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As President Trump ramped up his anti-migrant rhetoric ahead of Tuesday's midterm elections, exhausted Central Americans walking across Mexico in hopes of reaching the United States said they were mostly perplexed and turned off by his threats.
President Trump announced Thursday his administration is finalizing a plan to only allow asylum seekers to apply at designated points of entry. Currently, those who don't go to an official checkpoint are still afforded a chance to wait for trial and make their case.
President Donald Trump offered a dramatic, if legally dubious, promise in a new interview to unilaterally end birthright citizenship, ratcheting up his hardline immigration rhetoric with a week to go before critical midterm elections.
More than 5,000 active-duty troops are being deployed to the U.S.-Mexico border ahead of the impending arrival of a migrant caravan, according to the Department of Defense.
Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen says US troops who are expected to be deployed to the Mexico border "do not have any intention right now to shoot at people."
Little by little, sickness, fear and police harassment are whittling down the migrant caravan making its way to the U.S. border, with many of the 4,000 to 5,000 migrants who resumed their journey Thursday complaining of exhaustion.
A Bay Area man has taken his experiences as a young immigrant to help him excel as a first-generation college student.
Government officials were "unaware" of the April 2018 decision by Attorney General Jeff Sessions to implement a "zero tolerance" policy that separated families illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border, sparking months of confusion over how to track young children taken from parents, according to a new report.
U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein spoke with KPIX 5 Political Reporter Melissa Caen on Tuesday about how the decades-old issues of homelessness and immigration remain a major focus of her work in office.
All along the U.S.-Mexico border, from Texas to California, tensions continued to mount Sunday as an ragged army of Honduran migrants streamed through southern Mexico.
Central Americans traveling in a mass caravan broke through a Guatemalan border fence and streamed by the thousands toward Mexican territory Friday, defying Mexican authorities' entreaties for an orderly migration and U.S. President Donald Trump's threats of retaliation.
Pres. Trump accused Democrats of supporting a migrant "caravan" because they "figure everybody coming in is going to vote Democrat." The president also heaped praise on Republican Rep. Greg Gianforte who attacked a reporter in 2017.
As the midterm elections loom, a rift is developing among Democrats on immigration. Some are saying it's better to emphasize other issues, but in California, not every candidate agrees.
The Supreme Court wrestled Wednesday with a case about the government's ability to detain certain immigrants after they've served sentences for committing crimes in the United States.
A federal judge in San Francisco struck down an immigration law Friday that the Trump administration has used to go after cities and states that limit cooperation with immigration officials.
A federal inspection report has uncovered "serious violations" at a southern California facility run by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
A judge on Wednesday blocked the Trump administration from ending protections that let immigrants from four countries live and work legally in the United States, saying the move would cause "irreparable harm and great hardship."
The federal gun possession trial of the undocumented immigrant who possessed the gun that killed Kate Steinle in San Francisco in 2015 has been postponed for at least several months while a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in a different case is awaited.
California Gov. Jerry Brown vetoed two bills Thursday seeking to expand the rights of immigrants living in the country illegally and protect them from deportation.
A U.S. judge Tuesday repeated President Donald Trump's vulgar description of African countries while questioning his administration's motives for ending a program that lets immigrants from four countries live and work legally in the U.S.
California Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom wasted little time in responding to President Donald Trump's latest attacks on him over immigration.
BART fought back Thursday against previously reported claims that it has been sharing information with federal immigration agents.
A citizens' group in Oakland said that BART put lives at risk when it confessed that it sent license plate numbers to a database that ICE could access, despite the fact that the Board of Directors told them not to do so.
The number of migrant children being detained by the government has reached its highest level ever, according to a report by The New York Times.
A Peninsula resident sued her former Burlingame landlord in federal court in San Francisco Tuesday, alleging the landlord illegally threatened to report her to immigration authorities during an eviction dispute.
Authorities on California's Central Coast have suspended search operations for an Army specialist from New Jersey who was swept out to the Pacific Ocean over the weekend.
Stephen Curry limped away from the bench late in Golden State's 104-100 loss to the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night after bruising his right quadriceps.
Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot a few blocks from the White House, and a suspect identified as an Afghan national is in custody.
The Wednesday before Thanksgiving has become such a popular day for purchasing cannabis that it's known as "Green Wednesday".
Shoppers will need to plan ahead as some grocery stores and retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving or have reduced hours.
Authorities on California's Central Coast have suspended search operations for an Army specialist from New Jersey who was swept out to the Pacific Ocean over the weekend.
Stephen Curry limped away from the bench late in Golden State's 104-100 loss to the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night after bruising his right quadriceps.
Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot a few blocks from the White House, and a suspect identified as an Afghan national is in custody.
The Wednesday before Thanksgiving has become such a popular day for purchasing cannabis that it's known as "Green Wednesday".
Shoppers will need to plan ahead as some grocery stores and retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving or have reduced hours.
A San Francisco man who was convicted of murdering of an 88-year-old woman during a crime spree that primarily targeted Asian Americans will spend the rest of his life in prison, prosecutors said.
Prosecutors in San Francisco have charged a man with murder following a deadly home invasion in the city's Ingleside neighborhood over the weekend.
BART service is recovering Tuesday afternoon after a fire on the BART tracks at the Civic Center station in San Francisco led to service disruptions, officials said.
More than four decades after a woman was found dead near the San Mateo Bridge, authorities on the Peninsula have arrested the victim's estranged husband in the case.
A family from Idaho is again complete after being reunited with their cat after she was found in San Francisco, more than 600 miles away from home.
The Wednesday before Thanksgiving has become such a popular day for purchasing cannabis that it's known as "Green Wednesday".
Police said detectives were at the home, on the 1600 block of Lipton Street, for an investigation with the Internet Crimes Against Children task force.
San Ramon police said a 40-year-old woman was arrested as a suspect in the shooting of a teen on Sunday. According to police, the two know each other, but they will not be releasing details in order to protect the victim's privacy.
BART service on the Red Line and Green Line was restored Monday after an equipment issue disrupted service during the morning commute, officials said.
As the Bay Area gears up for the holiday shopping rush, one tradition in Berkeley almost came to an end.
Authorities on California's Central Coast have suspended search operations for an Army specialist from New Jersey who was swept out to the Pacific Ocean over the weekend.
In Santa Clara County, there is hope for a new community to help house the homeless, following a unique strategy currently being used in Texas.
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.0 struck southern Santa Clara County early Wednesday morning, followed by at least two other aftershocks. according to officials.
Authorities have arrested a 17-year-old and are looking for several other suspects following a heist at a cannabis greenhouse in Salinas and a police pursuit to Gilroy early Tuesday.
A man swept into the Pacific Ocean off California's Central Coast over the weekend has been identified as an Army soldier from New Jersey, as authorities continue to search for his body.
The Matt Garcia Foundation continued the work of the Fairfield native who declared as a sixth grader that he would one day hold public office.
Two women, one of whom had multiple outstanding felony warrants, were arrested following a retail theft at the Vacaville Premium Outlets on Friday evening, police said.
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude 4.1 struck northern Sonoma County Monday morning, officials said.
The city of Sebastopol recently made a surprising administrative mistake: it approved the opening of a Little Caesars pizza restaurant in the downtown core, an area where chain businesses have been banned since 2018, with a few exceptions.
The sheriff's office said he is wanted in connection with a homicide that happened on the 300 block of Cloverdale Heights Way.
Stephen Curry limped away from the bench late in Golden State's 104-100 loss to the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night after bruising his right quadriceps.
Shedeur Sanders isn't focused on the buzz around his relationship with coach Kevin Stefanski or the cheers expected when he plays against San Francisco.
Carolina Panthers safety Tre'von Moehrig has been suspended one game without pay for punching San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings in the groin during Monday's game.
Christian McCaffrey had a big night in his first game against Carolina since the Panthers traded him to San Francisco three years ago.
For many San Francisco 49ers fans, game day starts long before the opening kick— in the parking lots outside Levi's Stadium, where fans tailgate like one big family.
Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot a few blocks from the White House, and a suspect identified as an Afghan national is in custody.
A San Francisco man who was convicted of murdering of an 88-year-old woman during a crime spree that primarily targeted Asian Americans will spend the rest of his life in prison, prosecutors said.
Prosecutors in San Francisco have charged a man with murder following a deadly home invasion in the city's Ingleside neighborhood over the weekend.
Police said detectives were at the home, on the 1600 block of Lipton Street, for an investigation with the Internet Crimes Against Children task force.
Authorities have arrested a 17-year-old and are looking for several other suspects following a heist at a cannabis greenhouse in Salinas and a police pursuit to Gilroy early Tuesday.
AI is swiftly reshaping America's labor market, performing many technical and cognitive tasks across a range of industries, study says.
Over the weekend, Elon Musk's X unveiled a feature that lets users see where an account is based — and it led to some surprises.
After FTC settlement, eligible Amazon Prime customers will automatically receive refunds between Nov. 12 and Dec. 24.
The university has been part of a project called "3UCubed," helping to create a small satellite, about the size of a loaf of bread, that will soon be launched into orbit.
The chipmaker's record growth will allay investor concerns about an artificial intelligence bubble, analysts say.
Consumers with the imported pans should throw them away due to the severe health risks posed by lead, the agency warns.
ByHeart said it can't rule out that all of its baby formula across all product lots could be contaminated, citing recent test results.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
A bat found near a park on the San Francisco Peninsula in San Mateo County tested positive for rabies last week, health officials said.
KFF, a nonprofit health policy organization founded in San Francisco, has released new data predicting a 26% increase in health insurance premiums under the Affordable Care Act coverage next year.
Federal immigration authorities said Wednesday they have paused processing requests from Afghan nationals, after a man from Afghanistan was identified as the suspect in the D.C. National Guard shooting.
The fee change for international visitors will impact 11 national parks, including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite, according to the Interior Department.
Over the weekend, Elon Musk's X unveiled a feature that lets users see where an account is based — and it led to some surprises.
Trump housing official Bill Pulte also submitted criminal referrals for investigations into Sen. Adam Schiff, New York Attorney General Letitia James and Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook.
The group appeared in a video last week that called on service members and members of the intelligence community to "refuse illegal orders."
A 16-year FBI employee has filed a lawsuit alleging he was fired last month because he had a Pride flag displayed near his desk.
A group of transgender members of the U.S. Air Force and Space Force forced to leave active duty under the Trump administration's policies say their benefits were revoked in a rare move.
California state Sen. Scott Wiener of San Francisco announced Wednesday that he is running for Nancy Pelosi's congressional seat next year.
Advocacy group The Trevor Projected released data from the first year of a study following more than 1,600 LGBTQ+ youth across the country.
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.
Allison Keaney, the first female CEO of the Cow Palace, one of California's biggest rodeo venues, said ticket sales jumped 61% this year, and women's rodeo, once an afterthought, is now ropin' in fans fast.
Jimmy Cliff, who famously sang about the "many rivers" we all must cross, has died after suffering a seizure and pneumonia, his family say.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
In his San Bruno studio, part workshop, part wonderland, empty spray paint cans don't end up in the trash. They're transformed into "Killer Cans," brightly colored monsters with big personalities and toothy grins that are shaking up the art world.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
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.
At Glide Memorial Church in San Francisco, volunteers were up early on Thanksgiving morning to prepare thousands of meals for those in need, in what has become an annual tradition. Veronica Macias reports.
On Thanksgiving, expect skies to clear after a foggy and chilly start, with highs throughout the Bay Area to be in the 60s. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Amanda Hari reports on Bay Area cannabis businesses seeing more shoppers for Thanksgiving. 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
Brian Hackney reports on the release of thousands of sterile Medflies to stop a potential infestation. 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
Kenny Choi reports on a push for SoMa corner stores to have curfews 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.