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Over a dozen states are suing the Trump administration over its efforts to fast-track energy projects, claiming the government is bypassing environmental laws.
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Over a dozen states are suing the Trump administration over its efforts to fast-track energy projects, claiming the government is bypassing environmental laws.
The number of monarch butterflies spending winter in the western U.S. dropped dramatically this year, despite moves to extend protections for the insect.
California condors are moving farther into the East Bay according to a conservation group that tracked seven of the endangered birds flying over Alameda and Contra Costa counties last month.
The longfin smelt, a fish the length of a popsicle stick that once fed hundreds of San Francisco Bay animals including humans, was just added to a growing list of endangered species.
On June 27, the San Francisco Zoo's Conservation team completed its first successful reintroduction of an endangered toad species back to Yosemite National Park.
Bay Area scientists are using cutting-edge technology to better understand the decline in bird populations while finding ways to help species that are challenged.
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Scientists are using a range of tools to protect the endangered wildlife that could disappear in coming decades.
With so many visible signs of distress, officials believe they may know what led to the young and endangered 46-foot-long fin whale's death.
Researchers were able to attract "one of the world's rarest rodents" in their endangered habitat using glass oil lamps filled with sesame oil.
Officials have yet to find the source of the oil spill, which has left chunky globules and long slicks near a 67-mile-long pipeline system off the coast of Louisiana.
The last truly wild horse species in the world, rare Przewalski's horses, were once only found on the Mongolian steppes of the Gobi Desert. But on Tuesday at 10 a.m., they could be seen in a media preview at the San Francisco Zoo and Gardens.
Wildlife officials say antibodies found in early results of a historic new vaccine trial are expected to give endangered California condors at least partial protection from the deadliest strain of avian influenza in U.S. history.
California's Chinook salmon are considered threatened under the Endangered Species Act and their population numbers continue to dangerously decline.
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.
A tiny number of the fish that used to fill West Coast rivers are still running in the creeks. In Santa Cruz County, an effort to turn the tide of declining salmon populations appears to be paying off.
"This is something that might happen once a year if you are lucky," the marine tour company that saw the sperm whale trio said.
The California condor is at risk of extinction once again, and once again, an emergency vaccination campaign is required to stave off a deadly infection and possible extinction.
Over the past year, CBS New Bay Area has been showing viewers California's effort to save the winter run chinook salmon - a fish that has almost been lost to dammed rivers and warming waters.
For the third time in a decade, federal wildlife officials are contemplating whether the bi-state sage grouse deserves protection under the Endangered Species Act.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed that California spotted owls that have their habitats in coastal and Southern California be protected under the Endangered Species Act.
A tiny Nevada toad at the center of a legal battle over a geothermal power project has officially been declared an endangered species.
An international wildlife conference that concluded Friday in Panama moved to enact protection for over 500 species.
The California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park announced Thursday the hatching of two new African penguin chicks, the first new chicks to hatch there since 2018.
The San Francisco Zoo & Gardens on Friday announced the arrival of a pygmy hippopotamus, the first of its endangered species at the zoo since 2004.
For Annie Nishita, rehearsing for a performance during the NBA Playoffs is more than just a milestone — it's the realization of a childhood dream.
Meteorologists use these equations to create what's known as numerical weather models to predict what's going to happen in the atmosphere.
Jossein Attar owns a rental property adjacent to Ohlone Park in Berkeley, and he said safety has gotten out of control.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has confirmed they received two dead birds from Pacific Gas & Electric Co. for evaluation, after several birds were found dead in a Bay Area neighborhood under mysterious circumstances.
Gov. Gavin Newsom is calling for "swift" action to start the Delta Conveyance Project, claiming it's essential to avoiding future water disasters.
For Annie Nishita, rehearsing for a performance during the NBA Playoffs is more than just a milestone — it's the realization of a childhood dream.
Meteorologists use these equations to create what's known as numerical weather models to predict what's going to happen in the atmosphere.
Jossein Attar owns a rental property adjacent to Ohlone Park in Berkeley, and he said safety has gotten out of control.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has confirmed they received two dead birds from Pacific Gas & Electric Co. for evaluation, after several birds were found dead in a Bay Area neighborhood under mysterious circumstances.
Ketel Marte hit two home runs, Eugenio Suárez added a three-run shot and the Arizona Diamondbacks racked up 13 hits in an 8-7 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
San Francisco Police have confirmed one person has died after being shot in their car about five blocks from Fisherman's Wharf.
Mayor Daniel Lurie and the Department of Emergency Management are launching "ReadySF," a revamped emergency preparedness portal built to help San Franciscans — and anyone visiting or working in the city — get ready before the next big emergency hits.
The Golden State Valkyries have announced who will make history as a member of their inaugural roster.
The San Francisco Unified School District has settled a sexual abuse lawsuit for $1.5 million stemming from a case a decade ago where a high school teacher-counselor was accused of grooming a student and school officials allegedly ignored it.
The WNBA's Golden State Valkyries tap Bay Area influencers for their inaugural collective.
Jossein Attar owns a rental property adjacent to Ohlone Park in Berkeley, and he said safety has gotten out of control.
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has confirmed they received two dead birds from Pacific Gas & Electric Co. for evaluation, after several birds were found dead in a Bay Area neighborhood under mysterious circumstances.
The Golden State Valkyries have announced who will make history as a member of their inaugural roster.
The WNBA's Golden State Valkyries tap Bay Area influencers for their inaugural collective.
A resolution passed in March could slash OUSD after-school, early morning and summer programs by 80% starting this August.
Excitement is building on the West Coast as soccer superstar Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami squad is set to face the San Jose Earthquakes on Wednesday night.
The man who was convicted in the 1982 cold case murder of 15-year-old Karen Stitt will spend the rest of his life in prison, prosecutors in Santa Clara County said.
Santa Clara County officials recently confirmed the county's first carfentanil overdose death.
The problem of homelessness has been an issue that has plagued Governor Newsom's administration for years. So, on Monday, he offered help to get local governments on the same page when it comes to managing encampments.
Last week, PG&E informed Monterey County that it wants to reactivate its Elkhorn Battery Energy Storage Facility by June 1, but the county said that it is too soon.
The California Highway Patrol issued a missing person Feather Alert on Sunday for a Pomo man who was last seen in mid-April in Ukiah.
For more than two years, residents of the little Marin County town of Bolinas have had to go to great lengths to get their daily mail after the local post office shut down.
A retired IRS agent from Southern California has been sentenced to state prison after she was convicted of defrauding an elderly San Francisco Bay Area woman out of $1 million in life savings.
Dozens of Mendocino County employees plan to resign this summer as part of a voluntary separation program the county is implementing as it faces a multi-million-dollar budget deficit, the Board of Supervisors said at its meeting Tuesday.
A travel agent based in Solano County has been sentenced to jail after being convicted in a scheme where he defrauded members of the South Asian community.
Ketel Marte hit two home runs, Eugenio Suárez added a three-run shot and the Arizona Diamondbacks racked up 13 hits in an 8-7 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has been fined $50,000 by the NBA for making an "inappropriate comment" to the officials during Game 3 of their second-round playoff series against Minnesota.
The Golden State Valkyries have announced who will make history as a member of their inaugural roster.
The WNBA's Golden State Valkyries tap Bay Area influencers for their inaugural collective.
As the Golden State Warriors prepare for a must-win Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the team said that superstar Stephen Curry could be available for a potential Game 6 if they win Wednesday night.
San Francisco Police have confirmed one person has died after being shot in their car about five blocks from Fisherman's Wharf.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
A Suisun City middle school was placed on lockdown Wednesday due to nearby police activity involving the Fairfield Police Department, according to the Suisun City Police Department.
The San Francisco Unified School District has settled a sexual abuse lawsuit for $1.5 million stemming from a case a decade ago where a high school teacher-counselor was accused of grooming a student and school officials allegedly ignored it.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie issued an executive directive on Tuesday aimed at addressing the city's public safety staffing deficit.
At least two school districts in the San Francisco Bay Area have issuing warnings to parents about a viral social media trend in which students are damaging their school-issued Chromebook computers.
The layoffs, impacting all levels at the company, come as the tech giant continues to post strong sales and profits.
Last week, PG&E informed Monterey County that it wants to reactivate its Elkhorn Battery Energy Storage Facility by June 1, but the county said that it is too soon.
Look for an email with the subject, "Lopez Voice Assistant Class Action Settlement," which will allow you to make a claim.
A new chatbot will be able to give updates on wildfires.
There were 30,000 fewer U.S. drug overdose deaths in 2024 than the year before — the largest one-year decline ever recorded.
An invasive mosquito has been found in Antioch, the Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District said Friday.
In a four-sentence order issued Thursday afternoon, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously denied a petition by former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes seeking further hearings on her appeal.
Dr. Vinay Prasad replaces Dr. Peter Marks, who Prasad had called "dangerous."
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie issued an executive directive on Tuesday aimed at addressing the city's public safety staffing deficit.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed a pause to the enrollment of more low-income immigrants without legal status for state-funded health care benefits in 2026 as California faces a steep budget deficit.
As federal judges face a rise in threats, some have faced a spate of strange, unnerving incidents in which an unknown person orders a pizza to their home.
The San Mateo County Deputy Sheriff's Association has filed new complaints against embattled Sheriff Christina Corpus, accusing her of violating state labor laws.
Mothers and their children took to the steps of San Francisco city hall to ask Mayor Daniel Lurie to change a policy that evicts families with children after 90 days in city shelters.
While Catholics around the world celebrated the election of Pope Leo XIV, a couple in San Francisco is hopeful that he will bring about change that they say is long overdue.
The U.K. Supreme Court has ruled the country's 2010 Equality Act defines a woman as someone born biologically female in a potential landmark case for transgender rights.
The Trump administration is gearing up to investigate schools for potential Title IX violations for allowing transgender women to compete in women's sports, including San Jose State.
The NCAA updated its policy one day after the administration's order banning transgender athletes from competing on female teams.
The order directs that federally-run insurance programs, including TRICARE and Medicaid, exclude coverage for gender-affirming care for those under 19.
During a 40-year screen career, Robert Benton received six Oscar nominations and won three times.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend, the singer Cassie Ventura, took the stand this week at his sex trafficking trial in New York City.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announced Monday that that city is planning to welcome Dead and Company for a series of concerts at Golden Gate Park this summer to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Grateful Dead.
The San Francisco International Arts Festival (SFIAF) returned this month with a vibrant lineup of performances that celebrate multiculturalism, artistic exchange, and community engagement — values organizers say are at the heart of the city itself.
Actor Michael Pitt was arrested Friday at his home in Brooklyn on nine state counts. His lawyers deny the allegations.
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.
Some Bay Area residents said they took the day off work or missed school for a chance to see one of the most popular athletes: Lionel Messi.
For Annie Nishita, rehearsing for a performance during the NBA Playoffs is more than just a milestone — it's the realization of a childhood dream.
Did you know meteorologists forecast the weather using a bunch of different physics and mathematical equations?
As John Ramos reports the project would build an underground waterway to bring water from near Sacramento to Southern California but locals are worried it will tear their town apart.
Reporter Kara St. Cyr talked with a witness who describes the deadly shooting that took place near a tourist attraction in broad daylight.
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.