Man Found Pinned to Death Between Pickup Truck, Pole In East Oakland
A person's death is under investigation after being found pinned between a truck and a pole Wednesday night, police said.
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A person's death is under investigation after being found pinned between a truck and a pole Wednesday night, police said.
Police in Oakland on Thursday confirmed the recent arrests of four suspects in connection with two weekend busts involving firearms and illegal drugs, according to authorities.
Following a recommendation by the Oakland Planning Commission on Wednesday evening, the City Council will consider whether to certify an environmental report for a new Oakland A's ballpark in the city.
Two men are dead in separate shootings this week in Oakland, police said Thursday.
A device that looked like a pipe bomb placed by someone near a federal building in downtown Oakland Wednesday was determined to be a hoax device, authorities said.
Concerns heightened Wednesday within the San Francisco Bay Area Tongan community as reports slowly emerged from the isolated Pacific island nation of damage in the wake of a massive underwater volcanic eruption left the region covered in ash and triggered a destructive tsunami.
One Bay Area shipping company is accepting donations to send to the South Pacific island of Tonga after a massive underwater volcano erupted over the weekend.
Hundreds of students in the Oakland Unified School District were ready to boycott classes on Tuesday. Organizers say their demands to safely return students to school amid the Omicron surge haven't been met.
Around 200 Kaiser mental health clinicians in Oakland went on strike Monday to demand better care for communities of color, representatives of the National Union of Healthcare Workers said.
Pain and heartbreak are etched across Rita Warda's face. She was taking her beloved French bulldog out of an evening walk in a neighborhood near Oakland's Lake Merritt, a man walked up with gun and now 'Dezzie' was gone.
The Alameda County Sheriff's Department held a procession on Friday afternoon to honor the memory of the deputy recruit who was killed in an Oakland freeway shooting earlier this month.
Police in Oakland shut down another illegal gambling operation after executing a search warrant Wednesday, seizing firearms including multiple assault rifles and pounds of meth and pot.
A big change is coming to San Francisco Bay. It will now be less of a parking lot. Ships waiting to dock at the port of Oakland will now start staging 50 miles offshore. The goal is to move traffic and air pollution away from the Bay, but supply chain issues won't be leaving with them.
An Oakland man was sentenced Thursday to 15 years in prison after being convicted in a series of armed robberies of jewelry stores in California and Arizona, federal authorities said.
Oakland Unified School District officials said nine schools were closed Thursday due to a teacher sickout, despite the district recently coming to a tentative agreement with unions regarding COVID safety protocols.
After his department investigated an alarming number of fatal shootings in 2021, Oakland Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong on Wednesday told KPIX he knows what it will take to make the city's streets safer during the coming year.
The Oakland Unified School District announced it has reached a tentative agreement with the union representing teachers on some COVID-19 safety issues as the district faces staffing shortages amid the omicron surge.
After a breakout of COVID-19 cases at Frick United Academy of Language in Oakland, most teachers, support staff and administrators called in sick Wednesday and Thursday to protect others from the virus, a teacher at the school said.
Police are looking for the person who casually shoved an elderly woman to the ground in Oakland's Chinatown in an assault captured on a surveillance camera, and are also looking for the victim.
Oakland City Councilmembers Dan Kalb, Noel Gallo and Vice Mayor Rebecca Kaplan on Tuesday introduced legislation that would ban so-called "ghost guns" and unfinished gun parts.
Officials at the Oakland School for the Arts announced Tuesday they were cancelling classes for the remainder of the week because a shortage of teachers caused by positive COVID cases and quarantines in the wake of exposure to the virus.
Better Bay Area air quality and greater safety are the aims of a new voluntary queuing system for container vessels calling on the Port of Oakland, according to three shipping groups.
A group of Oakland Unified high school students are threatening to walk off campuses if the school district doesn't provide more COVID protections or return to online learning.
A planned sickout by teachers in Oakland led to the East Bay district shutting down a dozen schools on Friday, according to Oakland Unified officials.
Amy Schneider continued to break "Jeopardy!" records with her 28th victory on Friday night, becoming the first woman in the show's history to win more than $1 million in cumulative prize money.
Police in San Francisco have launched a homicide investigation after a man was fatally stabbed in the city's West Side Wednesday afternoon.
The San Francisco 49ers announced the team signed veteran kicker Eddy Piñeiro Jr. to a one-year deal on Wednesday, a day after placing Jake Moody on waivers.
Authorities in the East Bay said they recovered a sacred object that was stolen from a Catholic Church last week.
A 2.7% COLA increase would raise the average monthly Social Security payment by about $54.
People mourned the life and legacy of political activist Charlie Kirk, including at UC Berkeley's chapter of Turning Point USA, the nonprofit he created.
Police in San Francisco have launched a homicide investigation after a man was fatally stabbed in the city's West Side Wednesday afternoon.
The San Francisco 49ers announced the team signed veteran kicker Eddy Piñeiro Jr. to a one-year deal on Wednesday, a day after placing Jake Moody on waivers.
Authorities in the East Bay said they recovered a sacred object that was stolen from a Catholic Church last week.
A 2.7% COLA increase would raise the average monthly Social Security payment by about $54.
People mourned the life and legacy of political activist Charlie Kirk, including at UC Berkeley's chapter of Turning Point USA, the nonprofit he created.
Police in San Francisco have launched a homicide investigation after a man was fatally stabbed in the city's West Side Wednesday afternoon.
The shooting happened around 5:48 p.m. on the 1500 block of Burke Avenue. Police said they found one injured victim at the scene, that several others had been taken to the hospital before officers arrived, and that one person was taken to an Oakland hospital.
A passenger aboard a San Francisco Muni light rail vehicle was stabbed late Monday night, and a suspect was still at large, police said.
Police in East Palo Alto announced a reward Wednesday as they search for a man suspected in a deadly 2019 shooting.
A man accused in a 1989 cold case involving the rape and stabbing of a woman in her San Mateo home pleaded no contest to the charges and now faces life in prison, authorities said.
Authorities in the East Bay said they recovered a sacred object that was stolen from a Catholic Church last week.
People mourned the life and legacy of political activist Charlie Kirk, including at UC Berkeley's chapter of Turning Point USA, the nonprofit he created.
Oakland Police said six people were shot inside an International Boulevard business on Wednesday. Police said one of them died at the scene and the other died at a hospital.
Part of Councilmember Ken Houston's proposal would allow closing homeless encampments without notice, towing vehicles, and arresting people who return and reestablish camps within 60 days.
A Fremont family launched a nonprofit that teaches school children about beach safety after their visit to a beach in 2021 ended in tragedy.
An attempt by 10-15 suspects to rob a jewelry store in Milpitas was thwarted after the store owner produced a firearm and opened fire, police said.
The NCAA has permanently banned three Division I college basketball players for betting on their own games.
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.
On Tuesday, the Vietnamese community gathered to call out State and local leaders to invest in public safety in a way that will make them feel safe.
Police in San Jose announced Tuesday the arrests two people suspected of belonging to a vandalism crew linked to dozens of incidents.
A woman was shot dead inside her Santa Rosa home early Tuesday morning in what appears to be a targeted killing, police said.
The suspected DUI driver of a minivan that crashed in Napa County on Sunday, killing six people, has been convicted of DUI three times and was on probation at the time of the crash, authorities said Tuesday.
Authorities in the Bay Area said they seized hundreds of pounds of methamphetamine and made two arrests over the weekend, in what is being billed as one of the largest drug seizures in the area in years.
While the driver has been arrested, investigators must also now identify the seven passengers of the vehicle. The CHP said none of them had identification with them.
More than five years after a father of two from Vacaville disappeared, police announced last week that the case has been ruled a homicide.
The San Francisco 49ers announced the team signed veteran kicker Eddy Piñeiro Jr. to a one-year deal on Wednesday, a day after placing Jake Moody on waivers.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is a "long shot" to play against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday due to a toe injury.
The NCAA has permanently banned three Division I college basketball players for betting on their own games.
Willy Adames hit a three-run homer in the first inning moments after fouling the initial pitch off his knee, Robbie Ray remained unbeaten pitching against his former team, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-3.
San Francisco 49ers star tight end George Kittle will miss at least four games after being placed on the injured reserve list because of a hamstring injury, the team announced Tuesday.
Police in San Francisco have launched a homicide investigation after a man was fatally stabbed in the city's West Side Wednesday afternoon.
Authorities in the East Bay said they recovered a sacred object that was stolen from a Catholic Church last week.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
Oakland Police said six people were shot inside an International Boulevard business on Wednesday. Police said one of them died at the scene and the other died at a hospital.
An attempt by 10-15 suspects to rob a jewelry store in Milpitas was thwarted after the store owner produced a firearm and opened fire, police said.
Uber is teaming with electric air taxi maker Joby to bring helicopter service to its ride-sharing platform as soon as 2026.
Apple's annual technology showcase includes the iPhone 17, along with refreshed AirPods that can offer live translation.
Waymo self-driving robotaxis will soon shuttle passengers to San Jose Mineta International Airport after the company received authorization, airport officials announced Thursday.
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.
For the first time in its history, San Anselmo has instituted paid parking on its main commercial street. That, in itself, would be enough to make people angry, but it is the system they chose for payment that has a lot of people frustrated.
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.
California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii announced the formation of a health alliance to guide residents on vaccines and immunizations because of what a joint statement called "the politicization of science" by the federal government.
About 42% of the children in the study diagnosed with ADHD were prescribed drugs within 30 days of diagnosis.
People mourned the life and legacy of political activist Charlie Kirk, including at UC Berkeley's chapter of Turning Point USA, the nonprofit he created.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
President Trump is attending the ceremony at the Pentagon.
Part of Councilmember Ken Houston's proposal would allow closing homeless encampments without notice, towing vehicles, and arresting people who return and reestablish camps within 60 days.
Conservative activist and commentator Charlie Kirk was shot and killed while he was speaking at a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.
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.
See the full list of winners and nominees for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.
A lightsaber Darth Vader used in the Star Wars films "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Return of the Jedi" sold at auction for more than $3.6 million.
On Thursday night, the Golden State Valkyries became the first-ever franchise expansion team in WNBA history to make the playoffs in their inaugural season.
Canadian First Nations actor Graham Greene died at 73 after a lengthy illness, his representative told CBS News.
The 58-year-old chef said in a social media post that he had a Basal cell carcinoma removed from his skin.
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.
Expect cloudy skies and one more day of cooler conditions on Thursday, with highs ranging from the 60s to the low 80s. Starting Friday, a warming trend will take hold, with high temperatures expected to soar by the middle of next week. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Amanda Hari reports on the UC Berkeley chapter of Turning Point USA holding a memorial for Charlie Kirk. 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 inside an Oakland business left two people dead and four injured. One of the people injured as an employee of the business, police said. 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
Meteorologist Darren Peck says the fall-like weather we're having will soon give way to a warm-up in temperatures.
Kenny Choi interviews a violence prevention expert on political violence in the United States. 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
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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.
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