The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District launches a new first-of-its kind program to better respond to mental health emergencies.
The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District is launching what it calls a first of its kind program. It's aimed at changing the way authorities respond to mental health emergencies. San Ramon Chief Paige Meyer and Doctor Malcolm Johnson, the medical director for the district joined us this morning to talk about the program.
Israel at war with Hamas after attacks
We continue to follow this developing story overseas, University of San Francisco Middle Eastern Politic Professor Stephen Zunes joins us to discuss what is happening after the attacks.
Celebrating Oaktoberfest in Oakland
Celebrate the history, the flavors and the people of the Bay Area. Oaktoberfest returns to the Dimond District in Oakland. Peter Gomes, the president and CEO of Visit Oakland and Daniel Swafford join us to talk about what looks like a beer lovers heaven.
Go-to Girlfriend gives us the scoop on this season's travel must-haves.
Headed out on a getaway this fall? Go-to Girlfriend Sadie Murray stops by the studio for a look at this season's travel-friendly must haves.
Bay Area restaurants collaborate in honor of Filipino Heritage Month
Señor Sisig - known for its Filipino/Mexican fusion food - and Mitchell's Ice Cream Shop in SF -- known for offering diverse fruit flavors from around the world - partner up for a special Filipino ice cream flavor. Señor Sisig stops by KTVU to tell us all about it.
Thrive City hosts a Golden State Warriors panel ahead of the Warriors preseason game to talk about music's positive impact on mental wellness
Bay Area musician Rexx Life Raj speaks to Frank Mallicoat about music's transformative and healing powers ahead of a GSW panel.
Humane Society of Sonoma County participates in Howl-oween contest
Mushie participates in dog-costume contest to help the Humane Society of Sonoma County win the national grand prize of $1000 in Bar Dog's annual Howl-oween contest
The San Francisco Asian Art Museum debuts its "Murakami: Monsterized" exhibit
There is a spectacular new exhibit at San Francisco's Asian Art Museum. Monsters in paintings and sculptures. Some of which have never been displayed before publicly. And this is your only chance to see it. The exhibit is from Japanese artist Takashi Murakami. It is called, "Unfamiliar People Swelling of monster sized human ego". Senior curator Laura Allen joined us to talk about the exhibit.
Managing your federal student loan repayments
President Biden is canceling $9 Billion in student debt for 125,000 people nationwide. It's part of his administration's fixes to a number of programs, including the income driven repayment plans and public service loan forgiveness. Jason Matthews from Matthews Financial joined us to talk about the Federal Student Loan repayments.
Remembering the Life and Legacy of Senator Dianne Feinstein.
We continue to remember the life and legacy of Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Ahmad Thomas previously served as a senior aide to Senator Feinstein in Washington, D.C. and joined us in studio to speak about the person she was working along side her.
Taste, hear, and see aspects of the Armenian Culture at the Armenian Food Festival in Oakland
Tonight is the start of the Armenian Food Festival. One of the biggest such events of the year for the Armenian Community across the Bay Area and beyond. We talk to two longtime church members and volunteers of the event Beth Rustigian and David Ojakian who say everyone is invited.
San Francisco's Italian Heritage Parade
It's the 155th year of the Italian Heritage Parade in the city. We sat down with one this year's grand marshal Tony Gemignani a 13-time World Pizza Champion and the owner of Tony's Pizza Napoletana in the city's North Beach Neighborhood.
One-on-one with BART's new police chief
Bart has been working hard to attract riders back to its trains. We talked live with the transit agency's new police chief Kevin Franklin on his plans to bring peace of mind to riders.
American Cancer Society
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and there is an intense focus on preventing what can be a deadly diagnosis. Olivia Catanio from the American Cancer Society joins us to talk about the two breast cancer walks in the bay area happening later this month in San Francisco and in Santa Clara.
Consumers continue to Spend
There may be concerns about the economy, but Americans are still shelling out money despite inflation and high interest rates. UC Berkeley Professor and Macro Forecaster for the U.S. Federal Reserve Yaniv Konchitchki joined us this morning to tell us what this means for the economy.
Oakland mayor talks Ceasefire, foot patrols and cameras
In her regular monthly interview with KTVU, Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao talks about Ceasefire, foot patrol officers and buying 300 automated license plate readers for the city.
Health News: Foods that help you sleep
There are some foods you should eat, and foods you should avoid, to get a good night's sleep.
Local author, illustrator join together to revitalize the Spanish language among generations
New research reveals that more than 45% of immigrant children who entered the United States before turning 13 could sustain their fluency in the original language. However, that proficiency rate significantly drops to less than 10% among the third generation. As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Dr. Michael Genhart and John Parra, the co-creators of the new children's book, 'Spanish is the Language of My Family,' are actively making efforts to rejuvenate the Spanish language and culture among generations.
Concern grows over San Francisco's economy
The office vacancy rate in San Francisco grew more than any other city in the United States during the Covid-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, the list of large retailers that have, or are about to close shop, continues to grow. San Francisco chief economist, Ted Egan, joins us on 'The Nine' to talk about the state of the city's economy.
Locally owned coffee roasting company visits KTVU for International Coffee Day to discuss sustainability
Marin-based Equator Coffees celebrates International Coffee Day by visiting KTVU. The company's director of coffee culture and Frank Mallicoat talk about how important sustainability is for the coffee industry around the world over a cup of Joe.