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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New mural at historic Marcus Books in Oakland
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Roger Goodell: NFL still needs more minority coach hires
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.
Bilingual newspaper in Mission District celebrates over 50 years in service to SF's Latino community
A bilingual newspaper in San Francisco is celebrating more than five decades of service to the Bay Area’s Latino community. The newspaper is the longest-running bilingual publication in California, based in the Mission District.
Gov. Newsom signs new ‘Ebony Alert’ law to specifically warn when Black youth, women go missing
California officials say the law will 'raise public awareness about the disproportionate numbers of Black missing persons.'
Precita Eyes highlights SF Mission's long-standing legacy as a mural destination
San Francisco's Mission District is home to hundreds of outdoor murals making it a global destination for this art form.
Tulsa Race Massacre survivor Hughes Van Ellis dies at 102
Hughes Van Ellis was the youngest known survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre. He was just 6 months old when he and his family escaped what is widely considered one of the most stark examples of racial violence in American history.
Chipotle faces federal lawsuit over allegations of religious harassment and retaliation
A federal agency has sued the restaurant chain Chipotle, accusing it of religious harassment and retaliation after a manager at a Kansas location forcibly removed an employee's hijab, a headscarf worn by some Muslim women.