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The San Francisco Giants played their first game of the season on Wednesday night, against the New York Yankees. The game was streamed live on Netflix, a first for MLB.

The University of Southern California canceled a gubernatorial debate planned for Tuesday after candidates of color who would have been excluded accused the school of discrimination.

The anchors talk about the Trump administration's deployment of ICE agents to U.S. airports in response to the ongoing partial federal government shutdown. 

Antioch native and De La Salle alum Michael Hutchings is the new defensive coordinator for University of California's football program. He spent the past three years coaching with the Minnesota Vikings.

Antioch native and De La Salle alum Michael Hutchings is the new defensive coordinator for University of California's football program. He spent the past three years coaching with the Minnesota Vikings.

What happens when AI meets Hollywood? In this episode, Claudine Wong and Lisa Bernard sit down with Keith Zhang — former Uber engineer turned AI filmmaker and founder of SoulScape — to explore a bold new vision for storytelling. From AI-generated films to 48-hour cinema hackathons, this conversation dives into the opportunities, fears, and big questions surrounding AI in creative industries. Is AI democratizing filmmaking… or disrupting it? And what happens to human creativity when anyone can make a movie in hours? Timestamps 00:00 — Welcome + Intro 01:24 — Meet Keith Zhang 03:18 — AI Opens the Door to New Creators 04:33 — The Coca-Cola AI Ad Debate 06:16 — Why AI Feels Different 08:23 — The Moment That Changed Everything 12:30 — From Experiment to Mission 15:03 — The Big Controversy: Job Disruption 17:01 — What is SoulScape? 19:41 — Will AI Movies Replace Hollywood? 25:09 — Inside SoulScape 2026 26:30 — Hollywood Is Paying Attention 28:05 — Who Are the Creators? 29:33 — How AI Films Are Made 32:05 — AI Is Moving FAST 32:59 — Why a Nonprofit? 35:52 — Soul Over Slop 36:11 — Why San Francisco? 38:27 — What to Expect from SoulScape 2026 Key Takeaways • AI is lowering the barrier to entry for filmmaking. • The biggest tension is creative empowerment vs. job disruption. • We are in the messy middle where AI is visible and evolving quickly. • The future may be AI + human storytelling, not replacement. • Audiences will ultimately decide what succeeds. Notable Quotes "AI is creating creative equity." "We shouldn’t lose humanity just because we’re in the age of AI." "It’s not about the visuals — it’s about the story." "Every 3 months is a quality leap. Every 6 months is a generational leap." Connect With Us Claudine Wong: Instagram & Facebook: ClaudineWongKTVU TikTok: ClaudineKTVU YouTube: ClaudineWong Lisa Bernard: Instagram: @DemystifyAI

The two-year-anniversary of a family of four that was killed at a West Portal bus stop was marked by a vigil for the victims. Meanwhile, the elderly driver of the SUV that plowed into the bus stop will learn her fate from a judge in court tomorrow. 

Multiple women, including United Farm Workers co-founder Dolores Huerta, have come forward with accusations that labor icon Cesar Chavez sexually assaulted them, some of them while they were children. The news has sent shockwaves through multiple communities, and caused a reckoning as to what to do about public streets, parks, and a statewide holiday that bear Chavez's name.

The $11 million, 1.8-mile long light installation is returning to the Bay Bridge. You may remember this installation from the 2010's but the lights deteriorated. Now, money has been raised for a new installation that will be twice as big with 25,000 LED bulbs. 

The Dublin teachers union announced a tentative agreement with the school district was reached after a four-day strike. The teachers get a 2.3% cost of living increase over a three-year-period. They also get a slightly reduced classroom size. 

The Dublin teachers union announced a tentative agreement with the school district was reached after a four-day strike. The teachers get a 2.3% cost of living increase over a three-year-period. They also get a slightly reduced classroom size. 

The anchors discuss the homecoming celebration held in Oakland for Olympic gold medalist figure skater for Team USA, Alysa Liu, the homegrown sensation who is taking the world by storm. 

A judge ordered that Tony Phillips, the man caught on camera engaged in an altercation with Mayor Daniel Lurie's security detail, be released from jail. The judge in the case reviewed the video and concluded that Lurie's security initiated physical contact. Phillips was ordered released on his own recognizance but must still face charges of assaulting an officer 

The anchors on what San Jose is considering regarding Flock surveillance camera technology as other jurisdictions have abandoned the technology altogether. We also hear about what's in store for Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu in Oakland this week. 

San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced attempted murder charges for the suspect in last week's seemingly random Chinatown stabbing that injured a man. And in the case of the mayor's security detail getting in a scuffle, the charges have been announced for two suspects, including assault of an officer. 

The anchors on the news of the day, including the firing of Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem. 

The Los Gatos woman who was charged with child endangerment and the sexual penetration of an intoxicated child was found guilty of 60 of the charges against her. 

The anchors talk about the broad implications of the initial strikes on Iran conducted by the U.S. and Israel over the weekend. 

Several Bay Area cities are debating whether they should continue using Flock camera automated license-plate reader technology after privacy concerns and concerns of either cooperation with or accessibility to federal officials, such as the Department of Homeland Security arose. Law enforcement uses the technology to combat crime. 

The anchors talk about the broad implications of the initial strikes on Iran conducted by the U.S. and Israel over the weekend. 

The man convicted of murdering Sierra LaMar in 2017 may be headed for a new trial after a California appeals court overturned the conviction. The appeals court found there was insufficient evidence surrounding DNA evidence, and suggested there could have been misconduct by the prosecution.

KTVU Meteorologist on the sudden Bay Area weather warm up. She says Friday will be even warmer. 

The Oakland Unified School District is facing a $100 million budget shortfall that could lead to 200 layoffs. District staff met Wednesday night to discuss the reality of the layoffs, and how many educators might be impacted.

Alysa Liu, a 20-year-old figure skater from Oakland, captured the gold medal in women's singles figure skating at the Olympics. It's the first individual gold in women's figure skating for a member of Team USA since 2002. 

A day after an avalanche struck in the Lake Tahoe area, authorities confirmed that eight people had been killed, making it the deadliest avalanche in California's history. One person is missing and presumed dead.

Civil rights icon and two-time presidential candidate for the Democratic Party, Rev. Jesse Jackson has died. The reverend led the civil rights movement for decades following Dr. Martin Luther King's assassination. Jackson was 84. 

A beloved former National Park Ranger who died at 104 last December, will be honored with a celebration of life in Oakland.  Betty Reid Soskin, of Richmond, was full of life and covered many times on KTVU for her dedication, contributions to the community and strength of character. 

SFUSD agreed to a deal, including an 8.5% pay increase for teachers and other educators and better healthcare coverage, that will bring teachers back to the classroom starting Monday. The district is facing a $100 million budget shortfall, raising questions about what happens in two years, when the deal expires.

The SFUSD and the teachers' union still haven't come to an agreement as the teachers' strike stretches into Friday. 

Despite ongoing contract negotiations, the United Educators of San Francisco and San Francisco Unified School District have yet to come to an agreement over a number of issues including salary increases and healthcare coverage. Both parties have continued to meet, in the hopes of reaching an agreement.

A person has been detained for questioning in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, officials said Tuesday. The anchors discuss the potential break in the case that has gripped the nation for more than a week. This comes the same day the FBI released footage of a person captured on surveillance video outside Guthrie's house. 

A person has been detained for questioning in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, officials said Tuesday. The anchors discuss the potential break in the case that has gripped the nation for more than a week. This comes the same day the FBI released footage of a person captured on surveillance video outside Guthrie's house. 

A home in San Bruno is the center of an investigation on Friday evening, due to a suspicious fire. Prior to the fire breaking out, investigators say there was shooting at the home, though it is unclear who may have been behind the gunshots, or why, or if the fire was set deliberately. 

A Bad Bunny look-alike contest in San Francisco's Mission District Thursday night was the talk of the town. Tacolicious hosted and offered a prize for the best Benito, or Bad Bunny doppelganger. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News. 

A potentially historic teachers’ strike is looming in San Francisco as contract negotiations between educators and the San Francisco Unified School District remain at an impasse, with pay and health care benefits still unresolved.

It's Super Bowl week in the Bay Area and excitement is in the air as festivities get underway. Claudine Wong talks about some of these preparations in her 10 o'clock News preview and Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive looks at the political side of the Grammy's and Bad Bunny's anti-ICE message as he prepares to perform this Sunday's Super Bowl Halftime Show. 

Shots were fired on Golden Gate Avenue and Laguna Street, leaving three people wounded. Their conditions as of Friday evening were unknown, and no arrests have been made.

East Palo Alto native and Chicago Bears cornerback Nahshon Wright joins KTVU sports reporter Keshawn Ward for this episode of Hometown Heroes. Wright is going to his first pro bowl after leading the league in takeaways. The James Logan high school grad was coached by the late great John Beam at Laney College.

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan has entered the California governor's race. The anchors say this was long rumored and talk about how this affects the race as we know it. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News. 

Authorities on Wednesday arrested a man who was involved in the armed robberies and car chase that ended in a shootout in San Jose last weekend. Investigators located the man in Los Banos and took him into custody.

Authorities on Wednesday arrested a man who was involved in the armed robberies and car chase that ended in a shootout in San Jose last weekend. Investigators located the man in Los Banos and took him into custody.

Demonstrators outside a Target store in Emeryville are protesting against that company and Home Depot for what they say is their cooperation with ICE. The companies deny such cooperation. Andre Torrez on how immigration enforcement is expected to have a presence at this year's Super Bowl. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News. 

The outrage over an ICU nurse's shooting death by Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis is leading to outrage and swift condemnation. It's also led to the Trump administration's reshuffling of its leadership when it comes to immigration enforcement operations. Claudine Wong previews the 10 o'clock News and Andre Torrez on a mountain lion sighting in the middle of San Francisco. 

There were multiple protests across the Bay Area on Friday as residents turned out to show their support for communities in Minnesota. Residents of that state called for a statewide shutdown on Friday, and urged people not to go to work, to school, or to spend money, and instead take to the streets in protests of ICE raids that have disrupted communities.

Another case of measles has been reported in the Bay Area. The anchors talk about where in the North Bay they are seeing their first case since 2012. Frank Malicoat previews the 10 o'clock News. 

An armed carjacking on Wednesday afternoon led to several shootouts and ultimately ended with the suspect dead and an SJPD sergeant in the hospital. 

Air Force One returned to Joint Base Andrews about an hour after departing for Switzerland on Tuesday evening. The White House press secretary said the plane returned out of an abundance of caution due to a "minor electrical issue." 

The anchors discuss the news items of the day, including a fire that ripped through a Downtown Oakland building. The Bay Area celebrates MLK Day. The 49ers won't be in the Super Bowl, but what about the Seahawks? Greg Lee previews the 10 o'clock News. 

KTVU digital producer Andre Torrez has been monitoring a shooting in Minneapolis where an ICE agent was allegedly attacked by a Venezuelan immigrant during what DHS calls a targeted traffic stop. Greg Lee previews the 10 o'clock News. 

A Lafayette Taco Bell with the fast-food chain's original Mission-style architecture closed this week. KTVU Digital Producer Andre Torrez on how patrons are feeling nostalgic about the closure. The mayor of San Francisco welcomes Vanderbilt University and Claudine Wong previews the 10 o'clock News. 

A Lafayette Taco Bell with Mission-style architecture closes this week. While it served Mexican-inspired meals to the community for more than 50 years, many residents who still go for the nostalgia, were sad to see it go. 

The White House is denying any previous knowledge of the investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, as Powell accuses the White House of playing politics. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News and Bailey O'Carroll on sports. 

Sports fans and 49ers fanatics (but also Eagles fans) are looking forward to Sunday's game. Greg Lee previews the 10 o'clock News and Andre Torrez catches us up with the latest on Venezuela and what's going on with their oil. 

The anchors on the shooting in Portland where federal immigration officers shot and wounded a man and woman. The condition of those shot is unknown. In California, Gov. Newsom gave his final State of the State address. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News. 

There are protests in the Bay Area against the fatal ICE officer's shooting of a woman in Minneapolis who was driving her car. There are disputes among local and federal officials about how these events unfolded.  

The anchors on the death of the Republican Congressman from Northern California, who died after experiencing a medical emergency. Andre Torrez with the Digital Dive segment on a 93-year-old Fremont man who said he killed his wife because it was necessary. Now he's charged with murder. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News. 

The anchors on the death of Northern California Republican Congressman Doug LaMalfa after he experienced a medical emergency. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News and Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive with the latest on the 93-year-old Fremont man charged with the murder of his wife. 

KTVU's Chief Meteorologist Mark Tamayo on the rain, floods and even a tornado warning in the Bay Area on Monday. Greg Lee previews the 10 o'clock News and Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive looks at how a judge upheld San Francisco's Proposition K. 

KTVU Meteorologist Roberta Gonzales on the coincidence of the heavy rains with the king tides and the flooding in parts of the North Bay. Greg Lee previews the 10 o'clock News. Digital Producer Andre Torrez on the pending closure of an iconic San Francisco live music venue.  

It's a rainy New Year's Eve in San Francisco but the fireworks will go on as planned from the Embarcadero. Claudine Wong previews the 10 o'clock News. 

More rain is on the way to the Bay Area. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News and Digital producer Andre Torrez with a wave of Benihana's coming to the Bay Area over the next seven years. 

Robert Gonzales joins to talk about the swarm of earthquakes near San Ramon on Friday night. A preview of the 10 o'clock News and KTVU Digital Producer Andre Torrez has the Top 5 most clicked on stories of 2025. 

Mayor Lurie and the City of San Francisco are making headway when it comes to reinvigorating the city. The Tenderloin is getting a new falafel restaurant as a result of these efforts.  

President Donald Trump delivered a politically charged speech Wednesday carried live in prime time on network television, seeking to pin the blame for economic challenges on Democrats while announcing he is sending a $1,776 bonus check to U.S. troops for Christmas. Also, Greg Lee previews the 10 o'clock News and Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive with a look at a viral video out of SF that ended in not only an arrest but reports of a suspect who has now lost her job.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day. A car landed on BART tracks in the East Bay after a three-car crash on I-580. The dense fog is about to take a hit from a weather system moving in as Roberta Gonzales explains. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day. We look at the deaths of Hollywood's Rob and Michele Reiner and get a closer glimpse of the family turmoil involving one of their sons, Nick, who is being held on suspicion of his parents' murder. We are also learning more about Nick's struggles with substance abuse and mental health issues. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock news and Bailey O'Carroll on sports.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day. The Safeway redevelopment in San Francisco's Marina is seeing pushback from residents. Meanwhile, the mayor's so-called Family Zoning Plan has officially passed at the Board of Supervisors. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News and Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive talks about a baby born inside a Waymo.

KTVU's anchors discuss the latest on the social worker killed by a patient at SF General Hospital last week and the new charges announced by the D.A. Winemakers are dealing with challenges of lower demand and higher costs of production. See what lawmakers are doing to help. Claudine Wong previews the 10 o'clock News and Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive looks at stolen pet ashes and H&M leaving SF's downtown mall.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day. San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie announced his pick to be the chief of police. The Santa Clara County D.A. wants to try a teen as an adult for the triple shooting at the Valley Fair Mall. And on the Digital Dive, Andre Torrez talks about the Bay Area significance of an Otis Redding song that was co-written by Steve Cropper, who died today.

The anchors on how Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under mounting scrutiny for the orders to strike allegedly suspect narco-terrorists' boats in the Caribbean off the coast of Venezuela. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock news. Andre Torrez on how the San Francisco mayor's housing plan gained approval at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day, including Rep. Eric Swalwell's announcement to run for California governor. Cristina Rendon previews the 10 O'Clock News and Andre Torrez's Digital Dive takes a look a the resignation of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day. ICE agents were spotted near an Oakland elementary school today leaving the community on edge but also unified and resilient. Heather Holmes previews the 10 o'clock News. Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive with a beach hazard statement that goes into effect on Thursday.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day and gives a behind the scenes look at the newsroom.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day and gives a behind the scenes look at the newsroom.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day. San Francisco's newest supervisor, appointed last week by Mayor Lurie, is stepping down after allegations have surfaced surrounding how she conducted her small Sunset District business. Cristina Rendon previews the 10 o'clock News and Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive catches us up on the Epstein scandal and the story of a family swept into the ocean at a California beach.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day. A legendary football coach was injured and remains hospitalized after a shooting at Laney College in Oakland. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News. Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive on reports the DOJ is coming after an East Bay Congressman and the end of minting the penny.

The KTVU anchors discuss the top stories of the day. President Trump signed the bill to end the longest federal government shutdown in history on its 43rd day. Claudine Wong previews the 10 o'clock news.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day. Obama surprises veterans on Veteran's Day. The latest on the government shutdown and the road to reopening. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock news and Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive with a story featuring the SF Pride executive director's latest achievements.

KTVU's anchors discuss the U.S. Senate's passage of legislation to reopen the government after the longest shutdown in history. The development saw a small group of Democrats ratify the deal with Republicans despite searing criticism from within their party. Rosemary Orozco with weather and Bailey O'Carroll with sports.

KTVU's anchors discuss the back and forth with SNAP benefit payments, including the Supreme Court's emergency order that blocks full SNAP food aid payments amid the federal government shutdown, even though residents in some states already have received benefits.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day and gives a behind the scenes look at the newsroom.

This week's topics on Like It Or Not Late Night: Kim Kardashian's controversial underwear line, naughty adult Halloween costumes, candy corn, gender reveal parties and whether you can be best friends with the opposite sex KTVU's Jason Toupes (@jason.toupes.comedy) is joined by a panel of Bay Area comedians: Cody Woods / IG: @codyjwoods Marcus Mangham / IG: @marcusmanghamcomedy Rudy Ortiz / IG: @itsrudyortiz

It's post-election night in the newsroom. Heather and Alex on the overwhelming passage of Prop 50 in California and what it means for Gov. Gavin Newsom's political ambition. Claudine Wong previews the 10 o'clock News and Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive about a holiday food pop-up in downtown San Francisco.

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11.4.25 segment 3 KTVU's morning team discusses the hot topics of the day and gives a behind the scenes look at the newsroom.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day and gives a behind the scenes look at the newsroom. Rep. Nancy Pelosi is getting out the vote for yes on Prop. 50 one day before the election. Claudine Wong previews the 10 o'clock news. Andre Torrez on how an SF supervisor is holding a rally for a cat that was killed by a Waymo.

KTVU's anchors discuss the perception of crime in Oakland and how that factors in to people's sense of safety. We look at the SNAP payment cutoff coming this weekend and how food banks and communities are preparing to keep people fed. Mike Mibach previews the 10 O'Clock News.

KTVU's anchors discuss the heist that was pulled off at Oakland Museum of California, Claudine Wong previews the 10 o'clock News, and Andre Torrez on the Digital Dive with who Roger Casement is and why he's being honored in the City of San Francisco.

What if your soccer club could measure every touch, sprint, and heartbeat? In this episode of Offside in the Bay: To the Pitch and Beyond, Claudine Wong and Alex Lobban talk with Dana Taylor, Director of Analytics at Mustang Soccer Club, about how AI and tech are revolutionizing youth soccer.

Claudine and Alex talk to Santa Clara Women's Soccer Head Coach Jerry Smith.

In this episode, Claudine Wong and Lisa Bernard sit down with Professor Ahmed Banafa, a globally recognized expert in AI, cybersecurity, and blockchain, to discuss how artificial intelligence is evolving, what regulations are emerging, and how far we really are from the point where AI could surpass human intelligence.

In this episode, Claudine Wong and Lisa Bernard explore how artificial intelligence is transforming entrepreneurship with Jonathan Wank, a serial entrepreneur who’s founded companies across visual effects, renewable energy, and now AI startups.

With the iPhone 17 launch and iOS 26, Apple is finally making big moves into AI. But are they behind the curve — or simply being smarter and safer?

In this episode, Claudine Wong and Lisa Bernard explore one of the most promising frontiers of artificial intelligence: healthcare. Nearly 80% of healthcare executives say they’re already piloting or implementing AI tools, and by 2030, the industry is projected to hit $188 billion.

KTVU's anchors discuss the damage from Hurricane Melissa, the ongoing concerns of food insecurity as SNAP benefits won't be filled due to the government shutdown. And Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock news.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day. On today's episode we look at some Bay Area restaurants who are helping out those in need as SNAP food benefits won't be funded next month because of the ongoing government shutdown. Claudine Wong previews the 10 o'clock news and Andre Torrez on how DoorDash is stepping up its efforts to help against hunger as the shutdown continues.

Dave Clark hosts the latest episode of KTVU's Talk of the Town.

James Logan High School alum Roy Williams joins KTVU sports reporter Keshawn Ward for this episode of Hometown Heroes. The 5-time pro bowler opens up about being the reason the horse collar tackle became illegal, and if he could play in today's NFL.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day, including the continuing government shutdown. Mike Mibach previews the 10 o'clock News and Andre Torrez with the Digital Dive on an English bulldog that was stolen at knife point out of Vallejo.

KTVU's anchors discuss the hot topics of the day including San Francisco Mayor Lurie's lengthy statement on how he feels the National Guard in the city is not necessary since they can't do anything to improve the fentanyl crisis or make the streets safer. Claudine Wong previews the 10 o'clock news.