High-speed rail: What users on the West Coast could experience | West Coast Wrap
New images show what high-speed rail users will experience in the West. There are special features on these trains that will connect Las Vegas and Southern California.
Legendary actor James Earl Jones, iconic voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93
James Earl Jones, the legendary actor known for voicing Darth Vader in Star Wars and starring in films like Field of Dreams, passed away at 93 at his home in Dutchess County, New York.
Bay Area college hires NBA legend Gary Payton as new coach
NBA Hall of Famer and nine-time All-Star Gary Payton has a new coaching job.
FCI Dublin sex assault survivors share stories of abuse at Oakland church
More than 100 people gathered this weekend to hear women formerly incarcerated at the now-shuttered FCI Dublin prison share stories of sexual abuse and how they're fighting to change the system by speaking out.
How are schools without AC deal in record-breaking heatwave? | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- scorching heat taking over much of the West with temperatures soaring well above 100 degrees. What this means for crews on the front lines of several large wildfires and how schools without air conditioning are getting by during this intense heat wave. Plus --JD Vance is in California today visiting the southern border with Mexico. The changes in immigration policy -- the Republican vice-presidential candidate was pushing for.
FCI Dublin women transfers continue to complain; judge denies BOP
A federal judge in Oakland denied a Bureau of Prisons motion to dismiss a class-action lawsuit against it, while letters from incarcerated women who used to be housed at FCI Dublin continue to pour into KTVU describing alleged mistreatment at prisons across the country.
KTVU 2025 Zip Trip Kick Off: Vote
Where should KTVU kick off our 2025 FOX LOCAL Zip Trip season? Vote here to share your top pick from these three Bay Area cities!
Utah planners to use drones to fly people | West Coast Wrap
A look into the future: Planners in a Utah community-- want to use drones to fly people from place to place. The futuristic idea for drone taxis-- and how they plan to make it happen. And-- giving some Arizona inmates a chance to start something new; the prison program uses art and music for rehabilitation and therapy.
Legendary presidential predictor Allan Lichtman makes his 2024 White House pick
The man often considered the “Nostradamus of presidential election predictions" has spoken.
California senator pushing for media access to prisons
A California state senator wrote a bill to allow media to have better access to state prisons and county jails, inspired, in part, by KTVU reporting.
New program to pay students to train as paramedic | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- the deadly school shooting in Georgia prompting strong reaction from across the country and here in the West. Coming up -- how the presidential candidates are weighing in, plus the latest from authorities as they work to understand what led up to the violence. And-- a new effort to help address a shortage of paramedics: what one ambulance company in the Pacific Northwest is doing to convince people to enroll in an EMT training program.
Teen sexual assault suspect arrested: San Jose police
San Jose police on Tuesday announced the arrest of a teenager in a sexual assault case.
49ers GM delivers powerful message in wake of Pearsall shooting: 'We all can be better'
San Francisco 49ers General Manager John Lynch offered an update on how rookie Ricky Pearsall was doing after being shot, and he delivered a powerful and heartfelt message sharing his perspective on the events.
Sextortion scams now feature photos of your home, personal information
Security experts and targeted individuals are warning the public about an email scam that now incorporates personal information, including images of the recipient’s home.
Bear Fire near Tahoe sends hundreds to flee from their homes
A wildfire in Tahoe National Forest in Sierra County has exploded to almost 1,600 acres as of Tuesday afternoon and prompted hundreds of evacuations in the area.
California Henge: Here's how to catch the best view in San Francisco
A stunning glow-up of the San Francisco skyline and Bay Bridge drew photographers of all skill levels and those looking to snap a social media moment to gather along California Street at sunrise on Monday.
2 arrested in Antioch killing of father found inside home
Two men were arrested and charged in the shooting death of an Antioch father inside his home, police said.
Zip Trips: SF's Richmond District
Take a Zip Trip with KTVU to San Francisco's Richmond District.
Zip Trips: Green Apple bookstore
Learn more about the famed Green Apple bookstore.
Zip Trips: Richmond District Trivia
Frank Mallicoat asks residents of San Francisco's Richmond District trivia about their neighborhood.