Nike’s diversity initiatives under EEOC scrutiny for alleged discrimination against White workers

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is investigating Nike over allegations that the company’s diversity initiatives unlawfully discriminated against White employees and job applicants.

San Francisco's mayor signs reparations fund ordinance for city's Black residents

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie has signed an ordinance creating a reparations fund for Black residents. It's a step supporters say acknowledges historic harm, but critics argue is unnecessary and legally questionable.

Indigenous artists reclaim culture and community through music

Indigenous musicians like Colorado-raised rapper and climate activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez and Peruvian rapper Renata Flores are redefining success in the streaming era by centering community, language, and cultural roots.

FBI agents fired for kneeling during 2020 protest sue over termination

Twelve former FBI agents filed a lawsuit to get their jobs back after being fired for kneeling during a 2020 racial justice protest, an action they claim was meant to avoid a volatile situation.

Assata Shakur, Black liberation figure and activist sought by US, dies in Cuba

Shakur, who was born Joanne Deborah Chesimard, died Thursday in the capital city of Havana due to "health conditions and advanced age," Cuba’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.

UC Berkeley named 'hostile' to Muslim students by CAIR

A prominent Bay Area university has a dubious distinction — UC Berkeley was placed on a list of centers for higher learning deemed "hostile" to Muslim students.

Kaiser Permanente pauses gender-affirming care for youth under 19

Kaiser Permanente will pause gender-affirming surgeries for patients under the age of 19, the healthcare provider announced.

Student loan forgiveness program getting Trump overhaul: What’s changing

Here’s a look at how President Trump and the Education Department are looking to reshape the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, which cancels student debt for some employees after 10 years.

San Francisco leaders stand up against antisemitic attacks: 'Zero tolerance' for hate

San Francisco leaders gathered on the steps of City Hall on Friday to denounce a recent string of antisemitic attacks. Joining them were residents and business owners who have found themselves targeted.

Petaluma man arrested after threatening to execute school official over Pride flags

A man was arrested Thursday after allegedly threatening to execute a Petaluma City Schools employee unless all Pride flags were removed from school grounds. 

Allegations of racist taunts swirl during East Bay high school baseball game

An East Bay high school varsity baseball team celebrated its senior night on Friday, but the excitement was overshadowed by a disturbing scene at a recent game where several players faced racist taunts from opposing players.

Dublin High School students protest removal of pride flag

Students and teachers at Dublin High School are speaking out after they were told the pride flag that flies out front has to be taken down. District officials say it violates policy. But LGBTQ students believe it was a community complaint that triggered the move.

Authorities weigh charges in alleged attack outside Morgan Hill prayer service

The Santa Clara County District Attorney's office is considering whether to file charges following an alleged attack outside a Muslim prayer service.

Annual 'Black Joy Parade' returns to Oakland

The annual Black Joy Parade returned to the streets of Oakland on Sunday. The parade is one of several events around the Bay Area celebrating Black History Month.