Financial forecast as GDP growth slows in first quarter
KTVU's Heather Holmes and Christien Kafton sit down with James McBride, Certified Financial Planner at the McBride Group for economic analysis.
El Cerrito mayor shines a light on lesbians
KTVU's Heather Holmes talks in-depth with Carolyn Wysinger about the power of representation during Lesbian Visibility Week.
Fourth peregrine falcon chick hatches atop UC Berkeley campanile
The famous UC Berkeley falcons have four new family members living on top of the clocktower. Falcon fans have been closely watching the Nest Cam, as Annie and Archie have been incubating their clutch of eggs over the past month. KTVU's Alex Savidge discusses the new arrivals with Sean Peterson, ecologist and biologist with Cal Falcons.
Drink and dine to support San Francisco AIDS Foundation
Tonight you can drink, dine and donate to a great cause in San Francisco. It's the annual "Dining Out For Life" fundraising event in the city and more than 35 restaurants are participating this year. A portion of tonight's sales benefit the San Francisco AIDS Foundation, helping those impacted by HIV/AIDS. KTVU's Heather Holmes discusses tonight's fundraiser with Eric Jost, Director of Marketing at the San Francisco AIDS Foundation.
Pres. Biden signs provision that could ban TikTok in the U.S.
Congress has long had national security concerns about the Chinese-owned social media app TikTok, but has not succeeded in banning the platform from American app stores. A new law requires TikTok's Beijing-based parent company ByteDance to sell its stake within 9 months or face a nationwide ban. Now, TikTok's CEO is pushing back and promising a legal challenge. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge discuss the implications of the bill with Nadine Farid Johnson, Policy Director at the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University.
Gov. Newsom promises to support Arizonans seeking abortions in California
Today Gov. Gavin Newsom announced legislation that would allow Arizona doctors to perform abortions for Arizona residents across state lines in California. This comes after the controversial ruling by the Arizona Supreme Court earlier this month upholding a 160-year-old near-total ban on all abortions. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes discuss the proposed legislation with Jessica Levinson, Professor of Law at Marymount University.
Center for Elders' Independence lends support for older Transgender adults
KTVU's Alex Savidge sits down with Buddy Wolf, and Center for Elders' Independence CEO Maria Zamora to talk about the supportive resources for older Transgender adults.
'I Love Tenderloin Week' Returns to San Francisco
KTVU's Heather Holmes talks with Michael Vuong about the series of events celebrating life in the Tenderloin.
Tesla to lay off thousands of employees in Fremont and Palo Alto
Electric vehicle company Tesla will lay off thousands of employees across its Bay Area locations this June, according to documents filed with the California Employment Development Department on Tuesday.
Oakland Academy of Knowledge students educate and inspire at national conference
KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes talked with a group of 5th graders about their research on education and reparations, and the next steps to effect lasting change.
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention: What you need to know
April marks National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention month. KTVU's Alex Savidge sits down with Dr. Naomi Adler, Emergency Room physician at Kaiser Permanente to talk about the obstacles survivors face, and the available resources for healing.
Warriors Analysis: End of a Dynasty?
KTVU's Alex Savidge talks with sports broadcaster Damon Bruce for expert analysis on the future of the Warriors following the team's latest loss.
London Breed returns from China with promises of giant panda diplomacy, more flights
Mayor London Breed touched down at the San Francisco International Airport on Sunday afternoon with members of her delegation who accompanied her on a week-long trip to China to advance economic and cultural ties with the region.
Why the viral trend ‘chronoworking’ is making waves among employees and employers
HR professionals are revealing the benefits of the viral trend "chronoworking," assuming all parties can be flexible.
NIAD Art Center artists to take center stage at fundraiser
KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with NIAD artists Deatra Colbert, Felicia Griffin and NIAD Studio Director Liam Golden about the upcoming 12th annual Win Win Fundraiser next month at the Bridge Art Space.
Sonoma County Juvenile Hall opens music studio for rehab
In an effort to improve rehabilitation and reduce recidivism, Sonoma County is trying something new. The County's juvenile hall just opened a new music studio and program to help young offenders find their voice and develop their creative skills. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Giovanni Barbieri, Sonoma County Juvenile Hall Supervisor and Program Operator and Music Producer Herb Polk about how the program works and what it aims to provide for young offenders.
California State Parks Week celebrates natural and cultural history
This June, you're invited to learn more about California's natural history by exploring any of its 280 state parks and 340 miles of coastline. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes speak with Sam Hodder, CEO and President of the Save the Redwoods League about the third annual California State Parks Week coming up this summer, June 12th - June 16th.
Activism efficacy and the science of social movements
KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes speak with Lisa Mueller, Political Science Professor from Macalester College about what it takes for protests and demonstrations to become successful social movements.
Classical music composition class enriches Bay Area jail
A new classical music composition program has changed the lives of a number of inmates serving time at a Bay Area jail. They recently gathered to listen to performances of pieces they composed themselves, after completing their classes at the Sonoma County Main Adult Detention Facility. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with retired Correctional Lieutenant Liana Whisler and Program Manager Sergeant Jennifer Aicega about how the class came about and what it aims to accomplish.
Women's basketball: record ratings and attendance numbers in 2024
Women's basketball is more popular than ever, with record ratings and attendance numbers in 2024. Iowa sharpshooter Caitlin Clark has been instrumental in growing the sport's popularity, but she's far from the only major talent in the WNBA draft this year. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge speak with former WNBA player and current Oakland Tech Athletic Director Alexis Gray-Lawson about this boost we've seen in the league this year.