Who was Roger Casement? Irish diplomat, historical figure honored in SF Castro
Oct. 28 is now known as Roger Casement Day in the City of San Francisco. We look at who this historical figure, an Irish Diplomat, was and why he was honored Wednesday as part of The Rainbow Honor Walk in the city's Castro District.
Oct. 28 is now known as Roger Casement Day in the City of San Francisco. We look at who this historical figure, an Irish Diplomat, was and why he was honored Wednesday as part of The Rainbow Honor Walk in the city's Castro District.
Good Samaritan Hospital breaks ground on $1.3 billion expansion
Good Samaritan Hospital on Wednesday broke ground on a $1.3 billion expansion to its San Jose campus.
Good Samaritan Hospital on Wednesday broke ground on a $1.3 billion expansion to its San Jose campus.
Flights to Mexico from this California city among airline routes canceled by Trump admin
The U.S. has canceled 13 existing and planned air routes connecting the U.S. and Mexico's Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA).
The U.S. has canceled 13 existing and planned air routes connecting the U.S. and Mexico's Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA).
Parents on alert after man recorded trespassing on school campuses, stealing from classrooms
Livermore parents are on alert this week after being informed that a man had been recorded trespassing on multiple school campuses and stealing from classrooms.
Livermore parents are on alert this week after being informed that a man had been recorded trespassing on multiple school campuses and stealing from classrooms.
LA to Mexico flights among 13 US airline routes terminated by Trump administration
The U.S. has canceled 13 existing and planned air routes connecting the U.S. and Mexico's Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA).
The U.S. has canceled 13 existing and planned air routes connecting the U.S. and Mexico's Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA).
Explore the history behind monsters and what scares us and why
Some scholars at UC Santa Cruz are exploring what scares us and why. The center for Monster Studies is dedicated to looking at monsters all throughout history. Things like zombies and vampires. They're also studying the metaphysics of creepiness and what causes it. Doctor Michael Chemers, with the Center of Monster Studies at UC Santa Cruz joined us in studio to explain.
Some scholars at UC Santa Cruz are exploring what scares us and why. The center for Monster Studies is dedicated to looking at monsters all throughout history. Things like zombies and vampires. They're also studying the metaphysics of creepiness and what causes it. Doctor Michael Chemers, with the Center of Monster Studies at UC Santa Cruz joined us in studio to explain.
Celebrate World Ballet Day
As we are nearing World Ballet Day, a time to celebrate and spread the beauty of dance, we wanted to highlight the perseverance and determination it takes to turn a dream into reality. Let's welcome Ruth Dawn Shevlin, author and illustrator of Rebecca's Dream.
As we are nearing World Ballet Day, a time to celebrate and spread the beauty of dance, we wanted to highlight the perseverance and determination it takes to turn a dream into reality. Let's welcome Ruth Dawn Shevlin, author and illustrator of Rebecca's Dream.
Spooked monkey at Spirit Halloween swings from rafters
Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.
Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.
Study: Caution against cellphone bans in California schools
Schools across limiting student cell phone use during the school day, with a new law taking effect next summer requiring districts to enact smartphone restrictions. But new findings by UCLA researchers suggest completely banning phones on school grounds could actually do more harm than good. Lead author of the study, Kathy Do explains.
Schools across limiting student cell phone use during the school day, with a new law taking effect next summer requiring districts to enact smartphone restrictions. But new findings by UCLA researchers suggest completely banning phones on school grounds could actually do more harm than good. Lead author of the study, Kathy Do explains.
Disney’s Magic Kingdom remains most visited park in the world, report says
Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says.
Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says.
Pierre Robert, legendary 93.3 WMMR radio personality, has died
Beloved Philadelphia radio legend Pierre Robert has died, officials announced Wednesday.
Beloved Philadelphia radio legend Pierre Robert has died, officials announced Wednesday.
Bay Area holds fast to Día de los Muertos traditions
After threats of major immigration enforcement, some cities have scaled back celebrations, but others are pressing on, baking pan de muerto and preparing altars that honor loved ones and unite communities. We stopped by Las Montañas Supermarket in Hayward, to learn about the Mexican tradition and bread making.
After threats of major immigration enforcement, some cities have scaled back celebrations, but others are pressing on, baking pan de muerto and preparing altars that honor loved ones and unite communities. We stopped by Las Montañas Supermarket in Hayward, to learn about the Mexican tradition and bread making.
Tariffs, shutdowns, and Halloween shortages
Despite tariffs and the government shutdown, Halloween costs are reaching record-high levels. Shohini Kundu, an assistant professor of finance at the UCLA Anderson School of Management, explains holiday spending and inflation.
Despite tariffs and the government shutdown, Halloween costs are reaching record-high levels. Shohini Kundu, an assistant professor of finance at the UCLA Anderson School of Management, explains holiday spending and inflation.
Redwood City prepares for Día de los Muertos celebration
Communities around the Bay Area are celebrating Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead this week. In Redwood City, thousands are expected to attend a free event honoring those who have passed.
Communities around the Bay Area are celebrating Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead this week. In Redwood City, thousands are expected to attend a free event honoring those who have passed.
Spreading awareness during National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time to spread awareness about the employment needs and contributions of people with disabilities.
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time to spread awareness about the employment needs and contributions of people with disabilities.
San Francisco Opera to host 'Beethoven 5 & Falla' concert this weekend
The San Francisco Opera is hosting 'Beethoven 5 & Falla' for one night only on Saturday, November 1.
The San Francisco Opera is hosting 'Beethoven 5 & Falla' for one night only on Saturday, November 1.
Family Connections Center
From free classes, to family support services: Family Connections Centers helps parents and children grow together, giving families the tools to thrive, long after preschool ends.
From free classes, to family support services: Family Connections Centers helps parents and children grow together, giving families the tools to thrive, long after preschool ends.
Women's professional baseball coming to San Francisco
Women's professional baseball is coming to San Francisco. The city is one of four others participating in its inaugural season.
Women's professional baseball is coming to San Francisco. The city is one of four others participating in its inaugural season.
Día de los Muertos concert returns to the San Francisco Symphony this weekend
The annual Día de los Muertos celebration at the San Francisco Symphony returns Saturday, November 1 with a new meaning.
The annual Día de los Muertos celebration at the San Francisco Symphony returns Saturday, November 1 with a new meaning.
Ceasefire resumes, as dozens killed in overnight strikes in Gaza
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza has resumed, following renewed fighting that left more than 100 people dead.
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza has resumed, following renewed fighting that left more than 100 people dead.