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Cooler temperatures help firefighters battle California blazes
Wildfires in California have already burned nearly three times as much acreage than during all of 2023.
Sex offender at BottleRock, Pine Street Spring festivals denied request for new sentence
A Richmond man who was convicted of sexually assaulting two women at separate music festivals in Napa County in 2019 was denied his request for a new sentence this week.
Overdue Yosemite backpacker found dead weeks later
A man who was scheduled to return from a backpacking trip in Yosemite National Park in late August was found dead on Saturday, park officials said.
49ers' McCaffrey placed on injured reserve; will miss at least 4 more games
The 49ers placed Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve because of his lingering calf and Achilles tendon injuries.
Truck driving offroad sparks grass fire and burns near Livermore Friday night
Firefighters in Alameda County extinguished a vegetation fire that broke out late Friday night in an unincorporated area near Livermore.
3 U.S. citizens, 2 Spaniards held over alleged plot to "destabilize" Venezuela
Three American citizens, two Spaniards and a Czech citizen have been detained in Venezuela on suspicion of plotting to destabilize the country through "violent actions."
Partial lane closures on I-80 in San Francisco, starting Monday
Two eastbound and two westbound lanes of Interstate 80 in San Francisco will be closed nightly for repairs starting Monday, Caltrans announced.
Jane's Addiction band members get into fight at Boston show
Members of the alternative band Jane's Addiction were seen fighting onstage at their show in Boston Friday night.
Funeral held for Turkish-American activist Aysenur Eygi
Aysenur Eygi, a Turkish-American activist who was likely killed by Israeli forces in the West Bank, was buried on Saturday.
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Trump supporters, opponents rally in Woodside before fundraiser
Bay Area supporters proudly waved flags as they hoped to greet former President Donald Trump as he passed through the Peninsula for a Friday evening fundraiser that also drew a crowd of detractors.
Why boosting the Child Tax Credit has become a key issue for Harris, Trump
Government figures show it now costs more than $300,000 to raise a child from birth to age 18.
Trump says he would deport migrants in Springfield, Ohio, to Venezuela
Trump told reporters,"We're going to have the largest deportation in the history of our country," starting with Ohio and Colorado — "Springfield and Aurora," he said.
Dispute intensifies between San Mateo Sheriff and deputies' union
A kerfuffle involving the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office and its rank-and-file deputies intensified this week when Sheriff Christina Corpus and the county Board of Supervisors released separate statements about the spat.
2 separate bond measures on SF ballot to fund schools, public health
San Francisco voters will be asked to consider two separate bond measures in the upcoming November election, one for schools and another for investments in medical facilities and public spaces.
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Silicon Valley startup's rogue effort to cool planet met with controversy
A strategy to cool the planet using stratospheric aerosol injection is being tested in the field by a pair of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs.
Petaluma turns purple with plan to eliminate disposable-cup waste
An innovative pilot program underway in Petaluma may serve as a roadmap for the rest of the world on an approach to reduce single-use plastic waste and limit the risks to our planet.
Process to recycle plastics indefinitely being developed at UC Berkeley
A new process to recycle existing plastics indefinitely and reduce the flood of plastics into landfills is being developed by scientists at the University of California, Berkeley.
As heat records continue to fall, scientists still optimistic about climate strategy
2023 was the hottest year on record but scientists are expecting this year will surpass it given the blistering summer heat wave that had California and many Bay Area counties setting new records.
Oakland Unified debuts all-electric fleet of school buses; 1st in the nation
The Oakland Unified School District is rolling out the nation's first all-electric school bus fleet and providing a template to move away from pollution-producing diesel buses.
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.
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49ers' McCaffrey placed on injured reserve; will miss at least 4 more games
The 49ers placed Christian McCaffrey on injured reserve because of his lingering calf and Achilles tendon injuries.
Cease strikes out 10 as Padres blank Giants
Dylan Cease struck out 10 in six shutout innings and the Padres beat the Giants 5-0 on Friday night.
Rookie Brady Basso leads A's past White Sox for first major league win
The Oakland A's handed the White Sox their 16th consecutive home loss with a 2-0 victory on Friday night.
49ers' McCaffrey ruled out for Minnesota game; may go on injured reserve
The San Francisco 49ers announced that star running back Christian McCaffrey, who missed the season opener because of injuries, will also miss the Week 2 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday and could miss additional time.
Walnut Creek Olympic wrestling gold medalist gets hometown celebration
The 20-year-old wrestler who won gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics is set to celebrate her victory in her hometown of Walnut Creek.
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California sees significant election official turnover amid threats, misinformation: "I started having panic attacks"
A CBS News California investigation found roughly half of California voters will have someone new to the job running their presidential election this year.
California Public School teachers don't get paid family leave. After Newsom vetoed a bill to change that, lawmakers are trying again.
California lawmakers are trying again to give public school teachers paid family leave. Critics worry it could come at the actual expense of students.
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.
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First Alert Weather Saturday morning forecast
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First Alert Weather Friday night forecast 9-13-24
Meteorologist Darren Peck says the chances we'll see rain by the end of the weekend have risen.
Friday morning First Alert Weather forecast 9/13/24
Jessica Burch shows us how long below-normal conditions across the Bay Area will last. 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 9-12-24
Chief meteorologist Paul Heggen says you can expect a cool weekend.
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First Alert Weather Saturday morning forecast
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PIX Now morning edition 9-14-24
CBS News Bay Area morning edition headlines for Sept. 14, 2024. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
Fashion industry grapples with "deadstock"
Fashion designers are showcasing their upcoming collections at New York Fashion Week. But beyond the runway, there's a growing awareness of "deadstock," which are unsold items and the materials used to create them. Here's the impact the that deadstock is having on the fashion industry.
Justin Timberlake pleads guilty
Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while ability impaired on Friday. It's a lesser offense than the driving under intoxication charge he faced after being arrested this summer. As part of the plea, Timberlake agreed to make a public service announcement, which he did immediately after leaving court.
More than 36,000 pot plants seized in Sacramento County cartel bust
Thousands of illegal marijuana plants were seized in a two-day operation in South Sacramento County this week, the result of drug-cartel operations, according to the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office.
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
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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
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
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
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
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
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)
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Partial lane closures on I-80 in San Francisco, starting Monday
Two eastbound and two westbound lanes of Interstate 80 in San Francisco will be closed nightly for repairs starting Monday, Caltrans announced.
Knife-wielding man in Palo Alto exposes himself, assaults children in vehicle
A man climbed into a parked vehicle and touched his exposed penis while holding a knife against a 7-year-old boy in Palo Alto early Friday, police said.
Trump supporters, opponents rally in Woodside before fundraiser
Bay Area supporters proudly waved flags as they hoped to greet former President Donald Trump as he passed through the Peninsula for a Friday evening fundraiser that also drew a crowd of detractors.
Police shooting at Powell Street BART Station in San Francisco injures 1; station reopened
A police shooting of an allegedly armed man at the Powell Street BART station in San Francisco Friday morning closed the station for almost two hours, authorities said.
Dispute intensifies between San Mateo Sheriff and deputies' union
A kerfuffle involving the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office and its rank-and-file deputies intensified this week when Sheriff Christina Corpus and the county Board of Supervisors released separate statements about the spat.
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Truck driving offroad sparks grass fire and burns near Livermore Friday night
Firefighters in Alameda County extinguished a vegetation fire that broke out late Friday night in an unincorporated area near Livermore.
Man killed in deadly Orinda road-rage shooting identified
Orinda Police and the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office identified a man who was shot and killed on Thursday following an incident involving two drivers.
BART service stopped between Hayward and Fremont due to equipment issue on tracks
BART service has stopped between the Hayward and Fremont stations in the East Bay on Friday afternoon because of an equipment problem on the tracks.
Suspects arrested in sideshow near Bay Bridge after car chase
Two suspects were arrested in connection with a sideshow in Oakland early Friday morning after a car chase that ended in a crash.
Suspect in fatal 2023 stabbing in Pleasanton arrested in Oakland
A woman suspected in the 2023 fatal stabbing of a man inside his home in Pleasanton was arrested, authorities said Friday.
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Silicon Valley startup's rogue effort to cool planet met with controversy
A strategy to cool the planet using stratospheric aerosol injection is being tested in the field by a pair of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs.
San Jose business owners affected by retail theft rally to support Prop 36
Business owners in a Vietnamese American neighborhood in San Jose are voicing support for Proposition 36 in hopes it will relieve rampant retail theft at their businesses.
San Jose 9-year-old's podcast on family's journey gains national recognition
Nine-year-old Ameya Desai was at Williams Elementary School, when she heard some of her friends and classmates talking about wars and conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
Pedestrian struck, killed on Highway 101 in San Jose
A pedestrian was killed early Thursday morning on northbound U.S. Highway 101 in San Jose, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Stockton man accused of murder following deadly San Jose shooting
A Central Valley man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a deadly shooting in East San Jose late last month.
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Sex offender at BottleRock, Pine Street Spring festivals denied request for new sentence
A Richmond man who was convicted of sexually assaulting two women at separate music festivals in Napa County in 2019 was denied his request for a new sentence this week.
Battle brewing over proposed 9-story condo development in Sausalito
Residents, housing advocates and a developer are battling over a first-of-its kind development in the downtown historic district of Sausalito.
Teen arrested after Tamalpais High School District cancels classes over threats
Authorities arrested a Marin County teen for allegedly threatening school violence, prompting the cancellation of classes for an entire school district Friday.
14-year-old arrested after Petaluma high schools threatened on social media
Threats of violence against two Petaluma schools posted on social media on Wednesday resulted in the arrest of a 14-year-old, authorities said Thursday.
Ukiah police arrest man after he allegedly accosted, followed teen girls
Ukiah police this week arrested a man they say has a history of harassing women and violating parole hours after his release from jail when he allegedly accosted two teenage girls and got into their vehicle.
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San Jose to create cultural shopping district to support local businesses
The San Jose City Council on Tuesday decided to move forward with the creation of a new business district on the east side of town.
East Bay siblings bake cookies, create nonprofit to help families in need
A pair of East Bay siblings are helping support families in need using a cookie recipe that has been in their family for generations.
Beloved birds taken from Concord shop, including well-known cockatoo "Tofu"
A pet store owner in Concord is asking the community to be on the lookout for two stolen birds, one of them an umbrella cockatoo with a very distinct voice.
Oakland Chinatown hosts first-ever night market
The streets of Oakland Chinatown were busy Saturday for the first-ever Night Market.
East Oakland high school sports stars boost community pride
East Oakland's Castlemont High School will be hosting an L.A. football team on Saturday. But before they compete against each other on the field, they teamed up on Friday for a day of service at nearby East Oakland Pride Elementary School.
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Sex offender at BottleRock, Pine Street Spring festivals denied request for new sentence
A Richmond man who was convicted of sexually assaulting two women at separate music festivals in Napa County in 2019 was denied his request for a new sentence this week.
Truck driving offroad sparks grass fire and burns near Livermore Friday night
Firefighters in Alameda County extinguished a vegetation fire that broke out late Friday night in an unincorporated area near Livermore.
Partial lane closures on I-80 in San Francisco, starting Monday
Two eastbound and two westbound lanes of Interstate 80 in San Francisco will be closed nightly for repairs starting Monday, Caltrans announced.
Jane's Addiction band members get into fight at Boston show
Members of the alternative band Jane's Addiction were seen fighting onstage at their show in Boston Friday night.
Knife-wielding man in Palo Alto exposes himself, assaults children in vehicle
A man climbed into a parked vehicle and touched his exposed penis while holding a knife against a 7-year-old boy in Palo Alto early Friday, police said.
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2 separate bond measures on SF ballot to fund schools, public health
San Francisco voters will be asked to consider two separate bond measures in the upcoming November election, one for schools and another for investments in medical facilities and public spaces.
Opioid deaths now lowest in 3 years, but still worse than pre-pandemic
Drug overdose deaths from opioids such as heroin and fentanyl have fallen from a peak in 2023.
Social media fuels fentanyl crisis by providing easy access to drug dealers
Experts, law enforcement and children's advocates say companies like Snap, TikTok and Meta are not doing enough to keep children safe.
High levels of lead found in 12 cinnamon brands. List to avoid.
A third of the cinnamon powders and spice mixtures tested yielded alarming results, advocacy group's study finds.
Bay Area surgeon says AI is advancing rapidly into hospitals and operating rooms
Artificial intelligence is already making its way into hospitals, where doctors say it could be a game changer impacting everything from diagnostics to treatment to research.
Bay Area Crime
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Sex offender at BottleRock, Pine Street Spring festivals denied request for new sentence
A Richmond man who was convicted of sexually assaulting two women at separate music festivals in Napa County in 2019 was denied his request for a new sentence this week.
Knife-wielding man in Palo Alto exposes himself, assaults children in vehicle
A man climbed into a parked vehicle and touched his exposed penis while holding a knife against a 7-year-old boy in Palo Alto early Friday, police said.
Teen arrested after Tamalpais High School District cancels classes over threats
Authorities arrested a Marin County teen for allegedly threatening school violence, prompting the cancellation of classes for an entire school district Friday.
Man killed in deadly Orinda road-rage shooting identified
Orinda Police and the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office identified a man who was shot and killed on Thursday following an incident involving two drivers.
Police shooting at Powell Street BART Station in San Francisco injures 1; station reopened
A police shooting of an allegedly armed man at the Powell Street BART station in San Francisco Friday morning closed the station for almost two hours, authorities said.
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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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Oakland Pride Parade and Festival expected to draw nearly 50,000 people
This Sunday, downtown Oakland will come alive with color, music, and celebration as big crowds gather for the 14th Annual Oakland Pride Parade and Festival.
San Francisco's Riot Party celebrates progress in fight for LGBT rights
The Riot Party held at Kapwa Gardens was a powerful reminder of the progress made in the fight for LGBTQ rights and the work that remains.
Oakland delegate to Democratic National Convention revels in possibility of Harris presidency
Oakland native Shay Franco-Clausen arrived at the Democratic National Convention hoping to witness history with fellow Oakland native Kamala Harris officially accepting the party’s nomination to run for President. Ryan Yamamoto reports.
Longtime SF transgender activist looks back on the Tenderloin's history
In the heart of San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, one figure stands out as a beacon of resilience and a living testament to the community's transformation.
SFFD Chief Jeanine Nicholson humbled at retirement tribute; "I put my all into it, folks"
As if it were just another day at work, San Francisco Fire Chief Jeanine Nicholson spoke to city leaders and colleagues who had gathered to celebrate her retirement at the city's fire department headquarters Wednesday.
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Claim sent to Oakland by family of Tuan Le, who was killed while undercover in 2023
Oakland police officer Tuan Le's family sent a letter to Oakland, claiming he was placed in unreasonable danger.
Photos: Songwriter Lucinda Williams dazzles at Stern Grove
Grammy-winning country-blues songwriter Lucinda Williams and her band put on a show-stopping performance at Stern Grove in San Francisco on Sunday, Aug. 18.
Outside Lands 2024: Photos from Sunday
This year's edition of Outside Lands came to an eclectic close Sunday with sets from headliner Sturgill Simpson, rising star Chappell Roan, rapper-turned-country-singer Post Malone and more.
Outside Lands 2024: Photos from Saturday
Outside Lands 2024 delivered another diverse line-up of music Saturday with sets from main stage headliner Sabrina Carpenter, club icon Grace Jones, Australian pub punks Amyl and the Sniffers and more.
Outside Lands 2024: Photos from Friday
Music fans turned out in droves for the first day of the Outside Lands Music Festival on Friday, taking in sets by Reneé Rapp, Shaboozey, Tyla, Young the Giant and many more.
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San Mateo woman wins fight to reopen aquatic therapy center
The only therapeutic pool of its kind on the Peninsula is back open again, thanks in large part to one local woman who dived in to save it.
Burlingame store owner has been a longtime pillar of the Broadway business district
A local shop owner who some call the Mayor of the Broadway business district in Burlingame has long been the go-to person when area merchants have a problem.
Swimming program serving Bay Area children with special needs celebrates 33 years
Swimming lessons are not simply a summer activity but a weekly highlight for differently-abled children in a popular aquatic program that has lasted for more than three decades.
Marin couple's work to keep seniors fed continues into their own golden years
A Marin County couple is kicking off their 20th year making sure senior citizens don't go hungry, and they have no plans to retire even though they're older than some of the people they serve.
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.
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SRA scholar charts new life path with support of North Bay family
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
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.