Wade Homers Twice, Giants Bounce Back to Beat Pirates
LaMonte Wade Jr. homered twice and the San Francisco Giants avoided a three-game sweep, beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-1 on Sunday.
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Pirates Stop 4-Game Skid, Beat Giants 6-4
Bryan Reynolds homered, Adam Frazier drew a bases-loaded walk to force in the go-ahead run in the seventh inning when Pittsburgh scored three times without a hit, and the Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 6-4 on Friday night.
Wood Improves to 5-0 as Giants Beat Pirates
Alex Wood pitched six innings while keeping his perfect record intact and Mike Yastrzemski hit a game-sealing home run as the Giants beat the Pirates 4-1 on Sunday.
Stalling Hits Game-Ending, 2-Run Homer, Pirates Beat Giants 8-6
Jacob Stallings hit a two-out, two-run homer in the ninth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied past the San Francisco Giants 8-6 on Saturday night.
Pirates Rally Past Giants 3-2 in 11 Innings
The Pittsburgh Pirates rallied for a 3-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Friday night.
DeSclafani, Duggar Lead Giants Over Pirates 3-1
Anthony DeSclafani allowed one hit over five scoreless innings and Steven Duggar hit his first home run in nearly two years to lead the San Francisco Giants past the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-1 on Thursday night.
Walks, Errors, 'Cheap Runs' Haunt Giants In 6-3 Loss To Pirates
Felipe Vázquez earned his 27th save two days after punching Kyle Crick in the clubhouse as the Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 6-3 on Wednesday night.
Pirates Rally Past A's on 3-Run Homer in 13th
Starling Marte hit a game-ending three-run homer in the 13th inning, rallying the Pittsburgh Pirates past Oakland 5-3 on Sunday.
Pirates Rally Past A's 6-4
Kevin Newman hit a go-ahead two-run triple in the seventh inning and the Pirates rallied past the A's 6-4 on Saturday night.
Posey Ends Homer Drought, Giants Edge Pirates 3-2
Buster Posey swatted a three-run shot off Chris Archer and tagged Pittsburgh's Jung Ho Kang at the plate for the final out as the Giants edged the Pirates 3-2 on Sunday.
Lyles, Marte, González Hurt in Pirates' Win Over Giants
The short-handed Pittsburgh Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 4-1 Friday night.
Rodriguez Sparkles In Giants Win Over Pirates
Dereck Rodriguez pitched seven innings of two-hit ball to continue his sparkling rookie season and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Sunday.
Posey, McCutchen Lead Giants Past Pirates 13-10
Buster Posey got four hits, Andrew McCutchen homered against his former team and the Giants defeated the Pirates 13-10 on Friday night.
Pirates Hit 3 HRs in 10-5 Win Over Giants
Rhe Pittsburgh Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 10-5 on Thursday night.
Hernandez, Hundley Help Giants Beat Pirates, Stop Slide
The Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-0 Sunday to stop a season-high six game-losing streak.
Pirates Rip Giants 11-2 in McCutchen's Return to Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Giants 11-2 on Friday night in Andrew McCutchen's return to PNC Park.
The Baseball Report: Mets, Angels, Pirates All Off To Fast Starts
Three teams have been red-hot out of the gates this April and they aren't necessarily who you'd expect.
New Giants Star Andrew McCutchen Sits Down With Vern Glenn
Giants fans, you're going to love new outfielder Andrew McCutchen. Once the face of the Pirates franchise, the 2013 MVP sat down with me
San Francisco Trades For 5-Time All-Star Andrew McCutchen
Nearly a month after adding Evan Longoria to their lineup, the San Francisco Giants have agreed to a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates for five-time All-Star outfielder Andrew McCutchen.
Samardzija Shines In Giants Win Over Pirates
Brandon Belt doubled in the go-ahead run in the bottom of the seventh inning in support of starter Jeff Samardzija, who threw seven strong innings in the San Francisco Giants' 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday.
3-Run Homers Costly For Giants Against Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates will have the advantage of recent form and revenge motivation when they open a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday night at AT&T Park.
Brandon Belt Leads Giants Over Pirates for 6th Straight Win
Brandon Belt started San Francisco's comeback with an RBI single in a three-run seventh inning, then added a two-run homer in the eighth.
Giants Still Streaking, Edge Pirates 2-1 In 11
Pirates right-hander Daniel Hudson was only thinking about Giants star Buster Posey when he uncorked a full-count slider Saturday.
Giants Pummel Pirates 13-5
The Giants pounced on Pittsburgh starter Gerrit Cole for seven runs then added six more against the bullpen to rout the Pirates 13-5 on Friday night.
30 Players: Josh Bell Ready To Showcase Bat For Pirates
The Pirates are hoping the young first baseman can improve upon his debut late last season.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.