Badosa beats Coco Gauff to reach Silicon Valley Classic semifinal
Second-seeded Paula Badosa beat Coco Gauff 7-6(4), 6-2 on Friday at the Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic to reach her fourth semifinal of the year.
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Stinky 'corpse flower' set to bloom at San Jose State University
The rare, smelly tropical plant known as the "corpse flower" is set to bloom for the first time ever in Silicon Valley on the grounds of San Jose State University.
Bay Area reacts to shocking assassination of Shinzo Abe
The assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe shocked those who followed his career in the Bay Area.
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.
Twitter fires 2 executives, adding to Musk buyout turmoil
In the latest sign of turmoil inside Twitter amid Elon Musk's planned buyout of the company, the company has fired two senior executives. Sara Donchey reports. (5-12-22)
Nvidia fined $5.5M by SEC over failing to disclose cryptomining
Cryptocurrencies are extremely volatile and the U.S Securities and Exchange Commission said Friday that the Santa Clara company did not disclose to investors in 2018 the potential future risks of such sales.
Mountain View-based Intuit to pay $141M settlement over 'free' TurboTax ads
The Bay Area company behind the TurboTax tax-filing program will pay $141 million to customers across the United States who were deceived by misleading promises of free tax-filing services.
Mark Zuckerberg net worth up $11B in single day after Meta stock soars
Nearly two months after losing his spot among the world's 10 richest rich people, Mark Zuckerberg is clawing his way back.
High-Speed Rail between San Jose, Central Valley receives final EIR certification
High-speed rail between San Jose and the Central Valley took a step closer to becoming reality after the final environmental impact report was certified Thursday.
Downtown Redwood City Sees Boost As Startup Grind Tech Conference Returns
The Startup Grind Global Conference returned to the Fox Theatre in Redwood City this week, bringing a badly needed boost to the city's downtown.
Gilroy Probes Environmental Impact Of Proposed Amazon Data Center
The City of Gilroy is soliciting bids in order to determine the environmental impact of Amazon's Gilroy Data Center, or GDC, one of two major projects the tech giant is pushing forward in the South Bay.
Lapsus$ Emerges From Dark Shadows Of Web; Targeting Silicon Valley Tech Giants
Lurking in the dark corners of the web, a hacker group known as Lapsus$ has targeted some major San Francisco Bay Area tech companies and has become the focus of an international manhunt by the FBI.
NFT Frenzy: Silicon Valley's Latest 'Unicorn' Is a Bored Ape
Venture capital firms are pouring money into NFT startups, turning startups into billion-dollar companies — known in Silicon Valley as "unicorns" — virtually overnight in an investment frenzy that recalls the 1990s dot-com boom.
Ex-HP Executive Pleads Guilty To Defrauding Silicon Valley Company Out Of $5 Million
A former executive with HP, Inc. pleaded guilty Wednesday to stealing some $5 million from the Silicon Valley computer company and using it to buy luxury cars, jewelry and watches, federal prosecutors said.
Prosecutors: Elizabeth Holmes, Sunny Balwani 'Were Partners' In Theranos Fraud Scheme
A federal prosecutor drove his message home repeatedly to jurors Tuesday that convicted fraudster Elizabeth Holmes and her accused co-conspirator Sunny Balwani were partners in spreading "rosy falsehoods" about the capabilities of the blood testing software developed by their failed Theranos startup.
New Ride-Hailing Service In Bay Area Takes Aim At Uber, Lyft
While Bay Area-based Uber and Lyft have dominated the rideshare industry, a new service launching in parts of the Bay Area hopes to poach not only passengers but drivers as well.
Jury Selection Begins In Trial Of Therano's Ramesh 'Sunny' Balwani; Will Elizabeth Holmes Testify
Jury selection was set begin Wednesday in the federal fraud trial of former Theranos President Ramesh "Sunny" Balwani, but the biggest question in the case will be answered in the coming days -- Will convicted cofounder Elizabeth Holmes take the stand to testify against her ex-lover.
Silicon Valley Firms Ramp Up Efforts To Return Workers To Office
More companies in Silicon Valley are calling employees back to the office, but not all at once.
Theranos Round 2: Trial Of Sunny Balwani Set To Begin Next Week
The trial of Ramesh "Sunny" Balwani related to the infamous blood testing company Theranos will get underway next week, with jury selection set to begin next Wednesday.
Silicon Valley Billionaire Peter Thiel Leaving Board Of Facebook Parent Meta
Peter Thiel, a Silicon Valley billionaire and advisor to former President Donald Trump, is leaving the board of directors of Facebook parent company Meta.
Guilty Verdicts for Elizabeth Holmes Could Impact Other Silicon Valley Start-Ups
The implosion of Elizabeth Holmes's company Theranos coupled with this week's guilty verdict in her federal fraud trial has sent shockwaves through Silicon Valley.
Jury In Holmes Trial Continues Deliberating After Closed-Door Meeting
Following a surprise closed-door meeting, the jury deliberating fraud charges against former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes continued Wednesday.
COVID: Intel Tells Unvaccinated Employees They Face Unpaid Leave As Deadline Approaches
Intel has told workers that unvaccinated people who don't get an exemption for religious or medical reasons will be on unpaid leave beginning in April.
Former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes Fraud Trial Heads To Jury
Jury deliberations in the trial of former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes will begin Monday after closing arguments wrapped up and the case was presented to the jury on Friday.
Prosecution: Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes Chose Deception In Face Of Fiscal Failure
As Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes looked on from the defense table, federal prosecutors methodically rattled of a list of deceptions Thursday she allegedly deployed to defraud investigators of millions of dollars and misled patients who were relying on her company's blood testing technology to detect life-threatening illnesses.
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Man shot dead outside Sherwood Mall in Stockton
A man was fatally shot Thursday in Stockton near the Sherwood Mall in Stockton following a disturbance at a bank and the gunman remained at large, police said.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
SF monkeypox patient urges new prevention messaging beyond STD approach
A San Francisco resident came out of isolation this week after he says he got monkeypox from a quick interaction with a friend in public, saying he wants this case to bring more attention to the outbreak in general but also that the virus can spread beyond sexual contact with partners.
Pescadero school set to begin another year of relying on bottled drinking water
At Pescadero High School, no one takes clean drinking water for granted. That's because the high school itself and the district office next door has had to rely on bottled water for drinking and cooking for years.
Legionnaires' disease outbreak traced to two more Napa County sites
An outbreak in Napa County of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease has been traced to two more sites, county health officials said Thursday.
Treasure Island housing gives domestic abuse survivors second chance
Domestic violence survivors are unlocking hope in their new homes, in what's believed to be a first-of-its-kind housing program in California.
Newsom proposes billions to boost California water recycling, desalination
California should invest tens of billions of dollars in water recycling, storage and desalination over the next two decades to shore up its supply as the state gets drier and hotter, Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a proposal released Thursday.
Man rescued after falling into open manhole in Morgan Hill neighborhood
Crews rescued a man from an open manhole in a Morgan Hill neighborhood Thursday after he fell in, authorities said.
Man sentenced to 30 years to life for shooting brother-in-law in Rohnert Park
A 76-year-old Nevada man received the maximum sentence Thursday after shooting his brother-in-law in Rohnert Park in late 2020 while wearing a Donald Trump face mask and a Santa disguise, prosecutors said.
Longtime family friends in Marshall rally behind Trey Lance and Niners
In the tight-knit town of Marshall, Minnesota, it isn't hard to find families like the Klaith's and the Polejewski's, who are proud to show off their 49ers jerseys
Giants mourn passing of Cristin Coleman, wife of former pitcher Tim Lincecum
The San Francisco Giants on Thursday mourned the loss of Cristin Coleman, wife of former pitcher Tim Lincecum, who passed away after battling breast cancer.
Santa Clara issues traffic advisory ahead of 49ers-Packers pre-season game Friday
Officials in Santa Clara have issued a traffic advisory for area residents and people traveling to and from Levi's Stadium for the 49ers-Packers pre-season football game Friday.
Police: Marshawn Lynch asleep, car damaged before suspected DUI arrest in Vegas
Former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch was asleep and smelled of alcohol when Las Vegas police found him in his damaged sports car and arrested him on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, according to an arrest report.
Will Scott Peterson get a new trial? Closing arguments begin in San Mateo County courtroom
Convicted killer Scott Peterson returned to a San Mateo County courtroom Thursday for closing arguments in his plea for a new trial in the 2002 Christmas Eve murder of his pregnant wife, Laci, and unborn son Connor.
Newsom names former LA mayor and rival as California 'infrastructure czar'
Gov. Newsom on Thursday appointed one-time nemesis and rival Antonio Villaraigosa, the former Los Angeles mayor, to a new post helping steer federal dollars to road, port and transit projects.
SFUSD votes to officially recognize Eid district wide
The San Francisco Board of Education voted this week to acknowledge two Muslim holidays, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, as official school holidays.
French Bulldogs pups stolen from same Mountain View home in separate instances
Police in Mountain View on Thursday asked for the public's help in locating three French Bulldog puppies who were all stolen from the same home in recent weeks.
Santa Clara County reopens applications for $2,500 microbusiness grants
Small businesses in Santa Clara County can apply for grants of up to $2,500 if they have been negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic after the county reopened its microbusiness grant program.
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Man shot dead outside Sherwood Mall in Stockton
A man was fatally shot Thursday in Stockton near the Sherwood Mall in Stockton following a disturbance at a bank and the gunman remained at large, police said.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
SF monkeypox patient urges new prevention messaging beyond STD approach
A San Francisco resident came out of isolation this week after he says he got monkeypox from a quick interaction with a friend in public, saying he wants this case to bring more attention to the outbreak in general but also that the virus can spread beyond sexual contact with partners.
Pescadero school set to begin another year of relying on bottled drinking water
At Pescadero High School, no one takes clean drinking water for granted. That's because the high school itself and the district office next door has had to rely on bottled water for drinking and cooking for years.
Legionnaires' disease outbreak traced to two more Napa County sites
An outbreak in Napa County of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease has been traced to two more sites, county health officials said Thursday.
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SF monkeypox patient urges new prevention messaging beyond STD approach
A San Francisco resident came out of isolation this week after he says he got monkeypox from a quick interaction with a friend in public, saying he wants this case to bring more attention to the outbreak in general but also that the virus can spread beyond sexual contact with partners.
Pescadero school set to begin another year of relying on bottled drinking water
At Pescadero High School, no one takes clean drinking water for granted. That's because the high school itself and the district office next door has had to rely on bottled water for drinking and cooking for years.
Treasure Island housing gives domestic abuse survivors second chance
Domestic violence survivors are unlocking hope in their new homes, in what's believed to be a first-of-its-kind housing program in California.
SFUSD votes to officially recognize Eid district wide
The San Francisco Board of Education voted this week to acknowledge two Muslim holidays, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, as official school holidays.
French Bulldogs pups stolen from same Mountain View home in separate instances
Police in Mountain View on Thursday asked for the public's help in locating three French Bulldog puppies who were all stolen from the same home in recent weeks.
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Man shot dead outside Sherwood Mall in Stockton
A man was fatally shot Thursday in Stockton near the Sherwood Mall in Stockton following a disturbance at a bank and the gunman remained at large, police said.
Pedestrian on Interstate 880 offramp in Fremont killed in hit-and-run collision
A pedestrian died in a hit-and-run collision early Thursday morning in south Fremont, California Highway Patrol officials said.
San Leandro police pursuit leads to weapons charge arrest; gun and marijuana seized
Police in San Leandro arrested a suspect on a gun charge after he led officers on a chase and threw a handgun out of his vehicle window during the pursuit.
Update: 2 detained after Brentwood 24 Hour Fitness shooting kills 1, injures 3
An early morning altercation inside a Brentwood 24 Hour Fitness center spilled over to the parking lot Thursday, ending in a gunfight that left a man dead and three others injured. Police detained two people in the investigation.
Oakland school board confronted over incident at shuttered Parker Elementary
The Oakland School Board got an earful at its meeting Wednesday night, as parents confronted board members about last week's altercation at the recently shuttered Parker Elementary School.
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Man rescued after falling into open manhole in Morgan Hill neighborhood
Crews rescued a man from an open manhole in a Morgan Hill neighborhood Thursday after he fell in, authorities said.
Santa Clara issues traffic advisory ahead of 49ers-Packers pre-season game Friday
Officials in Santa Clara have issued a traffic advisory for area residents and people traveling to and from Levi's Stadium for the 49ers-Packers pre-season football game Friday.
Santa Clara County reopens applications for $2,500 microbusiness grants
Small businesses in Santa Clara County can apply for grants of up to $2,500 if they have been negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic after the county reopened its microbusiness grant program.
Update: firefighter hurt in 2-alarm fire at San Jose Japantown building
One firefighter was injured Thursday in a two-alarm fire at a commercial building in San Jose's Japantown, authorities said.
Milpitas sex offender allegedly used alcohol, social media to lure teenager
A 51-year-old Milpitas man has been arrested for allegedly using alcohol and social media to lure a 15-year-old into a sexual relationship
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Legionnaires' disease outbreak traced to two more Napa County sites
An outbreak in Napa County of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease has been traced to two more sites, county health officials said Thursday.
Man sentenced to 30 years to life for shooting brother-in-law in Rohnert Park
A 76-year-old Nevada man received the maximum sentence Thursday after shooting his brother-in-law in Rohnert Park in late 2020 while wearing a Donald Trump face mask and a Santa disguise, prosecutors said.
New study shows bike lane on Richmond-San Rafael bridge is underused
Currently, a lane on the Richmond-San Rafael bridge is cordoned off for bicycle and pedestrian use, but new data points to this path being severely underused.
Sentencing set for Napa naturopathic doctor who sold fake vaccine cards
A North Bay naturopathic doctor charged with selling fake COVID-19 immunization treatments and fraudulent vaccination cards will be sentenced in November.
Delivery truck plows into multiple vehicles on Highway 12 in Santa Rosa; 1 dead
One person died after a delivery truck crashed into the back of a vehicle and then struck four other vehicles on state Highway 12 in Santa Rosa on Wednesday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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Longtime family friends in Marshall rally behind Trey Lance and Niners
In the tight-knit town of Marshall, Minnesota, it isn't hard to find families like the Klaith's and the Polejewski's, who are proud to show off their 49ers jerseys
Giants mourn passing of Cristin Coleman, wife of former pitcher Tim Lincecum
The San Francisco Giants on Thursday mourned the loss of Cristin Coleman, wife of former pitcher Tim Lincecum, who passed away after battling breast cancer.
Santa Clara issues traffic advisory ahead of 49ers-Packers pre-season game Friday
Officials in Santa Clara have issued a traffic advisory for area residents and people traveling to and from Levi's Stadium for the 49ers-Packers pre-season football game Friday.
Police: Marshawn Lynch asleep, car damaged before suspected DUI arrest in Vegas
Former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch was asleep and smelled of alcohol when Las Vegas police found him in his damaged sports car and arrested him on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, according to an arrest report.
Trey Lance's hometown set to cheer him on as 49ers starting QB
As the 49ers usher in a new chapter with Trey Lance as their starting quarterback, people from his rural Minnesota hometown are sharing with the Bay Area how proud they are of him.
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Man shot dead outside Sherwood Mall in Stockton
A man was fatally shot Thursday in Stockton near the Sherwood Mall in Stockton following a disturbance at a bank and the gunman remained at large, police said.
Man sentenced to 30 years to life for shooting brother-in-law in Rohnert Park
A 76-year-old Nevada man received the maximum sentence Thursday after shooting his brother-in-law in Rohnert Park in late 2020 while wearing a Donald Trump face mask and a Santa disguise, prosecutors said.
Police: Marshawn Lynch asleep, car damaged before suspected DUI arrest in Vegas
Former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch was asleep and smelled of alcohol when Las Vegas police found him in his damaged sports car and arrested him on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, according to an arrest report.
Will Scott Peterson get a new trial? Closing arguments begin in San Mateo County courtroom
Convicted killer Scott Peterson returned to a San Mateo County courtroom Thursday for closing arguments in his plea for a new trial in the 2002 Christmas Eve murder of his pregnant wife, Laci, and unborn son Connor.
French Bulldogs pups stolen from same Mountain View home in separate instances
Police in Mountain View on Thursday asked for the public's help in locating three French Bulldog puppies who were all stolen from the same home in recent weeks.
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Elon Musk sells $7B in Tesla shares ahead of court battle with Twitter
Elon Musk has sold nearly $7 billion worth of shares in Tesla as the billionaire gets his finances in order ahead of his court battle with Twitter.
Police obtain Facebook DMs between Nebraska teen, mom facing charges for abortion
A Nebraska mother and her teenage daughter are facing criminal charges following the teen's abortion in April in a case where police obtained their Facebook messages about the abortion through a search warrant, according to published reports.
Ex-Twitter employee found guilty of spying for Saudi Arabia
A former Twitter employee has been convicted of failing to register as an agent for Saudi Arabia and other charges after accessing private data on users critical of the kingdom's government.
Online prices fall for the first time in two years
Drop in online prices, driven by discounts on electronics and apparel, raises hopes inflation may be turning the corner.
San Jose State to offer 5 online undergrad degree programs in 2023
Starting next year, San Jose State University will offer students the ability to earn online degrees in five undergraduate majors.
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SF monkeypox patient urges new prevention messaging beyond STD approach
A San Francisco resident came out of isolation this week after he says he got monkeypox from a quick interaction with a friend in public, saying he wants this case to bring more attention to the outbreak in general but also that the virus can spread beyond sexual contact with partners.
Legionnaires' disease outbreak traced to two more Napa County sites
An outbreak in Napa County of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease has been traced to two more sites, county health officials said Thursday.
CDC updates its COVID-19 guidelines in sweeping overhaul
The agency says the new revisions acknowledge "the pandemic is not over" but should not disrupt daily life as much as it used to.
Backers of safe injection sites say bill on Newsom's desk would provide hope, refuge
As a bill that would legalize safe injection sites heads to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, an addict opens up to KPIX 5 about his struggle and why he says the sites would save lives.
Sentencing set for Napa naturopathic doctor who sold fake vaccine cards
A North Bay naturopathic doctor charged with selling fake COVID-19 immunization treatments and fraudulent vaccination cards will be sentenced in November.
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DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Newsom proposes billions to boost California water recycling, desalination
California should invest tens of billions of dollars in water recycling, storage and desalination over the next two decades to shore up its supply as the state gets drier and hotter, Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a proposal released Thursday.
Newsom names former LA mayor and rival as California 'infrastructure czar'
Gov. Newsom on Thursday appointed one-time nemesis and rival Antonio Villaraigosa, the former Los Angeles mayor, to a new post helping steer federal dollars to road, port and transit projects.
SFUSD votes to officially recognize Eid district wide
The San Francisco Board of Education voted this week to acknowledge two Muslim holidays, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, as official school holidays.
San Francisco immigration consulting business faces new crackdown
A San Francisco immigration consulting business that had been previously ordered to shut down after claims of defrauding clients is facing a new crackdown by the city attorney's office.
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Update: San Francisco receiving over 10,000 monkeypox vaccine doses
While many San Francisco residents have struggled to get the monkeypox vaccine this week. health officials shared good news early Friday evening.
San Lorenzo Library combats hateful incident with Pride initiative
A month after a group of men associated with a right-wing hate group disrupted a drag queen storytelling event, the San Lorenzo Library is responding with a show of community strength and support.
Transgender community, supporters protest Dave Chappelle show in Santa Rosa
Transgender people and their allies are enraged over a decision to book Dave Chappelle, for four shows beginning Tuesday night, at the Luther Burbank Center in Santa Rosa.
Santa Clara County expands eligibility of monkeypox vaccine; supplies still limited
As cases of monkeypox continue to rise in the Bay Area, health officials in Santa Clara County have expanded eligibility of the vaccine after receiving several hundred doses.
LGBTQ+ activists demand better response to monkeypox outbreak
The number of monkeypox cases is increasing in the Bay Area and nationwide prompting a call for action from members of the gay community.
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Garage-rock festival hosts wild weekend party in Oakland
The beloved Bay Area garage-rock celebration Bargain Rock returns to action this weekend, hosting its three-day punk party at Classic Cars West in Oakland.
Night market revitalizes public space in East San Jose
A new neighborhood night market is bringing people back to a once neglected part of San Jose.
Motown legend Lamont Dozier dead at 81
Over a four-year period, 1963-67, Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian and Eddie Holland crafted more than 25 top 10 songs.
Olivia Newton-John was fierce advocate for cancer research, education, early detection
Olivia Newton-John is being remembered as an outspoken supporter of cancer research, education and early detection of the disease that claimed her life.
San Jose heavyweights headline Bottom of the Hill barbecue
Laying down their hard-swinging style of blues-tinged heavy rock for the past 15 years, San Jose-based quartet ZED headlines this Sunday afternoon barbecue at the Bottom of the Hill.
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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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New Niners starting QB hailed as hometown hero
The 49ers believe Trey Lance is ready to be a star on the field but folks back in his Minnesota hometown say he's special for what he'll do off the field. Max Darrow reports. (8-11-22)
Coastside school forced to rely on bottled drinking water
At Pescadero High School, no one takes clean drinking water for granted anymore. The school has had to rely on bottled water for drinking and cooking since 2015. Len Ramirez reports. (8-11-22)
Treasure Island housing gives domestic abuse survivors second chance
Domestic violence survivors are getting a a second chance at life through a first-of-its-kind housing program here in California. Sharon Chin reports. (8-11-22)
Talking COVID: As students return, cases will rise
Dr. John Swartzberg, a U.C. Berkeley infectious disease expert, discusses the latest CDC guidelines on COVID-19 with Ryan Yamamoto. (8-11-22)
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San Jose woman's nonprofit gives foster youth path to academic success
Nationwide, about half of all foster kids drop out of high school and fewer than 3% make it through four years of college. A Bay Area woman is helping reverse that trend in the lives of hundreds of Bay Area young people every year.
Oakland man drives disaster preparedness message with educational program
He's unofficially known as a "go-to" person if you need to know anything about disaster preparedness at home.
South Bay man leads nonprofit to provide affordable healthcare to thousands
For more than 36 years, Reymundo Espinoza has led an effort to expand affordable health care for some of the poorest people living in the South Bay.
Peninsula woman receives national award for fighting childhood poverty globally
Peninsula resident Delfarib Fanaie won the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award for service to local communities thanks to her efforts fighting childhood poverty.
Woman's nonprofit help provide space for fellow artists in SF Hunters Point
A San Francisco woman has helped keep alive a vibrant art community in the Hunters Point Shipyard neighborhood.
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Medical student yearning to give back to community that helped shape her
Giving back to others should be a priority for all of us. It is for Jennifer Juarez Yoc, who looks to faith and family as inspiration to serve others.
Leaning on past experiences, Oakland scholar leads the way for workers' rights
Sharit Cárdenas López spent their childhood watching their mother struggle to support a family on less than what many of us spend on luxuries every year.
Onetime scholar, Oakland native overcomes childhood trauma to thrive in business, politics
In 2019, the CDC reported that 60 percent of adults have experienced at least one incident of significant childhood trauma. Bianca Yarborough is one of those adults, but she's turning that pain into positive motivation for helping others.
Bay Area musician taking his Colombian musical roots to Hollywood
Alex Arango is using his musical talents to tell his personal story and honor his cultural heritage. So when you hear him play, it's hard to believe Arango couldn't read music when he joined his high school's band.
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.