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In an effort to create more safe spaces for San Francisco's LGBTQ community, Supervisor Rafael Mandelman on Tuesday proposed creating new zoning regulations that would allow for the revival of gay bathhouses.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott's move to order entities in his state to investigate gender-affirming care for transgender children as child abuse is drawing reaction from across the country Wednesday, including sharp criticism from advocacy groups in California.
San Francisco Pride announced this week it will return to in-person events this June for the first time since the pandemic as the nonprofit also prepares for a change in leadership this year.
A blood shortage exacerbated by the COVID pandemic is adding support to an effort to change the FDA's longstanding ban on donations by sexually active gay men.
A shooting in Downtown Oakland early Friday morning claimed the life of a transgender adult, police say, in the city's 129 homicide of the year.
A new light display at the Memorial Grove at Golden Gate Park, honors people still living with HIV and the hundreds of thousands of lives lost in this country to AIDS.
State schools Superintendent Tony Thurmond announced Friday the formation of a committee to make recommendations to expand the availability of gender neutral bathrooms on California school campuses.
A Navy ship named for slain San Francisco gay rights leader Harvey Milk, who served four years in the Navy before being forced out, was christened and launched in San Diego Bay on Saturday.
Members of the LGBTQ community are up in arms over a new special from comedian Dave Chappelle that they say ridicules transgender people. And on Wednesday, employees of Netflix staged a walkout to protest their company's support for the program.
San Francisco's Board of Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously approved reversing an ordinance that prohibits the city's Department of Human Resources from collecting data about employee's sexual orientation.
The San Jose Police Officers Association president said Wednesday he's in "disbelief" that Silicon Valley Pride organizers have asked uniformed law enforcement not to participate in this year's parade.
James Catherwood Hormel, a renowned philanthropist and the first openly LGBTQ person to represent the United States as an ambassador, passed away peacefully in San Francisco Friday morning. He was 88.
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib said he has received "nothing but love and support" from his teammates after he came out as gay earlier this summer.
A 31-year-old man faces hate crime and other charges after a brutal attack on another man at a homeless encampment in Berkeley, police said Tuesday.
A high-ranking police official in the San Francisco Police Department was nominated Monday to serve as the next police chief in Lincoln, Nebraska, making her the city's first female chief and the first who is openly gay.
California will restrict state-funded travel to Florida, Montana, West Virginia, Arkansas, and North Dakota over anti-LGBTQ legislation recently enacted in those states, Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Monday.
The pandemic forced the big parade down Market Street to be canceled again but many used the day to reflect on the greater meaning of Pride beyond the party.
As thousands celebrated Pride Weekend in San Francisco, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and others took time Saturday to mark the 6th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's landmark marriage equality ruling.
While the SF Pride parade down Market Street remains on hold until next year, a fully reopened San Francisco means this year's festivities will certainly be louder than last year's.
President Biden declared "Pride is back at the White House," delivering remarks in a day of events intended to mark the contributions of LGBT Americans.
Carl Nassib, a defensive lineman for the Las Vegas Raiders, became the first active NFL player in league's 100-plus year history to come out as gay.
This year's Pride Celebration roared into San Francisco Friday evening, punctuated by the rumble of motorcycles from Dykes on Bikes, on the first-ever Pride Movie Night at Oracle Park.
San Francisco played a critical role in fighting AIDS in America and around the world, leaders and activists said Saturday at a ceremony in Golden Gate Park to mark the 40th anniversary of the first reported cases of the illness.
For the first time in the city's history, Gilroy is flying the Pride flag outside City Hall, but not without controversy.
The 26th annual Pink Triangle lighting ceremony kicked off Pride month with music amidst heavy fog and elected leaders including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi high above San Francisco Tuesday night.
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 fire on the BART tracks at the Civic Center station in San Francisco Tuesday morning has led to service disruptions, officials said.
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 group appeared in a video last week that called on service members and members of the intelligence community to "refuse illegal orders."
The annual turkey pardoning is a favorite tradition at the White House.
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 fire on the BART tracks at the Civic Center station in San Francisco Tuesday morning has led to service disruptions, officials said.
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 group appeared in a video last week that called on service members and members of the intelligence community to "refuse illegal orders."
The annual turkey pardoning is a favorite tradition at the White House.
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 fire on the BART tracks at the Civic Center station in San Francisco Tuesday morning has led to service disruptions, officials said.
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.
Jan. 1 will be Casa Borinquena's last day of service. Several others have closed just this year alone, including Momo Noodle, Kayma, and Tacos El Ultimo Baile.
Outside the San Francisco County Jail, a coalition of community leaders gathered to push for an investigation into allegations that 19 women were strip-searched in front of male deputies, who had their body cameras recording.
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.
There are two kinds of fog that impact the Bay Area throughout the year. Meteorologist Zoe Mintz explains the difference and what causes it.
Some hikers and cyclists in Fremont say a road they frequently take is now blocked off by a gate with a no trespassing sign.
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.
Authorities said crews were considering their next steps as they continue to search for an elderly woman who has been missing in the Santa Cruz Mountains for nearly a week.
Authorities in Santa Clara County are investigating after a man in custody at the Elmwood Correctional Facility in Milpitas died over the weekend.
San Jose's PayPal Park served as the stage for the biggest night in women's soccer.
A search is underway for a man who is missing after he was swept into the ocean along the Big Sur coast, just one week after a father and daughter died after they were pulled into the ocean.
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.
A hit-and-run investigation is underway after a bicyclist was found dead in the Petaluma area Saturday morning, authorities said.
Christian McCaffrey had a big night in his first game against Carolina since the Panthers traded him to San Francisco three years ago.
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.
Macklin Celebrini scored his team-leading 14th goal of the season, and the San Jose Sharks beat the Boston Bruins 3-1 on Sunday night.
California has fired coach Justin Wilcox after a lopsided loss to Stanford in the Big Game.
At the annual Big Game, choosing a side is usually simple: Cal or Stanford. But for one Bay Area family, the rivalry runs straight through the middle of their tailgate.
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.
Four more people were arrested in the probe into the spectacular daylight heist of imperial jewels from the Louvre Museum, French authorities said.
Outside the San Francisco County Jail, a coalition of community leaders gathered to push for an investigation into allegations that 19 women were strip-searched in front of male deputies, who had their body cameras recording.
San Francisco police said they responded to a well-being check near 19th Avenue and Sloat Boulevard, and that when they arrived, they spotted someone who matched the description of a person of interest in a killing. Officers then developed probable cause and arrested him, police said.
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.
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.
Zoox, an autonomous vehicle company owned by Amazon, announced Tuesday that it is now offering free robotaxi rides in select San Francisco neighborhoods.
Meta has prevailed over an existential challenge to its business that could have forced the tech giant to spin off Instagram and WhatsApp.
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.
Waiting and seeing is not often the strategy employed when it comes to treating breast cancer, but a new clinical trial by the University of California, San Francisco, researchers are doing just that.
The group appeared in a video last week that called on service members and members of the intelligence community to "refuse illegal orders."
The annual turkey pardoning is a favorite tradition at the White House.
California's crowded 2026 governor's race narrowed Monday night as Democratic businessman Stephen Cloobeck ended his campaign and endorsed Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who entered the race last week.
A push by the Trump administration to end Russia's war on Ukraine appears to make headway, with Kyiv saying Zelenskyy could visit D.C. within days to finalize a deal.
The rulings from U.S. District Judge Cameron Currie are a significant victory for former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
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.
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.
After a foggy start, expect clear skies and highs in the 60s. Conditions should remain dry throughout the long Thanksgiving weekend in the Bay Area. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
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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.