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Vallejo exclusive: Avery Rose Haro live album experience

Step into the world of Avery Rose Haro as she shares her upcoming album in an intimate listening experience. Join her for an afternoon of music, creativity, and conversation before the official release. Sunday March 8th at 3PM in Vallejo at Northstar Studios. Musical director Hokage Simon, also joined the live KTVU live performance.

This location in Hawaii is getting new buzz

The island of Oahu is a vibrant destination with a rich history, but now, there's a lot of buzz specifically around Waikiki currently. Travel expert Gabe Saglie joined us on 'The Nine' live from Hawaii.

Cumbia, punk, and western flair: Spaghetti Cumbia live

Los Angeles-based Spaghetti Cumbia fuses Latin beats, punk, and Western vibes — uniting fans across cultures. See them: March 5, at San Jose's The Ritz. March 6 at San Francisco's The Knockout, or drive to Salinas for a show Saturday, Live at The Heirloom.

Brains, screens, and the next generation

Researchers are studying the brain changes brought by all hours on a device, in hopes of learning more about the connection between screen time and what happens in real life. Dr. Leo Sugrue, associate professor in the Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging at the University of California, San Francisco, gives insight.

San Francisco's Barcha restaurant celebrating 10 years

This year, Barcha is celebrating 10 years of bringing bold Mediterranean flavors to the heart of downtown San Francisco. Brigid Huntoon, general manager of Barcha Restaurant San Francisco, and Vernon Morales, executive chef for Kaisen Concepts, talk flavor and legacy.

Rom-com thriller makes West Coast premier at Cinequest

A love story gets a twist no one saw coming. Can AI be the answer the dating world has been searching for? Opted In explores exactly that. We sit down with the Director/Producer and Actress/Producer of this new rom-com thriller short-film, premiering at Cinequest on March 14 and 16.

Actor John Malkovich joins SF Symphony for 'The Music Critic'

Acclaimed actor John Malkovich and noted violinist, composer and conductor Aleksey Igudesman perform this Friday night at Davies Symphony Hall in a special performance examining some of the initial criticism to some of the world's best-known classical music pieces.

California's water & drought outlook

Meteorological spring is already underway, and recent warm rains may have had an impact on the snowpack. Greg Gartrell from the Water Policy Center at the Public Policy Institute of California breaks down a recent decision by the federal government to limit water allocations to farms in the San Joaquin Valley.

War in Iran impacting oil & energy industries

Analyst are watching oil prices, as Iran is threatening to fire on ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz. Gasia speaks to Abhiram Rajendran, nonresident fellow at the Center for Energy Studies at Rice University's Baker Institute.

Iran expands retaliatory attacks

Iran expands retaliatory attacks, six American servicemembers are now dead, along with several hundreds more casualties in Iran. Negah Angha, a former senior advisor at the U.S. Department of State expands on Middle East conflict.

Trump warns Iran about larger strikes

President Trump said on Monday that the United States would continue attacking Iran for as long as it takes to leave it incapable of posing a threat. Todd Belt, political management program director at the George Washington University, gives insight.

Healthy brains in a screen-filled world

Joan Jeung, clinical professor, for the department of pediatrics, at the University of California San Francisco, gives insight on young minds in a digital world.

Read Across America Day

Today is Read Across America Day, which is meant to encourage kids, teens, and people of all ages to pick up a book and read. National Education Association president Becky Pringle joins Mornings on 2 to discuss the importance of reading for personal growth and education.

America250 launches start-up competition for college students

America250 Chair Rosie Rios discusses a new national startup competition offering $250,000 in total grant funding to ten collegiate entrepreneurs as part of the nation’s 250th-anniversary commemorations. During the interview, Rios outlines the selection criteria for the March 31 application deadline and emphasizes the role of student innovation in shaping the country's economic future.

Making the best of citrus season

Chef George Geary and author of newly released book "Citrus Illustrated" stops by KTVU to share his zest-filled guide to understanding, cooking with, and savoring citrus.

Political analysis of U.S. strike on Iran

Peter Loge, Director of George Washington University's School of Media & Public Affairs appeared on Mornings on 2, to discuss the political ramifications of the U.S. attack on Tehran regime.

Celebrating Santa Clara at Levi's Stadium

City of Santa Clara on Feb. 28 is hosting its first ever 'Celebrate Santa Clara: A Day on the Field.' Residents will have a chance to step onto the field for a free, all-day event for the whole family.

United States, Israel launch strikes on Iran

The United States and Israel have launched attacks against targets in Iran. Stephen Zunes, a Middle Eastern politics professor at the University of San Francisco, joined us for insight on the conflict.

Preparing to spring forward

Kaiser Permanente East Bay sleep specialist Dr. Elena Kennedy offers some recommendations on how to handle the change daylight saving time.

Dublin's Cherie's Southern Kitchen, from corporate to crispy

With roots in Louisiana, Cherie grew up perfecting Southern recipes she always dreamed of sharing. In 2023, inspired by her son Bryce’s class business plan, she left her corporate career to open Cherie’s Southern Kitchen in Dublin.

Club Darc to ignite San Francisco's waterfront

Waterfront warehouse, world-class DJs, and a sold-out crowd. Goldenvoice unveils Club Darc, a one-of-a-kind electronic music series lighting up Pier 48 in the Mission Rock neighborhood. The series kicks off Friday, February 27, with performances from Chriss Stussy, DJ Tennis back-to-back with DJ Sienfeld, and SKIIS.

Gathering, a story of memory, resilience and community

Gathering by Yaa Samar! Dance Theatre is an immersive performance that tells the story of Israa, a young woman confronting fragmented memories after an attack on her village. Samar Haddad King, the artistic director gives insight. Performances run from February 27- March 1 at UC Berkeley's  Zellerbach Playhouse.

Black history at Oakland's Mountain View Cemetery

To recognize 100 years of Black History Month, Oakland's Mountain View Cemetery is hosting a special event on Saturday to recognize 26 Black trailblazers whose remains are interred at the site. Docents Gia White and Michael Colbruno join Mornings on 2 with a preview.

Oscar Grant Foundation Legacy Gala

Friday would have been Oscar Grant's 40th birthday. To mark the occasion, the Oscar Grant Foundation is holding a special gala this weekend to honor his memory, 17 years after he was killed. Grant's mother, Wanda Johnson, joins Mornings on 2 to discuss her son's legacy and how she hopes he'll be remembered.

Napa's Lil Sista’s Goody’s Soul Food Restaurant

This Black History Month, we’re celebrating legacy, culture, and culinary excellence with entrepreneurs Ann Groux and Sheneen Brown, the powerhouse cousins behind Lil Sista’s Goody’s Soul Food Restaurant — Napa’s first and only female-minority owned soul food restaurant.

The hidden content in kids’ feeds

The algorithm and America’s toddlers. Aislinn Conrad, an associate professor of Social Work at the University of Iowa gives insight. Conrad's expertise focus in the areas of child abuse prevention, and the ethical integration of artificial intelligence.

The pickleball dating revolution

A new bay area AI-powered social platform is designed specifically for the pickleball community, aiming to help players connect through shared interests and real-world meetups rather than traditional dating app swipes. Dawna Strouse, founder and CEO of Dink Date, gives insight on her app.

Rize Up Bakery: bold flavors, big impact

Meet Azikiwee ‘Z’ Anderson, founder of Rize Up Bakery in San Francisco. What started as a quarantine sourdough project became a bold, community-driven bakery. Known for flavors like ube sourdough, Z uses bread to inspire, give back, and lift up the next generation of Black bakers.

Black Vines celebrating 15 years this weekend

Black Vines is celebrating its 15th anniversary in Berkeley this weekend. Fern Stroud, the founder of Black Vines, and Chris Wachira, the founder of Wachira Wines, joined us on 'The Nine' ahead of the event. 

A taste of Guerneville's Saucy Mama's Jook Joint

Yvette Bidegain, owner of Saucy Mama's Jook Joint, and Taosha Harper, her daughter and general manager, talk cultural pride, and the power of sharing Black culinary traditions across generations.

Mini-sabbaticals, adult 'gap years' growing in popularity

The 9-to-5 isn't the only path anymore. A growing number of professionals are stepping away from their careers for mini-sabbaticals, adult gap years, and even so-called micro-retirements. Kia Afcari, the director of UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center, joined us on 'The Nine' for insight on the trend.

AI, exams, and equity

Jim Wismer, director of community relations with the National Test Prep Association, talks ACT and SAT prep.

Taste Tri-Valley Restaurant Week returns

Taste Tri-Valley Restaurant Week has officially kicked off, bringing 10 days of exclusive menus, special events, and standout sips across Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin and Danville.

Fallout continues in Mexico after cartel leader is killed

25 National Guard members in Mexico have been killed following the death of powerful drug cartel leader, El Mencho, was killed. David Shirk, a political science and international relations professor at the University of San Diego, joined us on 'The Nine' for insight into the fallout that continues in Puerto Vallarta. 

New bill would require insurance protections for fire-safe homes

A new proposal in the state legislature would require insurance companies to cover any home that meets certain requirements for fire safety. It's a proposal that's being supported by some groups of fire survivors from the Eaton & Palisades wildfires.

Understanding ALS: A disease with no cure

Actor Eric Dane has died at the age of 53, just 10 months after revealing his battle with ALS. Now, many are remarking on the perceived speed with which his condition turned fatal. Dr. Jill Goslinga, a neurology professor at UCSF, joined us on 'The Nine' for insight into the disease.

Antioch's TNT Smoothie & Juice Bar, community and quality

This Black History Month, we’re spotlighting legacy, ownership, and impact in Contra Costa County. In downtown Antioch, Trevelon Adanandus Jr., founder of TNT Smoothie & Juice Bar, is building more than a juice bar — he’s building legacy.

Noise Pop Festival returns to San Francisco

The Noise Pop Festival returns to San Francisco through next weekend. The festival, which dates back to 1993, features dozens of acts at music venues across the city.

Oakland's Real Cutie Pies, black-owned, and woman-led

Tiffany Thompson, owner of Real Cutie Pies in Oakland, shares how family recipes turned into a thriving pie shop known for Peach Cobbler, Banana Pudding, and Pecan Pie — and why every slice represents legacy, resilience, and generational progress.

From history to hops: Black brewers shifting the narrative

Despite Black Sumerian women creating the first known beer recipe thousands of years ago, Black brewery owners make up less than 1% worldwide. During this Black history month, we're highlighting brands who are working together to shift that narrative, one pour at a time.

TMZ releasing new documentary into Michael Jackson's life

During a Pepsi commercial shoot in 1984, a pyrotechnic malfunction left Michael Jackson with sever burns to his scalp. Now, TMZ is releasing a new documentary called, TMZ Presents: Michael Jackson: 30 Fatal Seconds" Thursday night, which explores the aftermath of that single moment, and how it may have reshaped his life.

Eight wheels, one legacy: skate culture in the Bay Area

Honoring that legacy with a Bay Area pioneer, Richard Humphrey, who helped carry the culture forward on stages, in studios, and on rinks across the country. Humphrey, founder of Rollerdance Academy, is joined by skate instructors, Takiyah Fraklin, and Isaac Farfan.

'Microdramas' see growth in popularity in the U.S.

Move over soap operas, there's a new source for drama and romance. They're called "microdramas," and are one-to-three-minute shows filmed to be viewed on your phone. Tomm Polos, the director of creator arts at USC, joined us on 'The Nine' for insight.

Inflation cools, but prices remain high

Inflation slowed in January to 2.4%, but prices are still high. Jason Matthews, the founder of Matthews Financial and Insurance Solutions, joined us on 'The Nine' for insight.

Palisades Tahoe gets fresh snow

As the storm moves through the Bay Area, the same system is hitting the Sierra. Maddy Condon, the senior communications specialist at Palisades Tahoe, joined us on 'The Nine' for a live look from the mountain.

The cost of money lies

Financial infidelity: hidden debt, secret credit cards, and spending that never makes it onto the shared spreadsheet. Michael McAuliffe, founder and President of Family Credit Management, gives insight on how couples protect both their finances and their trust.