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Israel continues attacks across Gaza as hopes for cease-fire fade
Battles are raging across Gaza as Israel indicates it is prepared to fight for months or longer to defeat the territory's Hamas rulers.
Oakland neighborhood uniting to help deter crime in their streets
In Oakland's Laurel District, neighbors on and near Georgia Street are uniting to keep each other safe following a number of home burglaries and violent assaults.
Santa Rosa teen sets $10,000 goal for his 10th annual cookie fundraiser
A Santa Rosa teen has been holding holiday fundraisers for 10 years and has now set an ambitious goal that defies people's expectations of him.
Poll: Most Americans disapprove of Biden's handling of Israel-Hamas war
Rising numbers of Democrats say Biden is supporting Israel too much.
Samuel scores 2 TDs, Purdy throws for career-best 368 yards as 49ers beat Seahawks 28-16
Deebo Samuel scored on a catch and a run and the San Francisco 49ers won their 11th straight division game, beating the Seattle Seahawks 28-16.
Pleasant Hill police chief chided over handling of armed standoff with ex-cop
Pleasant Hill's police chief is facing tough questions over his handling of a multi-day armed standoff with a former Pittsburg officer barricaded inside his home.
7-Eleven security guard shot dead in Oakland Friday night
A security guard working inside an Oakland 7-Eleven was killed Friday night during a robbery.
San Rafael police find ghost gun after arresting 2 on suspicion of shoplifting
San Rafael police arrested two people for allegedly shoplifting at a department store at the Northgate Mall on Saturday.
Donald Trump says he will not testify in civil fraud trial on Monday
Former President Donald Trump was expected to be his defense team's final witness.
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Radical concept still bringing fresh produce to hungry Bay Area families
California food banks used to distribute primarily canned and boxed food, but thanks to an innovative idea from a Bay Area man, they are also able to give away mostly fresh fruits and vegetables.
Click to help Food for Bay Area Families bring needed relief to local food banks
Food banks across the San Francisco Bay Area are struggling to meet the growing need even as federal commodity programs are providing less product to distribute, grocery store donations are waning and cash gifts don't go nearly as far as inflation hovers near a 40-year high.
North Bay food bank sees fast-growing need for their service
Even in fertile agriculture regions like the North Bay counties there are people going hungry who the Redwood Empire Food Bank helps every day.
Man who faced with food scarcity as SJSU student keeps people fed at Fremont hospital
A Bay Area resident who sometimes struggled to get meals while in college has found success in a career where his main job is to make sure people are fed.
Boy Scouts support Bay Area food banks with annual campaign
Bay Area members of the Boy Scouts of America helped to collect thousands of pounds of donations for local food banks this month as part of an annual campaign to help those in need.
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Samuel scores 2 TDs, Purdy throws for career-best 368 yards as 49ers beat Seahawks 28-16
Deebo Samuel scored on a catch and a run and the San Francisco 49ers won their 11th straight division game, beating the Seattle Seahawks 28-16.
Geno Smith out for Seahawks against 49ers; Drew Lock makes 1st start since 2021 season
Geno Smith will miss Seattle's game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday with a groin injury, setting the stage for Drew Lock to make his first start for the Seahawks.
San Francisco native Devin Haney wins WBC belt in front of hometown crowd
Devin Haney beat Regis Prograis by unanimous decision in his division debut to win the WBC super welterweight title in his hometown on Saturday night.
Shohei Ohtani signs with the Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani announced Saturday that he is staying in Southern California, signing a 10-year deal with the Boys in Blue.
Thunder top Warriors 138-136 in overtime
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 38 points and the Thunder defeated the Warriors 138-136 in overtime on Friday night.
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Climate solutions from the Arctic, the fastest-warming place on Earth
Climate change is an urgent problem in the Arctic. From renewable energy to avalanche protection, here's what we can learn from how people there are protecting their way of life.
Ancient methane escaping from melting glaciers could warm the planet more
Spiking temperatures in the Arctic are rapidly melting glaciers. Scientists are now worried about underground methane, a potent greenhouse gas, leaking up to the surface.
Warm, wet winter may usher in longer allergy season
Experts are predicting strong El Niño conditions this winter with heavier rains and warmer temperatures. Those factors combined with the rising carbon dioxide levels causing climate change could actually worsen allergies and asthma.
Berkeley kids plant tiny forests in fight to slow climate change
Berkeley students led by their science teacher are planting tiny micro forests to curb the impacts of climate change.
Port of SF, US Army Corps plan to raise landmark Ferry Building due to rising sea levels
In order to combat the impacts of sea level rise, the Port of San Francisco and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are planning on raising the iconic, historic Ferry Building by as much as seven feet.
BART on the Brink
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BART funding puzzle challenges transit officials
With ridership less than half what it was pre-pandemic, BART needs to come up with a new source of funding fast.
What would the Bay Area be like without BART? A look at the past gives a glimpse
Funding concerns have previously brought BART's future into question, and while it secured funding, what would the Bay Area be like if it had not?
VR360: BART enthusiast still optimistic about system's future despite current issues
Despite the problems plaguing BART, some riders are happy to continue using the transit system they love and are optimistic it will recover.
BART commuters say crime, open drug use is keeping people away from the transit system
BART is on the brink, and it's not just remote work keeping passengers away.
BART's San Jose extension years away as project, ridership fall far short of expectations
BART enables San Francisco residents to make a South Bay commute between home and office seamlessly without owning a car.
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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.
Banko Brown's father speaks out about his killing; 'Like an old lynching'
The father of Banko Brown, the man shot dead by a security guard at a San Francisco Walgreens store, spoke publicly about the killing for the first time Wednesday after retaining civil rights attorney John Burris.
Long-lost photos of Japanese Americans provide poignant glimpse into NorCal history
A chance discovery of a box of photos in a Yuba County storage locker is giving people a unique insight into their community after local historians took it upon themselves to document an important moment in time.
Dark moments on Golden Gate Bridge led to life transforming medical procedure
You never know what life is going to throw in your path. Just ask Debbie Menzies.
Exclusive: Antioch Police Chief Steven Ford on racist text scandal, troubled department
On the one-year anniversary of his taking the job, Antioch police chief Steven Ford addressed the racist texting scandal embroiling his department in a frank discussion with KPIX reporter Katie Nielsen.
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First Alert Weather Sunday morning forecast 12-10-23
Cool temperatures continue this weekend with the possibility of rain returning late next week (12-10-2023)
First Alert Weather Saturday night forecast 12-9-23
Meteorologist Darren Peck says there is a chance of rain at the far end of his work week forecast.
First Alert Weather Saturday morning forecast 12-9-23
with Paul Heggen
First Alert Weather Friday night forecast 12-8-23
Chief meteorologist Paul Heggen has the weekend forecast
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Marathon Petroleum gives nearly $50,000 to help Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano
Reed Cowan reports on a huge donation made to the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano.
Santa Rosa sets ambitious goal for his 10th annual cookie fundraiser
John Ramos reports on a Santa Rosa teen who has been selling cookies to fundraise for a Secret Santa event for those in need.
Santa Rosa teen sets ambitious goal for his 10th annual cookie fundraiser
John Ramos reports on a Santa Rosa teen who has been selling cookies to fundraise for a Secret Santa event for those in need.
Oakland neighborhood banding together to help deter crime in area
Da Lin reports on an Oakland neighborhood that is uniting as crime plagues their streets
49ers beat Seahawks 28-16 with Purdy throwing career-best 368 yards
Betty Yu reports on the 49ers and fans who are excited about their winning streak
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
CBS News Bay Area Interviews
Bay Area Jewish, Muslim religious leaders brace for potential violence
Ryan Yamamoto spoke with Rabbi Jacqueline Mates-Muchin, Temple Sinai Oakland and Zahra Billoo, Council on American-Islamic Relations about the threat of violence against U.S. Jews and Muslims. (12-3-23)
Health benefits of going vegan
A new study from Stanford Medicine shows the potential benefits of going vegan. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto spoke to Professor of Medicine at Stanford and senior author of the study, Doctor Christopher Gardner, about the findings.
New Glide CEO has a long history of service to San Francisco
Dr. Gina Fromer is the new president and CEO of Glide, and is a former Glide client herself. She joined CBS News Bay Area anchor Elizabeth Cook to talk about the types of need that Glide is seeing right now, and about some of her goals as she takes on this new role
Pregnancy & pot: New study shows potential risks to babies
Kaiser Permanente looked at more than 360,000 mothers and infants and found types of health risks that could be associated with cannabis use during pregnancy. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto talks to Lyndsay Avalos, PhD, MPH, from Kaiser Permanente's Northern California Division of Research about the findings
RSV cases on the rise
According to the CDC, between 58,000 to 80,000 children under the age of 5 are hospitalized with RSV in the U.S. every year. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto talks to Dr. Dean Winslow, infectious diseases specialist at Stanford Health Care, about the symptoms that parents should be aware of, and what they should do if they're unable to get a shot
Data from wearables reveals risk for premature delivery
We know sleep and movement are important for our health, but now a Stanford study of pregnant women looks at how those two things are linked to the risk for premature death. CBS News Bay Area anchor Ryan Yamamoto asks Nima Aghaeepour, PhD, associate professor of pediatrics neonatology at Stanford Medicine, about the highlights of the study, and the use of wearables
SF & Peninsula News
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Fire damages two San Francisco homes on Judah Street
San Francisco crews have contained a 1-alarm fire on the 600 block of Judah Sunday morning that impacted two homes.
San Francisco native Devin Haney wins WBC belt in front of hometown crowd
Devin Haney beat Regis Prograis by unanimous decision in his division debut to win the WBC super welterweight title in his hometown on Saturday night.
Peninsula elementary school's Las Posadas celebration benefits community
Families came together at a Redwood City elementary school Friday for a community Las Posadas celebration.
Thieves use truck to break-in, steal ATM from SF Richmond District CVS
A CVS store in San Francisco's Richmond District was left in shambles Friday after thieves used a truck to break in and steal an ATM overnight.
Disgruntled Mission District vendors march to protest ban on street sales
Dozens of San Francisco street vendors hit the street Friday, marching from 24th and Mission streets to City Hall to call for the end to the Mission Street vending ban.
East Bay News
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Oakland neighborhood uniting to help deter crime in their streets
In Oakland's Laurel District, neighbors on and near Georgia Street are uniting to keep each other safe following a number of home burglaries and violent assaults.
Alleged drunk driver sideswipes car, rolls and catches fire in Benicia
Benicia police on Sunday said they arrested an allegedly intoxicated driver Saturday after he crashed into a power pole and ended up on fire on its roof.
Update: 3 Oakland cafe workers out of a job after confrontation over anti-Semitic graffiti
Three Oakland cafe workers are no longer on the job following a confrontation this past week with a customer over anti-Semitic graffiti found in the coffee shop's bathroom.
Richmond Chevron refinery receives nuisance violation for odor from bioreactor
Inspectors from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District issued a public nuisance notice of violation to the Chevron Refinery following a Friday inspection.
Wanted man arrested in Vallejo with loaded gun, meth in fanny pack
Vallejo police said Saturday they arrested a man last week who was wanted for allegedly pointing a gun at a woman during an argument in October.
South Bay News
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Police arrest San Jose man for domestic violence, find gun and illegal drugs
San Jose police arrested a man early Sunday for alleged domestic violence and found a firearm and illegal drugs at his home.
Rocket launcher, Uzi among 408 firearms collected in San Jose gun buyback
A rocket launcher and an Uzi were among the 408 firearms collected by law enforcement at a gun buyback in San Jose last weekend.
Postal worker robbed of postal keys, phone in Palo Alto attack
Police in Palo Alto are investigating after a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier was injured and robbed on Wednesday by two suspects who took her postal keys and cell phone.
Monterey County sends more money to Pajaro flood recovery
The Monterey County Board of Supervisors directed more money Wednesday to aid residents and businesses in Pajaro that were impacted by flooding of the unincorporated community in March.
San Jose Earthquakes announce plan to build soccer fields at Santa Clara Fairgrounds
The San Jose Earthquakes are partnering with Santa Clara County and the city of San Jose to bring new professional soccer fields and a training facility to the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.
North Bay News
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Santa Rosa teen sets $10,000 goal for his 10th annual cookie fundraiser
A Santa Rosa teen has been holding holiday fundraisers for 10 years and has now set an ambitious goal that defies people's expectations of him.
San Rafael police find ghost gun after arresting 2 on suspicion of shoplifting
San Rafael police arrested two people for allegedly shoplifting at a department store at the Northgate Mall on Saturday.
Santa Rosa police arrest woman who allegedly stabbed another woman
A 21-year-old woman was arrested Saturday morning for allegedly stabbing another woman after a physical confrontation in Santa Rosa, police said.
Smashing urchins among promising efforts to restore California kelp forests
After purple urchins helped nearly wipe out California's underwater bull kelp forests, biologists say they're seeing promising signs that efforts to save them may be helping.
Head-on collision near Graton leaves 2 dead, 2 seriously injured
Early Saturday morning near Graton, two individuals were killed in a head-on collision.
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Oakland neighborhood uniting to help deter crime in their streets
In Oakland's Laurel District, neighbors on and near Georgia Street are uniting to keep each other safe following a number of home burglaries and violent assaults.
Santa Rosa teen sets $10,000 goal for his 10th annual cookie fundraiser
A Santa Rosa teen has been holding holiday fundraisers for 10 years and has now set an ambitious goal that defies people's expectations of him.
Muttville Senior Dog Rescue in SF gives dogs makeovers to help get them adopted
Bay Area shelters, already stretched to the limit, are bracing for tough times as more and more people surrender their pets because they can no longer afford them.
Alameda winter market showcases local businesses, community initiatives
In the heart of downtown Alameda, holiday shopping takes center stage, offering a unique experience for locals and visitors alike.
Oakley seniors train with canes for self-defense
East Bay seniors are learning to defend themselves by any means necessary.
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Israel continues attacks across Gaza as hopes for cease-fire fade
Battles are raging across Gaza as Israel indicates it is prepared to fight for months or longer to defeat the territory's Hamas rulers.
Oakland neighborhood uniting to help deter crime in their streets
In Oakland's Laurel District, neighbors on and near Georgia Street are uniting to keep each other safe following a number of home burglaries and violent assaults.
Santa Rosa teen sets $10,000 goal for his 10th annual cookie fundraiser
A Santa Rosa teen has been holding holiday fundraisers for 10 years and has now set an ambitious goal that defies people's expectations of him.
Samuel scores 2 TDs, Purdy throws for career-best 368 yards as 49ers beat Seahawks 28-16
Deebo Samuel scored on a catch and a run and the San Francisco 49ers won their 11th straight division game, beating the Seattle Seahawks 28-16.
San Rafael police find ghost gun after arresting 2 on suspicion of shoplifting
San Rafael police arrested two people for allegedly shoplifting at a department store at the Northgate Mall on Saturday.
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FDA approves gene-editing treatment for sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
An end to breast cancer? California company develops groundbreaking vaccine with promising future
An estimated one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, killing on average 42,000 a year in the U.S. But what if a vaccine could significantly lower each woman's chance of ever getting it in the first place?
Online tobacco retailers sued for unlawfully selling flavored products to SF residents
San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu said Wednesday the city is suing three online tobacco retailers for unlawfully selling flavored tobacco products and electronic cigarettes to consumers in San Francisco.
Panera's caffeine-fueled lemonade cited in second death, suit says
Casual dining chain faces another wrongful death suit related to its Charged Lemonade after cardiac arrest of Florida man.
AIDS victims remembered with sidewalk inscriptions in San Francisco
The sidewalks of San Francisco's Castro District became the site of a sprawling memorial on World AIDS Day.
Bay Area Crime
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Oakland neighborhood uniting to help deter crime in their streets
In Oakland's Laurel District, neighbors on and near Georgia Street are uniting to keep each other safe following a number of home burglaries and violent assaults.
San Rafael police find ghost gun after arresting 2 on suspicion of shoplifting
San Rafael police arrested two people for allegedly shoplifting at a department store at the Northgate Mall on Saturday.
Police arrest San Jose man for domestic violence, find gun and illegal drugs
San Jose police arrested a man early Sunday for alleged domestic violence and found a firearm and illegal drugs at his home.
Alleged drunk driver sideswipes car, rolls and catches fire in Benicia
Benicia police on Sunday said they arrested an allegedly intoxicated driver Saturday after he crashed into a power pole and ended up on fire on its roof.
Santa Rosa police arrest woman who allegedly stabbed another woman
A 21-year-old woman was arrested Saturday morning for allegedly stabbing another woman after a physical confrontation in Santa Rosa, 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.
LGBTQ+
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Biden marks Trans Day of Remembrance: "No place for hate in America"
President Biden honored transgender Americans on Trans Day of Remembrance, which falls on Nov. 20 and serves to pay tribute to trans people who have lost their lives to violence.
Laphonza Butler, Newsom's Feinstein replacement, to make LGBT history
Laphonza Butler will be the first Black lesbian to serve in Congress and the first openly LGBT senator from California.
Former KPIX reporter Hank Plante reflects on Dianne Feinstein's legacy
Following the death of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, former KPIX reporter Hank Plante spoke about her legacy among the LGBTQ+ community.
Gov. Newsom signs bills to enhance the state's LGBTQ protections
Gov. Newsom signed bills Saturday aimed at bolstering state protections for LGBTQ+ people, a day after issuing a veto criticized by advocates.
California bill requiring custody courts consider gender identity vetoed
Gov. Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.
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Photos: Depeche Mode delivers decades of hits at Chase Center
Iconic electronic pop band Depeche Mode brought their "Memento Mori Tour" to Chase Center Sunday night, playing hits from the last four-plus decades to a full house.
Photos: Demonstration demanding cease-fire in Gaza shuts down Bay Bridge
Over 100 protesters calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict shut down the westbound Bay Bridge at the height of the morning commute Thursday.
Photos: Rock legends Queen + Adam Lambert play classics at Chase Center
Founding members of Queen Brian May and Roger Taylor brought "The Rhapsody Tour" with singer Adam Lambert to the Chase Center in San Francisco for the first of two nights Wednesday.
Photos: Janelle Monáe brings Age of Pleasure Tour to San Francisco's Bill Graham Civic
R&B maverick Janelle Monáe delivered a splashy, colorful spectacle at the Bill Graham Civic Center in San Francisco Tuesday night, playing fan favorites and songs from her latest effort 'The Age of Pleasure.'
Photos: Family, colleagues and citizens pay tribute to memory of Sen. Dianne Feinstein
A steady stream of mourners, some of them in tears, arrived at San Francisco City Hall Wednesday to pay their respects to the late U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein.
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Radical concept still bringing fresh produce to hungry Bay Area families
California food banks used to distribute primarily canned and boxed food, but thanks to an innovative idea from a Bay Area man, they are also able to give away mostly fresh fruits and vegetables.
Oakley woman giving support, opportunities for joy to those with cancer and their families
An Oakley woman has been offering the kind of support and healing that she didn't find readily available when she was diagnosed with cancer.
2 friends lead nonprofit bringing nourishment to needy in South Bay
A pair of volunteers working for a South Bay organization go out of their way to bring warmth and nourishment to the unhoused, not just during the holidays, but all year round.
Hayward teacher using theater to inspire elementary students to dream big
A Hayward teacher is using the timeless work of Shakespeare to inspire his elementary students to dream big.
Man behind Kingmakers of Oakland nonprofit opening doors for students of color
An Oakland man is helping close the racial gap in graduation rates, as a study by the Brookings Institution shows 76% of Black boys complete high school nationwide compared to 87% of white boys.
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College student gives back to program that changed his life
A onetime pupil has now become a student advisor, giving back after years of mentorship led him to success.
San Rafael student sees the world, but remembers his roots
Police departments all over the country are having a hard time finding new officers, but one Bay Area student is criss-crossing the world while preparing for a career in law enforcement here at home.
Santa Rosa college graduate multi-tasking her way to a master's degree, law school
When most people graduate from college, they tend to focus on one job. But this month's Students Rising Above scholar is currently juggling multiple workplace assignments.
Inseparable San Francisco students overcome hardships together
Itohan Ediae and Qien Feng are getting ready to leave for their first year of college and they are taking a lot with them: excitement, nerves, and memories from what has become an extraordinary friendship.
San Francisco teacher set to begin 42nd year teaching kindergarten
For Yvonne Soracco, walking the campus hallways is like turning pages in a scrapbook of her career.