Bop it...Twist it...Pull it?
Bop it, twist it, or pull it. Those famous words that kids have come to know from "Bop It". Now 25 years later, the game is ever popular among seeing and visually impaired kids alike. "Bop It" Inventor, Dan Klitsner along with SF LightHouse for the Blind student Sadaya Paige and Communications Specialist, Caitlin O'Malior stopped by the studio to talk about this unique bond.
Helping military veterans with PTSD
Staggering stats show that veterans of the Gulf and Vietnam wars suffer from high rates of PTSD. There are now treatments that don't require medication or a doctor's visit, but they are often not covered by insurance. The CEO of Freespira talks to KTVU about his company's treatment for panic attacks.
Christmas morning breakfast: Panettone French toast recipe
Eataly's executive chef Antonio Giordano cooks a classic Christmas morning breakfast, panettone French toast, the Eataly way.
Napa Valley Wine Train takes families from underserved communities on a special Santa train ride
Families from underserved communities in the Napa Valley got to ride the sought-after Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express thanks to the Boys and Girls Club of Napa Valley. KTVU's Claudine Wong speaks with the organization's executive director, Greg Bouillerce, who says this was all possible thanks to the tight-knit community found in the Napa Valley.
Looking ahead to the 2023 travel season
Travel experts say the busy holiday travel season is a good time to take advantage and book your next vacation. Travelzoo's Gabe Saglie explaisn why, and shares some travel tips that you might want to consider this new year.
Students take part in opera program
Students from across the Bay Area take part in the San Francisco Opera Guild's version of La Boheme. Caroline Altman, the Director of Education and Outreach from the San Francisco Opera Guild stopped by to talk more about the Guild's community performances.
Lung cancer rising in non-smokers
Non-smoking Asian women are a rising population at risk of having lung cancer. We spoke with Kaiser Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Jeff Velotta along with his patient and Kaiser Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Susan Brim to bring awareness to our surrounding communities.
Covenant House
Covenant House provides sanctuary and support for youth facing homelessness and human trafficking. They have three locations: Oakland, Los Angeles, and Berkeley, and serve more than 3,200 youth annually, free of charge.
Electric vehicle and you
For those of us that are tinkering between turning in that gas car for an electric vehicle, there are so many questions. We tapped UFODrive Founder and CEO Aidan McClean to educate us on the ins and outs of becoming an electric vehicle parent.
Deck the halls! Symphony style
It is holiday season and with that comes holiday music! To get into the spirit, the San Francisco Symphony is putting on a special "Deck the Halls" concert for a few thousand children. We caught up with Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser, San Francisco Symphony's Resident Conductor of Engagement and Education to learn more about this free concert program at the Symphony.
KTVU Plus Mornings on 2 Weekend
The Guardsmen Tree lot in San Francisco is in the middle of a busy season. Organizers visit KTVU to share how the local organization has provided opportunities to under-privileged and at-risk youth in the Bay Area since 1947.
Live with the mastermind behind the Fairmont's Gingerbread house
The life-sized gingerbread house is now open to the public through the holidays. KTVU's Frank Mallicoat got to chat with the Fairmont's executive chef on the day of the grand opening about all the work and hours it took for the team to build the holiday-themed, two-story Victorian structure.
More than three feet of snow in the forecast for the Sierra Nevada this weekend
Ski resorts are preparing to open more trails this weekend as forecasters predict 20-25 inches of snow at Heavenly and Northstar ski resorts. We speak live with Heavenly's Vice President about the upcoming snow and how the crew is preparing for a snow-packed weekend.
Community holiday gift giveback
With the help of the San Francisco Street Violence Intervention Program, The Mission's Barbershop is bringing the community together to spread holiday cheer. Joe Guerra and Hugo Sandoval stopped by to give us all the details from seeing Santa to food, music and lots of toys to be had!
Amy Schneider talks about epic Jeopardy! success
Amy Schneider of Oakland talks to KTVU about her immense success as a Jeopardy! contestant and what she thinks contributed to her successful run on the beloved game show.
Liver transplant saves Oakland woman's life, giving her reason to advocate for more organ donations
Goldie Williams was given just weeks to live and underwent an emergency liver transplant. She is already raising awareness about organ donations, which are desperately needed.
Preview USA v Iran
KTVU's James Torrez sits down with Mike Geddes of the Oakland Roots to preview Team USA's match vs Iran.
Highlighting UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital's life-saving work
For Giving Tuesday, KTVU is shining a spotlight on the unparalleled care offered by UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital. Donations enable the medical center to offer treatment and related essential services to young people and their families.
Holiday eating
Now that the holidays are here, family and friends are getting together, but we may be a bit overwhelmed. We talked to Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Signe Darpinian who just happens to be a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist about how to be a gracious guest without overeating.
Tech gifts for sale on Cyber Monday
Tech columnist Jen Jolly joins us live for a look at this year's top tech deals this Cyber Monday.