“More than 330 child pedestrians died in 2013 and 13,000 were injured,” AAA Northern California spokeswoman Cynthia Harris said.
Deals abound, with one store offering a complete set of glasses--lenses and frames--for just $29.
The Newsweek rankings are out, and one of the four is in the Top 25 of 30,000 public schools.
Remember--kids can trade or toss stuff they don't like, so make sure your children actually like the food you're sending to school.
Children are heading back-to-school across California, so in your own neighborhood and where you commute to work--be safe!
Under California law, children must be fully immunized before starting school.
Researchers say getting more sleep improves academic performance. But is it feasible to push back middle and high school start times?
For many, the pressure to do it all -- and do it all well -- is taking its toll. Simple changes can be key, researchers report.
Got an idea for technology related to therapeutics, consumer health, medical devices or diagnostics? Money is available for your startup.
A new study by a financial advice company may surprise you.
The University of California at San Francisco was ranked as the sixth best public university in the U.S.
Funding for the raises is coming from the state.
"This is the right thing to do -- for our workers and their families," UC President Janet Napolitano said.
Law students from Stanford offer analysis on the issue if voters do approve ballot measures in 2016.
This California couple won Mega Millions, now they’re helping educate the next generation of Hispanics.
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UC's base tuition would remain at $12,192 through 2016-17
An estimated 1 in 5 undergrads are victims at some point, and now universities will coordinate investigations with local law enforcement.
The scholarship was awarded by the Contra Costa County Office of Education.
The high school serves about 285 students.
Contra Costa County has more schools on the list than any other county in northern California.
The money goes toward college! It's all part of the "Leaders Save Lives" program with the American Red Cross.
Contra Costa County was one of 16 California counties to receive this grant.
California to shift from a school quality measure based solely on exam results to one that would include other factors.
Two meetings will be held in Richmond
The system’s existing policy requires only vaccination against hepatitis B, although some individual campuses have additional requirements.
Can you spell “synecdoche,” “zeitgeist,” and “pusillanimous" off the top of your head? These kids can!
The three meeting dates are an opportunity for the public to give input on the decision to rename the school.
Students across the state must submit their entries by March 31, 2015.
Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program nominations for youth, ages 6 to 18, begin Jan. 30.
Is your home a battleground on weeknights? Stanford researchers find "busy work, by its very nature, discourages learning."
Two announcements in two days: Defensive line coach succeeds SF 49ers' Harbaugh; Oakland selects East Bay native as team's new chief.
The facility, made possible by a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is one of 40 within the county.
Students from San Ramon, Danville, El Cerrito, Richmond, Pinole and Hercules are among the many schools competing.
Karen Sakata is the county’s first female superintendent schools, as well as the position’s first Asian American.
More info for parents about pest management in schools
Brain cells called microglia chew up toxic substances and cell debris, calm inflammation and make nerve-cell-nurturing substances.
Any hopes of a 4 day weekend were dashed by the district.
Classes are canceled due to the inclement weather that is forecast.