Oakland Unified teachers vote to authorize strike
Oakland Unified teachers on Tuesday voted in favor of striking over several reasons, including unfair labor practices and wages.
Oakland Unified teachers on Tuesday voted in favor of striking over several reasons, including unfair labor practices and wages.
Nearly 1,500 books were banned in first half of school year: Report
PEN America recorded more book bans during the fall 2022 semester than in each of the prior two semesters.
PEN America recorded more book bans during the fall 2022 semester than in each of the prior two semesters.
Concord school transforms into 'Wonderland' for Pride Prom
Concord High School turned into "Wonderland" Saturday for the second annual Pride Prom in Contra Costa County.
Concord High School turned into "Wonderland" Saturday for the second annual Pride Prom in Contra Costa County.
Sydney West's family 'baffled' by her 2020 disappearance in California
The family of Sydney West says they are "baffled" by the college student's disappearance from San Francisco in 2020.
The family of Sydney West says they are "baffled" by the college student's disappearance from San Francisco in 2020.
Millbrae teacher accused, arrested for sexual assault of student
A Millbrae teacher has been arrested after allegedly sexually assaulting a middle school student, school district officials said.
A Millbrae teacher has been arrested after allegedly sexually assaulting a middle school student, school district officials said.
Youth math tutor arrested for alleged possession of child sex abuse material
The director of a math tutoring center in South San Jose has been arrested on suspicion of possessing and distributing materials showing the sexual abuse of children, police said Thursday.
The director of a math tutoring center in South San Jose has been arrested on suspicion of possessing and distributing materials showing the sexual abuse of children, police said Thursday.
Washington State middle school blasted for 'highly vile' licking game between staff and students
A Washington state middle school hosted a licking competition between students and staff, prompting outcry from parents.
A Washington state middle school hosted a licking competition between students and staff, prompting outcry from parents.
Oakland school teachers prepared to strike
The Oakland School District may be facing another teacher strike in the very near future. The District and the union appear to be far apart on many issues, including money.
The Oakland School District may be facing another teacher strike in the very near future. The District and the union appear to be far apart on many issues, including money.
Former sanitation worker to earn Harvard Law degree, raises $70K for blue-collar staff
Rehan Staton had a middle-class upbringing. But everything changed when his mother left the family, and his father had to raise two sons on his own.
Rehan Staton had a middle-class upbringing. But everything changed when his mother left the family, and his father had to raise two sons on his own.
Suspect's mug shot released in brazen Palo Alto sexual assault
Police released the mug shot of the suspect in a Palo Alto sexual assault arrested by UC Berkeley's police as they investigated a series of gropings on campus.
Police released the mug shot of the suspect in a Palo Alto sexual assault arrested by UC Berkeley's police as they investigated a series of gropings on campus.
Suspect in Palo Alto sexual assault arrested by UC Berkeley police
A 34-year-old man was arrested Tuesday in connection with an alleged sexual assault in Palo Alto by UC Berkeley's police as they investigated a series of gropings on campus.
A 34-year-old man was arrested Tuesday in connection with an alleged sexual assault in Palo Alto by UC Berkeley's police as they investigated a series of gropings on campus.
New data shows 70% decline of students carrying guns at California schools since 2001
In the last year alone, there was a shooting on an Oakland school campus, a deadly stabbing at a Santa Rosa school, and reports of stabbings on campuses in San Francisco and San Jose. But new research says California schools have seen a dramatic drop of violence over an 18-year period.
In the last year alone, there was a shooting on an Oakland school campus, a deadly stabbing at a Santa Rosa school, and reports of stabbings on campuses in San Francisco and San Jose. But new research says California schools have seen a dramatic drop of violence over an 18-year period.
‘It was surreal’: Florida native becomes Vanderbilt’s first Black woman neurosurgery resident
A prestigious medical school will see its first Black woman neurosurgery resident ever.
A prestigious medical school will see its first Black woman neurosurgery resident ever.
Woman punched, robbed on UC Berkeley campus
A woman was punched in the head and then robbed on the UC Berkeley campus on Saturday.
A woman was punched in the head and then robbed on the UC Berkeley campus on Saturday.
Riley Gaines 'ambushed and physically hit' after Saving Women's Sports speech at San Francisco State
Former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines was barricaded in a room at San Francisco State University Thursday night after she was physically assaulted following a speech to students about saving women's sports at a Turning Point USA and Leadership Institute event on the campus.
Former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines was barricaded in a room at San Francisco State University Thursday night after she was physically assaulted following a speech to students about saving women's sports at a Turning Point USA and Leadership Institute event on the campus.
Florida teacher fired over 'inappropriate' lesson: 'I didn't do anything wrong'
A teacher in Florida is appealing his termination after being fired over what the district calls an "inappropriate" assignment about school violence, but the teacher says he was just teaching the students how to stay safe.
A teacher in Florida is appealing his termination after being fired over what the district calls an "inappropriate" assignment about school violence, but the teacher says he was just teaching the students how to stay safe.
Bay Area Passover celebrations begin
Passover celebrations began in the Bay Area Wednesday, with many people marking the first night of the Jewish holiday with the traditional seder evening meal, gathering again in large groups after years of pandemic isolation.
Passover celebrations began in the Bay Area Wednesday, with many people marking the first night of the Jewish holiday with the traditional seder evening meal, gathering again in large groups after years of pandemic isolation.
Elon Musk calls NPR 'state-controlled' media; tweet sparks backlash
Elon Musk targets the NPR, saying the broadcasting outlet is state-sponsored media. Experts said the Musk tweet could be a cry for attention.
Elon Musk targets the NPR, saying the broadcasting outlet is state-sponsored media. Experts said the Musk tweet could be a cry for attention.
Berkeley High School robotics team vies for world title
While most Bay Area students are off enjoying spring break, some are back in the classroom working towards a world championship title.
While most Bay Area students are off enjoying spring break, some are back in the classroom working towards a world championship title.
NY Judge bans cameras, cell phones during Trump indictment
Questions swirl over what former President Donald Trump can say about his indictment. Legal experts said it’s likely a gag order could be put on the case preventing Trump and his attorneys from commenting.
Questions swirl over what former President Donald Trump can say about his indictment. Legal experts said it’s likely a gag order could be put on the case preventing Trump and his attorneys from commenting.