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The Peregrine falcons hatched last month at UC Berkeley's Campanile Bell Tower now have earth-themed monikers after a naming contest that attracted hundreds of name submissions and nearly 4,000 votes.
Power has been restored on the campus of University of California, Berkeley on Thursday morning after nearly 50 buildings experienced an outage Wednesday, according to the university.
The 12 pro-Palestinian protesters who were forcibly removed from a vacant UC Berkeley building Thursday night were arrested on suspicion of burglary, vandalism and conspiracy, according to a university spokesperson.
Protests at an occupied building near UC Berkeley were winding down Thursday night after a dozen pro-Palestinian protesters were removed and arrested from a building they had taken over for a day.
A group of pro-Palestinian protesters on Wednesday occupied an abandoned building on the UC Berkeley campus in hopes of bringing attention to what they describe as a genocide in Gaza, according to organizers.
Four falcons that recently hatched at UC Berkeley's Campanile bell tower now need names.
Shawn Chitnis reports on the new offshoot protest occupying an off-campus UC Berkeley building that was shuttered after a fire in 2022.
Protesters who set up a pro-Palestinian encampment on the University of California, Berkeley campus ended their protest Tuesday, following an agreement reached by university officials.
UCLA could pay the University of California at Berkeley $10 million a year for three years instead of six as a result of the Bruins' upcoming move to the Big Ten and the demise of the Pac-12.
Thousands of new Cal graduates were happy Saturday's commencement went forward despite the presence of some rather loud protesters.
Thousands of new Cal graduates were happy the commencement ceremony went forward despite the presence of some rather loud protesters. Da Lin reports. (5-11-24)
The UC Board of Regents is expected to accept a recommendation that UCLA pay Cal $10 million a year for six years as a result of the Bruins' upcoming move to the Big Ten and the demise of the Pac-12.
Anyone who wants to check out the chicks of a nesting pair of peregrine falcons on Alcatraz Island can now do so via a new public webcam set up on the island, the National Park Service and Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy announced Thursday.
Violence broke out Wednesday evening at an encampment at Sproul Plaza on the UC Berkeley campus after days of peaceful assembly in response to the Israel-Hamas war, a contrast to arrests and turmoil at other American schools.
Bay Area protests had remained peaceful as administrators took a hands-off approach until a confrontation at UC Berkeley overnight. Amanda Hari reports. (5-2-24)
For a lot of commuters, getting on BART for their commute is a race against the clock. But a group of UC Berkeley students recently made that daily rush an actual race the goal of setting a world record awaiting them at the finish line.
Itay Hod reports on a group of transit-obsessed UC Berkeley students taking on a social media challenge to ride BART to every stop in record time.
On Monday, while police confront protesters at university student actions over Israel's war in Gaza from Texas to New York, a sprawling student encampment at UC Berkeley has remained calm.
More than a hundred demonstrators camped on the Cal campus on Thursday continued their demands for a ceasefire in Gaza and divestment action by the university.
More than a hundred demonstrators camped on the UC Berkeley campus are demanding a ceasefire in Gaza and divestment action by the university. José Martínez reports. (4-25-24)
Police are investigating a reported assault at the University of California, Berkeley on Tuesday night.
Protesters who have formed an encampment at Sproul Plaza on the University of California, Berkeley campus say they will remain until UC cuts all ties with Israeli companies connected to arms suppliers, and the formal recognition of Israel's action in the Gaza Strip as genocide. Shawn Chitnis reports. 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
Students protesting the violence in Gaza have brought the Mideast conflict home with an encampment occupying the steps of Sproul Plaza on the Cal campus in Berkeley, and they say they're not leaving until their demands are met.
John Ramos reports on what UC Berkeley students are demanding of the university with their pro-Gaza protest and encampment.
A long-dormant Suicidal Tendencies side project led by singer Mike Muir and former bassist Robert Trujillo (currently in Metallica), Infectious Grooves brings their goofy funk-metal songs to the UC Theatre Saturday for their first Bay Area show in years.
An eighth suspect has been arrested in connection with a smash-and-grab robbery at a San Jose jewelry store that left the store's elderly owner injured, authorities announced Thursday.
Jonathan Rinderknecht is accused of igniting the Palisades Fire that killed 12 people and destroyed thousands of homes and businesses.
Three men have been arrested as suspects in a shooting at an occupied vehicle at a San Mateo gas station in May, police said Thursday.
Authorities in Monterey County have arrested a suspect after a man was found stabbed at a homeless encampment in Salinas.
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.
An eighth suspect has been arrested in connection with a smash-and-grab robbery at a San Jose jewelry store that left the store's elderly owner injured, authorities announced Thursday.
Jonathan Rinderknecht is accused of igniting the Palisades Fire that killed 12 people and destroyed thousands of homes and businesses.
Three men have been arrested as suspects in a shooting at an occupied vehicle at a San Mateo gas station in May, police said Thursday.
Authorities in Monterey County have arrested a suspect after a man was found stabbed at a homeless encampment in Salinas.
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.
Three men have been arrested as suspects in a shooting at an occupied vehicle at a San Mateo gas station in May, police said Thursday.
For decades, Caltrain has been known for what it takes off the roads. Now, it's being rewarded for what it puts back into the power grid.
Luis Quiroz, founder of San Francisco's Mission Lotería shop local campaign, is seeing funding for the program dry up, and its future is uncertain.
Officers were called around 1:23 p.m. to the 900 block of Monterey Boulevard for a well-being check, police said.
Organizers of San Francisco Fleet Week announced alternate plans Wednesday after confirming that the United States Navy would not be able to participate due to the ongoing government shutdown.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a shootout involving Hayward police officers Wednesday afternoon.
Both Nobel winners said America is in danger of losing knowledge exchange. They say funding cuts to all areas of scientific research, especially at public universities, run the risk of isolating the United States from the scientific community.
Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell is stepping down from his position less than two years after taking the reins of a department under scrutiny and with a recent history of reform attempts.
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.
On Tuesday, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee delivered her first State of the City address amid a host of problems usually only seen in much larger cities.
An eighth suspect has been arrested in connection with a smash-and-grab robbery at a San Jose jewelry store that left the store's elderly owner injured, authorities announced Thursday.
Authorities in Monterey County have arrested a suspect after a man was found stabbed at a homeless encampment in Salinas.
This is the band's fifth year competing in the Fleet Week challenge, and the school's theme this year is "Past World, Future World."
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and child endangerment charges after she allegedly robbed children in a Salinas neighborhood Monday afternoon.
Stanford football has received a $50 million gift from former player Bradford Freeman as the program seeks a turnaround under general manager Andrew Luck.
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.
The California Highway Patrol said that a crash on Monday was affecting traffic on southbound Highway 101 in San Rafael.
Eddy Piñeiro has quickly become a fan favorite with the San Francisco 49ers.
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is still sidelined by a toe injury and missed practice on Wednesday.
Stanford football has received a $50 million gift from former player Bradford Freeman as the program seeks a turnaround under general manager Andrew Luck.
Oakland turned out in full force on Sunday afternoon to celebrate its newest hometown heroes, the Oakland Ballers, after the team won the Pioneer Baseball League Championship.
The Philadelphia Flyers have traded defenseman Ryan Ellis to the San Jose Sharks, ending his stint with the team after four games in four seasons.
An eighth suspect has been arrested in connection with a smash-and-grab robbery at a San Jose jewelry store that left the store's elderly owner injured, authorities announced Thursday.
Three men have been arrested as suspects in a shooting at an occupied vehicle at a San Mateo gas station in May, police said Thursday.
Authorities in Monterey County have arrested a suspect after a man was found stabbed at a homeless encampment in Salinas.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a shootout involving Hayward police officers Wednesday afternoon.
Officers were called around 1:23 p.m. to the 900 block of Monterey Boulevard for a well-being check, police said.
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."
The California Department of Motor Vehicles on Wednesday introduced redesigned driver's licenses and identification cards for the first time in nearly a decade, incorporating additional security features.
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.
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.
Members of the South Lake Tahoe City Council are tied to ongoing investigations. The mayor admitted to embezzling from her church, and the mayor pro tem is facing unrelated misdemeanor charges.
In this ongoing series, CBS News California Investigates correspondent Julie Watts presses candidates in the 2026 California governor's race on top issues including redistricting, immigration and homelessness.
The announcement comes days after President Trump presented a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the war in Gaza.
Organizers of San Francisco Fleet Week announced alternate plans Wednesday after confirming that the United States Navy would not be able to participate due to the ongoing government shutdown.
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.
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.
Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations after federal funding cuts.
Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," was released at midnight Friday. Swift wrote and produced the album with Swedish producers Max Martin and Shellback.
The event, called TailG8, blends the spirit of a traditional tailgate with the energy of a block party. It's free and open to the public.
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 another day of cooler than average conditions on Thursday, with some light showers possible. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Andrea Nakano reports on a welfare check that led officers to the discovery of four bodies inside a home. 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
Lauren Toms reports on Prop 50. 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
Sooji Nam reports on the Ann Sobrato High School marching band preparing for San Francisco Fleet Week. 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 UC scientists who have won Nobel Prizes, but who are worried that federal funding cuts could impact future breakthroughs. 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.