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3 San Ramon Robbery Suspects Arrested In Fremont After I-680 Chase
Three robbery suspects were arrested following a police chase in Fremont and a fourth was still at large, police said Tuesday.
Police Arrest Brentwood Bank Robbery Suspect After Highway 4 Chase
A man with several outstanding arrest warrants was arrested Wednesday following a bank robbery in Brentwood followed by a police chase into Antioch.
Man Suspected of Killing Ex-Girlfriend Leads Milpitas Police on Chase Before Crashing
A high-speed pursuit involving Milpitas police and a man suspected of killing his ex-girlfriend and speeding away with her body ended Sunday afternoon in Fremont, when the suspect crashed the car.
Authorities: Domestic Disturbance Suspect Leads Chase From Marin County Into Petaluma, Rams Patrol Vehicle
A man suspected in a domestic disturbance in Marin County was arrested after police said he rammed a patrol car during a chase that ended in Petaluma on Sunday night.
Speeding Motorcyclist Arrested In Petaluma Following Police Chase on Highway 101
A motorcyclist was arrested early Saturday morning after a police chase in Petaluma.
Police: 'Prolific Offender' Arrested After Forcing Woman Into Car In Fremont
A man who police call a "well-known prolific offender" was arrested Thursday after witnesses in Fremont reported seeing a man violently pull a woman into his car and drive away.
Antioch Jewelry Store Robbery Suspects Arrested Following Multi-City Police Chase, Crash
Police on Friday arrested three suspects in connection with an armed robbery at a jewelry store in Antioch that led to a vehicle pursuit through several cities in the Bay Area.
Caught on Video: Vacaville Police Pursue Stolen U-Haul Van, Driver Surrenders
A California Highway Patrol airplane on Saturday helped Vacaville police track down a stolen U-Haul van that fled a traffic stop and was involved in a hit-and-run crash.
All Lanes Of Westbound I-80 Near Carquinez Bridge in Crockett Open After Police Chase, Crash
A crash that reportedly came at the end of a police chase in Crockett has shut down westbound lanes of I-80 at the west end of the Carquinez Bridge, according to authorities.
San Mateo Burglary Suspect Chased Into Foster City Pond, Arrested Following Standoff
A suspect driving a stolen car led police on a pursuit Tuesday night that began at a mall parking lot and ended with a 90-minute standoff in a pond, where crisis negotiators talked the suspect into coming ashore.
San Ramon Police Officer Injured During Traffic Stop, Man Arrested Following Chase
A man is facing multiple charges after allegedly striking a San Ramon police officer with his vehicle during a traffic stop and leading police on a chase Tuesday morning.
UPDATE: Deputy Chase Ends In Horrific Crash On Lawrence Expressway In San Jose; 2 Dead, 2 Arrested
Two people were killed and two others injured and later arrested when a Santa Clara County Sheriff's vehicle pursuit ended in a horrific collision Monday night.
19-Year-Old Woman Killed In Fiery Santa Cruz DUI Crash Following High-Speed CHP Chase; Driver Arrested
A 19-year-old woman was killed in a crash following a chase of a speeding sedan in Santa Cruz Wednesday morning in which the driver was under the influence, the California Highway Patrol said.
Fremont Police Officer, Suspect Identified In Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting On Highway 84
The Fremont Police Department has identified the officer and the suspect involved in a deadly officer-involved shooting along state Highway 84 last month.
5 Juveniles Arrested After Police Chase Of Vehicle Carjacked In El Cerrito
Five juveniles were arrested following a chase of a car that had been carjacked in El Cerrito the day before, police said Thursday.
16-Year-Old Driving Stolen Car Arrested In East Palo Alto, Linked To Robbery the Night Before
A 16-year-old who was behind the wheel of a stolen car chased by police from Palo Alto into East Palo Alto is also suspected of a strong armed robbery the night before, police said Monday.
Officer Wounded in Gun Battle Following Wild Sierra Foothills Chase
A CHP officer and a suspect were struck by bullets Friday in a shootout following a car chase involving multiple law-enforcement agencies across Tulare County in the San Joaquin Valley.
Santa Cruz High-Speed Chase Leads To Arrest For Multiple Felonies
Santa Cruz police arrested a 38-year-old man early Wednesday morning on multiple felonies including domestic violence and sexual battery after a chase on Highway 17 that reached speeds of 100 miles per hour.
Driver Of Stolen Car Killed In Horrific San Pablo Crash Following Police Chase
The driver of a stolen car was killed Tuesday in a horrific crash with another vehicle following a police chase in San Pablo, authorities said.
Sonoma County Hit-and-Run Suspect Arrested After Highway 101 Chase, Spike Strip Deployment
A hit-and-run suspect was arrested in Santa Rosa Monday after the alleged victim called police to say he was following the suspect vehicle, authorities said.
Felon Arrested After High-Speed Chase Along Highway 101 In Sonoma, Marin County
A convicted felon was arrested following a high-speed chase along U.S. Highway 101 in Sonoma and Marin County Tuesday night, the California Highway Patrol reported.
San Mateo Police Chase Of Stolen Vehicle Ends In Crash; 1 Arrested, 2 Others Sought
Officers arrested one suspect in a stolen vehicle case Wednesday morning following a pursuit that ended in a crash and are searching for at least two more suspects, San Mateo police said.
Dirt Bike Rider Dies in Vallejo Crash After New Year Day Pursuit by Police, CHP
A motorcyclist died New Year's Day after crashing his dirt bike near Hanns Park in Vallejo after leading American Canyon police and California Highway Patrol on a chase.
Arrest Made In San Bruno Catalytic Converter Theft Following Pursuit Into Oakland
Police in San Bruno have made an arrest and are seeking additional suspects following a catalytic converter theft that led to a police pursuit into the East Bay early Monday morning.
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Safety measures announced in Oakland ahead of Fourth of July holiday
With large crowds anticipated at Lake Merritt over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the City of Oakland has announced temporary safety measures at many public gathering places.
Burning big rig, vegetation fire blocks traffic on U.S. Highway 50 in Sierra
A fire was burning a big rig and vegetation on U.S. Highway 50 in the Sierra Friday afternoon, at one point shutting lanes in both directions during the July 4th holiday travel rush.
Californians to decide 7 ballot measures in November
California voters will weigh in on seven ballot measures this fall, the fewest to appear on a statewide general election ballot since 2014.
San Jose resident Lebnitz Tran pleads guilty to $3.6M COVID funds fraud
A San Jose man accused of submitting multiple fake applications for small business COVID relief funds - obtaining more than $3 million in fraudulent payments that funded a luxury lifestyle - pleaded guilty to criminal charges, authorities said Friday.
2 arrested for allegedly selling illegal fireworks in San Pablo
Police in San Pablo on Thursday arrested two people in connection with selling illegal fireworks.
Federal funding support for COVID pandemic ends Friday
Ongoing federal funding support for local governments to combat the COVID-19 pandemic dried up Friday, prompting some Bay Area counties to modify how they will respond to future surges and variants.
Man killed in vessel collision near Angel Island in San Francisco Bay identified
A man who died following a collision between two boats on San Francisco Bay near Angel Island on Thursday afternoon has been identified.
Update: Warriors to sign Looney to 3-year deal; GPII, Otto Porter Jr. move on
The Golden State Warriors brought back one of their key free agents, retaining Kevon Looney on a three-year deal that could be worth about $26 million, but lost two other important pieces.
Drag show near Sacramento disrupted, Proud Boys possibly involved
A drag show in Yolo County near Sacramento was disrupted by a group making homophobic and transphobic remarks Thursday night, as the establishment also faced online threats for the event.
First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom talks about her new documentary
First Partner of California Jennifer Siebel Newsom recently sat down with KPIX 5 anchor Juliette Goodrich to talk about the latest documentary she directed called "Fair Play."
Algae warning issued for San Luis Reservoir in Merced County
California authorities issued a danger advisory for San Luis Reservoir in Merced County on Friday due to the toxin levels of blue-green algae in the water.
California adding laws targeting ghost guns, firearm sales to minors
California, which already has some of the nation's toughest gun laws, has added new restrictions on untraceable "ghost guns" and on marketing firearms to minors, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Friday.
Big Basin Redwoods to partially open for 1st time since 2020 wildfire
Big Basin Redwoods State Park in Santa Cruz County is partially reopening for the first time since the CZU Lightning Complex Fire destroyed much of the park in August 2020.
BART implements 3.4% fare increase in 1st hike since 2020
The transit agency is raising prices by 3.4 percent, which will increase the average fare by about 15 cents, according to a BART news release.
Sharks fire head coach Boughner, assistant coaches after 3 disappointing seasons
San Jose Sharks head coach Bob Boughner and multiple assistant coaches have been "relieved of their responsibilities," the hockey team announced Friday.
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Safety measures announced in Oakland ahead of Fourth of July holiday
With large crowds anticipated at Lake Merritt over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the City of Oakland has announced temporary safety measures at many public gathering places.
Burning big rig, vegetation fire blocks traffic on U.S. Highway 50 in Sierra
A fire was burning a big rig and vegetation on U.S. Highway 50 in the Sierra Friday afternoon, at one point shutting lanes in both directions during the July 4th holiday travel rush.
Californians to decide 7 ballot measures in November
California voters will weigh in on seven ballot measures this fall, the fewest to appear on a statewide general election ballot since 2014.
San Jose resident Lebnitz Tran pleads guilty to $3.6M COVID funds fraud
A San Jose man accused of submitting multiple fake applications for small business COVID relief funds - obtaining more than $3 million in fraudulent payments that funded a luxury lifestyle - pleaded guilty to criminal charges, authorities said Friday.
2 arrested for allegedly selling illegal fireworks in San Pablo
Police in San Pablo on Thursday arrested two people in connection with selling illegal fireworks.
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Man killed in vessel collision near Angel Island in San Francisco Bay identified
A man who died following a collision between two boats on San Francisco Bay near Angel Island on Thursday afternoon has been identified.
Police investigate fatal shooting in San Francisco's Lower Haight
Police in San Francisco are investigating a fatal shooting that killed a man Thursday night in the city's Lower Haight neighborhood.
Racist graffiti left at Palo Alto playground investigated as hate crime
A case of graffiti vandalism at a playground in Palo Alto is being investigated as a hate crime, police said Friday.
San Francisco teen starts Chinatown youth camp to help struggling students
A San Francisco high school student who saw a great need in her Chinatown community has launched a tutoring center to help struggling students.
Suspect in violent robbery caught on camera in S.F. Sunset District
Police in San Francisco released photos and video of a suspect in a May 28 robbery in a plea to the public to help identify him.
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Safety measures announced in Oakland ahead of Fourth of July holiday
With large crowds anticipated at Lake Merritt over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the City of Oakland has announced temporary safety measures at many public gathering places.
2 arrested for allegedly selling illegal fireworks in San Pablo
Police in San Pablo on Thursday arrested two people in connection with selling illegal fireworks.
Con Fire officially merges with East Contra Costa Fire Protection District
The much-anticipated consolidation of the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (Con Fire) and the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District becomes official Friday.
A's Howard Terminal project closer to reality after winning key vote
A California agency on Thursday has cleared the way for the Oakland Athletics to continue planning a $12 billion waterfront ballpark project.
KPIX reporter shares story of her family's encounter with Hells Angel Sonny Barger
On the day notorious Hells Angel leader Sonny Barger passed away, KPIX 5 anchorJuliette Goodrich shared a personal story about an encounter her family had with Barger when she was just an infant.
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San Jose resident Lebnitz Tran pleads guilty to $3.6M COVID funds fraud
A San Jose man accused of submitting multiple fake applications for small business COVID relief funds - obtaining more than $3 million in fraudulent payments that funded a luxury lifestyle - pleaded guilty to criminal charges, authorities said Friday.
Big Basin Redwoods to partially open for 1st time since 2020 wildfire
Big Basin Redwoods State Park in Santa Cruz County is partially reopening for the first time since the CZU Lightning Complex Fire destroyed much of the park in August 2020.
Sharks fire head coach Boughner, assistant coaches after 3 disappointing seasons
San Jose Sharks head coach Bob Boughner and multiple assistant coaches have been "relieved of their responsibilities," the hockey team announced Friday.
Suspect in May fatal stabbing of woman in San Jose arrested in Las Vegas
Police in Las Vegas arrested a suspect in the May fatal stabbing of a woman in San Jose, authorities announced Friday.
SJPD arrest group of violent robbery suspects who held baby at gunpoint
San Jose police announced Thursday the arrest of four suspects connected to a series of violent armed robberies, including one incident where a 15-month-old baby was held at gunpoint.
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UPDATE: Highway 29 reopens after hazmat spill near St. Helena cleaned up
State Highway 29 in the area of St. Helena reopened Thursday afternoon after a hazardous materials spill caused an hours-long closure, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Marin County Fair returns to San Rafael in-person for first time since 2019
For the first time since the pandemic shutdown in 2019, the Marin County Fair will be in-person from Thursday through Monday, July 4 at the fairgrounds in San Rafael.
Report: affordable housing oversight severely lacking in Sonoma County
A Sonoma County civil grand jury has determined that far more oversight is needed for affordable housing in the county after an expose in a newspaper and complaints from residents prompted the investigation.
Dead body found in dumpster during trash haul from Dixon
Police in Dixon in northern Solano County are investigating a report of a dead body discovered Tuesday when a garbage truck deposited its load at a trash dump in neighboring Yolo County.
Santa Rosa man arrested for over 500 pounds of illegal fireworks
In mid-June, detectives from the Santa Rosa Police Department's Property Crimes Team received information about an individual that was in possession of a large quantities of illegal and dangerous fireworks.
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Update: Warriors to sign Looney to 3-year deal; GPII, Otto Porter Jr. move on
The Golden State Warriors brought back one of their key free agents, retaining Kevon Looney on a three-year deal that could be worth about $26 million, but lost two other important pieces.
Sharks fire head coach Boughner, assistant coaches after 3 disappointing seasons
San Jose Sharks head coach Bob Boughner and multiple assistant coaches have been "relieved of their responsibilities," the hockey team announced Friday.
A's Howard Terminal project closer to reality after winning key vote
A California agency on Thursday has cleared the way for the Oakland Athletics to continue planning a $12 billion waterfront ballpark project.
Rodriguez homers, Mariners beat A's 8-6
The Seattle Mariners beat the Oakland Athletics 8-6 Thursday night.
USC, UCLA plan move from PAC-12 to Big Ten in 2024
PAC-12 powerhouses in University of Southern California and University of California, Los Angeles have announced they leaving the conference to join the Big Ten, officials confirmed Thursday.
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San Jose resident Lebnitz Tran pleads guilty to $3.6M COVID funds fraud
A San Jose man accused of submitting multiple fake applications for small business COVID relief funds - obtaining more than $3 million in fraudulent payments that funded a luxury lifestyle - pleaded guilty to criminal charges, authorities said Friday.
2 arrested for allegedly selling illegal fireworks in San Pablo
Police in San Pablo on Thursday arrested two people in connection with selling illegal fireworks.
Drag show near Sacramento disrupted, Proud Boys possibly involved
A drag show in Yolo County near Sacramento was disrupted by a group making homophobic and transphobic remarks Thursday night, as the establishment also faced online threats for the event.
California adding laws targeting ghost guns, firearm sales to minors
California, which already has some of the nation's toughest gun laws, has added new restrictions on untraceable "ghost guns" and on marketing firearms to minors, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Friday.
Suspect in May fatal stabbing of woman in San Jose arrested in Las Vegas
Police in Las Vegas arrested a suspect in the May fatal stabbing of a woman in San Jose, authorities announced Friday.
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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.
Intel's 'Silicon Heartland' factory boon for Ohio, but families mourn homes
When President Joe Biden applauded a decision by Santa Clara-based Intel Corp. to build a $20 billion semiconductor operation on "1,000 empty acres of land" in Ohio, it didn't sit well with Tressie Corsi.
Cellphone data tracking technology will help anti-abortion prosecutions
Modern technology makes the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade more far-reaching than you may think.
Gigantic, half-inch-long bacteria identified by team led by Bay Area scientist
Scientists have discovered the world's largest bacterium -- visible to the naked eye -- in a Caribbean mangrove swamp.
Jury takes fraud case against Elizabeth Holmes' ex-partner 'Sunny' Balwani
The fate of Ramesh "Sunny" Balwani is now in the hands of a jury that will weigh charges he joined Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes in an elaborate fraud that jarred Silicon Valley.
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Assembly approves bid to open safe injection sites in San Francisco, Oakland
The California state Assembly on Thursday approved a controversial bill allowing Oakland and San Francisco, along with Los Angeles, to set up places where opioid users could legally inject drugs in supervised settings.
California first to cover health care for all immigrants
California will become the first state to guarantee free health care for all low-income immigrants living in the country illegally, a move that will provide coverage for an additional 764,000 people at an eventual cost of about $2.7 billion a year.
New California law aims to make school less of a yawn with later starts
Beginning this fall high schools in the nation's most populous state can't start before 8:30 a.m. and middle schools can't start before 8 a.m. under a 2019 first-in-the-nation law forbidding earlier start times.
Santa Cruz Co. reports 1st probable case of monkeypox
Santa Cruz County public health officials announced Wednesday that the county's first probable case of monkeypox has been identified in a local resident.
County officials confirm finding West Nile Virus in Milpitas
County officials said Wednesday that West Nile virus was detected in Santa Clara County for the first time this year.
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Californians to decide 7 ballot measures in November
California voters will weigh in on seven ballot measures this fall, the fewest to appear on a statewide general election ballot since 2014.
Federal funding support for COVID pandemic ends Friday
Ongoing federal funding support for local governments to combat the COVID-19 pandemic dried up Friday, prompting some Bay Area counties to modify how they will respond to future surges and variants.
First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom talks about her new documentary
First Partner of California Jennifer Siebel Newsom recently sat down with KPIX 5 anchor Juliette Goodrich to talk about the latest documentary she directed called "Fair Play."
California adding laws targeting ghost guns, firearm sales to minors
California, which already has some of the nation's toughest gun laws, has added new restrictions on untraceable "ghost guns" and on marketing firearms to minors, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Friday.
A's Howard Terminal project closer to reality after winning key vote
A California agency on Thursday has cleared the way for the Oakland Athletics to continue planning a $12 billion waterfront ballpark project.
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Drag show near Sacramento disrupted, Proud Boys possibly involved
A drag show in Yolo County near Sacramento was disrupted by a group making homophobic and transphobic remarks Thursday night, as the establishment also faced online threats for the event.
Gay, lesbian veterans receive overdue recognition
Long before the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell in 2011, San Francisco was once a major hub for LGBTQ servicemembers.
Danville family's pride flag stolen from their home twice
A Danville family put up a rainbow pride flag on their home to celebrate Pride Month, but the flag has been ripped down and stolen two times.
Men on Pointe: Bay Area duo shakes up 'traditional' views of ballet
Just a mention of his beginnings in dance and it doesn't take long for a smile to spread across Roberto Vega Ortiz's face.
Local Catholic church in San Francisco embracing LGBTQ struggle for equal rights
The decades-long struggle for equal rights for the gay community included an unlikely transformation within a local Catholic church that is now thriving in San Francisco's Castro District.
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First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom talks about her new documentary
First Partner of California Jennifer Siebel Newsom recently sat down with KPIX 5 anchor Juliette Goodrich to talk about the latest documentary she directed called "Fair Play."
Marin County Fair returns to San Rafael in-person for first time since 2019
For the first time since the pandemic shutdown in 2019, the Marin County Fair will be in-person from Thursday through Monday, July 4 at the fairgrounds in San Rafael.
Punk-rock meltdown takes over Oakland's Mosswood Park
After a two-year pandemic delay, the highly anticipated return of the Mosswood Meltdown this weekend brings an array of local and national punk acts to Oakland including Bikini Kill, Kim Gordon, the Dirtbombs and more.
Afrobeat heir brings jubilant live show to Bay Area
One of the heirs to Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti's musical legacy, Femi Kuti brings his large and colorful Positive Force ensemble to the Bay Area for two shows.
Men on Pointe: Bay Area duo shakes up 'traditional' views of ballet
Just a mention of his beginnings in dance and it doesn't take long for a smile to spread across Roberto Vega Ortiz's face.
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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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First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom talks about her new documentary
Juliette Goodrich interviews First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom about her latest documentary on gender equity (6-30-2022).
Bay Area woman helps people safeguard online privacy
Elizabeth Cook reports on how Veronica Toscano is educating people on how to secure their digital footprint (7-1-2022)
WNBA star Brittney Griner makes first court appearance in Russia
Astrid Martinez reports on Brittney Griner making her first appearance in a Russian courtroom on drug charges (7-1-2022)
Sharks fire head coach Boughner, assistant coaches after 3 disappointing seasons
Amanda Starrantino reports on the San Jose Sharks firing head coach Bob Boughner and his staff (7-1-2022)
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Therapy group helps people let go of their grief in waters of the Pacific
A Pacifica woman provides a safe place to gather in person to grieve and share community in the pandemic.
JA: Two time cancer survivor lends guidance and empathy to others
A two-time breast cancer survivor who takes cancer support to the next level is this week's Bay Area Jefferson Award winner.
JA: Ingleside reverend celebrates community with collage
In the Ingleside, a Bay Area pastor inspires his community with a nationally lauded black history collage.
Oakland attorney helps community learn about estate planning
More than 70 percent of African Americans do not have a will or other estate planning document, according to a Caring.com 2022 survey. An Oakland attorney is changing that.
Retiring free clinic director prescribes food as medicine for Peninsula patients
When Dr. Jason Wong hands his patients a prescription, they often go to a unique pharmacy on the Peninsula where food is medicine.
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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.
East Bay scholar's tight-knit family keeps him close to home
It's not uncommon for Students Rising Above Scholars to have close knit, loving families. Ronvel Sharper is no exception.
East Bay scholar uses acting as a tool for self-therapy
This week's Students Rising Above scholar knows how devastating it can be when someone you love is struggling with their mental health and the importance of also taking care of yourself.
Oakland scholar uses past trauma as tool for community healing
All human beings have experienced trauma at some point in their lives, but not everyone asked themselves to take a step back, and shift focus to others, and what they may be going through.
Scholar uses her own cancer journey to fuel her career passion
A gifted Bay Area student who faced cancer as a teenager and won has taken on a new role in the fight against the devastating disease.