San Francisco Police Arrest Suspect After Stabbing Near Chinatown
Police in San Francisco have taken a suspect into custody after a stabbing in the area of Broadway and Powell, according to authorities.
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Oakland Officials Decry Violent George Floyd Protest, Promise Beefed-up Response
City leaders on Saturday condemned violent protests overnight that left downtown Oakland in tatters, with more than 70 businesses vandalized, looted or both.
Oakland George Floyd Protest: At Least 18 Arrested, 6 Officers Injured; Walgreens, CVS Looted During Violent Rampage
Hours of violence that followed a peaceful demonstration demanding justice for George Floyd has left at least 18 people in custody early Saturday, six Oakland police officers recovering from their injuries and a downtown Walgreen and CVS pharmacy in shambles after they were looted.
Oakland George Floyd Protest Turns Angry As Marchers Block Freeway, Start Looting
After marching peacefully through the streets of Oakland earlier Friday evening, a protest turned disruptive and destructive as activists took their demonstration against the in-custody police death of George Floyd onto the I-880 freeway before lighting fires and looting downtown.
Broadway Actor, Director, 'Annie' Lyricist Martin Charnin Dies at 84
Martin Charnin, who made his Broadway debut playing a Jet in the original "West Side Story" and went on to become a Broadway director and lyricist who won a Tony Award for the score of "Annie," has died.
Go Behind-The-Scenes, Onstage, Backstage With The Stars Of 'Hamilton'
After months of mystery, SHN Orpheum Theatre opened its doors and invited KPIX 5 anchor and #1 Hamilton Fan Michelle Griego for a tour onstage and backstage, and a look inside 'The Room Where It Happens,' literally.
Brake-Slamming BART Turn In Oakland Is The Result Of An Old Political Favor
The tight, brake-slamming BART turn beneath the streets of downtown Oakland is the result of a 1960s political favor that changed BART's original design.
72nd Annual Tony Awards: The Complete List Of Nominees
It's time to find out which plays, musicals, casts, and crew members are nominated for a coveted brass medallion statue at the 72nd Annual Tony Awards, which will be hosted by Sara Bareilles and Josh Groban.
'Harry Potter And The Cursed Child' Garners 10 Tony Award Nominations
In the final scene of the last "Harry Potter" movie, Harry, Ron, and Hermione send their children off to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry – and that's where the new Broadway play "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" picks up.
Broadway Brawls Erupt In San Francisco's North Beach
Business owners along Broadway street in San Francisco's North Beach are once again upset after surveillance video captured a series of fights and people running for cover from gunshots.
Cher Musical Is Headed to Broadway
"We have been discussing this musical for 10 years," Cher said in a statement. "It's exciting and scary."
Acclaimed Singer And Actress Barbara Cook Has Died At 89
Cook, whose shimmering soprano made her one of Broadway's leading ingenues and later a major cabaret and concert interpreter of popular American song, has died...
Cyndi Lauper To Write 'Working Girl' Broadway Musical
"I love the film, and its story about a woman's very unconventional road to success in the '80s is something I know a lot about," Lauper said.
'Aladdin' Star James Monroe Iglehart Switches To 'Hamilton'
Iglehart is trading in his genie bottle for a place in American history onstage...
Tony Awards Show Returns To Radio City Music Hall
The Tony Awards are going back to their old — and much larger — stomping grounds...
Hillary Clinton Cheered At Broadway's 'The Color Purple'
According to theater-goers, the Clinton's got several rounds of applause...
Actress Florence Henderson, 'Brady Bunch' Mom, Dies At 82
Henderson died Thursday night at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, after being hospitalized the day before.
'Hamilton' Cast Confronts Mike Pence After Show; Trump Tweets 'Apologize!'
President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday demanded an apology from the "Hamilton" cast member who gave Mike Pence an onstage earful about equality.
Internet Star 'Grumpy Cat' To Join Broadway Show 'Cats'
Life will imitate art — or is it the other way around? — when internet sensation Grumpy Cat joins the cast of the Broadway musical "Cats" on Friday for what will likely be a feline-good moment.
Tony Award-Nominated Broadway Actor John McMartin Dies At 86
The actor died of cancer in New York on Wednesday surrounded by his family and his longtime companion, Charlotte Moore...
Movie Version of 'Wicked' Musical Slated For December 2019 Release
No cast has been set yet, but composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz will be working adaptation with writer Winnie Holzman...
Lin-Manuel Miranda To Leave 'Hamilton' On July 9
The news that no die-hard "Hamilton" fan — or anyone who hasn't seen the Broadway smash yet — wants to hear has arrived: Lin-Manuel Miranda, its creator and star, is leaving the show.
Top 'Hamilton' Premium Ticket Pushed Close To Record $850
The previous high for premium ticket prices was $477 for the best seats at "The Book of Mormon." ''Hamilton" will easily shatter than mark...
'Hamilton' Star Lin-Manuel Miranda To Join James Corden On 'Carpool Karaoke'
James Corden's "Carpool Karaoke" is going to Broadway.
Meet David Korins, The Man Behind The Look Of 'Hamilton'
Korins' work in opera, film, concerts, theater and TV ranges from sleek, hyper-minimalist to homey and crafty. People tend to call him when the job is going to be hard, as in lots of locations and items that will defy physics.
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2 dead, 2 injured in Highway 580 shooting, crash in East Oakland
Two people were killed and two others seriously injured in an apparent shooting off Interstate Highway 580 in East Oakland on Wednesday night, according to authorities.
Injury crash on Richmond-San Rafael Bridge backs up westbound I-580 traffic
A crash involving injuries has blocked traffic on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Thursday morning.
Windy, dry weather raises wildfire risk across Bay Area
Windy and dry conditions pose an increased risk of wildfires Thursday and Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
San Jose police chief rolls out reform plan in wake of multiple officer scandals
Police Chief Anthony Mata, flanked by other department leaders and San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, announced on Wednesday changes to department policy that will offer more oversight.
Rally outside Oakland City Hall mourns 10 killed in Buffalo shooting rampage
A rally was held in Oakland Wednesday night for the victims of last weekend's deadly mass shooting in Buffalo, New York to remember the victims and as a call to action against hate.
DJ for Giants, Warriors games breaking barriers
You may not know her name, or recognize her face, but if you have ever been to a local sporting event you likely heard her sound.
Curry, Wiggins lead Golden State to a 112-87 opening Western Conference Finals win
Steph Curry scored 21 points, grabbed 12 rebounds and sat out the entire fourth quarter as the Golden State Warriors rolled to a 112-87 victory over the Dallas Mavericks Wednesday night in the opening game of the NBA Western Conference Finals.
Northern California tree trimmer found guilty in deadly throat-slashings
A tree trimmer in rural Northern California was found guilty in a series of throat-slashing attacks that left three people dead, prosecutors announced Wednesday.
South Bay piano teacher accused of inappropriately touching student
A piano teacher in the South Bay was arrested on suspicion of sexual battery amid allegations of inappropriately touching a student.
Vehicle fire ignites brush along I-580 at Altamont Pass
A car fire on westbound I-580 at the Altamont Pass in Livermore triggered a brush fire early Wednesday evening, according to officials.
Oakland A's fans staying home in droves; Coliseum attendance plummets
All eyes are on the Golden State Warriors as they kick off the Western Conference Finals Wednesday night in San Francisco, while the city the Warriors left behind is also getting some attention for the lack of eyes.
SF Chamber of Commerce poll finds residents think city is going in wrong direction
The San Francisco Chamber of Commerce's new 'City Beat' poll did not paint a pretty picture of how many voters feel about the city.
Man sentenced to 24 years in prison for starting 2020 Dolan Fire
A 31-year-old man has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for starting the Dolan Fire near Big Sur in Monterey County in 2020.
Warriors begin Western Conference Finals amid rising COVID-19 cases in Bay Area
As the Warriors have been making a run in the NBA playoffs, COVID-19 has been making a run in the Bay Area.
San Francisco YMCA finds way to preserve Camp Jones Gulch without logging
To log or not to log? That was the question facing the San Francisco YMCA about Camp Jones Gulch, a popular summer camp in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
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Injury crash on Richmond-San Rafael Bridge backs up westbound I-580 traffic
A crash involving injuries has blocked traffic on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Thursday morning.
Windy, dry weather raises wildfire risk across Bay Area
Windy and dry conditions pose an increased risk of wildfires Thursday and Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
San Jose police chief rolls out reform plan in wake of multiple officer scandals
Police Chief Anthony Mata, flanked by other department leaders and San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, announced on Wednesday changes to department policy that will offer more oversight.
Rally outside Oakland City Hall mourns 10 killed in Buffalo shooting rampage
A rally was held in Oakland Wednesday night for the victims of last weekend's deadly mass shooting in Buffalo, New York to remember the victims and as a call to action against hate.
2 dead, 2 injured in Highway 580 shooting, crash in East Oakland
Two people were killed and two others seriously injured in an apparent shooting off Interstate Highway 580 in East Oakland on Wednesday night, according to authorities.
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DJ for Giants, Warriors games breaking barriers
You may not know her name, or recognize her face, but if you have ever been to a local sporting event you likely heard her sound.
SF Chamber of Commerce poll finds residents think city is going in wrong direction
The San Francisco Chamber of Commerce's new 'City Beat' poll did not paint a pretty picture of how many voters feel about the city.
San Francisco YMCA finds way to preserve Camp Jones Gulch without logging
To log or not to log? That was the question facing the San Francisco YMCA about Camp Jones Gulch, a popular summer camp in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Man shot during attempted robbery in San Francisco's Tenderloin District
Four suspected robbers shot a 49-year-old man as they tried to steal from him in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood on Tuesday evening, police said.
Protesters pooh-pooh Foster City plan to euthanize gross geese
Ahead of a city council meeting Tuesday, protesters rallied to ask council members to reconsider a plan to euthanize a portion of the more than 300 geese that now permanently reside in Foster City.
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Injury crash on Richmond-San Rafael Bridge backs up westbound I-580 traffic
A crash involving injuries has blocked traffic on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Thursday morning.
Rally outside Oakland City Hall mourns 10 killed in Buffalo shooting rampage
A rally was held in Oakland Wednesday night for the victims of last weekend's deadly mass shooting in Buffalo, New York to remember the victims and as a call to action against hate.
2 dead, 2 injured in Highway 580 shooting, crash in East Oakland
Two people were killed and two others seriously injured in an apparent shooting off Interstate Highway 580 in East Oakland on Wednesday night, according to authorities.
Vehicle fire ignites brush along I-580 at Altamont Pass
A car fire on westbound I-580 at the Altamont Pass in Livermore triggered a brush fire early Wednesday evening, according to officials.
2-alarm fire burns in-law unit at East Oakland home
Firefighters battled a two-alarm fire in an East Oakland neighborhood Wednesday afternoon.
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San Jose police chief rolls out reform plan in wake of multiple officer scandals
Police Chief Anthony Mata, flanked by other department leaders and San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, announced on Wednesday changes to department policy that will offer more oversight.
South Bay piano teacher accused of inappropriately touching student
A piano teacher in the South Bay was arrested on suspicion of sexual battery amid allegations of inappropriately touching a student.
Man sentenced to 24 years in prison for starting 2020 Dolan Fire
A 31-year-old man has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for starting the Dolan Fire near Big Sur in Monterey County in 2020.
Santa Clara DA charges two suspects for month-long robbery spree
The office of the Santa Clara County District Attorney announced Wednesday that they charged two men with carrying out a month-long robbery spree that preyed on several small businesses in the area.
Santa Cruz woman arrested for providing minors with alcohol, vaping devices
Police in Santa Cruz on Wednesday confirmed the recent arrest of a woman who was allegedly providing alcohol, marijuana edibles and vaping devices to minors.
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Warm temperatures, dry, gusty winds trigger Solano County Red Flag Warning
A weather system passing to the east of the San Francisco Bay Area will whip up winds in the East and North Bay hills late Thursday night, elevating wildfire fears.
1 dead, 2 arrested following robbery, stabbing in Fairfield
Fairfield police arrested a 43-year-old robbery suspect and a 26-year-old murder suspect after police connected their two cases on Monday.
Caught on camera: Arsonist sets fire to Vallejo gourmet market
A beloved gourmet grocery store was heavily damaged in a suspected arson fire early Tuesday morning in downtown Vallejo with the suspected arsonist captured on security video.
Mill Valley teen plays drums with Pearl Jam at Oakland Arena
A North Bay teenager is enjoying some notoriety after being invited to play drums with the legendary band Pearl Jam at an Oakland concert.
Grass fire in San Rafael blocks traffic along Highway 101
A grass fire in San Rafael forced a temporary shutdown of a lane on southbound U.S. Highway 101 Monday afternoon.
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Curry, Wiggins lead Golden State to a 112-87 opening Western Conference Finals win
Steph Curry scored 21 points, grabbed 12 rebounds and sat out the entire fourth quarter as the Golden State Warriors rolled to a 112-87 victory over the Dallas Mavericks Wednesday night in the opening game of the NBA Western Conference Finals.
Oakland A's fans staying home in droves; Coliseum attendance plummets
All eyes are on the Golden State Warriors as they kick off the Western Conference Finals Wednesday night in San Francisco, while the city the Warriors left behind is also getting some attention for the lack of eyes.
Warriors begin Western Conference Finals amid rising COVID-19 cases in Bay Area
As the Warriors have been making a run in the NBA playoffs, COVID-19 has been making a run in the Bay Area.
Pac-12 scraps football divisions for next season after NCAA paves way
The Pac-12 will now pair the teams with the highest conference winning percentages in its title game after 11 seasons of matching winners of the North and South divisions.
US Soccer to pay women's, men's teams equally in landmark agreement
The U.S. Soccer Federation reached milestone agreements to pay its men's and women's teams equally, making the American national governing body the first in the sport to promise both sexes matching money.
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San Jose police chief rolls out reform plan in wake of multiple officer scandals
Police Chief Anthony Mata, flanked by other department leaders and San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, announced on Wednesday changes to department policy that will offer more oversight.
Rally outside Oakland City Hall mourns 10 killed in Buffalo shooting rampage
A rally was held in Oakland Wednesday night for the victims of last weekend's deadly mass shooting in Buffalo, New York to remember the victims and as a call to action against hate.
2 dead, 2 injured in Highway 580 shooting, crash in East Oakland
Two people were killed and two others seriously injured in an apparent shooting off Interstate Highway 580 in East Oakland on Wednesday night, according to authorities.
Northern California tree trimmer found guilty in deadly throat-slashings
A tree trimmer in rural Northern California was found guilty in a series of throat-slashing attacks that left three people dead, prosecutors announced Wednesday.
South Bay piano teacher accused of inappropriately touching student
A piano teacher in the South Bay was arrested on suspicion of sexual battery amid allegations of inappropriately touching a student.
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NHTSA sends team to probe Tesla crash in California that killed 3
The U.S. government's road safety agency has dispatched a team to investigate the possibility that a Tesla involved in a California crash that killed three people was operating on a partially automated driving system.
Young software developer builds app to preserve Hmong culture
If you want to save an entire culture, well, there is an app for that. Annie Vang taught herself to code with hope of helping a younger generation learn and retain the Hmong language. Ryan Yamamoto reports. (5-17-22)
Congressional hearing on UFOs raises questions but no answers
Wilson Walker talked to local experts who have studied the UFO phenomenon for years and heard two very different reactions. (5-17-22)
New website shows homeowners their fire danger risk
The Bay Area has seen more than its share of destructive wildfires and a new website is offering people a chance to view the fire danger down to individual homes.
New website shows homeowners their fire danger risk
A new website could give homeowners an edge this wildfire season by showing them the risk for each property in their community. John Ramos reports. (5-16-22)
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Warriors begin Western Conference Finals amid rising COVID-19 cases in Bay Area
As the Warriors have been making a run in the NBA playoffs, COVID-19 has been making a run in the Bay Area.
Pandemic healthcare workers suffered mental strains similar to soldiers in combat
For decades upon decades doctors and nurses have been stepping up to fight deadly diseases. But the pandemic took the mental stresses to new levels.
Protesters pooh-pooh Foster City plan to euthanize gross geese
Ahead of a city council meeting Tuesday, protesters rallied to ask council members to reconsider a plan to euthanize a portion of the more than 300 geese that now permanently reside in Foster City.
Oakland council passes resolution to make city pro-choice sanctuary
The Oakland city council unanimously passed a resolution to make Oakland a sanctuary city for women seeking abortions, vice mayor Rebecca Kaplan announced on Tuesday evening.
California mental health initiative includes forced treatment provision
A state proposal that would provide more help for the mentally ill includes a provision that would force some patients into treatment, a provision that's generating both criticism and support.
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SF Chamber of Commerce poll finds residents think city is going in wrong direction
The San Francisco Chamber of Commerce's new 'City Beat' poll did not paint a pretty picture of how many voters feel about the city.
Santa Clara Fire Department promotes first female battalion chief
The Santa Clara Fire Department announced it had promoted Jenn Panko to battalion chief this week, making her the first female chief officer to serve with the department.
Oakland City Council unanimously votes to become abortion sanctuary city
City council members unanimously voted to make Oakland a pro-choice sanctuary city.
Supporters of Measure B in San Jose say it will boost Latino vote
Latina leaders rallied in San Jose for Measure B which would move the mayoral election to the same year as the presidential election starting in 2024. Kiet Do reports. (5-17-22)
Pacific Grove schools reinstate indoor masking mandates
Due to rising COVID-19 cases, the Pacific Grove Unified School District began requiring indoor masking again Tuesday.
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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.
Newsom urges Democrats to go on the 'counter-offensive' in culture wars
Gov. Gavin Newsom urged Democrats Wednesday to launch a vocal "counter-offensive" to protect rights ranging from abortion to same-sex marriage.
San Francisco LGBTQ Groups Blast Redistricting Plan To Put Tenderloin, SoMa In Separate Districts
As San Francisco is set to redraw its district lines, a coalition of LGBTQ groups on Wednesday blasted a proposed plan that, according to the coalition, would separate LGBTQ communities.
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DJ for Giants, Warriors games breaking barriers
You may not know her name, or recognize her face, but if you have ever been to a local sporting event you likely heard her sound.
'Daughters of the Delta' opens the San Francisco International Arts Festival
Michelle Jacques talks to BR host Jan Mabry about her latest work, 'Daughters of the Delta,' honoring the Louisiana women whose music was the backdrop of the Great Migration, when blacks fled the Jim Crow South. For tickets visit sfiaf.org.
Oakland filmmaker Adrian L. Burrell's 'The Game God(s)' premieres at Atlanta film fest
Oakland filmmaker Andrian L. Burell talks to host Jan Mabry about his film, "The Game God(s)," premiering at the Atlanta Film Festival.
Vaccine critic Eric Clapton cancels shows after testing positive for COVID
Eric Clapton, a critic of coronavirus vaccines and pandemic restrictions, has tested positive for COVID-19 and canceled two upcoming European gigs.
Don't miss the Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience
Chef Dustin Vallette, owner of The Matheson and president of Sonoma County Winegrowers Karissa Krus talk about the Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience. For tickets and information visit healdsburgwineandfood.com.
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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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San Jose Police Chief rolls out reform plan in wake of multiple officer scandals
Police Chief Anthony Mata, flanked by other department leaders and San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, announced on Wednesday changes to department policy that will offer more oversight. (5/18/22)
Rally outside Oakland City Hall mourns 10 killed in Buffalo shooting rampage
A rally was held at Frank Ogawa Plaza in Oakland to mourn the 10 people killed during a hate-filled shooting rampage inside a supermarket in Buffalo, New York. Sara Donchey reports. (5/18/22)
CHP: 3 found shot along Interstate 580 in East Oakland, 2 killed
At least two people died following an apparent shooting off Interstate 580 in East Oakland on Wednesday night, according to authorities. (5/18/22)
DJ for Giants, Warriors games breaking barriers
If you've ever attended a San Francisco Giants or Golden State Warriors game, you've most likely heard DJ Umami. The Filipina-American is breaking barriers in a male-dominated scene. Ryan Yamamoto reports. (5/18/22)
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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.
San Francisco Teacher's Nonprofit Aim High Has Been Hitting the Mark For 36 Years
A San Francisco man is retiring from leading an innovative summer enrichment program he helped create 36 years ago.
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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.
Richmond Scholar Joins Forces With Father To Launch Own Company
Starting a new business is challenging but Eric Manzanares is working from a solid foundation, and that foundation is his family.
NorCal Lawyer Uses Her Own Experiences To Advocate For Foster Children
Lily Colby fought hard for herself and her siblings when they were children growing up in the foster care system. Now she's helping other foster youth find their voices.