Petaluma man arrested after threatening to execute school official over Pride flags
A man was arrested Thursday after allegedly threatening to execute a Petaluma City Schools employee unless all Pride flags were removed from school grounds.
Tulsa mayor unveils plan for $100M trust to 'repair' effect of 1921 Race Massacre
The proposal is part of an effort to atone for the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, one of the worst racial attacks in U.S. history.
Allegations of racist taunts swirl during East Bay high school baseball game
An East Bay high school varsity baseball team celebrated its senior night on Friday, but the excitement was overshadowed by a disturbing scene at a recent game where several players faced racist taunts from opposing players.
Viral racist rant in Pinole sparks hate crime investigation
A video of a woman in a car repeatedly using the N— word in Pinole has gone viral.
Dublin High School students protest removal of pride flag
Students and teachers at Dublin High School are speaking out after they were told the pride flag that flies out front has to be taken down. District officials say it violates policy. But LGBTQ students believe it was a community complaint that triggered the move.
Authorities weigh charges in alleged attack outside Morgan Hill prayer service
The Santa Clara County District Attorney's office is considering whether to file charges following an alleged attack outside a Muslim prayer service.
Annual 'Black Joy Parade' returns to Oakland
The annual Black Joy Parade returned to the streets of Oakland on Sunday. The parade is one of several events around the Bay Area celebrating Black History Month.
Disney+ to reportedly soften content warnings on some older movies amid DEI strategy shift
The entertainment giant recently announced an adjustment to content warnings viewers will see on certain films. Here’s what we know.
Judge tells agencies to restore public health websites removed under Trump order
A federal judge has told government agencies to restore public access to health-related webpages and datasets they removed to comply with an executive order by President Donald Trump.
Former Costco exec defends DEI policies despite fierce pushback
A former Costco executive is fed up with attacks on the grocery club’s DEI policies, saying that critics don’t understand the company’s culture.
Oakland-based e.l.f. Beauty embraces DEI, and you won't believe its ad campaign
While many major retailers have rolled back their diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, Oakland-based cosmetics giant e.l.f.
Tuskegee Airmen videos restored after DEI rollback
The Air Force has edited and restored training materials referring to the Tuskegee Airmen after a temporary delay to meet Trump’s rollback of DEI initiatives.
Holocaust Remembrance Day: Survivors spotlighted on 80th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation
The 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz was widely acknowledged Monday as the last major observance that any notable number of survivors will be able to attend.
Tuskegee Airmen videos removed from Air Force training under Trump DEI rollback
The Air Force has removed training courses for service members that included historical videos of Black Tuskegee Airmen and female World War II pilots to comply with Trump’s DEI ban.
Target rolls back its DEI goals following Trump’s executive order
Target has now joined a growing list of companies scaling back its diversity, equity and inclusion programs following President Donald Trump’s executive order.
People's March in Alameda among several across Bay Area
Participants rallied for various causes, such as abortion rights, LGBTQ rights, and climate change, with many voicing concerns about the incoming Trump administration. The People's March was a rebranded version of the Women's March, aiming for broader appeal to those affected by potential policy changes.
Bay Area man's journey from autism challenges to campaign success
Weeks after a life-changing opportunity, Adam Sherman is contemplating his next steps.
McDonald's becomes latest company to roll back DEI goals
McDonald’s is revising its diversity goals and policies following a Supreme Court decision and shifting political dynamics.
Family alleges pattern of bullying, racism in Palo Alto after-school program
The family of a 10-year-old boy is taking legal action against the Palo Alto Unified School District and its after-school program, alleging they did not do enough to keep the child safe.
San Jose State disappointed Boise State forfeited but looks forward to volleyball final
San Jose State said Thursday it was disappointed Boise State forfeited its semifinal match in the Mountain West women’s volleyball tournament but that the Spartans were focused on the future.