Kate's diagnosis sheds light on rise in early-onset cancer

Although Kate didn’t share what type of cancer doctors found, experts say the 42-year-old’s early onset diagnosis sheds light on an overall rise in younger people getting cancer.

North Bay health officials respond to whooping cough outbreak

Marin County health officials have issued a whooping cough advisory due to an ongoing outbreak that appears to be having a large impact at Tamalpais High School.   

Bay Area health officials warn about uptick in measles cases nationwide

Bay Area health officials are urging residents to make sure they're up-to-date with their measles vaccinations amid an uptick in the number of cases nationwide.

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.

Tuberculosis cases continued climbing in 2023

Forty states reported an increase in tuberculosis cases as rates increased among all age groups last year, according to the CDC.

‘Ninja’ diagnosed with skin cancer: ‘Still in a bit of shock’

Tyler Blevins, who goes by Ninja on his Twitch streaming platform, revealed he was diagnosed with melanoma after dermatologists tested a mole on the bottom of the gamer’s foot.

East Oakland students head to East Asia for cultural experience

East Oakland students from Castlemont High’s Pacific Bridge Club boarded a flight from SFO on Tuesday afternoon heading to East Asia for the adventure of a lifetime. For some students, this is their first time on a plane.

Woman beats cancer and accepts proposal from high school sweetheart on the same day

“You ready? You got this?” her loved ones asked as they get ready to turn a corner. Angelica said yes, but had no idea what was waiting for her at the other end of the hallway.

Woman announces her own death in social media post gone viral: 'Cherish every moment'

A young woman who died from a rare form of cancer is posthumously going viral on social media after her final and poignant message was shared with the world online.

Fundraiser for Bay Bridge lights almost at $11M goal, organizers say

The organizers of the Bay Bridge lights announced they are close to raising the $11 million needed to turn the lights back on.

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.

Scientists suggest venting worsens anger, while breathing calms rage

After analyzing data from over 150 studies on what makes people angry, scientists at Ohio State University determined that venting can actually make things worse.

Richard Simmons reveals skin cancer diagnosis

One day after concerning fans with a startling social media post in which he said he was "dying," Richard Simmons revealed he's been diagnosed with skin cancer.

Possible measles exposure at East Bay restaurant

People who dined at a popular East Bay restaurant are being warned that they may have been exposed to measles. 

Goat tests positive for avian influenza — a first in the United States

A goat kid in Stevens County, Minnesota, has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), marking the first case in the United States of bird flu in a domestic ruminant. 

‘Dirty Dozen’ produce: Strawberries, spinach top 2024 list for most pesticides

The 2024 “Dirty Dozen" report lists the 12 nonorganic fruits and vegetables found by the EWG to have the most pesticides, along with the “Clean Fifteen" produce.