Tiny homes may house jail diversion program for mentally ill in Santa Clara County
Controversy is brewing over some tiny homes near Monterey and Bernal in San Jose. The existing tenants may soon be moved out, to make way for a jail diversion program for the mentally ill.
Controversy is brewing over some tiny homes near Monterey and Bernal in San Jose. The existing tenants may soon be moved out, to make way for a jail diversion program for the mentally ill.
Sadness, hopelessness in teens may be improving, CDC finds
New data released Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlighted improvements in mental health among some U.S. teens.
New data released Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlighted improvements in mental health among some U.S. teens.
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.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has issued an executive order to remove homeless encampments, according to The Associated Press.
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.
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.
SF firedog makes history while deployed to Shelly Fire
A four-legged member of the San Francisco Fire Department made history this week, becoming the first ‘Incident Support Canine’ to be deployed to a wildfire in California.
A four-legged member of the San Francisco Fire Department made history this week, becoming the first ‘Incident Support Canine’ to be deployed to a wildfire in California.
More American soldiers are dying by suicide than combat
More U.S. soldiers are dying of suicide than any other reason, according to an analysis shared recently by health officials with the Department of Defense.
More U.S. soldiers are dying of suicide than any other reason, according to an analysis shared recently by health officials with the Department of Defense.
US surgeon general calls for tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms
Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.
Warning labels on social media platforms reminding users of its associated mental health harms for adolescents should be required, the U.S. surgeon general said.
Father's day: mental health care for dads
June is men's mental health month. This father's day is the perfect time to check in on the mental health of dads. Doctor Michael Sands and Psychiatrist with Kaiser Permanente shares insights on why it may be difficult for some men to seek help when needed.
June is men's mental health month. This father's day is the perfect time to check in on the mental health of dads. Doctor Michael Sands and Psychiatrist with Kaiser Permanente shares insights on why it may be difficult for some men to seek help when needed.
Pride month also a time to raise mental health awareness of LGBTQ+ community
Beyond the celebrations, Pride month is also a time to raise awareness about mental health issues facing the LGBTQ+ community.
Beyond the celebrations, Pride month is also a time to raise awareness about mental health issues facing the LGBTQ+ community.
Network of online predators convince young victims to harm themselves, animals
The FBI says a network of online predators has been using common social media and gaming sites to find young victims, with the goal of grooming, and then manipulating the victims to share violent images of themselves self-mutilating, killing pets, or sharing sexual images.
The FBI says a network of online predators has been using common social media and gaming sites to find young victims, with the goal of grooming, and then manipulating the victims to share violent images of themselves self-mutilating, killing pets, or sharing sexual images.
Some teen girls using smartphone up to 6 hours per day, study finds
Researchers found that 17% of the teen girls surveyed are potentially addicted to social media, and more than a third have potential anxiety disorders.
Researchers found that 17% of the teen girls surveyed are potentially addicted to social media, and more than a third have potential anxiety disorders.
Pink noise? Brown noise? Why white noise has colorful competition
White noise is well-known for masking sounds, but pink, brown, and other colored noises are gaining popularity for their potential benefits on sleep, concentration, and relaxation despite limited scientific research.
White noise is well-known for masking sounds, but pink, brown, and other colored noises are gaining popularity for their potential benefits on sleep, concentration, and relaxation despite limited scientific research.
City of Antioch settles for $7.5M with family of man who died in police custody
The family of a man who died after being in police custody in Antioch in 2020 has settled with the city for $7.5 million, a spokesperson for the law office of John Burris said Tuesday.
The family of a man who died after being in police custody in Antioch in 2020 has settled with the city for $7.5 million, a spokesperson for the law office of John Burris said Tuesday.
Formerly incarcerated immigrant graduates from UC Berkeley, inspires others to pursue dreams
Somdeng “Danny" Thongsy is an immigrant from Southeast Asia, who spent two decades serving time in prison, but now he is an advocate for others like him.
Somdeng “Danny" Thongsy is an immigrant from Southeast Asia, who spent two decades serving time in prison, but now he is an advocate for others like him.
Cat owners could be at higher risk of schizophrenia, study suggests
Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.
Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.
Miss USA Noelia Voigt suddenly resigns title – here’s why
Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt has announced that she is resigning from the title. "I realize this may come as a large shock to many," the 24-year-old wrote.
Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt has announced that she is resigning from the title. "I realize this may come as a large shock to many," the 24-year-old wrote.
CA attorney general holds South Bay roundtable on gun violence
California A.G. Rob Bonta held the third in a series of roundtable discussions around the state on the issue of gun violence. He met with community leaders and stakeholders from the Bay Area and Central Coast.
California A.G. Rob Bonta held the third in a series of roundtable discussions around the state on the issue of gun violence. He met with community leaders and stakeholders from the Bay Area and Central Coast.
19-year-old struggled with mental health before Sunnyvale police shot and killed him
Sunnyvale police released bodycam footage of a deadly shooting that happened over the weekend. Family of the man shot by police says he struggled with his mental health.
Sunnyvale police released bodycam footage of a deadly shooting that happened over the weekend. Family of the man shot by police says he struggled with his mental health.
San Francisco's mayoral candidates mull National Guard deployment to Tenderloin
San Francisco's mayoral candidates are publicly debating about what should be done to transform the city's Tenderloin District.
San Francisco's mayoral candidates are publicly debating about what should be done to transform the city's Tenderloin District.
Friends remember Berkeley mother who was allegedly slain by daughter
Friends and former coworkers identified the victim as Heather Riemer, and the suspect as 23-year-old Gabriella Riemer, one of her 3 children.
Friends and former coworkers identified the victim as Heather Riemer, and the suspect as 23-year-old Gabriella Riemer, one of her 3 children.