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Diploma deadline approaches for veterans, Japanese Americans who missed high school due to wars
United States veterans who weren’t able to finish high school due to military service are now able to receive those diplomas. The deadline is Tuesday. Operation Recognition, hosted by...Read More
Event aims to safeguard veterans’ important documents from disaster
Contra Costa County is hosting a free event in November to show veterans and their families how to “disaster-proof” honorable discharge documents and other important paperwork that can be...Read More
Symphony strikes a chord for veterans
Veterans and others can enjoy a symphony concert Wednesday evening in San Francisco when Swords to Plowshares hosts the 3rd annual Summer Solstice Concert: Symphony for Veterans. The concert...Read More
Man pleads guilty to embezzlement of veteran funds
A San Ramon man has pleaded guilty to misappropriating and embezzling funds of disabled veterans, United States Attorney David Anderson announced Thursday. In his guilty plea, Raj Kumar Ditta,...Read More
Sonoma Co. approves tiny homes for veterans
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors approved a $1.8 million amended award Tuesday for 14 "tiny homes" for veterans on Russell Avenue in Santa Rosa.Read More
Traveling ‘Tribute Wall’ honors vets in Hayward
A traveling memorial wall honoring U.S. veterans of modern wars will be open for viewing on Memorial Day.Read More
Mission Bay affordable housing moves forward
A San Francisco nonprofit's plan to create affordable housing for homeless veterans in the city's Mission Bay neighborhood has moved closer to its realization.Read More
San Jose sets sights on illegal fireworks
With about two weeks left until the Fourth of July holiday, San Jose city leaders have a plan that would expand a crackdown on illegal fireworks.Read More
Thousands fed by St. Anthony’s on Memorial Day
St. Anthony's Foundation in San Francisco opened its doors Monday to thousands of people, including veterans.Read More
Giants go with Duffy, pull plug on McGehee
Casey McGehee has been designated for assignment, elevating Matt Duffy to starting Giants third baseman.Read More
Bay Area honors veterans with parades, events
The Bay Area is honoring service members with events ranging from jubilant to solemn.Read More
Farrell gives homeless housing a fresh look
Supervisor Mark Farrell will host hearings to assess The City's role in housing the homeless.Read More
Veterans honored with housing, jobs and meals
From help with housing to a free meal at Hooters, Bay Area veterans have earned than just parades and ceremonies.Read More
Wounded war veteran’s service dog found dead
A war veteran's service dog that became spooked and ran away from its owner was found dead on a highway.Read More
Former Medjool space opens its doors to homeless vets
After shuttering its doors more than a year ago, Medjool's Mission Street building is getting a new chance at life by giving homeless veterans a place to stay. Read More