Sociologists mourn retired UC Berkeley professor killed in hit-and-run crash
Sociologists across the country are mourning the loss of retired UC Berkeley Professor Michael Burawoy, who was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Oakland.
Sociologists across the country are mourning the loss of retired UC Berkeley Professor Michael Burawoy, who was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Oakland.
What Trump's ban on transgender athletes means for San Jose State sports
San Jose State University has not explicitly stated whether it will comply with the new NCAA policy changes after President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning transgender athletes from women's sports.
San Jose State University has not explicitly stated whether it will comply with the new NCAA policy changes after President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning transgender athletes from women's sports.
Ex-teacher sues Oakland Unified School District following student pronoun dispute
The former kindergarten teacher alleges her rights were violated when OUSD fired her for reportedly refusing to use a student's preferred pronouns.
The former kindergarten teacher alleges her rights were violated when OUSD fired her for reportedly refusing to use a student's preferred pronouns.
Is FAFSA part of the Education Department? And other things to know
Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.
Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.
California AG Rob Bonta gives advice if ICE shows up at schools
California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Tuesday highlighted guidance to students, their families and teachers to let them know their rights if ICE agents come to their campuses, as President Donald Trump wields his anti-immigration campaign.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Tuesday highlighted guidance to students, their families and teachers to let them know their rights if ICE agents come to their campuses, as President Donald Trump wields his anti-immigration campaign.
UC Berkeley professor emeritus killed in Oakland hit-and-run crash
A UC Berkeley professor emeritus was killed in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Oakland on Monday.
A UC Berkeley professor emeritus was killed in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Oakland on Monday.
Bay Area schools training staff in case ICE shows up on campus
Schools around the Bay Area are on alert after President Trump said he would allow federal immigration agencies to carry out deportations in areas once considered safe, such as schools, churches, and hospitals.
Schools around the Bay Area are on alert after President Trump said he would allow federal immigration agencies to carry out deportations in areas once considered safe, such as schools, churches, and hospitals.
This Oakland teacher wants to empower students by exposing them to the HBCU experience
For some of the students planning on attending the HBCU exposure experience, it would be their first time outside California, on a plane, visiting a college, or even perhaps wearing a suit.
For some of the students planning on attending the HBCU exposure experience, it would be their first time outside California, on a plane, visiting a college, or even perhaps wearing a suit.
Nation’s Report Card reveals reading scores continue to decline: ‘A heartbreaking reality’
In 2024, the percentage of eighth-graders reading below the basic level was the largest in the assessment’s history, and the percentage of fourth-graders who scored below basic was the largest in 20 years.
In 2024, the percentage of eighth-graders reading below the basic level was the largest in the assessment’s history, and the percentage of fourth-graders who scored below basic was the largest in 20 years.
Drugs, guns seized in Concord police operation
A Concord police operation resulted in the arrests of six individuals and the seizure of illicit goods after they received numerous reports of gang-related incidents and assaults occurring at area schools, authorities said.
A Concord police operation resulted in the arrests of six individuals and the seizure of illicit goods after they received numerous reports of gang-related incidents and assaults occurring at area schools, authorities said.
Trump signs executive order aiming to cut federal funding for ‘woke’ schools
President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at cutting federal funding for schools that promote what he calls "radical, anti-American ideologies."
President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at cutting federal funding for schools that promote what he calls "radical, anti-American ideologies."
Live updates: Federal funding freeze; 1st White House press briefing; buyouts
The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.
The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.
Is FAFSA paused? What we know about federal loan freeze
The federal funding freeze, issued by President Donald Trump, is scheduled to take effect Tuesday.
The federal funding freeze, issued by President Donald Trump, is scheduled to take effect Tuesday.
Classes canceled at Vallejo school following copper theft, cutting off electricity
A school in Vallejo is left without power after copper wire was stolen from the building, shutting down operations.
A school in Vallejo is left without power after copper wire was stolen from the building, shutting down operations.
Fort Worth ISD substitute teacher urges ICE to remove students from high school
Fort Worth ISD is looking into a teacher's social media post urging Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to go to North Side High School to remove students believed to be in the U.S. illegally.
Fort Worth ISD is looking into a teacher's social media post urging Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to go to North Side High School to remove students believed to be in the U.S. illegally.
Vallejo considers closing, consolidating schools amid enrollment decline
The Vallejo City Unified School District (VCUSD) Governing Board reviewed options for school closures and consolidations during a study session on Wednesday, the board announced.
The Vallejo City Unified School District (VCUSD) Governing Board reviewed options for school closures and consolidations during a study session on Wednesday, the board announced.
Sonoma State student-athletes file complaint against university
A grassroots organization working to preserve the athletics department of Sonoma State University has recently filed a complaint against the school over its decision to shut down the department.
A grassroots organization working to preserve the athletics department of Sonoma State University has recently filed a complaint against the school over its decision to shut down the department.
Sonoma State kills athletic department, some education programs
Facing a $24 million budget deficit, Sonoma State University is ending all eleven of its sports programs and cutting out or rolling back other programs and people, and on Friday, meetings were held on campus where students and instructors vented their angst and anger.
Facing a $24 million budget deficit, Sonoma State University is ending all eleven of its sports programs and cutting out or rolling back other programs and people, and on Friday, meetings were held on campus where students and instructors vented their angst and anger.
San Mateo County schools launch education campaign on potential campus immigration enforcement
President Trump announced this week that his administration will allow federal immigration authorities to conduct raids in what are called "sensitive" areas – including places of worship and schools.
President Trump announced this week that his administration will allow federal immigration authorities to conduct raids in what are called "sensitive" areas – including places of worship and schools.
Santa Rosa Schools holds final town hall on looming school closures
Santa Rosa City Schools hosted a final town hall Thursday, as the district considers school consolidation and closure options due a $20 million deficit.
Santa Rosa City Schools hosted a final town hall Thursday, as the district considers school consolidation and closure options due a $20 million deficit.