Blog: KTVU producer attends 2017 Sundance Film Festival
The 2017 Sundance Film Festival is well underway, bringing dozens of Hollywood A-listers, and thousands of movie fans to the small mountain town of Park City, Utah. Established by Robert Redford in 1981, Sundance Institute has hosted this film festival since 1985. Its goal is straightforward: to bring the work of independent filmmakers to audiences.
Eat Chinatown exhibit marks Chinese culture's role in San Francisco history
A campaign in San Francisco called, Eat Chinatown, launched recently as part of the Chinese New Year celebration.
Flowers laid at Mary Tyler Moore statue in Minneapolis
Flowers have already been laid at the feet of the Mary Tyler Moore statue in downtown Minneapolis. The Mary Tyler Moore Show put the city of Minneapolis on the map for millions of TV viewers, and the iconic moment Mary threw her hat in the air in the opening credits is immortalized in a bronze statue – a favorite photo op for Minneapolis visitors and locals.
Boxing great Oscar De La Hoya suspected of DUI in California
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) - The California Highway Patrol says boxing great Oscar De La Hoya has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving.
Oscars change their tune with 'La La Land,' diverse nominees
The Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone movie musical, La La Land, ties an Oscar record, with 14 Academy Award nominations.
Madonna tells crowd at Women's March on Washington she's thought about "blowing up" White House
Iconic singer Madonna made headlines during the Women's March on Washington for a passionate speech during which she referenced "blowing up" the White House.
Paul McCartney files lawsuit against Sony/ATV over copyright
Paul McCartney filed a lawsuit in federal court in Manhattan on Wednesday against Sony/ATV over copyright ownership of the many hit songs he wrote with John Lennon as part of The Beatles.
San Francisco fortune cookie shop named to legacy registry
This year's Chinese New Year celebration falls on Saturday, Jan. 28 and the festivities for three Chinatown businesses that have been added to the San Francisco legacy registry will likely be much more special because of the designation.
Circus closure will put hundreds out of work, displace dozens of animals
The circus has been a 146-year tradition, but now, it's just four months away from ending. The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will complete its last performance ever in May.
Former pro wrestler Jimmy 'Superfly' Snuka dies at 73
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Former pro wrestler Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka, who earlier this month was found not competent to stand trial in the 1983 death of his girlfriend, has died at his son-in-law's home in Florida. He was 73. Attorney Robert Kirwan II said Snuka was taken Sunday to the home near Pompano Beach so that he could spend his last moments there. The family informed him shortly...
Former Miss Chinatown USA to reign over Chinese New Year parade
When this year's San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade kicks off on Feb. 11, June Gong Chin, the nation's first Miss Chinatown USA, is expected to light the ceremonial string of 30,000 firecrackers and riding in the procession.
Jessica Alba's Honest Co recalls organic baby powder in US
The Honest Company, the brand co-founded by actress Jessica Alba, issued a voluntary recall for all bottles of its organic baby powder sold in the United States over concerns of eye and skin infections.
As Chinese New Year looms, San Francisco officials warn of scams
In about two weeks, the celebrations for the start of the Chinese lunar New Year will begin in San Francisco and although the holiday represents a festive and happy time, the observation has proven to be a prime time for scam artists.
George Lucas' museum will call Los Angeles home
"Star Wars" creator George Lucas and his team were on the side of the City of Angels over the City by the Bay on Tuesday, choosing LA as the home of a museum that will showcase his life's work and huge film history collection.
Preparations under way for SF Chinese New Year Parade
Preparations are under way for the 2017 New Year Parade and Festival in San Francisco set for Saturday, Feb. 11.
Carrie Fisher's death certificate confirms heart attack
Carrie Fisher's death certificate confirms that the actress died of a heart attack, but it says more investigation is needed to try to determine the underlying cause.
Popular SF Chinese New Year Parade will celebrate Year of the Rooster
A long-standing and beloved annual tradition returns to San Francisco on Saturday, February 11.
Meryl Streep overrated? Donald Trump picks a decorated star
NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump took to Twitter on Monday, calling Meryl Streep "one of the most over-rated actresses in Hollywood" following her speech Sunday night at the Golden Globe awards
WATCH: Harlem Globetrotter makes 100-ft shot off Oracle Arena roof
At an arena that sees incredible basketball shots on a regular basis by the Golden State Warriors, Harlem Globetrotters star Buckets Blakes took his game to the next level.
Murder case dismissed against ex-wrestler 'Superfly' Snuka
A judge has dropped homicide charges against Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka.