High Demand = Long Line at Hayward COVID Test SitePeople in the East Bay waited for hours Friday for their chance at a COVID test. Kiet Do reports. (1-7-22)
Omicron Impacts Staffing, Service at Bay Area Transit AgenciesPublic transit agencies across the Bay Area are struggling with staffing as the omicron coronavirus variant continues to impact service. Shawn Chitnis reports. (1-7-22)
Oakland Teacher Sickout Shuts Down 12 SchoolsA teacher sickout in Oakland Friday forced the district to shut down a dozen schools. Da Lin reports. (1-7-22)
Pleasanton Begins Dismantling Downtown Parklet SheltersPleasanton is telling downtown businesses to remove parklets and remaining outdoor setups, putting a number of business owners in a tough spot. Juliette Goodrich reports. (1-7-22)
Supply Chain Crisis Crimps Furniture Supply as Demand SoarsDemand for furniture is peaking at a time when deliveries are back-logged. Len Ramirez reports. (1-7-22)
Health Experts Predict Omicron Peak, Falloff Within WeeksWith businesses suffering and many schools again closed, health experts are asking the public to hang on for about a month. Wilson Walker reports. (1-7-22)
Friday Evening Pinpoint ForecastChief meteorologist Paul Heggen has the Bay Area weekend forecast. (1-7-22)
3 Sentenced to Life in Prison for Arbery SlayingThree men who chased and killed Ahmaud Arbery have been sentenced to life in prison. (1-7-22)
Omicron Fear Pushes Too Many Mild Cases Into Emergency RoomsA wave of omicron cases is now flooding Bay Area hospitals. Andria Borba spoke to an ER nurse who says many patients she sees should have stayed home. (1-7-22)
BBB Warns of COVID-19 Test ScamsBetter Business Bureau of Northeast California’s Alma Galvan talks about the rise in fraudulent Coronavirus tests, vaccines and treatments as the number of COVID-19 cases rise and demand for tests increases
Oakland College Student Embraces Challenges On Road To SuccessMost Students Rising Above scholars build their success through hard work and determination, and Malia Johnson is doing that and more.
Oaktown Jazz Introduces Music Legacy To Young PeopleJazz music offers a rich legacy that transcends generations and plays a key role in contemporary culture. Justin Andrews introduces us to an Oakland non-profit that’s using music to help shape the lives of young people.
Hollywood Legend Sidney Poitier Dead at 94Hollywood is mourning the death of legendary actor Sidney Poitier at age 94 … one of the last remaining stars of the golden age of acting. Reporter Michael George has more on his career of breaking through racial barriers on the silver screen.
Friday Afternoon Weather Forecast with Darren Peck1/7/22
Back to School Plans Amid COVID-19 SurgeKPIX 5’s Len Kiese talks with California State University East Bay Chair of Public Health Dr. Arnab Mukherjea about the return to school amid the COVID surge, and his advice for parents and students dealing with the anxiety of returning to the classroom
Oakland Teacher Sickout Calling for Increased COVID Safety Shuts Down 12 SchoolsJocelyn Moran reports on the impact of the Oakland teacher sickout calling for more COVID safety measures from the OUSD (1-7-2022)
PIX NowFriday noon news update from KPIX 5
Schools Closed: West Contra Costa School Closures, COVID Testing Efforts Draw Mixed ReactionWest Contra Costa Unified School District will close on Friday and Monday because of continued COVID-19 outbreaks.
School Sickout: Oakland Unified School District Warns Of Potential Sickout By Some TeachersThe Oakland Unified School District has warned parents that some teachers may stage what they described as an “illegal sickout” on Friday.
Liam’s List Jan. 7: ‘Glow’ At SF Exploratorium; Bottlerock 2022 Tickets; New Music From Elton JohnKCBS reporter Liam Mayclem provides KPIX 5 users with a weekly weekend tip list of Bay Area entertainment, music, film and online entertainment.
TODAY’S Forecast: The latest forecast from the KPIX 5 weather teamShowers on Friday
Rancher Killed: Rancher killed by a bull in rural Contra Costa CountyA bull was euthanized by sheriff’s deputies after it allegedly killed a rancher in a pasture in rural Contra Costa County
