Lanes reopen after rollover injury crash snarls Hwy 101 in San Francisco
CHP in San Francisco issued a severe traffic alert on US-101 Thursday afternoon following an injury crash impacting traffic in both directions near Cesar Chavez Street.
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1 dead in Mission District hit-and-run early Tuesday
One person died in a hit-and-run collision in San Francisco's Mission District early Tuesday morning, a police spokesperson said.
DUI suspect in weekend San Francisco Muni collision facing multiple charges
Police in San Francisco on Tuesday confirmed the driver arrested in Saturday morning's crash into a Muni bus that injured six people faces multiple charges including driving under the influence.
Update: Antioch man dies in fatal Bay Bridge crash; suspected DUI driver arrested
Authorities arrested a suspected DUI driver after a crash that killed a 22-year-old Antioch man and injured four other people Sunday morning on the Bay Bridge.
Collision, downed power lines block part of Ygnacio Valley Road in Walnut Creek
A collision on Monday afternoon in Walnut Creek brought down power lines, prompting police to close down Ygnacio Valley Road in both directions between San Carlos Drive and Bancroft Road.
Car plows into Martinez home, causing gas leak closing streets in area
A car that crashed into a residence on Alhambra Avenue in Martinez Wednesday morning has caused a gas leak, forcing authorities to close several nearby intersections.
Three seriously injured in Santa Cruz county crash on Sunday
Three people suffered major injuries including a child in a crash involving a vehicle, two trees and a fire hydrant Sunday evening in the unincorporated Santa Cruz County community of Corralitos, California Highway Patrol officials said Monday.
1 injured in rollover crash on Skyline Blvd. in Woodside
Fire units responded to a rollover crash that started on Skyline Blvd. and ended on La Honda Road, in Woodside on Tuesday evening.
Video shows alleged DUI driver crash into deputy patrol car in Oakland
The Alameda County Sheriff's Office released a surveillance video Monday of the moment when an alleged drunk driver slammed into a deputy's patrol car over the weekend.
UPDATE: Interstate 580 Lanes Reopen After Multiple Car Crash West Of Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
The California Highway Patrol issued a Sig Alert on Friday morning after a multiple-car crash on Interstate Highway 580 just west of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge.
Tiger Woods Faces Long Road To Recovery From Crash Injuries
In a career filled with remarkable comebacks, former Stanford star and golf icon Tiger Woods faces his toughest recovery of all.
UPDATE: Tiger Woods Awake, Responsive After Suffering Multiple Leg Injuries In Car Crash
Golfer Tiger Woods was awake and responsive Tuesday night, after he was involved in a rollover crash in Southern California Tuesday, suffering serious injuries, authorities said.
Motorcyclist Killed In Morning Collision With Car In Santa Rosa
A motorcyclist died Thursday morning after crashing into a car in Santa Rosa.
Scotts Valley Man Injured In Highway 17 Rollover Crash
A 71-year-old Scotts Valley man suffered major injuries Monday evening when he lost control of his pickup truck and rolled over on Highway 17, according to the California Highway Patrol.
One Dead, One Injured In Horrific Oakland Hills Crash
One man was dead and another severely injured in a late Thursday night crash along Skyline Boulevard in the Oakland hills, police said.
Man Dies In Fiery Crash in Saratoga, 5 Others Injured
A 70-year-old man died and five others injured in a fiery crash on Saratoga Avenue near Highway 85 late Wednesday morning.
Car Catches Fire in Saratoga After Accident, Shutting Down Saratoga Avenue
Saratoga Avenue in Saratoga was closed in both directions late Wednesday morning after an accident led to a car fire, according to the Santa Clara County Fire Department.
Multi-Car Crash, Fire On WB 80 In Downtown SF Causes Bay Bridge Delays
A multi-vehicle crash and car fire on Westbound Interstate 80 in Downtown San Francisco has led to major delays on the Bay Bridge early Tuesday morning.
Oakland Police Standoff Ends At Vehicle Crash Scene; Two Detained
Oakland police officers were in a standoff with the occupants of a car involved in a solo crash after a firearm was spotted in the vehicle, authorities said.
SF SoMa Police Chase Ends With Car Crash Into Scaffolding
Two men were in custody Thursday night after crashing a car into a building covered in scaffolding in San Francisco's South of Market area.
4 Injured As Vehicle Veers Off I-80 Near Crockett, Falls Down Embankment
Four people were injured, at least two of them seriously, when a vehicle veered off of Interstate Highway 80 west of the Cummings Skyway exit Sunday afternoon near Crockett, the CHP said.
Erratic Driver Rams Into San Francisco Police Car In Twin Peaks Neighborhood
A vehicle driving erratically intentionally collided with a San Francisco Police Department vehicle in the city's Twin Peaks neighborhood on Monday night.
Car Flips After Suspected DUI Crash In Oakley; 4 Injured, 1 Arrested
Tesla Slams Into Salon At Danville's Blackhawk Shopping Center
A Tesla sedan smashed into a store at the Blackhawk Plaza Shopping Center in Danville Tuesday afternoon.
3 Hospitalized After 6-Vehicle Crash In San Jose
A crash involving six vehicles in San Jose has sent three people to the hospital and has heavily impacted traffic in the area, San Jose fire officials said Monday night.
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Oakland, SF see disheartening difference in homicide clearance rates
In a collaboration with CBS News, KPIX 5 is examining a crime often going without punishment in our country. Barely half of murder cases in the United States get solved.
Monterey County man convicted in 1995 cold case murder gets 50 years to life
A Seaside man was sentenced to 50 years to life plus nine years for a murder that had been a cold case for nearly 30 years, the Monterey County District Attorney's Office announced on Tuesday.
Motorcyclist dies on EB I-580, crash shuts down four lanes, causing traffic
A motorcyclist died in a crash on eastbound I-580 near Castro Valley Wednesday morning, and the resulting investigation forced the closure of four lanes of the freeway.
Stunning testimony on Jan. 6 attack reveals Trump wanted to join mob at Capitol
Under oath, Cassidy Hutchinson, top aide to former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, testified that President Trump not only knew his supporters were armed during the Jan. 6 insurrection, he didn't think they were doing anything wrong.
Dead body found in dumpster during trash haul from Dixon
Police in Dixon in northern Solano County are investigating a report of a dead body discovered Tuesday when a garbage truck deposited its load at a trash dump in neighboring Yolo County.
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in San Jose dies at hospital
A female pedestrian struck by a car Tuesday night in San Jose has died of her injuries, according to a tweet early Wednesday from police.
Santa Clara County makes push to end homelessness, create more affordable housing
The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved several measures that they say will create more affordable housing for residents. The supervisors also adopted a resolution declaring the county's commitment to ending homelessness for youth and young adults over the next five years.
Ghislaine Maxwell sentenced to 20 years in prison in Epstein sex abuse case
Maxwell was found guilty last December of conspiring with her ex-boyfriend, financier Jeffrey Epstein, to groom, recruit and sexually abuse minors as part of an infamous trafficking ring.
San Leandro considers $20,000 retention bonuses for police officers, dispatchers
As San Leandro faces police staffing issues, city leaders are expected to consider offering up to $20,000 in retention incentives over the next two years for officers and dispatchers.
Pedestrian hit by bus in Menlo Park on El Camino Real
A pedestrian was hit by a bus early Wednesday morning on El Camino Real in Menlo Park, with the incident closing southbound lanes for hours.
Bomb squad inspects suspicious package at Caltrain Diridon station
Trains were cleared to resume service from Caltrain's Diridon Station in San Jose after a bomb unit inspected a suspicious package on Tuesday night.
Trans woman from India travels across the globe to find her authentic self
The journey to find her authentic self brought Aishani Majumdar halfway around the world as an immigrant from India who wanted to live in a place where she could find love and acknowledge her queer identity.
Former aide on Jan. 6 warnings, pardon requests, and Trump trying to grab the wheel
Cassidy Hutchinson, an aide to former chief of staff Mark Meadows, testified that Trump said about the crowd at the Ellipse "something to the effect of, 'I don't effing care that they have weapons.'"
East Bay job fair attracts hundreds of applicants ready to go back to work
The Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services (EHSD) 'Spring Job Fair' did not go as expected on Tuesday, but that turned out to be a good thing.
Rice Fire in Nevada County grows to 500 acres, prompts evacuations
Cal Fire crews are responding to a rapidly growing wildfire in rural Nevada County on Tuesday.
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Oakland, SF see disheartening difference in homicide clearance rates
In a collaboration with CBS News, KPIX 5 is examining a crime often going without punishment in our country. Barely half of murder cases in the United States get solved.
Motorcyclist dies on EB I-580, crash shuts down four lanes, causing traffic
A motorcyclist died in a crash on eastbound I-580 near Castro Valley Wednesday morning, and the resulting investigation forced the closure of four lanes of the freeway.
Pedestrian hit by bus in Menlo Park on El Camino Real
A pedestrian was hit by a bus early Wednesday morning on El Camino Real in Menlo Park, with the incident closing southbound lanes for hours.
Dead body found in dumpster during trash haul from Dixon
Police in Dixon in northern Solano County are investigating a report of a dead body discovered Tuesday when a garbage truck deposited its load at a trash dump in neighboring Yolo County.
Santa Clara County makes push to end homelessness, create more affordable housing
The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved several measures that they say will create more affordable housing for residents. The supervisors also adopted a resolution declaring the county's commitment to ending homelessness for youth and young adults over the next five years.
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Pedestrian hit by bus in Menlo Park on El Camino Real
A pedestrian was hit by a bus early Wednesday morning on El Camino Real in Menlo Park, with the incident closing southbound lanes for hours.
Hillsborough couple, former coach avoid prison time in college admissions scandal
A Peninsula couple, along with a former assistant soccer coach at the University of California, avoided prison time in the sprawling college admissions bribery scheme.
San Francisco supes, mayor reach deal on $114M affordable housing package
Late Monday night, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors and Mayor London Breed came to an agreement on a spending package to acquire, construct and repair more affordable housing projects in the city.
Millbrae couple says city manager stopped construction of backyard 'granny unit'
A couple in Millbrae is accusing City Manager Tom Williams of abusing his authority after they say he intervened and shut down construction on a so-called "granny unit" in their backyard.
Incident involving small plane injures 2 at San Carlos Airport
Two people were injured after a small plane was forced to make an emergency landing shortly after taking off from San Carlos Airport on Tuesday.
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Motorcyclist dies on EB I-580, crash shuts down four lanes, causing traffic
A motorcyclist died in a crash on eastbound I-580 near Castro Valley Wednesday morning, and the resulting investigation forced the closure of four lanes of the freeway.
East Bay job fair attracts hundreds of applicants ready to go back to work
The Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services (EHSD) 'Spring Job Fair' did not go as expected on Tuesday, but that turned out to be a good thing.
San Leandro considers $20,000 retention bonuses for police officers, dispatchers
As San Leandro faces police staffing issues, city leaders are expected to consider offering up to $20,000 in retention incentives over the next two years for officers and dispatchers.
Port workers skeptical about potential A's stadium plan
On Thursday, the state agency overseeing Bay development will consider whether to end Howard Terminal's use as a functioning Port facility. It's the next step in the process of locating a new Oakland A's stadium on the waterfront. But on Tuesday, a group of maritime operators said it is too valuable to be used as a luxury playground.
Fire along southbound I-880 at Mowry in Fremont triggers traffic alert
A brush fire burning along southbound I-880 in Fremont Tuesday afternoon has closed the Mowry Avenue onramp and right lane, impacting traffic
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Santa Clara County makes push to end homelessness, create more affordable housing
The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved several measures that they say will create more affordable housing for residents. The supervisors also adopted a resolution declaring the county's commitment to ending homelessness for youth and young adults over the next five years.
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in San Jose dies at hospital
A female pedestrian struck by a car Tuesday night in San Jose has died of her injuries, according to a tweet early Wednesday from police.
Bomb squad inspects suspicious package at Caltrain Diridon station
Trains were cleared to resume service from Caltrain's Diridon Station in San Jose after a bomb unit inspected a suspicious package on Tuesday night.
Driver dies in solo vehicle crash into tree in San Jose
Police in the South Bay are investigating a fatal solo crash Tuesday after an adult male drove his car into a tree on the southern end of San Jose.
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in East San Jose
A hit-and-run driver killed a pedestrian in East San Jose early Tuesday morning.
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Dead body found in dumpster during trash haul from Dixon
Police in Dixon in northern Solano County are investigating a report of a dead body discovered Tuesday when a garbage truck deposited its load at a trash dump in neighboring Yolo County.
Santa Rosa man arrested for over 500 pounds of illegal fireworks
In mid-June, detectives from the Santa Rosa Police Department's Property Crimes Team received information about an individual that was in possession of a large quantities of illegal and dangerous fireworks.
Napa police seek help identifying possibly dangerous burglary suspect
Police in Napa on Tuesday requested help from the public identifying a suspect being sought in connection with multiple burglaries of firearms and power tools in Napa County.
Women assaulted along SMART multi-use path in Rohnert Park
Police are asking for the public's help finding a suspect in a series of recent assaults in Rohnert Park on the SMART multi-use path between Southwest Boulevard and Rohnert Park Expressway, according to an announcement from the city's Department of Public Safety.
Update: 1 person dead in brush fire that burned west of Petaluma
Authorities in Sonoma County on Monday confirmed that one person died in a brush fire that burned 63 acres west of Petaluma.
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Giants hold off Tigers, 4-3
Mike Yastrzemski hit a two-run single and made a beautiful catch in the outfield on Miguel Cabrera's sharp liner, and the San Francisco Giants held off the Detroit Tigers 4-3 on Tuesday night.
The Yankees beat the worst-in-majors Oakland Athletics, 2-1
The Yankees beat the worst-in-majors Oakland Athletics, 2-1
Port workers skeptical about potential A's stadium plan
On Thursday, the state agency overseeing Bay development will consider whether to end Howard Terminal's use as a functioning Port facility. It's the next step in the process of locating a new Oakland A's stadium on the waterfront. But on Tuesday, a group of maritime operators said it is too valuable to be used as a luxury playground.
A's activate Stephen Piscotty; Jonah Bride on IL following collision
Outfielder Stephen Piscotty was activated from the 10-day injured list by the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday after recovering from a strained left calf.
Best-in-MLB Yanks top worst-in-majors A's on late rally, 9-5
Two catcher's interference calls, a hit batter and a walk sparked a bizarre six-run seventh inning highlighted by Josh Donaldson's go-ahead, two-run double that lifted best-in-the-majors New York over big-league-worst Oakland 9-5 Monday night.
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Oakland, SF see disheartening difference in homicide clearance rates
In a collaboration with CBS News, KPIX 5 is examining a crime often going without punishment in our country. Barely half of murder cases in the United States get solved.
Motorcyclist dies on EB I-580, crash shuts down four lanes, causing traffic
A motorcyclist died in a crash on eastbound I-580 near Castro Valley Wednesday morning, and the resulting investigation forced the closure of four lanes of the freeway.
Monterey County man convicted in 1995 cold case murder gets 50 years to life
A Seaside man was sentenced to 50 years to life plus nine years for a murder that had been a cold case for nearly 30 years, the Monterey County District Attorney's Office announced on Tuesday.
Ghislaine Maxwell sentenced to 20 years in prison in Epstein sex abuse case
Maxwell was found guilty last December of conspiring with her ex-boyfriend, financier Jeffrey Epstein, to groom, recruit and sexually abuse minors as part of an infamous trafficking ring.
San Leandro considers $20,000 retention bonuses for police officers, dispatchers
As San Leandro faces police staffing issues, city leaders are expected to consider offering up to $20,000 in retention incentives over the next two years for officers and dispatchers.
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Intel's 'Silicon Heartland' factory boon for Ohio, but families mourn homes
When President Joe Biden applauded a decision by Santa Clara-based Intel Corp. to build a $20 billion semiconductor operation on "1,000 empty acres of land" in Ohio, it didn't sit well with Tressie Corsi.
Cellphone data tracking technology will help anti-abortion prosecutions
Modern technology makes the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade more far-reaching than you may think.
Gigantic, half-inch-long bacteria identified by team led by Bay Area scientist
Scientists have discovered the world's largest bacterium -- visible to the naked eye -- in a Caribbean mangrove swamp.
Jury takes fraud case against Elizabeth Holmes' ex-partner 'Sunny' Balwani
The fate of Ramesh "Sunny" Balwani is now in the hands of a jury that will weigh charges he joined Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes in an elaborate fraud that jarred Silicon Valley.
Former worker at Tesla factory rejects $15M award in racism case
A Black former Tesla worker who said he was harassed and faced with "daily racist epithets," including the "N-word," while working at the company's Fremont plant has rejected a substantially reduced award of $15 million in his lawsuit.
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Omicron breakthrough infections boosting risk of long COVID
As the pandemic continues to evolve, an FDA panel on Tuesday recommended tweaking COVID booster shots, updating their formulas just in time for the fall.
Santa Clara County may provide Narcan to schools
The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors is considering a plan to provide Narcan -- medication used to counteract opiate overdoses -- to any interested school countywide.
Attorney General Bonta affirms Californians right to abortion care
Backed by a national coalition of 22 attorney generals, California Attorney General Rob Ronta reaffirmed Californians' right to abortion care on Monday despite the U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Cal Fire to ignite large, prescribed burn east of San Jose
Residents living east of San Jose should prepare for smoky skies on Monday and Tuesday when Cal Fire plans to conduct a 73-acre prescribed burn in Joseph D. Grant County Park.
Bay Area women recount abortion ordeals, fear worst in wake of Roe v. Wade reversal
Three women impacted by abortion told KPIX 5 they are now terrified for other women who may need them.
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Former aide on Jan. 6 warnings, pardon requests, and Trump trying to grab the wheel
Cassidy Hutchinson, an aide to former chief of staff Mark Meadows, testified that Trump said about the crowd at the Ellipse "something to the effect of, 'I don't effing care that they have weapons.'"
Stunning testimony on Jan. 6 attack reveals Trump wanted to join mob at Capitol
Under oath, Cassidy Hutchinson, top aide to former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, testified that President Trump not only knew his supporters were armed during the Jan. 6 insurrection, he didn't think they were doing anything wrong.
San Francisco supes, mayor reach deal on $114M affordable housing package
Late Monday night, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors and Mayor London Breed came to an agreement on a spending package to acquire, construct and repair more affordable housing projects in the city.
Millbrae couple says city manager stopped construction of backyard 'granny unit'
A couple in Millbrae is accusing City Manager Tom Williams of abusing his authority after they say he intervened and shut down construction on a so-called "granny unit" in their backyard.
AG Bonta: Anti-Black and Asian bias fueling hate crime surge in California
Hate crimes in California shot up 33% to nearly 1,800 reported incidents in 2021, the sixth highest tally on record and the highest since after the 9/11 terrorist attacks in 2001, the state attorney general's office said Tuesday.
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Trans woman from India travels across the globe to find her authentic self
The journey to find her authentic self brought Aishani Majumdar halfway around the world as an immigrant from India who wanted to live in a place where she could find love and acknowledge her queer identity.
Trans woman from India travels across the globe to live an authentic life
Shawn Chitnis has the story of a woman from India who traveled across he world to live an authenic life.
Transgender South Bay teen and her parents reflect on their journey
KPIX recently met a courageous young South Bay teen whose journey towards adulthood has been both bewildering and scary for her and her parents.
Pride flag stolen, home damaged in Danville
Police in Danville are trying to determine who stole a Pride flag from a home over the weekend.
Post-parade Pride party continues into the night
Following Sunday's San Francisco Pride parade, the party continued into the night in the Castro District.
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Toto on "Africa," and their band's four-decade ride
Founding members Steve Lukather and David Paich, and longtime singer Joseph Williams, talk about a song that became a worldwide sensation – one of a string of hits that Toto has had over the last 40+ years.
Peggy Lee: Master of cool
With her sultry voice and precise stagecraft, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, known for hits like "Is That All There Is" and "Fever," exerted an alluring command over her audience as a writer-vocalist of jazz, pop and torch songs.
Roots music greats Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore play the Chapel
Two legends of modern roots music share the stage in San Francisco Tuesday when guitar giant Dave Alvin and Texas songwriter Jimmie Dale Gilmore bring their current West Coast tour to the Chapel.
Acclaimed doom band Windhand headlines Oakland's Starline Social Club
One of the leading lights of the modern American doom-metal scene, Windhand delivers it's hypnotic downtuned epics at the Starline Social Club in Oakland Monday night.
Afternoon show at Bottom of the Hill celebrates musician Lars Savage
This Sunday afternoon show at the Bottom of the Hill pays tribute to SF musician and sound engineer Lars Savage with sets from friends and former bands Terry Gross, Hot Fog and more.
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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Oakland, San Francisco see disheartening difference in homicide clearance rates
Barely half of murder cases in the United States get solved. The national homicide clearance rate is at an all-time low, according to FBI data. Oakland and San Francisco are seeing a large difference on solved cases, as Wilson Walker reports.
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Pedestrian hit by bus in Menlo Park along El Camino Real
A pedestrian was hit and injured by a bus early Wednesday morning on El Camino Real, with the incident closing southbound El Camino from Encinal Ave. to Valparaiso Ave.
Stunning testimony shines light on Trump's behavior on Jan. 6
Bombshells dropped during a surprise hearing on the January 6 attack. Andria Borba asks KPIX 5's political analyst about the stunning testimony from a former White House aide.
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JA: Two time cancer survivor lends guidance and empathy to others
A two-time breast cancer survivor who takes cancer support to the next level is this week's Bay Area Jefferson Award winner.
JA: Ingleside reverend celebrates community with collage
In the Ingleside, a Bay Area pastor inspires his community with a nationally lauded black history collage.
Oakland attorney helps community learn about estate planning
More than 70 percent of African Americans do not have a will or other estate planning document, according to a Caring.com 2022 survey. An Oakland attorney is changing that.
Retiring free clinic director prescribes food as medicine for Peninsula patients
When Dr. Jason Wong hands his patients a prescription, they often go to a unique pharmacy on the Peninsula where food is medicine.
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.
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East Bay scholar's tight-knit family keeps him close to home
It's not uncommon for Students Rising Above Scholars to have close knit, loving families. Ronvel Sharper is no exception.
East Bay scholar uses acting as a tool for self-therapy
This week's Students Rising Above scholar knows how devastating it can be when someone you love is struggling with their mental health and the importance of also taking care of yourself.
Oakland scholar uses past trauma as tool for community healing
All human beings have experienced trauma at some point in their lives, but not everyone asked themselves to take a step back, and shift focus to others, and what they may be going through.
Scholar uses her own cancer journey to fuel her career passion
A gifted Bay Area student who faced cancer as a teenager and won has taken on a new role in the fight against the devastating disease.
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.