"Me, Mommy, Mantu" celebrates diversity in the kitchen

While fantasies and creative characters dominate many children's books, one Oakland author used her own experiences to tell a story embracing diversity, Afghan culture, food and tradition. KTVU's Gasia Mikaelian speaks with Toba Adina-Jao about her self-published children's book, "Me, Mommy, Mantu".

Earthquake Brace and Bolt program

KTVU's Dave Clark speaks with Janiele Maffei, Chief Mitigation Officer for The California Earthquake Authority about how you can make sure you and your family are better prepared for an earthquake.

Trump expected to surrender in Georgia

Former President Donald Trump is expected to turn himself into authorities in Fulton County, Georgia today. He's been indicted, along with associates like Rudy Giuliani, for alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. As part of the booking process, it's likely that Trump's mug shot will be released. KTVU spoke to David Levine, a law professor at UC Hastings, on what else to expect from Trump's appearance.

First 2024 Republican presidential debate tonight

KTVU's Gasia Mikaelian speaks with David McCuan, Professor of Politics at Sonoma State University about what we can expect GOP candidates to focus on in tonight's debate as the party frontrunner, Former President Trump, refuses to participate.

CURYJ: Transforming communities by empowering youth leaders

For more than a decade, the non-profit CURYJ has been a force in building community and empowering young leaders in the fight to end youth criminalization and mass incarceration. CURYJ is based in Oakland's Fruitvale district and continues to make an impact on the lives of those most affected by systemic injustice, immigration challenges and the foster care system. KTVU's Andre Senior speaks with Ricardo Garcia-Acosta, Director of Community Peace and Organizer Associate Amanda Majail-Blanco about their mission.

Marking 100 years of the Green Goddess dressing

You might see it bottled up at your local Safeway or Trader Joe's, but the origins of the Green Goddess dressing actually have Bay Area roots. This year marks the 100th birthday of the dressing, which originated at San Francisco's Palace Hotel. The hotel's executive chef joined us on The Nine to talk about how they're marking the milestone.

Dealing with back-to-school anxiety

Most Bay Area students are back in the classroom but for some kids, back-to-school anxiety can last for weeks. KTVU's Gasia Mikaelian speaks with Kaitlin Soule, licensed marriage and family therapist, author and founder of Bay Area Modern Therapy about what parents can do to help ease stress at the start of the school year.

Bay Area video game creator shares his story

Traevon Taylor of Antioch, California, launches his first video game on video game streaming site, "Steam." He talks about the long journey that turned his dream into reality, and what's next for his video game, "Buluk Mayan Warfare."

Animals evacuated from Maui arrive in the Bay Area

Maui Humane Society flew out about 60 dogs, cats, puppies and kittens that were already in local shelters before the deadly fires broke out. Now the hunt is on to find these pets a forever home. KTVU spoke with Lisa Bloch, director of communications and marketing for the Marin Humane Society about receiving the animals.

Taste of the Town: Novato

KTVU's Sal Castaneda takes us to some of Novato's hidden gems and shares some of the local's favorite foods.

OUSD superintendant talks about new school year

A new school year got underway last on Aug. 7 for public school students in Oakland and OUSD Superintendant Kyla Johnson-Trammell joined KTVU to talk about what students and families can expect.

Dollars and Sense: new Apple Watch and where Californians go

KTVU's Pam Cook has everything you need to know on Apple's soon-to-be-released details on their new Apple Watch, Monday morning's stock updates, where Californians are moving to and a new survey that found Gen Z feels guilty taking time off work.

'Fall is Free' returns to the Peralta Community College District

The Peralta Community College District is breaking barriers in education. The Fall is Free program is back again for the second year in a row, offering free tuition to any student who completes the FAFSA application. The program covers textbook costs and the college's student health fees. Students will also get free bus passes, free lunch on campus, weekly produce boxes and Chromebooks they can check out at the library. The Peralta Community College District includes Berkeley City College, Laney College, Merritt College and College of Alameda. This program is available at all four campuses.

Back-to-school with Berkeley Unified

The summer is winding down for students in Berkeley, as they return to the classroom next week. We talked with Superintendent Enikia Ford Morthel from the Berkeley Unified School District, to talk about what students can expect for this next school year.

Rescue and recovery efforts in Maui

After devastating wildfires tore through the Hawaiian island of Maui, we talked with Mark Neveau, who's the former FEMA coordinator, about the response to the disaster.