Homeless advocates drop lawsuit against Sausalito after city agrees to housing fund
The City of Sausalito has settled a lawsuit with a local homeless advocacy organization that will provide housing assistance to people sheltering at Marinship Park.
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Joe Rodota trail reopening in Santa Rosa after homeless encampments cleared
A section of the Joe Rodota trail in Santa Rosa is reopening, nearly one month after it was closed due to homeless encampments in the area.
Berkeley protesters halt construction in People's Park
Max Darrow reports on protesters bringing the start of construction for a student housing project to a halt in People's Park (8-3-2022)
San Jose councilmember opposes tiny homes for homeless at Noble Park
Noble Park in San Jose should remain an open space for the community, rather than become the grounds for a tiny-home project for unhoused residents, city councilmember David Cohen said in a news conference Monday.
San Jose councilmember joins neighbors opposing tiny homes for homeless plan
A member of the San Jose City Council joined neighbors Monday in opposing a plan to build tiny homes for the homeless near the city's Noble Park. Devin Fehely reports. (8/1/22)
Stockton, Caltrans partner to hire homeless for highway cleanup in city
The Stockton city council approved the renewal of a contract this week that will help homeless men receive employment in cleaning up highways, freeways and offramps throughout the city.
Fremont offers unhoused population overnight security in church parking lots
Fremont's Safe Sleeping program registers people's cars and affords them safe spaces to park overnight at area churches.
Homeless situation outside SF apartment means chaos for tenants, owners
The state's housing crisis hurts the homeless, but also people living in areas where the homeless have nowhere to go or nothing to lose.
Judge's order halts clearing of homeless encampment from Joe Rodota Trail
A judge on Monday granted a temporary restraining order to stop the clearing of a homeless encampment along the Joe Rodota Trail in Santa Rosa.
Judge blocks Caltrans plan to clear huge Oakland homeless camp
A federal judge on Friday refused to let Caltrans "wash their hands" of people living in a homeless encampment on Wood Street in Oakland by clearing them from it.
Joe Rodota Trail to reopen as encampment residents are relocated
A section of the Joe Rodota Trail in Santa Rosa that has been closed off for two weeks is set to reopen, as people living in a homeless encampment on the trail are being offered to relocate at shelters.
Judge to decide if Caltrans may clear Oakland homeless camp
A judge on Friday will decide whether Caltrans can go ahead with the closure of what has been a dangerous homeless camp on Caltrans property off Wood Street in Oakland.
Judge blocks Caltrans' plans to clear Oakland homeless encampment
A federal judge on Tuesday granted a temporary order blocking Caltrans from clearing a homeless encampment under the MacArthur Maze highway interchange in Oakland.
Cyclists object to closure of Joe Rodota Trail over homeless encampment
Without warning, fences went up on Santa Rosa's Joe Rodota Trail, restricting access because of the presence a small homeless encampment earlier this month.
Cyclists question decision to close off Joe Rodota Trail over homeless encampment
Without warning, fences went up on Santa Rosa's Joe Rodota Trail, restricting access because of the presence a small homeless encampment earlier this month. On Tuesday, a group of cyclists questioned the need for that action. John Ramos reports. (7/19/22)
Neighbors of abandoned golf course fed up with constant fires
Neighbors near an abandoned golf course in Pittsburg are tired of constant fires in their backyards. Authorities say at least one fire started in a homeless encampment.
SF nonprofit director recovering after beating outside Fillmore District community center
The director of a San Francisco non-profit is recovering from a violent assault Friday outside his organization in the Fillmore District.
Caltrans to close troubled homeless encampment in West Oakland following fire
Caltrans announced Friday that they are shutting down a homeless encampment near the MacArthur Maze in West Oakland due to ongoing safety concerns and a large fire that tore through the site earlier this week.
Caltrans to clear Oakland homeless encampment near MacArthur Maze
Caltrans says it's closing Oakland's Wood Street homeless encampment because of safety concerns. Neighbors say the closure is long overdue.
Portion of Joe Rodota Trail shut down again over homeless encampment
A portion of the Joe Rodota Trail in Santa Rosa has been again shut down because of a small homeless encampment.
Portion of Joe Rodota Trail again shut down over homeless encampment
A portion of the Joe Rodota Trail in Santa Rosa has been again shut down because of a small homeless encampment. John Ramos reports. (7/13/22)
Portion of Joe Rodota Trail again shut down over homeless encampment
A portion of the Joe Rodota Trail in Santa Rosa has been again shut down because of a small homeless encampment. John Ramos reports. (7/13/22)
Sonoma County may lessen camping restrictions amid homelessness uptick
After hearing about an uptick in homelessness in this year's point-in-time count, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors is moving closer to implementing more relaxed public camping restrictions that will actually be enforced.
Fire sweeps through homeless encampment near MacArthur Maze in Oakland
Fire swept through a homeless encampment near the MacArthur Maze highway interchange in West Oakland on Monday morning.
Raw Video: Scene of homeless encampment fire near MacArthur Maze in Oakland
Crews responded to a fire burning at a homeless encampment burning near the MacArthur Maze in West Oakland on Monday morning. (7/11/22)
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Heavy psych duos bring tandem tour to Bottom of the Hill
Two leading lights of heavy psychedelia share the stage at the Bottom of the Hill Tuesday night when Telekinetic Yeti and White Hills bring their tour to San Francisco.
Fairfield man arrested in wake of fatal San Pablo hit-and-run crash
A suspect was arrested in the wake of two separate hit-and-run crashes that killed a cyclist and injured a motorist early Saturday, police said.
Two charged for brutally beating victim during Walnut Creek Rolex robbery
Two suspects have been charged with assault with a deadly weapon and other counts in the brutal beating of a victim during an attempted Rolex robbery earlier this week in Walnut Creek.
One killed in Vacaville double shooting
Friday afternoon incident remains under investigation by police
Teenager critically injured in West Oakland shooting
A teenage boy was critically injured in a shooting in Oakland Friday afternoon.
Driver killed after smashing into tree in San Jose
One person was killed in a vehicle crash in San Jose early Saturday morning in the city's Rose Garden neighborhood.
Napa Valley Town and Country Fair returns after 2-year COVID hiatus
As the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention drops many of the COVID restrictions, there are signs that life is almost back to normal. The Napa Valley Town and Country Fair makes its return after it took a two-year break due to the pandemic.
San Jose police investigate early morning shooting
Police in San Jose are investigating an early morning shooting Saturday that left one victim with non life threatening injuries, according to authorities.
Three people shot during a softball game at Louis Park in Stockton
A third man refused medical treatment at the scene.
49ers fans pump up Levi's Stadium with preseason energy
Fans of the San Francisco 49ers were not disappointed by the energy at Levi's Stadium for the preseason opener Friday night.
From Kezar to Levi's, lifelong Niners superfan collects mementos and memories
Among the thousands of 49ers fans at Friday's game, there's one standout who boasts an incredible collection of memorabilia that's taken him decades to build.
Lance's deep TD pass leads 49ers to 28-21 win over Packers
Trey Lance flashed his big arm in a brief preseason stint for San Francisco with a 76-yard touchdown pass to speedy rookie Danny Gray and the 49ers beat the Packers 28-21 on Friday night.
Car plows into San Jose apartment building, igniting 2-alarm fire
One San Jose firefighter was injured Friday afternoon as crews responded to a two-alarm apartment building fire ignited by a car crashing into the building's gas meter.
Person fatally shot overnight in Vallejo in city's 12th homicide of the year
A person was shot and killed early Friday morning in Vallejo, police said.
New study shows California overdue for devastating 'megaflood'
A new study shows climate change has already doubled the chances of a disastrous flood happening in California in the next four decades beyond what anyone now alive has experienced.
Harris, Newsom appear in Oakland amid talk about future White House ambitions
Back in the Bay Area, Vice President Kamala Harris held a press event in Oakland's Chabot Space and Science Center Friday. Among the people to join her at the event was Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Homebound pandemic life left many kids missing routine vaccinations
As a new school year is set to begin soon, the California Department of Public Health (CA DPH) is reminding families to make sure their kids are up to date with their routine vaccinations.
1 in custody, 1 sought after South San Francisco catalytic converter theft, pursuit
One suspect is in custody while another is being sought after a catalytic converter theft in South San Francisco led to a police pursuit early Friday morning.
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Fairfield man arrested in wake of fatal San Pablo hit-and-run crash
A suspect was arrested in the wake of two separate hit-and-run crashes that killed a cyclist and injured a motorist early Saturday, police said.
Two charged for brutally beating victim during Walnut Creek Rolex robbery
Two suspects have been charged with assault with a deadly weapon and other counts in the brutal beating of a victim during an attempted Rolex robbery earlier this week in Walnut Creek.
One killed in Vacaville double shooting
Friday afternoon incident remains under investigation by police
Teenager critically injured in West Oakland shooting
A teenage boy was critically injured in a shooting in Oakland Friday afternoon.
Driver killed after smashing into tree in San Jose
One person was killed in a vehicle crash in San Jose early Saturday morning in the city's Rose Garden neighborhood.
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Homebound pandemic life left many kids missing routine vaccinations
As a new school year is set to begin soon, the California Department of Public Health (CA DPH) is reminding families to make sure their kids are up to date with their routine vaccinations.
1 in custody, 1 sought after South San Francisco catalytic converter theft, pursuit
One suspect is in custody while another is being sought after a catalytic converter theft in South San Francisco led to a police pursuit early Friday morning.
Controversial safe-injection site bill awaits decision from Gov. Newsom
The debate over so-called safe-injection sites in California has come to a crucial turning point with Senate Bill 57 landing on Governor Gavin Newsom's desk and awaiting his signature or veto.
FDA approves intradermal injection for monkeypox vaccine
People who are at high risk for monkeypox can now get vaccinated for the virus via intradermal injection after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the technique.
Candidates line up to run against SF interim District Attorney Brooke Jenkins
The race for San Francisco district attorney is taking shape the day before a deadline for would-be candidates to file their paperwork.
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Fairfield man arrested in wake of fatal San Pablo hit-and-run crash
A suspect was arrested in the wake of two separate hit-and-run crashes that killed a cyclist and injured a motorist early Saturday, police said.
Two charged for brutally beating victim during Walnut Creek Rolex robbery
Two suspects have been charged with assault with a deadly weapon and other counts in the brutal beating of a victim during an attempted Rolex robbery earlier this week in Walnut Creek.
Teenager critically injured in West Oakland shooting
A teenage boy was critically injured in a shooting in Oakland Friday afternoon.
2 arrested in murder of Uber driver Patrick Fung in Oakland's Little Saigon
Two people have been arrested in the murder of Uber driver Patrick Fung in Oakland last month and police are still looking for two other suspects, authorities announced Friday afternoon.
Update: Teen arrested in deadly shooting at Brentwood 24 Hour Fitness; victim named
A 17-year-old has been arrested in connection with a shooting that killed one man and injured three others at a gym in Brentwood early Thursday morning.
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Driver killed after smashing into tree in San Jose
One person was killed in a vehicle crash in San Jose early Saturday morning in the city's Rose Garden neighborhood.
San Jose police investigate early morning shooting
Police in San Jose are investigating an early morning shooting Saturday that left one victim with non life threatening injuries, according to authorities.
Car plows into San Jose apartment building, igniting 2-alarm fire
One San Jose firefighter was injured Friday afternoon as crews responded to a two-alarm apartment building fire ignited by a car crashing into the building's gas meter.
Fire burns vegetation, eucalyptus trees at Santa Cruz golf course
Firefighters were able to knock down a vegetation fire burning at a golf course in Santa Cruz Friday afternoon that triggered evacuation advisories, authorities said.
Fugitive San Jose murder suspect arrested in Mexico
A fugitive suspected in the April murder of a man in San Jose has been arrested in Mexico and was awaiting extradition to Santa Clara County, police said Friday.
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Napa Valley Town and Country Fair returns after 2-year COVID hiatus
As the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention drops many of the COVID restrictions, there are signs that life is almost back to normal. The Napa Valley Town and Country Fair makes its return after it took a two-year break due to the pandemic.
Person fatally shot overnight in Vallejo in city's 12th homicide of the year
A person was shot and killed early Friday morning in Vallejo, police said.
Napa transit agency awarded $6.3M for low and zero-emission buses
The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the Napa Valley Transportation Authority $6.3 million in grants to help the agency transition to low-polluting and energy-efficient transit vehicles, U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson, D-St. Helena, announced Thursday.
Legionnaires' disease outbreak traced to two more Napa County sites
An outbreak in Napa County of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease has been traced to two more sites, county health officials said Thursday.
Man sentenced to 30 years to life for shooting brother-in-law in Rohnert Park
A 76-year-old Nevada man received the maximum sentence Thursday after shooting his brother-in-law in Rohnert Park in late 2020 while wearing a Donald Trump face mask and a Santa disguise, prosecutors said.
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49ers fans pump up Levi's Stadium with preseason energy
Fans of the San Francisco 49ers were not disappointed by the energy at Levi's Stadium for the preseason opener Friday night.
Rodon stays sharp, leads Giants past Pirates 5-3
Carlos Rodon allowed two runs over six innings, Mike Yastrzemski drove in three runs and the Giants beat the Pirates 5-3 on Friday night.
From Kezar to Levi's, lifelong Niners superfan collects mementos and memories
Among the thousands of 49ers fans at Friday's game, there's one standout who boasts an incredible collection of memorabilia that's taken him decades to build.
Lance's deep TD pass leads 49ers to 28-21 win over Packers
Trey Lance flashed his big arm in a brief preseason stint for San Francisco with a 76-yard touchdown pass to speedy rookie Danny Gray and the 49ers beat the Packers 28-21 on Friday night.
5th-inning slam lifts Astros over A's
Kyle Tucker hit a grand slam in the fifth inning to rally the Houston Astros to a 7-5 win over the Oakland Athletics on Friday night.
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Fairfield man arrested in wake of fatal San Pablo hit-and-run crash
A suspect was arrested in the wake of two separate hit-and-run crashes that killed a cyclist and injured a motorist early Saturday, police said.
Two charged for brutally beating victim during Walnut Creek Rolex robbery
Two suspects have been charged with assault with a deadly weapon and other counts in the brutal beating of a victim during an attempted Rolex robbery earlier this week in Walnut Creek.
One killed in Vacaville double shooting
Friday afternoon incident remains under investigation by police
Teenager critically injured in West Oakland shooting
A teenage boy was critically injured in a shooting in Oakland Friday afternoon.
San Jose police investigate early morning shooting
Police in San Jose are investigating an early morning shooting Saturday that left one victim with non life threatening injuries, according to authorities.
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Elon Musk sells $7B in Tesla shares ahead of court battle with Twitter
Elon Musk has sold nearly $7 billion worth of shares in Tesla as the billionaire gets his finances in order ahead of his court battle with Twitter.
Police obtain Facebook DMs between Nebraska teen, mom facing charges for abortion
A Nebraska mother and her teenage daughter are facing criminal charges following the teen's abortion in April in a case where police obtained their Facebook messages about the abortion through a search warrant, according to published reports.
Ex-Twitter employee found guilty of spying for Saudi Arabia
A former Twitter employee has been convicted of failing to register as an agent for Saudi Arabia and other charges after accessing private data on users critical of the kingdom's government.
Online prices fall for the first time in two years
Drop in online prices, driven by discounts on electronics and apparel, raises hopes inflation may be turning the corner.
San Jose State to offer 5 online undergrad degree programs in 2023
Starting next year, San Jose State University will offer students the ability to earn online degrees in five undergraduate majors.
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Homebound pandemic life left many kids missing routine vaccinations
As a new school year is set to begin soon, the California Department of Public Health (CA DPH) is reminding families to make sure their kids are up to date with their routine vaccinations.
Controversial safe-injection site bill awaits decision from Gov. Newsom
The debate over so-called safe-injection sites in California has come to a crucial turning point with Senate Bill 57 landing on Governor Gavin Newsom's desk and awaiting his signature or veto.
FDA approves intradermal injection for monkeypox vaccine
People who are at high risk for monkeypox can now get vaccinated for the virus via intradermal injection after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the technique.
Study of Oakland seniors: Long-term traffic pollution linked to higher health care costs
Long-term exposure to low levels of traffic pollution is associated with higher health care costs for elderly Oakland residents, according to a hyper-local study recently published in the peer-reviewed journal Atmospheric Environment.
New program gives hope to victims and families battling dementia
There is a measure of new hope for victims and families battling the devastating effects Alzheimer's and related dementias.
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Harris, Newsom appear in Oakland amid talk about future White House ambitions
Back in the Bay Area, Vice President Kamala Harris held a press event in Oakland's Chabot Space and Science Center Friday. Among the people to join her at the event was Gov. Gavin Newsom.
VP Harris, Gov. Newsom tout California space industry in Oakland
Gov. Newsom joined Vice President Kamala Harris at theChabot Space and Science Center to highlight California's innovative space industry. Da Lin reports. (8-12-22)
Controversial safe-injection site bill awaits decision from Gov. Newsom
The debate over so-called safe-injection sites in California has come to a crucial turning point with Senate Bill 57 landing on Governor Gavin Newsom's desk and awaiting his signature or veto.
House passes Democrats' climate and health care bill, sending it to Biden's desk
Called the Inflation Reduction Act, the bill passed the House in a 220 to 207 party-line vote, days after it cleared the Senate in 51 to 50.
Napa transit agency awarded $6.3M for low and zero-emission buses
The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded the Napa Valley Transportation Authority $6.3 million in grants to help the agency transition to low-polluting and energy-efficient transit vehicles, U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson, D-St. Helena, announced Thursday.
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Update: San Francisco receiving over 10,000 monkeypox vaccine doses
While many San Francisco residents have struggled to get the monkeypox vaccine this week. health officials shared good news early Friday evening.
San Lorenzo Library combats hateful incident with Pride initiative
A month after a group of men associated with a right-wing hate group disrupted a drag queen storytelling event, the San Lorenzo Library is responding with a show of community strength and support.
Transgender community, supporters protest Dave Chappelle show in Santa Rosa
Transgender people and their allies are enraged over a decision to book Dave Chappelle, for four shows beginning Tuesday night, at the Luther Burbank Center in Santa Rosa.
Santa Clara County expands eligibility of monkeypox vaccine; supplies still limited
As cases of monkeypox continue to rise in the Bay Area, health officials in Santa Clara County have expanded eligibility of the vaccine after receiving several hundred doses.
LGBTQ+ activists demand better response to monkeypox outbreak
The number of monkeypox cases is increasing in the Bay Area and nationwide prompting a call for action from members of the gay community.
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Heavy psych duos bring tandem tour to Bottom of the Hill
Two leading lights of heavy psychedelia share the stage at the Bottom of the Hill Tuesday night when Telekinetic Yeti and White Hills bring their tour to San Francisco.
'South Park' enjoys a silver anniversary of satire
Reaching the age of 25 is usually a sign of hitting adulthood, a signal to put away all childish things. Not for "South Park" and stars Stan, Kyle, Kenny and Cartman.
Local singer-songwriter plays free show at popular Mission bar
Noted local songwriter Tom Heyman brings his band the Irregulars to Zeigeist for a free afternoon show Sunday that also features Bay Area roots rockers Sweet Chariot.
Garage-rock festival hosts wild weekend party in Oakland
The beloved Bay Area garage-rock celebration Bargain Rock returns to action this weekend, hosting its three-day punk party at Classic Cars West in Oakland.
Night market revitalizes public space in East San Jose
A new neighborhood night market is bringing people back to a once neglected part of San Jose.
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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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Summer of 2020 captured in 'Painting the Streets: Oakland in the Time of Rebellion'
Poet and contributer Nia McAllister talks to BR host Jan Mabry about 'Painting the Streets, Oakland Uprising in the Time of Rebellion.' To order a copy visit nomadicpress.org.
Back to school: State health officials push for vaccinations before returning to classrooms
One in eight California kids are behind in their vaccinations
First Alert Weather Forecast for Saturday morning
Microclimates lead to wild swings in temperature
Sacramento to pay $1.7 million in police shooting of Stephon Clark
A settlement has been reached in a police shooting of an unarmed Black man in Sacramento. The city will pay $1.7 million to the parents of Stephon Clark who was killed by officers while holding a cell phone in 2018. But as Marlee Ginter reports, some say there is still more that needs to be done.
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San Jose woman's nonprofit gives foster youth path to academic success
Nationwide, about half of all foster kids drop out of high school and fewer than 3% make it through four years of college. A Bay Area woman is helping reverse that trend in the lives of hundreds of Bay Area young people every year.
Oakland man drives disaster preparedness message with educational program
He's unofficially known as a "go-to" person if you need to know anything about disaster preparedness at home.
South Bay man leads nonprofit to provide affordable healthcare to thousands
For more than 36 years, Reymundo Espinoza has led an effort to expand affordable health care for some of the poorest people living in the South Bay.
Peninsula woman receives national award for fighting childhood poverty globally
Peninsula resident Delfarib Fanaie won the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award for service to local communities thanks to her efforts fighting childhood poverty.
Woman's nonprofit help provide space for fellow artists in SF Hunters Point
A San Francisco woman has helped keep alive a vibrant art community in the Hunters Point Shipyard neighborhood.
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Travel abroad helps Oakland student realize his own potential
Many of us dream big about life, jobs and travel. Robert Green is living those dreams and more.
Medical student yearning to give back to community that helped shape her
Giving back to others should be a priority for all of us. It is for Jennifer Juarez Yoc, who looks to faith and family as inspiration to serve others.
Leaning on past experiences, Oakland scholar leads the way for workers' rights
Sharit Cárdenas López spent their childhood watching their mother struggle to support a family on less than what many of us spend on luxuries every year.
Onetime scholar, Oakland native overcomes childhood trauma to thrive in business, politics
In 2019, the CDC reported that 60 percent of adults have experienced at least one incident of significant childhood trauma. Bianca Yarborough is one of those adults, but she's turning that pain into positive motivation for helping others.
Bay Area musician taking his Colombian musical roots to Hollywood
Alex Arango is using his musical talents to tell his personal story and honor his cultural heritage. So when you hear him play, it's hard to believe Arango couldn't read music when he joined his high school's band.