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Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
One person killed overnight in Oakland
Oakland police are investigating a shooting that left one person dead on a busy commercial corridor Wednesday night.
Caltrans: Illegal dumping in Mendocino Co. may be tied to Bay Area firm
Authorities on the Northern California coast are investigating multiple incidents of hazardous materials being dumped along Highway 101 in Mendocino County, saying that a construction firm in the Bay Area could be responsible.
Trump asks Supreme Court to let him enforce transgender military ban
President Trump signed an executive order that directed the Pentagon to develop a policy that would bar transgender people from serving in the military.
SF opens a Tenderloin behavioral health center
Stabilization center will be open 24/7 in the city's Tenderloin.
Facing budget deficit, Mendocino County offers workers $25,000 to voluntarily resign
Mendocino County is offering employees up to $25,000 to voluntarily resign in the wake of budget shortfalls, according to a memo sent to county staff Wednesday.
Warriors lose against Rockets 109-94 after Butler leaves early due to injury
Jalen Green made eight 3-pointers and scored 38 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 109-94 win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night in a testy matchup to even the first-round Western Conference series at one game apiece.
2 men, 1 shot by police, charged in Concord credit union robbery
Two men who allegedly robbed a Concord credit union on Monday and led police on a chase to San Jose, where one of the suspects was shot, have been charged with multiple crimes.
Cupertino Whole Foods store ordered to close temporarily over rodent infestation
Health officials in the South Bay have ordered a Whole Foods Market location in Cupertino to temporarily close for repairs due to a vermin infestation.
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Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
Trump asks Supreme Court to let him enforce transgender military ban
President Trump signed an executive order that directed the Pentagon to develop a policy that would bar transgender people from serving in the military.
Facing budget deficit, Mendocino County offers workers $25,000 to voluntarily resign
Mendocino County is offering employees up to $25,000 to voluntarily resign in the wake of budget shortfalls, according to a memo sent to county staff Wednesday.
City of Berkeley implements hiring freeze, warns of potential budget deficit
Berkeley City Manager Paul Buddenhagen initiated a citywide hiring freeze Monday in order to help address a budget deficit heading into the next fiscal year.
Oakland business hopeful for recovery as city gets new leadership
An Oakland business owner said she is optimistic that recovery is on the way, with Mayor-Elect Barbara Lee set to take office.
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Langeliers has 4 hits, Butler homers to help A's beat Rangers 5-2
Shea Langeliers had four hits and Nick Kurtz drove in a run with a base hit his first time up in his major-league debut to help the Athletics beat Texas 5-2 on Wednesday.
Warriors lose against Rockets 109-94 after Butler leaves early due to injury
Jalen Green made eight 3-pointers and scored 38 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 109-94 win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night in a testy matchup to even the first-round Western Conference series at one game apiece.
Flores hits 2-run single to back Giants ace Webb in 4-2 win over the Brewers
Wilmer Flores hit a two-run single in the sixth inning to back another strong start by Giants ace Logan Webb, and San Francisco beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-2 on Wednesday night.
Semien hits 3-run homer, Rangers beat A's 8-5
Marcus Semien hit a three-run homer and drove in four runs, leading the Texas Rangers over the Athletics 8-5 on Tuesday night.
Giants lose 11-3 to Brewers after 8-run sixth inning
Christian Yelich hit his fifth career grand slam and Jake Bauers added a two-run homer as part of an eight-run sixth inning, leading the Milwaukee Brewers to an 11-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
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California winemakers embrace sustainable bottles made from recycled cardboard
With great soil, foggy mornings, and cool afternoon winds, Monterey County is the perfect place to grow quality wine grapes. Now, winemakers have a greener way to package their wine.
Scientists seek to bring San Francisco's aging seawall to life
The San Francisco Embarcadero is full of eye-catching destinations: from Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, the Exploratorium, and the iconic Ferry Building to name just a few iconic stops.
Catalina Island's biodiversity facing threat from gillnets, scientists warn
With thousands of plant and animal species, including dozens found nowhere else on Earth, Catalina is a world-class diving destination. Yet scientists warn this underwater paradise faces a growing threat.
Arctic ice approaches historic low, impacting habitat for polar bears
At the edge of the Arctic in northern Canada, the annual migration of polar bears draws tourists, photographers, and scientists like Geoff York.
Bay Area startup looks to seaweed as a possible solution to plastic pollution
Plastic waste is a huge problem, with bags and packaging a major culprit. A Bay Area startup has figured out a way to replace these plastics, with a plant that grows abundantly off the coast.
Report shows Petaluma's reusable purple cup test was a success
Petaluma's experiment with reusable cups last fall was a resounding success according to a newly released report on the project.
California's urban forests provide sustainable solution for guitar maker
The widespread destruction of old growth trees for ranching and farming is making it harder to get the wood traditionally used to make guitars, including mahogany and Brazilian rosewood.
SF designers get Grammy nomination for sustainable album artwork
In San Francisco's Dolores Heights, an unusual design and branding studio is the home of two creative artists who earned a Grammy nomination for their groundbreaking album artwork.
California prepares to fight to protect coast during second Trump presidency
President-elect Donald Trump promises to "unleash American energy" by maximizing U.S. oil and gas production. The directive comes at a time when the planet continues to warm, largely due to the burning of fossil fuels, experts say.
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Thursday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 4/24/25
Expect the cooling trend to continue on Thursday, with breezy conditions and highs in the 50s and 60s. Heading into the weekend, showers could return to the region. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Wednesday evening First Alert weather forecast with Paul Heggen - 4/23/25
Expect increasing clouds and continued cooler conditions on Thursday, with showers possible on Friday. Paul Heggen has the forecast.
Wednesday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 4/23/25
Expect cooler and windier conditions on Wednesday, with highs in the 60s in much of the Bay Area. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Tuesday evening First Alert weather forecast with Zoe Mintz - 4/22/25
On Wednesday, expect increasing clouds and cooler temperatures. Showers could be possible by the weekend. Zoe Mintz has the forecast.
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FAIR Plan Fix: What are lawmakers doing to fix California's insurance and why is it taking so long?
FAIR plan problems are nothing new, but suddenly, everyone is paying attention to California's insurance crisis. Are we any closer to a fix? CBS News California investigates the flood of insurance-related bills in the aftermath of the L.A. fires and why it's taken so long for lawmakers to take action.
What are lawmakers doing to fix California's insurance and why is it taking so long?
FAIR plan problems are nothing new, but suddenly, everyone is paying attention to California’s insurance crisis. Are we any closer to a fix? CBS News California investigates the flood of insurance-related bills in the aftermath of the L.A. fires and why it’s taken so long for lawmakers to take action.
California wants fewer homeowners insured on the FAIR Plan. Data show the state's strategy may not be enough.
As more people in California lose private insurance, the state's FAIR plan is filling up with homes in places the industry itself has classified as low-risk for wildfire.
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PIX Now afternoon edition 4-24
CBS News Bay Area afternoon edition headlines for April 24, 2025. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu after judge blocks Trump crackdown on sanctuary cities
San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu talks to CBS News Bay Area's Anne Makovec after a judge sided with the city and several other jurisdictions in blocking the Trump administration's efforts to crack down on sanctuary city policies.
San Francisco opens a new behavioral health center
Stabilization center will be open 24/7 and serve people in crisis in the Tenderloin.
Injunction granted to San Francisco, other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" following a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments.
BART police report more than 20% decline in violent crime
Safety on the BART system appears to be improving after police announced violent crime is down 23% compared to this time last year. Veronica Macias reports.
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USF immigration policy expert discusses presidential election
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks with USF professor of law and migration studies Bill Ong Hing about the positions of the Trump and Harris campaigns when it comes to immigration reform and the situation at the border
UC Berkeley professor discusses threat of artificial intelligence in elections
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks UC Berkeley Haas School of Business professor Olaf Groth, PhD, about how AI could play a role in potential election interference
UCSF doctor discusses summer Covid surge
CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec asks UCSF infectious disease specialist Dr. Monica Gandhi if Covid is any more serious than a cold these days, the latest on long Covid, and if the bird flu poses any threat of becoming the next pandemic
Bay Area political expert on campaigns tapping into social media influencers
The race for the White House is flooding our feeds. CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec asks Dr. Nolan Higdon with CSU East Bay about the impact of influencers in the presidential race, and if they can really tip the scales in battleground states
Bay Area teen provides mental health resources for students
CBS News Bay Area anchor Anne Makovec hears from Niku Sedarat from San Jose, an incoming Stanford student and member of DoSomething.Org, about an initiative that allows students to share ideas about addressing mental health in their communities. Anne also asks Dr. Nicole Stelter from Blue Shield of California how parents can provide support for their children
Bay Area lung cancer survivor recalls how car crash may have saved her life
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook has been reporting extensively on the rise in lung cancer cases among non-smoking Asian American women. Now, Liz talks to a Bay Area mother whose trip to Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center after a car crash may have saved her life. Liz also talks to Dr. Jeffrey Velotta, who performed the surgery, about the rise in lung cancer cases in Asian American women and what may be causing them
Reaction to Gov. Newsom's executive order to clear homeless encampments
CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook talks to Coalition on Homelessness Executive Director Jennifer Friedenbach and Senior Vice President of Public Policy for the Bay Area Council Adrian Covert to hear both sides of the debate over Gov. Newsom's executive order to clear homeless encampments
UC Berkeley professor on Silicon Valley's influence in potential Harris-Trump matchup
Vice President Kamala Harris has announced her bid for the White House and has appeared to fend off any challengers for the Democratic nomination. CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook asks UC Berkeley Haas School of Business professor Olaf Groth, PhD, which candidate will get support from Silicon Valley
Talking Politics: Bay Area professors on Biden's exit from race
Andrea Nakano and Brian Hackney spoke to San Jose State senior lecturer Donna Crane and Sonoma State professor David McCuan about the stunning developments in the presidential race Sunday. (7-21-24)
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Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
SF opens a Tenderloin behavioral health center
Stabilization center will be open 24/7 in the city's Tenderloin.
SFMTA seeing more fares paid after increasing presence on Muni system
Part of the new strategy includes redeploying Transit Fare Inspectors (TFIs) in a way to make them more visible throughout the MUNI system.
BART reports a 23% drop in violent crime across its system
After years of declining ridership and public criticism over safety concerns, BART officials said a recent drop in crime is a sign their efforts are working.
World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica may not happen this year
On Wednesday, organizers said that the cost to hold the event has increased each year for the last four years.
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One person killed overnight in Oakland
Oakland police are investigating a shooting that left one person dead on a busy commercial corridor Wednesday night.
2 men, 1 shot by police, charged in Concord credit union robbery
Two men who allegedly robbed a Concord credit union on Monday and led police on a chase to San Jose, where one of the suspects was shot, have been charged with multiple crimes.
Walnut Creek Police warn QR code on parking meters could be a scam
Police in Walnut Creek are asking people not to scan QR codes that have been placed on parking meters in the downtown area.
Man facing hate crime charge following Bay Area rampage involving stolen truck
A man is facing multiple charges, including a felony hate crime charge, following an alleged violent rampage involving a stolen truck in Union City last week, Alameda County prosecutors said.
City of Berkeley implements hiring freeze, warns of potential budget deficit
Berkeley City Manager Paul Buddenhagen initiated a citywide hiring freeze Monday in order to help address a budget deficit heading into the next fiscal year.
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2 men, 1 shot by police, charged in Concord credit union robbery
Two men who allegedly robbed a Concord credit union on Monday and led police on a chase to San Jose, where one of the suspects was shot, have been charged with multiple crimes.
BART reports a 23% drop in violent crime across its system
After years of declining ridership and public criticism over safety concerns, BART officials said a recent drop in crime is a sign their efforts are working.
Cupertino Whole Foods store ordered to close temporarily over rodent infestation
Health officials in the South Bay have ordered a Whole Foods Market location in Cupertino to temporarily close for repairs due to a vermin infestation.
Man suspected of attacking Muslim worshippers in Morgan Hill faces hate crime charge
A Morgan Hill man was arrested and is facing a hate crime charge after he allegedly attacked Muslim worshippers during Ramadan.
3 Bay Area DMV locations to open on final Saturday before Real ID deadline
The California Department of Motor Vehicles announced that three Bay Area locations will be open on Saturday, May 3, ahead of the looming federal enforcement deadline for Real ID.
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Facing budget deficit, Mendocino County offers workers $25,000 to voluntarily resign
Mendocino County is offering employees up to $25,000 to voluntarily resign in the wake of budget shortfalls, according to a memo sent to county staff Wednesday.
Caltrans: Illegal dumping in Mendocino Co. may be tied to Bay Area firm
Authorities on the Northern California coast are investigating multiple incidents of hazardous materials being dumped along Highway 101 in Mendocino County, saying that a construction firm in the Bay Area could be responsible.
"Long road to recovery": Girl injured in Marin County crash released from hospital
One of the teen girls who survived a deadly Marin County crash last week was released from the hospital on Tuesday, a family spokesperson said.
Marin County approves $5.2M loan for 80-unit affordable housing project
Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco is leading the development project in Northern Novato.
4 Marin County teen girls killed in crash identified; 1 remains hospitalized
School officials in Marin County released the identities of four teens who were killed and two teens who were injured in a vehicle crash Friday evening.
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SFMTA seeing more fares paid after increasing presence on Muni system
Part of the new strategy includes redeploying Transit Fare Inspectors (TFIs) in a way to make them more visible throughout the MUNI system.
Oakland Unified parents upset after seeing data about how students are doing
A local parents' group said they'd seen the data showing how students are doing academically, and they don't like what it shows.
BART reports a 23% drop in violent crime across its system
After years of declining ridership and public criticism over safety concerns, BART officials said a recent drop in crime is a sign their efforts are working.
Berkeley group makes last-ditch appeal to stop demolition of historic theater
The group is afraid that the developer will move to demolish it quickly without any intention to build anytime soon.
Marin County approves $5.2M loan for 80-unit affordable housing project
Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco is leading the development project in Northern Novato.
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One person killed overnight in Oakland
Oakland police are investigating a shooting that left one person dead on a busy commercial corridor Wednesday night.
Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
Trump asks Supreme Court to let him enforce transgender military ban
President Trump signed an executive order that directed the Pentagon to develop a policy that would bar transgender people from serving in the military.
SF opens a Tenderloin behavioral health center
Stabilization center will be open 24/7 in the city's Tenderloin.
Facing budget deficit, Mendocino County offers workers $25,000 to voluntarily resign
Mendocino County is offering employees up to $25,000 to voluntarily resign in the wake of budget shortfalls, according to a memo sent to county staff Wednesday.
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California offering $25 gift cards to encourage bird flu testing
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
Cupertino Whole Foods store ordered to close temporarily over rodent infestation
Health officials in the South Bay have ordered a Whole Foods Market location in Cupertino to temporarily close for repairs due to a vermin infestation.
Californians now able to buy opioid reversal drugs from the state online
Californians can now buy opioid reversal drugs directly from the state under a program aimed at making the life-saving medication less expensive and more accessible.
Supreme Court weighs dispute involving ACA's preventive-care coverage
The Affordable Care Act requires health insurers and group health plans to cover certain preventive-care services recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force at no cost to patients.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
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One person killed overnight in Oakland
Oakland police are investigating a shooting that left one person dead on a busy commercial corridor Wednesday night.
Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
SF opens a Tenderloin behavioral health center
Stabilization center will be open 24/7 in the city's Tenderloin.
2 men, 1 shot by police, charged in Concord credit union robbery
Two men who allegedly robbed a Concord credit union on Monday and led police on a chase to San Jose, where one of the suspects was shot, have been charged with multiple crimes.
Walnut Creek Police warn QR code on parking meters could be a scam
Police in Walnut Creek are asking people not to scan QR codes that have been placed on parking meters in the downtown area.
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Oakland Unified copes with shocking rise in district's homeless student population
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
VR 360 View: Meteorologist Jessica Burch takes flight with the Blue Angels
Meteorologist and CBS News Bay Area's resident pilot Lt. Jessica Burch got a treat during Fleet Week, taking to the skies with one of the Blue Angels.
VR 360 View: Devastating wildfire compels family to adopt a new lifestyle among the Redwoods
A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
Study: Colorectal cancer patients could skip harsh radiation therapy
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
VR 360 View: The high-stakes world of San Francisco's bar pilots
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
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U.K. Supreme Court issues key ruling on gender definition
The U.K. Supreme Court has ruled the country's 2010 Equality Act defines a woman as someone born biologically female in a potential landmark case for transgender rights.
San Jose State under scrutiny in Title IX transgender sex-discrimination investigation
The Trump administration is gearing up to investigate schools for potential Title IX violations for allowing transgender women to compete in women's sports, including San Jose State.
NCAA updates transgender student-athlete participation policy
The NCAA updated its policy one day after the administration's order banning transgender athletes from competing on female teams.
Trump signs order to end federal support for care for transgender minors
The order directs that federally-run insurance programs, including TRICARE and Medicaid, exclude coverage for gender-affirming care for those under 19.
Milpitas man sentenced to 15-years-to-life in 2021 murder of trans partner
A Milpitas man convicted in the 2021 domestic violence murder of his transgender partner has been sentenced, prosecutors said.
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Photos: Danny Elfman plays film music, Oingo Boingo hits in Mountain View
It happened several days after Halloween, but composer and former Oingo Boingo frontman Danny Elfman delivered an appropriately macabre set of movie soundtracks and '80s hits for a full house at the Shoreline Amphitheatre.
Photos: Green Day holds massive homecoming bash at Oracle Park
Bay Area pop-punk heroes Green Day brought their current Saviors Tour to Oracle Park in San Francisco Friday for an epic show that also featured alt-rock favorites Smashing Pumpkins and fellow punk acts Rancid and the Linda Lindas.
Photos: All-star quartet Beat revives King Crimson songs in Napa
An all-star group featuring King Crimson members Adrian Belew and Tony Levin along with guitar giant Steve Vai and Tool drummer Danny Carey played the music from Crimson's '80s albums at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa Friday.
Photos: Songwriter Lucinda Williams dazzles at Stern Grove
Grammy-winning country-blues songwriter Lucinda Williams and her band put on a show-stopping performance at Stern Grove in San Francisco on Sunday, Aug. 18.
Outside Lands 2024: Photos from Sunday
This year's edition of Outside Lands came to an eclectic close Sunday with sets from headliner Sturgill Simpson, rising star Chappell Roan, rapper-turned-country-singer Post Malone and more.
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2024 Jefferson Award winners remembered as Icon Award program launches
In 2025, KPIX is moving to a new community service award: the CBS News Bay Area Icon Award. Submit nominations for an outstanding community hero at kpix.com/icon.
South Bay "Mrs. Claus" brings Christmas joy and more to San Jose families
It's the most wonderful time of the year for a South Bay woman who has played Mrs. Claus for more than 40 years for the children of North San Jose's Alviso District.
Longtime Oakland Hills resident's nonprofit helps promote fire preparedness
For residents of the Oakland Hills, the prospect of another wildfire always remains a concern. This week's Jefferson Awards winner has made it his mission to make the hills and other high-risk areas safer.
East Palo Alto Boys & Girls Clubs provide artistic outlet for teens
In East Palo Alto -- where state education numbers show more than nine in ten public school students are low income and more than half are English learners -- many are finding hope and connection at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula.
85-year-old Army vet continues life of service by feeding San Francisco families
This week's Jefferson Award winner is Army veteran who continues to live a life of service into his 80s, by feeding hundreds of San Francisco families a week.
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East Bay man's bicycle hobby turns into vehicle to help struggling teens excel
A Bay Area man who overcame tremendous obstacles to excel in school has made it his mission to gear up other students for success in the classroom and in life.
North Bay college student charts new life path with support of tight-knit family
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
Student emerges from family tragedy to juggles Cal studies with home duties
Samir Hooker had to grow up fast after his stepfather was shot dead 12 years ago. Now he is watching over his mom and sister while attending UC Berkeley.
Students Rising Above scholar recalls growing up with undocumented immigrant parents
It's hard enough to graduate from one of the most prestigious schools in the country when you're the first in your family to go to college. Imagine doing that while you're also trying to protect your parents from being deported?
Hard-working student shoulders a load working while attending Ivy League college
Some students who are the first in their families to go to college face the challenge of balancing a rigorous academic load while still working to help support their family back home.