Pope Francis says priests can bless same-sex unions, requests shouldn't be matter of moral analysis
The Vatican issued a new document explaining a radical change in Vatican policy by insisting that people seeking God’s love and mercy shouldn’t be subject to “an exhaustive moral analysis" to receive it.
The Vatican issued a new document explaining a radical change in Vatican policy by insisting that people seeking God’s love and mercy shouldn’t be subject to “an exhaustive moral analysis" to receive it.
Stanford under civil rights investigation for antisemitism, Islamophobia on campus
The Dept. of Education says schools must ensure students are free from discrimination, including that based on ancestry. Some students say they don’t feel like the university is living up to that standard.
The Dept. of Education says schools must ensure students are free from discrimination, including that based on ancestry. Some students say they don’t feel like the university is living up to that standard.
Southwest Airlines celebrated for policy to give a full row to 'passengers of size' for free
A plus-sized travel expert and TikToker says, 'I hope to see more airlines implement customer-of-size policies.'
A plus-sized travel expert and TikToker says, 'I hope to see more airlines implement customer-of-size policies.'
Jewish, Arab, Muslim groups often at odds, unite to replace vandalized menorah in Oakland
A show of solidarity in Oakland after a menorah at Lake Merritt was vandalized and thrown into the water, brought a rare gathering of groups which often are at odds, to the site on Wednesday night for a dedication and re-lighting of a new menorah in its place.
A show of solidarity in Oakland after a menorah at Lake Merritt was vandalized and thrown into the water, brought a rare gathering of groups which often are at odds, to the site on Wednesday night for a dedication and re-lighting of a new menorah in its place.
Disneyland guest goes on racist rant after woman speaks Spanish to son
A mom confronted a woman for allegedly making racist remarks at Disneyland – with the latter even confirming some of the offensive comments on camera.
A mom confronted a woman for allegedly making racist remarks at Disneyland – with the latter even confirming some of the offensive comments on camera.
Monterey man arrested on suspicion of anti-Muslim hate crime
Police in Monterey are investigating an alleged hate crime that occurred the first week of December, the department said Friday.
Police in Monterey are investigating an alleged hate crime that occurred the first week of December, the department said Friday.
Black nurses conference moves from Florida to San Francisco in 2024
The National Black Nurses Association announced it would be moving its annual conference from Florida to right here in the Bay Area; officials with the organization say it's a result of anti-Black legislation that has recently been passed in Florida.
The National Black Nurses Association announced it would be moving its annual conference from Florida to right here in the Bay Area; officials with the organization say it's a result of anti-Black legislation that has recently been passed in Florida.
Jews celebrate Hanukkah under cloud of war, spike in antisemitism
The Jewish celebration of Light, known as Hanukkah, begins Thursday at sunset. This holiday comes at a time when antisemitic attacks and rhetoric are at an all-time high.
The Jewish celebration of Light, known as Hanukkah, begins Thursday at sunset. This holiday comes at a time when antisemitic attacks and rhetoric are at an all-time high.
Moscow gay bars raided by police after Supreme Court decision deeming LGBTQ+ movement 'extremist'
Russian security forces raided gay clubs and bars across Moscow Friday night, less than 48 hours after the country’s top court banned what it called the “global LGBTQ+ movement” as an extremist organization.
Russian security forces raided gay clubs and bars across Moscow Friday night, less than 48 hours after the country’s top court banned what it called the “global LGBTQ+ movement” as an extremist organization.
Native American Heritage Month: Health leader Martin Waukazoo retires
On the grand staircase at San Francisco City Hall, Martin Waukazoo stood with three other community leaders to receive awards at the 2023 Native American Heritage Month celebration in November.
On the grand staircase at San Francisco City Hall, Martin Waukazoo stood with three other community leaders to receive awards at the 2023 Native American Heritage Month celebration in November.
Santa Clara County reaches $90K settlement with woman whose hijab was removed in jail
Santa Clara County has agreed to a $90,000 settlement with a Muslim woman who said her hijab was inappropriately removed when she was being booked into jail last year.
Santa Clara County has agreed to a $90,000 settlement with a Muslim woman who said her hijab was inappropriately removed when she was being booked into jail last year.
New mural at historic Marcus Books in Oakland
A historic bookstore in Oakland celebrated as it unveiled its newest work of art.
A historic bookstore in Oakland celebrated as it unveiled its newest work of art.
Muslim girl, 12, allegedly assaulted by classmates after school in SF
A Muslim middle school student in San Francisco says she was the victim of an Islamophobic attack by two classmates as she walked home from school.
A Muslim middle school student in San Francisco says she was the victim of an Islamophobic attack by two classmates as she walked home from school.
Bullying online and in-person worse in Bay Area than the national average
The Northern California chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR) found that when it comes to bullying children, the Bay Area is worse than most.
The Northern California chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR) found that when it comes to bullying children, the Bay Area is worse than most.
Black-owned San Francisco bakery burglarized and left with over $25K in losses
A Black-owned bakery in San Francisco was dealt a huge blow when it was burglarized Tuesday morning. Despite the setback, the owner has demonstrated resilience and a commitment to his community.
A Black-owned bakery in San Francisco was dealt a huge blow when it was burglarized Tuesday morning. Despite the setback, the owner has demonstrated resilience and a commitment to his community.
Jury acquits 2nd officer in death of Elijah McClain
The 23-year-old Black man was put in a neck hold and injected with ketamine after being stopped by police as he walked home from a convenience store.
The 23-year-old Black man was put in a neck hold and injected with ketamine after being stopped by police as he walked home from a convenience store.
Dia de Los Muertos celebration a symbolic way to honor the dead in SF's Mission District
Dia de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, celebrations took place all over the Bay Area Thursday night.
Dia de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, celebrations took place all over the Bay Area Thursday night.
Intellectual discourse, Black excellence network flourish from initial dinner gatherings
In an inspiring tale of friendship and determination, a casual idea has turned into a groundbreaking television show.
In an inspiring tale of friendship and determination, a casual idea has turned into a groundbreaking television show.
Roger Goodell: NFL still needs more minority coach hires
There are six minority head coaches, including three who are Black.
There are six minority head coaches, including three who are Black.
Court documents reveal new information about murder of 6-year-old Muslim boy
The uncle of 6-year-old Wadea Al-Fayoume revealed on Monday the boy's last words to his mother.
The uncle of 6-year-old Wadea Al-Fayoume revealed on Monday the boy's last words to his mother.