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United Nations East Bay to Host 58th Annual Flag Raising Ceremony with the Theme: Peace an
Oakland, CA – The United Nations East Bay Chapter is pleased to announce its 58th Annual Flag Raising Ceremony, scheduled for Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PDT at the iconic Jack London Square in Oakland, CA (472 Water St, Oakland, CA 94607). This year's theme, "Peace and Non-Violent Resolution of Conflict," underscores the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in fostering global harmony.
Ayesha Curry’s Foundation Pledges $25M To Boost Literacy For Oakland Kids
Ayesha and Stephen Curry || Image credit: @eatlearnplay. Entrepreneur Ayesha and her husband, NBA star Stephen Curry, have announced a commitment to improving literacy rates among students in their hometown of Oakland, California. The couple’s foundation, the Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation, has pledged to raise $25 million over the next...
UC Extension/San Francisco State University, Woods Hall Annex: Kadish Mural – San Francisco CA
The Annex contains a 1937 WPA fresco, “A Dissertation on Alchemy”, by Reuben Kadish and Urban Neininger. The fresco is 9′ x 11′ and is located in the stairwell in the northeast corner of the Woods Hall Annex. From December 1936-August 1937 Reuben Kadish painted a...
Football Game Recap: Wood Takes a Loss
Wood was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They lost 41-21 to the American Canyon Wolves. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Wildcats of the 29-12 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2019.
Photos: A 100-person flashmob freezes time in Golden Gate Park
Jorge Kageyama was enjoying a picnic with some friends at Golden Gate Park when the world suddenly stopped around him. It was 1:25 p.m. on Saturday when time froze for about 100 people scattered throughout the gardens of the Conservatory of Flowers. Some were suspended mid-motion while playing catch with...
Muttville hosts first adoption event in new campus amid power issues
Muttville Senior Dog Rescue opened the doors to its new San Francisco location with an adoption event on Saturday. The event comes after there were power problems at its new campus. "Right now, we have electricity here in building A, but we are limited; our elevator is not functioning, and...
San Jose ranked as most expensive to buy or rent in US, new report says
San Jose is now ranked the number one most expensive city to buy or rent compared to the most populous cities across the country.That's according to a study by real estate platform Clever.The average buying price for a house in San Jose is about $1.5 million.The median home rental price is a little over $3,300 a month.Realtors say it is better to rent in Silicon Valley due to the ratio home versus rental prices.If you're on the ABC7 News app, click here to watch live
UCSF fires staffer who challenged school’s stance on Palestine
The University of California San Francisco has fired a veteran professional staffer after she made comments critical of the administration’s position on Palestine and Zionism. Since 2015, Denise Caramagno has been an advocate and director of the school’s Campus Advocacy Resources and Education program for UCSF staff, faculty, and...
Bi-Rite Market opens 3rd San Francisco location in Russian Hill area
Russian Hill in San Francisco has a new market.Bi-Rite opened up Thursday on Polk Street between Broadway and Vallejo. It is in the same spot that Real Food Company used to occupy.Bi-Rite is known for stocking products and produce from local vendors with the motto of creating community through food.There's been a lot of anticipation around this location since it was announced two years ago.MORE: 1st free supermarket inside CA school opens doors in SF low-income community"I think people wanted, they wanted, they want a place that they can feel at home. They feel that's part of their community that's going to serve their community," said Bi-Rite owner Sam Mogannam. "And when people found out that it was us, the excitement just rose because of our 26-year history of doing just that."This is the third Bi-Rite market in San Francisco.It has had a presence in the city for nearly 80 years. If you're on the ABC7 News app, click here to watch live
Peninsula boot camp to ready women for police work builds more than muscle
SAN MATEO -- On Saturday morning, around 20 women became graduates of the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office Women's Boot Camp program.It was a big moment for Nicole Jacobs."I feel empowered, I feel strong and ready to continue this journey," she said.The stated goal of the program is to help prepare women for the fitness testing required to enter law enforcement. Sheriff Christina Corpus says it's bigger than that."This boot camp has really helped these women with the confidence that they could do it -- you could be a mom and a law enforcement officer," she said. "I think this...
Young Girl Left Severely Injured in S.F. Shooting, Police Say
A young girl, who NBC Bay Area reports to be only eight-years old, was rushed to the hospital after suffering a gunshot wound yesterday evening. Police say they responded around 5:24 p.m. to a shooting on Chicago Way, a neighborhood in the southern end of the city. When they got there, they found the girl suffering from "life-threatening injuries."
Paddleboarder in critical condition after being pulled out of water by surfers in SF
A paddleboarder was rescued Friday morning at a section of Ocean Beach where the Great Highway meets Judah Street, according to the San Francisco Fire Department. The paddleboarder, an adult male, is in critical condition after being pulled out of the water by three fellow surfers, officials said.
San Francisco Mourns the Loss of Esteemed Journalist and Advocate Steve Silberman at 66
San Francisco has lost one of its most cherished voices with the passing of Steve Silberman, a journalist and advocate renowned for his work on autism and the Grateful Dead, at the age of 66. According to a post by his husband, Keith Karraker, on Bluesky, Silberman died on Wednesday night, leaving behind a legacy of contributions to science, journalism, and music history. Karraker shared his grief, urging people to "take a moment to remember his kindness, humor, wisdom, and love", as reported by SF Standard.
No Threat to Public: Hazmat Scare at San Mateo Home Depot Resolved Swiftly by Fire Dept
Shoppers at a local Home Depot in San Mateo got more excitement than they bargained for when a hazmat situation was reported yesterday. The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department responded promptly to the scene where unknown individuals had left behind materials that raised initial alarms. The department, utilizing its expertise, assessed the situation. It turns out, the scare was due to ozone gas, commonly used for water treatment, and several buckets of floor stripper.
Stanford Charges Outrageous Prices For Beer Despite Awful Attendance For Season-Opener
If Stanford University wants more people to attend its college football games, perhaps it should consider cheaper beer. The Cardinal began its season on Friday night and drew a minuscule crowd. Fans that did show up were forced to spend a small fortune on alcoholic beverages. David Shaw resigned from his role as head football […] The post Stanford Charges Outrageous Prices For Beer Despite Awful Attendance For Season-Opener appeared first on BroBible.
Nevada secures first win under new head coach
The Nevada women's volleyball team achieved their first victory under new Head Coach Shannon Wyckoff-McNeal, defeating the University of San Francisco in a thrilling five-set match at Viking Pavilion in Portland, Oregon. This victory marked a significant milestone for the program, demonstrating resilience and determination in a tightly contested preseason...
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