Supply Chain Shortages: 10 Things You May Have Trouble Finding In The 2021 Holiday Season
iPhone 13s, gaming consoles, Christmas lights and turkeys have all been caught up in the global snarl.
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Pared-Back Pandemic Feasts Goose Demand for Tiny Turkeys
Across the Bay Area, small turkeys are almost sold out as families and the food industry adjust to downsized Thanksgiving plans during the pandemic.
7.0 Earthquake Strikes Aegean Sea Between Turkey, Greek Island; At Least 14 Dead
A strong earthquake in the Aegean Sea has shaken Turkey and Greece. Several buildings were wrecked in Turkey's western Izmir province, according to officials.
Ornery Oakland Turkey's Foul Behavior Prompts Relocation Effort
A community in Oakland is rallying behind an ornery turkey whose foul behavior is making his days numbered.
San Jose Charity Seeks Thousands Of Turkeys In Annual Drive
With about three weeks until Thanksgiving, a South Bay organization kicked off its holiday program to help families in need.
Pelosi: President Trump Had 'Meltdown' During Meeting On Turkey, Syria
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Wednesday said she and other Democratic leaders witnessed "a meltdown" by President Trump during a meeting on the current conflict between Turkey and Syria.
Walnut Creek Wildlife Hospital Not Taking Turkeys Over Deadly Virus
The Lindsay Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital in Walnut Creek is no longer accepting turkeys after the discovery in a neighboring county of a contagious respiratory infection that is nearly always fatal to birds.
Man Linked To Saudi Prince At Consulate When Writer Vanished
A member of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's entourage during several trips abroad walked into the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul just before writer Jamal Khashoggi vanished there, a surveillance photo leaked Thursday shows.
Police Search Saudi Consul's Home In Khashoggi Case
Turkish crime-scene investigators searched the home of the Saudi consul general in Istanbul on Wednesday in the disappearance of Saudi writer Jamal Khashoggi, and a pro-government newspaper published a gruesome account of the journalist's alleged slaying.
U.S. Pastor Freed From Turkey Prays With Trump in Oval Office
American pastor Andrew Brunson fell to one knee in the Oval Office and placed his hand on President Trump's shoulder in prayer on Saturday after Trump welcomed Brunson to the White House to celebrate his release from nearly two years of confinement in Turkey.
Salmonella Outbreak In 26 States Tied To Raw Turkey
An outbreak of salmonella linked to raw turkey products has sickened at least 90 people across 26 states.
Sweden Admits Famous Swedish Meatballs Are Actually Turkish
In a tweet from the country's official account, Swedish officials announced that the famous meatball recipe was brought to the country 300 years ago by King Charles XII.
Wild Turkey Marks Territory At South San Francisco Police Station
An unusual visitor paid a visit to South San Francisco police Tuesday morning: a wayward turkey.
Trump Transition Knew Flynn Might Register As Foreign Agent
Lawyers for retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn told President Donald Trump's transition team before the inauguration that Flynn might need to register with the government as a foreign agent, but Trump was not aware of the possible move, the White House said Friday.
Dozens Reported Killed In Istanbul Nightclub Attack
An assailant believed to have been dressed in a Santa Claus costume opened fire at a nightclub in Istanbul during New Year's celebrations Saturday, killing at least 35 people and wounding 40 others.
Russian Ambassador To Turkey Assassinated In Ankara
A gunman wearing a suit and tie and shouting "Allahu Akbar" shot and killed Russia's ambassador to Turkey as he gave a speech at a photo exhibition Monday.
Thanksgiving Rush For Turkeys Putting Poultry Workers At Risk
Every year, many of us sit down to a turkey dinner on Thanksgiving Day. But have you ever wondered how that bird made it to the table?
San Jose Nonprofit Short 2,200 Thanksgiving Turkeys For Needy
Staff at Sacred Heart Community Service in San Jose have been providing holiday food boxes to less fortunate families since 1964, but this year they are short 2,200 turkeys.
Wild Turkeys Invade East Bay Neighborhood
Wild turkeys have taken over a neighborhood in Antioch, blocking streets and gobble-gobbling up attention.
8 Dishes To Enjoy While Watching Thanksgiving Football
Need some food to spice up your Thanksgiving football watch party? Look no further!
Davis Dealing With Too Many Wild Turkeys This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is weeks away but the city of Davis is overrun with turkeys. There are so many that city leaders want to send the wild birds packing.
Ornery Wild Turkeys In Davis To Be Relocated, Some Possibly Killed
The Davis City Council has approved a wild turkey management plan that includes trapping and relocating birds - and possibly killing some of the more aggressive ones.
President Erdogan Returns To Turkey, Claims Military Coup Is Faltering
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told the nation Saturday that his government was working to crush a coup attempt after a night of explosions, air battles and gunfire across the capital that left dozens dead and at least 150 people wounded.
Foodie Chap With Chef Jim Modesitt of 'Big Jim's BBQ'
Big Jim Modesitt shares his recipe for Apple-Jalapeño Brined and Hickory Smoked Turkey. Perfect for your holiday table...
5 Tips On How To Carve a Thanksgiving Turkey
VIDEO: Good Day's Ken Rudulph shows you five great "manly" tips on how to cut up a turkey for your Thanksgiving meal
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July 4 abortion rights protests in cities across the Bay Area
Many people skipped their Fourth of July traditions and instead, protested for abortion rights at rallies all across the Bay Area.
Suspect in custody after 6 killed, dozens wounded in mass shooting at Highland Park July 4th parade
Robert "Bobby" Crimo III was arrested after a police chase from North Chicago to Lake Forest. Charges are pending.
Update: Fireworks keep East Bay crews busy with numerous brush fires
Crews in the East Bay had their hands full all day Monday into the night as fireworks were blamed for starting a number of vegetation fires.
4th of July festivities return to East Bay after months of pandemic
Fireworks weren't the only way the Bay Area celebrated this 4th of July. There was a full slate of events and festivities.
Bumgarner, Diamondbacks send Giants to 5th straight loss, 8-3
Madison Bumgarner posted a win against his former team and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat San Francisco 8-3 Monday, handing the Giants their fifth straight loss.
Update: 4 pedestrians at bus stop critically injured in crash near Golden Gate Park
A collision involving pedestrians in San Francisco's Inner Sunset neighborhood has left four people critically injured.
Vogt hits home run, sacrifice fly as A's beat Blue Jays 5-1
Stephen Vogt hit a home run and a sacrifice fly as Oakland Athletics beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1 on Monday night.
Update: Evacuation underway for dozens sheltering from Electra Fire inside PG&E powerhouse
The Amador County Sheriff's Office on Monday night said deputies were evacuating roughly 100 people who were sheltered inside a PG&E powerhouse due to the Electra Fire.
Veterans coping with PTSD suffer through trauma from July 4th fireworks
While thousands gather to enjoy fireworks to celebrate the birth of a nation, thousands of veterans who suffer with post traumatic stress disorder will stay indoors to avoid the fireworks.
July 4 stirs hopes of independence for Bay Area Ukrainian family
A Fulbright scholar visiting from Ukraine with her family planned to return home this month after celebrating Independence Day in the U.S., but now plans to stay another year, grateful for a safe place to live while her home country remains at war.
San Jose set to crack down on illegal fireworks amid extremely dry conditions
The San Jose Fire Department is increasing patrols and visibility on this 4th of July holiday in hopes of preventing fireworks use and fires in the parched, dry hillsides overlooking the city.
UPDATE: Crews contain 2-acre brush fire on Twin Peaks
Fire crews were battling a vegetation fire on Twin Peaks
Child saved, 3 men missing after river rescue attempt near Rio Vista
Three men are missing and presumed dead in the Delta after a child was caught in a river current and they swam out in an attempt to rescue him, authorities said.
1 shot, 1 critically injured by driver during sideshow in Vallejo
Police in Vallejo are investigating two possible sideshow-related incidents after one person was shot and another was hit by a car on Sunday night.
House fire in Daly City neighborhood quickly knocked down
Firefighters quickly knocked down a house fire that broke out in a Daly City neighborhood Monday morning.
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July 4 abortion rights protests in cities across the Bay Area
Many people skipped their Fourth of July traditions and instead, protested for abortion rights at rallies all across the Bay Area.
Update: Fireworks keep East Bay crews busy with numerous brush fires
Crews in the East Bay had their hands full all day Monday into the night as fireworks were blamed for starting a number of vegetation fires.
4th of July festivities return to East Bay after months of pandemic
Fireworks weren't the only way the Bay Area celebrated this 4th of July. There was a full slate of events and festivities.
Update: 4 pedestrians at bus stop critically injured in crash near Golden Gate Park
A collision involving pedestrians in San Francisco's Inner Sunset neighborhood has left four people critically injured.
Suspect in custody after 6 killed, dozens wounded in mass shooting at Highland Park July 4th parade
Robert "Bobby" Crimo III was arrested after a police chase from North Chicago to Lake Forest. Charges are pending.
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Update: 4 pedestrians at bus stop critically injured in crash near Golden Gate Park
A collision involving pedestrians in San Francisco's Inner Sunset neighborhood has left four people critically injured.
Veterans coping with PTSD suffer through trauma from July 4th fireworks
While thousands gather to enjoy fireworks to celebrate the birth of a nation, thousands of veterans who suffer with post traumatic stress disorder will stay indoors to avoid the fireworks.
UPDATE: Crews contain 2-acre brush fire on Twin Peaks
Fire crews were battling a vegetation fire on Twin Peaks
House fire in Daly City neighborhood quickly knocked down
Firefighters quickly knocked down a house fire that broke out in a Daly City neighborhood Monday morning.
First responders attempt cliff rescue in Daly City
First responders attempted a cliff rescue in Daly City Monday morning, according to local fire officials.
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Update: Fireworks keep East Bay crews busy with numerous brush fires
Crews in the East Bay had their hands full all day Monday into the night as fireworks were blamed for starting a number of vegetation fires.
4th of July festivities return to East Bay after months of pandemic
Fireworks weren't the only way the Bay Area celebrated this 4th of July. There was a full slate of events and festivities.
Vogt hits home run, sacrifice fly as A's beat Blue Jays 5-1
Stephen Vogt hit a home run and a sacrifice fly as Oakland Athletics beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1 on Monday night.
Child saved, 3 men missing after river rescue attempt near Rio Vista
Three men are missing and presumed dead in the Delta after a child was caught in a river current and they swam out in an attempt to rescue him, authorities said.
Motorcyclist dies in crash on I-580 in Oakland
A motorcyclist died early Monday in a collision on Interstate Highway 580 in Oakland, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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San Jose set to crack down on illegal fireworks amid extremely dry conditions
The San Jose Fire Department is increasing patrols and visibility on this 4th of July holiday in hopes of preventing fireworks use and fires in the parched, dry hillsides overlooking the city.
Motorcyclist killed after running red light is San Jose's 36th fatal crash
Police said they're investigating the death of a motorcyclist who died after running a red light back in June.
San Jose teen arrested for ghost gun possession during fireworks crackdown
A teenager in San Jose was arrested for allegedly possessing a "ghost gun" while officers were conducting a fireworks enforcement operation during the July 4 holiday weekend.
San Jose eating champ Joey Chestnut wins 15th Nathan's Hot Dog crown
Frankfurter-munching phenom Joey "Jaws" Chestnut gobbled his way to a 15th win Monday at the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, powering down 63 hot dogs and buns at the annual exhibition of excess.
San Jose police break up sideshow; 7 arrested, hundreds cited
Police in San Jose responded to sideshow activity late Saturday night that resulted in seven arrests on various weapons charges, five impounded cars and hundreds of citations being issued.
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1 shot, 1 critically injured by driver during sideshow in Vallejo
Police in Vallejo are investigating two possible sideshow-related incidents after one person was shot and another was hit by a car on Sunday night.
Light plane crashes into airport hangar in Petaluma
A plane crashed into a hangar Sunday night at Petaluma Municipal Airport.
World War II explosives found in Petaluma home
World War II explosives were found at a west Petaluma residence on Saturday, the Petaluma police department announced.
Suspect jailed in series of Napa County burglaries
Detectives arrested a man wanted for a series of burglaries in Napa County, the sheriff's office
Arson suspect arrested in Colusa County for fire that burned 2 homes
A Colusa County man has been arrested on suspicion of causing a fire that destroyed a mobile home and damaged another residence and two sheds Thursday, Cal Fire officials said.
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Bumgarner, Diamondbacks send Giants to 5th straight loss, 8-3
Madison Bumgarner posted a win against his former team and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat San Francisco 8-3 Monday, handing the Giants their fifth straight loss.
Vogt hits home run, sacrifice fly as A's beat Blue Jays 5-1
Stephen Vogt hit a home run and a sacrifice fly as Oakland Athletics beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1 on Monday night.
San Jose eating champ Joey Chestnut wins 15th Nathan's Hot Dog crown
Frankfurter-munching phenom Joey "Jaws" Chestnut gobbled his way to a 15th win Monday at the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, powering down 63 hot dogs and buns at the annual exhibition of excess.
White Sox trounce Giants 13-4, complete sweep
The Chicago White Sox beat the San Francisco Giants 13-4 on Sunday and completed a three-game sweep.
Rodríguez homers on Montas' 1st pitch, Mariners edge A's 2-1
Julio Rodríguez homered on Frankie Montas' first pitch and drove in both runs and the Mariners beat Oakland 2-1 on Sunday to deal the A's their 25th loss in 31 games.
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Suspect in custody after 6 killed, dozens wounded in mass shooting at Highland Park July 4th parade
Robert "Bobby" Crimo III was arrested after a police chase from North Chicago to Lake Forest. Charges are pending.
San Jose set to crack down on illegal fireworks amid extremely dry conditions
The San Jose Fire Department is increasing patrols and visibility on this 4th of July holiday in hopes of preventing fireworks use and fires in the parched, dry hillsides overlooking the city.
1 shot, 1 critically injured by driver during sideshow in Vallejo
Police in Vallejo are investigating two possible sideshow-related incidents after one person was shot and another was hit by a car on Sunday night.
Motorcyclist killed after running red light is San Jose's 36th fatal crash
Police said they're investigating the death of a motorcyclist who died after running a red light back in June.
Motorcyclist dies in crash on I-580 in Oakland
A motorcyclist died early Monday in a collision on Interstate Highway 580 in Oakland, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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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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California women brace for feared rollback of abortion access
Sales of morning-after pills in the Golden State spiked right after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade even though access to abortion in California hadn't changed.
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.
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July 4 abortion rights protests in cities across the Bay Area
Many people skipped their Fourth of July traditions and instead, protested for abortion rights at rallies all across the Bay Area.
July 4 stirs hopes of independence for Bay Area Ukrainian family
A Fulbright scholar visiting from Ukraine with her family planned to return home this month after celebrating Independence Day in the U.S., but now plans to stay another year, grateful for a safe place to live while her home country remains at war.
SCOTUS ruling on EPA puts new focus on states' power
The U.S. Supreme Court limited the power of the federal government to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from existing power plants. But its ruling didn't touch the power of the states.
Cheney says Jan. 6 committee could make criminal referral for Trump
Committee members say new information is coming to light following Cassidy Hutchinson's testimony.
CoCo County school board member calls for 4th of July boycott
While many are getting ready to fire up the grill or attend a parade Monday, some people plan to boycott Fourth of July celebrations to protest the Supreme Court's decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
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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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'90 alt-rock favorites Failure return to Great American
Reunited '90s alternative-rock band Failure plays songs from their latest album 'Wild Type Droid' Thursday night when they return to the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco.
Geographer, Cold War Kids bring indie-rock to Stern Grove Sunday
The Stern Grove music festival returns with its eclectic lineup of musicians this Sunday, with performers Geographer and Cold War Kids both having Bay Area ties.
Where to Find Bay Area July 4th Parades And Fireworks Shows
Some July 4th festivities across the Bay Area will be returning for the first time in two years since the pandemic began this holiday, celebrating with parades, festivals and fireworks shows.
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.
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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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4th of July sparks abortion rights rallies in Bay Area, across the country
Some people in the Bay Area and across the country celebrated the 4th of July at abortion rights rallies. Betty Yu talked to some of them.
Fog steals the show at San Francisco's 4th of July fireworks display
The fog stole the show at San Francisco's 4th of July show. Sara Donchey talked to disappointed revelers along the waterfront.
East bay cities hold first 4th of July celebrations since pandemic
A number of East Bay cities held their first 4th of July celebrations since the start of the pandemic. Andrea Nakano reports.
SF Fire department gets its youngest recruit on July 4
As firefighters were at the scene of a blaze in San Francisco on July 4, children stopped by to get a picture and a lesson on fire safety. KPIX 5 photojournalist Richard Villaroman got the story.
San Jose 4th of July parade a celebration of city's rich diversity
The Fourth of July in San Jose was a celebration of diversity. Kiet Do takes us to the 'Red, White and Blue' parade.
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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.