Tony Award-winning 'Kimberly Akimbo' arrives in San Francisco

The most Tony Award-winning show of the season has arrived in San Francisco! Kimberly Akimbo is a heartfelt and hilarious production that follows a teenager navigating life's challenges with resilience and optimism. Carolee Carmello, who stars as Kimberly, joined us on The Nine to share insights about the show and its run with BroadwaySF.

Lung Cancer Awareness Month: The life-saving impact of early detection

The month of November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and staggering statistics show it's the number one cancer killer in the United States. However, doctors emphasize that it doesn't need to be a death sentence. Dr. Jeff Velotta, a thoracic surgeon at Kaiser Permanente, and Anne Manley, one of his patients, joined us on 'The Nine' to share why early detection is critical in the fight against lung cancer.

Bitcoin hits record as post-election rally gains momentum

For the first time ever, the price of Bitcoin edged above $90,000 on Tuesday. This milestone comes as the post-election rally continues following President-elect Donald Trump's win. The cryptocurrency's value has more than doubled since the start of the year, with some experts predicting it could reach $100,000 by year's end.

Diabetes Awareness Month: 1 in 3 Americans at risk, expert weighs In

The month of November is Diabetes Awareness Month. According to the CDC, 1 in 3 people nationwide will develop diabetes in their lifetime. Dr. Nailah Thompson, an internal medicine physician with Kaiser Permanente East Bay, joined us on 'The Nine' to discuss what many medical experts consider an alarming trend.

Golfing returns to San Francisco's Oracle Park

Forget a home run-- how about a hole-in-one? The Ballpark Back 9 is back at Oracle Park in San Francisco. Joey Nevin, Vice President of Giants Enterprises, joined us on 'The Nine' as golfers tee off.

Napa Valley Grapegrowers

California's wine industry is responsible for driving $88 billion in economic activity. From farming and manufacturing to advertising and sales, grape growers are increasingly prioritizing sustainability and community building. For nearly 50 years, the nonprofit Napa Valley Grapegrowers has been at the forefront of these efforts.

F1 returns to Las Vegas next week

Next week marks the final U.S. race for Formula One this year, and there's still time to catch the action live, as some of the world's top drivers race through the streets of Las Vegas. Travel Expert Gabe Saglie joined us on 'The Nine' to show us what fans can expect.

Australia looks to ban social media for children under 16

Australia is looking to ban children younger than 16 from social media. Government officials say the proposed ban is aimed at mitigating the harm social media has on children. If passed, some say it could set a global precedent, potentially influencing similar efforts in other countries.

Make Camo You Cause campaign now live

On this Veterans Day, KTVU FOX 2 has partnered with U.S. VETS for the fourth annual Make Camo Your Cause campaign. It's all in an effort to help prevent and put an end to veteran homelessness nationwide.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with treats from Charise's Kind Of Sweet!

If you're craving something with a twist but also very sweet, from Oreo cheesecake cups to boozy berries, we introduce you to Charise's Kind Of Sweet in Oakland. Entrepreneur Charise Huff creates unique desserts infused with your favorite spirits. She joined us on 'The Nine' to show us how you can satisfy your sweet tooth.

One Warm Coat kicks off

As temperatures drop across the Bay area, the need for warm warmth becomes more urgent. That's why KTVU continues our long standing partnership with One Warm Coat. It's a national nonprofit dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to a free warm coat. Our partnership campaign has already begun. President and CEO of One Warm Coat Beth Amodio joined us on 'The Nine" to talk about our 22 year partnership.

California counties that flipped in the 2024 Presidential Election

The political map here in California has shifted in this election nationally, as well as here at home. And while Vice President Harris secured a decisive win over President-Elect Trump in her home state of California, new data reveals several counties that were once reliably Democratic strongholds have now flipped red. San Francisco State Political Science Professor Rebecca Eissler joined us 'The Nine' to provide some insight.

Expert shares how to navigate election-related conversations with children

Donald Trump's election victory has sparked a wave of emotions nationwide. For many parents, the challenge now is explaining the outcome to their children. Kaitlin Soule, the founder of Bay Area Modern Therapy, joined us on 'The Nine' to discuss how families can navigate tough conversations.

Expert weighs in on economic impact of Trump's White House return

Financial analysts and everyday Americans are closely watching to see how Former President Donald Trump’s return to the White House might impact the economy and household budgets. Trump campaigned on promises of tariffs, tax cuts, and deregulation. Jason Matthews of Matthews Financial and Insurance Solutions joined us on 'The Nine' to provide insight.

Bay Area authors luncheon: Supporting kidney care through literature

It's a Bay Area tradition that's helping to save lives. The National Kidney Foundation's 36th annual Authors Luncheon brings together diverse voices in literature to support education, advocacy and research for kidney care. Jaqueline Winspear, author of 'The Comfort of Ghosts', joined us on 'The Nine' ahead of the event Saturday.

The impact of undecided voters

While about one third of California voters have already cast their ballots, there are still undecided voters nationwide. Election analysts say those in key swing states could hold the outcome of the presidential race in their hands. We welcome the Director of the project on Ethics and Political Communication at George Washington University back to Mornings on 2, Professor Peter Loge.

The impact women voters could have on the Presidential Election

There is a lot of talk about a new poll that shows Vice President Kamala Harris is ahead of former President Donald Trump in the traditionally red state of Iowa. The pollster behind the survey says older women are the driving force for that change, which could be an indicator for other key states. Michele Bratcher Goodwin, professor of Constitutional law and global Health policy at Georgetown University joined us on Mornings on 2 to examine the impact women voters could have on the election.

The importance of Swing States

Americans all across the country will be voting in the Presidential Election. And all eyes will be on a handful of swing states. David Schultz, a distinguished political science professor at Hamline University joined us on Mornings on 2 to explain.