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Despite increasing coronavirus cases across the U.S., Hawaii officials hope to reboot tourism next week by loosening months of economically crippling pandemic restrictions, including a mandatory 14-day quarantine for all arriving travelers.
Bay Area travelers looking to vacation in Hawaii may soon be able to travel to the islands without undergoing the state's 14-day quarantine imposed to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Hawaii's governor said Monday he will wait another month to waive a 14-day quarantine requirement for out-of-state travelers who test negative for COVID-19.
A U.S. judge will not stop Hawaii from enforcing a quarantine on arriving travelers, saying in a ruling that the emergency mandate is reasonable during the public health crisis.
Investigators say inspections of a fan blade that broke off during a United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Hawaii in 2018, triggering an engine failure and emergency landing, had failed to spot signs that the blade was weak.
If you were planning on an early summer vacation in Hawaii this year, the state's governor hopes you think twice.
Hawaii Gov. David Ige has extended the state's state-at-home order and the mandatory quarantine for visitors through May 31.
Lured by cheap airfares, thousands of San Francisco Bay Area residents have purchased airline tickets and signed up for hotel packages they believed would be a dream vacation to Hawaii, but Gov. David Ige announced tough crackdown in the wake of the growing coronavirus outbreak.
Hapa Musubi, which serves up a taste of Hawaii combining sushi and Spam, opened up shop in downtown San Jose, in an area where retail businesses have struggled.
Starting in March, Southwest Airlines will expand its nonstop routes to Hawaii from Oakland International Airport, airport officials said.
An endurance athlete from Spain who set out from San Francisco Bay more than two months ago has arrived in Hawaii after making the trip paddleboarding across the Pacific Ocean.
Milpitas Police are investigating more than a dozen cases of people in Santa Clara County who paid thousands of dollars to a travel company to fly them to Hawaii, but the company didn't come through. KPIX 5 has learned there are also people in Alameda County whose travel plans never got off the ground.
For the first time in recorded history, a pond of water has been discovered inside the summit crater of Hawaii's Kilauea volcano, a development that could signal a shift to a more explosive phase of future eruptions.
In an interview, former Golden State Warriors coach Don Nelson revealed that he grows marijuana on his farm in Maui
A skydiving plane that crashed in Hawaii, killing 11 people, was involved in a terrifying midair incident three years ago in Northern California.
A small, twin-engine plane used for skydiving crashed in the Hawaiian island of Oahu on Friday, killing all 11 people aboard, authorities said.
The first Southwest Airlines flight to Hawaii took off from Oakland International Airport on Sunday morning.
Just days after announcing it has received approval from the federal government, Southwest Airlines is now offering flights from two Bay Area airports to Hawaii to the public.
Southwest Airlines says it has gained government approval to begin flights between California and Hawaii.
Scientists measuring the thickness of Kilauea volcano's newest lava flows have said molten rock added as much as 180 feet of lava to parts of the Big Island last year.
A flight from Hawaii to New York was forced to make an emergency landing in San Francisco late Thursday night after a flight attendant suffered a medical emergency mid-flight and died.
A Hawaiian Airlines flight headed from San Diego to Maui was diverted to Oakland International Airport Monday morning, airport officials said.
Marriott workers worried about job security in age of robots delivering room service, check-in kiosks with facial recognition technology and "smart" speakers that serve as an in-room concierge.
A Marriott workers strike that began last week in the San Francisco Bay Area has now spread to resort hotels in Honolulu and Maui, union organizers announced Monday.
Ryan Meskell kicked a 35-yard field goal in the fifth overtime, making his last two kicks after missing a pair, lifting Hawaii past San Jose State 44-41.
The San Francisco Zoo on Wednesday gave a sneak preview of one of its newest residents, a male silverback Western lowland gorilla.
A woman was shot to death at an apartment complex in Vallejo on Tuesday evening, authorities said.
Three firefighters suffered injuries as they were battling a fire at a building under construction in San Francisco's Mission District early Wednesday morning.
BART service on the Berryessa Line was halted Wednesday afternoon after a downed tree blocked the tracks between Fremont and Union City stations, the agency said.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from firing workers during the government shutdown, saying the human cost "cannot be tolerated."
The San Francisco Zoo on Wednesday gave a sneak preview of one of its newest residents, a male silverback Western lowland gorilla.
A woman was shot to death at an apartment complex in Vallejo on Tuesday evening, authorities said.
Three firefighters suffered injuries as they were battling a fire at a building under construction in San Francisco's Mission District early Wednesday morning.
BART service on the Berryessa Line was halted Wednesday afternoon after a downed tree blocked the tracks between Fremont and Union City stations, the agency said.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from firing workers during the government shutdown, saying the human cost "cannot be tolerated."
The San Francisco Zoo on Wednesday gave a sneak preview of one of its newest residents, a male silverback Western lowland gorilla.
Three firefighters suffered injuries as they were battling a fire at a building under construction in San Francisco's Mission District early Wednesday morning.
The San Francisco Police Department on Wednesday reported the largest surge of recruits in years as it seeks to address an ongoing staffing shortage, city officials said.
She says AI, and chatbots specifically, can benefit minors, but she hopes going forward that engineers will focus on creating ethically sound AI systems.
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday removed Sheriff Christina Corpus from office in a final vote following a year-long scandal surrounding the Sheriff's Office.
BART service on the Berryessa Line was halted Wednesday afternoon after a downed tree blocked the tracks between Fremont and Union City stations, the agency said.
The CHP said the driver and a passenger were injured in a crash after a brief car chase with officers.
Large outages had thousands of Pacific Gas and Electric customers in Oakland and Brentwood without power Monday afternoon as heavy rain and wind battered the Bay Area.
Some scattered rainfall will continue into Tuesday, along with the possibility of thunderstorms.
Quietly anchored off Alameda, the USS Hornet sits like a sleeping giant in the Bay. Its steel decks are steeped in history and open for all to explore year-round.
A group called HomeAbroad just released a report saying that, nationwide, the average number of permits issued in 2025 compared to 2020 declined by 32 percent in large cities. But leading the list is the San Jose/Sunnyvale/Santa Clara area.
A suspect in an alleged shooting at an occupied vehicle last month in San Jose was arrested last week for attempted murder, authorities said Tuesday.
Some scattered rainfall will continue into Tuesday, along with the possibility of thunderstorms.
For the family that runs Kim Hung Jewelry in San Jose, Sep. 5 is a day they'll never forget. What was once a thriving shop now sits boarded up, a reminder of the smash-and-grab robbery that changed everything.
A body believed to be that of a San Jose man missing since June was found in the Saratoga Hills on Thursday, and three men were arrested on suspicion of murder.
A woman was shot to death at an apartment complex in Vallejo on Tuesday evening, authorities said.
The last time the Russian River crested, a massive mudslide took an entire house down the river.
For years, the State of California has been planning a fix for Highway 37, spanning a wetlands area between Vallejo and Marin County.
The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for a portion of Napa County, where heavy rain has been falling on Monday. Separately, flood advisories were in effect for most of the Bay Area.
Officers rescued a woman who had been kidnapped and assaulted in San Rafael over the weekend, and three suspects were arrested, authorities said Monday.
Four-time All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner will need season-ending surgery after he was sidelined by a severe ankle injury during San Francisco's loss to Tampa Bay.
Baker Mayfield's heroics came early in the fourth quarter instead of the final minutes.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
The San Francisco 49ers travel to Florida to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for NFL Week 6, and there are several ways to watch and stream the football game scheduled at 4:25 p.m. ET / 1:25 p.m. PT.
Leo Carlsson scored 46 seconds into overtime and the Anaheim Ducks overcame a two-goal, third-period deficit to for a 7-6 win over the San Jose Sharks.
A woman was shot to death at an apartment complex in Vallejo on Tuesday evening, authorities said.
The San Francisco Police Department on Wednesday reported the largest surge of recruits in years as it seeks to address an ongoing staffing shortage, city officials said.
The CHP said the driver and a passenger were injured in a crash after a brief car chase with officers.
A suspect in an alleged shooting at an occupied vehicle last month in San Jose was arrested last week for attempted murder, authorities said Tuesday.
Police said officers were told there was a dispute between two people and that one of them had brandished a gun.
She says AI, and chatbots specifically, can benefit minors, but she hopes going forward that engineers will focus on creating ethically sound AI systems.
Walmart customers will soon be able to complete transactions through ChatGPT, as the retailer makes push into "agentic commerce."
The family is among dozens suing Roblox, Discord and other tech platforms, alleging they allowed sexual predators access to their children.
The new restrictions for teen users are gradually rolling out starting Tuesday and will be fully implemented by the end of the year, Meta said.
Students spend just two hours on core subjects, all taught by AI-powered apps instead of teachers. And the adults serve as guides and coaches for when students need motivational and emotional support.
Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care workers across California are hitting the picket line Tuesday, as a five-day strike begins.
Officials in Monterey County are urging pet owners to ensure their animals are up to date on rabies vaccinations, after a bat in an unincorporated area tested positive for the virus.
An invasive species of mosquito that can carry diseases has been found in Santa Cruz County, authorities announced Monday.
Nobel Prize committee chair says discoveries by the trio of researchers were "decisive for our understanding of how the immune system functions."
Officials in Contra Costa County urged residents of an Antioch neighborhood to check for standing water following this week's rain, as more invasive mosquitoes are being found.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from firing workers during the government shutdown, saying the human cost "cannot be tolerated."
The San Francisco Police Department on Wednesday reported the largest surge of recruits in years as it seeks to address an ongoing staffing shortage, city officials said.
The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether Louisiana's intentional creation of a second majority-Black district violates the 14th and 15th Amendments.
Meta has removed a Facebook page used to track the presence of immigration agents at the request of the Department of Justice, the company confirmed on Tuesday.
As Bay Area transit agencies face large deficits, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation authorizing a ballot measure in which voters decide on a regional sales tax that would fund transit.
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.
D'Angelo's family said he died Tuesday after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Organizers of this year's San Francisco Latino Film Festival believe the platform is more vital than ever.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have been beefing for years, with the two rappers releasing several diss tracks about one another.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
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.
The San Francisco Zoo on Wednesday gave a sneak preview of one of its newest residents, a male silverback Western lowland gorilla named "Cecil."
BART service on the Berryessa Line was halted Wednesday afternoon after a downed tree blocked the tracks between Fremont and Union City stations, the agency said.
The owners of an Italian ceramics store in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood say they are unsure if they can stay open due to the higher prices attributed to President Trump's tariffs. Veronica Macias reports.
Expect cool conditions to continue on Wednesday, with a warming trend returning as the weekend approaches. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Two firefighters suffered injuries as they were battling a fire at a building under construction in San Francisco’s Mission District early Wednesday morning. Veronica Macias 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.