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Workers at Bay Area UC campuses join statewide strike over wages, conditions
Workers at University of California campuses in the Bay Area joined thousands of employees statewide Tuesday in a one-day strike, claiming unfair labor practices.
Oakland woman convicted in $336K unemployment fraud scam gets prison
An Oakland woman was sentenced to 33 months and a day in federal prison for making fraudulent unemployment insurance claims using stolen identities, according to federal prosecutors.
A's lose big to Cubs 18-3 in first game in West Sacramento
The Chicago Cubs pounded the Athletics 18-3 on Monday night to spoil their first game in their new West Sacramento home.
More rain, gusty winds across Bay Area before warmer weather returns
The Bay Area will continue to experience unsettled weather for the next couple of days as breezy rain showers move through the region.
DOJ to seek death penalty against Luigi Mangione, AG Bondi says
AG Pam Bondi directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect.
San Francisco Muni ridership increases to 75% of pre-pandemic numbers
San Francisco's Muni ridership reached 158 million trips in 2024, edging ridership recovery up to 75 percent of pre-pandemic numbers, officials said Monday.
Trump official admits "administrative error" in deporting man to El Salvador
Top ICE official calls removal of Kilmar Abrego Garcia on deportation flight that sent him to a supermax prison in El Salvador an "administrative error."
Athletics bat boy bats down drone in left field during game
Veteran Athletics bat boy Stewart Thalblum used a bat to swat down a drone that suddenly appeared near the left-field wall during a game at Sutter Health Park.
Six of the ten U.S. cities with the worst air pollution are in Southern California, report says
A new report shows that some of the nation's most polluted cities are in Southern California, four of which call the Inland Empire home.
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Trump official admits "administrative error" in deporting man to El Salvador
Top ICE official calls removal of Kilmar Abrego Garcia on deportation flight that sent him to a supermax prison in El Salvador an "administrative error."
Muwekma Ohlone want land of San Francisco Presidio restored to tribe
With the uncertainty of the Presidio Trust's future in San Francisco, the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe of San Francisco Bay has sent a letter to the Trump administration asking for the government to restore the Presidio back to its tribe.
Group trying to recall Contra Costa County DA faces financial challenges
It appears that electoral "buyer's remorse" is continuing as Contra Costa's Diana Becton has become the next Bay Area district attorney to face a recall effort.
Federal agency workers supporting museums, libraries put on leave
Nearly all employees at the Institute of Museum and Library Services, which supports U.S. museums and libraries, were put on administrative leave Monday, an administration official said.
Alameda County Democratic Party tells Oakland mayoral candidate Loren Taylor to stop using its logo in campaign materials
In the final weeks of Oakland's special mayoral election, the Alameda County Democratic Party is crying foul over the use of its logo on a mailer from Loren Taylor's campaign.
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Athletics bat boy bats down drone in left field during game
Veteran Athletics bat boy Stewart Thalblum used a bat to swat down a drone that suddenly appeared near the left-field wall during a game at Sutter Health Park.
A's lose big to Cubs 18-3 in first game in West Sacramento
The Chicago Cubs pounded the Athletics 18-3 on Monday night to spoil their first game in their new West Sacramento home.
Big league ball at Sutter Health Park means big league prices for A's games
To be there in all the action, it's going to cost a pretty penny.
Some former A's fans in the Bay Area say they won't follow the team in Sacramento
Monday will be a tough day for Bay Area A's fans as the team gets ready to play its home opener away from Oakland for the first time in more than 50 years.
Stanford hires Frank Reich as interim football coach
Stanford has hired former NFL head coach Frank Reich as the interim football coach following the firing of Troy Taylor, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press.
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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.
President Jimmy Carter left behind huge environmental legacy
When it came to protecting Mother Earth, in many respects, the late President Jimmy Carter was way ahead of his time.
Special boxes help keep trash from flowing into Bay Area waters
Climate change is triggering more frequent and intense storms as well as flooding. Now a real-life buried treasure – known as a Debris Separating Baffle Box - is seeking to trap the trash before it pollutes critical Bay Area waters.
Holiday revelry in United States produces massive quantity of plastic waste
According to Stanford Researchers, during the holidays, from Thanksgiving to New Year's Eve, Americans create a gigantic mountain of plastic waste, about 25% more waste compared to the rest of the year.
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Tuesday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 4/1/25
For the first day of April, expect showers to continue, with unsettled conditions in the afternoon. On Wednesday, expect dry conditions to return. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
Monday evening First Alert weather forecast with Paul Heggen - 3-31-2025
More rain is expected into the evening hours Monday, with unsettled conditions continuing on the first day of April before temperatures begin to warm up this weekend. Paul Heggen has the forecast.
More rain, gusty winds across Bay Area before warmer weather returns
The Bay Area will continue to experience unsettled weather for the next couple of days as breezy rain showers move through the region.
Monday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 3/31/25
Expect showers to continue Monday into the evening hours, with daytime highs in the 60s. For the first day of April, unsettled conditions will continue, before temperatures begin to warm up in the latter half of the week. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
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CA Insurance Commissioner to require more FAIR Plan transparency following CBS News California Investigation
Should it be legal that the public is on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt, but we don't have access to the FAIR Plan financials? California's Insurance Commissioner says, "No." Now he's committing to fix that following a recent CBS News California Investigation. WATCH THE FULL INVESTIGATION HERE: California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive
California FAIR Plan secrets: Why the state's insurer of last resort is so secretive
Once thought of as a small, rarely-used backstop, the FAIR Plan is now one of the largest insurers in the state, and people without FAIR Plan insurance are the ones on the hook for the FAIR Plan's debt. Yet the FAIR Plan is still cloaked in secrecy.
"American Nightmare" survivors Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn use their trauma to help retrain law enforcement
In an exclusive interview, Huskins and Quinn take us through his interrogation, showing us step-by-step how old-school interrogation training led to their "American Nightmare."
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University of California healthcare, research workers stage one-day strike
Tens of thousands of University of California healthcare and research workers across the state went on a one-day strike Tuesday, claiming unfair labor conditions. Veronica Macias reports.
Tuesday morning First Alert weather forecast with Jessica Burch - 4/1/25
For the first day of April, expect showers to continue, with unsettled conditions in the afternoon. On Wednesday, expect dry conditions to return. Jessica Burch has the forecast.
PIX Now morning edition - 4/1/25
CBS News Bay Area evening edition headlines for April 1, 2025. Watch full newscasts streamed at the CBS SF website or on the app.
Oakland A’s fans react to team’s home opener in West Sacramento
Kevin Ko reports on the A's home opener in West Sacramento. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
Residents at Oakland homeless shelter told new closure date likely end of June
Amanda Hari reports on an Oakland homeless shelter. Website: http://kpix.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/CBSSanFrancisco Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSSanFrancisco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kpixtv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/KPIXtv
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
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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San Francisco Muni ridership increases to 75% of pre-pandemic numbers
San Francisco's Muni ridership reached 158 million trips in 2024, edging ridership recovery up to 75 percent of pre-pandemic numbers, officials said Monday.
Eviction notices from Caltrans shock San Francisco businesses
Some business owners who lease property from the California Department of Transportation have been served eviction notices.
Muwekma Ohlone want land of San Francisco Presidio restored to tribe
With the uncertainty of the Presidio Trust's future in San Francisco, the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe of San Francisco Bay has sent a letter to the Trump administration asking for the government to restore the Presidio back to its tribe.
More rain, gusty winds across Bay Area before warmer weather returns
The Bay Area will continue to experience unsettled weather for the next couple of days as breezy rain showers move through the region.
Owners of alleged illegal cannabis grow houses in San Francisco's Bayview face lawsuit
San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu announced Monday that he has filed suit against the owners of multiple warehouses in the city's Bayview which allegedly housed illegal cannabis growing operations.
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Oakland woman convicted in $336K unemployment fraud scam gets prison
An Oakland woman was sentenced to 33 months and a day in federal prison for making fraudulent unemployment insurance claims using stolen identities, according to federal prosecutors.
Workers at Bay Area UC campuses join statewide strike over wages, conditions
Workers at University of California campuses in the Bay Area joined thousands of employees statewide Tuesday in a one-day strike, claiming unfair labor practices.
Oakland Wood Street homeless shelters delay closure date to end of June
People living in two homeless shelters on Wood Street in Oakland will have a little more time with a roof over their heads.
Group trying to recall Contra Costa County DA faces financial challenges
It appears that electoral "buyer's remorse" is continuing as Contra Costa's Diana Becton has become the next Bay Area district attorney to face a recall effort.
Alameda County Democratic Party tells Oakland mayoral candidate Loren Taylor to stop using its logo in campaign materials
In the final weeks of Oakland's special mayoral election, the Alameda County Democratic Party is crying foul over the use of its logo on a mailer from Loren Taylor's campaign.
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Legislators propose national park honoring César Chávez and farm worker movement
Two California legislators on Monday introduced a bill that would create the César E. Chávez and the Farmworker Movement National Historical Park, preserving multiple sites associated with the civil rights icon and the movement he led.
San Jose suspect arrested in connection with weekend fatal shooting
Police in San Jose on Monday confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting over the weekend at a Locust Street residence.
Following strike, VTA light rail service restored on Orange Line, part of Blue Line
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority announced Monday that light rail service has resumed on part of the system for the first time since the end of the strike, while repairs continue in other areas.
Stanford hires Frank Reich as interim football coach
Stanford has hired former NFL head coach Frank Reich as the interim football coach following the firing of Troy Taylor, a person familiar with the move told The Associated Press.
San Jose police investigating fatal shooting near Locust, W. Virginia streets
A man in San Jose was shot and killed Saturday evening, police said.
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Petaluma e-bike rider arrested following weekend police pursuit
A 20-year-old Petaluma man was arrested Saturday after allegedly leading officers on a chase while he was riding an electric bicycle, police said.
Marin County sheriff's deputy pursuit in San Rafael ends in deadly crash
The California Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal collision that resulted from a Marin County Sheriff's deputy pursuit on Friday, the Sheriff's Office said.
Cybertruck parked in Novato driveway vandalized, suspect on the run
Police in Novato are on the search for a suspect who vandalized a Tesla Cybertruck early Saturday morning.
Bay Area car buyers close deals amid looming Trump tariffs on imported vehicles
Bay Area car dealerships are expected to be busy this weekend as buyers seek to close deals, as the Trump administration's looming tariffs on imported vehicles may soon take effect, possibly as early as next week.
Crash shuts down northbound U.S. Highway 101 near Cloverdale
A crash shut down traffic on northbound U.S. Highway 101 near Cloverdale on Thursday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol.
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Oakland Wood Street homeless shelters delay closure date to end of June
People living in two homeless shelters on Wood Street in Oakland will have a little more time with a roof over their heads.
Eviction notices from Caltrans shock San Francisco businesses
Some business owners who lease property from the California Department of Transportation have been served eviction notices.
SF philanthropist Roselyne Swig remains dedicated to her mission at 94
San Francisco philanthropist Roselyne "Cissie" Swig, at 94 years old, remains a prominent figure in the city's social justice and arts communities.
Family fighting to stay in Los Altos Hills after decades of caretaking work
For over 50 years, a small slice of land right off the Rhus Ridge trailhead in the Los Altos foothills has been home for the Girouard family.
San Jose mayor pushing for eminent domain use on abandoned church
San Jose's mayor is proposing a legal battle to buy back a dilapidated, historical church left abandoned for years after a failed restoration plan.
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Oakland woman convicted in $336K unemployment fraud scam gets prison
An Oakland woman was sentenced to 33 months and a day in federal prison for making fraudulent unemployment insurance claims using stolen identities, according to federal prosecutors.
DOJ to seek death penalty against Luigi Mangione, AG Bondi says
AG Pam Bondi directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect.
Trump official admits "administrative error" in deporting man to El Salvador
Top ICE official calls removal of Kilmar Abrego Garcia on deportation flight that sent him to a supermax prison in El Salvador an "administrative error."
Workers at Bay Area UC campuses join statewide strike over wages, conditions
Workers at University of California campuses in the Bay Area joined thousands of employees statewide Tuesday in a one-day strike, claiming unfair labor practices.
Athletics bat boy bats down drone in left field during game
Veteran Athletics bat boy Stewart Thalblum used a bat to swat down a drone that suddenly appeared near the left-field wall during a game at Sutter Health Park.
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Workers at Bay Area UC campuses join statewide strike over wages, conditions
Workers at University of California campuses in the Bay Area joined thousands of employees statewide Tuesday in a one-day strike, claiming unfair labor practices.
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg substitutes recalled due to bleach
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg products have been recalled because they may include a cleaning solution, USDA says.
Bay Area lab utilizes AI in search for next effective weight loss drug
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, especially here in the Bay Area, one lab is working to use AI technology to find the next effective weight loss drug.
Senate confirms Marty Makary to lead FDA, Jay Bhattacharya to head NIH
Both agencies are part of the Department of Health and Human Services, which like much of the federal government, has seen mass layoffs as part of the Trump administration's ongoing efforts to implement budget cuts.
San Jose leaders approve $427 fee for first responder calls
The City of San Jose will soon start billing residents for calling 911. It's called a "first responder fee" and would be charged when someone needs medical attention from the fire department.
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Oakland woman convicted in $336K unemployment fraud scam gets prison
An Oakland woman was sentenced to 33 months and a day in federal prison for making fraudulent unemployment insurance claims using stolen identities, according to federal prosecutors.
DOJ to seek death penalty against Luigi Mangione, AG Bondi says
AG Pam Bondi directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect.
San Jose suspect arrested in connection with weekend fatal shooting
Police in San Jose on Monday confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting over the weekend at a Locust Street residence.
Following strike, VTA light rail service restored on Orange Line, part of Blue Line
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority announced Monday that light rail service has resumed on part of the system for the first time since the end of the strike, while repairs continue in other areas.
Owners of alleged illegal cannabis grow houses in San Francisco's Bayview face lawsuit
San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu announced Monday that he has filed suit against the owners of multiple warehouses in the city's Bayview which allegedly housed illegal cannabis growing operations.
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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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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.
Transgender advocates prepare for aggressive policies of incoming Trump administration
John Ramos reports on how transgender advocates reacted to President Trump's announcement the government would only recognize two genders.
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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.