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Bay Area etiquette coach seeing more Gen Z workers being signed up by employers
One HR professional said that while there has been some friction between Gen Z hires and the traditional workplace, there is also a lot to admire about their approach to work-life balance.
Santa Clara dog park closed after dog death, multiple illness reports
A dog park in Santa Clara has been temporarily closed after a dog died and multiple other dogs became ill after visiting the park, officials said.
Novato city workers on strike, say better wages will help retain workforce
The union representing the Novato workers said one out of five employees has been on the job for less than a year.
RFK Jr. halts $500 million for mRNA vaccine research
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the federal government is calling off around $500 million worth of vaccine development projects that use mRNA technology.
San Jose police chief uses AI to assure residents the department does not enforce immigration laws
San Jose's police chief released a video on Tuesday that uses artificial intelligence to convert his voice into Spanish in a message to residents that the department does not enforce immigration laws.
Bay Area men allegedly posed as FBI agents in robbery of 200 iPhones from Oregon firm
Five Bay Area men have been charged with robbing 200 iPhones from an Oregon business, with two of the suspects posing as FBI agents during the robbery, federal authorities said.
Older Americans turning to AI-powered chatbots for companionship
Jill Smola, a 75-year-old widow, says she spends up to five hours a day talking to a chatbot companion.
Fire near Sunol burns about 15 acres; crews reach 50% containment
The fire began near Calaveras Road and Indian Creek Road in Sunol just before 4 p.m.
Benicia fire crews contain blaze near I-680 that caused temporary road closures
The fire caused a temporary closure of Interstate 680 near Bayshore Road in Benicia around 3:30 p.m.
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Novato city workers on strike, say better wages will help retain workforce
The union representing the Novato workers said one out of five employees has been on the job for less than a year.
RFK Jr. halts $500 million for mRNA vaccine research
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the federal government is calling off around $500 million worth of vaccine development projects that use mRNA technology.
DOJ publishes list of 35 "sanctuary" jurisdictions, vowing more lawsuits
The DOJ published a list of "sanctuary" jurisdictions, vowing to sue them for limiting cooperation with federal immigration agents.
House panel subpoenas Clintons, other ex-officials in Epstein probe
The House Oversight Committee issued subpoenas to Bill and Hillary Clinton and former Justice Department officials for testimony about Jeffrey Epstein.
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Border agents directed to stop deportations under Trump's asylum ban, sources say
Border agents have been directed to stop deporting migrants under President Trump's ban on asylum claims, lifting a sweeping policy that had effectively closed the U.S. asylum system to many migrants, two officials told CBS News.
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Aces bounce back from rout with 101-77 win over Valkyries
Jewell Loyd tied a Las Vegas record with seven 3-pointers and scored a season-high 27 points, and the Aces bounced back from a 53-point loss to roll past the Golden State Valkyries 101-77 on Sunday.
Rafael Devers hits big home run, Giants take series from Mets
Rafael Devers snapped out of a slump with a homer and four RBIs in the Giants' 12-4 victory over the Mets on Sunday.
Valkyries play first of 2 games against the Las Vegas Aces. Here's how to watch
The Valkyries are currently on a three-game win streak.
Pete Alonso hits 250th homer in Mets' 12-6 victory over Giants
The New York Mets beat the San Francisco Giants 12-6 on Saturday to end a four-game losing streak.
A's score 4 in 1st inning, beat Diamondbacks 5-1
Shea Langeliers hit a two-run homer in a four-run first inning and the Athletics beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-1 on Friday night.
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California clean energy push exemplified by Stanford professor's zero net energy home
Clean, renewable energy is powering California to levels never seen before, and a Stanford professor's home is the blueprint for the near future.
Relative of extinct Xerces butterfly helps restore California habitat destroyed in its demise
A butterfly that went extinct decades ago after the destruction of its Bay Area habitat is now the driving force behind its restoration with the help of a close relative now fluttering in its terrain.
Experimental tiles bring life to seawall along San Francisco's Embarcacero
Along San Francisco's Embarcadero, a groundbreaking experiment is revealing promising results.
California winery harnesses the wind to produce its award-winning wine
Off the coast of California, south of Salinas and located at the base of the Santa Lucia Mountains, clusters of high-quality pinot noir and chardonnay grapes ripen in the cooling fog, warming sun and perfect soil.
New report indicates emperor penguins are living on thin ice
Emperor penguins live in some of the most remote and environmentally pristine regions in the world. But that doesn't mean they're safe from the impacts of a warming planet.
New report shows massive plunge in planet's emperor penguin population
Emperor penguins may live in some of the most remote and environmentally pristine regions in the world, but that doesn't mean they're safe from the impacts of a warming planet.
San Francisco beats Los Angeles in international City Nature Challenge
The City Nature Challenge began 10 years ago as a friendly competition between two cities: San Francisco and Los Angeles. Today, it's an international event that involves almost 670 cities and metro areas across six continents.
Oakland shop teams up with Warriors on making sneakers more sustainable
Americans throw away tens of millions of pairs every year. These shoes are not biodegradable. Most end up in landfills, where they contaminate soil and groundwater.
Warming rivers threaten fly fishing industry in California, across country
California is one of the top fly-fishing destinations of the nation, especially when it comes to wild trout. But as climate change continues to warm our rivers, the pressure is growing on California's cold-water fish.
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Tuesday afternoon First Alert Weather forecast 8/5/25
Meteorologist Jessica Burch says high pressure is moving into the region and will push temperatures up above average by the end of the week.
Monday evening First Alert Weather forecast 8/4/25
Meteorologist Paul Heggen says the Bay Area is seeing a return to seasonal normal temperatures by the end of the week.
Monday morning First Alert Weather forecast 8/4/25
Meteorologist Jessica Burch says the Bay Area will see temperatures climb back into seasonal normals and by the end of the week.
First Alert Sunday evening weather forecast - Aug. 5, 2025
Here's a look at the weather forecast Sunday evening.
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California's top prosecutors honor “American Nightmare” survivors Denise Huskins, Aaron Quinn
They were mocked, doubted and even called liars. But now, Denise Huskins and Aaron Quinn, the couple once accused of staging a kidnapping hoax, are being honored by California’s top prosecutors. Here's how their relentless pursuit of justice helped solve cold case crimes and the exclusive confessions they helped uncover.
Fact-checking Trump and Newsom's claims about California gas prices
President Trump and Gov. Gavin Newsom have made several different claims about California gas prices. Here's what we found.
"American Nightmare" kidnapper Matthew Muller gets new life sentence for Contra Costa County crime
Matthew Muller, whose 2015 kidnapping of Denise Huskins was chronicled in the Netflix docuseries "American Nightmare," was sentenced to another life term for a separate home invasion that occurred just weeks later in Contra Costa County.
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Oakland Police Chief attends National Night Out at community church
Amanda Hari reports on National Night Out in Oakland. 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
Bay Area companies sending Gen Z hires to an etiquette coach
Itay Hod reports on Gen Z hires at Bay Area companies being sent to an etiquette coach. 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
Novato city workers go on strike demanding better wages to retain workforce
John Ramos reports on Novato city workers saying they are on strike demanding better wages to better retain their workforce. 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
Santa Clara dog park closed after dog dies; multiple other dogs get sick
Katie Nielsen reports on dogs coming down with a mystery illness after visiting a Santa Clara dog park. 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
San Francisco rental prices climbing due to surge in AI-related hiring
San Francisco is seeing a dramatic rebound in its rental housing market, driven in part by AI startups and demand. Kenny Choi reports on where those spikes are happening in the city and what that means for anyone looking for a place to call home.
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What to know about Tesla's robotaxi plans in the Bay Area
Business Insider tech reporter Grace Kay shares where plans stand with Tesla's robotaxi service in the Bay Area.
Skincare brands make billions selling products, including some harmful to young skin, to tweens
Skincare brands make billions of dollars annually selling stuff to children 12 and under, even though dermatologists caution against minors using some of these products that are meant for adults. The CBS News Confirmed team analyzed top kidfluencers with more than 42 million followers combined and found that 94% of their recent skincare posts did not let kids know they were getting free products or commissions from the brands they promote. That social media marketing is turning many in this generation into so-called "Sephora kids," but they often don't realize that some viral products can harm young skin. Check out what happened when CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts sent her 11-year-old daughter undercover shopping with her friends. BEHIND THE INVESTIGATION: CBS News California investigates troubling trend in skincare industry WATCH PART 1 - Investigating "Sephora Kid" Concerns: How skincare brands make billions selling products to tweens. WATCH PART 2 - Investigating "Sephora Kids" Solutions: Fifth-graders investigate California bill targeting anti-aging skincare sales to minors. READ MORE HERE: How the skincare industry makes billions marketing products to tweens, including some that could harm young skin
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
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Bay Area etiquette coach seeing more Gen Z workers being signed up by employers
One HR professional said that while there has been some friction between Gen Z hires and the traditional workplace, there is also a lot to admire about their approach to work-life balance.
Fire burns 2-unit home in San Francisco's Potrero Hill neighborhood
Firefighters battled a house fire that broke out Tuesday morning in San Francisco's Potrero Hill neighborhood.
Neighborhoods near Golden Gate Park seeing increased parking enforcement
Residents of the area are dealing with extra traffic, road closures, and lots of crowds, but one resident said, for the most part, he enjoys the events at Golden Gate Park.
SF's move to electric appliances driving demand for contractors
One contractor said there is an opportunity to explore a new, worthwhile avenue of work as San Francisco moves towards its goal of net-zero emissions.
San Francisco's last video rental store tucked away in Noe Valley neighborhood
Video Wave is believed to be the last remaining video rental store in San Francisco. It has rows and rows of DVDs and a loyal crowd keeping an old ritual alive.
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Fire near Sunol burns about 15 acres; crews reach 50% containment
The fire began near Calaveras Road and Indian Creek Road in Sunol just before 4 p.m.
Antioch teen bicyclist critically injured in collision with vehicle
A 13-year-old boy on a bicycle was struck by a vehicle and severely injured in Antioch on Monday, authorities said.
Richmond Police kill man who allegedly confronted them while armed with knives
The 400 block of First Street was shut down after the shooting, and it will be closed for several hours, police said just after 7:30 p.m.
Family of Fremont teen missing for over a week launches fundraiser to help find her
The family of Katie Hong, a Fremont teenager missing for over a week, has launched an online fundraiser to help search for her.
Car fire on Interstate 580 in Castro Valley spreads to vegetation
A vegetation fire that started from a car fire in Castro Valley Sunday afternoon was held to about 18 acres, officials said.
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San Jose police chief uses AI to assure residents the department does not enforce immigration laws
San Jose's police chief released a video on Tuesday that uses artificial intelligence to convert his voice into Spanish in a message to residents that the department does not enforce immigration laws.
Santa Clara dog park closed after dog death, multiple illness reports
A dog park in Santa Clara has been temporarily closed after a dog died and multiple other dogs became ill after visiting the park, officials said.
Fatal stabbing in East San Jose follows early-morning fight
A fight in a parking lot in San Jose early Monday morning led to a fatal stabbing, police said.
Richard Tillman faces federal charges in connection to San Jose post office fire
The DOJ said 44-year-old Richard Tillman faces a federal arson charge for the fire in the early morning of July 20.
2 suspects in May stabbing in San Jose arrested in Oakland, Salinas
Two men suspected of attempted murder in a May stabbing incident in San Jose were arrested last week, authorities said Wednesday.
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Novato city workers on strike, say better wages will help retain workforce
The union representing the Novato workers said one out of five employees has been on the job for less than a year.
Benicia fire crews contain blaze near I-680 that caused temporary road closures
The fire caused a temporary closure of Interstate 680 near Bayshore Road in Benicia around 3:30 p.m.
Santa Rosa City Schools wants officers back on campus but faces funding issues
It's been five years since Santa Rosa Schools got rid of their on-campus officers, but then, a series of violent events, including one death, caused the district to have a change of heart.
Napa parents charged with murder, child abuse in 2024 death of toddler
The parents of a 3-year-old Napa boy who died of fentanyl poisoning in 2024 were charged with murder and child abuse, authorities said Monday.
Cal Fire crews hold blaze near St. Helena winery to 2.3 acres
In an update on Tuesday, Cal Fire said the blaze was held to 2.4 acres with no structures damaged or destroyed.
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Neighborhoods near Golden Gate Park seeing increased parking enforcement
Residents of the area are dealing with extra traffic, road closures, and lots of crowds, but one resident said, for the most part, he enjoys the events at Golden Gate Park.
Santa Rosa City Schools wants officers back on campus but faces funding issues
It's been five years since Santa Rosa Schools got rid of their on-campus officers, but then, a series of violent events, including one death, caused the district to have a change of heart.
Pacifica man hosts annual benefit and surf contest for older surfers
A Pacifica man has brought a wave of opportunity and honor to older surfers through a 25-year-old surf contest.
New play at The Marsh in Berkeley tackles ADHD in women of color
A one-woman show from a Bay Area professor is urging women of color to find their voices, no matter what challenges they may face.
Berkeley activist uses Disability Pride Month to promote disability quilt project
Raising the visibility of people living with disabilities has become the mission of an activist and artist-in-residence at the Center of Independent Living in Berkeley.
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Bay Area etiquette coach seeing more Gen Z workers being signed up by employers
One HR professional said that while there has been some friction between Gen Z hires and the traditional workplace, there is also a lot to admire about their approach to work-life balance.
Novato city workers on strike, say better wages will help retain workforce
The union representing the Novato workers said one out of five employees has been on the job for less than a year.
RFK Jr. halts $500 million for mRNA vaccine research
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the federal government is calling off around $500 million worth of vaccine development projects that use mRNA technology.
San Jose police chief uses AI to assure residents the department does not enforce immigration laws
San Jose's police chief released a video on Tuesday that uses artificial intelligence to convert his voice into Spanish in a message to residents that the department does not enforce immigration laws.
Bay Area men allegedly posed as FBI agents in robbery of 200 iPhones from Oregon firm
Five Bay Area men have been charged with robbing 200 iPhones from an Oregon business, with two of the suspects posing as FBI agents during the robbery, federal authorities said.
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Kaiser's pause on youth gender-affirming surgeries sparks divided protest in San Francisco
A tense and confrontational rally unfolded in San Francisco as trans supporters clashed with those who oppose gender affirming surgeries for children.
San Francisco-based company gets FDA approval to produce plant-based salmon
One San Francisco-based company aims to find a sustainable alternative by creating plant-based salmon, and with its recent FDA approval, the founders are even more optimistic about the future.
COVID cases likely rising in half of states, CDC estimates
Many Southeast, Southern and West Coast states are likely seeing an increase in COVID cases.
Exoskeleton hand developed by Concord students gets honor from MIT
While most high school students are enjoying their summer vacation, a group of East Bay teens decided they would rather spend their free time in the classroom and try to perfect their latest invention.
Stanford researchers unveil breakthrough for treating blood clots in stroke, heart attack patients
Stanford researchers have discovered a breakthrough technology that shrinks and removes blood clots to treat strokes, heart attacks, and other clot-related diseases.
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Bay Area men allegedly posed as FBI agents in robbery of 200 iPhones from Oregon firm
Five Bay Area men have been charged with robbing 200 iPhones from an Oregon business, with two of the suspects posing as FBI agents during the robbery, federal authorities said.
Richmond Police kill man who allegedly confronted them while armed with knives
The 400 block of First Street was shut down after the shooting, and it will be closed for several hours, police said just after 7:30 p.m.
Napa parents charged with murder, child abuse in 2024 death of toddler
The parents of a 3-year-old Napa boy who died of fentanyl poisoning in 2024 were charged with murder and child abuse, authorities said Monday.
Oakland women arrested following Healdsburg robbery, pistol-whipping, kidnapping
A manual transmission foiled two would-be carjackers who allegedly kidnapped a man because they couldn't drive his SUV away from a Healdsburg park over the weekend, authorities said.
Fatal stabbing in East San Jose follows early-morning fight
A fight in a parking lot in San Jose early Monday morning led to a fatal stabbing, police said.
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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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SF LGBTQ community concerned about end of specialized 988 care for youth
For the past three years, LGBTQ+ youth could contact 988 and press 3 to connect them to a counselor specifically trained to support their mental health needs.
Bay Area mother, adult son recall lesbian household upbringing, prideful parenting
A Bay Area mother and her adult son are recalling with pride their family journey in a lesbian household that bucked traditional expectations of masculinity.
SFO wins "Most Beautiful" airport award for Harvey Milk Terminal 1
San Francisco International Airport has been declared among the world's "most beautiful" for its design of Harvey Milk Terminal 1, which was completed last year.
Hope, Live, Pride — A Celebration. Stories from the Bay Area's LGBTQ community
Hope, Love, Pride — A Celebration will showcase live reporting from the parade route, special guests in studio, and stories from throughout Pride month that feature people from the Bay Area's LGBTQ community.
San Francisco's Dyke March returns with new organizers after 6-year hiatus
The Dyke March was back in San Francisco and after a six-year hiatus, new organizers came together to put on the event.
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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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.