BART reporting major delays due to equipment problem in Oakland
A major delay due to an equipment problem is impacting BART trains traveling through Oakland on Wednesday morning.
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Contra Costa Supes approve 384 affordable homes near Bay Point BART
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors approved a proposal for a 384-unit residential development on 7 acres in unincorporated Bay Point on Tuesday.
BART service resumes in East Bay following brush fire
BART service between the Concord and Pleasant Hill BART stations was resumed Thursday evening after service was shut down due to a brush fire burning near the tracks.
Person on track temporarily closes Lake Merritt BART station
A person who was reported on the tracks at the Lake Merritt Station in Oakland on Monday has been detained and the station reopened as of 8:22 p.m., a BART spokesperson confirmed.
Equipment problem causing 'major' delays in BART service
BART is reporting "major" delays due to an equipment problem on a track at the Downtown Oakland station.
Longer BART trains running to Richmond again following electrical repairs
After nearly two months, longer BART trains are running to Richmond again after crews replaced a power cable damaged earlier this year.
VTA approves 1st major contract of Downtown San Jose BART extension
The Board of Directors of the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority unanimously approved the first major contract to building a BART extension into the heart of Silicon Valley.
BART reinstates face mask mandate
BART is now the one Bay Area transit agency where masks are still required. Wilson Walker reports. (4-28-22)
BART Board Votes to Reinstate Temporary Mask Mandate Through July 18
Anne Makovec reports on BART officials renewing a mask mandate for the transit system that extends into the summer (4-28-2022)
BART Board votes to reinstate temporary mask mandate
BART officials on Thursday morning voted to reinstate a mask mandate that will remain in effect into July.
BART Board President Laments Decision Dropping Mask Rules As Agency Considers Reinstating Mandate
Following a federal judge's decision to end mask mandates on public transit, BART bosses told KPIX 5 they had to scramble to draft a proposal to be voted on next week.
BART Officials Consider Reinstating COVID Mask Mandate For Riders
BART riders could soon be required to mask up again while using the transit system. Three BART board members -- Board President Rebecca Saltzman, Bevan Dufty and Janice Li -- are preparing to propose reinstating the mandate.
COVID: Not All Bay Area Transit Agencies Lifting Masking Requirement, Causing Some Confusion
Now that the federal mask mandate is no longer in effect, that doesn't mean it automatically applies for public transportation agencies like Muni and BART.
COVID: Many in San Francisco Will Continue to Wear Masks Despite End of Federal Mandate
People traveling by bus or train in downtown San Francisco Monday were split on whether they'll keep wearing masks after the federal mask mandate was ruled invalid by a federal judge in Florida.
BART Construction Contract May Be Voided Over Possible Conflicts of Interest
BART may have to void most of a $40 million construction contract after it was found that the project manager used to work for the contracted company and that her husband is a current employee, according to a report by the transit agency's Office of the Inspector General.
BART Steps Up Security In Wake Of NYC Subway Mass Shooting
On Tuesday, BART Police deployed every uniformed officer within the system, increasing its presence because of the NYC subway shooting that injured 10 riders.
BART Recovering From Delays After Person Found On Tracks Between Embarcadero / Montgomery Stations
BART train service is recovering after a person on the trackway in downtown San Francisco prompted delays Tuesday morning, according to the transit agency.
NY Mass Shooting: Bay Area Transit Agencies On Alert After Brooklyn Subway Attack
Transit agencies in the San Francisco Bay Area were on alert Tuesday after a gunman shot several people on a New York subway platform.
BART Recovering After Disabled Train in East Bay Causes Major Delays on Antioch Line
A disabled BART train stuck between the Pleasant Hill and Concord stations is causing major delays for the transit system's Antioch line Friday afternoon, according to officials.
UPDATE: Police Activity On BART SFO Millbrae-East Bay Line Causes Major Delays
BART is reporting "major" delays on its San Francisco line in the SFO, Millbrae and East Bay Directions, a spokesperson for the department announced at 7:37 p.m. on Monday.
UPDATE: BART Recovering After Equipment Problem Halts Service Between Colma, 24th St. Mission Stations
BART reported major delays on the system Wednesday afternoon because of an equipment problem on a train near Daly City station.
As Of July 1, Bay Area Cities Must Allow Housing Developments On BART Property
A new California law could help alleviate the Bay Area's lack of affordable housing. On July 1, most Bay Area cities with BART stations must submit a plan to begin allowing development on those properties.
Federal Emergency Funds Push Back BART's Projected Fiscal Cliff To At Least 2025
BART will be able to maintain its current service level through at least mid-2025 due to federal emergency funds, even if its ridership remains flat, according to the transit agency's budget officials.
UPDATE: BART and Caltrain Service Resume in San Bruno After Late-Night Fire
Caltrain and BART service in San Bruno has resumed following a stoppage caused by a fire near train tracks late Saturday night.
BART Sees 2 Consecutive Days Of Record Ridership Since March 2020; Over 138,000 Riders Thursday
Bay Area Rapid Transit reported two days in a row of record ridership since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, as rising gas prices and the continued reopening of offices prompt more people to use transit.
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Restaurant employees cope with rising tide of abusive customers
Security video captured a customer behaving badly -- mistreating a restaurant worker over an order of French fries at Stonestown Mall in San Francisco.
Golden State Warriors fans make mad dash for NBA Finals tickets
NBA Finals tickets go on sale for the general public Saturday afternoon, with many die-hard Warriors fans hoping to score a seat inside Chase Center.
Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
BottleRock Napa Valley brings music, gourmet food to Wine Country
The ninth edition of BottleRock Napa Valley brings three days of music, gourmet food and regional wines to the North Bay this Memorial Day weekend with headliners Metallica, Twenty One Pilots, P!nk and Luke Combs.
Pittsburg church community devastated after early morning fire guts sanctuary
An early morning 2-alarm fire erupted inside Pittsburg's Pentecostals of the Bay Area church Friday leading to a partial collapse of the building
SF Giants manager to skip national anthem following school massacre
San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler will no longer come out for the national anthem before the start of each game following the massacre of schoolchildren and the bungled police response in Uvalde, Texas.
SFPD: officers fatally shot 2 men fighting with knife under I-280 overpass
Police released disturbing video Friday of an officer shooting in San Francisco last week that left two men dead.
Bay Area men plead guilty to firebomb plot at state Democratic HQ
Two Bay Area men face more than 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to planning to firebomb the Democratic Party headquarters in Sacramento.
Santa Cruz Boardwalk attracting more Bay Area 'staycationers' facing high gas prices
High gas prices are forcing some Bay Area families to change their plans this holiday weekend, keeping things local.
Man accused of multiple sexual assaults in Albany, Berkeley, Oakland
The Berkeley Police Department has arrested a man suspected of sexual assaults and kidnapping stemming from cases in Albany, Berkeley, and Oakland, the department announced on Friday.
Reds' Pham and Giants' Pederson in pregame altercation
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Tommy Pham and San Francisco Giants outfielder Joc Pederson were involved in a brief altercation before Friday's series opener at Great American Ball Park.
Body discovered in area burned by wildfire in Monterey County
One person was found dead in the area burned by the King Fire in Monterey County, authorities said Friday.
Jury finds former Oakland Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick was fired in retaliation
A federal jury found that former Oakland Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick was fired in retaliation for blowing the whistle on alleged misconduct within the city's police commission.
Prosecutors: Gilroy police officer lawfully killed suspect who ambushed her
A Gilroy police officer who fatally shot an attempted murder suspect who had ambushed her during a call last September will not face charges, prosecutors said Friday.
Mission lowriders a highlight of San Francisco's returning Carnaval Parade
This Sunday, the Carnaval Grand Parade returns to the streets of San Francisco's Mission, including a procession of lowriders that is always a highlight.
Newsom, New Zealand's Ardern discuss climate change, gun control in SF
Gov. Newsom and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern focused on climate change during their San Francisco summit Friday, but the two leaders also touched on gun control.
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Restaurant employees cope with rising tide of abusive customers
Security video captured a customer behaving badly -- mistreating a restaurant worker over an order of French fries at Stonestown Mall in San Francisco.
Golden State Warriors fans make mad dash for NBA Finals tickets
NBA Finals tickets go on sale for the general public Saturday afternoon, with many die-hard Warriors fans hoping to score a seat inside Chase Center.
Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
Pittsburg church community devastated after early morning fire guts sanctuary
An early morning 2-alarm fire erupted inside Pittsburg's Pentecostals of the Bay Area church Friday leading to a partial collapse of the building
SFPD: officers fatally shot 2 men fighting with knife under I-280 overpass
Police released disturbing video Friday of an officer shooting in San Francisco last week that left two men dead.
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Restaurant employees cope with rising tide of abusive customers
Security video captured a customer behaving badly -- mistreating a restaurant worker over an order of French fries at Stonestown Mall in San Francisco.
Golden State Warriors fans make mad dash for NBA Finals tickets
NBA Finals tickets go on sale for the general public Saturday afternoon, with many die-hard Warriors fans hoping to score a seat inside Chase Center.
Reds' Pham and Giants' Pederson in pregame altercation
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Tommy Pham and San Francisco Giants outfielder Joc Pederson were involved in a brief altercation before Friday's series opener at Great American Ball Park.
Mission lowriders a highlight of San Francisco's returning Carnaval Parade
This Sunday, the Carnaval Grand Parade returns to the streets of San Francisco's Mission, including a procession of lowriders that is always a highlight.
Newsom, New Zealand's Ardern discuss climate change, gun control in SF
Gov. Newsom and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern focused on climate change during their San Francisco summit Friday, but the two leaders also touched on gun control.
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Pittsburg church community devastated after early morning fire guts sanctuary
An early morning 2-alarm fire erupted inside Pittsburg's Pentecostals of the Bay Area church Friday leading to a partial collapse of the building
Man accused of multiple sexual assaults in Albany, Berkeley, Oakland
The Berkeley Police Department has arrested a man suspected of sexual assaults and kidnapping stemming from cases in Albany, Berkeley, and Oakland, the department announced on Friday.
Jury finds former Oakland Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick was fired in retaliation
A federal jury found that former Oakland Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick was fired in retaliation for blowing the whistle on alleged misconduct within the city's police commission.
East Bay scholar travels world collecting stories as citizen journalist
For more than 20 years, KPIX 5 has been telling the stories of Students Rising Above scholars. Now, SRA scholar Brenda Vasquez is leaning into her own story-telling skills as she travels the world.
Suspect sentenced to 13 years in prison in fatal Fremont DUI crash
A Fremont man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison following his conviction related to a hit-and-run, DUI crash that claimed the life of a elderly woman on St. Patrick's Day in 2019.
South Bay News
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Santa Cruz Boardwalk attracting more Bay Area 'staycationers' facing high gas prices
High gas prices are forcing some Bay Area families to change their plans this holiday weekend, keeping things local.
Body discovered in area burned by wildfire in Monterey County
One person was found dead in the area burned by the King Fire in Monterey County, authorities said Friday.
Prosecutors: Gilroy police officer lawfully killed suspect who ambushed her
A Gilroy police officer who fatally shot an attempted murder suspect who had ambushed her during a call last September will not face charges, prosecutors said Friday.
Suspicious death of San Jose woman in February prompts homicide investigation
The death of woman earlier this year in West San Jose is being investigated as a homicide, police said Friday.
2 arrested in April fatal shooting in East San Jose
Police arrested two men in the shooting death last month of another man in East San Jose, authorities said Friday.
North Bay News
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Bay Area men plead guilty to firebomb plot at state Democratic HQ
Two Bay Area men face more than 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to planning to firebomb the Democratic Party headquarters in Sacramento.
BottleRock Napa Valley brings music, gourmet food to Wine Country
The ninth edition of BottleRock Napa Valley brings three days of music, gourmet food and regional wines to the North Bay this Memorial Day weekend with headliners Metallica, Twenty One Pilots, P!nk and Luke Combs.
Partial beach closure at Pt. Reyes over holiday weekend to protect plover nests
A stretch of beach along the Point Reyes National Seashore will be closed over the long holiday weekend to protect snowy plovers during nesting season, park officials said.
Exhibits honor 'Peanuts' creator Charles Schulz on 100th
New exhibits on display are celebrating the upcoming centenary of the birth of "Peanuts" cartoonist Charles Schulz, born in Minnesota on Nov. 26, 1922.
Santa Rosa man arrested on narcotics trafficking after fentanyl found in home
Police in Santa Rosa have arrested a man in connection with a narcotics trafficking case.
Sports
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Rangers rally in 9th again to beat A's
The Rangers scored three runs in the ninth inning for the second consecutive night to beat Oakland 8-5 on Friday.
Ashcraft lifts Reds over Giants following Kapler anthem protest
Rookie Graham Ashcraft earned his first victory as the Reds beat San Francisco 5-1 Friday night following a political protest by Giants manager Gabe Kapler and a scuffle between Tommy Pham and Joc Pederson.
Golden State Warriors fans make mad dash for NBA Finals tickets
NBA Finals tickets go on sale for the general public Saturday afternoon, with many die-hard Warriors fans hoping to score a seat inside Chase Center.
Reds' Pham and Giants' Pederson in pregame altercation
Cincinnati Reds outfielder Tommy Pham and San Francisco Giants outfielder Joc Pederson were involved in a brief altercation before Friday's series opener at Great American Ball Park.
SF Giants manager to skip national anthem following school massacre
San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler will no longer come out for the national anthem before the start of each game following the massacre of schoolchildren and the bungled police response in Uvalde, Texas.
Bay Area Crime
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Restaurant employees cope with rising tide of abusive customers
Security video captured a customer behaving badly -- mistreating a restaurant worker over an order of French fries at Stonestown Mall in San Francisco.
Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
SFPD: officers fatally shot 2 men fighting with knife under I-280 overpass
Police released disturbing video Friday of an officer shooting in San Francisco last week that left two men dead.
Man accused of multiple sexual assaults in Albany, Berkeley, Oakland
The Berkeley Police Department has arrested a man suspected of sexual assaults and kidnapping stemming from cases in Albany, Berkeley, and Oakland, the department announced on Friday.
Body discovered in area burned by wildfire in Monterey County
One person was found dead in the area burned by the King Fire in Monterey County, authorities said Friday.
Technology
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Twitter shareholders sue Elon Musk over claims that he 'deflated' stock price
Twitter shareholders have filed a lawsuit accusing Elon Musk of engaging in "unlawful conduct" aimed at sowing doubt about his bid to buy the social media company.
Apple hikes starting pay for retail workers amid union push
IPhone maker is lifting its minimum wage for store employees to $22 per hour, according to a report.
Marin County leaders pause new short-term rentals along coast
On Tuesday, the Marin County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a moratorium on short term rentals in the county's western communities.
Twitter to pay $150M penalty to feds over privacy of users' data
Twitter will pay a $150 million penalty and put in new safeguards to settle federal regulators' allegations that the San Francisco-based social platform failed to protect the privacy of users' data over a six-year span.
Temporary moratorium on new short-term rentals approved for West Marin County
Marin County temporarily paused its approval Tuesday of new short-term vacation rental permits in West Marin in an effort to protect the area's already scant housing supply.
Health
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2nd probable case of monkeypox identified in Sacramento
Sacramento County public health officials said on Friday they are now looking a second suspected case of monkeypox in the area.
Bill banning declawing of cats in most cases pass state assembly
The declawing of cats for anything other than health reasons could be outlawed in California soon after a bill that halts what animal rights activists say is a painful procedure used primarily to prevent torn furniture and scratched skin passed the assembly Thursday.
CoCo county launching 4 'test to treat' sites to increase access to COVID medication
Health officials in Contra Costa County announced Wednesday the opening of four COVID-19 testing sites this week that will also make prescription medication available for those who test positive.
More baby formula will soon hit store shelves, FDA says
Abbott Nutrition and U.K.-based Kendal Nutricare plan to ship more than 2 million cans of formula.
Contra Costa health officials warn COVID cases, hospitalizations rising
Contra Costa County health officials told the county Board of Supervisors Tuesday that COVID-19 numbers are on the rise.
Politics
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Trump speaks at NRA convention in Texas
This weekend the National Rifle Association is holding its annual convention in Houston. As former president Trump addressed attendees, gun-safety demonstrators rallied outside. Natalie Brand reports. (5-27-22)
Newsom, New Zealand's Ardern discuss climate change, gun control in SF
Gov. Newsom and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern focused on climate change during their San Francisco summit Friday, but the two leaders also touched on gun control.
Oakland tax hike on largest businesses heading to voters in November
A tax increase on Oakland big businesses will be up to voters in November following a city council vote Thursday afternoon.
Memorial Day travelers will be paying record prices at the gas pump
The summer travel season begins this weekend, but it won't come without a stiff price whether your trip involves air travel or a journey by car.
Bill banning declawing of cats in most cases pass state assembly
The declawing of cats for anything other than health reasons could be outlawed in California soon after a bill that halts what animal rights activists say is a painful procedure used primarily to prevent torn furniture and scratched skin passed the assembly Thursday.
LGBTQ
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Mayor Breed won't participate in SF Pride parade if police uniform ban remains in place
Mayor London Breed announced Monday she would not participate in this year's Pride parade over the organizers refusal to lift a ban blocking LGBTQ+ peace officers in uniform from taking part.
Crowd gathers in Castro District to celebrate Harvey Milk Day
People gathered in San Francisco's Castro District Sunday to remember the life and legacy of Harvey Milk on what would have been the gay rights icon's 92nd birthday.
Bay to Breakers will give awards to non-binary runners
Nonbinary runners competing in the Bay to Breakers race on Sunday will now have the chance to win an award in their gender category as the event returns for the first time since the pandemic began.
Never forgotten; Massive AIDS Quilt display set for San Francisco Pride Month
The AIDS Memorial Quilt will mark its 35th anniversary with a monumental event during PRIDE month. 3000 panels of the historic tapestry will be on display in Golden Gate Park.
State Sen. Wiener decries Alabama anti-trans law
State Senator Scott Wiener (D-SF) is doubling-down on his push for Senate Bill 107, which would make California a "refuge" for trans minors and their parents.
Entertainment
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BottleRock Napa Valley brings music, gourmet food to Wine Country
The ninth edition of BottleRock Napa Valley brings three days of music, gourmet food and regional wines to the North Bay this Memorial Day weekend with headliners Metallica, Twenty One Pilots, P!nk and Luke Combs.
Jury starts deliberations in lawsuit between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Exhibits honor 'Peanuts' creator Charles Schulz on 100th
New exhibits on display are celebrating the upcoming centenary of the birth of "Peanuts" cartoonist Charles Schulz, born in Minnesota on Nov. 26, 1922.
Headliner Momotombo SF ready to rock Carnaval San Francisco
This year's Carnaval San Francisco headliner is ready to get festival-goers grooving to Latin rock on Sunday.
Andy Fletcher, Depeche Mode keyboardist and founding member, dead at 60
The band announced Fletcher's passing via Twitter on Thursday.
KPIX Special Reports
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Identity Thieves Earn Cyber Cash, Stick Victims With Tax Bill
Imagine getting a bunch of tax documents telling you and the IRS about a large sum of money you made when, in fact, you never received a penny of it.
Ukrainians Seeking Shelter With Bay Area Families Face Closed Doors, Red Tape
Many in the Bay Area want their Ukrainian relatives to find safe haven here but the obstacles they're facing are formidable.
KPIX Special Report: San Francisco Tenderloin – A State of Emergency
The state of emergency that San Francisco Mayor London Breed declared for the Tenderloin last December has a lot of people talking but no one is paying closer attention than the people who live there.
Unreal Estate Is Booming; Metaverse Adds Value to Virtual Worlds
One of the hottest real estate markets is not in the Bay Area. In fact, it's not even in our world. It's at your fingertips in an alternate reality known as the metaverse.
Scientists Work to Unravel Mysteries of How Anxiety, PTSD Affect Brain
A group of Bay Area scientists have unraveled some surprising secrets about post traumatic stress disorder or PTSD which one day could lead to better therapies and treatments.
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Caught on camera: Customer hurls insults and more at S.F. restaurant employee
Security video captured a customer behaving badly -- mistreating a restaurant worker over an order of French fries at Stonestown Mall in San Francisco. Betty Yu reports. (5-27-22)
Giants manager Gabe Kapler to skip national anthem to protest shootings response
Giants manager Gabe Kapler will no longer come out for the national anthem before the start of each game following the massacre of schoolchildren. Andrea Nakano reports. (5-27-22)
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Pittsburg church community devastated after fire guts sanctuary
An early morning 2-alarm fire erupted inside Pittsburg's Pentecostals of the Bay Area church Friday leading to a partial collapse of the building. Wilson Walker reports. (5-27-22)
San Francisco police: officers fatally shot 2 men fighting with knife under I-280 overpass
Police released disturbing video Friday of an officer shooting in San Francisco last week that left two men dead.
Jefferson Awards
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San Jose man's nonprofit provides families with ability to grow their own food
A San Jose man has been helping low-income families plant seeds of self-sufficiency as they learn to grow their own home gardens.
Educator's nonprofit group helps lift students in poor-performing schools
Students in some of the country's worst-performing schools are making the grade, thanks to a nonprofit led by a man whose life mission is motivated by a childhood science fair experience.
East Bay choir program teaches teens the power of music
An East Bay man has been using the power of music to lift voices and uplift lives for 35 years.
Formerly homeless Peninsula man helps others get off the streets, furnishes their homes
A San Mateo man has helped hundreds of formerly homeless military veterans turn their new apartments into comfortable homes.
Marin woman's group gives opportunity for all to play sports
Thanks to a Mill Valley woman, thousands of people with physical and developmental disabilities are no longer sitting on the sidelines. Instead, they are in the game.
Students Rising Above
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East Bay scholar travels world collecting stories as citizen journalist
For more than 20 years, KPIX 5 has been telling the stories of Students Rising Above scholars. Now, SRA scholar Brenda Vasquez is leaning into her own story-telling skills as she travels the world.
South Bay scholars, best friends separated by COVID, pick up where they left off
If the past two years have taught us nothing else, it's that friendships are what keeps us going in the toughest of times. Veronica Toscano and Nyia Roberts are two Students Rising Above scholars who's bond has remained stronger than ever.
Hayward scholar trades career in finance for hometown police badge
Many Students Rising Above scholars end up in jobs they didn't plan for. Victor Arellano thought he would work in finance until he saw a need in his own hometown. Now he's a police officer in Hayward.
Multi-tasking UC Berkeley grad student shines at home, in classroom
All Students Rising Above scholars inspire others with their resiliency and courage. But Angie Ngo has taken both to a whole new level.
East Bay law student's busy schedule brings joy on healing journey
Donzahniya Pitre's enjoying every busy moment with her 19-month-old daughter, Nyrobi. The full-time working mom has a very hectic schedule. But being a parent is a joyful, and important part of her healing journey.