FIFA to announce 2026 World Cup sites in June; Levi's Stadium among possible venues
FIFA intends to announce the 2026 World Cup sites during a news conference in New York on June 16, with Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara remaining a possible venue.
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Women's National Team, US Soccer Talks Break Down; Court Action Likely In Equal Pay Dispute
Players for the World Cup champion women's national team say mediation talks with the U.S. Soccer Federation in their dispute over equal pay are over.
Bay Area Soccer Fans Crowd Women's World Cup Final Watch Parties
Soccer fans are gearing up for the Women's World Cup Finals on Sunday when Team USA takes on the Netherlands. There will be watch parties in San Francisco and San Jose.
2019 Women's World Cup: USWNT Match Schedule, Odds And Things To Know
The Women's World Cup starts today! Get up to speed before the USWNT takes on Thailand on June 11th.
Francophiles Rejoice At San Francisco World Cup Watch Party
On Sunday at San Francisco's Civic Center Plaza, the World Cup watch crowd was decidedly France-focused and they were not disappointed.
France Beats Croatia 4-2 to Win 2nd World Cup
France won its second World Cup title in a match that was interrupted by an on-field protest during the second half that Russian punk band Pussy Riot later took credit for.
Neymar Leads Brazil To World Cup Win Over Mexico
Neymar flaunted his flair and his theatrics with a goal and an assist Monday to lead Brazil into the quarterfinals at the World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Mexico.
Mexico Advances, Germany Eliminated In Day Of World Cup Upsets
Defending champion Germany was eliminated and Mexico was able to advance to the next round in a day of upsets at soccer's World Cup.
Mexico Wins Again at World Cup, Beats South Korea 2-1
The Mexicans won their second straight match at the World Cup, beating South Korea 2-1 Saturday to move ever closer to a spot in the round of 16.
Saudi Arabia's World Cup Team Plane Catches Fire In Midair
The first week of the World Cup hasn't been kind to Saudi Arabia.
Enthusiastic San Jose Crowd Watches Mexico Upset Germany
Joy erupted in San Francisco's Mission District Sunday as underdog Mexico took the attack to Germany and won their World Cup soccer opener 1-0.
Ronaldo Scores Hat Trick In 3-3 World Cup Draw With Spain
Cristiano Ronaldo completed a hat trick with a perfectly taken free kick in the 88th minute to give Portugal a 3-3 draw against Spain on Friday at the World Cup.
World Cup 2026: US-Mexico-Canada Bid Chosen As Host
At a FIFA association member vote in Moscow Wednesday, the joint North American bid won the right to host the 2026 World Cup.
World Cup Preview: How To Watch, When It Starts, Favorites
The Americans won't be playing in the World Cup, but there's still plenty of good soccer to be watched in the coming weeks.
5 Big Sporting Events That Couldn't Top The Ratings Of The Women's World Cup Final
The United States' win over Japan in the Women's World Cup final was the most viewed soccer game in the history of American television.
Women's World Cup Viewing Parties For USA vs. Germany At Avaya Stadium, SF Civic Center
Bay Area fans wanting to watch the U.S. women's national soccer team play in the semifinals of the FIFA Women's World Cup today against Germany can see the match on big screens at events in San Jose and San Francisco.
U.S. Women's National World Cup Team Welcomes 'Newest Teammate' Tom Hanks
"He often talks to the ball."
Top 5 San Francisco Bars To Watch The Women's World Cup
Watching the Women's World Cup is always more fun when surrounded by other passionate fans. Join in the party with other avid soccer fans in cheering on team USA at one of these San Francisco bars.
Probe Into World Cup Award After US Indicts FIFA Officials In $150 Million Bribing Scandal, 7 Arrests
The votes to award the World Cups to Russia and Qatar have been surrounded in controversy and accusations of corruption.
5 Sports Events More Surprising Than Beck Winning Album Of The Year
Let's take a look at five events in sports over the last year more surprising than Beck's shocking GRAMMYs Album of the Year win.
Chihuahua Rescue, Napa Quake, #HellaStorm, And Ordinary People Make Most Viral KPIX Facebook Posts Of 2014
Every media outlet does an end of year "top stories of 2014" so we figured why just list our editors' picks when we can show what YOU liked best?
Soccer Players File Discrimination Suit Over Plans To Play Women's World Cup On Artificial Turf
Members of U.S. Soccer's Women's National Team, including Cal alumni Alex Morgan, have filed suit in Canada over plans to use artificial turf fields in next summer's FIFA Women's World Cup.
Hijacked #NapaQuake Hashtag Turns Up Images Of Islamic Militant Slogans & Dead U.S. Soldiers
The Twitter hashtag #napaquake appears to be part of Islamic militants' latest social media strategy for spreading their propaganda across the Internet.
Warriors Curry, Thompson Make 1st Cut For Team USA
USA Basketball has announced they've cut the first three players from the roster for the 2014 USA Basketball Men's World Cup Team, and both Klay Thompson and Steph Curry are still in the mix to represent team USA this summer.
A Travel Guide To London, England
Read on for a visitor's guide to transportation, dining, hotels and the top attractions in London.
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Kevon Looney rallies Golden State to come-from-behind Game 2 win
Golden State's Kevon Looney scored a career playoff high 21 points and pulled down 12 rebounds to rally the Warriors from a 19-point deficit to a 126-117 Game 2 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
Lake Merritt neighbors want Oakland to take action over recent violence, sideshows
Many people living near Oakland's Lake Merritt feel helpless with the recent shootings and sideshow activity. They accused city leaders of not doing enough to address the violence and dangerous sideshows on Lakeshore Avenue.
Master calligraphy artist leaves his mark on San Francisco's Chinatown
The art created by a Chinatown community leader who's shared his talent for Chinese calligraphy for decades can be seen all over his San Francisco neighborhood.
7-year-old on bicycle fatally struck by vehicle in Fremont
A young child died from injuries after being hit by a vehicle while riding a bicycle on Montrose Avenue in Fremont Friday afternoon, authorities said.
San Francisco archbishop bans Pelosi from receiving communion due to abortion stance
San Francisco Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone on Friday announced that Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi would not be allowed to receive communion due to her stance on abortion in an open letter.
COVID: Berkeley Unified reinstates indoor mask mandate through end of school year
Officials with the Berkeley Unified School District announced Friday that masks would again be required in all indoor spaces starting Monday, May 23 through the end of the school year, due to rising COVID-19 case levels.
Warriors fans trade barbs with Barkley outside Chase Center
Warriors fans have found a new nemesis for the Western Conference Finals: TNT basketball analyst and NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley.
3 juveniles among 4 arrested in Cloverdale convenience store robbery
Information given to Cloverdale police from a witness led to the arrest of four people connected to an armed robbery that occurred at a Quik Stop convenience store on Thursday, police said.
Mendocino County Sheriff orders evacuations in wildfire near Point Arena
The Mendocino County Sheriff has ordered some mandatory evacuations Friday after a wildfire broke out in the area south of Point Arena, shutting down Highway 1.
San Jose Japantown residents sleeping easier with new railroad quiet zone
People living near Japantown in San Jose will no longer have to hear blaring train horns in the wee hours, after a "partial quiet zone" was established along several Union Pacific railroad crossings.
Antioch mayor charged with 2 counts of DUI following incident in March
Prosecutors on Friday announced drunk driving charges against Antioch Mayor Lamar Thorpe after he was stopped by officers in March.
San Francisco City Attorney sues Tenderloin SRO owner over building conditions
The owner of a single room occupancy hotel in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood is being sued for allegedly creating a public nuisance and ignoring health and safety violations.
3-alarm vegetation fire burns in South Vallejo
A three-alarm vegetation fire was burning in Vallejo Friday afternoon, with several cars reportedly burned.
Antioch Police: Man targeted in robbery fatally shoots suspect in self-defense
A 37-year-old man is dead after being shot in self-defense by another man who he had allegedly tried to rob at an Antioch apartment complex early Friday morning, police said.
Fremont fire and police personnel at scene of building fire, possible standoff
Police in Fremont have resolved a standoff with an armed person who was barricaded inside an apartment building that was on fire Friday morning.
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Kevon Looney rallies Golden State to come-from-behind Game 2 win
Golden State's Kevon Looney scored a career playoff high 21 points and pulled down 12 rebounds to rally the Warriors from a 19-point deficit to a 126-117 Game 2 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
Lake Merritt neighbors want Oakland to take action over recent violence, sideshows
Many people living near Oakland's Lake Merritt feel helpless with the recent shootings and sideshow activity. They accused city leaders of not doing enough to address the violence and dangerous sideshows on Lakeshore Avenue.
Master calligraphy artist leaves his mark on San Francisco's Chinatown
The art created by a Chinatown community leader who's shared his talent for Chinese calligraphy for decades can be seen all over his San Francisco neighborhood.
7-year-old on bicycle fatally struck by vehicle in Fremont
A young child died from injuries after being hit by a vehicle while riding a bicycle on Montrose Avenue in Fremont Friday afternoon, authorities said.
3 juveniles among 4 arrested in Cloverdale convenience store robbery
Information given to Cloverdale police from a witness led to the arrest of four people connected to an armed robbery that occurred at a Quik Stop convenience store on Thursday, police said.
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Master calligraphy artist leaves his mark on San Francisco's Chinatown
The art created by a Chinatown community leader who's shared his talent for Chinese calligraphy for decades can be seen all over his San Francisco neighborhood.
Warriors fans trade barbs with Barkley outside Chase Center
Warriors fans have found a new nemesis for the Western Conference Finals: TNT basketball analyst and NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley.
San Francisco City Attorney sues Tenderloin SRO owner over building conditions
The owner of a single room occupancy hotel in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood is being sued for allegedly creating a public nuisance and ignoring health and safety violations.
San Francisco archbishop bans Pelosi from receiving communion due to abortion stance
San Francisco Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone on Friday announced that Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi would not be allowed to receive communion due to her stance on abortion in an open letter.
2 dead following assault and police shooting in San Francisco
Two men were dead after an aggravated assault and an ensuing officer-involved shooting late Thursday evening near Mariposa Park in the city's Mission Bay and Dogpatch neighborhoods.
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Lake Merritt neighbors want Oakland to take action over recent violence, sideshows
Many people living near Oakland's Lake Merritt feel helpless with the recent shootings and sideshow activity. They accused city leaders of not doing enough to address the violence and dangerous sideshows on Lakeshore Avenue.
7-year-old on bicycle fatally struck by vehicle in Fremont
A young child died from injuries after being hit by a vehicle while riding a bicycle on Montrose Avenue in Fremont Friday afternoon, authorities said.
Antioch mayor charged with 2 counts of DUI following incident in March
Prosecutors on Friday announced drunk driving charges against Antioch Mayor Lamar Thorpe after he was stopped by officers in March.
COVID: Berkeley Unified reinstates indoor mask mandate through end of school year
Officials with the Berkeley Unified School District announced Friday that masks would again be required in all indoor spaces starting Monday, May 23 through the end of the school year, due to rising COVID-19 case levels.
Antioch Police: Man targeted in robbery fatally shoots suspect in self-defense
A 37-year-old man is dead after being shot in self-defense by another man who he had allegedly tried to rob at an Antioch apartment complex early Friday morning, police said.
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San Jose Japantown residents sleeping easier with new railroad quiet zone
People living near Japantown in San Jose will no longer have to hear blaring train horns in the wee hours, after a "partial quiet zone" was established along several Union Pacific railroad crossings.
South Bay scholars, best friends separated by COVID, pick up where they left off
If the past two years have taught us nothing else, it's that friendships are what keeps us going in the toughest of times. Veronica Toscano and Nyia Roberts are two Students Rising Above scholars who's bond has remained stronger than ever.
FIFA to announce 2026 World Cup sites in June; Levi's Stadium among possible venues
FIFA intends to announce the 2026 World Cup sites during a news conference in New York on June 16, with Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara remaining a possible venue.
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.
North Bay News
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3 juveniles among 4 arrested in Cloverdale convenience store robbery
Information given to Cloverdale police from a witness led to the arrest of four people connected to an armed robbery that occurred at a Quik Stop convenience store on Thursday, police said.
Mendocino County Sheriff orders evacuations in wildfire near Point Arena
The Mendocino County Sheriff has ordered some mandatory evacuations Friday after a wildfire broke out in the area south of Point Arena, shutting down Highway 1.
3-alarm vegetation fire burns in South Vallejo
A three-alarm vegetation fire was burning in Vallejo Friday afternoon, with several cars reportedly burned.
Baby formula shortage puts Santa Rosa mom in life-and-death struggle
For 11 years, Keely Aguilar has fought day and night to keep her daughter alive, but now the national baby formula shortage has added to her woes.
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.
Sports
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Kevon Looney rallies Golden State to come-from-behind Game 2 win
Golden State's Kevon Looney scored a career playoff high 21 points and pulled down 12 rebounds to rally the Warriors from a 19-point deficit to a 126-117 Game 2 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
Warriors fans trade barbs with Barkley outside Chase Center
Warriors fans have found a new nemesis for the Western Conference Finals: TNT basketball analyst and NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley.
Pac-12 revenue dropped 36% over pandemic cancellations
The Pac-12 Conference suffered a 36% decrease in revenue for the 2020-21 fiscal year due in large part to pandemic-related cancellations in football and basketball.
Draymond Green embraces 'middle linebacker' role for Warriors defense
It's hard for anyone seated inside San Francisco's Chase Center or on the Dallas Mavericks roster not to hear Warriors star Draymond Green's voice bellowing out orders when Golden State's defense is flexing into action.
FIFA to announce 2026 World Cup sites in June; Levi's Stadium among possible venues
FIFA intends to announce the 2026 World Cup sites during a news conference in New York on June 16, with Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara remaining a possible venue.
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Lake Merritt neighbors want Oakland to take action over recent violence, sideshows
Many people living near Oakland's Lake Merritt feel helpless with the recent shootings and sideshow activity. They accused city leaders of not doing enough to address the violence and dangerous sideshows on Lakeshore Avenue.
3 juveniles among 4 arrested in Cloverdale convenience store robbery
Information given to Cloverdale police from a witness led to the arrest of four people connected to an armed robbery that occurred at a Quik Stop convenience store on Thursday, police said.
Crime at Oakland's Lake Merritt has neighbors feeling helpless
Sideshows, shootings and robberies. Residents say city leaders need to step up law enforcement near Oakland's "crown jewel" Lake Merritt. Da Lin reports. (5-20-22)
Santa Rosa mom of special-needs girl falls prey to baby formula scammer
A North Bay mom desperate to feed her daughter amid a nationwide formula shortage has experienced the best and the worst of human nature. Juliette Goodrich reports. (5-20-22)
Antioch mayor charged with 2 counts of DUI following incident in March
Prosecutors on Friday announced drunk driving charges against Antioch Mayor Lamar Thorpe after he was stopped by officers in March.
Technology
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Judge dismisses investor's lawsuit against Elon Musk, Tesla and Twitter fan
A federal judge in California dismissed a securities fraud and defamation lawsuit filed by a Tesla investor against CEO Elon Musk, one of Musk's a supporters and Tesla.
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)
Health
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COVID: Berkeley Unified reinstates indoor mask mandate through end of school year
Officials with the Berkeley Unified School District announced Friday that masks would again be required in all indoor spaces starting Monday, May 23 through the end of the school year, due to rising COVID-19 case levels.
COVID: CDPH boosts 'test and treat' capacity, urges boosters amid rising case levels
COVID-19 testing capacity will expand across the state in the coming weeks as public health officials in an effort to make it easier to access both testing and prescription treatments, state health officials said Wednesday.
Baby formula shortage puts Santa Rosa mom in life-and-death struggle
For 11 years, Keely Aguilar has fought day and night to keep her daughter alive, but now the national baby formula shortage has added to her woes.
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.
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San Francisco City Attorney sues Tenderloin SRO owner over building conditions
The owner of a single room occupancy hotel in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood is being sued for allegedly creating a public nuisance and ignoring health and safety violations.
San Francisco archbishop bans Pelosi from receiving communion due to abortion stance
San Francisco Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone on Friday announced that Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi would not be allowed to receive communion due to her stance on abortion in an open letter.
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.
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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.
KPIX Special Reports
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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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AAPI Heritage Month: Terry Luk, brush painter leaves his mark on S.F. Chinatown community
Sharon Chin introduces us to the face behind the brush -- a Chinatown community leader who has shared his talent for decades. (5-20-22)
Crime at Oakland's Lake Merritt has neighbors feeling helpless
Sideshows, shootings and robberies. Residents say city leaders need to step up law enforcement near Oakland's "crown jewel" Lake Merritt. Da Lin reports. (5-20-22)
Santa Rosa mom of special-needs girl falls prey to baby formula scammer
A North Bay mom desperate to feed her daughter amid a nationwide formula shortage has experienced the best and the worst of human nature. Juliette Goodrich reports. (5-20-22)
New Harley Davidson electric hog hums with excitement
KPIX 5's Kiet Do took the pricey electric Harley on a road test. (5-20-22)
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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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South Bay scholars, best friends separated by COVID, pick up where they left off
If the past two years have taught us nothing else, it's that friendships are what keeps us going in the toughest of times. Veronica Toscano and Nyia Roberts are two Students Rising Above scholars who's bond has remained stronger than ever.
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.