Wilmer Valderrama On 'NCIS': Nick Torres 'Will Never Be The Same'
Wilmer Valderrama shares what fans can expect from a new episode of "NCIS" on CBS Monday night and how his daughter changed the way he looks at his career.
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Rocky Carroll On 'NCIS': 'Having A Prior Relationship With Mark Harmon Was A Huge Help'
Rocky Carroll has been a part of the "NCIS" family for years and previews Tuesday's new episode, which he acted in and directed.
Sean Murray On 'NCIS' Staying Power After 400 Episodes: 'Everyone Can Relate To Someone'
Sean Murray discusses the landmark 400th episode of 'NCIS.'
'NCIS,' 'Young Sheldon' And New Series 'B Positive' Fall Premiere Dates Announced (Plus More)
CBS has announced the fall premieres dates for 10 series including 'Young Sheldon,' 'NCIS,' 'The Neighborhood' and new series 'B Positive.'
'Reminds Us We Need To Continue Celebrating Our Sullen Heroes': Wilmer Valderrama Discusses Working With Christopher Lloyd On 'NCIS'
Wilmer Valderrama discusses the latest episode of 'NCIS' titled "The Arizona" and features the legendary Christopher Lloyd.
VIDEO: CBS Premiere Week Boasts Returning Favorites And A Host Of New Additions
'The Toughness Came From Living In New York': NCIS Star Cote de Pablo On Her Inspiration For Character Of Ziva
The NCIS star says that she drew upon her life in New York to portray the rough-and-tumble nature of her character on the show.
NCIS: New Orleans And NCIS: Los Angeles Both Renewed For 2019-2020 Season
It was announced earlier today that NCIS: New Orleans and NCIS: Los Angeles will be both be renewed for a new season in 2019/2020.
Kensi And Deeks To Be Married On An All-New NCIS: LA This Sunday Night
Kensi and Deeks finally tie the know after months of planning on an all-new episode of NCIS: LA. This Sunday night at 9:00 PM ET/PT, only on CBS.
Scott Bakula On 'NCIS: New Orleans' 100th Episode: 'Very Exciting For A Lot Of People'
'NCIS: New Orleans' will air its 100th episode this Tuesday at 10:00PM ET/PT, only on CBS. This week's episode offers viewers a never before seen look into Dwayne Pride's background and introduces fans to a new member of the Pride family.
'NCIS' Star Pauley Perrette Leaving Drama After This Season
Perrette says she's leaving the CBS crime drama after this season following 15 years on the show.
LL Cool J On Character Sam Hanna, "Potential To Be One Of The Iconic Characters In America"
The eighth season of NCIS: Los Angeles wraps up this Sunday, May 14th at 8:00 PM ET/PT on CBS. In the penultimate episode of season eight Sam Hanna, played by LL Cool J...
'NCIS: Los Angeles' Star Miguel Ferrer Has Died
Noted character actor Miguel Ferrer, star of "Crossing Jordan," "Twin Peaks" and "NCIS: Los Angeles," has died following a battle with cancer.
'NCIS' Showrunner Gary Glasberg Dies At 50
Executive producer of TV's "NCIS" and creator of "NCIS: New Orleans" Glasberg died in his sleep Wednesday...
CBS Announces Fall 2016-2017 Primetime Premiere Dates
CBS announced this week a multi-phase launch for its new season, with fall 2016-2017 primetime premiere dates.
Wilmer Valderrama Joins 'NCIS' As 'Loose Cannon' Agent
CBS says Wilmer Valderrama is joining the cast of "NCIS" as a character who's charismatic but unpredictable.
Michael Weatherly Discusses Last Episode Of 'NCIS' With 'CBS This Morning'
After 13 seasons playing special agent Tony DiNozzo, Michael Weatherly will appear one last time in Tuesday's season finale of 'NCIS.'
'NCIS' Hits Its 300th Episode Milestone
"NCIS" is celebrating a milestone very few television series have reached: 300 episodes.
'NCIS' Renewed For Two More Seasons
CBS announced today that it has renewed NCIS, the #1 television drama series in the U.S. and worldwide, for two more seasons, and that series star and executive producer Mark Harmon has signed a new two-year deal.
Michael Weatherly Leaving CBS Drama 'NCIS' After 13 Seasons
"NCIS" star Michael Weatherly says he's leaving the long-running CBS drama
NFL Legends To Guest Star On CBS Primetime Dramas
Football isn't just taking over CBS on Thursday nights; it's also taking over some of CBS' hottest primetime shows this fall too.
NCIS Character's Trademark Goth Hairstyle May Go Away Due To Dye Allergy
Fans of the popular NCIS series may be surprised when a regular character shows up with a new hair-do, but it's not just a fashion choice.
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CBS Star's Reward Offer Leads To Recovery Of Paraplegic San Leandro Man's Stolen Dog
An East Bay man who relies on the companionship of a lap dog after being paralyzed by a gunshot wound was reunited with his four-legged friend Thursday night after she was stolen, with the help of a TV star.
LL Cool J & Chris O'Donnell To Host ACM Special
The "NCIS: Los Angeles" co-stars is set to co-host "An All-Star Salute to the Troops"
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Oakland teen, 2 juveniles arrested in brutal assault of 70-year-old Asian American woman
An Oakland 18-year-old and two juveniles aged 13 and 11 years old have been arrested following the brutal assault and robbery of a 70-year-old Asian American woman in San Francisco.
Windsor hotel that housed the homeless during the pandemic reopens
After months providing shelter to homeless people during the pandemic, a Windsor hotel has undergone a massive renovation. Now it has reopened but the owners are now facing a different set of challenges.
Back to school start dates: Bay Area students return to class
Here's a list of the Bay Area school districts and campuses that have or will be welcoming students back to school this month.
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
2 separate fires knock out power for thousands in Brisbane
A pair of brush fires caused a power outage affecting thousands of residents in the city of Bisbane, Monday night, according police.
Update: Fire crews stop Eden Fire progress after homes in Dublin threatened
A vegetation fire burned next to Interstate Highway 580 east of Castro Valley and was approaching homes on the western edge of Dublin Monday before firefighters stopped forward progress.
Starting over: Afghan refugee reflects on his family's flight for freedom
On the one-year anniversary of the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan after U.S. forces withdrew their mission in Kabul, a Bay Area refugee recalls his family's flight for freedom.
San Jose home at dangerous intersection has been rammed by cars '23 times'
A homeowner who has lived at the same intersection in East San Jose for decades says cars have crashed onto his property at least 23 times. After all this time, he's still waiting for help from local officials to try and make the street in front of him less dangerous.
Returning students greeted by heat wave; Temperatures to top 100 in many communities
As students return to classrooms across the San Francisco Bay Area on Monday, they will be greeted by sweltering temperatures as a heat wave begins blanketing the region.
Shooting near Oakland's Lake Merritt injures 1
A shooting near Lake Merritt in Oakland left one person injured Monday afternoon.
New report outlines impact, dangers of extreme heat waves
The heat wave hitting the Bay Area early this week comes along with a new forecast on how hot days might stack up in a changing climate.
Evacuation orders downgraded in Oak Fire in Placer County
Almost all of the evacuation orders have been downgraded to warnings.
Spare the Air Alert issued for Tuesday as North Coast fires send smoke south
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District issued a Spare the Air Alert for Tuesday due to smog and smoke impacts from fires burning in Northern California.
Laguna Honda resident discharges paused, facility closure pushed back to November
San Francisco health officials on Monday announced that residents at Laguna Honda will have their Medicare/Medicaid payments extended another two months to Nov. 13, delaying additional transfers and discharges.
Body of missing Oakland man found in Sacramento River near Rio Vista
The body of a 20-year-old Oakland man was recovered Sunday morning from the Sacramento River near Rio Vista, according to the Solano County Sheriff's Office.
Santa Rosa man arrested for unregistered firearms, drugs in home
A Santa Rosa man has been arrested for felony firearms possession and suspected drug dealing.
Update: Forward progress of remote wildfire west of Vacaville stopped
Fire crews have stopped the spread of a vegetation fire burning in a wilderness area west of Vacaville Monday afternoon, according to authorities.
Officer hospitalized after major multi-vehicle crash on Mission Boulevard in Fremont
A police officer was hospitalized for minor injuries following a collision in Fremont on Monday morning involving multiple vehicles, including a police car.
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Oakland teen, 2 juveniles arrested in brutal assault of 70-year-old Asian American woman
An Oakland 18-year-old and two juveniles aged 13 and 11 years old have been arrested following the brutal assault and robbery of a 70-year-old Asian American woman in San Francisco.
Windsor hotel that housed the homeless during the pandemic reopens
After months providing shelter to homeless people during the pandemic, a Windsor hotel has undergone a massive renovation. Now it has reopened but the owners are now facing a different set of challenges.
New fast casual vegan restaurant hopes to energize Hayes Valley neighborhood
A trendy, new vegan restaurant in Hayes Valley is focused on being approachable. Rad Radish hopes its business will help the neighborhood rebound.
2 separate fires knock out power for thousands in Brisbane
A pair of brush fires caused a power outage affecting thousands of residents in the city of Bisbane, Monday night, according police.
Update: Fire crews stop Eden Fire progress after homes in Dublin threatened
A vegetation fire burned next to Interstate Highway 580 east of Castro Valley and was approaching homes on the western edge of Dublin Monday before firefighters stopped forward progress.
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Oakland teen, 2 juveniles arrested in brutal assault of 70-year-old Asian American woman
An Oakland 18-year-old and two juveniles aged 13 and 11 years old have been arrested following the brutal assault and robbery of a 70-year-old Asian American woman in San Francisco.
New fast casual vegan restaurant hopes to energize Hayes Valley neighborhood
A trendy, new vegan restaurant in Hayes Valley is focused on being approachable. Rad Radish hopes its business will help the neighborhood rebound.
2 separate fires knock out power for thousands in Brisbane
A pair of brush fires caused a power outage affecting thousands of residents in the city of Bisbane, Monday night, according police.
Laguna Honda resident discharges paused, facility closure pushed back to November
San Francisco health officials on Monday announced that residents at Laguna Honda will have their Medicare/Medicaid payments extended another two months to Nov. 13, delaying additional transfers and discharges.
Have you seen this vehicle?; SF police offer $50,000 reward in April double homicide
Homicide detectives released a photo Monday of the vehicle connected to an April San Francisco shooting that left two victims dead and two others wounded and announced a $50,000 reward in the case.
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Update: Fire crews stop Eden Fire progress after homes in Dublin threatened
A vegetation fire burned next to Interstate Highway 580 east of Castro Valley and was approaching homes on the western edge of Dublin Monday before firefighters stopped forward progress.
Returning students greeted by heat wave; Temperatures to top 100 in many communities
As students return to classrooms across the San Francisco Bay Area on Monday, they will be greeted by sweltering temperatures as a heat wave begins blanketing the region.
Shooting near Oakland's Lake Merritt injures 1
A shooting near Lake Merritt in Oakland left one person injured Monday afternoon.
Officer hospitalized after major multi-vehicle crash on Mission Boulevard in Fremont
A police officer was hospitalized for minor injuries following a collision in Fremont on Monday morning involving multiple vehicles, including a police car.
VIDEO: Hiker rescued after tumbling off Sentinel Rock on Mount Diablo
A 19-year-old hiker suffered major injuries Sunday after he slipped and tumbled as much as 60 feet down a cliff while climbing Sentinel Rock on Mount Diablo.
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San Jose home at dangerous intersection has been rammed by cars '23 times'
A homeowner who has lived at the same intersection in East San Jose for decades says cars have crashed onto his property at least 23 times. After all this time, he's still waiting for help from local officials to try and make the street in front of him less dangerous.
Puppeteers lovingly bring the Lion King alive one performance at a time
Every day, Jürgen Hooper, brings the character of Zazu to life in the North American touring stage production of Disney's The Lion King.
49ers Foundation hosts 'Players for a Purpose' fundraiser for Bay Area youth
The 49ers gathered on the field at Levi's Stadium Sunday evening not to play ball but for a special cause: to tackle education and empowerment for Bay Area youth.
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.
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Windsor hotel that housed the homeless during the pandemic reopens
After months providing shelter to homeless people during the pandemic, a Windsor hotel has undergone a massive renovation. Now it has reopened but the owners are now facing a different set of challenges.
Spare the Air Alert issued for Tuesday as North Coast fires send smoke south
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District issued a Spare the Air Alert for Tuesday due to smog and smoke impacts from fires burning in Northern California.
Body of missing Oakland man found in Sacramento River near Rio Vista
The body of a 20-year-old Oakland man was recovered Sunday morning from the Sacramento River near Rio Vista, according to the Solano County Sheriff's Office.
Santa Rosa man arrested for unregistered firearms, drugs in home
A Santa Rosa man has been arrested for felony firearms possession and suspected drug dealing.
Update: Forward progress of remote wildfire west of Vacaville stopped
Fire crews have stopped the spread of a vegetation fire burning in a wilderness area west of Vacaville Monday afternoon, according to authorities.
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Longoria, Cobb power San Francisco over Diamondbacks, 6-1
Evan Longoria hit a two-run homer and Alex Cobb pitched six solid innings to lead the San Francisco Giants to a 6-1 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night.
Rangers win 3rd straight, top A's after Woodward firing, 2-1
Marcus Semien homered, rookie Bubba Thompson had a tiebreaking RBI single and Texas won hours after manager Chris Woodward was fired, beating the Oakland 2-1 on Monday night.
49ers safety Jimmie Ward sidelined with hamstring injury
San Francisco 49ers safety Jimmie Ward pulled his hamstring and might not be ready to return for the season opener on Sept. 11 in Chicago.
Report: Heated Warriors-Grizzlies rivalry headlines NBA's Christmas Day lineup
Not sure there will be much good will toward men when the NBA champion Golden State Warriors square off against their heated rivals -- the Memphis Grizzlies -- as part of the league's Christmas Day lineup.
49ers Foundation hosts 'Players for a Purpose' fundraiser for Bay Area youth
The 49ers gathered on the field at Levi's Stadium Sunday evening not to play ball but for a special cause: to tackle education and empowerment for Bay Area youth.
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Oakland teen, 2 juveniles arrested in brutal assault of 70-year-old Asian American woman
An Oakland 18-year-old and two juveniles aged 13 and 11 years old have been arrested following the brutal assault and robbery of a 70-year-old Asian American woman in San Francisco.
Shooting near Oakland's Lake Merritt injures 1
A shooting near Lake Merritt in Oakland left one person injured Monday afternoon.
Santa Rosa man arrested for unregistered firearms, drugs in home
A Santa Rosa man has been arrested for felony firearms possession and suspected drug dealing.
Have you seen this vehicle?; SF police offer $50,000 reward in April double homicide
Homicide detectives released a photo Monday of the vehicle connected to an April San Francisco shooting that left two victims dead and two others wounded and announced a $50,000 reward in the case.
2 die in SF Bayview District homicide; relative held on murder charges
A 23-year-old San Francisco man was being held on murder charges Monday after his relatives died of wounds suffered in a weekend shooting inside their Bayview District home.
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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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Laguna Honda resident discharges paused, facility closure pushed back to November
San Francisco health officials on Monday announced that residents at Laguna Honda will have their Medicare/Medicaid payments extended another two months to Nov. 13, delaying additional transfers and discharges.
CDC tweaks monkeypox guidance over suspected human-to-dog transmission
Researchers studying two men who caught the virus in Paris said "symptom onset in both patients and, subsequently, in their dog suggest human-to-dog transmission."
Recall of coffee, milk, nutritional drinks made by Lyons Magnus expands
Lyons Magnus is recalling more than 80 types of drinks over possible contamination with bacteria that causes botulism.
Pfizer CEO tests positive for COVID-19, has mild symptoms
The top executive at Pfizer, a leading producer of COVID-19 vaccines, has tested positive for the virus and says he is experiencing very mild symptoms.
Kaiser mental health clinicians set to strike Monday
Kaiser Permanente mental health professionals in Northern California are set to begin what organizers call an "open-ended strike" Monday
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Laguna Honda resident discharges paused, facility closure pushed back to November
San Francisco health officials on Monday announced that residents at Laguna Honda will have their Medicare/Medicaid payments extended another two months to Nov. 13, delaying additional transfers and discharges.
FBI, DHS warn of threats to law enforcement after Mar-a-Lago search
The FBI and DHS shared the internal intelligence memo with state, local, tribal and territorial law enforcement officials nationwide late Friday night.
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.
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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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Puppeteers lovingly bring the Lion King alive one performance at a time
Every day, Jürgen Hooper, brings the character of Zazu to life in the North American touring stage production of Disney's The Lion King.
Funk legend George Clinton brings P-Funk farewell tour to the Bay Area
George Clinton and his Parliament-Funkadelic crew brings the funk maestro's ongoing farewell tour to the Bay Area for two shows this weekend.
'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.
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.
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.
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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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Suspects ages 11 to 18 arrested in brutal assault of 70-year-old Asian American woman
SF police still investigating if the assault-robbery was a hate crime
New vegan restaurant making a buzz in Hayes Valley
A new, fast casual vegan restaurant hopes to energize a San Francisco neighborhood. Betty Yu takes a look inside Rad Radish.
Hotel survives pandemic housing homeless ready to reopen to public
A North Bay hotel that sheltered homeless people during the pandemic has undergone a massive renovation and is reopening to the public. Andria Nakano has more.
Afghan refugee remembers his family's flight from their homeland one year ago
On the one-year anniversary of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan and the Taliban takeover, a Bay Area Afghan refugee talks to Reed Cowan about his family's flight from their homeland.
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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.