NCAA Finals: Kansas Tops North Carolina To Win National Title, 72-69
Kansas tops North Carolina 72-69 for school's first NCAA men's basketball championship since 2008.
NCAA Tournament
Repeat Denied: Stanford Falls to UConn 63-58
Paige Bueckers scored 14 points and UConn advanced to the national championship game with a 63-58 win over defending champion Stanford on Friday night.
Stanford Women, UConn To Renew Intense Rivalry At Final Four
Stanford and UConn have met on the biggest stage in women's basketball many times over the past 27 years.
Stanford 'Block Party' Leads Cardinal Women Back To Final Four
Defending national champion Stanford toppled No. 2 seed Texas on Sunday night for a return trip to the women's Final Four.
March Madness Brings Gladness to S.F. Visitors and Businesses
Eased pandemic restrictions plus exciting NCAA tournament action at Chase Center equals smiling faces for fans and for the businesses that serve them.
NCAA Tournament Returns to San Francisco and 'Madness' Follows
The first NCAA tournament games played in San Francisco since 1939 lived up to the hype Thursday night.
March Madness: Chase Center Set To Host NCAA Sweet 16 As Coach K Makes Final Tourney Run
Chase Center in San Francisco is set to host the Sweet 16 of the NCAA men's tournament on Thursday, with spots in the Elite Eight on the line.
NCAA Tournament At Chase Center Will Show Tourists San Francisco At Its Best
The Sweet 16 and Elite 8 games of the NCAA tournament will hit Chase Center. The last time the NCAA tournament hit the City by the Bay, World War II
Hull Twin Sisters Wrapping Up Stanford Career With Another March Madness Title Run
This NCAA Tournament run is extra special for Stanford seniors Lexie and Lacie Hull as the twin sisters are playing their final college season as the Cardinal go for a second straight national championship.
Lexie Hull's Career-High 36 Sends Stanford Past Kansas
Lexie Hull ran onto the floor for her final game at Maples Pavilion determined to do everything in her power to ensure her reigning NCAA champion Stanford teammates a trip to another special home court: back in her native Spokane, Washington.
USF Dons Coach Golden Hired at University of Florida
USF head coach Todd Golden was hired by the University of Florida on Friday after the Dons were bounced out of the NCAA Tournament Thursday night. Golden signed a six-year contract worth $3 million annually.
USF Dons Fall to Murray State Racers in Overtime
The seventh-seeded Racers extended their winning streak to 21 games with a 92-87 victory over the University of San Francisco Dons in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday night.
Heartbreak on the Hilltop: USF Watch Party Ends in Disappointment
In Round One of the NCAA Tournament, high hopes on The Hilltop were dashed when the Dons were bounced out.
Fifth-Seeded Saint Mary's Routs No. 12 Indiana 82-53
Logan Johnson scored 20 points and fifth-seeded Saint Mary's took advantage of No. 12 seed Indiana's grueling recent schedule, rolling to an 82-53 victory in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday.
Stanford's Tara VanDerveer Uses NCAA Platform To Pledge Help To Ukraine
The Hall of Fame Stanford coach pledged $10 for every 3-pointer made in the women's NCAA Tournament toward humanitarian efforts in Ukraine, and she challenged anyone else who could give to do so — even just a dime per 3 if possible.
Indiana Cheerleader Comes to Rescue to During St. Mary's Round 1 Game
Just over 90 seconds into the second half of the NCAA Tournament round 1 game between St. Mary's and Indiana, the on-court came to a screeching halt.
With Dreams Of Winning USF Dons, Saint Mary's Gaels, Stanford Cardinal Head Into March Madness
The Stanford University women's basketball team is once again a top seed in the NCAA basketball tournament, but the University of San Francisco and St. Mary's College in Moraga are the only Bay Area schools to make it into the men's tournament this year.
USF Sweats Out Selection Show Before Dancing To 1st NCAA Tournament Since 1998
Sunday was a day filled with anxiety for the San Francisco Dons men's basketball program. As the kids would say, the "Sunday Scaries" were real.
Saint Mary's Heads Into NCAA Tournament At Highest Seed In Program History
The Saint Mary's men's basketball team spent years living on the NCAA Tournament bubble and waiting to hear if their name would be called on Selection Sunday. That was not the case this year.
USF, Saint Mary's Go Dancing; Awarded Berths In NCAA Men's Tournament
It was an agonizing wait for the USF Dons and their faithful gathered on the Hilltop in San Francisco Sunday to watch the NCAA Tournament selection show.
How To Play CBS San Francisco's Bracket Challenge
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Baylor Rides Defense, Three Point Shooting To Program's First-Ever National Championship 86-70 Over Gonzaga
The Bears ended Gonzaga's bid for a perfect season with a swarming defense and lights out shooting from deep.
Stanford Women's Basketball Team Gets Enthusiastic Welcome in Palo Alto
A campus victory celebration Monday afternoon for the returning champion Stanford Women's Basketball team was subdued and distanced because of COVID.
Early Season Slip-Up Helped Stanford Overcome Nomadic COVID-19 NCAA Championship Journey
A sheepish grin crept across Stanford star point guard Kiana Williams' face as she was asked what she felt was a turning point of the Cardinal's championship season.
Stanford Tops Arizona 54-53 to Win Women's NCAA Tournament
Haley Jones scored 17 points and Stanford beat Arizona 54-53, giving the Cardinal and coach Tara VanDerveer their first national championship in 29 years on Sunday night.
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Wildfire readiness is focus of 'Ember Stomp' in Marin County
In San Rafael Saturday, Marin County residents gathered at a new event called the "Ember Stomp," a festival devoted to fire safety.
Fellow managers offer Giants skipper support for anthem protest
Several of Gabe Kapler's fellow managers are offering their support for his decision to avoid the field during the national anthem as a protest following recent mass shootings.
S.F. Mission District businesses delighted by return of Carnaval
The return of the Carnaval parade carries a new meaning for many of the longtime businesses along Mission Street.
BottleRock Napa Valley brings music, gourmet food to Wine Country
The ninth edition of BottleRock Napa Valley brings three days of music, gourmet food and regional wines to the North Bay this Memorial Day weekend with headliners Metallica, Twenty One Pilots, P!nk and Luke Combs.
Napa Valley restaurateurs hail return of BottleRock crowds
Restaurateurs participating in the 2022 BottleRock music festival say exposure from the event comes at a critical time for businesses looking to navigate their ongoing recovery from the pandemic.
SF Giants manager to skip national anthem following school massacre
San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler will no longer come out for the national anthem before the start of each game following the massacre of schoolchildren and the bungled police response in Uvalde, Texas.
Gov. Newsom tests positive for COVID-19, 'experiencing mild symptoms'
California Gov. Gavin Newsom tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday, a day after a high-profile meeting in San Francisco with the visiting prime minister of New Zealand.
Bay Area men plead guilty to firebomb plot at state Democratic HQ
Two Bay Area men face more than 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to planning to firebomb the Democratic Party headquarters in Sacramento.
Mission lowriders a highlight of San Francisco's returning Carnaval Parade
This Sunday, the Carnaval Grand Parade returns to the streets of San Francisco's Mission, including a procession of lowriders that is always a highlight.
Virus that attacks wild rabbits detected at wildlife refuge near Modesto
A deadly virus that kills rabbits has reached the San Joaquin River National Wildlife Refuge outside Modesto.
Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
Jury starts deliberations in lawsuit between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
'This story is about life'; Ukrainian President Zelenskyy tells Stanford students
In a nearly hour-long video discussion Friday with Stanford students and others, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy talked about his hopes, fears and determination.
San Francisco police fatally shot two men; Bodycam video released of May 19 shooting
After more than a week of silence, San Francisco police have released bodycam video of the fatal officer-involved shooting of two men who were involved in a violent struggle on May 19.
Nasty La Nina keeps popping up impacting California weather
La Nina is a natural and cyclical cooling of parts of the equatorial Pacific that changes weather patterns worldwide, as opposed to El Nino's warming.
Suspect steals Oakland police car leading to wild East Bay pursuit
A female suspect stole an Oakland police car, leading officers on a wild chase all the way to Vallejo before her arrest after crashing into a pole.
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Wildfire readiness is focus of 'Ember Stomp' in Marin County
In San Rafael Saturday, Marin County residents gathered at a new event called the "Ember Stomp," a festival devoted to fire safety.
Fellow managers offer Giants skipper support for anthem protest
Several of Gabe Kapler's fellow managers are offering their support for his decision to avoid the field during the national anthem as a protest following recent mass shootings.
S.F. Mission District businesses delighted by return of Carnaval
The return of the Carnaval parade carries a new meaning for many of the longtime businesses along Mission Street.
Napa Valley restaurateurs hail return of BottleRock crowds
Restaurateurs participating in the 2022 BottleRock music festival say exposure from the event comes at a critical time for businesses looking to navigate their ongoing recovery from the pandemic.
Gov. Newsom tests positive for COVID-19, 'experiencing mild symptoms'
California Gov. Gavin Newsom tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday, a day after a high-profile meeting in San Francisco with the visiting prime minister of New Zealand.
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S.F. Mission District businesses delighted by return of Carnaval
The return of the Carnaval parade carries a new meaning for many of the longtime businesses along Mission Street.
Mission lowriders a highlight of San Francisco's returning Carnaval Parade
This Sunday, the Carnaval Grand Parade returns to the streets of San Francisco's Mission, including a procession of lowriders that is always a highlight.
San Francisco police fatally shot two men; Bodycam video released of May 19 shooting
After more than a week of silence, San Francisco police have released bodycam video of the fatal officer-involved shooting of two men who were involved in a violent struggle on May 19.
Restaurant employees cope with rising tide of abusive customers
Security video captured a customer behaving badly -- mistreating a restaurant worker over an order of French fries at Stonestown Mall in San Francisco.
Golden State Warriors fans make mad dash for NBA Finals tickets
NBA Finals tickets go on sale for the general public Saturday afternoon, with many die-hard Warriors fans hoping to score a seat inside Chase Center.
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Virus that attacks wild rabbits detected at wildlife refuge near Modesto
A deadly virus that kills rabbits has reached the San Joaquin River National Wildlife Refuge outside Modesto.
Suspect steals Oakland police car leading to wild East Bay pursuit
A female suspect stole an Oakland police car, leading officers on a wild chase all the way to Vallejo before her arrest after crashing into a pole.
Pittsburg church community devastated after early morning fire guts sanctuary
An early morning 2-alarm fire erupted inside Pittsburg's Pentecostals of the Bay Area church Friday leading to a partial collapse of the building
Man accused of multiple sexual assaults in Albany, Berkeley, Oakland
The Berkeley Police Department has arrested a man suspected of sexual assaults and kidnapping stemming from cases in Albany, Berkeley, and Oakland, the department announced on Friday.
Jury finds former Oakland Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick was fired in retaliation
A federal jury found that former Oakland Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick was fired in retaliation for blowing the whistle on alleged misconduct within the city's police commission.
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San Jose unveils new policy in alleged sexual misconduct cases
San Jose officials have announced a new policy requiring city employees accused of criminal misconduct be placed immediately on leave until an initial investigation is completed.
Santa Cruz Boardwalk attracting more Bay Area 'staycationers' facing high gas prices
High gas prices are forcing some Bay Area families to change their plans this holiday weekend, keeping things local.
Body discovered in area burned by wildfire in Monterey County
One person was found dead in the area burned by the King Fire in Monterey County, authorities said Friday.
Prosecutors: Gilroy police officer lawfully killed suspect who ambushed her
A Gilroy police officer who fatally shot an attempted murder suspect who had ambushed her during a call last September will not face charges, prosecutors said Friday.
Suspicious death of San Jose woman in February prompts homicide investigation
The death of woman earlier this year in West San Jose is being investigated as a homicide, police said Friday.
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Wildfire readiness is focus of 'Ember Stomp' in Marin County
In San Rafael Saturday, Marin County residents gathered at a new event called the "Ember Stomp," a festival devoted to fire safety.
Napa Valley restaurateurs hail return of BottleRock crowds
Restaurateurs participating in the 2022 BottleRock music festival say exposure from the event comes at a critical time for businesses looking to navigate their ongoing recovery from the pandemic.
Bay Area men plead guilty to firebomb plot at state Democratic HQ
Two Bay Area men face more than 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to planning to firebomb the Democratic Party headquarters in Sacramento.
BottleRock Napa Valley brings music, gourmet food to Wine Country
The ninth edition of BottleRock Napa Valley brings three days of music, gourmet food and regional wines to the North Bay this Memorial Day weekend with headliners Metallica, Twenty One Pilots, P!nk and Luke Combs.
Partial beach closure at Pt. Reyes over holiday weekend to protect plover nests
A stretch of beach along the Point Reyes National Seashore will be closed over the long holiday weekend to protect snowy plovers during nesting season, park officials said.
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Fellow managers offer Giants skipper support for anthem protest
Several of Gabe Kapler's fellow managers are offering their support for his decision to avoid the field during the national anthem as a protest following recent mass shootings.
Reds power, defense stymie Giants comeback
Right fielder Aristides Aquino threw out pinch-runner Joey Bart at the plate to end the game and the Reds held off the Giants 3-2 on Saturday behind Kyle Farmer's early three-run homer.
Semien slams, Rangers rout A's 11-4
Marcus Semien hit a grand slam for his first home run after signing with Texas in the offseason, Corey Seager and Adolis García added back-to-back shots and the Rangers routed the A's 11-4 on Saturday.
Cincinnati Reds outfielder slaps Giants Joc Pederson in fantasy football dispute
San Francisco Giants outfielder Joc Pederson said Cincinnati Reds outfielder Tommy Pham slapped him prior to Friday's series opener over a dispute about their fantasy football league.
Rangers rally in 9th again to beat A's
The Rangers scored three runs in the ninth inning for the second consecutive night to beat Oakland 8-5 on Friday.
Bay Area Crime
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Delay in breaching classroom during school shooting was "wrong decision," official says
Nearly 20 officers were in a hallway for more than 45 minutes before agents used a master key to open a door and confront the gunman, authorities said.
San Francisco police fatally shot two men; Bodycam video released of May 19 shooting
After more than a week of silence, San Francisco police have released bodycam video of the fatal officer-involved shooting of two men who were involved in a violent struggle on May 19.
Suspect steals Oakland police car leading to wild East Bay pursuit
A female suspect stole an Oakland police car, leading officers on a wild chase all the way to Vallejo before her arrest after crashing into a pole.
Restaurant employees cope with rising tide of abusive customers
Security video captured a customer behaving badly -- mistreating a restaurant worker over an order of French fries at Stonestown Mall in San Francisco.
SFPD: officers fatally shot 2 men fighting with knife under I-280 overpass
Police released disturbing video Friday of an officer shooting in San Francisco last week that left two men dead.
Technology
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Twitter shareholders sue Elon Musk over claims that he 'deflated' stock price
Twitter shareholders have filed a lawsuit accusing Elon Musk of engaging in "unlawful conduct" aimed at sowing doubt about his bid to buy the social media company.
Apple hikes starting pay for retail workers amid union push
IPhone maker is lifting its minimum wage for store employees to $22 per hour, according to a report.
Marin County leaders pause new short-term rentals along coast
On Tuesday, the Marin County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a moratorium on short term rentals in the county's western communities.
Twitter to pay $150M penalty to feds over privacy of users' data
Twitter will pay a $150 million penalty and put in new safeguards to settle federal regulators' allegations that the San Francisco-based social platform failed to protect the privacy of users' data over a six-year span.
Temporary moratorium on new short-term rentals approved for West Marin County
Marin County temporarily paused its approval Tuesday of new short-term vacation rental permits in West Marin in an effort to protect the area's already scant housing supply.
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Gov. Newsom tests positive for COVID-19, 'experiencing mild symptoms'
California Gov. Gavin Newsom tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday, a day after a high-profile meeting in San Francisco with the visiting prime minister of New Zealand.
2nd probable case of monkeypox identified in Sacramento
Sacramento County public health officials said on Friday they are now looking a second suspected case of monkeypox in the area.
Bill banning declawing of cats in most cases pass state assembly
The declawing of cats for anything other than health reasons could be outlawed in California soon after a bill that halts what animal rights activists say is a painful procedure used primarily to prevent torn furniture and scratched skin passed the assembly Thursday.
CoCo county launching 4 'test to treat' sites to increase access to COVID medication
Health officials in Contra Costa County announced Wednesday the opening of four COVID-19 testing sites this week that will also make prescription medication available for those who test positive.
More baby formula will soon hit store shelves, FDA says
Abbott Nutrition and U.K.-based Kendal Nutricare plan to ship more than 2 million cans of formula.
Politics
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'This story is about life'; Ukrainian President Zelenskyy tells Stanford students
In a nearly hour-long video discussion Friday with Stanford students and others, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy talked about his hopes, fears and determination.
NRA convention draws protesters as gun reform debate heats up
The convention kicked off in the same state where 19 children and two adults were killed earlier in the week.
San Jose unveils new policy in alleged sexual misconduct cases
San Jose officials have announced a new policy requiring city employees accused of criminal misconduct be placed immediately on leave until an initial investigation is completed.
Trump speaks at NRA convention in Texas
This weekend the National Rifle Association is holding its annual convention in Houston. As former president Trump addressed attendees, gun-safety demonstrators rallied outside. Natalie Brand reports. (5-27-22)
Bay Area men plead guilty to firebomb plot at state Democratic HQ
Two Bay Area men face more than 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to planning to firebomb the Democratic Party headquarters in Sacramento.
LGBTQ
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Mayor Breed won't participate in SF Pride parade if police uniform ban remains in place
Mayor London Breed announced Monday she would not participate in this year's Pride parade over the organizers refusal to lift a ban blocking LGBTQ+ peace officers in uniform from taking part.
Crowd gathers in Castro District to celebrate Harvey Milk Day
People gathered in San Francisco's Castro District Sunday to remember the life and legacy of Harvey Milk on what would have been the gay rights icon's 92nd birthday.
Bay to Breakers will give awards to non-binary runners
Nonbinary runners competing in the Bay to Breakers race on Sunday will now have the chance to win an award in their gender category as the event returns for the first time since the pandemic began.
Never forgotten; Massive AIDS Quilt display set for San Francisco Pride Month
The AIDS Memorial Quilt will mark its 35th anniversary with a monumental event during PRIDE month. 3000 panels of the historic tapestry will be on display in Golden Gate Park.
State Sen. Wiener decries Alabama anti-trans law
State Senator Scott Wiener (D-SF) is doubling-down on his push for Senate Bill 107, which would make California a "refuge" for trans minors and their parents.
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Napa Valley restaurateurs hail return of BottleRock crowds
Restaurateurs participating in the 2022 BottleRock music festival say exposure from the event comes at a critical time for businesses looking to navigate their ongoing recovery from the pandemic.
Jury starts deliberations in lawsuit between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
BottleRock Napa Valley brings music, gourmet food to Wine Country
The ninth edition of BottleRock Napa Valley brings three days of music, gourmet food and regional wines to the North Bay this Memorial Day weekend with headliners Metallica, Twenty One Pilots, P!nk and Luke Combs.
Exhibits honor 'Peanuts' creator Charles Schulz on 100th
New exhibits on display are celebrating the upcoming centenary of the birth of "Peanuts" cartoonist Charles Schulz, born in Minnesota on Nov. 26, 1922.
Headliner Momotombo SF ready to rock Carnaval San Francisco
This year's Carnaval San Francisco headliner is ready to get festival-goers grooving to Latin rock on Sunday.
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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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S.F. Mission District businesses delighted by return of Carnaval
The return of the Carnaval parade carries a new meaning for many of the longtime businesses along Mission Street. Max Darrow reports. (5-28-22)
Wildfire readiness is focus of 'Ember Stomp' in Marin County
In San Rafael Saturday, Marin County residents gathered at a new event called the "Ember Stomp," a festival devoted to fire safety. John Ramos reports. (5-28-22)
Napa Valley restaurateurs hail return of BottleRock crowds
Local restaurants participating in the 2022 BottleRock music festival say the event comes at a critical time for businesses looking to navigate another year recovering from the pandemic. Shawn Chitnis reports. (5-28-22)
First Alert Weather Saturday Night Forecast
The weather in one word this Memorial Day weekend: nice. Meteorologist Darren Peck has the Bay Area forecast. (5-28-22)
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San Jose man's nonprofit provides families with ability to grow their own food
A San Jose man has been helping low-income families plant seeds of self-sufficiency as they learn to grow their own home gardens.
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.
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East Bay scholar travels world collecting stories as citizen journalist
For more than 20 years, KPIX 5 has been telling the stories of Students Rising Above scholars. Now, SRA scholar Brenda Vasquez is leaning into her own story-telling skills as she travels the world.
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.