Expert weighs in on coping mechanisms during tragedy
It's difficult to comprehend the tragedy that unfolded in Uvalde, Texas, but it's even more challenging for children. North Bay cognitive behavioral therapist, Kaitlin Soule, gives tips on coping with trauma.
CHP Urges Motorcycle Safety For Riders
CHP Officer Jonathan Greenlaw joins Sal in the parking lot to discuss the awareness and importance of motorcycle safety.
Taulama for Tongans
As part of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month, KTVU spoke with the director of Taulama for Tongans. The group provides health intervention and education services for Tongans as they navigate life in the Bay. “Taulama” means “to guide” or “guidance” in Tongan.
Addressing baby formula shortage
A Kaiser Permanente pediatrician joined us live on Mornings on 2 The Nine to discuss the baby formula shortage, how it's impacting hospitals. And, she gives our viewers advice to parents searching for formula for their babies.
Breaking mental health stigmas in the AAPI community
The month of May is a time to shine a light on Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage. It's also Mental Health Awareness Month. Experts say the AAPI community has been disproportionately affected by the mental health stigma. Data from the United States Department of Health and Human Services show that the AAPI community has the lowest rate of people seeking help than any other. In fact, the report finds that just 23% of adults in the AAPI community sought out treatment for a mental health illness in 2019. Dr. Rita Ng, who is the physician-in-chief at Kaiser Permanente's Oakland Medical Center, joins The Nine to give more insight, as well as resources, to the community.
Muni not raising fares for the next two years
Muni says it doesn't plan to raise fares for at least the next two years, despite rising fuel prices and inflation. Jeff Tumlin, who is the director of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, joined The Nine about the reason behind the latest decision. He credits federal relief funding, which will also allow Muni to hire more employees.
Relief is on the way for the baby formula shortage
Anna Gruver, from the Alameda County Health Department, talks about the WIC program, and how local families can get the help they need. If you're in need of finding resources, you can contact Alameda County's family health line at 888-604-INFO(4636).
Ghirardelli chocolate store reopens with new chocolate experience
The legendary Ghiradelli chocolate store in San Francisco reopens Friday with a new look and new features.
Comfort Kits For Kids
14-year-old from San Francisco, Sadie Cinader, is the founder of "Comfort Kits for Kids." She joined us live on MO2 ahead of her event on Saturday, May 14.
Florence Fang Community Farm
The Florence Fang Community Farm in San Francisco's Bayview neighborhood promotes healthy eating by encouraging people to grow fruits and vegetables while fostering interactions among the residents of the diverse community.
Shining a spotlight on senior citizens during National Mental Health Awareness Month
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. While clinical depression is less common in older adults, depressive symptoms affect up to 25% of the geriatric population. Dr. Drew Maygren, who is a geriatric psychiatrist at Kaiser Permanente's Oakland Medical Center, has insight into what triggers this population, and ways to cope.
Inaugural Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience event comes to Sonoma County
The first-ever Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience is happening this weekend in Sonoma County. It's a three-day celebration that's showcasing the region's farmers, growers, winemakers and celebrity chefs.
Public health officials warn of another COVID surge
Public health officials are warning there is another COVID surge underway. The CDC says that new infections have doubled over the past five weeks. Dr. Rita Ng, who is the Physician-in-Chief at Kaiser Permanente in Oakland, advises the public on how to stay safe.
National Nurses Week: Meet the Fremont family of nurses
During this National Nurses Week, we are happy to spotlight one Bay Area family that's made a special commitment to nursing. Meet the Rivera family from Fremont. Mom, Cristina, is a Nurse at Kaiser Permanente in Fremont, eldest son Christopher is an ICU nurse at Washington Hospital, her daughter, Christine, is in her second year of nursing school at the University of San Francisco, while youngest son, Charles is headed to USF this fall.
Center for Asian American Media
The Center for Asian American Media is a nonprofit organization dedicated to presenting stories that convey the richness and diversity of Asian American experiences to the broadest audience possible. KTVU spoke with the Exhibitions Director about the work the organization is doing to engage the Asian American community and the public at large.
Interview with actress Regina Taylor about "The First Lady"
Interview on KTVU "Mornings on 2 Sunday" with actress Regina Taylor about the cable drama "The First Lady"
"The First Lady" actress Regina Taylor plays Michelle Obama's mother
"The First Lady" tells the stories of three women whose spouses became President, showing the triumphs and heartaches of being married to the most powerful leader on the free planet. KTVU spoke with Regina Taylor, who plays Michelle Obama's mother in the Showtime drama.
Gourmet cookie business to reopen in the East Bay
Little Charlie's Gourmet Cookies reopens May 11 in Pittsburg, Ca. Owner Angelica Bagain joined us on Mornings on 2 to talk about the gourmet cookies, and shared with us how she managed to open a business during a pandemic, while enduring health issues and dealing with the loss of a loved one.
Morning newsmakers: in the control room
It takes an incredible team to produce Mornings on 2 at KTVU. Here are some of the talented individuals working behind the scenes to bring you the news you need to know. Watch Mornings on 2 every day at https://www.ktvu.com/live
Mother's Day Gifts
Go-to-girlfriend Sadie Murray returns to KTVU to showcase some of the trendiest gifts for Mother's Day.