REAL Futures Summer Experience

Combining movement skills from sports with lessons in reading and writing will help girls of color create a confident foundation in self-awareness, expression and teamwork among other things. It is all part of the inaugural REAL Futures Summer Experience. Alexis Gray-Lawson, Oakland Tech Athletic Director and Former WNBA player, stopped by to tells us more about how this program is empowering girls of color to take control of their future.

Sol Sisters

KTVU speaks with Sol Sisters' Christine Colman about the organization's fundraiser, which aims to support women of color through educational and inclusive opportunities.

Barbie in the Boardroom

The Business of Barbie, the idea of one woman, that almost didn't happen, and the local organization helping women succeed in the corporate world.

Barbie in the Boardroom

Barbie almost didn't happen, but thanks to Ruth Handler and her persistence with an all-male board at Mattel, she is empowering young girls, and one local woman is taking it to the next level; the top.

Zip Trips: Fruitvale

KTVU's Mornings team goes to Oakland's historic Fruitvale district for a look at the vibrant neighborhood.

Oakland's Own

Family owned business in Fruitvale highlights Oaklands diversity & color

FDA approves first non-prescription birth control pill

The Food and Drug Administration approved the country's first non-prescription oral contraceptive. It's called the O-Pill and it is expected to expand birth control access for millions of people. San Jose State University assistant professor of justice studies Grace Howard spoke with KTVU about what the move means for women's health services.

Oracle Park to host Pickleball tournament

The home of the San Francisco Giants has been transformed to host the fastest growing sport in the country. Vice President of Giants Enterprises Joey Nevin spoke with KTVU to preview the tournament and talk about the process of getting Oracle Park ready.

One-on-one with Stanford Daily reporter who broke university president resigning news

KTVU interviewed Theo Baker, the Stanford Daily reporter who broke the news about Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne resigning over his research assertions. Stanford’s official investigation found that Tessier-Lavigne should have done more to correct problems he knew about, including apparent manipulations of images, in scholarly papers he co-authored.

What to do if you win the lottery

With the Powerball now at a billion dollars, what do you do if you in fact have the winning lottery ticket? San Jose State Associate Professor and Former IRA Attorney, Caroline Chen, shares tips in case you come into a large sum of money.

Oakland opens its doors to Michelin Guide

The 2023 Michelin Guide is holding its unveiling ceremony at the Cabot Space and Science Center. James Syhabout, Chef of 2-star Michelin restaurant Commis, along with President and CEO of Visit Oakland, Peter Gamez talk about this exciting honor happening in Oakland.

Set To Thrive

Lisa Henderson, President and CEO of nonprofit Set To Thrive that supports CA foster youth, speaks with KTVU's Allie Rasmus about how the organization is recovering from a recent burglary.

Dollars & Sense July 18, 2023

Dow soars on strong earnings, General Motors tries to keep up with demand, and executive advisors have some advice for bosses who don't like the work from home corporate culture.