Central Valley tomato farmer strategizes to fight climate change impacts
For farmers like Nick Petkov, it's hard to forget the winter of 2023, which was characterized by the series of drenching atmospheric rivers and dramatic snowfall.
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Project Earth: Highlights from a year of environmental coverage
Anne Makovec narrates a look back at some of the most notable reports in KPIX's environment series, Project Earth. (12-28-23)
Designers challenged to build climate-resilient city models in gingerbread
About 50 landscape, architecture and design offices participated in a unique -- and edible -- exhibition featuring environment-friendly cityscapes. Elizabeth Cook and Molly McCrea report (12-21-23)
Great frigatebirds soar to help Bay Area scientists collect climate data
Majestic frigatebirds are helping earth science researchers in the Bay Area map the atmosphere to better understand climate change.
Project Earth: How melting glaciers lead to increased greenhouse gas emissions
While the United States works to cut its greenhouse gases, melting glaciers are adding to the problem. David Schechter shows us what is deep underneath. (12/6/23)
Climate solutions from the Arctic, the fastest-warming place on Earth
Climate change is an urgent problem in the Arctic. From renewable energy to avalanche protection, here's what we can learn from how people there are protecting their way of life.
Project Earth: How melting glaciers in Arctic contribute to sea level rise
How much will sea levels rise in the United States? To help predict that -- scientists are measuring how fast glaciers are melting in the Arctic. David Schechter reports. (12/5/23)
Project Earth: How the warming Arctic impacts weather worldwide
As part of a series exploring the effects of warming temperatures, David Schechter explains how the warming of the Arctic affects weather everywhere. (12/4/23)
Ancient methane escaping from melting glaciers could warm the planet more
Spiking temperatures in the Arctic are rapidly melting glaciers. Scientists are now worried about underground methane, a potent greenhouse gas, leaking up to the surface.
Warm, wet winter may usher in longer allergy season
Experts are predicting strong El Niño conditions this winter with heavier rains and warmer temperatures. Those factors combined with the rising carbon dioxide levels causing climate change could actually worsen allergies and asthma.
Berkeley kids plant tiny forests in fight to slow climate change
Berkeley students led by their science teacher are planting tiny micro forests to curb the impacts of climate change.
Port of SF, US Army Corps plan to raise landmark Ferry Building due to rising sea levels
In order to combat the impacts of sea level rise, the Port of San Francisco and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are planning on raising the iconic, historic Ferry Building by as much as seven feet.
Majestic emperor penguins threatened by climate change
Emperor penguins are not simply majestic. These birds are tough creatures who manage to survive in some of the harshest weather conditions imaginable.
Rising sea levels threaten San Francisco waterfront landmarks
The San Francisco waterfront is home to some of the most iconic landmarks, historic districts, and stunning views in the world, but the critical gateway and economic backbone to the city is threatened by rising sea levels.
Groundbreaking type of radar crucial to global study of planet's surface water
A new global study launched by NASA aims to improve our understanding of the world's oceans, lakes and rivers and their role in the science of climate change.
Students driven to meet future demand by learning to fix EVs in high school auto shop
A Bay Area high school is doing its part to make sure there are enough certified auto techs and mechanics to keep pace with the surging demand for electric vehicles.
Revival of Olympia oyster population could help fight effects of climate change
Scientists, researchers, and volunteers are working on an Olympian quest - to restore the Olympian oyster to once-historic levels at a coastal wetland along the Monterey Bay, an effort that may help to curb the impacts of the warming climate.
Researchers restoring California salt marshes from effects of climate change
California's valuable remaining salt marshes are disappearing; climate change, with its melting glaciers and warming seas, threatens to drown the remaining coastal marshes out of existence.
Global temperatures smash September heat records
After a summer of record-smashing heat, warming somehow got even worse in September.
Warming planet's cold beer supply threatened by climate strain on hops, barley, water
Earth's changing climate is not just causing increasingly punishing droughts, intense wildfires, and extreme weather, it could disrupt the world's beer supply by as much as 16%. Now, California scientists are brewing up solutions to the dilemma.
Outfoxing climate change: Endangered species provides lesson in biodiversity
An endangered species of fox that has surfaced on a Central Valley college campus is providing proof that one of the biggest weapons against climate change is maintaining biodiversity of the planet.
Endangered Central Valley species provides lesson in biodiversity
An endangered species of fox on a Bakersfield college campus shows that one of the biggest weapons against climate change is maintaining biodiversity. Anne Makovec reports. (9-21-23)
Radioactive discharge from Fukushima nuclear plant raising concerns on California coast
A controversial plan to release more than one million tons of treated radioactive water into the sea is now underway in Japan, giving scientists here in the Bay Area pause as well as those who seek escape on the open water.
Valley fever fungus spreading in California fueled by climate change
California researchers are scrutinizing the spread of a fungus that causes debilitating Valley fever, now being exacerbated by climate change.
Biotech startup Living Carbon enhances trees' ability to capture climate-warming CO2
A Bay Area biotech startup is fighting climate change by genetically enhancing the ability of trees to capture and store carbon dioxide.
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Locals angered over plans to close Fillmore District Safeway store to build housing
Residents in San Francisco's Fillmore District are dismayed at the sudden announcement that the Safeway store that has served the historically black neighborhood for four decades is closing to make way for housing.
Controversy remains for center bike lane on San Francisco's Valencia Street
Five months after new bike lanes were opened up along the center of Valencia Street in San Francisco's Mission District, criticism has not died down.
Reports: 2 new suspects including gunman's mother arrested in Officer Le slaying
Two additional suspects have been arrested in connection with the deadly Dec. 29 shooting that killed Oakland Police Officer Tuan Le, including the alleged gunman's mother, according to media reports.
Oakland non-profit organization helps foster youth aging out of system
A Bay Area nonprofit offers coaches and advisors to help keep former foster youth who have aged out of the system on the right path.
Inmates testify about sexual abuse at FCI Dublin women's prison
Following three days of testimony from incarcerated survivors of sexual abuse at Federal Correctional Institution Dublin, the legal teams representing the victims held a press conference Friday outside of U.S. District Court in Oakland.
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Locals angered over plans to close Fillmore District Safeway store to build housing
Residents in San Francisco's Fillmore District are dismayed at the sudden announcement that the Safeway store that has served the historically black neighborhood for four decades is closing to make way for housing.
Controversy remains for center bike lane on San Francisco's Valencia Street
Five months after new bike lanes were opened up along the center of Valencia Street in San Francisco's Mission District, criticism has not died down.
Reports: 2 new suspects including gunman's mother arrested in Officer Le slaying
Two additional suspects have been arrested in connection with the deadly Dec. 29 shooting that killed Oakland Police Officer Tuan Le, including the alleged gunman's mother, according to media reports.
Oakland non-profit organization helps foster youth aging out of system
A Bay Area nonprofit offers coaches and advisors to help keep former foster youth who have aged out of the system on the right path.
Inmates testify about sexual abuse at FCI Dublin women's prison
Following three days of testimony from incarcerated survivors of sexual abuse at Federal Correctional Institution Dublin, the legal teams representing the victims held a press conference Friday outside of U.S. District Court in Oakland.
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Locals angered over plans to close Fillmore District Safeway store to build housing
Residents in San Francisco's Fillmore District are dismayed at the sudden announcement that the Safeway store that has served the historically black neighborhood for four decades is closing to make way for housing.
Controversy remains for center bike lane on San Francisco's Valencia Street
Five months after new bike lanes were opened up along the center of Valencia Street in San Francisco's Mission District, criticism has not died down.
San Francisco's Rickshaw Stop celebrates 20th anniversary with series of shows
In a post-pandemic era when San Francisco is far more frequently lamenting the closure of venerable music venues, the Rickshaw Stop is marking two decades of operation with a full month of special shows.
East Palo Alto police chief says zero murders reported in 2023
Police in East Palo Alto announced on New Year's Day that the community had zero murders reported in 2023, a far cry from the early 1990s when the city was dubbed the nation's "murder capital."
Advocates hopeful new Golden Gate Bridge suicide barrier will save lives
San Francisco's iconic Golden Gate Bridge now has newly installed stainless-steel netting that suicide-prevention advocates hope will save lives.
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Reports: 2 new suspects including gunman's mother arrested in Officer Le slaying
Two additional suspects have been arrested in connection with the deadly Dec. 29 shooting that killed Oakland Police Officer Tuan Le, including the alleged gunman's mother, according to media reports.
Oakland non-profit organization helps foster youth aging out of system
A Bay Area nonprofit offers coaches and advisors to help keep former foster youth who have aged out of the system on the right path.
Inmates testify about sexual abuse at FCI Dublin women's prison
Following three days of testimony from incarcerated survivors of sexual abuse at Federal Correctional Institution Dublin, the legal teams representing the victims held a press conference Friday outside of U.S. District Court in Oakland.
Oakland Police Officer Tuan Le remembered at emotional vigil
Friends, coworkers and community members came together Friday morning at a solemn vigil honoring the memory of Tuan Le, the Oakland police officer killed in the line of duty one week ago.
Volunteers sought for 2024 point in time homeless count in Oakland, Alameda County
Oakland and Alameda County are asking for volunteers to help with the annual "point in time" count of homeless residents.
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Woman accused of running ex-boyfriend over in Mountain View, faces attempted murder charge
A Dublin woman was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after she allegedly ran over a former boyfriend in Mountain View earlier this week, police said Thursday.
Monterey County man convicted of lewd acts on a child; faces 30 years in prison
A Monterey County resident was convicted of forcible lewd acts on a child under 14, prosecutors said Thursday.
Hayward man arrested in Aptos road rage shooting on Highway 1
Authorities said Thursday they have arrested a Hayward man in connection with a road-rage shooting last year in Santa Cruz County that injured two people, including a 3-year-old child.
Beach hazard advisory for large waves, treacherous conditions in effect Friday
A beach hazards advisory will be in effect Friday into early Saturday in the Pacific coastal areas due to beach and marine conditions, the National Weather Service said.
San Mateo police arrest man accused of trying to run over officer
A suspect accused of trying to run over a San Mateo officer in November was arrested Tuesday, police said.
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After becoming social media star, time running out for "Inverness Shipwreck"
Time is apparently running out for California's "Inverness Shipwreck," an old wooden boat that became an Instagram star as it rotted on a shoreline north of San Francisco.
San Quentin project's $360M price tag should be slashed, governor's advisory group says
An advisory council says California Gov. Gavin Newsom should slash by at least a third the cost of his $360 million plan to build a campus with classrooms in the notorious San Quentin State Prison.
Beach hazard advisory for large waves, treacherous conditions in effect Friday
A beach hazards advisory will be in effect Friday into early Saturday in the Pacific coastal areas due to beach and marine conditions, the National Weather Service said.
Marin county board to hold meeting on short term rental ordinance
The Marin County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting next week to consider altering restrictions on short-term rentals in unincorporated areas of the county, including limits in coastal residential villages that are popular tourist destinations.
3 arrested after Santa Rosa ID theft investigation uncovers drugs, guns, child endangerment
A months-long investigation into a man suspected of mail theft and credit-card fraud led to three arrests Tuesday on a variety of charges including drug and weapon possession and child endangerment.
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Giants receive LHP Robbie Ray from Mariners, send Haniger back to Seattle with DeSclafani
Outfielder Mitch Haniger is returning to the Seattle Mariners after being acquired from the San Francisco Giants with right-hander Anthony DeSclafani and $6 million in exchange for left-hander Robbie Ray in a trade of underperforming players coming off injuries.
Jokic hits 40-footer at buzzer, Nuggets rally to stun Warriors 130-127
Nikola Jokic hit a 40-footer as time expired and the Nuggets stunned the Warriors 130-127 on Thursday night.
Steve Kerr: Giving Draymond Green space 'important' during suspension
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr said giving suspended forward Draymond Green space away from the team is important for both parties.
49ers and Rams turn to some reserves for low-impact regular season finale
Figuring out how many players he can rest for the playoffs while still fielding a team in a meaningless Week 18 game is a new challenge for San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan.
Oakland A's say "no" to B's proposed baseball game at Coliseum in June
The Oakland Athletics have blocked a move by Oakland's new professional baseball team the Oakland Ballers (aka the B's) from playing a June 29 game at the Oakland Coliseum.
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Reports: 2 new suspects including gunman's mother arrested in Officer Le slaying
Two additional suspects have been arrested in connection with the deadly Dec. 29 shooting that killed Oakland Police Officer Tuan Le, including the alleged gunman's mother, according to media reports.
Inmates testify about sexual abuse at FCI Dublin women's prison
Following three days of testimony from incarcerated survivors of sexual abuse at Federal Correctional Institution Dublin, the legal teams representing the victims held a press conference Friday outside of U.S. District Court in Oakland.
Woman arrested in series of thefts from Kohl's department stores in Contra Costa County
An Antioch woman suspected in a series of organized retail thefts was arrested following a heist at a Kohl's store in Brentwood, police said.
Memorial for Oakland Police Officer Tuan Le set for Wednesday in Castro Valley
The Oakland Police Department on Friday confirmed that the official law enforcement memorial service for Officer Tuan Le has been scheduled for Wednesday morning.
California judge rules Snap must face lawsuit over children's fentanyl purchases
A California state judge has ruled that Snap must face a lawsuit from families whose children allegedly used the Snapchat app to purchase fentanyl on the platform.
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After becoming social media star, time running out for "Inverness Shipwreck"
Time is apparently running out for California's "Inverness Shipwreck," an old wooden boat that became an Instagram star as it rotted on a shoreline north of San Francisco.
California judge rules Snap must face lawsuit over children's fentanyl purchases
A California state judge has ruled that Snap must face a lawsuit from families whose children allegedly used the Snapchat app to purchase fentanyl on the platform.
Bill to regulate state's use of artificial intelligence introduced in California Senate
A bill that would guide California state agencies' use of artificial intelligence was introduced Wednesday by state Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa.
Wall Street slumps to start 2024; Apple, Nvidia and Meta take big hits
Wall Street started 2024 with a slump, giving back some of its powerful gains from the year before as several tech stocks experienced sharp drops.
Social media companies made $11B in US ad revenue from minors, Harvard study finds
A study from Harvard says social media companies collectively made over $11 billion in U.S. advertising revenue from minors last year.
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Advocates hopeful new Golden Gate Bridge suicide barrier will save lives
San Francisco's iconic Golden Gate Bridge now has newly installed stainless-steel netting that suicide-prevention advocates hope will save lives.
Study: Disrupted sleep in early middle age linked to cognitive decline
People who have more interrupted sleep in their 30s and 40s are more than twice as likely to have memory and thinking problems a decade later, a new study shows.
Possible Ozempic side effects, including hair loss, probed by FDA
Ozempic and other GLP-1 RA drugs, including Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound, are being scrutinized.
What to know about nitazenes — powerful, "under the radar" synthetic opioids
Nitazenes are powerful synthetic drugs that, in some cases, can be even more dangerous than fentanyl and carfentanil.
5 million blenders sold at Costco, Target and Walmart recalled
BlendJet has received dozens of reports of injuries from portable blenders sold between October 2020 and November 2023.
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Supreme Court agrees to hear Colorado case over Trump's 2024 ballot eligibility
Former President Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court review a landmark decision in a case from Colorado finding he should be kept off the state's primary ballot.
State Sen. Wiener introduces proposal to make it easier to prosecute auto break-ins
State Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) announced Friday that he introduced a proposal backed by city leaders that would make it easier to prosecute auto break-ins.
Asm. Haney brings back Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes bill following veto
State Assemblymember Matt Haney, D-San Francisco, on Thursday announced he is rebooting his attempt to bring Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes to the city and state.
San Quentin project's $360M price tag should be slashed, governor's advisory group says
An advisory council says California Gov. Gavin Newsom should slash by at least a third the cost of his $360 million plan to build a campus with classrooms in the notorious San Quentin State Prison.
Bill to regulate state's use of artificial intelligence introduced in California Senate
A bill that would guide California state agencies' use of artificial intelligence was introduced Wednesday by state Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa.
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LGBTQ vets now eligible for honorable discharge originally denied them
The Pentagon launched discharge reviews for LGBTQ+ military veterans after a yearlong CBS News investigation.
Biden marks Trans Day of Remembrance: "No place for hate in America"
President Biden honored transgender Americans on Trans Day of Remembrance, which falls on Nov. 20 and serves to pay tribute to trans people who have lost their lives to violence.
Laphonza Butler, Newsom's Feinstein replacement, to make LGBT history
Laphonza Butler will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Former KPIX reporter Hank Plante reflects on Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
Gov. Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's LGBTQ protections
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
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Actor Christian Oliver, 2 daughters killed in Caribbean plane crash
The pilot of the plane, identified as American Robert Sachs, was also killed, police said.
Asm. Haney brings back Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes bill following veto
State Assemblymember Matt Haney, D-San Francisco, on Thursday announced he is rebooting his attempt to bring Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes to the city and state.
David Soul, who played Hutch in TV's "Starsky and Hutch," dies at age 80
David Soul played Detective Ken "Hutch" Hutchinson in the 1970s TV show "Starsky and Hutch."
San Francisco's Rickshaw Stop celebrates 20th anniversary with series of shows
In a post-pandemic era when San Francisco is far more frequently lamenting the closure of venerable music venues, the Rickshaw Stop is marking two decades of operation with a full month of special shows.
Rage Against the Machine won't tour or perform live again, drummer says
Rage Against the Machine's Brad Wilk said he didn't want to "string" fans along any further after canceling a reunion tour.
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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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Oakland non-profit helps foster youth aging out of system
A Bay Area nonprofit offers coaches and advisers help to keep former foster youth who have aged out of the system on the right path. Juliette Goodrich reports. (1-5-24)
New recall effort targets Oakland mayor Sheng Thao
Frustration over crime fuel the effort to recall Alameda County D.A. Pamela Price and now a group has launched a campaign to remove Mayor Sheng Thao. Da Lin reports. (1-5-24)
Closure of Safeway in SF's Fillmore District blasted by community
The Webster Plaza Safeway plans to shut down in early March and sell the site to a developer. Neighbors say it will leave the Fillmore a food desert. Lezla Gooden reports. (1-5-24)
Valencia Street bike lane elicits howls from S.F. Mission District businesses
The bicycle lane at Valencia and 19th Street was notably empty Friday afternoon, prompting local businesses and bikers to voice their shared concerns. José Martínez reports. (1-5-24)
First Alert Weather Friday night forecast 1-5-24
Chief meteorologist Paul Heggen has the specifics on which days will likely be wet in the coming week.
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Recap: A look back at 2023's Bay Area Jefferson Award winners
As we begin our 19th year of sharing stories of our Jefferson Award winners, Sharon Chin gives us an overview of 2023's community heroes who inspired us with their acts of service.
San Francisco couple has volunteered together for decades
In San Francisco, a husband and wife have volunteered in the fight against food insecurity for more than 36 years.
Radical concept still bringing fresh produce to hungry Bay Area families
California food banks used to distribute primarily canned and boxed food, but thanks to an innovative idea from a Bay Area man, they are also able to give away mostly fresh fruits and vegetables.
Oakley woman giving support, opportunities for joy to those with cancer and their families
An Oakley woman has been offering the kind of support and healing that she didn't find readily available when she was diagnosed with cancer.
2 friends lead nonprofit bringing nourishment to needy in South Bay
A pair of volunteers working for a South Bay organization go out of their way to bring warmth and nourishment to the unhoused, not just during the holidays, but all year round.
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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.
Santa Rosa college graduate multi-tasking her way to a master's degree, law school
When most people graduate from college, they tend to focus on one job. But this month's Students Rising Above scholar is currently juggling multiple workplace assignments.
Inseparable San Francisco students overcome hardships together
Itohan Ediae and Qien Feng are getting ready to leave for their first year of college and they are taking a lot with them: excitement, nerves, and memories from what has become an extraordinary friendship.
San Francisco teacher set to begin 42nd year teaching kindergarten
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.