Walmart apologizes for Juneteenth ice cream after backlash
Critics described the ice cream as a "problematic" attempt to cash in on the holiday commemorating the end of U.S. slavery.
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California Sues Walmart Over Alleged Improper Hazardous Waste Disposal
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Monday that the state has filed a lawsuit against Walmart over allegations that it has improperly disposed of hazardous waste.
The Ultimate Guide To Black Friday 2021
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COVID: Walmart, Trader Joe's and Costco Drop Mask Requirements for Vaccinated Customers
Shoppers who are vaccinated against COVID-19 can shop without masks in some Walmart, Sam's Club and Costco locations as well as at Trader Joe's, the companies said in separate announcements Friday.
Trump Says He Has Approved TikTok Sale to Silicon Valley Tech Giant Oracle
President Trump said Saturday he has approved a deal between TikTok's parent company ByteDance and Oracle, temporarily averting a ban on TikTok in U.S. app stores.
Target Joins Walmart In Closing Stores On Thanksgiving Day Before 'Black Friday'
Target is joining Walmart in closing its stores on Thanksgiving Day, ending a decadelong tradition of jump-starting Black Friday door buster sales.
Red Bluff Walmart Shooter Identified As Disgruntled Former Employee Louis Lane
The gunman who crashed his SUV into a Walmart distribution and the opened fire with a semi-automatic rifle in a deadly shooting spree has been identified as Louis Lane, who had been fired by the company in 2019 after failing to show up for his work shift, according to the Tehama County Sheriff's Department.
2 Dead, 4 Wounded in Shooting at Walmart Distribution Center Near Red Bluff
Two people were left dead and at least four people were in fair condition at a hospital Saturday after a man drove into a Walmart distribution center outside Red Bluff and started shooting at people.
Family Demands Justice for Black Man Shot Dead by Police at San Leandro Walmart
Steven Taylor was shot and killed by police two months ago at a San Leandro Walmart and his family says his death was murder and they're demanding that charges be filed against the officers involved.
VIDEO: Man's Shopping Trip To Vacaville Walmart Ends With Alleged Racial Profiling
A Vacaville man claims his recent shopping trip to Walmart ended in him being racially profiled and eventually told to leave or get arrested for trespassing.
Roving Looters Leave San Leandro Walmart Ransacked And Smoldering
Looters smashed their way into the San Leandro Walmart store late Sunday night, shattering windows, stripping shelves, toppling displays and apparently igniting a fire.
Napa Man Police Shot, Killed After Walmart Burglary Wanted To Commit 'Suicide By Cop'
Brandan Nylander, 24, of Napa, apparently intended to commit "suicide by cop" following a burglary last month at a Walmart store, Napa County sheriff's officials said.
Autopsy Reveals Police Killed Man Armed Baseball Bat At Walmart With One Shot To Chest
An autopsy has determined that a baseball-bat wielding man who was fatally shot by police inside a Walmart store in San Leandro on Saturday died from a single gunshot wound to his chest.
Baseball Bat-Wielding Man Fatally Shot By San Leandro Police Saturday Identified
A man who was fatally shot by a police officer after he allegedly was wielding a baseball bat inside a Walmart store in San Leandro on Saturday afternoon has been identified by the Alameda County coroner's bureau as 33-year-old Steven Demarco Taylor.
Police Shoot, Kill Man Waving A Baseball Bat At Walmart In San Leandro
Police were investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting at Walmart in San Leandro.
Coronavirus Pandemic: Essential Workers Risking Their Lives Explore Legal Rights
As the number of coronavirus-related employee deaths grow, so does the anxiety among essential workers. Several employees say they don't have enough protective gear and are exploring legal action.
Woman Arrested For Setting Off Smoke Bomb In Milpitas Walmart Store
Police announced the arrest of a woman who allegedly set off a smoke bomb in a Walmart store last year.
Vallejo Police Arrest Suspect In Walmart Parking Lot Shooting
Vallejo police arrested a suspect Wednesday in the shooting of a 20-year-old man in a vehicle in a Walmart parking lot last month.
2 Men Drag Woman Across Fremont Parking Lot, Steal Purse, Flee Scene
A woman was shoved to the ground by a pair of men who wrested her purse away after a struggle Sunday at the Walmart store on Albrae St. in Fremont.
Man Arrested In Biting Attack On Suisun City Walmart Employee
A man was arrested after allegedly attacking and biting a Walmart employee at its Suisun City store, according to police.
Walmart, Tesla Settle Lawsuit Over Fiery Solar Panels
Walmart and Tesla have settled a lawsuit filed by the retail giant alleging that Tesla installed rooftop solar panels that caught fire.
FDA Investigates SF-Based JUUL's Campaign For Ballot Measure To Overturn Ban On E-Cigs
A federal investigation has been officially launched into whether JUUL's political ads were legal.
Walmart, Tesla Pause In Legal Fight Over Fiery Solar Panels
Walmart's lawsuit against Bay Area-based Tesla over fiery rooftop solar panels is being sealed by the court and both companies say they look forward to addressing all issues.
Walmart Sues Tesla After It Says Solar Panels Caught Fire On Store Roofs
Walmart is suing Tesla for breach of contract after its solar panels allegedly ignited fires on the roofs of Walmart stores.
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Patience, preparation urged as Bay Area airports brace for July 4th travel rush
With airports in the Bay Area and across the country expected to be crowded for the July 4th holiday, experts are urging travelers to be prepared for disruptions.
Police investigate if Oakland officers violated chase protocol before fatal sideshow crash
Police in Oakland on Wednesday said two officers who were investigating a fatal sideshow crash over the weekend may have violated the department's pursuit protocol.
Oakland, SF see disheartening difference in homicide clearance rates
In a collaboration with CBS News, KPIX 5 is examining a crime often going without punishment in our country. Barely half of murder cases in the United States get solved.
Rices Fire continues to grow; evacuation warnings issued in Yuba County
The Rices Fire in Nevada County north of Sacramento continued to grow overnight, consuming 900 acres and triggering new evacuation warnings in Yuba County Wednesday morning.
Sinkhole swallows up minivan in Kensington after water main break
Crews with the East Bay Municipal Utility District responded to a neighborhood in the Berkeley Hills Wednesday night after a sinkhole formed and swallowed up a parked minivan.
Ketanji Brown Jackson to be sworn in as Supreme Court justice Thursday
Jackson will be sworn in on Thursday at noon, when Justice Stephen Breyer's retirement becomes official.
5 shot at, 2 wounded after car runs out of gas in Union City
Five people were shot at and two were struck on Tuesday in Union City after their car ran out of gas and they attempted to push it to a nearby gas station, police said.
Personal info on California gun owners wrongly made public
The California Department of Justice on Wednesday acknowledged the agency wrongly made public the personal information of perhaps hundreds of thousands of gun owners in up to six state-operated databases, a broader exposure than the agency initially disclosed a day earlier.
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.
Oakland's Little Saigon seeks increased safety measures amid rising violence
A group of Vietnamese merchants in Oakland's Little Saigon gathered Wednesday morning to demand the same attention from city leaders that was given to Chinatown when crime was spiking there.
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.
Bay Area volunteers share coded message offering to help women get abortions
Bay Area volunteers are banding together to offer resources for women travelling to California from out of state to get an abortion, all while staying under the radar with a coded message.
77-year-old San Jose woman accused of setting house fire that killed husband
A 77-year-old San Jose woman is facing arson and homicide charges after police said she set a house fire that killed her husband last week.
Former UFC star Cain Velasquez sues daycare owner over molesting claims
Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez sued the owners of a daycare for reportedly molesting his 4-year-old son while awaiting trial on charges that he attempted to kill the male daycare owner.
Pacifica cracks down on illegal fireworks
While Pacifica remains one of a handful of cities where you can still buy safe and sane fireworks, the police department is preparing to crack down on anyone bringing illegal ones to town.
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Patience, preparation urged as Bay Area airports brace for July 4th travel rush
With airports in the Bay Area and across the country expected to be crowded for the July 4th holiday, experts are urging travelers to be prepared for disruptions.
Police investigate if Oakland officers violated chase protocol before fatal sideshow crash
Police in Oakland on Wednesday said two officers who were investigating a fatal sideshow crash over the weekend may have violated the department's pursuit protocol.
Sinkhole swallows up minivan in Kensington after water main break
Crews with the East Bay Municipal Utility District responded to a neighborhood in the Berkeley Hills Wednesday night after a sinkhole formed and swallowed up a parked minivan.
5 shot at, 2 wounded after car runs out of gas in Union City
Five people were shot at and two were struck on Tuesday in Union City after their car ran out of gas and they attempted to push it to a nearby gas station, police said.
Personal info on California gun owners wrongly made public
The California Department of Justice on Wednesday acknowledged the agency wrongly made public the personal information of perhaps hundreds of thousands of gun owners in up to six state-operated databases, a broader exposure than the agency initially disclosed a day earlier.
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Bay Area volunteers share coded message offering to help women get abortions
Bay Area volunteers are banding together to offer resources for women travelling to California from out of state to get an abortion, all while staying under the radar with a coded message.
Pacifica cracks down on illegal fireworks
While Pacifica remains one of a handful of cities where you can still buy safe and sane fireworks, the police department is preparing to crack down on anyone bringing illegal ones to town.
County officials confirm finding West Nile Virus in Milpitas
County officials said Wednesday that West Nile virus was detected in Santa Clara County for the first time this year.
Mountain View City Council declares water emergency, enacts restrictions
The city of Mountain View declared a stage 2 water emergency Tuesday, restricting outdoor irrigation for residents to two days a week, city officials said.
San Francisco police ask for help identifying assault suspect who stole car battery
Police in San Francisco on Wednesday asked for the public's help identifying a robbery suspect who injured a victim after taking a car battery from a business last month.
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Police investigate if Oakland officers violated chase protocol before fatal sideshow crash
Police in Oakland on Wednesday said two officers who were investigating a fatal sideshow crash over the weekend may have violated the department's pursuit protocol.
Sinkhole swallows up minivan in Kensington after water main break
Crews with the East Bay Municipal Utility District responded to a neighborhood in the Berkeley Hills Wednesday night after a sinkhole formed and swallowed up a parked minivan.
5 shot at, 2 wounded after car runs out of gas in Union City
Five people were shot at and two were struck on Tuesday in Union City after their car ran out of gas and they attempted to push it to a nearby gas station, police said.
Oakland's Little Saigon seeks increased safety measures amid rising violence
A group of Vietnamese merchants in Oakland's Little Saigon gathered Wednesday morning to demand the same attention from city leaders that was given to Chinatown when crime was spiking there.
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.
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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.
77-year-old San Jose woman accused of setting house fire that killed husband
A 77-year-old San Jose woman is facing arson and homicide charges after police said she set a house fire that killed her husband last week.
Teen carjacking suspects jailed in San Jose 3 months after previous carjacking arrest
Officers arrested four teenagers in San Jose Sunday morning who held up a driver at gunpoint and led a high speed chase before being caught, three who were also arrested in March on the same charges, police said.
Santa Clara County makes push to end homelessness, create more affordable housing
The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved several measures that they say will create more affordable housing for residents. The supervisors also adopted a resolution declaring the county's commitment to ending homelessness for youth and young adults over the next five years.
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in San Jose dies at hospital
A female pedestrian struck by a car Tuesday night in San Jose has died of her injuries, according to a tweet early Wednesday from police.
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Dead body found in dumpster during trash haul from Dixon
Police in Dixon in northern Solano County are investigating a report of a dead body discovered Tuesday when a garbage truck deposited its load at a trash dump in neighboring Yolo County.
Santa Rosa man arrested for over 500 pounds of illegal fireworks
In mid-June, detectives from the Santa Rosa Police Department's Property Crimes Team received information about an individual that was in possession of a large quantities of illegal and dangerous fireworks.
Napa police seek help identifying possibly dangerous burglary suspect
Police in Napa on Tuesday requested help from the public identifying a suspect being sought in connection with multiple burglaries of firearms and power tools in Napa County.
Women assaulted along SMART multi-use path in Rohnert Park
Police are asking for the public's help finding a suspect in a series of recent assaults in Rohnert Park on the SMART multi-use path between Southwest Boulevard and Rohnert Park Expressway, according to an announcement from the city's Department of Public Safety.
Update: 1 person dead in brush fire that burned west of Petaluma
Authorities in Sonoma County on Monday confirmed that one person died in a brush fire that burned 63 acres west of Petaluma.
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Giants miss late-inning opportunities in loss to Tigers
Eric Haase hit a two-run homer to break a 1-all tie in the sixth inning and the Detroit Tigers held on to beat the San Francisco Giants 3-2 on Wednesday.
A's unable to hold on, get swept by Yankees
Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge homered to fuel New York's major league-best 24th comeback victory, bailing out Jameson Taillon in a 5-3 win over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday.
Giants hold off Tigers, 4-3
Mike Yastrzemski hit a two-run single and made a beautiful catch in the outfield on Miguel Cabrera's sharp liner, and the San Francisco Giants held off the Detroit Tigers 4-3 on Tuesday night.
The Yankees beat the worst-in-majors Oakland Athletics, 2-1
The Yankees beat the worst-in-majors Oakland Athletics, 2-1
Port workers skeptical about potential A's stadium plan
On Thursday, the state agency overseeing Bay development will consider whether to end Howard Terminal's use as a functioning Port facility. It's the next step in the process of locating a new Oakland A's stadium on the waterfront. But on Tuesday, a group of maritime operators said it is too valuable to be used as a luxury playground.
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Police investigate if Oakland officers violated chase protocol before fatal sideshow crash
Police in Oakland on Wednesday said two officers who were investigating a fatal sideshow crash over the weekend may have violated the department's pursuit protocol.
5 shot at, 2 wounded after car runs out of gas in Union City
Five people were shot at and two were struck on Tuesday in Union City after their car ran out of gas and they attempted to push it to a nearby gas station, police said.
Personal info on California gun owners wrongly made public
The California Department of Justice on Wednesday acknowledged the agency wrongly made public the personal information of perhaps hundreds of thousands of gun owners in up to six state-operated databases, a broader exposure than the agency initially disclosed a day earlier.
Oakland's Little Saigon seeks increased safety measures amid rising violence
A group of Vietnamese merchants in Oakland's Little Saigon gathered Wednesday morning to demand the same attention from city leaders that was given to Chinatown when crime was spiking there.
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.
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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.
Former worker at Tesla factory rejects $15M award in racism case
A Black former Tesla worker who said he was harassed and faced with "daily racist epithets," including the "N-word," while working at the company's Fremont plant has rejected a substantially reduced award of $15 million in his lawsuit.
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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.
County officials confirm finding West Nile Virus in Milpitas
County officials said Wednesday that West Nile virus was detected in Santa Clara County for the first time this year.
FDA warns against baby neck floats after death and hospitalization
Products marketed for water therapy can lead to death or serious injury in infants with special needs, agency says.
Omicron breakthrough infections boosting risk of long COVID
As the pandemic continues to evolve, an FDA panel on Tuesday recommended tweaking COVID booster shots, updating their formulas just in time for the fall.
Santa Clara County may provide Narcan to schools
The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors is considering a plan to provide Narcan -- medication used to counteract opiate overdoses -- to any interested school countywide.
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Personal info on California gun owners wrongly made public
The California Department of Justice on Wednesday acknowledged the agency wrongly made public the personal information of perhaps hundreds of thousands of gun owners in up to six state-operated databases, a broader exposure than the agency initially disclosed a day earlier.
Bay Area volunteers share coded message offering to help women get abortions
Bay Area volunteers are banding together to offer resources for women travelling to California from out of state to get an abortion, all while staying under the radar with a coded message.
Lawmakers to vote on Calfornia's record $308 billion budget
California lawmakers on Wednesday were taking up a $308 billion state budget that will fund a Democratic wish-list of public spending on everything from expanded healthcare for immigrants and low-income residents to giving taxpayers an inflation refund and helping more women access abortion care.
Mountain View City Council declares water emergency, enacts restrictions
The city of Mountain View declared a stage 2 water emergency Tuesday, restricting outdoor irrigation for residents to two days a week, city officials said.
Ketanji Brown Jackson to be sworn in as Supreme Court justice Thursday
Jackson will be sworn in on Thursday at noon, when Justice Stephen Breyer's retirement becomes official.
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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.
Trans woman from India travels across the globe to find her authentic self
The journey to find her authentic self brought Aishani Majumdar halfway around the world as an immigrant from India who wanted to live in a place where she could find love and acknowledge her queer identity.
Trans woman from India travels across the globe to live an authentic life
Shawn Chitnis has the story of a woman from India who traveled across he world to live an authenic life.
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Punk-rock meltdown takes over Oakland's Mosswood Park
After a two-year pandemic delay, the highly anticipated return of the Mosswood Meltdown this weekend brings an array of local and national punk acts to Oakland including Bikini Kill, Kim Gordon, the Dirtbombs and more.
Afrobeat heir brings jubilant live show to Bay Area
One of the heirs to Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti's musical legacy, Femi Kuti brings his large and colorful Positive Force ensemble to the Bay Area for two shows.
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.
R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison
R&B singer R. Kelly was sentenced to 30 years in prison Wednesday on federal sex trafficking charges during a court hearing in New York.
Toto on "Africa," and their band's four-decade ride
Founding members Steve Lukather and David Paich, and longtime singer Joseph Williams, talk about a song that became a worldwide sensation – one of a string of hits that Toto has had over the last 40+ years.
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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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Patience, preparation urged as Bay Area airports brace for July 4th travel rush
With airports in the Bay Area and across the country expected to be crowded for the July 4th holiday, experts are urging travelers to be prepared for disruptions. Andria Borba reports. (6/29/22)
2 Oakland Police officers stripped of powers, accused of misconduct after deadly sideshow crash
Two Oakland Police officers have been accused of serious misconduct following an incident involving a suspected sideshow driver who killed an innocent bystander last weekend. Katie Nielsen reports. (6/29/22)
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Danville family's pride flag stolen from their home twice over the weekend
Max Darrow reports on a series of thefts in Danville targeting pride flags displayed on houses, with one family falling victim twice in a row. (6/29/2022)
Oakland's 'Little Saigon' seeks increased safety measures amid rising violence
A group of Vietnamese merchants in Oakland's Little Saigon gathered Wednesday morning to demand the same attention from city leaders that was given to Chinatown when crime was spiking there. John Ramos reports. (6/29/22)
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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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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.
East Bay scholar travels world collecting stories as citizen journalist
For more than 20 years, KPIX 5 has been telling the stories of Students Rising Above scholars. Now, SRA scholar Brenda Vasquez is leaning into her own story-telling skills as she travels the world.