Bear safety this summer
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It's been a busy summer for Lake Tahoe but not just for people, for the bears, as well. South Lake Tahoe police say there's been an increase of bear calls, so far, this year. Alexia Ronning, CDFW Environmental Scientist and Tahoe bear specialist, gives insight.

Dogs make a splash in Pacifica competition
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Faith the legendary American Pit Bull Terrier surf dog and her owner James Wall, talk World Dog Surfing Championships.

Bay Area chefs unite to celebrate tomato season
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Little Saint hosts James Beard Award-winning San Francisco restaurant A16 for Sagra del Pomodoro—a one-night-only collaboration celebrating the height of tomato season. 

Navigating adult friendships
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Licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Jessica Hamilton, joins us to discuss why many adults struggle to make and maintain friendships, and how to build stronger social connections.

Beyond fitness: How exercise benefits the brain
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Scientists keep finding new evidence that exercise directly impacts brain health. While physical benefits like better cardiovascular health and lower blood sugar are well known, what about our mental health? Rio Wilson, founder of Brain Body Therapy, joins Mornings on 2 to explain the powerful brain-body connection.

Local nonprofit helps prevent teacher burnout
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As the new school year approaches, teacher burnout remains a growing challenge nationwide. Lindsey Fuller, executive director of the local nonprofit The Teaching Well, joins us to discuss how schools can better support educators' mental health, improve teacher retention, and help prevent burnout before it starts.

Love in Action Day: Free backpacks, food, so much for the Vallejo community
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 The directors of 'Love in Action Day' join us in studio to talk about Sunday's event, aimed at helping hundreds of community members get ready for back-to-school season. Whether it's a free backpack and haircut, or brand-new clothes and a free grocery bag, there is so much available for anyone in need.

Beyond the 'divorce glow up'
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A relationship expert explains the science behind the viral 'divorce effect' trend single influencers can't stop talking about.

DACA renewal delays leaving immigrants in limbo
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Every two years, DACA recipients must renew their protected status. But many say applications that once took weeks are now taking months, leaving recipients vulnerable to losing their jobs, driver’s licenses, and temporary legal protections before new approvals arrive. Luis Cortes Romero, immigration attorney at Novo Legal Group, gives insight.

Sudden hearing loss warnings
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When it comes to sudden hearing loss, time is critical. Specialists say treatment within the first week and ideally much sooner offers the best chance of restoring hearing. Dr. Donald McGillivray, an audiologist at Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa, gives insight.

UC System Accepts Record Number of California Residents
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UC Davis Vice Provost Malisa Lee joins Mornings on 2 to break down the trends in admissions, and what high school seniors applying for college should know.

As AI changes how we work, new research reveals how AI impacts productivity and job satisfaction
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A live discussion with SHRM leaders discussing their new report exploring how U.S. workers are integrating generative AI into their daily routines—and which industries, roles, and demographics are adopting it the fastest.

Federal Reserve Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged
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 The federal reserve left its key interest rate unchanged at its meeting yesterday. But some members of the federal reserve board appeared in favor of raising rates in the face of inflation, despite the president's push for the fed to cut rates. Financial advisor Jason Matthews joins Mornings on 2 to discuss what it means for consumers.

Why more young adults are turning to AI for emotional support
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As a growing number of young people turn to AI for emotional support, new research from Hopelab and the Center for Digitial Thriving  reveals some of the reasons young adults are turn to AI chatbots, before turning to a friend, family, or professional for connection.