UC Berkeley Targeted In Federal Complaint Over Its Handling Of Rape Allegations
Women's-rights attorney Gloria Allred says federal complaints have been filed against four U.S. colleges over how the colleges handle rape allegations.
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Women's-rights attorney Gloria Allred says federal complaints have been filed against four U.S. colleges over how the colleges handle rape allegations.
A judge on Wednesday ordered that a diagnostic study be conducted for a female Livermore high school teacher who pleaded no contest to nine felony counts for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old male student from December 2010 to May 2011.
Santa Cruz police have released sketches of a man suspected of following and groping two female runners Monday night in Santa Cruz,
Three victims who took the stand against a man dubbed the "Mission Rapist" were among those honored with a Justice Award from the San Francisco District Attorney's office for their bravery.
The three teens accused of sexually assaulting a Saratoga High School student, who later committed suicide, have been released from juvenile hall and are now placed on home detention.
California lawmakers advanced a bill Monday to close a legal loophole that allowed a rape conviction to be overturned because the woman was not married.
Police arrested a San Francisco man Tuesday in connection with the sexual assault of a 10-year-old girl in Daly City.
A female Livermore high school teacher has pleaded no contest to nine felony counts for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old male student from December 2010 to May 2011.
The family of the Saratoga High School student who committed suicide after an alleged sexual assault expressed anger and resentment over a statement issued by the school district.
A school superintendent said Wednesday that officials could not expel three teenage boys charged with sexually battering a classmate last fall.
The family of Audrie Pott, the 15-year-old Saratoga High School student who committed suicide last fall, days after she was allegedly sexually assaulted at a party, has filed a claim against the school district.
Charges against three teen boys were heard in Santa Clara Juvenile Court Tuesday in connection with the alleged Sept. 2 sexual assault on a 15-year-old Saratoga girl who later committed suicide.
Vacaville police are searching for a man who robbed and raped a woman in her home Saturday night.
The family of a girl who committed suicide after she was sexually assaulted and a photo of the act was shared in text messages say they are outraged by what they see as a refusal to take responsibility by the three boys arrested in the attack.
Authorities say the three boys arrested on suspicion of sexually abusing a 15-year-old Saratoga High student who later took her own life were initially cited on misdemeanor allegations in the case.
Family members of a 15-year-old Saratoga girl who killed herself after photos of a sexual assault surfaced online said on Friday they suspect the attackers tried to destroy evidence.
Three teenage boys were arrested at school Thursday in connection with the alleged sexual assault in Saratoga last fall of a 15-year-old girl who later committed suicide, a sheriff's spokesman said.
A student at Saint Mary's College in Moraga was sexually assaulted in her dorm room over the weekend, according to the school.
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a sexual assault on a woman in Sacramento County, according to authorities.
The Alameda County District Attorney's Office announced Wednesday that it has received a $1.5 million grant to reduce its backlog of unanalyzed rape kits.
A former Aragon High School water polo coach convicted of sexually abusing a student collapsed to the floor of a San Mateo County courtroom Wednesday morning when he was sentenced to two years in state prison for his crimes, the district attorney said.
A California Highway Patrol assistant chief has been charged with felony accessory and conspiracy in connection with helping his son—a convicted rapist—flee the country to Mexico.
Police in Benicia have arrested a 34-year-old man for allegedly having sex with his stepdaughter, police said Sunday.
An Army official said this week there was not enough evidence to proceed with a rape prosecution against the man who killed two Santa Cruz police officers, fueling the debate over how the military investigates sex crimes.
A man who hired a female masseuse from an online advertisement is wanted in connection with the robbery and sexual assault of the woman at knifepoint Saturday inside a Palo Alto hotel, police said.
Police in Oakland announced Friday morning that an arrest has been made in connection with a shooting on the Laney College campus that injured athletic director John Beam.
Ballots cast to approve Prop. 50 outnumbered "no" votes in Fresno, Imperial, Lake, Merced, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Joaquin counties, each of which were carried by Mr. Trump in the last presidential election.
Walmart said Doug McMillon will be replaced on Feb. 1, 2026, by John Furner, head of Walmart's U.S. operations.
A Pacific storm could help California crews battle the dangerous Pack Fire in Mono County, but it could also wreak havoc on fire-charred communities further south.
When Seafood City opened its newest location in Daly City, the company had something radical in mind.
Police in Oakland announced Friday morning that an arrest has been made in connection with a shooting on the Laney College campus that injured athletic director John Beam.
Ballots cast to approve Prop. 50 outnumbered "no" votes in Fresno, Imperial, Lake, Merced, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Joaquin counties, each of which were carried by Mr. Trump in the last presidential election.
Walmart said Doug McMillon will be replaced on Feb. 1, 2026, by John Furner, head of Walmart's U.S. operations.
A Pacific storm could help California crews battle the dangerous Pack Fire in Mono County, but it could also wreak havoc on fire-charred communities further south.
When Seafood City opened its newest location in Daly City, the company had something radical in mind.
When Seafood City opened its newest location in Daly City, the company had something radical in mind.
More than 300 people have been arrested by San Francisco police over the span of two weeks in a crackdown on illegal drug activity, police announced Thursday.
An 80-year-old Colorado man was convicted in the 1978 cold case murder in San Francisco of a 15-year-old girl visiting the city from New York, authorities announced Thursday.
The former billion-dollar property was put up for auction, and the two lenders ended up with the building at a cost of only $133 million.
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday selected Gilroy Interim Police Chief Ken Binder as sheriff following the dismissal of former Sheriff Christina Corpus.
Police in Oakland announced Friday morning that an arrest has been made in connection with a shooting on the Laney College campus that injured athletic director John Beam.
A shooting at Oakland's Laney College injured the school's athletic director and former head football coach, John Beam, profiled in the Netflix docuseries "Last Chance U."
BART officials said service on the Green Line could be impacted due to police activity at the agency's Hayward maintenance yard Thursday morning.
Kerry Rich and Mizpah Brown-Rich are walking alongside families living with autism. The husband and wife remember how heart-wrenching it was when their son, Joshua, was diagnosed years ago at age 2.
A shooting at Oakland's Skyline High School injured a juvenile on Wednesday, authorities said.
California has emerged as a leader in the field of sustainable agriculture with its focus on creating and maintaining healthy soils, and one small Bay Area farm is reaping the benefits.
Authorities on California's Central Coast arrested a Sacramento-area man after he allegedly threatened to shoot runners during a half marathon that took place over the weekend.
For San Francisco 49ers fans, tailgating isn't just a pregame ritual. It's a way of life.
Police in San Jose announced five additional arrests in connection with a smash-and-grab robbery at a jewelry store that left the elderly owner of the business injured, bringing the total number of arrests to 13.
Autonomous robotaxi company Waymo announced it has expanded to San Jose and is offering curbside service to San Jose Mineta International Airport, the first airport in California to feature the driverless rides.
A minor earthquake shook Vallejo and the surrounding communities on Thursday afternoon, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.
A hiker who suffered an injury along a steep section of coastline in Sonoma County over the weekend had to be evacuated by helicopter in a rescue recorded on a flight officer's body-worn camera, which also captured a bit of levity during the tense operation.
Around 11:40 a.m., the driver of a Tesla and a cyclist got into an altercation, and at some point, during the confrontation, a knife was taken out.
University of Washington Huskies women's soccer player Mia Hamant has died months after being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, the school announced.
A Novaoto woman put up a little free library in March, calling it the Blacklisted Bookshelf. But then the government shutdown happened, so she changed course to help people who might be struggling.
Police in Oakland announced Friday morning that an arrest has been made in connection with a shooting on the Laney College campus that injured athletic director John Beam.
Quarterback Brock Purdy returns to the starting lineup for the San Francisco 49ers this week after missing six games with a toe injury.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 28 points and 11 assists in three quarters as the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Golden State Warriors 126-102.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is set for an aggressive practice on Wednesday.
Collin Graf scored 2:41 into overtime and the surging San Jose Sharks came back to beat the Minnesota Wild 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Police in Oakland announced Friday morning that an arrest has been made in connection with a shooting on the Laney College campus that injured athletic director John Beam.
More than 300 people have been arrested by San Francisco police over the span of two weeks in a crackdown on illegal drug activity, police announced Thursday.
A shooting at Oakland's Laney College injured the school's athletic director and former head football coach, John Beam, profiled in the Netflix docuseries "Last Chance U."
An 80-year-old Colorado man was convicted in the 1978 cold case murder in San Francisco of a 15-year-old girl visiting the city from New York, authorities announced Thursday.
Authorities on California's Central Coast arrested a Sacramento-area man after he allegedly threatened to shoot runners during a half marathon that took place over the weekend.
State-sponsored cybercriminals used Anthropic's tech to target tech companies, financial institutions and other organizations, AI company alleges.
Autonomous robotaxi company Waymo announced it has expanded to San Jose and is offering curbside service to San Jose Mineta International Airport, the first airport in California to feature the driverless rides.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Google said the fake messages are part of a massive criminal network called "Lighthouse" that has stolen information through phishing and smishing scams.
The parents of Zane Shamblin, a 23-year-old from Texas who died by suicide this summer, are pointing the finger at ChatGPT and are now suing its maker, San Francisco-based OpenAI.
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.
Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte has referred California Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell to the Justice Department, sources told CBS News.
The Justice Department has joined a lawsuit seeking to block new congressional district boundaries approved by California voters.
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.
Federal employees who have gone without pay during the 43-day government shutdown could begin getting paychecks as soon as this Sunday.
Dana Williamson, an ex-aide to California Gov. Gavin Newsom, was indicted on federal charges alleging she was involved in a scheme to steal campaign money from former federal Health Secretary Xavier Becerra.
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.
Expect unsettled weather heading into the weekend, with showers possible into early next week. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
After one week on the job, recently appointed San Francisco supervisor Isabella "Beya" Alcaraz resigned late Thursday amid reports involving the pet store she once owned.
When Seafood City opened its newest location in Daly City, the company had something radical in mind.
Lauren Toms reports.
California has emerged as a leader in the field of sustainable agriculture with its focus on creating and maintaining healthy soils, and one small Bay Area farm is reaping the benefits.
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.