Update: Crews stop progress of vehicle and vegetation fire in Lake County
Crews in the North Bay have stopped the progress of a multiple vehicle fire that spread to vegetation near Kelseyville Wednesday afternoon
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Update: Evacuation orders lifted after wildfire controlled in Clearlake
Evacuation orders triggered by a fast-moving wildfire along a stretch of Highway 53 in Clearlake Thursday afternoon have been lifted.
Vegetation fire breaks out near Kelseyville in Lake County
Crews have responded to a vegetation fire that broke out in Lake County Tuesday afternoon.
$7 Million In Marijuana Found In Massive Lake County Pot Bust
Authorities in Lake County this week located more than 2,000 plants and over 7,500 pounds of processed marijuana in what sheriff's deputies billed as the single largest seizure in county history.
Cal Fire Lifts Burn Permit Requirements in 4 Counties
Cal Fire's Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit announced this week the easing of controlled burn permit requirements as rain and cooler weather lessen the chances of wildfires in the region.
Lake County Sheriff: Pilot Killed In Plane Crash In South Lakeport
Authorities in Lake County said Thursday that a pilot has died in a plane crash on the shores of Clear Lake.
Police: Lake County Man Indicted On Child Porn Charges May Have Additional Bay Area Victims
Police in Brentwood say there may be additional victims of a man recently indicted on federal child pornography charges.
Cache Fire Damage In Lake County Prompts Gov. Newsom To Declare State of Emergency
Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency Tuesday for Lake County to support the response to the Cache Fire, which has caused major damage to homes and other structures since it started three weeks ago.
Cluster of Small Quakes Rattles Lake County Sunday Afternoon
More than a dozen small quakes struck west of Cobb in Lake County on Sunday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Cache Fire Containment Grows To 30% After Flames Destroy Dozens Of Lake County Homes
Firefighters said they have increased containment on the Cache Fire in Lake County on Thursday, nearly a day after the fire broke out and destroyed dozens of homes. Meanwhile, some areas remain under evacuation.
UPDATE: Cache Fire Destroys Dozens Of Homes, Burns 80 Acres In Lake County
A wildfire burning in Lake County Wednesday grew to 80 acres, destroying dozens of homes and forcing evacuations in the communities of Clearlake and Lower Lake, according to authorities.
Firefighters Battling 2-3 Acre Wildfire In Lake County
ire crews were fighting a small wildfire in Lake County Monday night, according to Lake County Sheriff's Department.
UPDATE: 20-Acre Brush Fire In Lake County 75 Percent Contained
Evacuations were underway in Clearlake after a car fire sparked a three-acre blaze.
Ex-Aryan Brotherhood Leader Arrested In Lake County; Accused Of $400K EDD Fraud
A one-time top member of the notorious Aryan Brotherhood who claimed to have turned his life around after 45 years in prison is now charged with defrauding Northern Californians out of nearly $400,000 in unemployment benefits.
Cal Fire Suspends Burn Permits In Northern California, North Bay Counties
Cal Fire has suspended burn permits in six Northern California counties -- Napa, Solano, Sonoma, Colusa, Lake and Yolo.
Lake County Luxury Hotel, Housing Project Raises Concerns Over Wildfire Risk
California's attorney general wants to put a stop to a luxury housing development in a fire-prone area of Lake County.
Magnitude 3.6 Earthquake Strikes Near Cobb In Lake County
A magnitude 3.6 earthquake has struck near the town of Cobb in Lake County, the U.S. Geological Survey reported Wednesday night.
Cal Fire Crews Stop Forward Progress Of Lake County Vegetation Fire
Cal Fire units on Thursday afternoon responded to a new vegetation fire burning in Lake County, according to officials.
LNU Lightning Complex: 41% Contained; Solano Co. Repopulation Enters Phase 3
Containment grew to 41 percent in the deadly LNU Lightning Complex fires burning in the North Bay, Cal Fire officials said.
LNU Lightning Complex: 'Not Done With This By A Long Shot'; Hennessey Fire Remains Top Focus
The northwest tip of the Hennessey Fire, burning just south of Middletown in Lake County, remains the top priority Friday for firefighting efforts on the LNU Lightning Complex fires, Cal Fire officials said.
LNU Lightning Complex: 'Trying To Pick A Battle To Win Every Day'; Fire Advances In Yolo County; Vacaville Fire Victims Identified
The massive LNU Lightning Complex Fire jumped Highway 16 overnight and continued advancing into Yolo County, forcing Cal Fire officials to move additional resources into the Cache Creek area. Meanwhile, people in Lake, Napa, and Solano County had evacuation orders eased.
LNU Lightning Complex: Focus Moves To Hennessey, Walbridge Fires; Evacuees Returning; National Guard Arriving
A wave of emotions and relief swept over Wine Country Wednesday as local residents forced to flee the advancing flames of the massive LNU Lightning Complex fires -- the third largest wildfire outbreak in state history -- were allowed to return to their homes as firefighters expanded containment.
California Wildfires: State Opens Applications For FEMA Assistance
Registration for federal assistance for survivors of wildfires in Lake, Monterey, Napa, San Mateo, Santa Cruz, Solano, Sonoma, and Yolo counties has opened.
LNU Lightning Complex Update: Evacuation Orders, Warnings Lifted For Some Areas Of Napa, Sonoma Counties
Some of the evacuation orders and warnings that had been in place in Sonoma County due to the LNU Lightning Complex fires were lifted early Tuesday afternoon as crews increased containment.
LNU Lightning Complex: Weather Helps Weary Firefighters, Some Evacuation Orders Downgraded
A plume of tropical weather packing gusty winds and dry lightning drifted off toward the Central Valley Monday giving more than 1,000 weary firefighters battling the LNU Lighting Complex fires -- the second largest outbreak of wildfires in state's history -- a reprieve from what could have been a deluge of additional spot fires.
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Recycled water filling station draws East Bay NIMBY resistance
Pleasanton residents are pushing back at a proposal to add a recycled water filling station in their neighborhood.
Candidates line up to defeat S.F. interim district attorney Brook Jenkins
The race for San Francisco district attorney is taking shape the day before a deadline for would-be candidates to file their paperwork.
Man shot dead outside Sherwood Mall in Stockton
A man was fatally shot Thursday in Stockton near the Sherwood Mall in Stockton following a disturbance at a bank and the gunman remained at large, police said.
'Niner Knuckleheads' set to serenade the Faithful at Levi's Stadium
In the stands Friday at Levi's Stadium when the 49ers face off against the Packers will be two lifelong music-making superfans aka the Niner Knuckleheads.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
SF monkeypox patient urges new prevention messaging beyond STD approach
A San Francisco resident came out of isolation this week after he says he got monkeypox from a quick interaction with a friend in public, saying he wants this case to bring more attention to the outbreak in general but also that the virus can spread beyond sexual contact with partners.
Pescadero school set to begin another year of relying on bottled drinking water
At Pescadero High School, no one takes clean drinking water for granted. That's because the high school itself and the district office next door has had to rely on bottled water for drinking and cooking for years.
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.
Treasure Island housing gives domestic abuse survivors second chance
Domestic violence survivors are unlocking hope in their new homes, in what's believed to be a first-of-its-kind housing program in California.
Newsom proposes billions to boost California water recycling, desalination
California should invest tens of billions of dollars in water recycling, storage and desalination over the next two decades to shore up its supply as the state gets drier and hotter, Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a proposal released Thursday.
Man rescued after falling into open manhole in Morgan Hill neighborhood
Crews rescued a man from an open manhole in a Morgan Hill neighborhood Thursday after he fell in, authorities said.
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.
Longtime family friends in Marshall rally behind Trey Lance and Niners
In the tight-knit town of Marshall, Minnesota, it isn't hard to find families like the Klaith's and the Polejewski's, who are proud to show off their 49ers jerseys
Giants mourn passing of Cristin Coleman, wife of former pitcher Tim Lincecum
The San Francisco Giants on Thursday mourned the loss of Cristin Coleman, wife of former pitcher Tim Lincecum, who passed away after battling breast cancer.
Santa Clara issues traffic advisory ahead of 49ers-Packers pre-season game Friday
Officials in Santa Clara have issued a traffic advisory for area residents and people traveling to and from Levi's Stadium for the 49ers-Packers pre-season football game Friday.
Police: Marshawn Lynch asleep, car damaged before suspected DUI arrest in Vegas
Former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch was asleep and smelled of alcohol when Las Vegas police found him in his damaged sports car and arrested him on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, according to an arrest report.
Will Scott Peterson get a new trial? Closing arguments begin in San Mateo County courtroom
Convicted killer Scott Peterson returned to a San Mateo County courtroom Thursday for closing arguments in his plea for a new trial in the 2002 Christmas Eve murder of his pregnant wife, Laci, and unborn son Connor.
Newsom names former LA mayor and rival as California 'infrastructure czar'
Gov. Newsom on Thursday appointed one-time nemesis and rival Antonio Villaraigosa, the former Los Angeles mayor, to a new post helping steer federal dollars to road, port and transit projects.
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Recycled water filling station draws East Bay NIMBY resistance
Pleasanton residents are pushing back at a proposal to add a recycled water filling station in their neighborhood.
Candidates line up to defeat S.F. interim district attorney Brook Jenkins
The race for San Francisco district attorney is taking shape the day before a deadline for would-be candidates to file their paperwork.
Man shot dead outside Sherwood Mall in Stockton
A man was fatally shot Thursday in Stockton near the Sherwood Mall in Stockton following a disturbance at a bank and the gunman remained at large, police said.
'Niner Knuckleheads' set to serenade the Faithful at Levi's Stadium
In the stands Friday at Levi's Stadium when the 49ers face off against the Packers will be two lifelong music-making superfans aka the Niner Knuckleheads.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
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Candidates line up to defeat S.F. interim district attorney Brook Jenkins
The race for San Francisco district attorney is taking shape the day before a deadline for would-be candidates to file their paperwork.
SF monkeypox patient urges new prevention messaging beyond STD approach
A San Francisco resident came out of isolation this week after he says he got monkeypox from a quick interaction with a friend in public, saying he wants this case to bring more attention to the outbreak in general but also that the virus can spread beyond sexual contact with partners.
Pescadero school set to begin another year of relying on bottled drinking water
At Pescadero High School, no one takes clean drinking water for granted. That's because the high school itself and the district office next door has had to rely on bottled water for drinking and cooking for years.
Treasure Island housing gives domestic abuse survivors second chance
Domestic violence survivors are unlocking hope in their new homes, in what's believed to be a first-of-its-kind housing program in California.
SFUSD votes to officially recognize Eid district wide
The San Francisco Board of Education voted this week to acknowledge two Muslim holidays, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, as official school holidays.
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Recycled water filling station draws East Bay NIMBY resistance
Pleasanton residents are pushing back at a proposal to add a recycled water filling station in their neighborhood.
Man shot dead outside Sherwood Mall in Stockton
A man was fatally shot Thursday in Stockton near the Sherwood Mall in Stockton following a disturbance at a bank and the gunman remained at large, police said.
Pedestrian on Interstate 880 offramp in Fremont killed in hit-and-run collision
A pedestrian died in a hit-and-run collision early Thursday morning in south Fremont, California Highway Patrol officials said.
San Leandro police pursuit leads to weapons charge arrest; gun and marijuana seized
Police in San Leandro arrested a suspect on a gun charge after he led officers on a chase and threw a handgun out of his vehicle window during the pursuit.
Update: 2 detained after Brentwood 24 Hour Fitness shooting kills 1, injures 3
An early morning altercation inside a Brentwood 24 Hour Fitness center spilled over to the parking lot Thursday, ending in a gunfight that left a man dead and three others injured. Police detained two people in the investigation.
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Man rescued after falling into open manhole in Morgan Hill neighborhood
Crews rescued a man from an open manhole in a Morgan Hill neighborhood Thursday after he fell in, authorities said.
Santa Clara issues traffic advisory ahead of 49ers-Packers pre-season game Friday
Officials in Santa Clara have issued a traffic advisory for area residents and people traveling to and from Levi's Stadium for the 49ers-Packers pre-season football game Friday.
Santa Clara County reopens applications for $2,500 microbusiness grants
Small businesses in Santa Clara County can apply for grants of up to $2,500 if they have been negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic after the county reopened its microbusiness grant program.
Update: firefighter hurt in 2-alarm fire at San Jose Japantown building
One firefighter was injured Thursday in a two-alarm fire at a commercial building in San Jose's Japantown, authorities said.
Milpitas sex offender allegedly used alcohol, social media to lure teenager
A 51-year-old Milpitas man has been arrested for allegedly using alcohol and social media to lure a 15-year-old into a sexual relationship
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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.
New study shows bike lane on Richmond-San Rafael bridge is underused
Currently, a lane on the Richmond-San Rafael bridge is cordoned off for bicycle and pedestrian use, but new data points to this path being severely underused.
Sentencing set for Napa naturopathic doctor who sold fake vaccine cards
A North Bay naturopathic doctor charged with selling fake COVID-19 immunization treatments and fraudulent vaccination cards will be sentenced in November.
Delivery truck plows into multiple vehicles on Highway 12 in Santa Rosa; 1 dead
One person died after a delivery truck crashed into the back of a vehicle and then struck four other vehicles on state Highway 12 in Santa Rosa on Wednesday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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'Niner Knuckleheads' set to serenade the Faithful at Levi's Stadium
In the stands Friday at Levi's Stadium when the 49ers face off against the Packers will be two lifelong music-making superfans aka the Niner Knuckleheads.
Longtime family friends in Marshall rally behind Trey Lance and Niners
In the tight-knit town of Marshall, Minnesota, it isn't hard to find families like the Klaith's and the Polejewski's, who are proud to show off their 49ers jerseys
Giants mourn passing of Cristin Coleman, wife of former pitcher Tim Lincecum
The San Francisco Giants on Thursday mourned the loss of Cristin Coleman, wife of former pitcher Tim Lincecum, who passed away after battling breast cancer.
Santa Clara issues traffic advisory ahead of 49ers-Packers pre-season game Friday
Officials in Santa Clara have issued a traffic advisory for area residents and people traveling to and from Levi's Stadium for the 49ers-Packers pre-season football game Friday.
Police: Marshawn Lynch asleep, car damaged before suspected DUI arrest in Vegas
Former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch was asleep and smelled of alcohol when Las Vegas police found him in his damaged sports car and arrested him on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, according to an arrest report.
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Man shot dead outside Sherwood Mall in Stockton
A man was fatally shot Thursday in Stockton near the Sherwood Mall in Stockton following a disturbance at a bank and the gunman remained at large, police said.
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.
Police: Marshawn Lynch asleep, car damaged before suspected DUI arrest in Vegas
Former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch was asleep and smelled of alcohol when Las Vegas police found him in his damaged sports car and arrested him on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, according to an arrest report.
Will Scott Peterson get a new trial? Closing arguments begin in San Mateo County courtroom
Convicted killer Scott Peterson returned to a San Mateo County courtroom Thursday for closing arguments in his plea for a new trial in the 2002 Christmas Eve murder of his pregnant wife, Laci, and unborn son Connor.
French Bulldogs pups stolen from same Mountain View home in separate instances
Police in Mountain View on Thursday asked for the public's help in locating three French Bulldog puppies who were all stolen from the same home in recent weeks.
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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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SF monkeypox patient urges new prevention messaging beyond STD approach
A San Francisco resident came out of isolation this week after he says he got monkeypox from a quick interaction with a friend in public, saying he wants this case to bring more attention to the outbreak in general but also that the virus can spread beyond sexual contact with partners.
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.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Backers of safe injection sites say bill on Newsom's desk would provide hope, refuge
As a bill that would legalize safe injection sites heads to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, an addict opens up to KPIX 5 about his struggle and why he says the sites would save lives.
Sentencing set for Napa naturopathic doctor who sold fake vaccine cards
A North Bay naturopathic doctor charged with selling fake COVID-19 immunization treatments and fraudulent vaccination cards will be sentenced in November.
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Candidates line up to defeat S.F. interim district attorney Brook Jenkins
The race for San Francisco district attorney is taking shape the day before a deadline for would-be candidates to file their paperwork.
Candidates line up to defeat S.F. interim district attorney Jenkins
The race for San Francisco district attorney is taking shape the day before a deadline for would-be candidates to file their paperwork. Sara Donchey reports. (8-11-22)
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Newsom proposes billions to boost California water recycling, desalination
California should invest tens of billions of dollars in water recycling, storage and desalination over the next two decades to shore up its supply as the state gets drier and hotter, Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a proposal released Thursday.
Newsom names former LA mayor and rival as California 'infrastructure czar'
Gov. Newsom on Thursday appointed one-time nemesis and rival Antonio Villaraigosa, the former Los Angeles mayor, to a new post helping steer federal dollars to road, port and transit projects.
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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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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.
Motown legend Lamont Dozier dead at 81
Over a four-year period, 1963-67, Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian and Eddie Holland crafted more than 25 top 10 songs.
Olivia Newton-John was fierce advocate for cancer research, education, early detection
Olivia Newton-John is being remembered as an outspoken supporter of cancer research, education and early detection of the disease that claimed her life.
San Jose heavyweights headline Bottom of the Hill barbecue
Laying down their hard-swinging style of blues-tinged heavy rock for the past 15 years, San Jose-based quartet ZED headlines this Sunday afternoon barbecue at the Bottom of the Hill.
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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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Recycled water filling station draws East Bay NIMBY resistance
Pleasanton residents are pushing back at a proposal to add a recycled water filling station in their neighborhood. Katie Nielsen reports. (8-11-22)
Candidates line up to defeat S.F. interim district attorney Jenkins
The race for San Francisco district attorney is taking shape the day before a deadline for would-be candidates to file their paperwork. Sara Donchey reports. (8-11-22)
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New Niners starting QB hailed as hometown hero
The 49ers believe Trey Lance is ready to be a star on the field but folks back in his Minnesota hometown say he's special for what he'll do off the field. Max Darrow reports. (8-11-22)
Coastside school forced to rely on bottled drinking water
At Pescadero High School, no one takes clean drinking water for granted anymore. The school has had to rely on bottled water for drinking and cooking since 2015. Len Ramirez reports. (8-11-22)
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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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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.
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.