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What the candidates for California governor are saying about redistricting, immigration and other top issues 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. Oct 8

California's redistricting plan sparks fierce debate in 2026 governor's race Where do the 2026 California gubernatorial candidates stand on Proposition 50 and redistricting? Xavier Becerra, Chad Bianco, Ian Calderon, Stephen J. Cloobeck, Steve Hilton, Katie Porter, Tony Thurmond, Antonio Villaraigosa, Butch Ware, Betty Yee and Leo Zacky share their thoughts. Oct 8

We asked the candidates for California governor: What has Newsom done well? Julie Watts interviewed every candidate for California governor ahead of next year's election. Sep 29

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Los Alamitos leading Southern California in traffic ticket revenue Across Southern California, hundreds of officers have written millions of tickets totaling about $2.4 billion. While police officers say it's just about safety, some suspect it's really about racing up revenue. Oct 17

Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law banning new Glock sales in California Glocks are among the most popular handguns sold in California. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill that bans Californians from buying new Glock guns in the state. Oct 13

California's redistricting plan sparks fierce debate in 2026 governor's race Where do the 2026 California gubernatorial candidates stand on Proposition 50 and redistricting? Xavier Becerra, Chad Bianco, Ian Calderon, Stephen J. Cloobeck, Steve Hilton, Katie Porter, Tony Thurmond, Antonio Villaraigosa, Butch Ware, Betty Yee and Leo Zacky share their thoughts. Oct 8

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Community groups map Bay Area "heat islands," make hot weather kits for vulnerable residents At a recent gathering of community groups, a city council member, students, and climate activists, the talk was all about heat - very extreme heat - and the phenomenon of record-breaking temperatures largely driven by climate change. Oct 16

Scientists develop interactive climate map to track invisible particulate matter pollution A form of harmful air pollution that often can't be plainly observed is now being tracked with a groundbreaking new tool developed by scientists that allows residents to see where it's coming from. Oct 9

Orchestra from "Landfill Harmonic" fame performs at Marin County recycler's community event Last weekend, a special performance unfolded in Central San Rafael. The location was unusual: it's where collection bins full of waste, recycling and compost are brought. Oct 2

Stanford researchers, nonprofit help California residents manage wildfire smoke exposure As California sees an increasing amount of wildfires, researchers from Stanford University and a Northern California nonprofit are helping residents prepare for and manage their exposure to toxic wildfire smoke. Sep 26

Bay Area scientists dig into how to keep soils healthy as planet warms With only 7.5% of Earth's surface covered in fertile, agricultural soil, it's critically important to maintain the soil to grow food, filter water, and regulate the climate. Sep 19

Valkyries to bring portable court on road to host first playoff game at SAP Center Due to a scheduling conflict at Chase Center in San Francisco, the Valkyries' first-ever home playoff game will take place 54 miles south, at the SAP Center in San Jose. Sep 12

Bay Area scientists helping restore coral reefs damaged by climate change Bay Area scientists are creating baby corals to help regenerate the world's second-largest coral reef, which is being devastated by climate change. Sep 4

Superfood for bees to fight against threats developed using Bay Area gene editing technology Honeybee populations facing severe challenges are now being helped by the development of a bee superfood using technology developed in the Bay Area. Aug 28

Bay Area refill shop tackles single-use plastic problem In the San Francisco Bay Area, on the island of Alameda, six months ago, a small store opened up on Webster Street and already has quite a clientele. Aug 21

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CBS News Bay Area Interviews What to know about Tesla's robotaxi plans in the Bay Area Business Insider tech reporter Grace Kay shares where plans stand with Tesla's robotaxi service in the Bay Area. Jul 26 05:13

Skincare brands make billions selling products, including some harmful to young skin, to tweens Skincare brands make billions of dollars annually selling stuff to children 12 and under, even though dermatologists caution against minors using some of these products that are meant for adults. The CBS News Confirmed team analyzed top kidfluencers with more than 42 million followers combined and found that 94% of their recent skincare posts did not let kids know they were getting free products or commissions from the brands they promote. That social media marketing is turning many in this generation into so-called "Sephora kids," but they often don't realize that some viral products can harm young skin. Check out what happened when CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts sent her 11-year-old daughter undercover shopping with her friends. BEHIND THE INVESTIGATION: CBS News California investigates troubling trend in skincare industry WATCH PART 1 - Investigating "Sephora Kid" Concerns: How skincare brands make billions selling products to tweens. WATCH PART 2 - Investigating "Sephora Kids" Solutions: Fifth-graders investigate California bill targeting anti-aging skincare sales to minors. READ MORE HERE: How the skincare industry makes billions marketing products to tweens, including some that could harm young skin May 22 04:43

USF immigration policy expert discusses presidential election CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks with USF professor of law and migration studies Bill Ong Hing about the positions of the Trump and Harris campaigns when it comes to immigration reform and the situation at the border Aug 13, 2024 17:08

UC Berkeley professor discusses threat of artificial intelligence in elections CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks UC Berkeley Haas School of Business professor Olaf Groth, PhD, about how AI could play a role in potential election interference Aug 12, 2024 14:51

UCSF doctor discusses summer Covid surge CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec asks UCSF infectious disease specialist Dr. Monica Gandhi if Covid is any more serious than a cold these days, the latest on long Covid, and if the bird flu poses any threat of becoming the next pandemic Aug 8, 2024 15:42

Bay Area political expert on campaigns tapping into social media influencers The race for the White House is flooding our feeds. CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec asks Dr. Nolan Higdon with CSU East Bay about the impact of influencers in the presidential race, and if they can really tip the scales in battleground states Aug 7, 2024 15:47

Bay Area teen provides mental health resources for students CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec hears from Niku Sedarat from San Jose, an incoming Stanford student and member of DoSomething.Org, about an initiative that allows students to share ideas about addressing mental health in their communities. Anne also asks Dr. Nicole Stelter from Blue Shield of California how parents can provide support for their children Aug 2, 2024 17:55

Bay Area lung cancer survivor recalls how car crash may have saved her life CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook has been reporting extensively on the rise in lung cancer cases among non-smoking Asian American women. Now, Liz talks to a Bay Area mother whose trip to Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center after a car crash may have saved her life. Liz also talks to Dr. Jeffrey Velotta, who performed the surgery, about the rise in lung cancer cases in Asian American women and what may be causing them Aug 1, 2024 15:31

Reaction to Gov. Newsom's executive order to clear homeless encampments CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks to Coalition on Homelessness Executive Director Jennifer Friedenbach and Senior Vice President of Public Policy for the Bay Area Council Adrian Covert to hear both sides of the debate over Gov. Newsom's executive order to clear homeless encampments Jul 26, 2024 17:29

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Palo Alto seeing an increase in number of homeless RV residents Santa Clara County's last "point in time" survey showed that Palo Alto's homeless population has grown by 113 percent in just two years, the largest increase, by far, in the South Bay. 2H ago

Weekend shooting involving 2 vehicles in Hollister leaves 1 dead One person has died following a shooting involving people in two vehicles in the community of Hollister over the weekend, police said. 9H ago

49ers honor 2 Santa Clara High students for STEAM passion with special stadium tour At Sunday's 49ers home game, the 49ers are honoring two Santa Clara High School students for their love of science, tech, engineering, arts, and math. Both students got a special tour of Levi's Stadium before the big game. Oct 19

Bay Area man on probation accused of running "ghost gun factory" in apartment A Bay Area man on probation for a domestic violence conviction has been arrested on dozens of felony charges for allegedly running what prosecutors described as a "ghost gun factory" inside his apartment. Oct 17

California's San Benito County investigates suspected phishing over 697KpaymentAuthoritiesinSanBenitoCountyhavelaunchedaninvestigationintoasuspectedphishingincidentinvolvingtheattemptedpaymentofnearly697K payment Authorities in San Benito County have launched an investigation into a suspected phishing incident involving the attempted payment of nearly 697KpaymentAuthoritiesinSanBenitoCountyhavelaunchedaninvestigationintoasuspectedphishingincidentinvolvingtheattemptedpaymentofnearly700,000. Oct 17

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