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Santa Rosa juvenile arrests for gun possession soar by 500%, police say
The number of juveniles arrested in possession of firearms has soared 500 percent this year, say Santa Rosa police who blame an increase in gang violence.
7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes off the southern Philippines: Tsunami warning issued
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said based on the magnitude and location it expected tsunami waves to hit the southern Philippines and parts of Indonesia, Palau and Malaysia.
United Auto Workers calls for cease-fire in Gaza
Other labor organizations have shared their support for a cease-fire in the war-torn region.
S.F. Mission District restaurateurs: Center bike lanes bad for business
After the city introduced center bike lanes on Valencia Street in the Mission, small business owners say the design has driven away customers.
Let's Glow SF illuminates San Francisco landmarks for holiday season
San Francisco was glowing Friday night as the light switch was turned on for Let's Glow SF.
LAHSA activates winter shelter program in response to homeless killings
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority Friday activated its winter shelter program in an attempt to provide additional safety for unhoused individuals in response to the fatal shootings of three homeless people in separate attacks.
World AIDS Day commemorated at evening vigil in San Jose
On World AIDS Day, a solemn gathering at the Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center in San Jose honored the memory of those lost.
Oakland renter eviction cases soar after years-long moratorium sunsets
The Alameda County Court is overwhelmed with eviction cases months after a COVID-era moratorium on evictions was lifted.
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.
Food For Bay Area Families
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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.
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.
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.
CBS News Bay Area supports local food banks on Paramount Community Day
With inflation and a rising cost of living, the need for aid at local food banks has doubled, which means so has the need for volunteers.
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MacDonald and Duclair score twice, Sharks beat Devils for 1st road win
The San Jose Sharks beat the New Jersey Devils 6-3 on Friday night for their first road win this season.
Curry, Thompson come up big as Warriors hold off Clippers 120-114
The undermanned Golden State Warriors held off the Los Angeles Clippers 120-114 on Thursday night.
Bruins blank the Sharks to stop 3-game skid
The Boston Bruins snapped a three-game losing streak with a 3-0 win over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night.
Brock Purdy focuses on Eagles instead of injury as 49ers return to Philadelphia
Brock Purdy's focus headed into his biggest regular-season start as a pro is on the Eagles and their stout defense instead of on the disappointment of his previous trip to Philadelphia that ended in a significant elbow injury.
The 49ers keep quiet headed into NFC title game rematch against the Eagles
The San Francisco 49ers had plenty to say after they lost the NFC title game last season to the Philadelphia Eagles while playing much of the game without a functioning quarterback.
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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.
BART on the Brink
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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.
First Alert Weather
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First Alert Weather
First Alert Weather Saturday morning forecast 12-2-23
with Paul Heggen
First Alert Weather Friday night forecast 12-1-23
Paul Heggen has the Bay Area microclimate weekend forecast.
How El Niño conditions are shaping up to impact the Bay Area in December and beyond
Paul Heggen looks at what models are indicating an El Niño winter will bring to the Bay Area as far as increased precipitation (11-30-2023)
First Alert Weather Friday morning forecast 12-1-2023
Jessica Burch on the unsettled weather expected in the North Bay over the next two days
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First Alert Weather Saturday morning forecast 12-2-23
with Paul Heggen
PIX Now morning edition 12-2-23
CBS News Bay Area morning edition headlines for Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app. Website: http://kpix.com
Let's Glow SF illuminates city landmarks for holiday season
San Francisco was glowing Friday night as the light switch was turned on for Let's Glow SF. Andrea Nakano reports. (12-1-23)
S.F. Mission District restaurateurs slam center bike lanes on Valencia
After the city introduced center bike lanes on Valencia Street in the Mission, small business owners say the design has driven away customers. Betty Yu reports. (12-1-23)
World AIDS Day commemorated in San Jose
On World AIDS Day, a solemn gathering at the Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center in San Jose honored the memory of those lost. Kelsi Thorud reports (12-1-23)
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
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
Unemployment rate rises in California
The latest jobs report shows the unemployment rate is now up to 4.8% statewide, the second-highest rate in the country behind Nevada. CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks former EDD Director Michael Bernick about California's payroll jobs showing a bit of a rebound, and which sectors are seeing the biggest job growth
SF & Peninsula News
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S.F. Mission District restaurateurs: Center bike lanes bad for business
After the city introduced center bike lanes on Valencia Street in the Mission, small business owners say the design has driven away customers.
Let's Glow SF illuminates San Francisco landmarks for holiday season
San Francisco was glowing Friday night as the light switch was turned on for Let's Glow SF.
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.
Former Supreme Court Justice O'Connor had close ties to Bay Area
Prior to making history as the first woman ever to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, Sandra Day O'Connor got her start in the San Mateo County District Attorney's Office in 1952 when she agreed to work without pay.
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.
East Bay News
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Oakland renter eviction cases soar after years-long moratorium sunsets
The Alameda County Court is overwhelmed with eviction cases months after a COVID-era moratorium on evictions was lifted.
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.
Oakland cafe plans to be community hub to discuss crime prevention
Kinfolx is a coffee shop, wine bar and community space located in downtown Oakland, but like many other businesses they are all dealing with the same issue.
Car fire burning near Oakland Coliseum produces think black smoke by I-880
Fire crews in Oakland responded to a vehicle fire that was burning near I-880 late Friday morning, authorities confirmed.
Suspect arrested in connection with deadly October shooting at Oakley party
An 18-year-old man was arrested Thursday in connection with a shooting in Oakley that killed a 16-year-old boy and injured three other people in October, according to police.
South Bay News
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World AIDS Day commemorated at evening vigil in San Jose
On World AIDS Day, a solemn gathering at the Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center in San Jose honored the memory of those lost.
VTA, San Jose announce plans for affordable housing
The city of San Jose and the VTA are announcing plans to move forward with the construction of affordable housing on land owned by the transit agency.
Amid vacancies, South Bay landlords offering concessions, free rent
High rents have become a fact of life in the Bay Area. But as landlords try to deal with increasing vacancies, some are trying to sweeten the deal for apartment hunters with incentives, including free rent.
2 arrested after illegal weapons, drug cache found in South San Jose mobile home
Two men were arrested on felony charges after illegal weapons and drugs, including ecstasy and fentanyl, were found at inside a mobile home in South San Jose, prosecutors said Thursday.
Watch: San Jose road rage incident leaves dog critically injured; suspect arrested
A man involved in a violent road rage incident that severely injured a dog earlier this month in San Jose has been arrested, police announced Wednesday.
North Bay News
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Santa Rosa juvenile arrests for gun possession soar by 500%, police say
The number of juveniles arrested in possession of firearms has soared 500 percent this year, say Santa Rosa police who blame an increase in gang violence.
3 teens arrested, weapons found following large gang-related brawl in Santa Rosa
Three teens were arrested and weapons were recovered after police said a large brawl between two rival gangs took place in Santa Rosa on Thursday.
Man arrested following armed robberies, shooting at Vallejo businesses
Police arrested a man in connection with armed robberies and a shooting that took place at two Vallejo businesses on Sunday.
Animal rights activist Wayne Hsuing gets 90 days in jail over protests that shut Sonoma farms
An animal rights activist was sentenced in Sonoma County on Thursday to 90 days in jail and two years of probation.
BottleRock promoters to bring Latin music festival to Napa in June
The promoters behind the music festival BottleRock Napa Valley announced this week that they are bringing Latin music artists to Napa next year for the first annual La Onda Festival.
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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.
Diwali celebrations becoming more prevalent in Bay Area
The tradition of celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Lights, keeps growing in the U.S. and creating a season of events including around the Bay Area.
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Santa Rosa juvenile arrests for gun possession soar by 500%, police say
The number of juveniles arrested in possession of firearms has soared 500 percent this year, say Santa Rosa police who blame an increase in gang violence.
7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes off the southern Philippines: Tsunami warning issued
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said based on the magnitude and location it expected tsunami waves to hit the southern Philippines and parts of Indonesia, Palau and Malaysia.
S.F. Mission District restaurateurs: Center bike lanes bad for business
After the city introduced center bike lanes on Valencia Street in the Mission, small business owners say the design has driven away customers.
Let's Glow SF illuminates San Francisco landmarks for holiday season
San Francisco was glowing Friday night as the light switch was turned on for Let's Glow SF.
LAHSA activates winter shelter program in response to homeless killings
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority Friday activated its winter shelter program in an attempt to provide additional safety for unhoused individuals in response to the fatal shootings of three homeless people in separate attacks.
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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.
E-bike injury trend prompts Marin County supervisor to restrict use to 16-year-olds and up
A Marin County supervisor and mother is sounding the alarm about the dangers of youth riding e-bikes after two trauma doctors alerted her to a concerning spike in injuries related to e-bikes since the Covid pandemic began.
Bay Area Crime
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Santa Rosa juvenile arrests for gun possession soar by 500%, police say
The number of juveniles arrested in possession of firearms has soared 500 percent this year, say Santa Rosa police who blame an increase in gang violence.
2 homeless people killed, another 3 wounded in Las Vegas shooting
This comes after Los Angeles officials reported Friday that they are seeking a suspected serial killer in the murders of three homeless people this week.
Ex-correctional officer at Dublin women's prison gets 5 years for sexually abusing inmates
A federal correctional officer has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for sexually abusing two inmates at a women's prison in California where the warden and other employees were charged with similar conduct.
Oakland cafe plans to be community hub to discuss crime prevention
Kinfolx is a coffee shop, wine bar and community space located in downtown Oakland, but like many other businesses they are all dealing with the same issue.
3 teens arrested, weapons found following large gang-related brawl in Santa Rosa
Three teens were arrested and weapons were recovered after police said a large brawl between two rival gangs took place in Santa Rosa on Thursday.
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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.
LGBTQ+
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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: 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.
Photos: Arctic Monkeys deliver powerhouse set of hits at Chase Center
British rock favorites the Arctic Monkeys played a career-spanning set of songs at San Francisco's Chase Center Tuesday with support from celebrated Irish post-punk band Fontaines D.C.
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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.