Pajaro Middle School to remain closed for reconstruction for 2023-24 school year
Pajaro Middle School in Monterey County will remain closed through the 2023-2024 school year, school district leaders announced in a letter to families Monday.
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Parents call for accountability in Sunnyvale Summit charter school closure
In the South Bay, families and some local education officials are fighting to keep a Sunnyvale charter school from closing in June.
Stanford, AP analysis: At least 240K kids who left school during COVID unaccounted for
An analysis by The Associated Press, Stanford University's Big Local News project and Stanford education professor Thomas Dee found an estimated 240,000 students in 21 states whose absences could not be accounted for.
Oakland parents celebrate OUSD reversal of planned school closures
The Oakland Unified School District announced on Friday it is officially notifying parents and students that five schools previously slated for closure at the end of the year will now stay open.
Major storm prompts school closures in San Mateo County on Thursday
Several school districts on the Peninsula announced that campuses would be closed on Thursday, January 5, 2023, due to the major atmospheric river storm slamming the Bay Area.
Antioch Unified schools on early release schedule Thursday due to heat
Officials with the Antioch Unified School District announced that schools on Thursday would release students early, as the ongoing heat wave is expected to bring more extreme temperatures.
Oakland school board gets earful over incident at shuttered Parker Elementary
The Oakland School Board got an earful following a clash between parents and security guards during an attempted occupation of the recently shuttered Parker Elementary School. Katie Nielsen reports. (8/10/22)
Protesters occupying Oakland elementary school clash with security guards
Parents and neighborhood activists are making a defiant stand at an Oakland elementary school that was ordered closed by the district earlier this year.
Lawsuit alleges Oakland school closures plan violates state Environmental Quality Act
A group of parents and teachers have filed a lawsuit against the Oakland Unified School District, claiming the district's consolidation plan violates the California Environmental Quality Act.
Oakland teachers stage one-day strike protesting school closures
There were no classes at any of the Oakland Unified schools Friday as teachers participated in a one-day strike and district administrators asked students to stay home. Andria Borba reports. (4-29-22)
Oakland students forced to stay home during one-day teachers strike
Justin Andrews reports on teachers striking to protest Oakland Unified plans to close schools (4-29-2022)
Oakland teachers strike Friday to protest school closures
Classes in Oakland are canceled Friday as teachers prepare for a strike to protest school closures. Katie Nielsen reports. (4-28-22)
Oakland School Board President's Home Vandalized
The debate over closing several Oakland schools has escalated from heated protests and hunger strikes to an act of vandalism.
UPDATE: Oakland School Board Votes to Proceed With Planned Campus Closures
An emotional, highly-charged emergency meeting wrapped up Friday night with the Oakland Unified School District board voting to proceed with a controversial plan to close or truncate 11 schools despite vociferous community opposition.
Oakland Students March in Protest of District's Proposed School Closures
Hundreds of Oakland Unified School District students walked out of class Friday as protests continue against the school board's decision earlier this week to close several schools.
Proposal In State Assembly Aims To Hold Off Oakland School Closures
Assemblymember Mia Bonta, D-Oakland, introduced Assembly Bill 1912, which doesn't stop the closure and consolidation plan Oakland school board members voted on Wednesday, but could pave the way for avoiding it.
Oakland Hunger Strikers Reach Day 10, Issue Demands To End Protest Over School Closures
Two Oakland Unified School District teachers who are on the 10th day of a hunger strike, protesting the district's plan to close and merge a number of schools, have released a list of demands to end their protest.
Opponents Of Oakland School Closures Say Battle Far From Over After Board's Vote
The Oakland Unified School Board has voted to close seven schools over the next two years, but opponents say the issue is far from over.
Controversial Oakland School Closing Plan Narrowly Approved After Hours Of Emotional Debate
After hours of emotional debate, the Oakland Unified School District Board of Education narrowly approved a revised plan early Wednesday to close seven schools, merge two others and cut grades from two more over the next two years.
OUSD School Closures Would Dismantle 'Small School Movement' That Created Them
Thanks to the 'small school movement,' Oakland has more than 80 schools to serve 33,000 students. The district says that is unsustainable, but parents and students don't want to roll back the progress.
Students, Teachers, Parents March Ahead of Oakland Schools Closure Vote; Hunger-Striking Teacher to Hospital
In the final hours before the Oakland Unified School District votes on a plan for 16 school closures and mergers, students, parents and teachers marched in the streets Tuesday, to make their voices heard and prevent any schools from closing.
Opponents of Oakland School Closures, Mergers Say Plan Violates California Environmental Law
Opponents of a plan to close and merge several schools in the Oakland Unified School District want school board members to consider environmental impacts before the plan's vote, which could happen Tuesday night.
Parents, Students Continue Battle Against Proposed Closure of Oakland Schools
A heated battle to keep a number of Oakland schools from being shut down by the district continued Monday as part of a last-minute push to keep classrooms open ahead of crucial vote.
Angry Parent-Teacher Demonstrators Rally to Protest Oakland School Closures
Opposition is growing over the Oakland Unified School District's plan to close up to 16 schools for budget reasons.
Meeting to Discuss Proposed Oakland School Closures Draws Huge Turnout
Hundreds of community members showed up for a school board meeting Monday night, to oppose the campus closures Oakland Unified School District proposed for the next two years.
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Brock Purdy focuses on Eagles instead of injury as 49ers return to Philadelphia
Brock Purdy's focus headed into his biggest regular-season start as a pro is on the Eagles and their stout defense instead of on the disappointment of his previous trip to Philadelphia that ended in a significant elbow injury.
San Francisco police arrest 17 in operation to deter shoplifting on Mission Street
Police in San Francisco on Thursday announced a retail theft operation in the city's SoMa neighborhood that netted 17 arrests for shoplifting earlier this week.
Wayward coyote diverted off I-280 in San Francisco Thursday
Animal control officers managed to safely reroute a wily coyote that had somehow found itself on a freeway in San Francisco.
Nima Momeni's defense seeks change-of-venue in Cash App founder Bob Lee murder trial
The defense team for Nima Momeni - accused of fatally stabbing tech executive Bob Lee - has requested a venue change for his trial alleging "prejudice" in the Bay Area after photos were published showing Momeni in his San Francisco County jail cell.
CPUC delays PG&E Dixie Fire settlement, orders changes following other fires
The California Public Utilities Commission voted unanimously Thursday to delay until next year a decision on accepting a proposed legal settlement between the commission and PG&E for the utility's role in causing the Dixie Fire in 2021.
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Brock Purdy focuses on Eagles instead of injury as 49ers return to Philadelphia
Brock Purdy's focus headed into his biggest regular-season start as a pro is on the Eagles and their stout defense instead of on the disappointment of his previous trip to Philadelphia that ended in a significant elbow injury.
San Francisco police arrest 17 in operation to deter shoplifting on Mission Street
Police in San Francisco on Thursday announced a retail theft operation in the city's SoMa neighborhood that netted 17 arrests for shoplifting earlier this week.
Wayward coyote diverted off I-280 in San Francisco Thursday
Animal control officers managed to safely reroute a wily coyote that had somehow found itself on a freeway in San Francisco.
Nima Momeni's defense seeks change-of-venue in Cash App founder Bob Lee murder trial
The defense team for Nima Momeni - accused of fatally stabbing tech executive Bob Lee - has requested a venue change for his trial alleging "prejudice" in the Bay Area after photos were published showing Momeni in his San Francisco County jail cell.
CPUC delays PG&E Dixie Fire settlement, orders changes following other fires
The California Public Utilities Commission voted unanimously Thursday to delay until next year a decision on accepting a proposed legal settlement between the commission and PG&E for the utility's role in causing the Dixie Fire in 2021.
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Wayward coyote diverted off I-280 in San Francisco Thursday
Animal control officers managed to safely reroute a wily coyote that had somehow found itself on a freeway in San Francisco.
Nima Momeni's defense seeks change-of-venue in Cash App founder Bob Lee murder trial
The defense team for Nima Momeni - accused of fatally stabbing tech executive Bob Lee - has requested a venue change for his trial alleging "prejudice" in the Bay Area after photos were published showing Momeni in his San Francisco County jail cell.
Boaters rescued after small vessel sinks off Baker Beach in San Francisco
Two boaters were pulled from the water Thursday afternoon when their small vessel capsized and sank off Baker Beach in San Francisco, according to fire officials.
Update: Trespasser at Caltrain station in custody after hours-long standoff atop power pole
A trespasser who climbed a power pole above a Caltrain station platform at Fourth and King Streets in San Francisco forced a halt to train service in and out of the station for hours Thursday morning before he voluntarily came down.
South San Francisco police arrest driver for attack on his passenger
A driver in South San Francisco was arrested Wednesday evening on suspicion of attempted murder after police said he assaulted his passenger.
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Lawyers for man who died at Dublin jail say he was dead in cell for 3 days before anyone noticed
Lawyers for the family of a man who died at Alameda County's Santa Rita Jail in 2021 that settled with the county for $7 million released more information this week about the case, including changes that are now mandated to be made at the jail.
Concord partners with nonprofit for guaranteed income program to help 120 families
The nonprofit Monument Impact on Thursday kicked off the city of Concord's first guaranteed income program called ELEVATE Concord, in partnership with and funded by the city.
Man who faced with food scarcity as SJSU student keeps people fed at Fremont hospital
A Bay Area resident who sometimes struggled to get meals while in college has found success in a career where his main job is to make sure people are fed.
Oakley seniors train with canes for self-defense
East Bay seniors are learning to defend themselves by any means necessary.
Flaring occurs at Martinez refinery Wednesday, day after suit filed
Bay Area Air Quality said it was monitoring the flaring event at the Martinez refinery on Wednesday.
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2 arrested after illegal weapons, drug cache found in South San Jose mobile home
Two men were arrested on felony charges after illegal weapons and drugs, including ecstasy and fentanyl, were found at inside a mobile home in South San Jose, prosecutors said Thursday.
Watch: San Jose road rage incident leaves dog critically injured; suspect arrested
A man involved in a violent road rage incident that severely injured a dog earlier this month in San Jose has been arrested, police announced Wednesday.
Over 20 Bay Area Bank of America locations, including ATMs, closing
Over two dozen Bank of America locations, including some ATMs, in the Bay Area are closing or have been closed as the company says it adapts to a drop in in-person transactions.
San Jose man arrested in June carjacking, kidnapping
A man being sought in a June carjacking and kidnapping in San Jose was arrested earlier this month, police announced Wednesday.
Suspected DUI driver arrested after fatal pedestrian hit-and-run crash in San Jose
Police arrested a suspected DUI driver who allegedly hit a pedestrian and fled early Sunday in South San Jose.
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BottleRock promoters to bring Latin music festival to Napa in June
The promoters behind the music festival BottleRock Napa Valley announced this week that they are bringing Latin music artists to Napa next year for the first annual La Onda Festival.
2 Santa Rosa teens arrested after stabbing, being found with knife
Police in Santa Rosa dealt with two incidents involving knives at local high schools Wednesday, one of which resulted in a gang-related fight and stabbing.
Over 20 Bay Area Bank of America locations, including ATMs, closing
Over two dozen Bank of America locations, including some ATMs, in the Bay Area are closing or have been closed as the company says it adapts to a drop in in-person transactions.
Gas leak at CYO Camp in Sonoma County overcomes more than a dozen campers; 2 hospitalized
A gas leak at a Sonoma County youth camp Tuesday affected more than a dozen campers and sent two children to the hospital, authorities said.
Mountain lion spotted in Rohnert Park neighborhood
Residents of a Rohnert Park neighborhood were alerted after a mountain lion was spotted near homes Tuesday morning.
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Brock Purdy focuses on Eagles instead of injury as 49ers return to Philadelphia
Brock Purdy's focus headed into his biggest regular-season start as a pro is on the Eagles and their stout defense instead of on the disappointment of his previous trip to Philadelphia that ended in a significant elbow injury.
The 49ers keep quiet headed into NFC title game rematch against the Eagles
The San Francisco 49ers had plenty to say after they lost the NFC title game last season to the Philadelphia Eagles while playing much of the game without a functioning quarterback.
Warriors lose to Kings 124-123 after late basket from Monk
Malik Monk hit a fadeaway with 7 seconds left and the Sacramento Kings rallied late to beat the Golden State Warriors 124-123 to advance to the quarterfinals of the in-season tournament.
Report: Mark Cuban selling majority stake of Dallas Mavericks
Mark Cuban is reportedly selling a majority stake to Miriam Adelson and the Adelson family at a valuation of $3.5 billion.
Oakland is getting a new minor league team -- the Oakland B's
Oakland is getting a new minor league baseball team that will call themselves the Oakland B's, short for Ballers.
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San Francisco police arrest 17 in operation to deter shoplifting on Mission Street
Police in San Francisco on Thursday announced a retail theft operation in the city's SoMa neighborhood that netted 17 arrests for shoplifting earlier this week.
Nima Momeni's defense seeks change-of-venue in Cash App founder Bob Lee murder trial
The defense team for Nima Momeni - accused of fatally stabbing tech executive Bob Lee - has requested a venue change for his trial alleging "prejudice" in the Bay Area after photos were published showing Momeni in his San Francisco County jail cell.
Lawyers for man who died at Dublin jail say he was dead in cell for 3 days before anyone noticed
Lawyers for the family of a man who died at Alameda County's Santa Rita Jail in 2021 that settled with the county for $7 million released more information this week about the case, including changes that are now mandated to be made at the jail.
2 arrested after illegal weapons, drug cache found in South San Jose mobile home
Two men were arrested on felony charges after illegal weapons and drugs, including ecstasy and fentanyl, were found at inside a mobile home in South San Jose, prosecutors said Thursday.
South San Francisco police arrest driver for attack on his passenger
A driver in South San Francisco was arrested Wednesday evening on suspicion of attempted murder after police said he assaulted his passenger.
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E-bike injury trend prompts Marin County supervisor to restrict use to 16-year-olds and up
A Marin County supervisor and mother is sounding the alarm about the dangers of youth riding e-bikes after two trauma doctors alerted her to a concerning spike in injuries related to e-bikes since the Covid pandemic began.
Meta shuts down thousands of fake Facebook accounts primed to polarize voters ahead of 2024
Meta says it has found and disabled thousands of fake Facebook accounts linked to China that were used to spread politically partisan content in the United States before next year's election.
Elon Musk says advertiser boycott at X could "kill the company"
The billionaire owner of X took a defensive tone, saying that "the whole world will know that those advertisers killed the company."
Okta says security breach way worse than first thought
Hackers stole data on all users of Okta's customer support system, the San Francisco cybersecurity company disclosed.
How to turn off iPhone's iOS 17 NameDrop feature
How to turn off Apple's new NameDrop feature in iPhones with iOS 17 that lets users share information when devices are in close proximity.
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E-bike injury trend prompts Marin County supervisor to restrict use to 16-year-olds and up
A Marin County supervisor and mother is sounding the alarm about the dangers of youth riding e-bikes after two trauma doctors alerted her to a concerning spike in injuries related to e-bikes since the Covid pandemic began.
Schools across the U.S. will soon be able to order free COVID tests
The tests will be available from a federal stockpile starting in December, and schools can distribute them to students, families, staff and larger school communities.
Millions of U.S. women face obstacles to getting maternity care
More than a third of counties in the U.S. don't have a hospital or birth center that offers obstetric care or any obstetric health care providers, one report says.
Lawsuit claims Meta designed Instagram, Facebook to hook kids
Facebook parent Meta Platforms deliberately engineered its social platforms to hook kids according to a newly unsealed legal complaint.
Deadly salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes; CDC expands recall
Health authorities issued an alert Friday of a deadly salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes and pre-cut fruit products, with nearly 100 cases seen across dozens of states.
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CPUC delays PG&E Dixie Fire settlement, orders changes following other fires
The California Public Utilities Commission voted unanimously Thursday to delay until next year a decision on accepting a proposed legal settlement between the commission and PG&E for the utility's role in causing the Dixie Fire in 2021.
San Francisco Bay Ferry, Golden Gate Ferry receiving federal grants to modernize fleet
The Biden administration will issue $220 million in grants to modernize the country's ferry systems, officials announced Thursday.
Concord partners with nonprofit for guaranteed income program to help 120 families
The nonprofit Monument Impact on Thursday kicked off the city of Concord's first guaranteed income program called ELEVATE Concord, in partnership with and funded by the city.
Govs. Ron DeSantis, Gavin Newsom to face off in unusual debate today
Florida's Ron DeSantis, a GOP presidential candidate, is taking on California's Gavin Newsom, who is a Biden surrogate and not a 2024 candidate, in a debate moderated by Fox's Sean Hannity.
Meta shuts down thousands of fake Facebook accounts primed to polarize voters ahead of 2024
Meta says it has found and disabled thousands of fake Facebook accounts linked to China that were used to spread politically partisan content in the United States before next year's election.
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Biden marks Trans Day of Remembrance: "No place for hate in America"
President Biden honored transgender Americans on Trans Day of Remembrance, which falls on Nov. 20 and serves to pay tribute to trans people who have lost their lives to violence.
Laphonza Butler, Newsom's Feinstein replacement, to make LGBT history
Laphonza Butler will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Former KPIX reporter Hank Plante reflects on Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
Gov. Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's LGBTQ protections
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.
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BottleRock promoters to bring Latin music festival to Napa in June
The promoters behind the music festival BottleRock Napa Valley announced this week that they are bringing Latin music artists to Napa next year for the first annual La Onda Festival.
Shane MacGowan, longtime frontman of The Pogues, dies at 65
Singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, the longtime front-man of The Pogues, died at the age of 65 surrounded by loved ones in Ireland, his family said.
"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Trash-culture legend John Waters presents sold-out Christmas show at Great American
Pencil-mustached film director, author and revered trash-culture icon John Waters brings his bawdy annual one-man Christmas show to the Great American Music Hall for a sold-out performance Thursday night.
Killing Joke guitarist Kevin "Geordie" Walker dies at 64
Kevin "Geordie" Walker, a founding member of influential British post-punk band Killing Joke whose unique guitar attack helped define the group's sound, has died at age 64, according to the band.
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Oakland Unified copes with shocking rise in district's homeless student population
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
VR 360 View: Meteorologist Jessica Burch takes flight with the Blue Angels
Meteorologist and CBS News Bay Area's resident pilot Lt. Jessica Burch got a treat during Fleet Week, taking to the skies with one of the Blue Angels.
VR 360 View: Devastating wildfire compels family to adopt a new lifestyle among the Redwoods
A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
Study: Colorectal cancer patients could skip harsh radiation therapy
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
VR 360 View: The high-stakes world of San Francisco's bar pilots
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
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Once hungry SJSU student works to keep people fed at Fremont hospital
Max Darrow reports on man who manages the food and nutrition services at an East Bay hospital with a special understanding of food scarcity (11-30-2023)
End of BART paper tickets comes as agency works to improve the system
BART officially ended the use of paper tickets Thursday as the agency also prepares to change fare gates at its stations while touting other improvements to the system. Shawn Chitnis reports.
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Oakley woman giving support, opportunities for joy to those with cancer and their families
An Oakley woman has been offering the kind of support and healing that she didn't find readily available when she was diagnosed with cancer.
2 friends lead nonprofit bringing nourishment to needy in South Bay
A pair of volunteers working for a South Bay organization go out of their way to bring warmth and nourishment to the unhoused, not just during the holidays, but all year round.
Hayward teacher using theater to inspire elementary students to dream big
A Hayward teacher is using the timeless work of Shakespeare to inspire his elementary students to dream big.
Man behind Kingmakers of Oakland nonprofit opening doors for students of color
An Oakland man is helping close the racial gap in graduation rates, as a study by the Brookings Institution shows 76% of Black boys complete high school nationwide compared to 87% of white boys.
Santa Rosa Vietnam veteran on a mission to help unhoused military vets
A Vietnam veteran from Santa Rosa has made it his mission to make sure unhoused veterans are not forgotten.
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San Rafael student sees the world, but remembers his roots
Police departments all over the country are having a hard time finding new officers, but one Bay Area student is criss-crossing the world while preparing for a career in law enforcement here at home.
Santa Rosa college graduate multi-tasking her way to a master's degree, law school
When most people graduate from college, they tend to focus on one job. But this month's Students Rising Above scholar is currently juggling multiple workplace assignments.
Inseparable San Francisco students overcome hardships together
Itohan Ediae and Qien Feng are getting ready to leave for their first year of college and they are taking a lot with them: excitement, nerves, and memories from what has become an extraordinary friendship.
San Francisco teacher set to begin 42nd year teaching kindergarten
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.
Santa Clara woman goes from the family donut shop to law school
KPIX is relaunching our Students Rising Above series with a profile of a young woman who went from working in her family's donut shop to UC Hastings.