2 Women Jailed After Danville Costco Purse Theft Followed By Walnut Creek Nordstrom Shopping Spree
A credit card fraud alert led to the arrest of two alleged purse thieves Saturday in Walnut Creek not long after the theft occurred in Danville.
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Costco Limits Water, Toilet Paper, Other Purchases Due To Supply Chain Delays
Shoppers are getting hit with purchase limits and, in some cases, higher prices at Costco but unlike during the pandemic, this time it's not driven by hoarding or panic buying.
COVID: Walmart, Trader Joe's and Costco Drop Mask Requirements for Vaccinated Customers
Shoppers who are vaccinated against COVID-19 can shop without masks in some Walmart, Sam's Club and Costco locations as well as at Trader Joe's, the companies said in separate announcements Friday.
Novato Costo Gas Station Plans Draws Mixed Response From Community
Costco wants to build a gas station in the parking lot of the Vintage Oaks Shopping Center in Novato, but not everybody appears to be on board.
Few Signs of Pre-Thanksgiving Pandemic Panic Buying in East Bay
The surge in COVID-19 cases has reportedly caused a new round of panic buying days before the Thanksgiving but worries about a lack of toilet paper may be overblown.
Witnesses Help Antioch Police Apprehend Strong Armed Robbery Suspect
Antioch police were crediting alert witnesses Sunday for the arrest of a suspect in a strong-arm robbery.
At Least 31 Workers Infected With COVID-19 At Costco Stores In Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County health officials are investigating clusters of COVID-19 cases at four Costco stores in the South Bay.
COVID-19 Outbreak At Sunnyvale Costco; 9 Employees Test Positive For Virus
At least 9 employees at Costco in Sunnyvale have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Coronavirus Update: San Francisco Bay Area Costco Shoppers Now Required To Wear Masks; Limits To Meat Purchases
While San Francisco Bay Area residents have been required to wear face coverings in stores for more than a week, Costco has announced it would be strictly enforcing the requirement at all its stores beginning on Tuesday.
Corner Stores Offer Essential Supplies During Coronavirus Shortages
Bay Area residents still trying to replenish some elusive supplies during the COVID-19 outbreak may find their best bet for tracking them down is just around the corner from their house.
Coronavirus Update: Shopping Tips To Avoid Chaos During Bay Area Shelter-In-Place
As crowds rush to stockpile supplies and groceries, the best way to increase your chances of purchasing items in high demand is to arrive as the stores first open for business, or even earlier. However, some stores are enforcing strict limits on the purchases.
Oakland Man Arrested For Allegedly Stealing Truck With Prescription Drugs In Vallejo
A man was arrested Monday for allegedly stealing a truck containing prescription drugs from outside Costco in Vallejo, police said.
Battle Brewing Over Proposed Costco On Large Pleasanton Lot
The battle over a proposed Costco in Pleasanton could soon be heating up once again as the city continues to move ahead in the approval process.
Fremont PD, Bomb Squad Investigate Suspicious Object
Fremont Police and the Alameda County bomb squad were dispatched Sunday evening to parking lot of a Costco at Pacific Commons to investigate a suspicious object, officials said.
Secret Codes, Insider Tips To Save You Even More At Costco
If you're a Costco shopper, you already know the great deals. But have you been walking past secret codes that could save you money?
Target Slashes Prices Sending Stock Down
Target says it is discounting thousands of products throughout its stores, sending its stock down and dragging most of the retail sector with it.
Surveillance Video Of Novato Costco Jewelry Robbery Released
Police in the North Bay are hoping newly released surveillance video will help them track down three suspects in a Novato Costco smash-and-grab robbery.
Novato Costco Targeted In Smash-And-Grab Jewelry Heist
Police are investigating a smash-and-grab robbery at a North Bay Costco store Sunday morning, according to authorities.
Woman Accused Of Shooting Man In San Jose Costco Parking Lot
A woman was arrested in South San Jose Wednesday afternoon after allegedly shooting a man she knew in a Costco parking lot, police said.
Foster City Police Seek Suspects In Costco Armed Robbery
Police in Foster City are asking for the public's help in locating four suspects in a smash-and-grab armed robbery at a Costco store in their city Thursday.
Shots Fired During Armed Smash-And-Grab Robbery At Danville Costco
Police are at the scene of a Costco store in Danville where one person was injured during an armed robbery where at least one shot was fired, according to authorities.
Costco Skewered On Social Media Over Troubled Switch To Visa Credit Card
Many Costco customers have taken to Twitter and the retailer's Facebook page to vent their frustration over Costco's switch from using American Express credit cards to Visa.
Costco Switches From AmEx To Visa
Costco officially switches from American Express to Citi Visa on Monday.
Central Valley Farm Recalls Diced Onion And Celery Linked To E. Coli Outbreak
A Tracy farm is recalling packages of diced onion and celery after the blend was linked to an outbreak of E. coli that has sickened at least 19 people in seven states.
E. Coli Tied To Costco More Dangerous Than Chipotle Outbreak
The strain of E. coli linked to Costco chicken salad that sickened 19 people in seven states is more likely to be life-threatening than a recent outbreak that closed some Chipotle restaurants in the Northwest.
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Verbal confrontation on Santa Rosa street ends in deadly gunfire
A 28-year-old Santa Rosa man was killed early Sunday, the city's 6th homicide of the year, after a heated exchange of words ended in deadly gunfire.
Dramatic CHP Daly City cliff rescue captured on video
Despite challenging winds, a California Highway Patrol helicopter crew plucked a man clinging to a Daly City cliff 500 feet above the Pacific Ocean -- a rescue recorded on video.
Warriors stars Jordan Poole, Kevon Looney share special hometown bond
The defending NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks may have been eliminated from the 2022 NBA playoffs, but that doesn't mean the Brew City isn't still well represented in the post-season.
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.
Local residents breathe sigh of relief as Quail Fire contained
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.
San Francisco professional cyclist found slain in Austin
Authorities are searching for a woman accused of fatally shooting San Francisco cyclist Anna Wilson
Pandemic fiscal challenges still threaten San Francisco small businesses
The owner of a plant store on Van Ness Avenue says she is just days away from closing her small business after 10 years as the pandemic continues to create challenges and she lacks the financial support needed to keep her doors open.
Families, community members step up to save Novato High Prom
It was a night to remember in so many ways for students at the Novato High prom Saturday after riding an emotional rollercoaster in the wake of a bus company hired to provide transportation to the venue coming up short of drivers.
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.
Tiger Woods withdraws from PGA Championship
This is the first time in his career Tiger Woods has withdrawn from a major.
Real estate experts see slowdown in Bay Area housing market
Though homes across the Bay Area continue to sell for record prices, some real estate experts say the market is beginning to level off.
Thousands attend Petaluma tribute to 'American Graffiti'
Saturday morning, thousands gathered in Petaluma to salute "American Graffiti." Many of them brought their classic cars to pay tribute to a movie classic.
Crews make progress battling Quail Fire; Evacuation orders lifted
Firefighters are making progress in battling the Quail Fire in Solano County early Saturday evening, fighting a blaze that began in hilly terrain west of Winters and northwest of Vacaville.
Large swaths of the U.S. are at risk of blackouts this summer
Hotter weather and drought conditions are expected to drive up energy demand, potentially straining the nation's aging power grid.
San Francisco police officers make special roadside delivery
When they are not chasing bad guys, San Francisco police officers are serving the public in many other ways but it's certain none will bring more smiles than what they did Friday night.
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Verbal confrontation on Santa Rosa street ends in deadly gunfire
A 28-year-old Santa Rosa man was killed early Sunday, the city's 6th homicide of the year, after a heated exchange of words ended in deadly gunfire.
Dramatic CHP Daly City cliff rescue captured on video
Despite challenging winds, a California Highway Patrol helicopter crew plucked a man clinging to a Daly City cliff 500 feet above the Pacific Ocean -- a rescue recorded on video.
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.
Warriors stars Jordan Poole, Kevon Looney share special hometown bond
The defending NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks may have been eliminated from the 2022 NBA playoffs, but that doesn't mean the Brew City isn't still well represented in the post-season.
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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Dramatic CHP Daly City cliff rescue captured on video
Despite challenging winds, a California Highway Patrol helicopter crew plucked a man clinging to a Daly City cliff 500 feet above the Pacific Ocean -- a rescue recorded on video.
San Francisco professional cyclist found slain in Austin
Authorities are searching for a woman accused of fatally shooting San Francisco cyclist Anna Wilson
Pandemic fiscal challenges still threaten San Francisco small businesses
The owner of a plant store on Van Ness Avenue says she is just days away from closing her small business after 10 years as the pandemic continues to create challenges and she lacks the financial support needed to keep her doors open.
San Francisco police officers make special roadside delivery
When they are not chasing bad guys, San Francisco police officers are serving the public in many other ways but it's certain none will bring more smiles than what they did Friday night.
Golden State Warriors fans celebrate team's come-from-behind win
Friday's Game 2 kept fans on the edge of their seats until the Golden State Warriors mounted a wild fourth quarter rally
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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.
Antioch Mayor Lamar Thorpe faces trial on 2 counts of DUI
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office announced Friday it was forwarding two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol against Antioch Mayor Lamar Thorpe to the court for trial.
Woman kidnapped, assaulted near the Del Norte BART station
A woman was hospitalized after she was kidnapped, pistol whipped and robbed near the Del Norte BART station on Friday night.
Lake Merritt neighbors want Oakland to take action over recent violence, sideshows
Many people living near Oakland's Lake Merritt feel helpless with the recent shootings and sideshow activity. They accused city leaders of not doing enough to address the violence and dangerous sideshows on Lakeshore Avenue.
7-year-old on bicycle fatally struck by vehicle in Fremont
A young child died from injuries after being hit by a vehicle while riding a bicycle on Montrose Avenue in Fremont Friday afternoon, authorities said.
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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.
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.
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Verbal confrontation on Santa Rosa street ends in deadly gunfire
A 28-year-old Santa Rosa man was killed early Sunday, the city's 6th homicide of the year, after a heated exchange of words ended in deadly gunfire.
Local residents breathe sigh of relief as Quail Fire contained
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.
Families, community members step up to save Novato High Prom
It was a night to remember in so many ways for students at the Novato High prom Saturday after riding an emotional rollercoaster in the wake of a bus company hired to provide transportation to the venue coming up short of drivers.
Thousands attend Petaluma tribute to 'American Graffiti'
Saturday morning, thousands gathered in Petaluma to salute "American Graffiti." Many of them brought their classic cars to pay tribute to a movie classic.
Crews make progress battling Quail Fire; Evacuation orders lifted
Firefighters are making progress in battling the Quail Fire in Solano County early Saturday evening, fighting a blaze that began in hilly terrain west of Winters and northwest of Vacaville.
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Warriors stars Jordan Poole, Kevon Looney share special hometown bond
The defending NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks may have been eliminated from the 2022 NBA playoffs, but that doesn't mean the Brew City isn't still well represented in the post-season.
Musgrove sharp, Machado homers as Padres top Giants
Joe Musgrove pitched seven scoreless innings of four-hit ball to remain unbeaten, Manny Machado homered and the San Diego Padres beat the San Francisco Giants 2-1.
Tiger Woods withdraws from PGA Championship
This is the first time in his career Tiger Woods has withdrawn from a major.
Golden State Warriors fans celebrate team's come-from-behind win
Friday's Game 2 kept fans on the edge of their seats until the Golden State Warriors mounted a wild fourth quarter rally
Unruly San Francisco Giants fans draw the ire of Padres players
Fans in San Francisco threw at least one baseball and a beer bottle onto the field Friday night in the direction of San Diego Padres outfielder Jurickson Profar.
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Verbal confrontation on Santa Rosa street ends in deadly gunfire
A 28-year-old Santa Rosa man was killed early Sunday, the city's 6th homicide of the year, after a heated exchange of words ended in deadly gunfire.
San Francisco professional cyclist found slain in Austin
Authorities are searching for a woman accused of fatally shooting San Francisco cyclist Anna Wilson
Antioch Mayor Lamar Thorpe faces trial on 2 counts of DUI
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office announced Friday it was forwarding two counts of driving under the influence of alcohol against Antioch Mayor Lamar Thorpe to the court for trial.
Scammer targets desperate Santa Rosa mom searching for baby formula
Keely Aguilar has encountered both sides of humanity in her desperate search for the baby formula needed to keep her 11-year-old daughter Natalia alive.
Woman kidnapped, assaulted near the Del Norte BART station
A woman was hospitalized after she was kidnapped, pistol whipped and robbed near the Del Norte BART station on Friday night.
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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.
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.
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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.
CDC clears Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine boosters for children as young as five
The agency also upped its recommendation for second boosters in adults 50 and older, as well as the immunocompromised.
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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.
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.
San Francisco City Attorney sues Tenderloin SRO owner over building conditions
The owner of a single room occupancy hotel in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood is being sued for allegedly creating a public nuisance and ignoring health and safety violations.
San Francisco archbishop bans Pelosi from receiving communion due to abortion stance
San Francisco Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone on Friday announced that Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi would not be allowed to receive communion due to her stance on abortion in an open letter.
Anti-abortion activist charged with stalking, harassing SF doctor
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
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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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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.
Tiger Woods withdraws from PGA Championship
This is the first time in his career Tiger Woods has withdrawn from a major.
Thousands attend Petaluma tribute to 'American Graffiti'
Saturday morning, thousands gathered in Petaluma to salute "American Graffiti." Many of them brought their classic cars to pay tribute to a movie classic.
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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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City of Oakland welcomes American Ultimate Frisbee League team the Spiders
Jocelyn Moran reports on Oakland Spiders ultimate frisbee team having their first season in East Bay (5-20-2022)
First Alert Weather Forecast for Sunday morning
Temperatures begin to soar as heat wave settles over Bay Area
Community members step up to save Novato High prom
Novato High students had a night to remember after the local community stepped up when chartered bus company comes up short of drivers.
Quail Fire: Firefighters continue to mop-up a wildfire near Vacaville
Local resident breathe a sigh of relief as firefighters contain Quail Fire
Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf on 'City Challenge' where residents can voice their solutions to tackling
Oakland City Challenge gives local residents a platform to suggest ways to solve issues confronting the community
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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.