Gilroy leaders hope high-speed rail makes their town a transit hub
California's High Speed Rail project was cheered by Gilroy officials who envision building a transit hub around the rail stop. Len Ramirez reports. (4-29-22)
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High-Speed Rail between San Jose, Central Valley receives final EIR certification
High-speed rail between San Jose and the Central Valley took a step closer to becoming reality after the final environmental impact report was certified Thursday.
UC Berkeley Poll: Strong Support For California's High-Speed Rail Project
A new poll suggests strong public support for California's ambitious high-speed rail project, but the challenges of stretching it to San Jose are daunting.
High Speed Rail Construction Through Central Valley At 'Turning Point', Executive Says
The construction of California's high-speed rail system is at a "turning point" as a stretch of the project through the Central Valley is on track for completion in the next few years, the project's chief executive said Tuesday.
Battle Over California Bullet Train Continues To Slow It Down
Ongoing negotiations between the California legislature and transportation officials continues to delay the state's high-speed rail project, with the most recent hurdle being a debate over whether the train should be high speed when it launches.
Construction Firm Warns Of New Delays For California High-Speed Rail Project
Delays in securing land for California's high-speed rail project will push completion of a 65-mile section of the line in Kings County until at least April 2025 — nearly two years after the date the state included in a business plan adopted last week, a newspaper reported Monday.
California Pushes Back High-Speed Rail Construction Deadline For Central Valley Stretch To 2023
California is again pushing back the deadline and raising the cost for its high-speed rail project, this time asking the Biden administration for a one-year extension on completing construction on a section of track in the Central Valley.
California High-Speed Rail Cost Rises By Another $1 Billion
The California High-Speed Rail Authority on Wednesday bumped its overall cost estimate for completing the rail line between San Francisco and Los Angeles to $80.3 billion.
Trump Administration Won't Immediately Give Away $1B For California High-Speed Rail
The Trump administration will not immediately give $1 billion it revoked from California's high-speed rail project to another project, according to a legal agreement reached Wednesday between the two.
California Sues Trump Administration Over $1B In Canceled High-Speed Rail Money
California sued Tuesday to block the Trump administration from cancelling nearly $1 billion for the state's high-speed rail project, escalating the state's feud with the federal government.
Newsom Promises Court Fight Over Trump Withdrawal Of $1B In High-Speed Rail Funds
The Trump administration cancelled nearly $1 billion in federal money for California's high-speed rail project Thursday.
California: Trump Administration Plan To Renege On $3.5 Billion For High Speed Rail 'Disastrous'
Leaders of California's high-speed rail project told the Trump administration its plans to withhold $3.5 billion in federal money for the project was "legally indefensible" and "disastrous policy."
Feds Cancel High-Speed Rail Grant, Explore Return Of $2.5B
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Tuesday it would cancel nearly a billion dollars in grant funds yet to be paid to the California high-speed rail project.
President Trump: California Owes Feds Billions For Bullet Train 'Disaster'
A day after California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to scale back the state's high-speed rail project, President Donald Trump demanded that federal funds be reimbursed on Twitter.
Bay Area High Speed Rail Plan Halted After Gov. Newsom's Address
Commuters and transportation officials in San Jose were surprised by Gov. Newsom's announcement to cut back plans for high speed rail in California.
Gov. Newsom Puts Brakes On California's High-Speed Rail Plan
Governor Gavin Newsom dropped a bombshell early in his State of the State address Tuesday, announcing that California would abandon the state's plan for a high-speed rail connection between San Francisco and Los Angeles.
Lawmakers To Discuss Scathing California High-Speed Rail Audit
California lawmakers are set to discuss a scathing audit of the state's ambitious high-speed rail project.
Audit Cites Flaws In Costly California High-Speed Rail Project
Flawed decision-making and poor contract management contributed to billions in cost overruns and years of delays in the as-yet unbuilt California's high-speed rail line between Los Angeles and San Francisco, state auditors said Thursday.
2020 California Ballot Proposal Would Seek To Nix High-Speed Rail
Supporters of a November ballot measure to repeal a California gas tax increase proposed Tuesday an initiative for 2020, saying it would provide money for road repairs and eliminate the state's beleaguered $77 billion high-speed rail project.
Gov. Brown Invites Trump To See California High-Speed Rail Projects
California Gov. Jerry Brown on Monday invited President Donald Trump to visit the state's high-speed rail construction projects while he is in the state this week to examine prototypes of the wall he wants to build along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Cost For California High Speed Rail Soars To $77 Billion
The projected cost of California's bullet train from San Francisco to Los Angeles has jumped 20 percent to $77 billion and the opening date has been pushed back four years to 2033.
Geologists Test Bay Area Soil For High-Speed Rail Project
Testing is underway in the Bay Area to see if the ground can handle high-speed trains.
Lawmakers Seek California High-Speed Rail Audit As Cost Rises
A bipartisan team of lawmakers is expected to request a formal audit of California's high-speed rail project after the projected cost of one segment rose by nearly $3 billion.
Gov. Brown Champions High-Speed Rail Even Though It's Billions Over Budget
California's high-speed rail project is billions over budget, but Gov. Brown says it's still cheaper than building more freeways and airports.
California Bullet Train Cost Climbs By $2.8 Billion
Officials increased the cost estimate for the first phase of California's high speed rail project by 35 percent on Tuesday, to $10.6 billion.
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Both parents of toddler found by strangers were killed in Highland Park mass shooting
Kevin and Irina McCarthy were among the seven killed as a result of the mass shooting.
Independent California truckers scramble after Supreme Court refuses to hear AB5 case
A law designed to force gig-economy companies like Uber, Lyft and DoorDash to accept workers as employees is also having a profound impact on the trucking industry.
Suspected Highland Park parade gunman charged with 7 counts of first-degree murder
A gunman attacked paradegoers from a rooftop, killing 7 people, during a Chicago suburb's July Fourth festivities.
Park Rangers rescue surfer found floating face down near Point Reyes
First responders took a surfer to a hospital by helicopter after he was found floating facedown in the water at Point Reyes National Seashore's South Beach on Tuesday afternoon, according to the National Park Service.
Castro Valley man, former Team USA Softball president, accused of lewd acts with child
A Castro Valley man who once led the governing body for softball in the United States has been accused of multiple sex offenses with a child, authorities said.
What we know about the suspect in the Highland Park shooting
Hours after a gunman opened fire on a suburban Fourth of July parade, police took a man into custody.
Woman arrested in Berkeley shooting, road rage incident
Police in Berkeley have arrested a Central Valley woman following a road rage incident on Interstate 80 that led to a shooting earlier this year.
Mandatory evacuations expanded in Amador County for Electra Fire
Mandatory evacuation and evacuation warning zones in Amador County were expanded Tuesday afternoon due to the Electra Fire, the Amador County Sheriff's Office said.
Victim in Brentwood Amtrak crash at vineyard fundraiser dies
A child who was hospitalized after a horrific Amtrak crash at a Brentwood vineyard fundraiser last month has died, according a GoFundMe page set up for the family.
Illegal fireworks start fire in Santa Rosa that causes 20K in damage
Investigators from the Santa Rosa Fire Department say illegal fireworks started a fire late Monday night on the roof of the Johnny Franklin's Muffler building.
EPA orders SF-based Wish to stop selling illegal, unregistered disinfectants
The federal government ordered San Francisco-based e-commerce site Wish on Tuesday to stop selling illegal and unregistered disinfectants on its online marketplace.
Vegetation fire breaks out near Kelseyville in Lake County
Crews have responded to a vegetation fire that broke out in Lake County Tuesday afternoon.
Nelson Fire burns 22 acres in Cordelia; evacuation lifted
A fast-moving wildfire was burning in Cordelia Tuesday afternoon, prompting mandatory evacuation orders for people in the area before firefighters gained the upper hand.
NorCal federal judge throws out Trump-era rollbacks on endangered species
A federal judge on Tuesday threw out a host of actions by the Trump administration to roll back protections for endangered or threatened species.
San Jose Sharks hire Mike Grier, 1st Black GM in NHL history
The San Jose Sharks have hired Mike Grier to lead the team's front office, making history as the first Black general manager in the history of the National Hockey League.
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Both parents of toddler found by strangers were killed in Highland Park mass shooting
Kevin and Irina McCarthy were among the seven killed as a result of the mass shooting.
Independent California truckers scramble after Supreme Court refuses to hear AB5 case
A law designed to force gig-economy companies like Uber, Lyft and DoorDash to accept workers as employees is also having a profound impact on the trucking industry.
Suspected Highland Park parade gunman charged with 7 counts of first-degree murder
A gunman attacked paradegoers from a rooftop, killing 7 people, during a Chicago suburb's July Fourth festivities.
Park Rangers rescue surfer found floating face down near Point Reyes
First responders took a surfer to a hospital by helicopter after he was found floating facedown in the water at Point Reyes National Seashore's South Beach on Tuesday afternoon, according to the National Park Service.
Castro Valley man, former Team USA Softball president, accused of lewd acts with child
A Castro Valley man who once led the governing body for softball in the United States has been accused of multiple sex offenses with a child, authorities said.
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EPA orders SF-based Wish to stop selling illegal, unregistered disinfectants
The federal government ordered San Francisco-based e-commerce site Wish on Tuesday to stop selling illegal and unregistered disinfectants on its online marketplace.
Update: Arrest made in July 4 deadly stabbing in East Palo Alto
East Palo Alto counted its third homicide of the year Monday after a man was stabbed to death late that night, police said.
12 police officers hurt dispersing crowd in San Francisco Mission District overnight
A crowd in San Francisco's Mission District celebrating the Fourth of July became unruly when officers arrived to break it up, leading to a number of officers getting injured, police said.
Teenager hit by stray bullet while watching fireworks in San Francisco's Bayview District
Police say a stray bullet struck a 14-year-old girl who was watching fireworks in San Francisco's Bayview District on Monday night.
East Palo Alto leaders urge anti-displacement efforts as eviction moratorium ends
The city of East Palo Alto will recommend on Tuesday that the City Council continue to support anti-displacement efforts to keep people in their homes and apartments, especially after statewide eviction moratoriums have expired.
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Castro Valley man, former Team USA Softball president, accused of lewd acts with child
A Castro Valley man who once led the governing body for softball in the United States has been accused of multiple sex offenses with a child, authorities said.
Woman arrested in Berkeley shooting, road rage incident
Police in Berkeley have arrested a Central Valley woman following a road rage incident on Interstate 80 that led to a shooting earlier this year.
Victim in Brentwood Amtrak crash at vineyard fundraiser dies
A child who was hospitalized after a horrific Amtrak crash at a Brentwood vineyard fundraiser last month has died, according a GoFundMe page set up for the family.
Four injured by celebratory gunfire at Oakland Coliseum after fireworks show at A's game
Bullet fragments from celebratory gunfire struck five people at RingCentral Coliseum Monday night during a Fourth of July fireworks show, according to police.
East Bay entrepreneur turns her passion into a lemonade business
If you've been to Oakland's First Fridays or local events, you may have heard of The Lemonade Bar. Founder Imani M-Glover and her family sell lemonade made from unique and fresh ingredients you may not typically find in lemonade.
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San Jose Sharks hire Mike Grier, 1st Black GM in NHL history
The San Jose Sharks have hired Mike Grier to lead the team's front office, making history as the first Black general manager in the history of the National Hockey League.
San Jose set to crack down on illegal fireworks amid extremely dry conditions
The San Jose Fire Department is increasing patrols and visibility on this 4th of July holiday in hopes of preventing fireworks use and fires in the parched, dry hillsides overlooking the city.
Motorcyclist killed after running red light is San Jose's 36th fatal crash
Police said they're investigating the death of a motorcyclist who died after running a red light back in June.
San Jose teen arrested for ghost gun possession during fireworks crackdown
A teenager in San Jose was arrested for allegedly possessing a "ghost gun" while officers were conducting a fireworks enforcement operation during the July 4 holiday weekend.
San Jose eating champ Joey Chestnut wins 15th Nathan's Hot Dog crown
Frankfurter-munching phenom Joey "Jaws" Chestnut gobbled his way to a 15th win Monday at the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, powering down 63 hot dogs and buns at the annual exhibition of excess.
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Park Rangers rescue surfer found floating face down near Point Reyes
First responders took a surfer to a hospital by helicopter after he was found floating facedown in the water at Point Reyes National Seashore's South Beach on Tuesday afternoon, according to the National Park Service.
Mandatory evacuations expanded in Amador County for Electra Fire
Mandatory evacuation and evacuation warning zones in Amador County were expanded Tuesday afternoon due to the Electra Fire, the Amador County Sheriff's Office said.
Illegal fireworks start fire in Santa Rosa that causes 20K in damage
Investigators from the Santa Rosa Fire Department say illegal fireworks started a fire late Monday night on the roof of the Johnny Franklin's Muffler building.
Vegetation fire breaks out near Kelseyville in Lake County
Crews have responded to a vegetation fire that broke out in Lake County Tuesday afternoon.
Nelson Fire burns 22 acres in Cordelia; evacuation lifted
A fast-moving wildfire was burning in Cordelia Tuesday afternoon, prompting mandatory evacuation orders for people in the area before firefighters gained the upper hand.
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San Jose Sharks hire Mike Grier, 1st Black GM in NHL history
The San Jose Sharks have hired Mike Grier to lead the team's front office, making history as the first Black general manager in the history of the National Hockey League.
Four injured by celebratory gunfire at Oakland Coliseum after fireworks show at A's game
Bullet fragments from celebratory gunfire struck five people at RingCentral Coliseum Monday night during a Fourth of July fireworks show, according to police.
Report: Big 12 discusses adding up to 6 Pac-12 schools
The Big 12 is involved in deep discussions to add multiple Pac-12 programs as a way to shore up its membership in the wake of the USC and UCLA defection to the Big Ten, sources tell CBS Sports.
Bumgarner, Diamondbacks send Giants to 5th straight loss, 8-3
Madison Bumgarner posted a win against his former team and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat San Francisco 8-3 Monday, handing the Giants their fifth straight loss.
Vogt hits home run, sacrifice fly as A's beat Blue Jays 5-1
Stephen Vogt hit a home run and a sacrifice fly as Oakland Athletics beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1 on Monday night.
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Suspected Highland Park parade gunman charged with 7 counts of first-degree murder
A gunman attacked paradegoers from a rooftop, killing 7 people, during a Chicago suburb's July Fourth festivities.
Castro Valley man, former Team USA Softball president, accused of lewd acts with child
A Castro Valley man who once led the governing body for softball in the United States has been accused of multiple sex offenses with a child, authorities said.
Woman arrested in Berkeley shooting, road rage incident
Police in Berkeley have arrested a Central Valley woman following a road rage incident on Interstate 80 that led to a shooting earlier this year.
Illegal fireworks start fire in Santa Rosa that causes 20K in damage
Investigators from the Santa Rosa Fire Department say illegal fireworks started a fire late Monday night on the roof of the Johnny Franklin's Muffler building.
What we know about the suspect in the Highland Park shooting
Hours after a gunman opened fire on a suburban Fourth of July parade, police took a man into custody.
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Bay Area tech expert inspired to help people safeguard online privacy
A Bay Area woman who experienced deadly violence in her childhood home is now on a mission to help others secure their digital footprint.
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.
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California women brace for feared rollback of abortion access
Sales of morning-after pills in the Golden State spiked right after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade even though access to abortion in California hadn't changed.
Assembly approves bid to open safe injection sites in San Francisco, Oakland
The California state Assembly on Thursday approved a controversial bill allowing Oakland and San Francisco, along with Los Angeles, to set up places where opioid users could legally inject drugs in supervised settings.
California first to cover health care for all immigrants
California will become the first state to guarantee free health care for all low-income immigrants living in the country illegally, a move that will provide coverage for an additional 764,000 people at an eventual cost of about $2.7 billion a year.
New California law aims to make school less of a yawn with later starts
Beginning this fall high schools in the nation's most populous state can't start before 8:30 a.m. and middle schools can't start before 8 a.m. under a 2019 first-in-the-nation law forbidding earlier start times.
Santa Cruz Co. reports 1st probable case of monkeypox
Santa Cruz County public health officials announced Wednesday that the county's first probable case of monkeypox has been identified in a local resident.
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NorCal federal judge throws out Trump-era rollbacks on endangered species
A federal judge on Tuesday threw out a host of actions by the Trump administration to roll back protections for endangered or threatened species.
East Palo Alto leaders urge anti-displacement efforts as eviction moratorium ends
The city of East Palo Alto will recommend on Tuesday that the City Council continue to support anti-displacement efforts to keep people in their homes and apartments, especially after statewide eviction moratoriums have expired.
July 4 abortion rights protests in cities across the Bay Area
Many people skipped their Fourth of July traditions and instead, protested for abortion rights at rallies all across the Bay Area.
July 4 stirs hopes of independence for Bay Area Ukrainian family
A Fulbright scholar visiting from Ukraine with her family planned to return home this month after celebrating Independence Day in the U.S., but now plans to stay another year, grateful for a safe place to live while her home country remains at war.
SCOTUS ruling on EPA puts new focus on states' power
The U.S. Supreme Court limited the power of the federal government to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from existing power plants. But its ruling didn't touch the power of the states.
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Drag show near Sacramento disrupted, Proud Boys possibly involved
A drag show in Yolo County near Sacramento was disrupted by a group making homophobic and transphobic remarks Thursday night, as the establishment also faced online threats for the event.
Gay, lesbian veterans receive overdue recognition
Long before the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell in 2011, San Francisco was once a major hub for LGBTQ servicemembers.
Danville family's pride flag stolen from their home twice
A Danville family put up a rainbow pride flag on their home to celebrate Pride Month, but the flag has been ripped down and stolen two times.
Men on Pointe: Bay Area duo shakes up 'traditional' views of ballet
Just a mention of his beginnings in dance and it doesn't take long for a smile to spread across Roberto Vega Ortiz's face.
Local Catholic church in San Francisco embracing LGBTQ struggle for equal rights
The decades-long struggle for equal rights for the gay community included an unlikely transformation within a local Catholic church that is now thriving in San Francisco's Castro District.
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'90 alt-rock favorites Failure return to Great American
Reunited '90s alternative-rock band Failure plays songs from their latest album 'Wild Type Droid' Thursday night when they return to the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco.
Geographer, Cold War Kids bring indie-rock to Stern Grove Sunday
The Stern Grove music festival returns with its eclectic lineup of musicians this Sunday, with performers Geographer and Cold War Kids both having Bay Area ties.
Where to Find Bay Area July 4th Parades And Fireworks Shows
Some July 4th festivities across the Bay Area will be returning for the first time in two years since the pandemic began this holiday, celebrating with parades, festivals and fireworks shows.
First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom talks about her new documentary
First Partner of California Jennifer Siebel Newsom recently sat down with KPIX 5 anchor Juliette Goodrich to talk about the latest documentary she directed called "Fair Play."
Marin County Fair returns to San Rafael in-person for first time since 2019
For the first time since the pandemic shutdown in 2019, the Marin County Fair will be in-person from Thursday through Monday, July 4 at the fairgrounds in San Rafael.
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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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Pittsburg home seriously damaged after fireworks-caused fire
Lauren Toms reports on a mother who says her son was a hero for reporting Pittsburg house fire sparked by fireworks (7-5-2022)
Oakland police chief details violence over July 4th weekend, including shooting of toddler
Elizabeth Cook reports on Oakland police investigating multiple shooting incidents that took place over the July 4th holiday weekend (7-5-2022)
Independent California truckers scramble after Supreme Court refuses to hear AB5 case
AB5 was intended to give transport workers more workplace protections, but for truckers who own and operate their own rigs, they said it may be the end of the road. John Ramos reports. (7/5/22)
Santa Cruz man among 4 Medal of Honor recipients
At a ceremony on Tuesday, President Joe Biden awarded the Medal of honor to four Vietnam-era soldiers for their acts of heroism. Among the recipients, Major John Duffy of Santa Cruz. Ryan Yamamoto reports. (7/5/22)
Local doctor discusses symptoms of Sarcoma
For Sarcoma awareness month, Dr. Neha Narula with Stanford Health Care discusses the rare type of cancer, the risk factors, and the treatments that are available
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Therapy group helps people let go of their grief in waters of the Pacific
A Pacifica woman provides a safe place to gather in person to grieve and share community in the pandemic.
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.
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Bay Area tech expert inspired to help people safeguard online privacy
A Bay Area woman who experienced deadly violence in her childhood home is now on a mission to help others secure their digital footprint.
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.