Business owners hope for big boost during Oakland Restaurant Week
It’s restaurant week in Oakland.
SF doctor makes history creating first liver transplant system in her home country, Ethiopia
A transplant hepatologist in San Francisco is making international history by starting the first liver transplant program in her native country, Ethiopia.
San Quentin rehab center grads are seeing successful job placement
The gates of San Quentin Rehabilitation Center opened on Thursday to allow families and visitors for graduation day.
SF couple welcomes newborn on Leap Day, but when will she celebrate her birthday?
Julia Persson and Edward Verheij welcomed their newborn baby girl, Luna, just after one in the morning on February 29th. She was the first Leap Day baby born at the hospital.
Highland dermatologist changing status quo on skin diseases in Black patients
Research shows skin diseases are often overlooked in black patients because they look so different on skin of color. A dermatologist at Wilma Chan Highland Hospital is working to change that.
Alameda County Fire Department recognizes Black history in fire service for student event
Students at Anna Yates Elementary in Emeryville celebrated Black History Month with a special visit and history lesson from Alameda County firefighters.
Second chance at love for Redwood City couple in their 80s
82-year-old Caroline Downey, and 85-year-old Don Levy celebrated Valentine's Day with a bottle of white wine he gifted her. They first met eight years ago in the dining room of Brookdale Redwood City, a retirement home.
Golden State Warriors leadership names woman as president of WNBA expansion team
Jess Smith has been named as the first president of the WNBA expansion team in the Bay Area.
City of Richmond: Record low number of homicides in 2023
The city of Richmond touted its success in reducing the number of homicides over the past few years, with last year's number being the lowest in recorded history.
1st grader at Chabot Elementary takes home national speech prize
At just 6-years old, Selma is not your ordinary kid. The 1st grader at Chabot Elementary School in Oakland is making her mark locally and nationally, by delivering speeches highlighting the work of historical Black American figures.
'Batman' cheers up children in Bay Area hospitals
One man has made it his mission to spread joy and light to children with chronic illnesses or disabilities for nearly a decade.
Love letters written between Bay Area teens preserved 100 years later
Most people can remember their first love. Many might have even written love notes to that person. Two Bay Area teens in the 1920s did just that, and now their story is frozen in time.
Alameda father writes children's book as gift to daughter, a nod to their Chinese heritage
A father in Alameda wanted to read stories to his young daughter that reflected their Chinese heritage. When he couldn't find any, he decided to write his own. Kuang Lee said it's important for children to see representation.
Free roller skating, other creative programs launch in Oakland
City leaders said they're using innovative and creative ideas – and paying for them with grant money – to make Oakland safer for residents and business owners.
California teen becomes youngest to pass the state bar exam
HISTORY-MAKING: 17-year-old becomes the youngest ever to pass the state bar exam and has now been sworn-in as one of California's youngest practicing attorneys.
Grand Lake Kitchen lends helping hand to struggling SF Mexican restaurant
Hard times caused the owners of the popular authentic Mexican take-out spot in San Francisco, La Canasta, to close after more than 35 years of business.
It's lit: Tree at Oakland's Jack London Square has lights on
Dozens rang in the new season with KTVU on Saturday at Jack London Square Holiday Tree Lighting in Oakland.
Bikes built for kids impacted by imprisoned parents
Christmas can be very difficult for families with incarcerated loved ones.
After 58 years at the same school, legendary teacher celebrated for her illustrious career
Legendary Moraga teacher, who taught 58 years at the same school, was celebrated as former students, colleagues, and community members came out to pay tribute to her and her illustrious career.
Santa Clara officer solves crimes on the street and in sketch book
Law enforcement uses all kinds of intriguing resources to solve crimes, but an age-old creative skill is still very much useful today: the art of sketch.