Top destinations to travel to in 2024

Travel expert, Gabe Saglie, joins us live on Mornings on 2 to talk about next year's top travel trends and destinations that are easy to get to from California.

Elevate your New Year's Dishes

Elevate some of your appetizer dishes to help ring in the New Year. Chef Tucker, the winner of Next Level Chef Season 2 joined us in studio to show us how to make a crab toast on toasted brioche with salmon roe and a New Year's Eve sparkler. Appetizer Crab Toast on Toasted Brioche with Salmon Roe recipe: - brioche toast - butter - crab meat - chives, parsley - salmon roe - lemon zest and juice - spices - kewpie - soy sauce - shallot, garlic - sriracha - salmon roe New Year's Eve Sparkler Cocktail - 1oz vodka - 1.5oz pomegranate juice - 3.5oz champagne - sugared cranberries garnish

Improving family dynamics in the New year

You may be feeling a little stressed out with the family at this point in the holiday season, but there are several more days to go. And there are likely more parties and gatherings to attend before we all go back to our normal routines. But there are many ways to manage any stress your family may be causing. Kaiser Permanente psychiatrist Michael Sands joined us on The Nine for some help

Latino-funded nonprofits

Thousands of dollars are headed to Latino-funded nonprofits. Anais Amayo of the Latino Community Foundation explains.

Talking to kids about gratitude during the holidays

With all the shopping, gift-giving and Christmas requests that come from children this time of year, it can be tough to keep kids focused on the most important part of the holiday. We speak with pediatric psychiatrist, Doctor Christina Khan for advice on how to reinforce the concepts of giving and gratitude with children.

N. California Dungeness Crab Season Reopens January 5th

Dungeness crab season will reopen in California's northernmost counties. State officials say commercial crab fishing will be permitted north of Sonoma County beginning January 5th, 2024. Here to tell us how this will affect local businesses is Bob Partrite, the CEO of Simco Restaurants at San Francisco's Pier 39.

DMV rolls out digital driver's license pilot program

The Department of Motor Vehicles is rolling out a cutting-edge pilot program allowing you to put your driver's license on your phone. The Director of California's DMV joined us in studio to talk about how how it works and to tell us how you could transform your airport experience.

Elevating your Christmas Dinner with Chef Dustin

Christmas is just a few days away, and if you're still looking to elevate your holiday feast, we have you covered with some culinary magic. Joining us is the owner of The Matheson and Valette in Healdsburg Chef Dustin Valette along with Executive Chef Nathan Davis.

'Nutcracker' returns for the holidays in San Francisco

Transforming the San Francisco War Memorial Opera House into a winter wonderland so you can see Nutcracker on the stage. This is one of the most spectacular ballet performances in the country. Many say even in the world. A soloist with San Francisco Ballet Isabella Devivo joined us on The Nine to tell us what to expect.

Understanding grief during the holidays

While the holiday season often brings joy and celebration for some, it's a time that facing Christmas without someone you love can be a lonely and daunting time. Joining us to share her own courageous story of life after loss is Author and Poet Wanda Weathersby.

Running with Love

Making a difference in the lives of young minds. On thig Giving Day we highlighted a local nonprofit that's breaking down barriers and paving the way for young students. Founder of Running with Love Alyse Polman joined us on The Nine to talk about what it's like starting this organization.

"A Charlie Brown Christmas Live" at SF Symphony

It's become a holiday staple for generations. Starting on Thursday, the San Francisco Symphony presents A Charlie Brown Christmas Live. Elena Zalman, the Répétiteur for A Charlie Brown Christmas and Michael Starr, the dancer appearing as Charlie Brown joined us in studio to tell us what to expect.

Traveling to Maui after the devastating wildfires

It's been four months since those devastating fires in Lahaina on the island of Maui. And as the recovery and rebuilding efforts continue, the island is calling all travelers with the message that visiting responsibly and mindfully is critical to its rebound. Our travel expert, Gabe Saglie is in Maui with what the expect.

Authenticity during the holidays

The holidays are a treasured time when families come together to celebrate and create those lasting memories. However, people often find themselves walking on eggshells, sometimes trying to meet everyone's expectations and avoid any missteps. Joining us now to talk about how you can have an authentic holiday with Bay Area Board-Certified Behavior Analyst Adam Bulbulia.

MDMA Therapy to treat PTSD patients

Another unique way to help treat post-traumatic stress disorder. MDMA is commonly known as ecstasy or Molly. If approved, it would be the first ever psychedelic approved for psychotherapy. The drug would be administered to qualifying PTSD patients. We're joined by Dylan Jouris, who is a veteran and Purple Heart recipient who has used MDMA therapy to treat his PTSD.