Person dies from West Nile Virus in Contra Costa County
The West Nile Virus has reared its head in two heavily populated Bay Area counties, with one county reporting a West Nile virus death last week.
New vapes endanger youth with video games, incentives
Pam Cook talks with research scientist Man Wong, from UC Riverside, about the dangers of new vape products that target teens, could lead to other addictions, and are harmful to the environment. The disposable vapes have video games built in, with incentives for vaping.
Boar’s Head recalls several deli meats over listeria concerns
Boar’s Head recalled over 200,000 pounds of its ready-to-eat deli meat products, including liverwurst, due to listeria concerns, U.S. officials said.
Jennifer Aniston slams JD Vance's 'childless cat ladies' comment
Jennifer Aniston is calling out JD Vance for his views regarding women’s bodies and rights.
Newsom issues order for removal of California homeless encampments
California Governor Gavin Newsom has issued an executive order to remove homeless encampments, according to The Associated Press.
Injured Gaza teen travels to California for prosthetic treatment
A 15-year-old boy from Gaza arrived in California on Tuesday to undergo medical treatment for life-altering injuries he suffered in the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Biden tests negative for COVID-19, White House says
The White House noted that Biden's symptoms have resolved without fever, his vital signs, including pulse oximetry, were normal, and his lungs remained clear.
FDA pushes back deadline again to ban formaldehyde in hair products
Chemical hair straighteners or "relaxers" are applied to hair to make it less frizzy or straighter. But most of these products release formaldehyde gas into the air when heated.
Deadly listeria outbreak linked to deli meat: Here's what to know
The CDC reported last week that two people died and at least 28 others were hospitalized across 12 states because of a listeria outbreak connected to deli meat.
Thousands walk to remember people who died from AIDS, fundraise for better treatments
The annual AIDS walk has a rich history in San Francisco. It started in 1987 and has raised $96 million since then. Just this year, fundraisers collected nearly $1 million more to benefit multiple Bay Area organizations.
Backpacks with donated supplies filled for thousands of students
The 25th annual Stay-in-School packing event is sending 6,000 fully-stocked backpacks to Oakland Unified students after Saturday's packing party.
2 deaths linked to listeria outbreak, more than 2 dozen hospitalized, CDC says
The listeria outbreak is linked to meat that was sliced at grocery store deli counters, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
Tuskegee syphilis study whistleblower Peter Buxtun has died
Peter Buxtun, the whistleblower who revealed that the U.S. government allowed hundreds of Black men in rural Alabama to go untreated for syphilis in what became known as the Tuskegee study, has died. He was 86.
Animals in Contra Costa are free to adopt during month of July
Contra Costa Animals Services (CCAS) is providing free adoptions of all animals during the month of July.
Reports: Biden may be closer to reconsidering race as Obama, Pelosi make moves
After a few days of focus on the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, some Democrats are pivoting back, amping up their calls for President Biden to bow out of the race for the White House.
Biden tests positive for COVID-19 with mild symptoms, will self isolate
President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19, as announced during the UnidosUS annual conference via the White House's YouTube channel.
Bay FC star player Jen Beattie shares breast cancer survivor story
A star player on the Bay Area's pro women's soccer team Bay FC has won a personal battle off the field.
Bay FC star Jen Beattie diagnosed at 29 with cancer, shares story of survival
Jen Beattie is a pro athlete and advocate. The Bay FC defender was diagnosed with breast cancer at 29 years old with no family history. She is now cancer-free and sharing her story with people living with cancer, and the importance of early detection.
Nearly half of US adult cancer deaths could be prevented by lifestyle changes, study finds
Researchers identified these specific risk factors in their study as contributing factors for cancer cases and deaths among some adults in the U.S.
Golden Gate Bridge suicide prevention net already showing signs of working
A lifesaving addition to one of the Bay Area's most recognized landmarks is now complete. On Monday, supporters of the safety net on the Golden Gate Bridge marked an important milestone.