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Small plane crashes in remote area south of Livermore
A small plane crashed in a remote area southeast of Livermore Friday morning, authorities said.
Chevron moving its headquarters from California to Texas
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from its California home of more than 140 years to Texas before the end of the year.
Suspect arrested in brutal killing of homeless man at Palo Alto parking garage
Police arrested a suspect in the killing of a homeless man last week in a downtown Palo Alto parking garage, the department said Friday.
DOJ sues TikTok over alleged children's online privacy law violations
The DOJ alleged TikTok knowingly allowed children to interact with adults on the platform and collected and retained their personal information.
Big rig catches fire after crash on I-580 near Tracy
A crash involving two big rigs is causing a big slowdown for the Friday morning commute through Tracy.
Dow plunges nearly 1,000 points amid sharp drop in U.S. hiring
Signs that the job market is slowing down are renewing investor concerns that the U.S. economy is losing steam.
Park Fire destroys couple's home 6 years after Camp Fire did the same
It was the second time in six years the Baker family had driven away from their dream home with a dark plume of smoke from a wildfire hanging overhead.
Biden, Harris welcome home Americans released in Russia prisoner swap
A plane carrying Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva landed at a military base in Maryland after they were freed by Russia in a prisoner exchange.
Stockton gas station lowers prices, calls on state to pressure bigger companies to do the same
A Stockton gas station owner took it upon himself to keep prices low. At Ernie's General Store, the cash price for a gallon of gas is $3.99.
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DOJ sues TikTok over alleged children's online privacy law violations
The DOJ alleged TikTok knowingly allowed children to interact with adults on the platform and collected and retained their personal information.
Biden, Harris welcome home Americans released in Russia prisoner swap
A plane carrying Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva landed at a military base in Maryland after they were freed by Russia in a prisoner exchange.
Items from SF encampments being closely watched as sweeps ramp up
San Francisco's policy for bagging and tagging property that is removed from a homeless encampment is being closely watched by critics and supporters of the city's latest crackdown on clearing the encampments.
San Francisco mayor raises transgender flag at city hall for Transgender History Month
Members and supporters of San Francisco's transgender community joined Mayor London Breed and state Sen. Scott Wiener to kick off the third annual Transgender History Month by raising the transgender flag over City Hall on Thursday.
Rep. John Garamendi joins push to keep Antioch Amtrak station open
U.S. Rep. John Garamendi, D-Fairfield, on Wednesday sent a letter to the San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority's Board of Directors opposing the proposed closure of the Amtrak Station in Antioch.
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San Francisco artist dedicates herself to chronicling transgender history
Andrea Horne has been a model, an actress and a jazz singer, known for uplifting the transgender community by giving them a voice. Now she has also given the community a history to be proud of.
San Francisco mayor raises transgender flag at city hall for Transgender History Month
Members and supporters of San Francisco's transgender community joined Mayor London Breed and state Sen. Scott Wiener to kick off the third annual Transgender History Month by raising the transgender flag over City Hall on Thursday.
Supreme Court to review Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for minors
The Supreme Court on Monday said it will consider whether a Tennessee law that ban gender-affirming health care for transgender minors violates the Constitution.
California Senate approves ban on transgender notification policies in schools
The California Senate has approved a bill that would ban school districts from requiring teachers to notify parents if their child asks to go by a new pronoun at school.
San Francisco program supports transgender entrepreneurs
Being an entrepreneur isn't easy. Add being transgender, or gender non-confirming into the equation, and it can become a lot harder.
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Seaweed finds growing demand, shows promise in climate change fight
Once seen as an organism fouling up the works in shellfish aquaculture, seaweed is now considered a valuable and sustainable commercial product feeding a growing demand with a positive impact in the battle against climate change.
Student program turns climate change lessons into real-world solutions
Students on the San Francisco Peninsula are taking advantage of a program that teaches lessons on climate change and building projects that mitigate its effects on the community.
Climate scientists probe Earth's ice to better understand a warming planet
As the summer of 2024 is on track to become the hottest on record, scientists are recovering an icy record of what the atmosphere was like hundreds of thousands of years ago.
Cloud-brightening test part of geoengineering push amid climate change
Climate experiments, such as using sea salt particles to test potential cloud brightening, will continue to be funded as more communities urgently seek solutions for a heating planet.
Researchers create 3D map of Alcatraz to monitor erosion, track effects of climate change
Rising sea levels are threatening iconic Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, and now a groundbreaking endeavor is helping scientists develop strategies to protect it.
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Katie Ledecky, Team USA win silver in 4 x 200m freestyle
Swim legend Katie Ledecky earned her 13th Olympic medal in the women's 4 x 200m freestyle relay on Thursday, making her the most decorated female U.S. Olympian of all time.
Simone Biles gets gold, Suni Lee bronze in individual all-around event
The face-off between Simone Biles and Suni Lee marked the first time two gold medalists competed against each other in the event.
Win a Family 4-Pack of tickets to the Oakland Ballers vs. N. Colorado Owlz on Aug. 30
Enter for your chance to win a Family 4-Pack of tickets to the Oakland Ballers game on Friday, August 30, vs. the Northern Colorado Owlz.
Logan Webb pitches 2nd career shutout in the Giants' 1-0 victory over the A's
Logan Webb pitched his second career shutout, leading the San Francisco Giants to a 1-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday night in a speedy 1 hour, 55 minutes.
Katie Ledecky wins gold medal in 1,500-meter freestyle, ties Olympic medal record
Katie Ledecky won her first gold medal at the Paris Olympics, claiming a record-tying 12th Olympic medal in women's swimming.
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Bills to shed light on newborn DNA storage in California quietly killed or gutted
Lawmakers quietly amended a bill prompted by a decade-long CBS investigation into California's Newborn Genetic Biobank. They removed the part that requires the state to reveal who is using our DNA for research and why.
Doctor who drove family off cliff fuels legal debate: Should attempted murder defendants get treatment instead of trial?
The doctor who was released from jail after driving his family off a cliff is being called the "poster child" for and against a California law that allows attempted murder defendants to get at-home mental health treatment instead of standing trial for alleged crimes.
EXCLUSIVE: Leaked email reveals Newsom's office declined to negotiate with DAs over 2024 Prop. 47 ballot measure
Emails obtained by CBS News California Investigates reveal the Governor's Chief of Staff did not want to negotiate with the initiative coalition unless they agreed to postpone their ballot measure until 2026.
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Friday morning First Alert Weather forecast 8/2/24
Jessica Burch says the hot weather is combining with monsoonal moisture and the Bay Area will see some cloudy weather. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
First Alert Weather Thursday night forecast 8-1-24
Chief meteorologist Paul Heggen takes an early look at the weekend weather.
Thursday morning First Alert Weather forecast 8/1/2024
Jessica Burch shows us why the incoming hot weather will be combined with some clouds and monsoonal moisture. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Wednesday evening First Alert weather forecast with Paul Heggen - 7/31/24
For the first day of August, expect warmer temperatures inland, while the coast stays cool. Air quality will be a concern due to smoke from ongoing wildfires in other parts of the state. Paul Heggen has the forecast. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
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Watch: Scene of small plane crash southeast of Livermore
A small plane crashed in a remote area southeast of Livermore Friday morning, authorities said. Read more: https://cbsloc.al/3WvVw6H Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Friday morning First Alert Weather forecast 8/2/24
Jessica Burch says the hot weather is combining with monsoonal moisture and the Bay Area will see some cloudy weather. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
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Friday 7 a.m. news update from KPIX
San Francisco RV dwellers live with threat of removal
San Francisco made about 100 people living in RVs parked on Winston Drive near Lake Merced move. Most didn't go far. Kelsi Thorud reports. (8-1-24) Website: http://kpix.com YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KPIXtv Twitter: http://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Pork producers lobby for new farm bill to counter California Prop 12
A bill that could invalidate the will of California voters regarding treatment of farm animals is making its way through Congress. Anne Makovec reports. (8-1-24)
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
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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
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
UC Berkeley professor on Silicon Valley's influence in potential Harris-Trump matchup
Vice President Kamala Harris has announced her bid for the White House and has appeared to fend off any challengers for the Democratic nomination. CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks UC Berkeley Haas School of Business professor Olaf Groth, PhD, which candidate will get support from Silicon Valley
Talking Politics: Bay Area professors on Biden's exit from race
Andrea Nakano and Brian Hackney spoke to San Jose State senior lecturer Donna Crane and Sonoma State professor David McCuan about the stunning developments in the presidential race Sunday. (7-21-24)
New California gun control law looks at credit card codes
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks Assemblymember Phil Ting (D-San Francisco) about new legislation that requires financial institutions to make a Merchant Category Code available for firearms and ammunition
Bay Area political analyst discusses fallout from assassination attempt of Trump
Dr. Nolan Higdon, professor of history and media studies at Cal State East Bay, explains how the shooting at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania could impact the Presidential race, and weighs in on Trump's pick for running mate, Ohio Senator JD Vance
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Suspect arrested in brutal killing of homeless man at Palo Alto parking garage
Police arrested a suspect in the killing of a homeless man last week in a downtown Palo Alto parking garage, the department said Friday.
Items from SF encampments being closely watched as sweeps ramp up
San Francisco's policy for bagging and tagging property that is removed from a homeless encampment is being closely watched by critics and supporters of the city's latest crackdown on clearing the encampments.
Oakland band Fake Fruit set to make Stern Grove debut
This weekend, Oakland art-punk band Fake Fruit is set to take the stage at Stern Grove, providing support for headliner, indie-rock songwriter Alex G.
Tenderloin drug enforcement nets 8 arrests, over a pound of narcotics
Police in San Francisco on Thursday confirmed a drug enforcement operation in the Tenderloin District earlier this week resulted in eight suspects being taken into custody and the seizure of over 576 grams of illegal narcotics.
State Highway 1 in El Granada shut down after fatal accident, fuel spill
CHP in San Mateo County issued severe traffic alert Thursday afternoon following a fatal accident that also caused a fuel spill shut down California State Route 1 in both directions.
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Small plane crashes in remote area south of Livermore
The plane went down about 20 miles southeast of Livermore near the Alameda - Contra Costa county line.
Chevron moving its headquarters from California to Texas
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon, its California home of more than 140 years, to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
Oakland's Guns to Gardens aims to reduce shootings by turning firearms into yard tools
Have you ever wondered what happens to guns collected at local buybacks? One artistic Oakland blacksmith is transforming the firearms into gardening tools.
Autonomous shuttles debut at Rossmoor senior living community
"Future" was the word of the day at the Rossmoor senior living community Thursday, as new driverless shuttles whisked passengers around the gated neighborhood.
Man suspected in July fatal Berkeley shooting arrested in Oakland
Police in Berkeley on Wednesday arrested a man suspected in the shooting death of a person in early July, the department said.
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San Jose police seek help in cold case murders from 2018, 2020
Police in San Jose are seeking additional leads and released photos in connection with homicides that took place in 2018 and 2020, with the hope of solving the cold cases.
San Jose woman gets jail for importing fruit infested with fruit flies
A San Jose business owner has been sentenced to jail after being convicted of illegally importing fruit from Vietnam, which was found to be infested with an invasive fruit fly species, prosecutors said.
DGDG auto dealerships fined $290K for alleged improper disposal of waste, documents
A judge ordered Bay Area car dealer DGDG Automotive to pay $290,000 in an environmental protection case alleging the company unlawfully disposed of hazardous waste.
San Jose police investigate collision that killed bicyclist
Police in San Jose are investigating a collision last Friday that left a bicyclist with fatal injuries, according to authorities.
4th juvenile arrested in connection with deadly Sunnyvale shooting
A fourth juvenile has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a man in Sunnyvale last April, police said Monday.
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Plan to eliminate stench from Vallejo sewage plant stalls
Some people in Vallejo say they are overwhelmed by an unpleasant smell coming from the water front sewage treatment plant.
No refunds for canceled reggae festival in Mendocino County
The canceled Sierra Nevada World Music Festival announced it will not refund patrons after weeks of silence and uncertainty among ticket buyers as how they could recoup lost funds.
Seaweed finds growing demand, shows promise in climate change fight
Once seen as an organism fouling up the works in shellfish aquaculture, seaweed is now considered a valuable and sustainable commercial product feeding a growing demand with a positive impact in the battle against climate change.
Man arrested for allegedly robbing rideshare driver at gunpoint in Sonoma County
A 21-year-old man from Sonoma was arrested on suspicion of robbing a rideshare driver at gunpoint over the weekend, the county sheriff's office said.
Forest Ranch family evacuated by the Park Fire returns home to find ruins
As firefighters continue battling the massive Park Fire, some residents are returning to their homes for the first time after several evacuation orders were lifted.
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San Francisco artist dedicates herself to chronicling transgender history
Andrea Horne has been a model, an actress and a jazz singer, known for uplifting the transgender community by giving them a voice. Now she has also given the community a history to be proud of.
Homelessness advocates concerned about San Francisco's encampment sweeps
Advocates are concerned that the sweeping of encampments in San Francisco could exacerbate the homelessness crisis.
Bay Area org fighting climate change by keeping excess food out of landfills
A Bay Area organization is keeping food from filling landfills by delivering excess food from supermarkets to nonprofits and pantries.
Girls' flag football thriving with support from 49ers
Thursday was an open practice day for the Niners at their Santa Clara facility, but young female fans aren't just watching from the sidelines anymore.
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.
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Suspect arrested in brutal killing of homeless man at Palo Alto parking garage
Police arrested a suspect in the killing of a homeless man last week in a downtown Palo Alto parking garage, the department said Friday.
Small plane crashes in remote area south of Livermore
The plane went down about 20 miles southeast of Livermore near the Alameda - Contra Costa county line.
Big rig catches fire after crash on I-580 near Tracy
A crash involving two big rigs is causing a big slowdown for the Friday morning commute through Tracy.
Dow plunges nearly 1,000 points amid sharp drop in U.S. hiring
Signs that the job market is slowing down are renewing investor concerns that the U.S. economy is losing steam.
Chevron moving its headquarters from California to Texas
Chevron Corporation announced Friday it would relocate its headquarters from San Ramon, its California home of more than 140 years, to Houston, Texas before the end of the year.
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SF Laguna Honda Hospital regains certification, welcomes back patients after 2 years
Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center in San Francisco resumed admissions Thursday and welcomed back former residents who had been displaced after the skilled nursing facility had its certification yanked two years ago.
Air Quality advisory for Bay Area extended into Thursday due to smoke from Pedro Fire
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is extending an air quality advisory for the region into Thursday due to wildfire smoke, particularly from the Pedro Fire in Mariposa and Tuolumne counties.
Chocolate lovers may want to limit their consumption, researchers say
Portion control is key, say researchers in examining levels of lead, cadmium and arsenic in cocoa-laden products.
Amazon responsible for recalling risky products on its site, feds say
Defective carbon monoxide detectors and flammable sleepwear are among the recalled products cited in a federal report.
Wildfire smoke linked to heightened risk of dementia diagnosis, new California research finds
When a wildfire rips through your community, your life and home are likely top of mind, but what about your brain health?
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Suspect arrested in brutal killing of homeless man at Palo Alto parking garage
Police arrested a suspect in the killing of a homeless man last week in a downtown Palo Alto parking garage, the department said Friday.
Tenderloin drug enforcement nets 8 arrests, over a pound of narcotics
Police in San Francisco on Thursday confirmed a drug enforcement operation in the Tenderloin District earlier this week resulted in eight suspects being taken into custody and the seizure of over 576 grams of illegal narcotics.
Man suspected in July fatal Berkeley shooting arrested in Oakland
Police in Berkeley on Wednesday arrested a man suspected in the shooting death of a person in early July, the department said.
Daly City man pleads guilty in $55 million mortgage fraud scheme
A real estate professional from Daly City has been convicted for his role in a home mortgage fraud scheme involving more than $50 million in loans, federal officials announced.
San Jose police seek help in cold case murders from 2018, 2020
Police in San Jose are seeking additional leads and released photos in connection with homicides that took place in 2018 and 2020, with the hope of solving the cold cases.
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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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San Francisco mayor raises transgender flag at city hall for Transgender History Month
Members and supporters of San Francisco's transgender community joined Mayor London Breed and state Sen. Scott Wiener to kick off the third annual Transgender History Month by raising the transgender flag over City Hall on Thursday.
California bans rules requiring schools to notify parents of child's pronoun change
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law barring school districts from passing policies requiring schools to notify parents if their child asks to change their gender identification.
San Leandro hosts city's first official Pride celebration
San Leandro is hosting its first Pride celebration and organizers spoke to KPIX about the decision to launch the celebration now.
San Francisco bookstore fights censorship of LGBT books
One San Francisco bookstore is fighting book bans by shipping LGBT+ books to directly the Deep South for free.
Advocates urge mpox vaccines with cases on the rise
Public health officials came armed with a serious message for Pride Month: Get vaccinated against mpox.
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Photos: The Rolling Stones rock packed crowd at Levi's Stadium
Legendary British rockers the Rolling Stones delivered a set of hits and songs from their latest album 'Hackney Diamonds' to a capacity crowd at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara Wednesday night.
Photos: Chicano Batman brings Latin dance party to Stern Grove
Genre-smashing Los Angeles "psychedelic soul" band Chicano Batman delivered an electrifying set of Latin grooves to a packed Stern Grove Sunday afternoon.
Remembering San Francisco Giants legend Willie Mays
San Francisco Giants legend and Hall of Famer Willie Mays died on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at the age of 93.
Photos: Hangtown MX media day 2024
A day before the big event, Hangtown MX held media day with riders doing test runs on the track in Rancho Cordova.
Aurora borealis seen from Marin County
The northern lights were visible in the Bay Area thanks to a powerful geomagnetic storm.
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Veterans advocate goes the extra mile to celebrate WWII sailor's 100th birthday
A San Mateo man who serves formerly unhoused military veterans is expanding his mission to reach more of the county's 24,000 veterans.
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.
Marin therapy dog group for first responders expands nationwide
A Marin County woman who provides four-legged emotional support for first responders has expanded her nonprofit across the country.
Group offering free surfing lessons to SF youth continue mission into second decade
Now into its second decade, a San Francisco nonprofit has been giving inner city kids free surfing lessons. For many, it's their first time in the ocean.
Faith-based nonprofit helps young people build self-confidence
A woman who experienced bullying as a middle school student has spent the last 22 years giving young people a safe place to belong and grow.
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SRA scholar juggles Cal studies with family duties
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.
Students Rising Above scholar recalls growing up with undocumented immigrant parents
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?
Hard-working student shoulders a load working while attending Ivy League college
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.
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.