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Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Yahoo
Woman shot dead in Vallejo identified
(KRON) — An unconscious woman suffering from at least one gunshot wound was found on the 400 block of Admiral Callaghan Lane in Vallejo at 1:36 a.m. Saturday, according to the Vallejo Police Department. The woman was taken to the hospital where she later died of her injuries. Shooting leaves one dead in Bay Point 'Despite the ongoing life-saving efforts by medical staff, the victim ultimately succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at 12:32 p.m.,' the Vallejo Police Department said. Vallejo PD is investigating the woman's death as a homicide. The case is Vallejo's eighth homicide of 2025. 'The motive and circumstances surrounding this shooting are currently under investigation,' Vallejo PD said. 1 dead, 4 injured in Bayview District shooting The Solano County Coroner's Office identified the victim as 45-year-old Vallejo resident Courtney Whitney. Whitney's loved ones told KRON4 Monday that they believe Whitney was hit by a stray bullet. Vallejo PD has not confirmed this information. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Health
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‘My Sacred Space': Transgender woman finds home in San Francisco after fleeing native country
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — It's Pride month, and the 'T' in LGBTQ represents transgender people. This year, that community feels especially vulnerable. President Trump has issued several executive orders focusing on trans people. KRON4 reports on the increase in people coming to California and San Francisco for their gender affirming care. While Pride in 2025 kicks off, trans people have become the focus of several executive orders. President Trump has signed off on banning them from girls' sports, the U.S. Military and ended all federal funding of transgender-related healthcare for minors. Kiki Lopez moved to San Francisco from the Philippines three years ago — ready to live as her authentic self as a trans woman. It's something she didn't feel safe doing in her home country. 'This is my sacred space,' Lopez said. 'A difference with tolerance and making sure trans people are protected legally. There are no laws or rules or even healthcare regulations protecting the dolls, the trans women or the trans men who are undergoing gender affirming care and surgery.' She says in the Philippines, the only way she would be able to get hormones to start her transition was on the black market. In San Francisco, the 34-year-old was able to get help through the San Francisco Aids Foundation with her gender-affirming care. 'When I stepped my foot here, especially at the airport, you know what it's as if I'm home. That's what I really felt,' Lopez said. She's not alone. Pride flag creator and activists honored with new sculpture There are around 800 trans people who utilize the services at the Magnet Clinic, overseen by the San Francisco Aids Foundation. Nurse Practitioner Michael Tran says many of his clients traveled to California to get help with their transition. 'Seen an uptick in transgender clients coming in from out of state, as well as other parts of California that are looking for our services,' Tran said. 'Like you said, one of the main reasons why is because in many areas, they are limiting, if not outright banning gender-affirming care in those areas.' There are 26 states that have passed bans on gender affirming care for trans children, including medication and surgery. According to the Human Rights Foundation, nearly 120,000 teens identify as trans in those states. The Supreme Court has not yet ruled on the constitutionality of laws restricting gender affirming care, but Tran says there are already implications for both children and adults. 'I've had patients say my parents disowned me, I don't know where to go now. I don't' even know whether I want to continue with my hormones,' Tran said. Support at the city and state level feels good for trans people like Lopez, but KRON4 asked her why that support is waning on a national scale when trans people make up such a small population of the country. Less than 1 percent of adults. 'Make a big fuss or issue out of something that they don't really understand. It's mostly about misinformation,' Tran said. She says in the Bay Area, the support is evident. From everyday encounters with strangers on the sidewalk to medical appointments with healthcare providers. That doesn't mean she hasn't encountered transphobia, but it's something that doesn't get the best of her. 'It's scary, but that's what they want you to feel,' Lopez said. 'To be scared and not do anything about it, but to me, when they incite fear that also insights bravery for me.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
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Foster City crews responded to brush fire, roads closed
(KRON) – Crews have responded to a brush fire near Beach Park Boulevard on Saturday, according to the Foster City Police Department. The San Mateo County Fire Department and the Foster City Police Department are on the scene. Police dog finds machine gun during arrest: PD Beach Park Boulevard is currently closed from Swordfish to Halibut streets. The pedestrian walkway and the Bayfront area are also closed. Police ask residents to avoid the area. This is a developing story. Stay tuned with KRON4 for updates. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
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Man shot and killed in San Jose shooting
(KRON) – The San Jose Police Department is investigating the city's 11th homicide of the year. SJPD said the department was alerted to a shooting around 10:40 p.m. on Friday. San Jose police officers responded to the 6500 block of Camden Avenue. Arriving officers found a man suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Despite paramedics rendering aid, the victim died at the scene. Police dog finds machine gun during arrest: PD San Jose PD said the investigation is active and ongoing. This is a developing story. Stay tuned with KRON4 for updates. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Health
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Bay Area man finishes six-day, 100-mile barefoot trek for immigrant children's rights
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — A Bay Area man finished a six-day barefoot trek from San Francisco's Ocean Beach to Santa Cruz, all in an effort to raise money for immigrant children detained at the border. Oakland-native Kehlani no longer listed on SF Pride Block Party flyer Patrick McConnell tells KRON4 that his feet are pretty beat up, but he finished the journey with a ton of gratitude. McConnell trained for three months to prepare for the journey, while partnering with the Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights — an organization that provides child advocates to help give these kids a voice in court and reunite them with their families. 'Many of these kids are fleeing violence, trafficking, unimaginable hardships back at home then they are met with a system that treats them like adults,' McConnell told KRON4's Sara Stinson. McConnell said he has raised $17K during the walk. His goal remains at $50K, and he is hoping for more donations or a match. He said he successfully completed 100 miles by walking during the day and camping at night. He also documented some of his trek. McConnell said that friends occasionally joined him at the beginning and end of the walk but contends he finished the adventure solo. Anyone who would like to donate to McConnell's fundraiser can visit here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
