Artisan Cheese Festival makes comeback after a 2-year hiatus

More than 100 local cheesemakers are participating in the 16th annual Artisan Cheese Festival in Santa Rosa this weekend. Jill Basch, who is the owner of Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company, joined us The Nine for a closer look at what people can expect.

Japanese American Museum of San Jose

The Japanese American Museum of San Jose showcases a unique collection of permanent and rotating exhibits chronicling more than a century of Japanese American history. KTVU's Frank Mallicoat learned more about the museum exhibits for this week's Giving Day.

'Big Bounce America' arrives in the North Bay

The biggest bounce house in the world is in Santa Rosa now, it includes a 900-foot obstacle course, gigantic slide and other attractions. Hear more about it from Big Bounce America's co-creator Cameron Craig.

Kidnapped 3-month old baby boy is found safe

Moments after witnesses called in a suspicious van near their workplace, San Jose police officers found a kidnapped baby boy and took him to safety. KTVU's James Torrez reports from the scene.

First Place for Youth

Every year, hundreds of young people move on from foster care. They enter adulthood, with few safety nets. An Oakland organization called First Place for Youth, helps with this transition. KTVU's Heather Holmes spoke with the CEO about the group.

'Mr. Pink' rose party returns to Napa

The downtown Napa restaurant Compline is getting ready to again host its annual "Mr. Pink" patio party and the festivities feature all-you-can-drink rose.

Friends of the Urban Forest

Friends of the Urban Forest is a non-profit organization committed to revitalizing San Francisco’s urban forest with the simple act of planting trees. KTVU's Frank Mallicoat spoke with the organization's Executive Director, Brian Wiedenmeier, about how people can volunteer and donate to plant and care for the trees.

Khalil Center

Khalil Center is a non-profit spiritual wellness center that provides professional psychological support with Islamic principles. KTVU's Heather Holmes spoke with one of the center's psychotherapists, Heba El-Haddad, about breaking the stigma of addressing mental health issue in the Muslim community.

Giants fans return to Oracle Park for a new season

The San Francisco Giants begin the new season with its first Opening Day at home since 2009. As KTVU's James Torrez reports, fans are excited to experience the first "normal" Opening Day in three years.

Best Buddies of California

Best Buddies is a non-profit organization helping people with traumatic brain injury and other disabilities overcome social, physical, and economic isolation. KTVU spoke with the program's director about how volunteers are making sure people with disabilities are recruited in school and in the workplace.