A UC Berkeley bioethics professor warns that kids may be susceptible to self-harm or suicide when Character.AI bans youth under 18 from using its chatbots this month.

The Oakland Police Department said Friday morning that Beam, who was featured on the Last Chance U docuseries, died after being shot Thursday. A suspect has been arrested.

Surviving gun violence takes many forms. Here’s where people who’ve been impacted by gun violence can find support locally.

Graffiti artist Del Phresh talks about revamping his classic "OAKLAND IS PROUD" mural in its original spot on E. 12th Street.

Isabella “Beya” Alcaraz resigned as District 4 supervisor after a flood of media reports citing mice infestations and questionable financial decisions at her former business.

The Trump administration is not attending this year’s international climate conference, and said the president won’t pursue “vague climate goals.” That leaves the country’s states and cities in the limelight, and California is leading the pack.

Episode 3 of KQED's new series, "Love You for You," features trans and nonbinary youth from across California in conversation with their parents.