Bay Area fundraisers: Concert, car wash and small businesses helping L.A. fire victims
Bay Area residents are holding fundraisers to help the Southern California fire victims this weekend. There will be a car wash in Oakland on Saturday, Jan. 11 and a concert in San Francisco on Sunday, Jan. 12.
2021 Recovery Rebate Credit: What it is and who qualifies
Approximately 1 million taxpayers will receive unclaimed rebate payments from the IRS in the coming weeks.
Youth and adult offenders volunteer at Oakland toy giveaway to give back
An Oakland nonprofit helping at-risk youth and adult offenders turn their lives around, is preparing to host its first toy giveaway this weekend.
Beloved Bay Area WWII veteran and TikTok star "Papa Jake" turns 102
He’s a Bay Area treasure. World War II veteran Jake Larson will mark his 102nd birthday this week. The war hero, and now TikTok star is known across the country and around the globe as “Papa Jake."
California teen makes history as youngest to pass state bar exam, breaking her brother's record
A California 17-year-old has made history by becoming the youngest person to pass the challenging state bar exam, breaking the previous record that happened to be set by her brother, district attorney officials said.
California single mom passes state bar on first try, her emotional reaction video goes viral
A California single mom of two recently received the joyous news that she passed the state bar exam on her first try, and she celebrated the momentous occasion with her young children, as they let out uncontrollable tears, ecstatic cries of happiness and relief, and embraced one another tightly.
Is it flu or COVID? At-home tests can now tell you
While symptoms of the flu and COVID are similar, the viruses that cause each illness are different. New tests this winter season can tell you at home what you’re sick with.
101-year-old Bay Area veteran is a TikTok star, giving a new generation perspective on history
At age 101, Martinez resident Jake Larson has lived many lives. The World War II veteran has become a viral TikTok sensation, telling his stories to a new generation.
Pittsburg artist gives back after star-studded career
Before you even get in the doors at the senior art therapy class at the Pittsburg Community Center, you can hear the laughter and the applause, as art teacher Ronald Mcdowell praises and gushes over the work of his students.
Specific mask mandates go into effect in 6 Bay Area counties
The counties with the mask requirements include San Francisco, Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara, Napa and San Mateo.
13-year-old Hayward girl saves family, neighbors from fire
A 13-year-old Hayward girl is credited with saving her family's home and likely those of her neighbors.
Oakland youth football team raising money for national championship in Florida
An East Bay youth football team is fundraising for a trip to Florida after qualifying for the American Youth Football National Championship.
The impact of domestic violence on women in prison for killing their abusers
A Stanford study surveyed 650 women incarcerated in California and found that intimate partner violence often led women to long prison sentences for acts of survival.
Hurricane Milton uncovers lost wedding ring after nearly a decade
After a challenging few days, Palm Coast couple Laura and Basil Yorio found a surprising silver lining following their evacuation from Hurricane Milton.
Mask mandates returning to several Bay Area counties
The local health orders require masks to be worn in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and other healthcare facilities.
Mixologists kick off 'Oakland Style' to showcase the best of The Town
Oakland kicked off a series of events on Wednesday night, designed to attract people to the city. It's called "Oakland Style." It highlighted the best of what the city has to offer in cuisine, culture, and art. There was a new event this year. Organizers added a mixologist competition.
Latina business owner opens Lafayette's newest store, Vintage Vida
One of the newest retail stores in downtown Lafayette, specializing in items from decades past, is the creation of one of the few Latina business owners in the city.
Lucha libre, cultural phenomenon, brings Hispanic heritage to the Bay Area
Each time they mask up with their shimmering predator-like costumes, inspired by Mayan and Aztec soldiers, they’re preserving Hispanic culture one wrestling move at a time.
Is my COVID test expired? How to check, and what to do
If you have unused COVID tests lying around at home, they may be OK to still use. Here’s what to know as the cold and flu season ramps up.