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Attorneys for Derek Almena and Max Harris, the two men being held responsible for the deaths of 36 people, are trying to show that others also played a significant role in the tragedy.
A federal appeals court in San Francisco announced Monday that a rarely convened 11-judge panel will take up a copyright dispute over the rock band Led Zeppelin's iconic "Stairway to Heaven" song.
San Francisco-based Wells Fargo has agreed to pay at least $385 million to settle a California lawsuit alleging it signed up thousands of auto loan customers for costly car insurance without their consent.
Developers are suing Apple over costs associated with selling apps on the company's app store.
California Attorney General Xavier Becerra and San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera both asked a federal court Tuesday to block a new rule by the administration of President Donald Trump that would allow health care institutions and workers to refuse services on religious grounds.
A former employee of celebrated chef Thomas Keller is suing him and his three-star Michelin restaurants — Per Se in New York and the French Laundry in California — for discrimination.
A California family filed a lawsuit in Alameda County suing Tesla after their car pinned an 8 month pregnant woman into a garage wall. But Tesla says her 2-year-old son pressed the accelerator.
The indictment alleges that Scott N. Johnson understated his income from 2012 to 2014 from settlements of lawsuits filed under the ADA.
Oliver Barcenas and his wife have filed a lawsuit against San Francisco and its police department, nearly a year after he was shot in the back by an officer.
The owner of the iconic "Flintstone House" in San Mateo County has filed a cross-complaint against the town of Hillsborough, alleging race discrimination and violation of the Fair Housing Act, according to court documents obtained by KPIX 5.
San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera on Thursday filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over a new federal rule that would allow health care staff to refuse to provide medical treatment.
Delays and construction issues for the Van Ness Improvement project have led to financial hardships for small business owners, including a WWII Japanese internment camp survivor.
The family of the man killed in a crash in Santa Clara County is calling out Tesla with the new lawsuit filed Wednesday, claiming the company is beta testing technology on California roadways.
The woman who has accused former Warriors coach Luke Walton of sexual assault told her story publicly for the first time Tuesday afternoon.
Former Golden State Warriors assistant coach Luke Walton is reportedly being sued by a woman claiming he sexually assaulted her in his hotel room in 2016.
Alameda County District Attorney Nancy O'Malley and other prosecutors announced Tuesday that two rental car companies have settled a suit that alleged that they overcharged customers for repairs to damaged rental cars.
The family of a woman stabbed to death on an Oakland BART platform last year announced Friday they are suing the transit agency.
The legal battle is heating up between the city of Hillsborough and the owner of the popular if polarizing "Flintstones" home -- a familiar sight for thousands of commuters along the I-280 corridor on the peninsula.
Congressman Devin Nunes is suing a media company for $150 million, saying it engaged in "character assassination" with a 2018 story that appeared in the Fresno Bee.
Yahoo could pay $117.5 million to settle massive data breaches that compromised personal information, including email addresses and passwords.
A CHP trooper who was injured in an accident at a Fairfield trampoline park is moving forward with a lawsuit, years after the accident left him temporarily unable to move or walk.
A Burlingame law firm on Thursday filed a wrongful death lawsuit against aircraft-maker Boeing over last month's Ethiopian Airlines plane crash.
The American Civil Liberties Union and others are suing the FBI for records to find out more about a divisive 2017 report on the rise of black extremists following the shooting deaths of African-Americans.
Republican Rep. Devin Nunes of California is suing Twitter and several of its users for more than $250 million, accusing them of defamation and negligence.
Five California educators filed a lawsuit seeking to stop the state's top teachers union from collecting dues through mandatory paycheck deductions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.