Andre Torrez
Andre Torrez is a native Midwesterner who has called the Bay Area home for nearly 20 years.
In 2007, he honed his news chops at KCBS All News, working in production and as a writer while simultaneously serving as a volunteer DJ and promo director at KUSF 90.3 FM.
Delving into the world of print journalism, he took an internship with the progressive, alt-weekly SF Bay Guardian, where he would briefly become a columnist. He was a contributing writer for the Bay Area Reporter where his beat included nightlife for this LGBTQ+ community newspaper.
His byline has been seen in the San Francisco Chronicle, SF Weekly, Vice, 7x7, and various other print and digital publications.
While arts and culture have been his calling, Andre landed at KTVU in 2015 as a digital content producer.
Recent highlights include his launch of the ‘Dollarita Steve’ sensation where he mined a random moment from broadcast television and turned it into digital gold. He conceived the ‘Amber Lee’s Chinatown’ half-hour TV special and served as its field producer.
His artful eye captured the historic neon lights of San Francisco for a brilliant trip through time that played as an evergreen piece on TV screens and as a multimedia experience on handheld devices.
Andre is always looking to highlight those who are underrepresented and underserved, and stories that will take you off the beaten path into the lesser-known, underappreciated nooks and crannies of Bay Area life.
Have a story tip or idea for Andre? Email Contact Andre at andre.torrez@fox.com or (510) 874-0579.
The latest from Andre Torrez
San Jose police shoot suspect they say threatened officers with knife
Officers were called out on Sunday about 7:45 p.m. to the area near S. First and Sutter streets to help out with a "family disturbance involving a weapon."
San Mateo County supervisors may ask for sheriff's resignation after report details allegations
Two San Mateo County supervisors released an independent report on Tuesday that calls for Sheriff Christina Corpus to resign over allegations of inappropriate behavior.
San Francisco Mayor London Breed concedes, congratulates Daniel Lurie on victory
San Francisco Mayor London Breed has conceded to her political opponent, Daniel Lurie, a man with no political experience, in what appears to be a stunning upset in the city's mayoral race.
San Jose Councilman Omar Torres' arrest stems from child sex crime allegations in 1990s, police say
The police chief and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan held a press conference Wednesday afternoon, detailing the allegations and next steps for Torres' city council seat.
San Jose police address Councilman Omar Torres' arrest on child sex crime charges
Embattled San Jose councilmember Omar Torres was arrested on Tuesday, according to Torres' attorney.
2024 Election: What to know about San Francisco's Proposition K
Proposition K would permanently close San Francisco's Great Highway to traffic and establish it as a public recreation space.
Oakland's AfroComicCon to feature fashion, film and cosplay at iconic Grand Lake Theatre
In its seventh year, Oakland's AfroComicCon is showing signs of growth. And that's not a bad thing. The organizers are energized by the thrill of this year's event being held at the iconic Grand Lake Theatre, complete with a fashion show.
Ghosts of Halloween Past: Costumes done KTVU style
A chill is in the air and it's not just the changing weather. Spirits, ghouls and goblins abound as Halloween approaches. Here at KTVU we dug through our personal archives to display the ghosts of Halloween past. Here's some of the costumes we wore on Halloween.
Man held in jail due to red tape after serving lengthy prison sentence is released
Carlos Harris, the man who served a 20-year prison term, was released Tuesday night. His next chapter is one that is full of hope and optimism, but his journey wasn't easy. Five days after a ruling from a Santa Clara County judge that saw his sentence reduced by five years, Harris still sat in jail due to red tape.