Bay Area tattoo artists create body art to raise suicide awareness
Long lines snaked around the block on Friday as people signed up to get tattooed in Petaluma to raise awareness about suicide and mental health.
Firefighter and marine veteran to walk 700 miles to raise awareness about suicide prevention
Firefighter and Marine veteran will walk 700 miles to raise awareness about suicide prevention
Cool School: Capitola middle school students learn 'healthy living'
Welcome to Andy Shapiro’s Healthy Living Class where seventh and eighth grade students tackle tough topics like homework, expectations, peer pressure and body image.
San Pablo police shoot man experiencing mental health episode
A man was injured in an officer-involved shooting Friday after his wife called authorities for mental health assistance in San Pablo.
Bill to decriminalize some psychedelics heads to Gov. Newsom's desk
State Bill 58 passed through the Senate Thursday. The bill would allow a few naturally occurring psychedelic substances including the ingredients in hallucinogenic mushrooms.
Suspect arrested after string of crimes in Oakland
Oakland police said that a suspect involved in a shooting, and who had evaded capture, allegedly vandalized multiple properties before setting fire to a home on Friday.
State superintendent discusses challenges, assistance for school districts
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond spoke about the challenges facing districts around the states as the school year begins.
US suicide rate reached highest number ever last year
Experts caution that suicide is complicated, and that recent increases might be driven by higher rates of depression or limited availability of mental health services.
US suicides hit an all-time high last year
About 49,500 people took their own lives last year in the U.S., the highest number ever, according to new government data posted Thursday.
Angus Cloud's mother denies 'Euphoria' star died by suicide: 'He did not intend to check out of this world'
Just one week after Angus Cloud tragically died, questions remain regarding the "Euphoria" actor's passing, prompting speculation on social media.
Johnny Manziel says he attempted suicide after Browns cut him in 2016: reports
In an upcoming Netflix documentary, the former Texas A&M quarterback said he went on a "$5 million bender" before ultimately trying to take his own life.
Man accused in deadly Davis stabbings found incompetent to stand trial
The man charged with stabbing and killing two people and seriously injuring a third victim in Davis this past spring has been found incompetent to stand trial.
‘He is a hero’: South Carolina officer dies saving person having mental health crisis
“Officer Hare died saving the life of someone he did not know," the Easley Police Department said.
Rapper Mistah F.A.B. hopes to create a safe space for dealing with mental health
After opening up out his own mental health, Oakland rapper Mistah F.A.B. works to create a community resource group for mental health.
Sinéad O'Connor's death at 56 not 'treated as suspicious': police
A cause of death for O'Connor remains unknown.
CHP: Naked woman arrested after opening fire on Bay Bridge
A reckless driving incident on the Bay Bridge took a chaotic turn Tuesday when a woman opened fire on the roadway, according to the California Highway Patrol.
People stuck on San Rafael bridge during standoff get creative with time
Commuters stuck on the San Rafael bridge for hours during a standoff Friday had to get creative with the time. There was juggling, skateboarding, dog walking, and much more.
Mental health breaks should be a priority during the work day, say experts
It may seem a surprise, but even a 5-minute break at work can be beneficial. Here's how.
Equine therapy: Horses help veterans with PTSD
Tuesday was family day for veterans and their families at Oakland's City Stables. Horses can be valuable therapy when it comes to processing post traumatic stress disorder.
Santa Clara County to close inpatient psychiatric facility
Mission Oaks, an inpatient psychiatric facility located at Los Gatos' Good Samaritan Hospital in Santa Clara County, is closing Aug. 20.