San Pablo police shoot man experiencing mental health episode

A man was injured in an officer-involved shooting Friday after his wife called authorities for mental health assistance in San Pablo. 

Bill to decriminalize some psychedelics heads to Gov. Newsom's desk

State Bill 58 passed through the Senate Thursday. The bill would allow a few naturally occurring psychedelic substances including the ingredients in hallucinogenic mushrooms.

Air pollution from wildfires linked to dementia cases, study says

Particulate pollution comes from several sources, not just wildfires, but the study identified particulates from wildfires and agriculture as the sources linked to dementia cases.

Linda Evangelista has 'one foot in the grave' after being diagnosed with cancer twice in 5 years

It was only last year when supermodel Linda Evangelista revealed she had secluded herself from the public for half a decade due to deformities she says were caused by CoolSculpting, an FDA-approved procedure known to freeze fat.

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.

AI medical capabilities show accuracy in clinical decision making

ChatGPT was best in making a "final diagnosis," where it was 77% accurate, according to Mass General Brigham research

UCSF liver transplant recipient honored for courage

A former UCSF patient who was in need of a liver transplant will be honored at next week's Dreamforce conference in San Francisco. 

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.