New office that would have implemented reparations for Black SF residents on chopping block
In a letter to department heads, Mayor London Breed said she's preserving money for her top priorities.
Here's how much money you need to be happy, according to 2023 survey
A recent survey asked the age-old question: can money buy happiness? More than half said yes, and here's the price tag for the average American.
First Lady Jill Biden in Cupertino to talk about mental health
Dr. Jill Biden talked about mental health during an event in Cupertino as part of the APEC SUMMIT.
Anger can motivate people to achieve their goals, new study suggests: 'Sharpened focus'
Looking to get stuff done? Being angry might help, according to a new study from the American Psychological Association.
SCU psychologist, others weigh in on mental health crisis & Americans access to weapons
Mental health and policy experts weigh in on crisis of mass shootings in the wake of the U.S.'s deadliest mass shooting for 2023.
Alaska Airlines pilot from cockpit emergency raises questions on pilots' mental health
Every six months, airline pilots must pass a medical and mental examination to maintain their license to fly.
Conversations renew about mental health in aviation after recent suicide by pilot attempt
Professionals define Joseph Emerson's actions as "suicide by pilot" a very rare event confirmed or suspected in a handful of airline crashes over the last eight decades.
University of Utah gymnast retires amid alleged 'verbal and emotional abuse' from coach
A member of the University of Utah women's gymnastics team announced her retirement from the sport and withdrawal from the school on Friday.
Stanford women's soccer player remembered during mental health awareness month
Stanford’s Women’s Soccer remembered 22-year-old soccer star Katie Meyer who died by suicide last year.
The most common phobias in each US state, according to search trends
“A fear of people" – or anthropophobia – was most commonly searched in populous states like California and New York, the report said.
Missing Navy veteran found, now receiving VA care
Kevin Coslett, a missing Navy veteran who suffers from mental illness, has been found.
Cool School: Therapy dog is a big hit at East Bay school
Three days a week, a teacher at a Moraga school is lightening the pressure on students by bringing a therapy dog to class.
Depression identified as 'contributing cause' of type 2 diabetes risk, study finds
Researchers revealed for the first time a 'cause-and-effect relationship' between the two conditions.
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.