Disposable vapes will soon be banned in France, prime minister says

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne says disposable vapes will soon be banned in the country as part of a national anti-smoking plan.

Suspect arrested after string of crimes in Oakland

Oakland police said that a suspect involved in a shooting, and who had evaded capture, allegedly vandalized multiple properties before setting fire to a home on Friday.

California teen shares story for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Madisyn isn’t letting her diagnosis stop her from smiling and is sharing her story to help others. Her mom advises parents who notice their children having bizarre symptoms or unique sensations to get checked "just to be on the safe side."

Yoga, exercise training may reduce asthma symptoms, study shows

A new study has revealed that certain types of exercise training can actually enhance respiratory function and exercise capacity in adults with asthma.

KTVU visits Pittsburg for a Zip Trip

KTVU is in Pittsburg Friday as part of our summer Zip Trip series. 

Santa Clara County vows to continue fight against opioid crisis

Santa Clara County Public Health says it just received over $11 million from the CDC for drug overdose prevention.

Eye drops recalled over bacteria, fungi contamination

Certain eye drops are being recalled after testing by federal health officials showed that the product was contaminated with bacteria and fungi. 

Biden plans to request more funding for new COVID-19 vaccine

President Joe Biden said Friday that he is planning to request more money from Congress to develop another new coronavirus vaccine, as scientists track new waves and hospitalizations rise, though not like before.

Tough Mudder athletes complain of rash after Sonoma County race

Sonoma County officials are investigating what caused rashes on multiple people who competed in a Tough Mudder race.