Bay Area food bank takes fundraising 'Back to the Future'
The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano held their annual fundraiser Thursday night at West Wind Solano Drive-In in Concord.
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Case of West Nile virus discovered in Brentwood
Recently health officials discovered the first case of the year in a dead American crow in Brentwood, according to the Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District.
Authorities search for arson suspect after series of small fires along Hwy 4
Authorities in the East Bay are searching for an arsonist after a series of fires along Highway 4 near Pittsburg Sunday morning.
Multiple arson suspects arrested in connection with weekend East Bay fires
Authorities in Contra Costa County arrested four people suspected of sparking dozens of small brush fires in just a matter of hours over the weekend.
CHP busts $715K retail theft ring, Pittsburg man arrested
More than $700,000 in stolen merchandise was recovered and an East Bay man was arrested in connection with a Bay Area retail theft ring, authorities said Wednesday.
CoCo DA charges Concord couple with murder of woman's husband
The office of the Contra Costa District Attorney announced Wednesday it charged a Concord couple with the murder of the woman's husband back in January.
CoCo supes deny appeal of plan to convert Martinez refinery into biofuel plant
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors paved the way for the Marathon Martinez Refinery to be converted into a biofuel facility on Tuesday, after the board unanimously denied an appeal from more than a dozen environmental groups and individuals to stop the project.
Crews stop forward progress of Pittsburg brush fire
Fire crews in the East Bay have stopped the forward progress of a brush fire burning in Pittsburg Monday.
Contra Costa County Supes Consider Appeal Of 144 Home Bayview Estates Subdivision Near Martinez
Contra Costa Board of Supervisors will hear an appeal of an approval of a residential subdivision.
CoCo County Supes Taking Applications For Racial Justice Board
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors announced this week that it is seeking applicants for its 18-member Racial Justice Oversight Body.
Protesters Call For Contra Costa Sheriff David Livingston's Resignation Over Support Of Convicted Deputy
Activists and family members of those who have died in police custody demonstrated outside of the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office in Martinez on Tuesday morning, calling on Sheriff David Livingston to resign.
East Bay Woman Sentenced To Prison For Bank Fraud, Stealing Trash Bags Full Of Mail
A 28-year-old Contra Costa County woman was sentenced Monday to four years and nine months in federal prison for bank fraud and being in possession of trash bags full of stolen U.S. mail.
UPDATE: Victims Killed in Fiery Head-On Crash on I-80 Identified; Driver Responsible Was Missing SF Woman
The Contra Costa County medical examiner has identified the two people killed in a head-on collision between a Honda SUV and a Tesla on I-80 near the Carquinez Bridge Sunday, one of whom was a San Francisco woman who had been reported missing.
East Bay Median Home Price Soars To $1.2M Amid Lower Inventory – 'Potential Buyers Acted Quickly'
In another sign of the Bay Area's scorching hot real estate market, realtors said the median sales price for a single family home in the East Bay has soared to $1.2 million as inventory has dropped compared to a year ago.
2 Dead After Fiery Wrong-Way, Head-On Collision on I-80 in Contra Costa
A wrong-way driver traveling west on eastbound I-80 in Contra Costa County early Sunday collided head-on with a vehicle, killing both drivers according to authorities.
Mount Diablo Unified Teachers, District Reach Agreement
The teachers' union and officials in the Mt. Diablo Unified School District have reached an agreement, ending an impasse that has lasted more than a month.
Mount Diablo Unified School District Teachers Vote Overwhelmingly in Favor of Strike
Members of the Mount Diablo Education Association on Wednesday voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike if they can't reach a contract deal with the district.
Contra Costa County Fire To Annex East Contra Costa Fire Protection District
Firefighting and EMS services in most of Contra Costa County will be under one agency, after a merger was approved earlier this week.
Family Of Tyrell Wilson Reaches $4.5M Settlement With Contra Costa County Over Killing By Deputy
Contra Costa County has agreed to pay $4.5 million to the family of a mentally ill homeless man who was killed by a sheriff's deputy in a 30-second confrontation.
Contra Costa Supervisors Consider Countywide 'Vision Zero' Traffic Safety Plan
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will consider taking Vision Zero countywide Tuesday.
Contra Costa Supes Consider Proposal To Build Condos On Former Palmer School Site
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will decide Tuesday whether to sign off on the environmental impact report for a developer's plan to build 125 condos on the former Palmer School site in unincorporated Walnut Creek.
Contra Costa Board of Supervisors Responds to Report on Stray Animals in County
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors officially responded Tuesday to a civil grand jury report from last year that said the county has a serious homeless animal problem that's not being addressed.
Contra Costa County Supervisors Start Process of Changing Kirker Pass Road Name
Like so many people who've grown up in Contra Costa County, Karen Mitchoff just figured Kirker Pass was named after a rancher who settled near the well-traveled road winding through the hills between Concord and Pittsburg.
With Indoor Mask Mandate Ended, Newsom to Discuss California's Future COVID Plans
On Thursday, Governor Gavin Newsom is expected to lay out the next steps in the state's pandemic recovery as officials transition "from reacting to a pandemic to living with COVID-19."
COVID: Contra Costa County Drops Proof Of Vaccination, Negative Test Requirement At Restaurants, Gyms
Health officials in Contra Costa County announced Friday certain businesses, including restaurants and gyms, are no longer required to check patrons for proof of vaccination or a negative test.
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Brush fire burning in remote area of Contra Costa near Tassajara
Fire crews are at the scene of a 35-acre brush fire burning in a remote area of Contra Costa County Monday afternoon.
Update: Police identify 2 pedestrians that died in San Francisco SoMa collision with taxi
Two people were killed after a taxi drove onto a sidewalk in San Francisco Sunday afternoon.
Redding man pleads guilty to setting several fires in Shasta-Trinity National Forest
A man pleaded guilty Monday to being a serial arsonist after being caught setting nearly a dozen wildfires in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Bonta launches review after 2 dead following San Francisco police shooting
State prosecutors review and investigate an officer-involved shooting that left two dead in San Francisco on Thursday, officials with the California Department of Justice announced Monday.
Livermore considers property to build treatment facility for homeless
On the Livermore City Council's consent calendar Monday night is a resolution authorizing the spending of $2.4 million in city affordable housing trust funds to buy the property at 2346 Walnut St. for a substance abuse disorder (SUD) and medication assistance treatment (MAT) facility for the unhoused.
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.
Meta, Twitter boards face backlash from NY pension fund
A major New York pension fund that has invested in both Facebook's corporate parent and Twitter believes it's time to shake up the companies' boards of directors because of their inability to keep violent content off their influential social media services.
Newsom warns of possible mandatory water cuts as drought drags on
California Gov. Gavin Newsom threatened Monday to impose mandatory water restrictions if residents don't use less on their own as a drought drags on and the hotter summer months approach.
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.
Santa Rosa man arrested for attempted murder in weekend shooting
A 28-year-old Santa Rosa man has been arrested for attempted murder after a weekend argument ended in gunfire.
Judge dismisses ADA lawsuit against Napa realtor
A disabled litigant who relied on "dreams and window shopping" to prove that he had legal standing to sue a Napa County realtor under the Americans with Disabilities Act had those dreams dashed last week when a federal judge dismissed his suit.
Family devastated by San Francisco pro cyclist's murder in Texas
The family of San Francisco pro cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson was wrestling with her "senseless, tragic loss" in the wake of her slaying in Austin, Texas, last week
Arrest made in fatal stabbing at San Mateo bus stop
Police in San Mateo announced an arrest Monday in connection with the fatal stabbing of a man at a bus stop earlier this month.
Andrew Wiggins 'posterize' dunk becomes talk of the NBA playoffs
To put it mildly Golden State Warriors star Andrew Wiggins has silenced his critics this season, but it was a thunderous Game 3, fourth-quarter dunk Sunday night that put an exclamation point on it.
Thrive City crowds grow as Warriors continue their NBA playoff march
Thrive City has quickly become the place to be for Warriors fans and on Sunday night it was rocking as Golden State defeated Dallas to move one win away from the NBA Finals.
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Brush fire burning in remote area of Contra Costa near Tassajara
Fire crews are at the scene of a 35-acre brush fire burning in a remote area of Contra Costa County Monday afternoon.
Update: Police identify 2 pedestrians that died in San Francisco SoMa collision with taxi
Two people were killed after a taxi drove onto a sidewalk in San Francisco Sunday afternoon.
Bonta launches review after 2 dead following San Francisco police shooting
State prosecutors review and investigate an officer-involved shooting that left two dead in San Francisco on Thursday, officials with the California Department of Justice announced Monday.
Livermore considers property to build treatment facility for homeless
On the Livermore City Council's consent calendar Monday night is a resolution authorizing the spending of $2.4 million in city affordable housing trust funds to buy the property at 2346 Walnut St. for a substance abuse disorder (SUD) and medication assistance treatment (MAT) facility for the unhoused.
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.
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Update: Police identify 2 pedestrians that died in San Francisco SoMa collision with taxi
Two people were killed after a taxi drove onto a sidewalk in San Francisco Sunday afternoon.
Bonta launches review after 2 dead following San Francisco police shooting
State prosecutors review and investigate an officer-involved shooting that left two dead in San Francisco on Thursday, officials with the California Department of Justice announced Monday.
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.
Family devastated by San Francisco pro cyclist's murder in Texas
The family of San Francisco pro cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson was wrestling with her "senseless, tragic loss" in the wake of her slaying in Austin, Texas, last week
Arrest made in fatal stabbing at San Mateo bus stop
Police in San Mateo announced an arrest Monday in connection with the fatal stabbing of a man at a bus stop earlier this month.
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Brush fire burning in remote area of Contra Costa near Tassajara
Fire crews are at the scene of a 35-acre brush fire burning in a remote area of Contra Costa County Monday afternoon.
Livermore considers property to build treatment facility for homeless
On the Livermore City Council's consent calendar Monday night is a resolution authorizing the spending of $2.4 million in city affordable housing trust funds to buy the property at 2346 Walnut St. for a substance abuse disorder (SUD) and medication assistance treatment (MAT) facility for the unhoused.
Oakland police say woman dies after being struck by multiple vehicles
A 63-year-old Oakland woman died Saturday night on Bancroft Avenue after she was run over by multiple vehicles, none of which stopped.
Warriors superfan in Oakland appeals to higher power
Golden State Warriors ultrafan Lloyd Canamore said he made sure to attend Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church in West Oakland Sunday to pray for a Game 3 win.
Mystery surrounds body discovered in Oakland burning car
Detectives were trying to unravel how a man died after his body was discovered in a burning car in Oakland on Friday night.
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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.
San Jose Japantown residents sleeping easier with new railroad quiet zone
People living near Japantown in San Jose will no longer have to hear blaring train horns in the wee hours, after a "partial quiet zone" was established along several Union Pacific railroad crossings.
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.
FIFA to announce 2026 World Cup sites in June; Levi's Stadium among possible venues
FIFA intends to announce the 2026 World Cup sites during a news conference in New York on June 16, with Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara remaining a possible venue.
Valley Fair mall workers keep up pressure in fight over parking fees
Workers at Valley Fair Mall kept up the pressure on mall management for free employee parking, holding a rally at the main entrance along Stevens Creek Boulevard on Thursday.
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Santa Rosa man arrested for attempted murder in weekend shooting
A 28-year-old Santa Rosa man has been arrested for attempted murder after a weekend argument ended in gunfire.
Judge dismisses ADA lawsuit against Napa realtor
A disabled litigant who relied on "dreams and window shopping" to prove that he had legal standing to sue a Napa County realtor under the Americans with Disabilities Act had those dreams dashed last week when a federal judge dismissed his suit.
Residents breathe sigh of relief as Quail Fire reaches 85% containment
A weed whacker may have sparked a large fire just north of Vacaville, forcing Cal Fire to issue an evacuation order to dozens of families on Saturday afternoon.
Red Flag warning issued for most of Solano County
A Red Flag Warning has been issued for most of Solano County for parts of Monday and Tuesday due to conditions that are ripe for fast-moving wildfires
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.
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Andrew Wiggins 'posterize' dunk becomes talk of the NBA playoffs
To put it mildly Golden State Warriors star Andrew Wiggins has silenced his critics this season, but it was a thunderous Game 3, fourth-quarter dunk Sunday night that put an exclamation point on it.
Thrive City crowds grow as Warriors continue their NBA playoff march
Thrive City has quickly become the place to be for Warriors fans and on Sunday night it was rocking as Golden State defeated Dallas to move one win away from the NBA Finals.
Steph Curry scores 31, Warriors dominate the boards in Game 3 win
Steph Curry scored 31 points and had 11 assists Sunday night leading the Golden State Warriors to the brink of their sixth NBA Finals in eight years with 109-100 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
Warriors superfan in Oakland appeals to higher power
Golden State Warriors ultrafan Lloyd Canamore said he made sure to attend Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church in West Oakland Sunday to pray for a Game 3 win.
Padres complete Giants sweep
The surging San Diego Padres completed a three-game sweep of the Giants, beating San Francisco 10-1 on Sunday.
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Redding man pleads guilty to setting several fires in Shasta-Trinity National Forest
A man pleaded guilty Monday to being a serial arsonist after being caught setting nearly a dozen wildfires in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Bonta launches review after 2 dead following San Francisco police shooting
State prosecutors review and investigate an officer-involved shooting that left two dead in San Francisco on Thursday, officials with the California Department of Justice announced Monday.
Santa Rosa man arrested for attempted murder in weekend shooting
A 28-year-old Santa Rosa man has been arrested for attempted murder after a weekend argument ended in gunfire.
Family devastated by San Francisco pro cyclist's murder in Texas
The family of San Francisco pro cyclist Anna Moriah Wilson was wrestling with her "senseless, tragic loss" in the wake of her slaying in Austin, Texas, last week
Arrest made in fatal stabbing at San Mateo bus stop
Police in San Mateo announced an arrest Monday in connection with the fatal stabbing of a man at a bus stop earlier this month.
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Meta, Twitter boards face backlash from NY pension fund
A major New York pension fund that has invested in both Facebook's corporate parent and Twitter believes it's time to shake up the companies' boards of directors because of their inability to keep violent content off their influential social media services.
Hog power: Electric motorcycle from Harley-Davidson zaps EV doubters
Meet the latest from Harley-Davidson: the "LiveWire" battery-electric motorcycle offers road warriors a 100-horsepower beast that goes 0-60 in three seconds.
Judge dismisses investor's lawsuit against Elon Musk, Tesla and Twitter fan
A federal judge in California dismissed a securities fraud and defamation lawsuit filed by a Tesla investor against CEO Elon Musk, one of Musk's a supporters and Tesla.
Central Valley to get new 350 area code as 209 runs out of numbers
California's Central Valley is getting a new area code -- 350 -- to ensure that enough phone numbers are available in the region currently served by the 209 area code, the California Public Utilities Commission announced Thursday.
Senators target Big Tech's digital advertising machine with new proposal
Google, Facebook's parent Meta, and Amazon could have to spin off chunks of their advertising businesses under Congress's latest bill targeting Big Tech, according to the US senators behind the proposal.
Health
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How monkeypox spreads and why "we've never seen" current cases
As the CDC confirms a case in Boston, Dr. Jon LaPook discusses why the potentially fatal disease, now found in 12 countries outside Africa, is being taken seriously by public health officials.
Biden says monkeypox cases something to "be concerned about"
"They haven't told me the level of exposure yet but it is something that everybody should be concerned about," the president said.
COVID: Berkeley Unified reinstates indoor mask mandate through end of school year
Officials with the Berkeley Unified School District announced Friday that masks would again be required in all indoor spaces starting Monday, May 23 through the end of the school year, due to rising COVID-19 case levels.
COVID: CDPH boosts 'test and treat' capacity, urges boosters amid rising case levels
COVID-19 testing capacity will expand across the state in the coming weeks as public health officials in an effort to make it easier to access both testing and prescription treatments, state health officials said Wednesday.
Baby formula shortage puts Santa Rosa mom in life-and-death struggle
For 11 years, Keely Aguilar has fought day and night to keep her daughter alive, but now the national baby formula shortage has added to her woes.
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Livermore considers property to build treatment facility for homeless
On the Livermore City Council's consent calendar Monday night is a resolution authorizing the spending of $2.4 million in city affordable housing trust funds to buy the property at 2346 Walnut St. for a substance abuse disorder (SUD) and medication assistance treatment (MAT) facility for the unhoused.
Newsom warns of possible mandatory water cuts as drought drags on
California Gov. Gavin Newsom threatened Monday to impose mandatory water restrictions if residents don't use less on their own as a drought drags on and the hotter summer months approach.
Boudin, Bonta ask courts for injunction to block sale of 'ghost gun' kits
State Attorney General Rob Bonta joined San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin Monday in asking a judge for a preliminary injunction, halting the sale of illegal ghost gun kits by three retailers.
Cindy Chavez, Matt Mahan vie for San Jose mayor
KPIX 5's Devin Fehely sat down with two candidates running to fill San Jose mayor Sam Liccardo's seat. (5-22-22)
Military plane carrying 39 tons of baby formula arrives in U.S.
The shipment was the first of several flights carrying infant formula from Europe expected this weekend to relieve the deepening shortage in the U.S.
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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.
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Performers practice in S.F. for return of Carnaval
After a COVID break, Carnaval will be taking to the streets again and dancers are practicing for their big moment in the Mission District next weekend. Len Ramirez reports. (5-22-22)
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.
Powerhouse Japanese Psych Band Comes to August Hall
The latest standard bearer of otherworldly psychedelia to emerge from Japan, Kikagaku Moyo brings it's stunning live show to San Francisco's August Hall Saturday night.
Kenny Loggins on savoring the moments
Even at 74, the musician (whose new memoir is titled "Still Alright") sounds as youthful as his songs, which have a habit of making us feel young, too.
Pete Davidson confirms he's leaving "Saturday Night Live"
"It's crazy to think that today I'll be doing my last one," Davidson wrote on Instagram prior to Saturday's season finale.
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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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Controversy stirred by SF Pride Parade organizers asking police not to wear uniforms
Kenny Choi reports on SF police, fire and sheriff's department personnel saying they won't participate in the SF Pride parade if police can't wear uniforms (5-23-2022)
Crews battle large brush fire burning in Contra Costa County
Sara Donchey reports on Cal Fire and local fire departments fighting a brush fire burning near Tassajara (5-23-2022)
Brush fire burning in remote area of Pleasanton
Sara Donchey reports on crews responding to a fire near the intersection of Camino Tassajara and Highland Road (5-23-2022)
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Local Doctor gives the latest on the Covid surge and getting kids booster shots
We ask Dr. Malathi Srinivasan from Stanford Health Care how often we could see surges of COVID infections, and if parents are recommended to get their younger children boosted as soon as possible, now that the CDC is recommending them for kids 5 to 11.
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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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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.
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.