Guitars not Guns to host open house for students in the East Bay
The Contra Costa County chapter of "Guitars not Guns" hosts an open house in Concord Monday night for those interested to learn more about the non-profit organization, which provides lessons to foster kids and at-risk youth.
Tributes continue to pour in for the late Senator Dianne Feinstein
Political Science professor Donna Crane of San Jose State University joins Mornings on 2 to look back at the important role Senator Dianne Feinstein's played in our country's politics, and in Donna's personal life.
West Coast premier of Heidi Armbruster's 'Mrs. Christie' this week
Actor Aldo Billingslea and his pup Anubis are getting ready to star in 'Mrs. Christie,' a play based on the 1926 disappearance of mystery novelist, Agatha Christie.
Governor Newsom signs several bills to strengthen gun safety protections
Governor Newsom signed several bills this week, aimed to strengthen the state's gun safety protections. One new law adds an additional 11% tax on gun and ammunition sales. Tanya Schardt from the Brady campaign to prevent gun violence, joined us on The Nine to talk about the economic impact of a new tax, and where that money will go.
September marks national preparedness month
It's National Preparedness Month and Kaiser Permanente cardiologist talks about the importance behind being prepared in case of any emergency situation. Dr. Rita Ng sat down with KTVU to teach about how being prepared could end up saving someone's life.
"Alone TV" series winner shares her story of survival in the arctic
The first woman to win The History Channel's "Alone TV" survivor series tells her story of what it took to survive in the arctic in her new book "Never Alone: A Solo Arctic Survival Journey". KTVU's Dave Clark speaks with Woniya Thibeault about her experience, strategies and lessons learned.
Latina Vida inspires the next generation of diverse leaders
Local non-profit Latina Vida is making major moves to empower Latina and first-generation diverse professionals with the tools and support they need to conquer systemic workplace challenges. KTVU's Sal Castaneda speaks with Tammy Ramos, Executive Director of Latina Vida about their mission.
Understanding diversity through one popular dish: Ceviche
Mornings on 2 celebrates Hispanic Heritage month by bringing in chef Victor Aguilera to help us understand the diversity found in one popular dish: Ceviche.
Chuseok Festival returns to the Bay Area
Taekwondo performers give us a preview of what's to come at the 5th Annual Chuseok Festival in San Francisco
Autumn Moon Festival celebration
The first weekend of fall calls for Autumn Moon Festival celebrations around the Bay Area and a staple of those celebrations are moon cakes. Chef and owner of Bake Sum bakery explains why moon cakes are important for the festival,
Winchester Mystery House unveils 'Unhinged: Housewarming'
It's a bone-chilling chapter, promising a night of frights and unforgettable thrills. 'The Nine' takes you inside the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose for its 'Unhinged: Housewarming.' It's a Halloween extravaganza, where the spirits come alive for a haunted housewarming like no other.
Local producer and director team up for 'Amerikatsi' film
Bay Area natives and longtime friends, Michael Goorjian and Patrick Malkassian, went into filmmaking separately but came together to make a film that honors their shared Armenian heritage. The movie 'Amerikatsi' tells the story of Soviet-era Armenia, following the Armenian genocide, long before Armenia became its own country in 1991. They joined us on 'The Nine' to talk more about what the film means to them.
UAW expands strike to 38 locations in 20 states
The United Auto Workers Union has expanded its strike against major automakers after the companies failed to meet some of the union's demands. Brian Moody, Autotrader's executive editor, joins us on 'The Nine' for a look at what this means for consumers across the country.
What are Pandemic EBT cards?
Free groceries are on the way to some California families through a final round of pandemic relief food benefit. We welcome Marla Stewart, director of Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services, with more on what we need to know about Pandemic EBT cards.
World Alzheimer's Day
It's a time to raise awareness about the disease and to challenge the stigma that surrounds the condition. Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia that damages the brain. Alzheimer's affects more than 55 million people all with us now is Dr. Pamela Chacha of San Leandro Medical Center joins us.
Tackling the issue of Gun Violence
A local group is tackling the issue of gun violence by working to help the survivors. Tinisch Hollins, the executive director of California's for Safety and Justice joined us in studio to explain what the group does and what a gun violence victims agenda is.
March for Rent Control in Pittsburg
Tenant activists in Pittsburg are pushing for the passage of a rent stabilization ordinance to help address the growing homelessness and housing. Devin Williams, the organizer of March for Rent Control and Nicole Arrington, who is a tenant in Pittsburg joined us on The Nine to discuss the issues.
Federal Reserve on Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve is expected to hold its key interest rate steady. It wrapped up its two day meeting earlier this week. It a year and a half that the central bank declined to raise interest rates. It interrupts a flurry of hikes that pushed the federal funds rate between five and a quarter and 5.5. That's the highest level in more than two decades, making it harder for consumers to afford a loan or pay off a credit card. George Nocetti from Morgan Stanley breaks it down.
Port of Oakland Economic Impact Study
Port of Oakland releases results of Economic Impact Study and it shows the Port currently generates a total of 98,345 jobs, which is a 14% increase since 2017. Port of Oakland President Barbara Leslie and San Leandro Mayor Juan Gonzalez join us to talk about the study.
49ers fans takeover So-Fi Stadium
The San Francisco 49ers played against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, and it was quarterback Brock Purdy's first time starting against the Southern California team. KTVU spoke with Seven Sinatra, the founder of the 49ers LA Fan Club about the amount of Niners fans that dominated in support at the stadium.