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Off-duty pilot indicted in alleged attempt to shut down plane's engines
The Portland, Oregon, grand jury indicted Joseph David Emerson, 44, on lesser charges than state prosecutors had originally sought deciding he didn't seek to injure anybody.
Suspect in San Francisco Nob Hill drives away in stolen van with dog inside
San Francisco police said a dog was taken when a suspect drove away in a stolen van Tuesday afternoon.
Cameras capture thief stealing Christmas tree off SUV in San Mateo shopping center
Surveillance footage captured a Grinch-like crime in San Mateo last week where a thief brazenly stole a Christmas tree off the roof of a nSUV parked at a shopping center.
Biden says he's "not sure" he'd be running if Trump weren't
President Biden made the comment during a campaign fundraiser in Boston on Tuesday.
U.S. promises aid, field hospital in Gaza as Israel-Hamas war expands
The U.S. government says it will help establish a field hospital in Gaza as Israel expands its war against Hamas into the south of the Palestinian territory.
San Francisco State University faculty hold 1-day strike over wages, workloads
Banging on drums and chanting, hundreds of striking San Francisco State University faculty and supporters gathered in front of the university president's office Tuesday to demand better wages and improvements to workloads they see as unmanageable.
Update: Northbound lanes of I-680 reopen after fatal multi-vehicle crash in Martinez
A deadly collision involving multiple vehicles on northbound I-680 past Highway 4 in Martinez shut down lanes for hours Tuesday morning as authorities investigated the incident.
Body found near Oakland's Clinton Park investigated as suspicious death
Police in Oakland are investigating a body found Tuesday morning a block away from Clinton Park as a suspicious death, authorities confirmed.
Levi's Stadium among host venues for 2024 Copa America soccer tournament
CONMEBOL, South America's soccer federation, has announced the 14 cities that will host matches at the 2024 Copa América as the tournament returns to the United States for the first time since 2016.
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North Bay food bank sees fast-growing need for their service
Even in fertile agriculture regions like the North Bay counties there are people going hungry who the Redwood Empire Food Bank helps every day.
Click to help Food for Bay Area Families bring needed relief to local food banks
Food banks across the San Francisco Bay Area are struggling to meet the growing need even as federal commodity programs are providing less product to distribute, grocery store donations are waning and cash gifts don't go nearly as far as inflation hovers near a 40-year high.
Man who faced with food scarcity as SJSU student keeps people fed at Fremont hospital
A Bay Area resident who sometimes struggled to get meals while in college has found success in a career where his main job is to make sure people are fed.
Boy Scouts support Bay Area food banks with annual campaign
Bay Area members of the Boy Scouts of America helped to collect thousands of pounds of donations for local food banks this month as part of an annual campaign to help those in need.
North Bay food bank provides assistance to the sight-impaired
A Santa Rosa food bank is providing special assistance for the vision-impaired community in the North Bay.
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Levi's Stadium among host venues for 2024 Copa America soccer tournament
CONMEBOL, South America's soccer federation, has announced the 14 cities that will host matches at the 2024 Copa América as the tournament returns to the United States for the first time since 2016.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts reveals Shohei Ohtani meeting as free agent mulls next move
Shohei Ohtani met with the Los Angeles Dodgers a few days ago at Dodger Stadium, manager Dave Roberts revealed at the winter meetings.
New minor league team the Oakland Ballers announce schedule
The East Bay's new baseball team, the Oakland Ballers, have announced their schedule for the team's upcoming inaugural season in the independent Pioneer League.
Who is Dom DiSandro? Meet Eagles' head of security who was ejected from 49ers game
Philadelphia Eagles head of security Dom DiSandro was ejected from Sunday's loss against the 49ers after an altercation with linebacker Dre Greenlaw.
49ers roll over Eagles 42-19 in heated rematch
The 49ers talked the talk all offseason and backed it up with a convincing 42-19 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday.
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Warm, wet winter may usher in longer allergy season
Experts are predicting strong El Niño conditions this winter with heavier rains and warmer temperatures. Those factors combined with the rising carbon dioxide levels causing climate change could actually worsen allergies and asthma.
Berkeley kids plant tiny forests in fight to slow climate change
Berkeley students led by their science teacher are planting tiny micro forests to curb the impacts of climate change.
Port of SF, US Army Corps plan to raise landmark Ferry Building due to rising sea levels
In order to combat the impacts of sea level rise, the Port of San Francisco and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are planning on raising the iconic, historic Ferry Building by as much as seven feet.
Majestic emperor penguins threatened by climate change
Emperor penguins are not simply majestic. These birds are tough creatures who manage to survive in some of the harshest weather conditions imaginable.
Rising sea levels threaten San Francisco waterfront landmarks
The San Francisco waterfront is home to some of the most iconic landmarks, historic districts, and stunning views in the world, but the critical gateway and economic backbone to the city is threatened by rising sea levels.
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BART funding puzzle challenges transit officials
With ridership less than half what it was pre-pandemic, BART needs to come up with a new source of funding fast.
What would the Bay Area be like without BART? A look at the past gives a glimpse
Funding concerns have previously brought BART's future into question, and while it secured funding, what would the Bay Area be like if it had not?
VR360: BART enthusiast still optimistic about system's future despite current issues
Despite the problems plaguing BART, some riders are happy to continue using the transit system they love and are optimistic it will recover.
BART commuters say crime, open drug use is keeping people away from the transit system
BART is on the brink, and it's not just remote work keeping passengers away.
BART's San Jose extension years away as project, ridership fall far short of expectations
BART enables San Francisco residents to make a South Bay commute between home and office seamlessly without owning a car.
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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.
Banko Brown's father speaks out about his killing; 'Like an old lynching'
The father of Banko Brown, the man shot dead by a security guard at a San Francisco Walgreens store, spoke publicly about the killing for the first time Wednesday after retaining civil rights attorney John Burris.
Long-lost photos of Japanese Americans provide poignant glimpse into NorCal history
A chance discovery of a box of photos in a Yuba County storage locker is giving people a unique insight into their community after local historians took it upon themselves to document an important moment in time.
Dark moments on Golden Gate Bridge led to life transforming medical procedure
You never know what life is going to throw in your path. Just ask Debbie Menzies.
Exclusive: Antioch Police Chief Steven Ford on racist text scandal, troubled department
On the one-year anniversary of his taking the job, Antioch police chief Steven Ford addressed the racist texting scandal embroiling his department in a frank discussion with KPIX reporter Katie Nielsen.
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Tuesday morning weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 12-5-2023
Tuesday morning's fog will eventually burn off, but there is still wet weather on the horizon for the Bay Area, according to KPIX meteorologist Jessica Burch.
Dense fog blankets much of the Bay Area Tuesday morning
The National Weather Service forecast in the greater San Francisco Bay Area on Tuesday morning called for patchy dense fog in the morning before skies gradually clear for sunshine.
Dense fog blankets Bay Area Tuesday morning
Team coverage of dense fog advisory in effect for much of the region (12-5-2023)
Monday evening weather forecast with Paul Heggen - 12/4/23
Expect dry conditions in the Bay Area on Tuesday, as a weather system brings rain to the Pacific Northwest. By midweek, the wet weather will shift south, bringing showers to the region on Wednesday. Paul Heggen has the forecast. (12/4/23)
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PIX Now Afternoon Edition 12-5-23
CBS News Bay Area afternoon edition headlines for Tuesday Dec. 5, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
SFSU faculty picket outside campus during one-day strike
Anne Makovec reports on rolling Cal State University faculty strike coming to San Francisco State (12-5-2023)
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao addresses planned pro-Palestinian teach-in, holiday safe shopping plan
Anne Makovec interviews Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao about controversial planned teach-in on conflict in Gaza and promoting holiday shopping in her city (12-5-2023)
Valencia Street small business owners rally to remove disruptive center bike lanes
Anne Makovec reports on Mission District business owners calling for center bike lanes on Valencia Street removed (12-5-2023)
Raw: Surveillance video captures man stealing Christmas tree from roof of parked vehicle
A man is seen removing a Christmas tree from the room of a vehicle in a San Mateo parking lot and driving away after putting the tree in his SUV.
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
Health benefits of going vegan
A new study from Stanford Medicine shows the potential benefits of going vegan. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto spoke to Professor of Medicine at Stanford and senior author of the study, Doctor Christopher Gardner, about the findings.
New Glide CEO has a long history of service to San Francisco
Dr. Gina Fromer is the new president and CEO of Glide, and is a former Glide client herself. She joined CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook to talk about the types of need that Glide is seeing right now, and about some of her goals as she takes on this new role
Pregnancy & pot: New study shows potential risks to babies
Kaiser Permanente looked at more than 360,000 mothers and infants and found types of health risks that could be associated with cannabis use during pregnancy. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto talks to Lyndsay Avalos, PhD, MPH, from Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Division of Research about the findings
RSV cases on the rise
According to the CDC, between 58,000 to 80,000 children under the age of 5 are hospitalized with RSV in the U.S. every year. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto talks to Dr. Dean Winslow, infectious diseases specialist at Stanford Health Care, about the symptoms that parents should be aware of, and what they should do if they're unable to get a shot
Data from wearables reveals risk for premature delivery
We know sleep and movement are important for our health, but now a Stanford study of pregnant women looks at how those two things are linked to the risk for premature death. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Nima Aghaeepour, PhD, associate professor of pediatrics neonatology at Stanford Medicine, about the highlights of the study, and the use of wearables
Wegovy reduces risk of heart problems, study shows
According to a new study from the drugmaker behind Wegovy, a popular drug for weight loss, Wegovy can reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, or heart-related death by 20%. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto talks to Sun Kim, MD, associate professor of medicine at Stanford, about how the drug seems to help the heart, who could benefit from this, and if there are any potential side effects
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Suspect in San Francisco Nob Hill drives away in stolen van with dog inside
San Francisco police said a dog was taken when a suspect drove away in a stolen van Tuesday afternoon.
San Francisco State University faculty hold 1-day strike over wages, workloads
Banging on drums and chanting, hundreds of striking San Francisco State University faculty and supporters gathered in front of the university president's office Tuesday to demand better wages and improvements to workloads they see as unmanageable.
Cameras capture thief stealing Christmas tree off SUV in San Mateo shopping center
Surveillance footage captured a Grinch-like crime in San Mateo last week where a thief brazenly stole a Christmas tree off the roof of a nSUV parked at a shopping center.
How yoga helped a Bay Area Marine veteran find balance in his life
A Marine veteran who teaches yoga at his own San Francisco studio and at prisons says the physical, mental and spiritual practices have transformed his life.
"Barbie" director Greta Gerwig, noted actor Nicolas Cage honored at SFFILM Awards
Two artists with strong ties to Northern California were honored at Monday night's SFFILM Awards in San Francisco.
East Bay News
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Update: Northbound lanes of I-680 reopen after fatal multi-vehicle crash in Martinez
A deadly collision involving multiple vehicles on northbound I-680 past Highway 4 in Martinez shut down lanes for hours Tuesday morning as authorities investigated the incident.
Body found near Oakland's Clinton Park investigated as suspicious death
Police in Oakland are investigating a body found Tuesday morning a block away from Clinton Park as a suspicious death, authorities confirmed.
New minor league team the Oakland Ballers announce schedule
The East Bay's new baseball team, the Oakland Ballers, have announced their schedule for the team's upcoming inaugural season in the independent Pioneer League.
Planned teach-in at Oakland schools would present Palestinian perspective to students
A group of Oakland teachers are planning a "teach-in" Wednesday that shows the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and its history through a Palestinian perspective.
Man accused of driving car into 4 women in San Lorenzo faces attempted murder charge
A man accused of driving his car into four women in San Lorenzo was charged with attempted murder and assault with a deadly weapon, the Alameda County District Attorney's Office said.
South Bay News
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Levi's Stadium among host venues for 2024 Copa America soccer tournament
CONMEBOL, South America's soccer federation, has announced the 14 cities that will host matches at the 2024 Copa América as the tournament returns to the United States for the first time since 2016.
3 arrests announced in August gang-related shooting in East San Jose
Police announced Tuesday the arrests of three people in connection with a gang-related shooting in East San Jose that wounded a man in August.
3 arrested in illegal San Jose casino bust on gambling, drug and gun charges
Police in San Jose on Monday announced the recent arrest of three suspects arrested in connection with an illegal casino operation who are now facing a variety of drug, weapon and other charges.
Woman found dead in San Jose neighborhood; City's 31st homicide of the year
Police in San Jose have launched a homicide investigation after a woman was found dead in a neighborhood over the weekend, in the city's 31st homicide of the year.
Palo Alto considers expanding church safe parking program for homeless
On Monday, the Palo Alto city council will discuss expanding and permanently establishing the Safe Parking program.
North Bay News
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Waterline proposal would help endangered coho salmon, Muir Beach residents
Years of drought have taken a toll on the endangered coho salmon, but a proposed waterline project could help the fish population and a North Bay community.
Update: 27 displaced following 2-alarm fire at Santa Rosa apartment complex
A fire at a Santa Rosa apartment complex on Monday displaced 27 people, fire officials said.
Napa's Festival La Onda announces headliners Maná, Fuerza Regida
BottleRock organizers on Monday announced the line-up for the inaugural Festival La Onda in Napa next summer featuring headliners Maná, Fuerza Regida, Alejandro Fernández and Junior H.
Pedestrian killed in Solano County crash on Highway 37
A vehicle hit and killed a pedestrian on eastbound Highway 37 near Skaggs Road in Solano County early Sunday morning.
Tip leads to arrest of suspect with 43 fraudulent debit cards in Rohnert Park
A tip about a suspicious person using debit cards before sunrise at a Rohnert Park bank led to the arrest of a man with 43 fraudulent debit cards.
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Alameda winter market showcases local businesses, community initiatives
In the heart of downtown Alameda, holiday shopping takes center stage, offering a unique experience for locals and visitors alike.
Oakley seniors train with canes for self-defense
East Bay seniors are learning to defend themselves by any means necessary.
San Francisco Curry Senior Center gets new location in Tenderloin District
San Francisco's troubled Tenderloin gets a lot of attention for its problems, but one of the neighborhood's longtime resources just got a big upgrade.
North Bay food bank provides assistance to the sight-impaired
A Santa Rosa food bank is providing special assistance for the vision-impaired community in the North Bay.
GLIDE Foundation provides San Francisco community with traditional Thanksgiving meal
GLIDE Foundation continues its tradition of feeding residents in the Tenderloin and other city neighborhoods a Thanksgiving meal.
Latest Stories
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Off-duty pilot indicted in alleged attempt to shut down plane's engines
The Portland, Oregon, grand jury indicted Joseph David Emerson, 44, on lesser charges than state prosecutors had originally sought deciding he didn't seek to injure anybody.
Suspect in San Francisco Nob Hill drives away in stolen van with dog inside
San Francisco police said a dog was taken when a suspect drove away in a stolen van Tuesday afternoon.
Biden says he's "not sure" he'd be running if Trump weren't
President Biden made the comment during a campaign fundraiser in Boston on Tuesday.
San Francisco State University faculty hold 1-day strike over wages, workloads
Banging on drums and chanting, hundreds of striking San Francisco State University faculty and supporters gathered in front of the university president's office Tuesday to demand better wages and improvements to workloads they see as unmanageable.
Update: Northbound lanes of I-680 reopen after fatal multi-vehicle crash in Martinez
A deadly collision involving multiple vehicles on northbound I-680 past Highway 4 in Martinez shut down lanes for hours Tuesday morning as authorities investigated the incident.
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Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
AIDS victims remembered with sidewalk inscriptions in San Francisco
The sidewalks of San Francisco's Castro District became the site of a sprawling memorial on World AIDS Day.
Privacy advocates accuse Kaiser of not following state law on license plate readers
A local privacy group accused Kaiser Permanente of violating state law with its license plate readers.
New California mental health court sees more than 100 petitions in first two months
An alternative California mental health court has received more than 100 petitions after seven counties began the program in October.
Warm, wet winter may usher in longer allergy season
Experts are predicting strong El Niño conditions this winter with heavier rains and warmer temperatures. Those factors combined with the rising carbon dioxide levels causing climate change could actually worsen allergies and asthma.
Bay Area Crime
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Suspect in San Francisco Nob Hill drives away in stolen van with dog inside
San Francisco police said a dog was taken when a suspect drove away in a stolen van Tuesday afternoon.
San Francisco State University faculty hold 1-day strike over wages, workloads
Banging on drums and chanting, hundreds of striking San Francisco State University faculty and supporters gathered in front of the university president's office Tuesday to demand better wages and improvements to workloads they see as unmanageable.
Body found near Oakland's Clinton Park investigated as suspicious death
Police in Oakland are investigating a body found Tuesday morning a block away from Clinton Park as a suspicious death, authorities confirmed.
3 arrests announced in August gang-related shooting in East San Jose
Police announced Tuesday the arrests of three people in connection with a gang-related shooting in East San Jose that wounded a man in August.
Cameras capture thief stealing Christmas tree off SUV in San Mateo shopping center
Surveillance footage captured a Grinch-like crime in San Mateo last week where a thief brazenly stole a Christmas tree off the roof of a nSUV parked at a shopping center.
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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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Biden marks Trans Day of Remembrance: "No place for hate in America"
President Biden honored transgender Americans on Trans Day of Remembrance, which falls on Nov. 20 and serves to pay tribute to trans people who have lost their lives to violence.
Laphonza Butler, Newsom's Feinstein replacement, to make LGBT history
Laphonza Butler will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Former KPIX reporter Hank Plante reflects on Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
Gov. Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's LGBTQ protections
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.
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Photos: Depeche Mode delivers decades of hits at Chase Center
Iconic electronic pop band Depeche Mode brought their "Memento Mori Tour" to Chase Center Sunday night, playing hits from the last four-plus decades to a full house.
Photos: Demonstration demanding cease-fire in Gaza shuts down Bay Bridge
Over 100 protesters calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict shut down the westbound Bay Bridge at the height of the morning commute Thursday.
Photos: Rock legends Queen + Adam Lambert play classics at Chase Center
Founding members of Queen Brian May and Roger Taylor brought "The Rhapsody Tour" with singer Adam Lambert to the Chase Center in San Francisco for the first of two nights Wednesday.
Photos: Janelle Monáe brings Age of Pleasure Tour to San Francisco's Bill Graham Civic
R&B maverick Janelle Monáe delivered a splashy, colorful spectacle at the Bill Graham Civic Center in San Francisco Tuesday night, playing fan favorites and songs from her latest effort 'The Age of Pleasure.'
Photos: Family, colleagues and citizens pay tribute to memory of Sen. Dianne Feinstein
A steady stream of mourners, some of them in tears, arrived at San Francisco City Hall Wednesday to pay their respects to the late U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein.
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Oakley woman giving support, opportunities for joy to those with cancer and their families
An Oakley woman has been offering the kind of support and healing that she didn't find readily available when she was diagnosed with cancer.
2 friends lead nonprofit bringing nourishment to needy in South Bay
A pair of volunteers working for a South Bay organization go out of their way to bring warmth and nourishment to the unhoused, not just during the holidays, but all year round.
Hayward teacher using theater to inspire elementary students to dream big
A Hayward teacher is using the timeless work of Shakespeare to inspire his elementary students to dream big.
Man behind Kingmakers of Oakland nonprofit opening doors for students of color
An Oakland man is helping close the racial gap in graduation rates, as a study by the Brookings Institution shows 76% of Black boys complete high school nationwide compared to 87% of white boys.
Santa Rosa Vietnam veteran on a mission to help unhoused military vets
A Vietnam veteran from Santa Rosa has made it his mission to make sure unhoused veterans are not forgotten.
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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.
Santa Rosa college graduate multi-tasking her way to a master's degree, law school
When most people graduate from college, they tend to focus on one job. But this month's Students Rising Above scholar is currently juggling multiple workplace assignments.
Inseparable San Francisco students overcome hardships together
Itohan Ediae and Qien Feng are getting ready to leave for their first year of college and they are taking a lot with them: excitement, nerves, and memories from what has become an extraordinary friendship.
San Francisco teacher set to begin 42nd year teaching kindergarten
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.