BOSS: Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency
Marking 50 years of progress. This week, Boss, which stands for Building Opportunities for Self Sufficiency, is being celebrated for all the good work it's done in the community. CEO of BOSS Donald Frazier joined us on The Nine to talk about the organization.
Walk to end hunger & homelessness in Richmond
The great Richmond Interfaith Program, known as GRIP is a mosaic of cultures and beliefs, united for a common cause. It's a mission to empower those in need to their path to self-sufficiency. GRIP is hosting its 37th annual Harmony walk to end hunger and homelessness. Executive Director Ralph Payton tells us what to expect.
Fatherhood Summit in Oakland provides a safe and supportive space for fathers and father figures
The 2023 Fatherhood Summit took place in Oakland. It is an initiative to provide support to fathers and father figures, where they can come together in important dialogue that supports their fatherhood journey. KTVU spoke with the co-founder of the Alameda County Fathers Corps, Kevin Bremond, to talk about the event.
Air charter service JSX clashes with FAA
JSX is a charter service planning to give travelers a luxurious private jet style flight but at commercial airline prices. However, the company is seeing major pushback from bigger corporations in the commercial aviation industry. JSX's director of communications Benjamin Kaufman spoke with KTVU about the tension between the two.
Lovelife week in Oakland
The city of Oakland is wrapping up its Love Life Week. It's a series of community service, arts, music and cultural events to honor those who spread love and help stop violence in the city. Troy Belton, a board member for the Love Life Foundation and Donald Lacey, the founder of the organization join us to talk about the events.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Numbers from the National Domestic Violence Hotline show 1 and 3 women, and 1 and 4 men have experienced domestic violence at some point in their lives. Doctor Katrina Rapa, Kaiser Permanente's East Bay lead for the family violence prevention program joined us in studio to provide some insight on how to stop those impacted by it.
Rising mortgage rates
Rising mortgage rates are making it even more difficult for people to buy a house. We spoke with Lana Miranda, a broker and loan officer at Miranda Real Estate with tips how to shop around for a house.
10 years since Andy Lopez's death, what have we learned?
Andy Lopez was 13 years old when he was shot and killed by a Sonoma County Sheriff's Deputy. A former attorney who creates public affairs documentaries created a documentary about his death and the series of events thereafter titled, "3 Seconds in October." He talks with Claudine Wong about what he discovered while producing the documentary, and how we, as a society, can move forward from Andy's tragic death.
SF Boutique partners with Helpers Community
Helpers Community holds fundraiser to raise money to support individuals with developmental disabilities. Owners of the Helpers Artisan Boutique join us live to talk about their efforts.
San Jose State student participating in Food Network's "Halloween Cookie Challenge"
San Jose State University student Christina Ledesma, also known as The Retro Cookie Lady, is set to be featured on the Food Network's "Halloween Cookie Challenge". KTVU's Gasia Mikaelian speaks with Ledesma about love of baking and what inspires her.
Actor & singer Anthony Rapp's solo musical comes to the city
Anthony Rapp brings "Without You" to San Francisco's Curran Theater. Hear what he has to say about his hit solo musical.
State of Oakland with Mayor Sheng Thao
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao addressed Oaklanders in her first State of the City address since taking the position. And the people in the city showed up and voiced their frustrations at the lack of change due to the rise in violent crime. Mayor Thao joined us in studio to talk about the challenges her administration is facing all while expressing optimism.
Sheila E. and the Escovedo family honored by Oakland
She leads a glamorous life, while doing a whole lot of good in her beloved hometown of Oakland. Hear how the city of Oakland is honoring Singer and Percussionist Sheila E. and her whole family.
HDIF-USA
They are unique, handcrafted products done by the local non-profit HDIF-USA, which nurtures sustainable economic opportunities in rural villages and cities throughout Armenia. Beth Rustigian joined us on live on The Nine to show us the beautiful handmade products.
Oakland Style kicks off this week
Visit Oakland is launching "Oakland Style., an annual five-day celebration of art, music, fashion, cuisine, and culture. The event kicks off on Wednesday, October 18th and continues through Sunday. Hear from some of those taking part in the event, who tell us what to expect.
Immersive haunted experience The Initiation at the San Francisco Mint
One way to enjoy the start of the Halloween festivities is with the new immersive haunted experience "The Initiation" presented by the Terror Vault at the San Francisco Mint. It consists of theater, 4D effects, haunted mazes and more. Joshua Grannell, also known as Peaches Christ, is the co-creator of The Initiation and tells us more of what to expect.
The Berkeley Symphony kicks off its 2023-24 season with the Symphonic Series Concert
The Symphonic Series Concert is this Sunday at Zellerbach Hall. It's called American Kaleidoscope, which features the music of American composers. The symphony's music director Joseph Young talks about the influence of their music.
FIERCE Advocates
It's an organization that amplifies the voices of parents and caregivers of color. Fierce Advocates works to help break barriers, and ensure every child has equal access to quality education, all while supporting families in their journey towards emotional and physical well-being. Executive director of the non profit, Sheryl Lane joined us this morning.
Devastation in the Middle East, a San Francisco man describes is in Israel amid the ongoing war.
Manny Yekutiel is the owner of Manny's in S.F. and is about an hour outside of Tel Aviv for his niece's bat mitzvah when Hamas launched a surprise attack this weekend. Manny joined us this morning from Tel Aviv to describe what is happening around him.
Anxiety and depression on the rise
October 10 is World Mental Health Day and KTVU is talking with an expert from Kaiser Permanente about the uptick in levels of depression and anxiety since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 1 in 5 adults live with mental illness, according to the CDC while nearly a third of American high school students say they have experienced poor mental health.