Watch: Historic banyan tree, scorched during Maui wildfires, sprouts new leaves
The historic banyan tree, which was scorched during the wildfires in Lahaina in August, began to sprout new leaves this month.
Several Bay Area health departments issue new mask mandates, amid rising COVID cases
Health officials in several Bay Area counties have issued new mask mandates as COVID-19 cases continued to rise and in preparation for the upcoming respiratory virus season.
Two 'heroes' pull stranger from burning car in East Bay
Officials across Contra Costa County are calling two men “heroes" after they pulled a man out of a burning car. The accident happened on Friday morning in Crockett, leaving a vehicle completely engulfed in flames.
SF's 'Mermaid Series Run' promotes female athleticism
Hundreds of runners laced up Sunday morning preparing for a fun and challenging race, including one that crosses the Golden Gate Bridge. With options to run a 5K, 10K or 10-mile distance, the Mermaid Series Run helps introduce young girls and women to the sport of running. The 10-mile race brings runners across the Golden Gate Bridge.
IRS to pause accepting claims for COVID-era tax credit amid fraudulent claims
The tax credit, called the Employee Retention Credit, was created to help small businesses keep paying their employees during the pandemic if they were suspended from operating.
Who should get the latest COVID vaccine and when, according to California Public Health
The CDC has recommended Americans six months and older get the latest vaccine. Here's when you should get it.
FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccine, CDC set to issue recommendations this week
There’s still another step: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must sign off. A CDC advisory panel is set to issue recommendations Tuesday on who most needs the updated shots.
Fauci predicts mask recommendations could come back if US sees 'significant uptick' in COVID-19 cases
Dr. Anthony Fauci said that while he does not foresee a federal mask mandate in the future, recommendations are likely if COVID-19 cases rise this winter.
New COVID booster coming soon: Who should get it and how much will it cost?
It’s the first time since the pandemic began that the federal government won’t cover the cost of COVID-19 vaccines.
Anthony Fauci ‘concerned’ people won’t comply if masking recommendations return: 'I hope' they 'abide'
Former White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci spoke out in defense of masking amid rising COVID cases, saying he is concerned people will not abide by recommendations.
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady is experiencing "mild symptoms" and will remain at her home in Delaware, the White House said.
KTVU visits Pittsburg for a Zip Trip
KTVU is in Pittsburg Friday as part of our summer Zip Trip series.
Citing rising COVID cases, these US hospital systems have now reinstated mask mandates
One of these hospitals brought back mask requirements just a month after lifting the mandate.
Nordstrom in its final days as downtown San Francisco works to mend itself
San Francisco's Nordstrom is in its final days as the city's downtown struggles to recreate itself.
Video: officer skillfully retrieves phone from Golden Gate Bridge ledge
A patrol officer is receiving praise for helping recover a cellphone that had fallen to a ledge on the Golden Gate Bridge.
Deaf dog from Mexico shares common bond with potential new Bay Area owner
A deaf dog found on the streets of Mexico may have a new home here in the Bay Area.
Which arm receives COVID-19 booster may make a difference, study finds
Researchers in Germany analyzed data from more than 300 people who received the COVID-19 vaccine, along with a booster dose.
50-year-old martial arts academy in Oakland faces foreclosure
An Oakland man is in danger of losing his martial arts academy due to financial troubles after being in business for 50 years.
State superintendent discusses challenges, assistance for school districts
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond spoke about the challenges facing districts around the states as the school year begins.
New COVID-19 variant ‘Eris’ spreads across US, other countries
EG.5, which is unofficially nicknamed Eris, has already become the most prevalent variant in the U.S.