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Fire crews knock down brush fire in Antioch after street evacuated
Contra Costa Fire officials were able to knock down a grass fire that started late Thursday evening after the fire forced evacuations for residents on Lotus St., authorities said.
Watch: San Francisco Fourth of July fireworks show peeks through the fog
Despite the record temperatures that Bay Area residents have been sweltering in all week, the heat was not enough to keep Karl the Fog from making his nearly annual July 4th visit to at least partially obscure San Francisco's fireworks show.
Fast-moving French Fire in Mariposa County triggers mandatory evacuations
Authorities in Mariposa County have issued mandatory evacuation orders on a number of streets and a shelter-in-place order at a hospital after a wildfire broke out early Thursday evening.
Giants ride Chapman's big hits to 4-2 win over Braves
The San Francisco Giants beat Charlie Morton and the Atlanta Braves 4-2.
Teen shot in Hayward in late June dies
One of two teens injured in a shooting last week in Hayward has died, police said Thursday.
SF Bay Area roasts as extremely high temps extend past July 4 holiday
A heat wave that's expected to sizzle the Bay Area well into next week brought more high temperature records on Thursday.
Spectators gather in San Francisco to watch Pier 39 fireworks show
Crowds starting to gather at San Francisco's waterfront early Thursday evening to stake out space to watch the city's big fireworks show over the bay.
Bay Area beaches become magnet for overheated inland dwellers
As much of the Bay Area continues to sweat through the ongoing excessive heat warning and heat advisory, many flocked to the coast for relief.
Power outages affect PG&E customers in Pescadero, San Jose
Heat-related issues could be behind an outage affecting about 1,700 customers late Thursday afternoon near Pescadero in San Mateo County, according to PG&E.
Remembering the "Say Hey Kid" Willie Mays
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Giants rally to top Cubs 5-4 in Willie Mays tribute game, snapping skid
Wilmer Flores drew a bases loaded walk in the bottom of the ninth, capping a wild comeback as the San Francisco Giants snapped a five-game skid with a 5-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs.
Game at Rickwood Field honors Willie Mays and Negro Leagues
Ryan Yamamoto reports from historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham Ala. where a scheduled game between the Giants and Cardinals to honor Negro League stars became a tribute to Willie Mays. (6-20-24)
Cards edge Giants at Rickwood Field in game honoring Willie Mays
The Cardinals defeated the Giants 6-5 in the Negro Leagues tribute game at Rickwood Field on Thursday night.
Giants fan recalls the day Willie Mays autographed his baseball
On Thursday at Oracle Park, longtime Giants fan John Frankel remembered the first time he watched Willie Mays take batting practice at Candlestick Park -- and what came next. Vern Glenn reports. (6-20-24)
Willie Mays, one of baseball's all-time greats, dies at age 93
Mays was a 24-time All-Star and his iconic over-the-shoulder catch is still considered one of the greatest in the history of the game.
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EXCLUSIVE: Leaked email reveals Newsom's office declined to negotiate with DAs over 2024 Prop. 47 ballot measure
Emails obtained by CBS News California Investigates reveal the Governor's Chief of Staff did not want to negotiate with the initiative coalition unless they agreed to postpone their ballot measure until 2026.
Investigating California's Mental Health Diversion Courts
Amid concerns that some felony defendants could be misusing California's Mental Health Diversion Court to have their violent crimes dismissed, a CBS News California investigation found that there is no reliable data to indicate how successful the state program is.
Lawmakers demanding answers about Caltrans denied damage claims
In response to a CBS News California Investigation, California lawmakers are demanding answers from Caltrans and considering legislation to fix Caltrans' damage claim process.
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Halted cloud-brightening test part of geoengineering push amid climate change
Climate experiments, such as using sea salt particles to test potential cloud brightening, will continue to be funded as more communities urgently seek solutions for a heating planet.
Researchers create 3D map of Alcatraz to monitor erosion, track effects of climate change
Rising sea levels are threatening iconic Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, and now a groundbreaking endeavor is helping scientists develop strategies to protect it.
Rising temps, CO2 levels raise significant climate change concerns
A series of new studies on climate change is making clear what scientists and researchers have long been warning about the state of our planet.
Pacifica students tackle climate change lesson with community garden
Bay Area high school students are taking leadership roles in addressing climate change and cultivating a better future, thanks to a one-of-a-kind program in California.
Bay Area researchers test how human hair can improve soil
Researchers at UC Berkeley and ecologists at the Presidio in San Francisco are digging into the question: can human hair supercharge the soil on our farms and fields and help us fight the impacts of climate change?
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Giants ride Chapman's big hits to 4-2 win over Braves
The San Francisco Giants beat Charlie Morton and the Atlanta Braves 4-2.
Butler homers, Sears pitches A's to series sweep of Angels with 5-0 win
Lawrence Butler homered, JP Sears won for the first time in more than a month, and the Oakland Athletics blanked the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday for a second straight game by the same 5-0 score to complete three-game series sweep.
Report: Warriors land Buddy Hield to fill void left by loss of Klay Thompson
The Golden State Warriors are making up for the loss of Klay Thompson by signing Buddy Hield in a sign-and-trade deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, according to published reports.
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest crowns new champion
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo has set a new record and retained the women's division title.
Joey Estes goes the distance and Athletics beat Angels 5-0
Joey Estes pitched Oakland's first individual shutout in more than three years and the Athletics beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-0.
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Oakland Mayor Thao dismisses claims about partner's role in administration
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao on Wednesday dismissed the claims of her partner's role in her administration as "rumors and innuendo" when CBS News Bay Area interviewed her for the first time since the FBI raid on her home June 20.
Sunol Glen school board recall targets trailing in polls
Two members of the three-member Sunol Glen Unified School District appear to be losing narrow recall votes against them based on early tallies posted on the Alameda County Registrar of Voters website.
Jan. 6 victims frustrated over Supreme Court ruling on Trump immunity
Many of the victims and the families of those who were attacked in the Jan. 6, 2021, siege of the Capitol are sharing their frustration and anger with the Supreme Court.
Oakland City Council passes budget using one-time funds from Oakland Coliseum sale
The Oakland City Council voted to approve a budget Tuesday that, while avoiding layoffs, also didn't solve the city's on-going fiscal morass.
Trump sentencing delayed as judge weighs Supreme Court immunity ruling
Justice Juan Merchan set a new sentencing date of Sept. 18, "if such is still necessary."
First Alert Weather
SF Bay Area roasts as extremely high temps extend past July 4 holiday
A heat wave that's expected to sizzle the Bay Area well into next week brought more high temperature records on Thursday.
Bay Area beaches become magnet for overheated inland dwellers
As much of the Bay Area continues to sweat through the ongoing excessive heat warning and heat advisory, many flocked to the coast for relief.
First Alert Weather Thursday night forecast 7-4-24
Meteorologist Darren Peck has the holiday heat numbers and the forecast for the rest of the week.
Thursday afternoon First Alert Weather forecast 7/4/24
Zoe Mintz talks about where the current heat wave is impacting Bay Area temperatures the most on the July 4th holiday. 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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Widespread illegal fireworks shows spark blazes around the bay
All around the Bay Area Thursday night, crews chased down numerous fires caused by countless illegal fireworks shows. Andrea Nakano and Sara Donchey report. (7-4-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv
South Lake Tahoe hosts drone show for Fourth of July celebration
South Lake Tahoe turned to drones to celebrate this Independence Day.
Full video of the San Francisco Fourth of July fireworks show
Incoming fog streaming through the Golden Gate Thursday night didn't obscure the fireworks show from KPIX cameras. (7-4-24)
PIX Now Evening Edition 7-4-24
CBS News Bay Area evening edition headlines for Thursday July 4, 2024. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
Cloud-brightening experiment halted on San Francisco Bay
Climate experiments, such as using sea salt particles to test potential cloud brightening, will continue to be funded. Anne Makovec and Molly McCrea report. (7-4-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv
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Stanford doctor discusses proposed social media warning labels
Dr. Elias Aboujaoude from the Department of Psychiatry at Stanford Health Care discusses the call by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy to Congress to mandate warning labels, similar to those now used on cigarette packs, to be posted on social media platforms. Murthy said these social media platforms are contributing to a mental health crisis among children
Brain imaging reveals distinct types of depression in study led by Stanford Medicine
New brain imaging technology could soon revolutionize the way we treat anxiety and depression, giving doctors the tools to identify the best treatments for each patient's unique needs. CBS News Bay Area anchor Gianna Franco asks one of the authors of a new study, Dr. Leanne Williams with Stanford Health Care, how this new technology could upend the one-size-fits-all approach in treating depression
Stanford doctor discusses regulation of PFAS in drinking water
PFAS, more commonly known as 'forever chemicals,' are found nearly everywhere, like in water, air and soil. The EPA recently announced federal regulations on those chemicals in drinking water. Dr. Lisa Patel with Stanford Health Care explains what PFAS are, the potential health impacts from exposure to PFAS, and how these regulations could help
Sleep & mental health: How staying up late could be linked to behavioral disorders
A study published in Psychiatry Research shows that night owls may face higher rates of depression and anxiety. Dr. Jamie Zeitzer, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford, explains how going to bed late could impact our mental health
UC Law SF professor discusses Trump verdict
The Trump conviction will have major implications for the former president and the country, says UC Law San Francisco professor Rory Little. (5-30-24)
Nightmares and chronic illness: Researchers look at potential link
A new study published in the journal eClinicalMedicine looks at how the frequency and intensity of nightmares and 'daymares' could be linked to lupus or other autoimmune diseases. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Dr. Rafael Pelayo from Stanford's Sleep Disorders Clinic about how certain chronic conditions could trigger more vivid and frequent nightmares
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Watch: San Francisco Fourth of July fireworks show peeks through the fog
Despite the record temperatures that Bay Area residents have been sweltering in all week, the heat was not enough to keep Karl the Fog from making his nearly annual July 4th visit to at least partially obscure San Francisco's fireworks show.
Spectators gather in San Francisco to watch Pier 39 fireworks show
Crowds starting to gather at San Francisco's waterfront early Thursday evening to stake out space to watch the city's big fireworks show over the bay.
Bay Area beaches become magnet for overheated inland dwellers
As much of the Bay Area continues to sweat through the ongoing excessive heat warning and heat advisory, many flocked to the coast for relief.
Man allegedly stabs SamTrans bus passenger, tries to steal vehicle in San Bruno
Police in San Bruno arrested a man Wednesday for allegedly stabbing a passenger on a San Mateo County Transit District bus and attempting to steal the vehicle.
Summer heat brings business boom to San Francisco's Mission District
Summer is in full swing, and businesses and residents are taking full advantage of the warm weather.
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Fire crews knock down brush fire in Antioch after street evacuated
Contra Costa Fire officials were able to knock down a grass fire that started late Thursday evening after the fire forced evacuations for residents on Lotus St., authorities said.
Teen shot in Hayward in late June dies
One of two teens injured in a shooting last week in Hayward has died, police said Thursday.
Butler homers, Sears pitches A's to series sweep of Angels with 5-0 win
Lawrence Butler homered, JP Sears won for the first time in more than a month, and the Oakland Athletics blanked the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday for a second straight game by the same 5-0 score to complete three-game series sweep.
Double shooting in Antioch leaves man dead, woman critically hurt
A shooting in Antioch late Wednesday left a man dead and a woman critically injured, police said Thursday.
Oakland home invasion robbers posing as police officers
Oakland police warned the public on Wednesday against robbers posing as police officers before entering residences.
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Power outages affect PG&E customers in Pescadero, San Jose
Heat-related issues could be behind an outage affecting about 1,700 customers late Thursday afternoon near Pescadero in San Mateo County, according to PG&E.
Power pole fire closes Hwy 9 north of Boulder Creek, causing outage in area
A collision set a power pole on fire on state Highway 9 in Santa Cruz County Thursday afternoon, causing the highway to be shut down north of Boulder Creek.
Homeless person living in San Jose dies due to intense heat wave, mayor says
A homeless person living in San Jose died Tuesday due to intense heat that is currently hitting the region, said San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan.
Summer heat brings business boom to San Francisco's Mission District
Summer is in full swing, and businesses and residents are taking full advantage of the warm weather.
Woman sentenced in Silicon Valley property scam that allowed her to live rent-free
A woman who lived in pricey Silicon Valley properties rent-free for years by repeatedly scamming landlords and refusing to pay rent was sentenced to 28 months in jail, prosecutors said Wednesday.
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Man presumed drowned in Russian River; crews search area in Monte Rio
Sonoma County crews were searching Thursday morning for a man presumed to have drowned in the Russian River Wednesday just south of Monte Rio.
Healdsburg, St. Helena cancel July 4th fireworks over wildfire risk
For many, fireworks are a quintessential part of the Fourth of July experience, but for the cities of St. Helena and Healdsburg, community safety and wildfire risk take priority over colorful explosions in the sky.
Containment of Toll Fire in Napa County grows overnight
Cal Fire said Wednesday morning that the Toll Fire, burning north of Calistoga off of Old Lawley Toll Road, was 20% contained.
Crews working to contain Toll Fire in Napa County; evacuation warnings remain
Cal Fire crews responded to a wind-driven fire in Napa County on Tuesday that was near the community of Calistoga.
Marin County residents on high alert as red flag warning issued
A red flag warning in Marin County has residents in the region on high alert.
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Antioch marina a popular spot to beat the heat
East Contra Costa County definitely felt the heat Wednesday as temperatures soared into the 100s.
Copa America brings Brazilian and Colombian fans together at Levi's Stadium
Outside Levi's Stadium, the spirit of Copa America was alive and well.
San Francisco Pride holds Pink Saturday Block Party for weekend celebrations
It's the final weekend of Pride Month and ahead of Sunday's Pride Parade people were out in the streets celebrating.
East Bay engineer dedicates himself to cleaning up the Bay Area
During a time when there is a lot of uncertainty about the future of Oakland, one local engineer has been trying to spread some civic pride in his hometown and across the rest of the Bay Area.
SF couple to renew their vows 20 years after city's first same-sex marriages
Twenty years after same-sex marriage was legalized in San Francisco, one of the first couples to legally marry will renew their vows Friday night.
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Fire crews knock down brush fire in Antioch after street evacuated
Contra Costa Fire officials were able to knock down a grass fire that started late Thursday evening after the fire forced evacuations for residents on Lotus St., authorities said.
Watch: San Francisco Fourth of July fireworks show peeks through the fog
Despite the record temperatures that Bay Area residents have been sweltering in all week, the heat was not enough to keep Karl the Fog from making his nearly annual July 4th visit to at least partially obscure San Francisco's fireworks show.
Fast-moving French Fire in Mariposa County triggers mandatory evacuations
Authorities in Mariposa County have issued mandatory evacuation orders on a number of streets and a shelter-in-place order at a hospital after a wildfire broke out early Thursday evening.
Teen shot in Hayward in late June dies
One of two teens injured in a shooting last week in Hayward has died, police said Thursday.
SF Bay Area roasts as extremely high temps extend past July 4 holiday
A heat wave that's expected to sizzle the Bay Area well into next week brought more high temperature records on Thursday.
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Hatch recalls 1 million AC adapters because of shock hazard
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
FDA bans ingredient found in some citrus-flavored sodas
Brominated vegetable oil will no longer be allowed in food and beverages in the U.S., 50 years after chemical banned in U.K.
FDA approves new Alzheimer's treatment from Eli Lilly
FDA approval of the new Alzheimer's treatment, which will be branded as Kisunla, follows years of setbacks.
White House proposes rule to protect workers from extreme heat
Measure would protect an estimated 36 million and represent first major federal safety standard of its kind.
COVID trend reaches "high" levels across western U.S.
The CDC says it is too early to say if this year's summer COVID-19 surge has arrived.
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Teen shot in Hayward in late June dies
One of two teens injured in a shooting last week in Hayward has died, police said Thursday.
Double shooting in Antioch leaves man dead, woman critically hurt
A shooting in Antioch late Wednesday left a man dead and a woman critically injured, police said Thursday.
Oakland home invasion robbers posing as police officers
Oakland police warned the public on Wednesday against robbers posing as police officers before entering residences.
Man allegedly stabs SamTrans bus passenger, tries to steal vehicle in San Bruno
Police in San Bruno arrested a man Wednesday for allegedly stabbing a passenger on a San Mateo County Transit District bus and attempting to steal the vehicle.
Berkeley police investigating shooting that left 1 dead; no suspect arrested
Berkeley police said a shooting Wednesday evening left one person dead.
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Oakland Unified copes with shocking rise in district's homeless student population
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.
VR 360 View: Meteorologist Jessica Burch takes flight with the Blue Angels
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.
VR 360 View: Devastating wildfire compels family to adopt a new lifestyle among the Redwoods
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.
Study: Colorectal cancer patients could skip harsh radiation therapy
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.
VR 360 View: The high-stakes world of San Francisco's bar pilots
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
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Advocates urge mpox vaccines with cases on the rise
Public health officials came armed with a serious message for Pride Month: Get vaccinated against mpox.
Pride Parade draws thousands to downtown San Francisco
Thousands of people gathered on Sunday in downtown San Francisco to celebrate the annual Pride Parade supporting the LGBTQ community.
Watch: SF Pride Parade special, "Hope Love Pride — A Celebration"
The colorful festivities of the 2024 San Francisco Pride Parade were featured as part of the CBS SF special "Hope Love Pride -- A Celebration" being streamed and broadcast Sunday morning.
Pride celebrations fill San Francisco Civic Center Plaza
San Francisco's Civic Center Plaza became a colorful, upbeat festival hub Saturday on the final weekend of Pride Month in the city
After shaky debate, Biden goes on campaign trail
Amid calls to bow out, a defiant President Biden is digging in, holding campaign events and fundraisers this weekend in New York and New Jersey. Taurean Small reports.
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Photos: Chicano Batman brings Latin dance party to Stern Grove
Genre-smashing Los Angeles "psychedelic soul" band Chicano Batman delivered an electrifying set of Latin grooves to a packed Stern Grove Sunday afternoon.
Remembering San Francisco Giants legend Willie Mays
San Francisco Giants legend and Hall of Famer Willie Mays died on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at the age of 93.
Photos: Hangtown MX media day 2024
A day before the big event, Hangtown MX held media day with riders doing test runs on the track in Rancho Cordova.
Aurora borealis seen from Marin County
The northern lights were visible in the Bay Area thanks to a powerful geomagnetic storm.
Photos: Funk-metal super group Infectious Grooves headlines rare Bay Area show
Long-dormant Suicidal Tendencies side project Infectious Grooves featuring current Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo played a ferocious set for fans at the UC Theatre in Berkeley Saturday.
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Faith-based nonprofit helps young people build self-confidence
A woman who experienced bullying as a middle school student has spent the last 22 years giving young people a safe place to belong and grow.
Santa Rosa filmmaker shares inside look at life with epilepsy
More than three million people in the US live with epilepsy, according to the CDC. One Santa Rosa filmmaker is working to make sure they are seen and heard.
San Pablo nonprofit that helps low-income pet owners in need of new home
A San Pablo no-kill shelter that's considered a last resort for animals is scrambling to find an affordable new home quickly.
Former student-athlete leads Olympic Club Foundation in providing access to youth sports
A San Francisco man has helped his nonprofit take fundraising to the next level so that more underserved children can build life skills while playing sports.
Marin County woman helps young adults who age out of foster care by decorating homes
Being in the foster care system can be tough for children, and it often doesn't become easier once they age out. But there are people trying to help them succeed.
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SRA scholar juggles Cal studies with family duties
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.
Students Rising Above scholar recalls growing up with undocumented immigrant parents
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?
Hard-working student shoulders a load working while attending Ivy League college
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.
College student gives back to program that changed his life
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.
San Rafael student sees the world, but remembers his roots
Police departments all over the country are having a hard time finding new officers, but one Bay Area student is criss-crossing the world while preparing for a career in law enforcement here at home.