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A Stanford neurosurgeon who'd recently completed his residency and become a first time father died of lung cancer Monday at the age of 37, according to a statement issued by the journal Stanford Medicine.
Researchers at Stanford University have launched a new app that lets iPhone users measure the health of their hearts and could help scientists study ways to prevent and treat heart disease.
This is the dilemma when you don't win enough in January and February: You're left in March scoreboard watching, hoping other teams lose. That's where the Stanford men's basketball team finds itself today as it prepares for its final two regular-season games.
U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Mark Lippert was slashed by a man in a violent attack during in Downtown Seoul.
A team of researchers at Stanford University have developed material for a window screen that could help people in cities with high amounts of air pollution breathe easier.
In his final season with the Cardinal, Randle is the utensil which stirs the pot for Stanford, which headed into play this week with an overall mark of 18-10 (lost to Oregon on March 1 73-70) and 9-7 in league play.
Stanford Professor Noah Diffenbaugh says "there are a number of measures that suggest that the drought we're in now is the worst on record."
Every three minutes in the U.S. someone visits an emergency room with a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction to food, but now top researchers are exploring a promising experimental treatment.
Stanford led the entire game and was up by 15 with nine minutes left to play before Cal made a late push.
Will it take United States military ground intervention to defeat ISIS or the Islamic State or does that play into the plans of these radicals? We talked to an Iranian studies expert specializing in international relations.
Love will be measured all kinds of silly ways this Valentine's Day, maybe the number of roses or maybe the cost of dinner. But it turns out there really is a way to measure love, you can even see it.
President Obama stressed at a Stanford cybersecurity conference that the government and the private sector have to work together to combat cyber threats. He signed an executive order that encourages information sharing on the matter. (Complete Text And Word Cloud Infographic Of His Speech)
Apple CEO Tim Cook announced during a White House summit on cybersecurity at Stanford Friday that Apple Pay is partnering with the federal government for some financial transactions.
President Barack Obama will be in the Bay Area from Thursday evening through Saturday for a cybersecurity summit and fundraiser. Commuters and visitors to San Francisco and the Peninsula should expect traffic disruptions, including the suspension of Cable Car service.
It's okay to take a nap. According to a new study by the Stanford Center for Sleep Sciences and Medicine, the 30 minute restorative nap can work wonders, but our industrious culture may keeping us from the sleep of our dreams.
Amid the measles outbreak, vaccines are a hot topic and this week KCBS Indepth talks with Dr. Mark Davis, who is the director of Stanford's Institute for Immunity, Transplantation and Infection, who says researchers are trying to better understand vaccines and create new ones.
The Democratic National Committee is hosting a $10,000 a plate fundraising dinner with President Barack Obama at a San Francisco home next week.
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation plans to give Stanford University $50 million over the next 10 years to help develop vaccines.
Bernal Heights, once home to artists and blue-collar workers is now "the hottest zip code in town." David Talbot says that's a bad thing and blames the techies who moved in.
A new documentary airing at the Sundance Film Festival chronicles how a public bus in Silicon Valley has turned into an unofficial shelter for the homeless.
With more companies looking at allowing their employees to work from home, a team of researchers from Stanford found home-based workers are more productive, but also found telecommuting is not for everyone.
Researchers at Stanford University strapped cameras on squid off the coast of Mexico and found the sea creatures likely use visual patterns to communicate and to camouflage themselves, according to a study released this week.
A new app developed by a Stanford professor is giving smartphones the power to help fight Alzheimer's disease and cancer.
A Bay Area baby is alive and expected to live a normal life after doctors initially gave him little chance to survive and even told his mother it would be better to have an abortion.
They clashed at both the college and the pro levels but now that Jim Harbaugh has left the 49ers and the NFC West, it appears he will not be missed by Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
One person was injured, the fire department said.
Some scattered rainfall will continue into Tuesday, along with the possibility of thunderstorms.
The San Francisco 49ers travel to Florida to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for NFL Week 6, and there are several ways to watch and stream the football game scheduled at 4:25 p.m. ET / 1:25 p.m. PT.
Leo Carlsson scored 46 seconds into overtime and the Anaheim Ducks overcame a two-goal, third-period deficit to for a 7-6 win over the San Jose Sharks.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
One person was injured, the fire department said.
Some scattered rainfall will continue into Tuesday, along with the possibility of thunderstorms.
Leo Carlsson scored 46 seconds into overtime and the Anaheim Ducks overcame a two-goal, third-period deficit to for a 7-6 win over the San Jose Sharks.
Even without the roar of the Blue Angels overhead, San Francisco's Fleet Week still managed to draw plenty of visitors to the waterfront on Saturday.
One person was injured, the fire department said.
Some scattered rainfall will continue into Tuesday, along with the possibility of thunderstorms.
Even without the roar of the Blue Angels overhead, San Francisco's Fleet Week still managed to draw plenty of visitors to the waterfront on Saturday.
The shutdown of the federal government is having an impact on Fleet Week in San Francisco, as many of the familiar sights are missing this year. But it's also affecting other lesser-known attractions, including an artistic exhibit honoring Black History at Fort Point.
From one thousand feet above the San Francisco Bay, the city unfolds like a postcard, stretching from the Golden Gate Bridge to the downtown skyline; it's a view unlike any other.
Some scattered rainfall will continue into Tuesday, along with the possibility of thunderstorms.
Quietly anchored off Alameda, the USS Hornet sits like a sleeping giant in the Bay. Its steel decks are steeped in history and open for all to explore year-round.
Two people died and two California Highway Patrol officers were injured when a pair of crashes ended a pursuit in San Leandro early Saturday morning, authorities said.
Berkeley police said the suspects mainly targeted women for the home invasions.
More than 200 pounds of cannabis was seized and a driver was arrested following a traffic stop on Interstate 80 in Berkeley during the Monday evening commute, authorities said.
Some scattered rainfall will continue into Tuesday, along with the possibility of thunderstorms.
For the family that runs Kim Hung Jewelry in San Jose, Sep. 5 is a day they'll never forget. What was once a thriving shop now sits boarded up, a reminder of the smash-and-grab robbery that changed everything.
A body believed to be that of a San Jose man missing since June was found in the Saratoga Hills on Thursday, and three men were arrested on suspicion of murder.
The Vegas Golden Knights have rallied for a 4-3 overtime victory against the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night.
Shaunn Cartwright is a part of the rapid encampment support team in San Jose. Whenever there are sweeps in the city, she goes there to monitor the process and help those who are being displaced.
Opponents spoke out against a plan to share the field in Marin City, in return for a donation to help restore it. Families say they're giving away the only field they have in their neighborhood, while the city says it needs the money.
A bill seeking to speed up the long-awaited project to widen Highway 37 in the North Bay has been signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom, supporters announced.
Residents of a Santa Rosa neighborhood that was affected by the Tubbs Fire have been rebuilding since the blaze, but some residents haven't been able to rebuild, with experts citing insurance as a reason.
A man who was found fatally shot on a Santa Rosa street last week has been identified as the general manager of San Francisco's famed Condor Club, the nation's first topless bar.
Students at Santa Rosa middle school and high school are on the same campus after six schools were shuttered this year to shave $25 million off the budget, according to district officials.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
The San Francisco 49ers travel to Florida to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for NFL Week 6, and there are several ways to watch and stream the football game scheduled at 4:25 p.m. ET / 1:25 p.m. PT.
Leo Carlsson scored 46 seconds into overtime and the Anaheim Ducks overcame a two-goal, third-period deficit to for a 7-6 win over the San Jose Sharks.
Chris Johnson Jr. ran for an 87-yard touchdown and took a short pass 42 yards for a score after a nifty escape from quarterback Kevin Jennings as SMU beat Stanford 34-10.
The NBA season hasn't tipped off yet, but love is already heating up the hardwood at the Chase Center.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
Two people died and two California Highway Patrol officers were injured when a pair of crashes ended a pursuit in San Leandro early Saturday morning, authorities said.
Berkeley police said the suspects mainly targeted women for the home invasions.
For the family that runs Kim Hung Jewelry in San Jose, Sep. 5 is a day they'll never forget. What was once a thriving shop now sits boarded up, a reminder of the smash-and-grab robbery that changed everything.
Three people have been arrested following a series of burglaries targeting residential construction sites across the city of San Francisco, police said.
A form of harmful air pollution that often can't be plainly observed is now being tracked with a groundbreaking new tool developed by scientists that allows residents to see where it's coming from.
Traffic safety regulators cite reports of Tesla vehicles with self-driving tech driving through red traffic signals and making dangerous lane changes.
Three scientists, including a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, have won the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their discoveries leading to a new form of molecular architecture.
Legislation is set to take effect next summer that will change the status quo and enable officers to issue a "notice of autonomous vehicle noncompliance" to the AV operator for a robotaxi that breaks a traffic law.
The developer of the ICEBlock app said the software has been removed from Apple's App Store due to "objectionable content."
Officials in Monterey County are urging pet owners to ensure their animals are up to date on rabies vaccinations, after a bat in an unincorporated area tested positive for the virus.
An invasive species of mosquito that can carry diseases has been found in Santa Cruz County, authorities announced Monday.
Nobel Prize committee chair says discoveries by the trio of researchers were "decisive for our understanding of how the immune system functions."
Officials in Contra Costa County urged residents of an Antioch neighborhood to check for standing water following this week's rain, as more invasive mosquitoes are being found.
PCOS affects about 1 in 10 women of reproductive age, according to the U.S. Office on Women's Health. It's a leading and often underdiagnosed cause of infertility.
Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, a spokesperson said.
Gov. Gavin Newsom is signing a bill that would allow for more homes to be built near transit stations, in an effort to address California's high housing costs.
President Trump said Friday he will impose an additional 100% tariff on imports from China starting next month — marking a significant escalation in the U.S.-China trade war.
President Trump is vowing to retaliate if China enforces stricter curbs on exports of materials used in electronics, defense weapons and high-tech products.
A bill seeking to speed up the long-awaited project to widen Highway 37 in the North Bay has been signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom, supporters announced.
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.
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Organizers of this year's San Francisco Latino Film Festival believe the platform is more vital than ever.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have been beefing for years, with the two rappers releasing several diss tracks about one another.
Dolly Parton's spokesperson told CBS News that she was filming the video to address fans' concerns.
Disney is hiking single-day ticket prices at two of it most popular parks for certain holiday periods.
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.
with Zoe Mintz.
The Diwali Festival at the Alameda County Fairgrounds is underway.
Here's a look at the weather forecast.
Typically Saturday is the most busy day for Fleet Week, but this year was scaled down due to the federal government shutdown. Da Lin reports.
Quietly anchored off Alameda, the USS Hornet sits like a sleeping giant in the Bay. Its steel decks are steeped in history and open for all to explore year-round.
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.