Rally in SF calls for ceasefire in Israel and Gaza as effects of conflict spread
Some in the Bay Area are calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Gaza as the conflict is affecting residents here as well.
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Some in the Bay Area are calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Gaza as the conflict is affecting residents here as well.
Thousands of protesters demanding an end to the Israel-Hamas war shut down traffic on the Central Freeway in San Francisco Saturday. John Ramos reports. (10-28-23)
A group of protesters demanding an end to the Israel-Hamas war shut down traffic on the Central Freeway in downtown San Francisco for about 90 minutes Saturday afternoon
At a rally in Oakland Sunday morning, the demand was simple and immediate: a cease-fire in Gaza to stop the killing of Palestinian children.
Activists sat clapping and singing on the floor in the rotunda of the Cannon House Office Building, holding up large banners that read "Ceasefire" and "Let Gaza Live."
Ryan Yamamoto reports on supporters of both Palestine and Israel holding simultaneous protests on campus at UC Berkeley Monday (10-16-2023)
Ryan Yamamoto reports on increasing concerns about threats of violence against both Jewish and Muslim institutions in U.S. (10-16-2023)
On Saturday, a huge group of Palestinians and their supporters rallied in the plaza across from San Francisco's Ferry Building. John Ramos reports. (10-14-23)
People in the Bay Area are speaking out on the Hamas terror attacks and Israel's military response. Team coverage from Itay Hod and Sara Donchey. (10-13-23)
Dueling demonstrators faced off outside the Israeli consulate in downtown San Francisco Sunday following the Hamas attack on Israel.
Israel is reeling from a series of surprise attacks by the militant Palestinian organization Hamas and reaction in the Bay Area was swift. John Ramos reports. (10-8-23)
The concerns over crime in Oakland led to dueling public events on Saturday, highlighting the growing divide over the issue of public safety.
On Thursday morning, protesters gathered in front of San Francisco's U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement office to demand an end to what they say is the ongoing abuse of ICE detainees at two detention centers in the state.
The San Francisco Taxi Workers Alliance is planning a protest at the headquarters of the California Public Utilities Commission on Monday against the expansion of autonomous vehicle fleets in the city.
Jocelyn Moran reports on Tuesday night's protest over the A's planned move to Las Vegas during the Battle of the Bay (7-26-2023)
Kaiser workers at 40 facilities across the state on Tuesday, including 17 in the Bay Area, are staging a picket to protest what they say are staffing shortages. The healthcare provider stressed that the workers are not striking and facilities remain open. (7/25/23)
A group of young protesters has now launched an all-out war against these so-called robotaxis, using an unorthodox approach.
A group of young protesters has now launched an all-out war against these so-called robotaxis, using an unorthodox approach. Itay Hod reports. (7/25/23)
Actor, singer and style icon Jane Birkin has died in France, a country she charmed with her English grace and accented French and made her home.
Christian Benevides reports on increased security planned ahead of arraignment of former President Trump in Miami (6-12-2023)
On Sunday, a colorful expression of support for stricter gun laws was held on San Francisco's iconic Golden Gate Bridge. John Ramos reports. (6-4-23)
John Ramos reports on Target receiving criticism from both sides after promoting Pride-themed products and then pulling merchandise from shelves (5-24-23)
Pilots pushing for higher pay argue that United should reward them for helping the airline survive the coronavirus pandemic.
Reed Cowan reports on an early morning confrontation between picketing Oakland teachers and a contractor at the construction site for a new school administration building (5-11-2023)
As thousands of students sat idly in Oakland classrooms Monday, unsure of when their school year will end, district officials and the teachers union remain without any movement toward a new contract as a strike bled over into a second week. Devin Fehely reports.
