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Free Swim Program Breaks Generational Fear of Water for Bayview Families

Made up of predominantly Black swimmers under the age of 14, the Bayview Safety Swim and Splash program offers free swimming lessons to kids with

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‘Like an Angel’: Meet the Helpers Working at Bay Area Immigration Court

“What I want is to help you,” Jaime said, handing her an asylum application. Rosaura, who, like other asylum seekers KQED spoke to, asked to

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Saws, Sewing Machines and Telescopes: The Surprising Things on Loan From Your Library

“My brother-in-law is an electronic musician, and he has the same gear,” he said. I’m like, wow, this is a legit instrument.” Saria originally checked

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Bay Area Leaders Say Visa, DACA Delays Threaten Tech Workforce

Rep. Sam Liccardo joined Bay Area education and business leaders at Foothill College to criticize Trump administration immigration policies, warning that student visa restrictions and

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As the Bay Area Prepares for World Cup, A San Francisco Team Looks For a Way Forward

San Francisco City FC fans worry that local soccer is becoming increasingly driven by politics and financial motives. As the team plays its last full

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Didn’t Save Enough for Retirement? Here’s How to Afford Aging in the Bay Area

Last year, Chan moved from San Francisco to an apartment in Contra Costa County to save on housing costs. And she doesn’t plan to ever

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The Berkeley Physicist Who Helped Change Surfing Forever

The wetsuit changed surfing forever, making it possible for people to surf in the frigid waters of the Bay Area and helping the scene thrive.

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East Bay Residents Push Back as Caltrans Studies Lifting I-580 Truck Ban

In a heated listening session on Saturday, opponents of a Caltrans study to lift the ban on trucks on Interstate 580 argued the move would

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Chad Bianco Wants to Slash Taxes and Regulations

Riverside County Sheriff ⁠Chad Bianco⁠ promises that if elected governor, he will cut taxes, shrink government and root out fraud. At a KQED town hall

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My Ballot Never Showed Up. How Can I Still Vote in the 2026 California Primary?

If your election ballot never showed up, here’s how registered voters can get a new one ahead of Election Day on June 2. Carly SevernGuy