BTS lead member behind a special Bay Area showing

The lead member of the global musical sensation, South Korean boy band BTS, is bringing a special show to the Bay Area — an event that’s being marked as the only U.S. presentation, though it won’t be featuring the kind of art he’s widely known for.

San Jose man flags down police officer, confesses to alleged homicide: SJPD

A man in San Jose is facing murder charges after authorities say he approached a police officer and told the officer he'd just committed a homicide.

14-year-old identified as Union City crash victim

A 14-year-old girl who died in a Union City crash earlier this month has been identified.

Richmond's Flor Hermosa Coffee: culture & community
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A cup of coffee can be about more than just the drink, it can also be about creating a place where people feel welcome. That’s the idea behind Flor Hermosa coffee in Richmond. The Mexican-American owners say they wanted to create a safe and unique space where people could slow down, enjoy a good cup of coffee and connect with their community.

What to know about Trump's UN speech
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President Trump used the UN stage to defend his decision to start a war against Iran. He also brushed aside suggestions that the midterm elections, in which the GOP risks losing control of Congress, could constrain his handling of the war. Peter Loge, director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at The George Washington University, gives insight.

Summer and fall sharing the day
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Happy Tuesday! We are making a transition to warmer weather today with the Autumnal Equinox arriving at 5:05pm. The heat up continues Wednesday and Thursday, pushing inland temperatures into the upper 80s to low 90s, while coastal areas remain in the 70s.  The heat is short-lived with cooler weather returning Friday through the weekend.

Bay Area Honoring Dolly Parton
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'Dolly Day' is Friday, September 25 (9-2-5). The owner of Gold Digger Records, which is sponsoring the event, Matt 'Haze' Kaftor came to KTVU studios, to talk about the Dolly Parton celebration at San Francisco's Union Square.

Kerri Walsh Jennings Unveils Name of New Volleyball Franchise
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Volleyball legend Kerri Walsh Jennings came to KTVU to announce the name and brand identity of the new Northern California franchise in Major League Volleyball. The franchise is called NorCal Rumble.

What Wall Street is looking to get out of the UN General Assembly
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President Trump is expected to address several issues during the UN General Assembly. Financial advisor Chris Markowski breaks down the impact the meeting could have on the markets.

Tuesday starts in summer and ends in fall
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Tuesday is a transition day with gradual warming. Afternoon highs will be near to slightly below average ranging from 60s at the coast to low 80s inland. Autumnal Equinox is 5:05p Pacific time. By Wednesday and Thursday, a brief warmup will push inland temperatures into the upper 80s to low 90s, while coastal areas remain in the 70s. The heat won't last. Another cooldown and below normal temperatures return Friday through the weekend. 

West Oakland overnight shooting injures one and strikes nearby pre-school window

Oakland police are investigating a late night shooting in West Oakland that left one person hospitalized and sent bullets flying into a nearby pre-school, which was closed for the evening.

Suspect held in attack of woman as she opened West Oakland restaurant

A suspect was arrested for allegedly attacking a woman as she opened a West Oakland restaurant on Monday morning, police said.

Do we really need dietary supplements?
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From vitamins and minerals to herbal supplements, millions of Americans take dietary supplements every day. But do we really need them, and how do we know what’s safe? We spoke with a health expert about what consumers should know before reaching for a supplement.

Celebrating Afro-Peruvian culture in the Bay Area
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A local dance company is helping keep Afro-Peruvian culture and traditions alive in the Bay Area. As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, we spoke with the company’s executive director about the history and cultural significance of Afro-Peruvian dance and a special event celebrating the tradition.

Oakland’s historic 16th Street Station
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The public recently got a rare look inside Oakland’s historic 16th Street Station. We spoke with organizers about the tour, the station’s rich history and why preserving the landmark matters to Oakland’s story.

Motorcyclist killed in Concord Highway 4 crash

A fatal crash on Highway 4 in Concord blocked traffic for several hours Monday.