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Prosecutors say they're seeking a death sentence against a California man charged with killing a bank robbery hostage used as a human shield in a shootout with police.
Martinez police are looking for two men who allegedly robbed a Subway sandwich shop at gunpoint Monday evening.
A masked man allegedly robbed a store employee at gunpoint in Concord on Saturday, police said Sunday.
San Francisco police arrested three people early Wednesday on suspicion of homicide and other offenses for allegedly striking and killing a woman during a pursuit in the city last month.
A group fast-acting of San Francisco Police Academy recruits got a chance to stop a crime when they spotted a burglary-in-progress.
Police arrested a suspect Saturday night after the person allegedly robbed a bank in Antioch and allegedly took a person hostage in Oakland, police said Sunday.
Authorities arrested a Cotati man who allegedly went on a drug-fueled crime spree at a shopping center in Marin County Saturday afternoon, a sheriff's deputy said.
A bank-robbery suspect was arrested after a police pursuit from Antioch ended in Oakland Saturday evening.
Residents in San Jose are fed up with crime, and they let Mayor Sam Liccardo hear that frustration at a meeting Tuesday night.
A person allegedly stole money from a bank in Antioch Saturday afternoon, according to the Antioch Police Department.
A priest had to fend off a robber trying to steal his iPad while he read outside a church in San Francisco.
A Marin County jury convicted a Larkspur man Wednesday of robbing banks throughout Marin County in 2012 and 2013.
Police are looking for a suspect in a bank robbery at a Wells Fargo in the Willow Glen district of San Jose last month who escaped in a car driven by a woman, a police spokesman said.
What started as a home invasion robbery in Fremont ended on the other side of the Bay in Menlo Park Wednesday with shots fired at officers, and two suspects in custody, and another on the loose.
Police arrested a burglar Monday morning after she accidentally dropped her driver's license while struggling with the homeowner to get away.
An Uber driver allegedly robbed his passenger early Saturday morning in San Francisco's South Beach neighborhood.
A woman was tied up and robbed at gunpoint inside her home in San Francisco's Ingleside neighborhood early Saturday morning.
Supervisor Jane Kim is leading an effort in San Francisco to disarm the private security guards who escort Muni fare box cash collectors, Critics say it would leave the Muni employees sitting ducks for robberies.
Four burglars wearing ski masks broke through a front window at Stuff Store when one of them used a slingshot in San Francisco's Mission District early Wednesday morning, according to police.
An armed liquor store robbery suspect killed by police officers in Sunnyvale Wednesday morning was identified as an army veteran.
Police have arrested a man who allegedly entered the home of a 92-year-old woman and then robbed her in San Francisco's Chinatown neighborhood over the weekend.
The FBI and San Francisco police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect in three recent bank robberies that occurred in the city in the last two weeks.
A man suspected of committing armed robbery early Sunday morning was arrested in South San Francisco Monday evening after investigators conducted a stakeout, according to police.
Residents in some Berkeley neighborhoods are on edge after a sharp increase in home burglaries.
A man who police are calling the 'Mrs. Doubtfire Robber' is being sought after robbing a bank in Santa Cruz and being seen casing another bank in the city, while dressed in drag.
Video shows the incident began after a dog bit a bystander around 4:30 p.m., near Market and O'Farrell streets.
Navy officials said they found small amounts of plutonium-239 in a heavy metal sample but waited to perform several tests before releasing the information 11 months after the initial finding.
Both sides of Interstate 205 through Tracy were shut down Tuesday afternoon after an oil tanker overturned on the freeway, officials said.
Zoox, an autonomous vehicle company owned by Amazon, announced Tuesday that it is now offering free robotaxi rides in select San Francisco neighborhoods.
At least two people were injured following a high-speed crash involving multiple vehicles in San Francisco's Marina District Tuesday morning.
Video shows the incident began after a dog bit a bystander around 4:30 p.m., near Market and O'Farrell streets.
Navy officials said they found small amounts of plutonium-239 in a heavy metal sample but waited to perform several tests before releasing the information 11 months after the initial finding.
Both sides of Interstate 205 through Tracy were shut down Tuesday afternoon after an oil tanker overturned on the freeway, officials said.
Zoox, an autonomous vehicle company owned by Amazon, announced Tuesday that it is now offering free robotaxi rides in select San Francisco neighborhoods.
At least two people were injured following a high-speed crash involving multiple vehicles in San Francisco's Marina District Tuesday morning.
Video shows the incident began after a dog bit a bystander around 4:30 p.m., near Market and O'Farrell streets.
Navy officials said they found small amounts of plutonium-239 in a heavy metal sample but waited to perform several tests before releasing the information 11 months after the initial finding.
Zoox, an autonomous vehicle company owned by Amazon, announced Tuesday that it is now offering free robotaxi rides in select San Francisco neighborhoods.
At least two people were injured following a high-speed crash involving multiple vehicles in San Francisco's Marina District Tuesday morning.
Earlier this year, the zoo had come under scrutiny as the San Francisco Animal Control and Welfare Commission deemed the facilities were outdated and unsafe for both animals and visitors.
The man charged with murder in the Oakland, California killing of beloved Laney College athletic director John Beam made his first court appearance Tuesday.
Since 2022, Youth Alive has been even more involved in the Oakland Unified School District, partnering with them on school violence prevention and intervention programs.
The tenants who filed the lawsuit in Oakland say they have even received text messages questioning their immigration status.
The man accused in the killing of beloved Laney College athletic director John Beam in Oakland was charged with murder on Monday, and faces a gun enhancement count as well, authorities said.
A man was hit and killed by a vehicle in Concord along a busy thoroughfare over the weekend, authorities said.
A Monterey County man is facing a sentence of up to 275 years in prison after being found guilty of molesting two sisters, prosecutors announced Monday.
The quake on Monday night hit near where several other earthquakes struck on Nov. 9.
A 68-year-old man was killed on Sunday in unincorporated Gilroy in what appears to be a murder-suicide, the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office said.
A dozen suspected illicit massage businesses in the city of Morgan Hill have been shut down by police following an 18-month operation in the community.
The body of a 7-year-old girl who went missing along the Big Sur coast after a wave pulled her and her family into the ocean on Friday has been recovered, the Monterey County Sheriff's Office said on Sunday.
Authorities in Sonoma County arrested two people last week suspected of committing mail and package thefts involving dozens of victims.
San Rafael has proposed building cabin shelters on a parcel of land to house dozens of people who are currently unhoused, a first-of-its-kind project for the North Bay. But the project is getting a mixed reception from residents.
Three Bay Area men have been arrested on suspicion of grand theft, elder abuse and other charges for allegedly defrauding an elderly victim out of hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash and gold.
The Metropolitan Transportation Commission announced that tolling on the new Express Lanes on Interstate 80 in Solano County will begin in December, with drivers being required to pay tolls every day of the week.
A minor earthquake shook Vallejo and the surrounding communities on Thursday afternoon, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.
The man charged with murder in the Oakland, California killing of beloved Laney College athletic director John Beam made his first court appearance Tuesday.
Brock Purdy returned to the lineup and the San Francisco 49ers scored their most points in nearly two years.
Moses Moody hit a career-high eight 3-pointers and scored 32 points, and the Golden State Warriors defeated New Orleans 124-106 in what was also James Borrego's debut as Pelicans interim coach.
Brock Purdy threw three touchdown passes in his return from a toe injury, Christian McCaffrey had two rushing touchdowns and a receiving score, and the San Francisco 49ers beat the sloppy Arizona Cardinals 41-22.
Philipp Grubauer stopped all 19 shots he faced in relief of injured Matt Murray, and the Seattle Kraken got two goals from Jaden Schwartz to help beat the San Jose Sharks 4-1.
Video shows the incident began after a dog bit a bystander around 4:30 p.m., near Market and O'Farrell streets.
At least two people were injured following a high-speed crash involving multiple vehicles in San Francisco's Marina District Tuesday morning.
The man charged with murder in the Oakland, California killing of beloved Laney College athletic director John Beam made his first court appearance Tuesday.
A Monterey County man is facing a sentence of up to 275 years in prison after being found guilty of molesting two sisters, prosecutors announced Monday.
Authorities in Sonoma County arrested two people last week suspected of committing mail and package thefts involving dozens of victims.
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.
Web services company Cloudflare had said it was aware of problems impacting "multiple customers" amid reports of outages at apps including X.
Facing pressure from states and families, Roblox will require players to use AI-powered technology that helps verify their age.
Google said the fake messages are part of a massive criminal network called "Lighthouse" that has stolen information through phishing and smishing scams.
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.
With open enrollment starting soon, employees could get sticker shock, with their costs expected to rise 6% to 7% for 2026, a new study says.
The bill aims to impose restrictions on ballroom donors seeking to influence the administration.
Meta has prevailed over an existential challenge to its business that could have forced the tech giant to spin off Instagram and WhatsApp.
A federal court ordered Texas to use House district lines adopted in 2021 for next year's congressional elections.
The measure compelling the Justice Department to release materials related to Jeffrey Epstein won congressional approval. In a sudden reversal, President Trump told lawmakers they should vote for it.
The Department of Justice is suing California over two recently enacted laws that would prohibit federal agents from wearing facial coverings and require them to identify themselves while conducting their duties.
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.
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.
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.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.
Heidi Klum donned green scales and squirming snakes to transform herself into Medusa for Halloween on Friday.
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.
Devin Fehely reports on the Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County. 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
John Ramos reports on how federal funding changes will affect the Bay Area’s housing programs. 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
Juliette Goodrich reports on a police shooting that happened on Nov. 9. 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
Kelsi Thorud reports on a protest held by Oakland high school students. 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
Veronica Macias reports on Second Harvest Santa Cruz County. 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.