Vallejo cat show and adoption event
It's the premiere Bay Area cat show and adoption event, and it's coming back for its 42nd year this weekend in Vallejo. "Mornings on 2: The Nine" got to meet some of the furry friends that will be part of the show. The event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, and Sunday, April 2 at the Solano County Fairgrounds.
Local doctor speaks on early colon cancer screenings
Doctors say there is an alarming increase in the number of colon cancer cases among younger adults. We talked with Dr. Abhik Roy from Kaiser Permanente's San Leandro Medical Center, about the importance of early screening.
Silicon Valley Bank fallout
The nation's top financial regulator says the Federal Reserve warned the Silicon Valley Bank as early as Fall 2021 that its business model was at risk. Puspa Amri, who's an economics professor at Sonoma State University, discusses the stronger rules that are needed to prevent further failures.
49ers Foundation helping local educators
The 49ers Foundation is giving away a total of $20,000 to educators across the Bay Area who are leading the future generation with purpose, passion, dedication and love. Now, you have a chance to nominate someone to be a recipient of the "Follow your Bliss" program.
Therapist weighs in on how to cope with school tragedies
A deadly school shooting in Nashville has parents once again explaining the unexplainable to their children. "Mornings on 2: The Nine" talks with Kaitlin Soule, who's a cognitive behavioral therapist, about how to process these difficult situations.
Colorectal cancer diagnosis rise in younger adults
Amanda Webb of San Francisco was 36 years old and pregnant with her first child when she found out she had stage-4 colorectal cancer. She shares her story of survival and what she's doing now to bring awareness to the issue. Her doctor, UCSF Hospital Oncologist Dr. Katherine Van Loon tells us scientists are trying to determine why colon cancer cases are rising in adults under 55 years old.
Local jiu jitsu and kickboxing instructor demonstrates important self-defense moves
The owner of Lamorinda Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing studio goes over the terrifying video of a woman who breaks loose from her attacker, and walks us through the things she did right to help her get away. She then shows KTVU's Claudine Wong some moves that every woman should know to protect themselves.
Busy Spring and Summer travel season ahead amid staffing shortage
Travel numbers have reached 2019 levels, but one thing is different; staffing levels. Travelzoo's Gabe Saglie joins Mornings on 2 with tips on navigating a busy travel season amid a staffing shortage.
90's Hip Hop through the lens' eye
Take a walk down memory lane through the golden age of Hip Hop. Oakland Hip Hop Photojournalist Traci Bartlow curated an exhibit that features fine art photos, collages and short stories that highlight a time that heavily influenced the Bay Area.
National Coalition of 100 Black Women
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women are coming together to celebrate at the 25th annual Madame CJ Walker brunch this Saturday. Oakland Bay Area Chapter President, Frances H. Cohen stopped by with some of the young ladies from the organization's mentoring program "Positive Steps".
Women are building in the Bay Area
Women in hard hats are showing up at construction sites around the Bay Area thanks to "Women Building the Bay". Ashley Clark, Case Manager for "Women Building the Bay" stopped by to talk about this amazing construction apprenticeship for women.
Art programs for everyone
The Diablo Regional Arts Association opens its doors to all who. Executive Director, Peggy White, stops by to talk about the many opportunities children and their teachers have to be exposed to the arts.
Spiders in Oakland!
The Oakland Spiders are an American Ultimate Disc League (AUDL) team. Spiders President, Jackson Stearns, stops by to talk all things Ultimate!
Facial recognition technology now implemented in all three Bay Area airports
All 3 major Bay Area airports are now using facial recognition technology to process passengers who have flown in from outside the U.S., but many travelers are concerned it may come with privacy issues. Travel journalist Angel Castellanos spoke about how the technology works.
Oakland Sleep Out event works to help youth experiencing homelessness
Covenant California is hosting the Sleep Out Movement with the mission to raise awareness on youth homelessness and human trafficking. Development officer Vera Hannush speaks more on the fundraising event.
Get your Girl Scouts cookies!
It's that time of year...Girl Scouts cookies time. Girl Scouts Northern California CEO, Bri Seoane to talk about all the exciting things happening in the organization, including those famous cookies!
Oakland restaurant week: Featuring Pomella
The chef and owner of Oakland restaurant Pomella visits KTVU and makes one of her special dishes featured during Oakland restaurant week.
Peak performance for gameday
With March Madness comes the pressure to play your best game. We talked to Sports Dietetics Specialist, Wendy Sterling, to understand what it takes to fuel the body to reach peak performance.
Falling trees
Bay Area Arborist, Dustin Waraner, stopped by to talk about the latest with falling trees after the severe weather we encountered this week.
Oakland Restaurant Week 2023
Oakland Restaurant Week is upon us! President and CEO of Visit Oakland and Chef Kalani Barquis of Wahpepah's Kitchen share details of what patrons can expect this year!