trying to get people out of their cars, but a new report suggests that just the opposite appears to be happening.
California has the highest taxes in the nation, and the new federal tax law that limits state and local tax deductions to $10,000 dollars has people crossing state lines.
Suspicious Republicans have pointed a finger at the state's dominant Democratic Party, suggesting the changes intentionally left Republicans at a disadvantage.
Hundreds of migrants approaching the California border from Mexico were enveloped with tear gas Sunday after several tried to make it past fencing and wire separating the two countries.
In the not-too-distant future, disasters won't come one at a time. Instead, according to new research, we can expect a cascade of catastrophes, some gradual, others abrupt, all compounding as climate change takes a greater toll.
Hundreds of Tijuana residents have congregated around a monument in an affluent section of the city south of California to protest the thousands of Central American migrants who have arrived there via caravan in hopes of a new life in the U.S.
California's unemployment rate held at the record low of 4.1 percent in October as employers added 36,400 nonfarm payroll jobs, the state Employment Development Department said Friday.
Six people have been arrested over the last 48 hours on drugs, weapons, looting and possession of stolen property charges in the Camp Fire devastated town of Paradise, according to the Butte County Sheriff's Department.
Critics of the President's comments that California's devastating fires are due to 'forest mismanagement' point out that the federal government owns more than half of California's forest land.
Across the Bay Area, residents took precautions as the raging Camp Fire's massive smoke plume engulfed the region with a layer of unhealthy air, forcing some North Bay Schools to close and several scheduled NCS playoff games to be postponed.
Wildfires have become a way of life in California as the rains have become less frequent and the temperatures have grown hotter. You may find yourself needing to evacuate at moment's notice.
Families across California and the country got help from actor James Woods as they searched desperately for relatives missing in the devastating Camp Fire.
Newly ascendant Democrats are promising congressional action on gun control amid a rash of mass shootings, including a late-night assault at a California bar that killed 12 people.
A fast-moving wildfire has driven thousands of residents of the Butte County town of Paradise from their homes, forcing some to abandon their cars during their flight to safety.
California voters have rejected a ballot measure to expand a property tax break for older homeowners who move, sparing schools and local governments a major revenue loss.
It seems so Californian. On Tuesday, voters approved a measure to require that all eggs sold in the state come from cage-free hens by 2022.
California voters have approved $2 billion in bond funding to house homeless people with mental illness.
At her election party Tuesday night at the Presidio Officers Club, Senator Dianne Feinstein told a cheering crowd of supporters, "This is the greatest honor in my life."
California voters overwhelmingly approved a measure Tuesday requiring that all eggs sold in the state come from cage-free hens by 2022.
Here are Tuesday night's local election results county-by-county for Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano and Sonoma counties.
Here are the results of the California statewide ballot issues including governor, lt. governor and the ballot propositions.
Here are the election results for the statewide propositions.
Here are the election results for the race of mayor of Oakland.
Here are the results for the California races for the U.S. House Of Representatives.
Walnut Creek Police said they detained a group of juveniles on Tuesday and recovered thousands of dollars' worth of merchandise stolen from downtown stores.
Police have dismantled a major gift card fraud operation out of Sonoma County targeting CVS drug stores throughout the state, and arrested two suspects from Los Angeles County, authorities said.
The "California Peer Run Warm Line," a statewide mental health resource, is being forced to slash two-thirds of its workers amid budget cuts.
The technology company said that users it identifies as under 18 will automatically be directed to an "age-appropriate" version of ChatGPT.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announced that Waymo has received a permit to begin testing for the expected launch of robotaxi service to San Francisco International Airport.
Walnut Creek Police said they detained a group of juveniles on Tuesday and recovered thousands of dollars' worth of merchandise stolen from downtown stores.
Police have dismantled a major gift card fraud operation out of Sonoma County targeting CVS drug stores throughout the state, and arrested two suspects from Los Angeles County, authorities said.
The "California Peer Run Warm Line," a statewide mental health resource, is being forced to slash two-thirds of its workers amid budget cuts.
The technology company said that users it identifies as under 18 will automatically be directed to an "age-appropriate" version of ChatGPT.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announced that Waymo has received a permit to begin testing for the expected launch of robotaxi service to San Francisco International Airport.
The "California Peer Run Warm Line," a statewide mental health resource, is being forced to slash two-thirds of its workers amid budget cuts.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announced that Waymo has received a permit to begin testing for the expected launch of robotaxi service to San Francisco International Airport.
Pop Mart had its soft opening in Union Square Monday, and it was packed with people wanting to buy their merchandise.
The suspect in the San Francisco bank robberies pleaded guilty in 2018 to robbing an Orinda bank, the Contra Costa District Attorney's Office said.
No matter what kind of day you're having, out on the San Francisco Bay, just off Treasure Island, Captain John von Tesmar has a guaranteed way to lift you up.
Walnut Creek Police said they detained a group of juveniles on Tuesday and recovered thousands of dollars' worth of merchandise stolen from downtown stores.
C&H Sugar Company has reached a settlement with Contra Costa County over emissions violations in the town where the company is headquartered, officials said Tuesday.
A hit-and-run driver in Berkeley injured multiple pedestrians on Tuesday in different locations, allegedly driving onto a sidewalk and later attempting to carjack another person before eventually being arrested, authorities said.
A jewelry store in Oakland's Montclair neighborhood was the latest site of a Bay Area smash-and-grab jewelry theft involving multiple suspects, who also pepper-sprayed employees during the heist, police said.
A minor earthquake struck Contra Costa County Monday afternoon, with shaking felt in parts of the East Bay, officials announced.
A shooting in San Jose early Tuesday morning left three people dead, and police were looking for a suspect, authorities said.
The California Legislature passed a bill that would give Bay Area voters in 2026 the power to pass a sales tax, which would fund regional transit, Sen. Scott Wiener announced Saturday.
At least one person is dead following a small plane crash near Mount Hamilton in Santa Clara County, authorities said.
Five juveniles, one as young as 12-years-old, have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery at a casino in San Jose, police said Friday.
For the last 10 years, Columbus Park in San Jose wasn't a park at all. It was a home for hundreds of encampments and RVs. San Jose, though, has started Operation Cleanup Columbus, and now only a few tents remain.
Police have dismantled a major gift card fraud operation out of Sonoma County targeting CVS drug stores throughout the state, and arrested two suspects from Los Angeles County, authorities said.
A Petaluma woman was arrested after she was allegedly seen hitting a dog and violently swinging it by its legs, police said Tuesday.
Police in Vallejo have launched a homicide investigation after a man in a vehicle parked in a residential area was found fatally shot Monday morning.
Authorities have launched a homicide investigation after a man from the East Bay was found fatally shot off the side of a roadway in rural Napa County over the weekend.
The world's No. 1 player looked every bit of that Sunday in the Procore Championship when he closed with a 5-under 67 for a one-shot victory over Ben Griffin.
No matter what kind of day you're having, out on the San Francisco Bay, just off Treasure Island, Captain John von Tesmar has a guaranteed way to lift you up.
The world's No. 1 player looked every bit of that Sunday in the Procore Championship when he closed with a 5-under 67 for a one-shot victory over Ben Griffin.
Teoscar Hernández had his second four-hit game this season, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat San Francisco 10-2 Sunday to drop the Giants 1 1/2 games behind the New York Mets for the last NL wild card.
Jones threw for 279 yards and a career-high-tying three touchdowns, and the banged-up 49ers defeated the Saints 26-21 on Sunday.
Napheesa Collier scored 20 points to lead five players in double figures and the Minnesota Lynx breezed to a 101-72 victory over the Golden State Valkyries on Sunday in Game 1 of the best-of-three first-round WNBA series.
Walnut Creek Police said they detained a group of juveniles on Tuesday and recovered thousands of dollars' worth of merchandise stolen from downtown stores.
Police have dismantled a major gift card fraud operation out of Sonoma County targeting CVS drug stores throughout the state, and arrested two suspects from Los Angeles County, authorities said.
A shooting in San Jose early Tuesday morning left three people dead, and police were looking for a suspect, authorities said.
A Petaluma woman was arrested after she was allegedly seen hitting a dog and violently swinging it by its legs, police said Tuesday.
A hit-and-run driver in Berkeley injured multiple pedestrians on Tuesday in different locations, allegedly driving onto a sidewalk and later attempting to carjack another person before eventually being arrested, authorities said.
The technology company said that users it identifies as under 18 will automatically be directed to an "age-appropriate" version of ChatGPT.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announced that Waymo has received a permit to begin testing for the expected launch of robotaxi service to San Francisco International Airport.
The families of teens who died by suicide spoke at a Senate hearing on the harms posed by AI chatbots.
Technology company Oracle is among a consortium of firms that would enable TikTok to continue operations in the U.S. if a framework deal is finalized, sources say.
Tesla's stock is climbing after Musk on Monday disclosed the purchase of more than 2.5 million shares worth approximately $1 billion.
The "California Peer Run Warm Line," a statewide mental health resource, is being forced to slash two-thirds of its workers amid budget cuts.
A team of Harvard researchers analyzed data for more than 66,000 nurses, ages 36 to 56, who were surveyed about their own health for 20 years.
Officials in Santa Cruz County have given initial approval to a ban on nitrous oxide sales for recreational use amid concerns of potential abuse among youth.
A bill that would cap the price of insulin in California at $35 for a 30-day supply has been approved by the state legislature and is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk.
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.
The families of teens who died by suicide spoke at a Senate hearing on the harms posed by AI chatbots.
The president signed an executive order Tuesday extending the pause on enforcing the law until at least Dec. 16.
Technology company Oracle is among a consortium of firms that would enable TikTok to continue operations in the U.S. if a framework deal is finalized, sources say.
"It was me," a Discord account belonging to accused Charlie Kirk shooter Tyler Robinson appeared to state just hours before he was taken into custody, according to a company spokesperson.
President Trump announced Monday the U.S. military has carried out a second strike on alleged Venezuelan "narcoterrorists."
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.
One of Hollywood's leading actors, Robert Redford starred in such movies as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were."
Pop Mart had its soft opening in Union Square Monday, and it was packed with people wanting to buy their merchandise.
Some of music's biggest names will hit the stage at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in April 2026, including headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Anyma and Karol G.
No matter what kind of day you're having, out on the San Francisco Bay, just off Treasure Island, Captain John von Tesmar has a guaranteed way to lift you up.
Don't miss a moment of the 2025 Emmys. Here's how to watch the action live, from the red carpet to the awards show.
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.
John Ramos reports on the San Anselmo backtracking on its paid parking system. 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
Brad Hamilton reports on the heat in the Bay Area. 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
Katie Nielsen reports on how Livermore man and his family are dealing with his deportation. 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
A shooting in San Jose early Tuesday morning left three people dead, and police were looking for a suspect, authorities said.
Of all the lowriders that Oakland resident Jose "Cheo" Ortiz has worked on over the years, there isn't another one that means more to him than a 1991 Ford Crown Victoria. Kevin Ko reports.
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.