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Affordable housing project breaks ground in S.F. Mission District The Housing Federation Fund just broke ground on an affordable housing project in San Francisco at the corner of Valencia and Cesar Chavez. Max Darrow reports. (7-27-24) 5H ago 02:15

San Francisco jury convict "prolific thief" in string of auto, home burglaries A San Francisco jury convicted a "prolific burglar" of multiple auto and residential break-ins, prosecutors said Friday. 16H ago

San Francisco school district hiring freeze concerns parents Budget cuts continue to impact the San Francisco Unified School District. Jul 26

SFFD Chief Jeanine Nicholson to retire over "unforeseen medical issues" San Francisco Fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson on Friday announced she will retire at the end of August due to "unforeseen medical issues." Jul 26

SF Marathon will host over 30,000 people to race in the city Meteorologist Jessica Burch interviews Lauri Abrahamsen about what runners can expect at the San Francisco Marathon and activities to participate in. (07-26-2024)Website: http://kpix.com/YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFranciscoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFranciscoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv Jul 26 01:49

Bay Area leaders, homeless advocates react to Newsom order to clear encampments After Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order for state agencies to clear encampments on state land, communities across the Bay Area are scrambling to figure out what the order means for them. Jul 25

Peninsula woman expanding inclusive playground project for special needs visitors A Palo Alto woman who opened the first inclusive playground in the Bay Area for people of all abilities is spreading her magic throughout the region and beyond. Jul 25

San Francisco works to address its trash problem San Francisco generates 5,000 tons of trash a day, and like many parts of the U.S., the city is blighted by litter. A city program is attempting to address the issue. Mark Strassmann explains. Jul 25 03:28

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao on the city's plan to tackle the homeless crisis Ryan Yamamoto interviewed Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao on the recent executive order to remove homeless encampments, what they are investing in for the unhoused, Kamala Harris’ Bay Area ties, and if there are any updates to the FBI investigation. (07-25-2024)Website: http://kpix.com/YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFranciscoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFranciscoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv Jul 25 03:39

Man dies following shooting in San Francisco's Mission District A man hospitalized following a shooting in San Francisco's Mission District on Wednesday has died, police said. Jul 25

Kid Critics: "Mrs. Doubtfire" the new comedy musical KPIX has partnered up with BroadwaySF where we let kids be the reporter and ask the questions! Check out our young theater critic preview, Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical with Aaron Kaburick who plays Mrs. Doubtfire in the touring cast! The musical hits the Orpheum Theatre’s stage in July. (07-25-2024) Website: http://kpix.com/YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFranciscoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFranciscoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv Jul 25 02:27

SF police investigating shooting near 16th Street BART that left 1 injured San Francisco Police reported one person shot at 16th and Mission streets on Wednesday evening. Jul 24

SF supervisors give final approval to 3,500 new homes at Stonestown Galleria The San Francisco Board of Supervisors gave final approval Tuesday for a new project that will convert swaths of surface parking at the Stonestown Galleria mall into approximately 3,500 new homes, acres of open space and other community services. Jul 24

Man charged with murder in deadly drive-by shooting from SF Muni bus Charges have been filed in connection with a deadly drive-by shooting last month by a suspect aboard a moving Muni bus in San Francisco's Excelsior District. Jul 24

San Francisco supervisors place $390M infrastructure bond on November ballot The San Francisco Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to put a $390 million bond measure to voters this November to fund health care infrastructure, housing for homeless families, street safety, road repaving and improvements to public spaces and parks. Jul 24

Giants' Fitzgerald extends HR streak, but team falls short in loss to Dodgers Shohei Ohtani had two hits and drove in three runs, rookie Landon Knack pitched five solid innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers extended their winning streak to five games by beating the San Francisco Giants 5-2. Jul 23

VP Kamala Harris sparks new excitement among San Francisco Democrats Vice President Kamala Harris continues to rally a re-energized base of Democratic supporters after President Joe Biden dropped out of the race Sunday. Jul 23

New app helps pet parents book backyard space for their dogs Dogs might be considered man's best friend, but not every pooch finds it easy to make new buddies. Jul 23

Woman convicted in 2021 pepper spray attack on shopkeeper in San Francisco's SoMa A jury in San Francisco has convicted a woman for a 2021 incident where she attacked a shopkeeper with pepper spray after violating COVID-19 mask rules in place at the time, prosecutors said. Jul 23

SF bans towing company from city contracts for 5 years over illegal tows A towing company in San Francisco has been banned from receiving city contracts for the next five years after illegally towing vehicles, officials said Tuesday. Jul 23

Protesters rally outside SF Philippine consulate to condemn President Marcos Jr. Several Filipino organizations from the Bay Area rallied Monday outside of the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco to condemn Philippine President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. after he delivered the annual state address in his country. Jul 23

San Francisco tourism continues to inch toward pre-pandemic levels San Francisco continues to see its tourism industry rebound, which is good news for local businesses, but it will still be a few years until it reaches pre-pandemic levels. Jul 22

Democrats in San Francisco quickly organize, rally support for Kamala Harris Less than 24 hours after President Joe Biden dropped out of the race and endorsed running mate and Vice President Kamala Harris for president, groups of San Francisco Democrats quickly organized to rally support for her. Jul 22

San Francisco Democrats hold rally, back Kamala Harris for nomination One day after President Joe Biden ended his reelection bid and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris, leaders endorsed her candidacy in the city where her political career began. Lauren Toms reports. Website: http://kpix.com/YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFranciscoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFranciscoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv Jul 22 02:45