Taylor Swift's new jacket has Bay Area ties

The custom jacket was worn to a playoffs game in Kansas City over the weekend. For more details visit https://www.ktvu.com/sports/taylor-swifts-new-custom-jacket-made-by-wife-of-san-francisco-49er

Breast Cancer Detection

Former member of KTVU, Anchor Sara Sidner recently revealed that she's battling stage three breast cancer. She received an outpouring of support on social media. Kaiser Permanente radiologist Dr. Dawn Nwamuo joined us on The Nine with the importance of annual checkups.

New risk factors for early onset dementia

Pam Cook talks live with the Fox Medical Team about new research that show a vitamin-D deficiency and lack of social interaction could lead to dementia in your 40's and 50's, and the tests you should request at your next doctor appointment.

Bay Area legislator proposes the consolidation of all transit agencies

California Senator Aisha Wahab of Fremont is proposing to consolidate all 27 Bay Area public transit agencies, she is asking the California State Transportation agency to come up with a plan to create one independent agency. Senator Wahab speaks with KTVU about the early stages of the proposal.

Three years since the January 6th insurrection

January 6th marks 3 years since the attack on Capitol Hill. KTVU's Frank Mallicoat checks in with Political Science Professor Emeritus Steve Woolpert for more on how this historic day will play a role in this year's presidential election.

Cannabis café bill gets reintroduced

California Assemblymember Matt Haney has reintroduced a bill to create Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in the state. Governor Newsom vetoed a similar bill last year, which would have allowed cannabis dispensaries to sell food and host live concerts. Assemblymember Haney joined us on 'The Nine' to talk about how it could reshape the cannabis landscape across California.

Sticking with financial resolutions in 2024

According to WalletHub, nearly 50% of people nationwide have made finance-related New Year's resolutions this year. Whether you're aiming to save, invest, or eliminate debt, financial resolutions can help you set yourself up for success. Anita Johnson, a financial behaviorist, joined us on 'The Nine' to talk more about the psychology behind our financial decisions.

Real estate trends to look out for in 2024

The real estate market saw its fair share of ups and downs over the last year, as home prices climbed at a slower rate and sales slowed down. But this year, experts predict market conditions will improve. Realtor Deidre Joyner from Red Oak Realty joined us on 'The Nine' to talk about the changing landscape.

Fund a Need celebrating 10 years

On the first Giving Day of 2024, KTVU highlighted the work of the Bay Area organization, Fund a Need. Its mission is to help low-income and homeless seniors and veterans and celebrates its 10th anniversary in February. Director Sema Tosun appeared on KTVU: the Nine to discuss the achievements of her non-profit.

New Year's Eve late-night munchies

Hugh Groman joins us live to show us how to cook a delicious New Year's Eve meal Ginger Prosecco Sparkler 6 drinks 1 750 oz bottle Prosecco 1/2 cup ginger syrup 1 lemon, peels shaved To make drink: Add 4 oz chilled champagne to glass. Top with 1 Tablespoon ginger syrup and garnish with lemon peel. Serve immediately. ginger syrup recipe 1 cup water 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup sliced ginger (peel on is OK) Combine all three ingredients in a pot and simmer for 15 minutes. Refrigerate overnight and then strain through a medium to fine strainer. Syrup keeps for up to 4 weeks. Fancy Grilled Cheese: makes 8 sandwiches cut into 4 pieces each. Serves 6 to 8 people generously as part of a meal or hors d'oeuvre party. 16 slices favorite soft white bread or sourdough 8 1oz slices medium or sharp cheddar 6 slices bacon, cooked until just crisp 1 ripe medium tomato, sliced thin 8 oz Taleggio cheese, sliced 1.5 Tablespoons truffle oil 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced and roasted with olive oil, salt and pepper for 20 minutes in 400 degree oven. 1 oz baby arugula 6 to 8 oz butter and/or olive oil Optional mayonnaise to spread on bread griddle Assemble sandwiches: Type 1: assemble 2 of these sandwiches with 2 slices of cheddar each and slices of tomato. Add salt and pepper to tomatoes. Optional: spread bread on outside with mayonnaise. Type 2: assemble 2 of these sandwiches with 2 slices of cheddar each and 3 slices of crisp bacon each. Optional: spread bread on outside with mayonnaise. Type 3: assemble 4 of these sandwiches with 2 oz of Taleggio cheese each, a sprinkling of roasted mushrooms, truffle oil and baby arugula. Optional: spread bread on outside with mayonnaise. Griddle sandwiches slowly with generous amounts of butter and/or olive oil. Cut sandwiches in quarters and serve hot and oozy. Follow us on instagram! @hughgromangroup and @gromangroupinteriors