Couple adopts safe haven baby surrendered at fire station: 'We're just thankful to God'
In a heartwarming story from Kentucky, Chris and Brittany Tyler officially adopted 20-month-old Samuel, who was surrendered at a fire station in a safe haven box with a touching message expressing love.
Hospital's smallest baby to ever survive goes home after 116 days in care
John "Buddy" McClinton, one of the smallest babies ever born at Methodist Women's Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska, has been discharged after spending 116 days in care. Born at just 24 weeks and two days last September, Buddy weighed less than a pound.
Mississippi mom says 7-year-old son was written up for saying 'Jesus Christ' at school
The mother said she received a phone call from her child’s first-grade teacher, who reported that he said “a bad word" after dropping his Lego toys.
FBI warns of ‘increasingly urgent threat’ of sextortion targeting children
FBI warns online "sextortion" has becoming an increasingly urgent threat to minors here in the Bay Area and across the country. The crime involves offenders manipulating children to create and send sexually explicit material for extortion purposes.
'Brave' teenager gets legs amputated while comatose after contracting infection on Christmas
A tragic incident involving a comatose Tennessee teenager, Anita Navas, has unfolded over the Christmas holiday. Navas, 13, had to undergo double leg amputation due to a severe infection.
Child tax credit expansion part of bipartisan $78B deal proposed in Congress
In a bipartisan effort, senior Congress lawmakers have unveiled a $78 billion tax deal aimed at expanding child tax credits and providing tax breaks for businesses.
Disneyland Magic Key Pass sales resume: What to know
Disneyland Resort is once again resuming sales of select passes in the Magic Key program. Here's what you need to know.
Pope Francis condemns surrogacy as 'despicable,' calls for global ban
Pope Francis called Monday for a universal ban on what he called the “despicable” practice of surrogate motherhood, as he included the “commercialization” of pregnancy in an annual speech listing threats to global peace and human dignity.
Top trending baby names of 2024: Here’s what’s rising in popularity
Laura Wattenberg, the creator of Namerology, said parents are looking for distinctive names that stand out. Here’s a look at which names will be trending this year.
These Disneyland rides are temporarily closing beginning Jan. 7
Several rides are shutting down at Disneyland for much-needed repairs and upgrades.
'I got you': Father carries paralyzed son up stairs when train station elevator breaks
A young man with a spinal cord injury has praised his parents on TikTok, after a broken train station elevator left him in a tough spot.
'Batman' cheers up children in Bay Area hospitals
One man has made it his mission to spread joy and light to children with chronic illnesses or disabilities for nearly a decade.
Baby reunites with Livermore-Pleasanton firefighters who saved her life
A special meeting on Tuesday reunited a 5-month-old from Livermore with the firefighters and first responders who saved her life earlier this year.
Wonka-inspired hotel stay is up for grabs, see how you can book a room full of chocolate and candy
There are "little surprises around every corner," the iconic Willy Wonka once said.
These 2 California cities rank among 'Top 50 Best Places to Live' in America: study
Just two cities in California were named among the list of "50 Best places to Live in the U.S. in 2023" by online magazine Money.
Nick Cannon, father of 12, reveals how much he spends at Disneyland every year
Nick Cannon recently revealed how much he spends taking his 12 kiddos to Disneyland every year - and the amount may shock you!
Baby born at 23 weeks expected to leave Children's Hospital Oakland ahead of Christmas
This Giving Tuesday, KTVU partnered once again with UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals to raise money for Bay Area children and their families.
Study reveals states where parents pay more to support adult children
A majority of parents are still helping their adult kids financially, but the amount they're willing to give for expenses is higher in certain parts of the country.
30th anniversary of Mrs Doubtfire: director plans new documentary with Robin Williams' outtakes
This week marked the 30th anniversary of the film "Mrs. Doubtfire." It showcased the beauty of the Bay Area. The late Robin Williams who lived here locally, was the beloved star. Director Chris Columbus tells KTVU he plans to make a documentary showcasing Williams' brilliance during the making of the film.
San Jose parents charged with murder after toddler dies of fentanyl, meth poisoning
In an unprecedented move, the Santa Clara County District Attorney on Wednesday announced prosecutors charged two parents with the murder of their 18-month-old daughter, who died of fentanyl and methamphetamine toxicity.