Community mourns Filipino restaurant co-owner killed in Oakland shooting
The co-owner of an Oakland Filipino restaurant died from gunfire Wednesday night, the restaurant said on Instagram.
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Healdsburg man sentenced to 8 years for shooting, drug possession
A Healdsburg man was sentenced to eight years in state prison Thursday in connection with two shootings and drug possession, prosecutors said.
2 dead, 2 injured in Highway 580 shooting, crash in East Oakland
Two people were killed and two others seriously injured in an apparent shooting off Interstate Highway 580 in East Oakland on Wednesday night, according to authorities.
Rally outside Oakland City Hall mourns 10 killed in Buffalo shooting rampage
A rally was held at Frank Ogawa Plaza in Oakland to mourn the 10 people killed during a hate-filled shooting rampage inside a supermarket in Buffalo, New York. Sara Donchey reports. (5/18/22)
CHP: 3 found shot along Interstate 580 in East Oakland, 2 killed
At least two people died following an apparent shooting off Interstate 580 in East Oakland on Wednesday night, according to authorities. (5/18/22)
California church shooting suspect charged with first-degree murder
The suspect is accused of opening fire in a Taiwanese church Sunday, killing one and injuring five.
1 dead, 1 wounded in double shooting near SJSU
Len Kiese reports on San Jose police investigating a deadly early morning shooting near the SJSU campus (5-16-2022)
After tragic Bay Area freeway shootings, Newsom announces funding for cameras
Following dozens of freeway shootings in the Bay Area, Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced funding to install cameras. Family members who lost loved ones say the cameras can't come fast enough.
Police in Oakland investigating 2 separate fatal shootings
Two people died from gunshot wounds they suffered in separate shootings in Oakland Thursday evening and early Friday morning, police said.
Police investigate shooting near San Francisco City Hall
San Francisco Police asked for the public's help Thursday as they investigated a shooting near city hall that afternoon.
3 Wounded in Vallejo shootings
Police in Vallejo are investigating a series of shootings on Monday night that appear to have left three people wounded.
Concord police investigate shooting at Sunvalley Mall Saturday night
Police officers in Concord investigated a shooting incident at Sunvalley Mall late Saturday evening, according to authorities.
Concord police investigate shooting at Sunvalley Mall Saturday night
Devin Fehely reports on police in Concord investigating shots fired at Sunvalley Mall (5-8-2022)
30-year-old man hospitalized after overnight shooting near San Francisco City Hall
A 30-year-old man was hospitalized after being shot at and pistol-whipped near San Francisco City Hall early Friday morning, police said.
19-year-old suspect identified in Pinole bowling alley shooting
Police identified a 19-year-old man Thursday as the suspect in a March double-shooting at a bowling alley in Pinole.
Homicide linked to illegal pop-up market on San Jose VTA lot prompts investigation
In the South Bay, a series of underground events known as pop-up markets are attracting the attention of law enforcement. The unpermitted pop-ups events often have illegal sales of food, alcohol, drugs, and in one case, violence.
Homicide linked to illegal pop-up market on San Jose VTA lot prompts investigation
In the South Bay, a series of underground events known as pop-up markets are attracting the attention of law enforcement. The unpermitted pop-ups events often have illegal sales of food, alcohol, drugs, and in one case, violence. Katie Nielsen reports. (5/4/22)
San Jose Police investigate two different shootings that injured 3 men
San Jose police investigated two separate shootings early Wednesday, according to their social media.
Santa Rosa shooting leaves 1 victim critical
Police in Santa Rosa are investigating a shooting Monday afternoon that left a male victim in critical condition.
Suspect sought in overnight shooting at Union City apartment complex
Police in Union City are searching for a suspect in connection with a shooting at an apartment complex early Monday morning.
Woman accused of armed robberies in Foster City, Redwood City
Police in Foster City have arrested a woman on suspicion of armed robbery, the department announced on Wednesday.
56-year-old man killed in Fairfield shooting identified
Police in Fairfield on Wednesday released the identity of a man who was fatally shot following an apparent argument last week.
Novato Police seek 3 suspects in attack, shooting outside hotel
Police in Novato are searching for three people connected to an attack and shooting of a man in the parking lot of a hotel last week.
Oakland resident wounded after being shot near Lake Merritt
A burglary attempt not far from Lake Merritt resulted in a shooting that injured an Oakland man.
1 Of 2 Brothers Charged In Sacramento Mass Shooting Makes Court Appearance
An alleged gang member with a "life-time commitment to violence" fired at least 28 bullets earlier this month during a mass shooting in California's capital city that left six people dead, prosecutors said.
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S.F. police activity prompts I-280 off-ramp closure
Police activity in San Francisco's Mission Bay/Dogpatch neighborhoods has prompted the closure of an off-ramp from I-280 at Mariposa Street Thursday night.
4 companies fined in worker death at Valero Benicia refinery
Cal OSHA regulators fined a Bay Area refinery and three contractor companies more than $1.75 million for safety violations in the death of a worker who suffocated while trying to clean a well.
Community mourns Filipino restaurant co-owner killed in Oakland shooting
The co-owner of an Oakland Filipino restaurant died from gunfire Wednesday night, the restaurant said on Instagram.
Windy, dry weather raises wildfire risk across Bay Area
Windy and dry conditions pose an increased risk of wildfires Thursday and Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
BART service resumes in East Bay following brush fire
BART service between the Concord and Pleasant Hill BART stations was resumed Thursday evening after service was shut down due to a brush fire burning near the tracks.
CDC clears Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine boosters for children as young as five
The agency also upped its recommendation for second boosters in adults 50 and older, as well as the immunocompromised.
Valley Fair mall workers keep up pressure in fight over parking fees
Workers at Valley Fair Mall kept up the pressure on mall management for free employee parking, holding a rally at the main entrance along Stevens Creek Boulevard on Thursday.
2 arrested, 3rd suspect sought in El Cerrito home invasion
Police arrested two suspects and are searching for a third in connection with a home invasion and shooting in El Cerrito on Wednesday morning.
Business travel to San Francisco seeing post-pandemic recovery
As the San Francisco economic rebound continues, business travel to the city is finally beginning to come back to life.
Filipinos seeing more representation in new films, television
Asians represent seven percent of America's population, but only one percent of characters in children's TV shows, according to Common Sense Media. But that is changing.
Central Valley to get new 350 area code as 209 runs out of numbers
California's Central Valley is getting a new area code -- 350 -- to ensure that enough phone numbers are available in the region currently served by the 209 area code, the California Public Utilities Commission announced Thursday.
Senators target Big Tech's digital advertising machine with new proposal
Google, Facebook's parent Meta, and Amazon could have to spin off chunks of their advertising businesses under Congress's latest bill targeting Big Tech, according to the US senators behind the proposal.
San Jose crews extinguish brush fire at Overfelt Gardens
Fire crews in the South Bay appear to have put out a brush fire that broke out in Overfelt Gardens on McKee Road in San Jose Thursday afternoon.
Anti-abortion activist charged with stalking, harassing SF doctor
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
Homeless Concord man accused of murder during encampment dispute
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office has charged a homeless man in Concord with murder for allegedly intentionally firing a handgun that killed a Walnut Creek resident.
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S.F. police activity prompts I-280 off-ramp closure
Police activity in San Francisco's Mission Bay/Dogpatch neighborhoods has prompted the closure of an off-ramp from I-280 at Mariposa Street Thursday night.
4 companies fined in worker death at Valero Benicia refinery
Cal OSHA regulators fined a Bay Area refinery and three contractor companies more than $1.75 million for safety violations in the death of a worker who suffocated while trying to clean a well.
Community mourns Filipino restaurant co-owner killed in Oakland shooting
The co-owner of an Oakland Filipino restaurant died from gunfire Wednesday night, the restaurant said on Instagram.
Windy, dry weather raises wildfire risk across Bay Area
Windy and dry conditions pose an increased risk of wildfires Thursday and Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
BART service resumes in East Bay following brush fire
BART service between the Concord and Pleasant Hill BART stations was resumed Thursday evening after service was shut down due to a brush fire burning near the tracks.
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S.F. police activity prompts I-280 off-ramp closure
Police activity in San Francisco's Mission Bay/Dogpatch neighborhoods has prompted the closure of an off-ramp from I-280 at Mariposa Street Thursday night.
Business travel to San Francisco seeing post-pandemic recovery
As the San Francisco economic rebound continues, business travel to the city is finally beginning to come back to life.
Anti-abortion activist charged with stalking, harassing SF doctor
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
Grand jury indicts Beverly Hills attorney for alleged fraudulent ADA lawsuit scheme
Beverly Hills attorney Kousha Berokim has been indicted for an alleged scheme demanding monetary settlements from San Francisco businesses and nonprofits to avoid Americans With Disabilities Act lawsuits.
Shooting injures 1 in San Francisco's Mission District
A shooting in San Francisco's Mission District left a 35-year-old man injured early Thursday morning, police said.
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Community mourns Filipino restaurant co-owner killed in Oakland shooting
The co-owner of an Oakland Filipino restaurant died from gunfire Wednesday night, the restaurant said on Instagram.
BART service resumes in East Bay following brush fire
BART service between the Concord and Pleasant Hill BART stations was resumed Thursday evening after service was shut down due to a brush fire burning near the tracks.
2 arrested, 3rd suspect sought in El Cerrito home invasion
Police arrested two suspects and are searching for a third in connection with a home invasion and shooting in El Cerrito on Wednesday morning.
Central Valley to get new 350 area code as 209 runs out of numbers
California's Central Valley is getting a new area code -- 350 -- to ensure that enough phone numbers are available in the region currently served by the 209 area code, the California Public Utilities Commission announced Thursday.
Homeless Concord man accused of murder during encampment dispute
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office has charged a homeless man in Concord with murder for allegedly intentionally firing a handgun that killed a Walnut Creek resident.
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Valley Fair mall workers keep up pressure in fight over parking fees
Workers at Valley Fair Mall kept up the pressure on mall management for free employee parking, holding a rally at the main entrance along Stevens Creek Boulevard on Thursday.
Senators target Big Tech's digital advertising machine with new proposal
Google, Facebook's parent Meta, and Amazon could have to spin off chunks of their advertising businesses under Congress's latest bill targeting Big Tech, according to the US senators behind the proposal.
San Jose crews extinguish brush fire at Overfelt Gardens
Fire crews in the South Bay appear to have put out a brush fire that broke out in Overfelt Gardens on McKee Road in San Jose Thursday afternoon.
San Jose police chief rolls out reform plan in wake of multiple officer scandals
Police Chief Anthony Mata, flanked by other department leaders and San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo, announced on Wednesday changes to department policy that will offer more oversight.
South Bay piano teacher accused of inappropriately touching student
A piano teacher in the South Bay was arrested on suspicion of sexual battery amid allegations of inappropriately touching a student.
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4 companies fined in worker death at Valero Benicia refinery
Cal OSHA regulators fined a Bay Area refinery and three contractor companies more than $1.75 million for safety violations in the death of a worker who suffocated while trying to clean a well.
Healdsburg man sentenced to 8 years for shooting, drug possession
A Healdsburg man was sentenced to eight years in state prison Thursday in connection with two shootings and drug possession, prosecutors said.
Warm temperatures, dry, gusty winds trigger Solano County Red Flag Warning
A weather system passing to the east of the San Francisco Bay Area will whip up winds in the East and North Bay hills late Thursday night, elevating wildfire fears.
1 dead, 2 arrested following robbery, stabbing in Fairfield
Fairfield police arrested a 43-year-old robbery suspect and a 26-year-old murder suspect after police connected their two cases on Monday.
Caught on camera: Arsonist sets fire to Vallejo gourmet market
A beloved gourmet grocery store was heavily damaged in a suspected arson fire early Tuesday morning in downtown Vallejo with the suspected arsonist captured on security video.
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Andrew Wiggins 2-way play captures the limelight In Warriors Game 1 win
After years of being tagged an underachiever, Golden State's Andrew Wiggins has emerged this season as an All-Star, earning a new nickname -- "Two-Way Wiggs"
Curry, Wiggins lead Golden State to a 112-87 opening Western Conference Finals win
Steph Curry scored 21 points, grabbed 12 rebounds and sat out the entire fourth quarter as the Golden State Warriors rolled to a 112-87 victory over the Dallas Mavericks Wednesday night in the opening game of the NBA Western Conference Finals.
Oakland A's fans staying home in droves; Coliseum attendance plummets
All eyes are on the Golden State Warriors as they kick off the Western Conference Finals Wednesday night in San Francisco, while the city the Warriors left behind is also getting some attention for the lack of eyes.
Warriors begin Western Conference Finals amid rising COVID-19 cases in Bay Area
As the Warriors have been making a run in the NBA playoffs, COVID-19 has been making a run in the Bay Area.
Pac-12 scraps football divisions for next season after NCAA paves way
The Pac-12 will now pair the teams with the highest conference winning percentages in its title game after 11 seasons of matching winners of the North and South divisions.
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S.F. police activity prompts I-280 off-ramp closure
Police activity in San Francisco's Mission Bay/Dogpatch neighborhoods has prompted the closure of an off-ramp from I-280 at Mariposa Street Thursday night.
Community mourns Filipino restaurant co-owner killed in Oakland shooting
The co-owner of an Oakland Filipino restaurant died from gunfire Wednesday night, the restaurant said on Instagram.
Fruitvale community mourns Oakland restaurant co-owner killed in shooting
Loved ones are mourning the shocking shooting death of a restaurant owner in Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood. Kenny Choi reports. (5-19-22)
2 arrested, 3rd suspect sought in El Cerrito home invasion
Police arrested two suspects and are searching for a third in connection with a home invasion and shooting in El Cerrito on Wednesday morning.
Homeless Concord man accused of murder during encampment dispute
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office has charged a homeless man in Concord with murder for allegedly intentionally firing a handgun that killed a Walnut Creek resident.
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Central Valley to get new 350 area code as 209 runs out of numbers
California's Central Valley is getting a new area code -- 350 -- to ensure that enough phone numbers are available in the region currently served by the 209 area code, the California Public Utilities Commission announced Thursday.
Senators target Big Tech's digital advertising machine with new proposal
Google, Facebook's parent Meta, and Amazon could have to spin off chunks of their advertising businesses under Congress's latest bill targeting Big Tech, according to the US senators behind the proposal.
NHTSA sends team to probe Tesla crash in California that killed 3
The U.S. government's road safety agency has dispatched a team to investigate the possibility that a Tesla involved in a California crash that killed three people was operating on a partially automated driving system.
Young software developer builds app to preserve Hmong culture
If you want to save an entire culture, well, there is an app for that. Annie Vang taught herself to code with hope of helping a younger generation learn and retain the Hmong language. Ryan Yamamoto reports. (5-17-22)
Congressional hearing on UFOs raises questions but no answers
Wilson Walker talked to local experts who have studied the UFO phenomenon for years and heard two very different reactions. (5-17-22)
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CDC clears Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine boosters for children as young as five
The agency also upped its recommendation for second boosters in adults 50 and older, as well as the immunocompromised.
Business travel to San Francisco seeing post-pandemic recovery
As the San Francisco economic rebound continues, business travel to the city is finally beginning to come back to life.
Anti-abortion activist charged with stalking, harassing SF doctor
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
Warriors begin Western Conference Finals amid rising COVID-19 cases in Bay Area
As the Warriors have been making a run in the NBA playoffs, COVID-19 has been making a run in the Bay Area.
Pandemic healthcare workers suffered mental strains similar to soldiers in combat
For decades upon decades doctors and nurses have been stepping up to fight deadly diseases. But the pandemic took the mental stresses to new levels.
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Anti-abortion activist charged with stalking, harassing SF doctor
An anti-abortion activist has been charged with stalking and harassing a San Francisco doctor, including barging into his workplace and leaving messages on his and his neighbors' homes with false and inflammatory messages, the district attorney's office said Thursday.
Richmond City Council rejects deal for massive development at Point Molate
The Richmond City Council on Tuesday decided against selling Point Molate to a Southern California developer to build a massive development there.
Walnut Creek extends outdoor dining program, seeks to make spaces permanent
The Walnut Creek City Council unanimously voted Tuesday to extend its pandemic-era outdoor dining program into the summer while city officials continue developing a permanent program.
SF Chamber of Commerce poll finds residents think city is going in wrong direction
The San Francisco Chamber of Commerce's new 'City Beat' poll did not paint a pretty picture of how many voters feel about the city.
Santa Clara Fire Department promotes first female battalion chief
The Santa Clara Fire Department announced it had promoted Jenn Panko to battalion chief this week, making her the first female chief officer to serve with the department.
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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.
Newsom urges Democrats to go on the 'counter-offensive' in culture wars
Gov. Gavin Newsom urged Democrats Wednesday to launch a vocal "counter-offensive" to protect rights ranging from abortion to same-sex marriage.
San Francisco LGBTQ Groups Blast Redistricting Plan To Put Tenderloin, SoMa In Separate Districts
As San Francisco is set to redraw its district lines, a coalition of LGBTQ groups on Wednesday blasted a proposed plan that, according to the coalition, would separate LGBTQ communities.
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Filipinos seeing more representation in new films, television
Asians represent seven percent of America's population, but only one percent of characters in children's TV shows, according to Common Sense Media. But that is changing.
With sequel plans, Rob Reiner turns 'Spinal Tap' up to 11
One of the most memorable lines — and Rob Reiner's personal favorite — of "This Is Spinal Tap" goes: "There's a fine line between stupid and clever."
Vangelis, Greek 'Chariots of Fire,' 'Bladerunner' soundtrack composer, dies at 79
Vangelis, the Greek electronic composer who wrote the unforgettable Academy Award-winning score for the film "Chariots of Fire" and music for dozens of other movies, documentaries and TV series, has died at 79.
DJ for Giants, Warriors games breaking barriers
You may not know her name, or recognize her face, but if you have ever been to a local sporting event you likely heard her sound.
'Daughters of the Delta' opens the San Francisco International Arts Festival
Michelle Jacques talks to BR host Jan Mabry about her latest work, 'Daughters of the Delta,' honoring the Louisiana women whose music was the backdrop of the Great Migration, when blacks fled the Jim Crow South. For tickets visit sfiaf.org.
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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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San Francisco sees return of business travel
As the San Francisco economic rebound continues, business travel is finally beginning to come back to life. Max Darrow reports. (5-19-22)
Fruitvale community mourns Oakland restaurant co-owner killed in shooting
Loved ones are mourning the shocking shooting death of a restaurant owner in Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood. Kenny Choi reports. (5-19-22)
AAPI Heritage Month: Filipinos represented in new animated cartoon
For AAPI Heritage Month, Sharon Chin reports on the growing diversity of children's programming and a new series earning praise from many Filipino American families. (5-19-22)
'Mel' awaits new home after a year at La Russa shelter
A dog that has been in Tony La Russa's Animal Rescue for more than a year was feted with an "anti-birthday" party. Juliette Goodrich reports. (5-19-22)
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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.
San Francisco Teacher's Nonprofit Aim High Has Been Hitting the Mark For 36 Years
A San Francisco man is retiring from leading an innovative summer enrichment program he helped create 36 years ago.
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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.
Richmond Scholar Joins Forces With Father To Launch Own Company
Starting a new business is challenging but Eric Manzanares is working from a solid foundation, and that foundation is his family.
NorCal Lawyer Uses Her Own Experiences To Advocate For Foster Children
Lily Colby fought hard for herself and her siblings when they were children growing up in the foster care system. Now she's helping other foster youth find their voices.