Bay Area reacts to Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer diagnosis
People in the Bay Area send Pope Leo XIV well wishes for a full and speedy recovery.
People in the Bay Area send Pope Leo XIV well wishes for a full and speedy recovery.
San Anselmo considers ban on all tobacco products
At a San Anselmo town council meeting on Tuesday, one item on the agenda was the considering of a ban on all tobacco products. There are four different options as to how the town could go about this, including the option of doing nothing.
At a San Anselmo town council meeting on Tuesday, one item on the agenda was the considering of a ban on all tobacco products. There are four different options as to how the town could go about this, including the option of doing nothing.
Six Flags Goliath coaster death: Georgia investigators probe fatal ejection
A 42-year-old man died Monday after being thrown from the Goliath hypercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
A 42-year-old man died Monday after being thrown from the Goliath hypercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
Jury chosen in corruption trial of ex-Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao
Five men and seven women have been selected as jurors in the federal corruption trial of recalled former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.
Five men and seven women have been selected as jurors in the federal corruption trial of recalled former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.
West Coast News Wrap Live
West Coast Wrap covers news from around the western U.S., including California, Arizona and Washington.
West Coast Wrap covers news from around the western U.S., including California, Arizona and Washington.
Marin County residents demand 'No ICE' ordinance at Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday
A coalition of residents packed the Marin County Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, calling on officials to pass a "No-ICE" ordinance that would prevent county resources from being used to support federal immigration actions.
A coalition of residents packed the Marin County Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, calling on officials to pass a "No-ICE" ordinance that would prevent county resources from being used to support federal immigration actions.
What is lung adenocarcinoma?
Following the Vatican's announcement that Pope Leo underwent a successful surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung for localized lung cancer, Kaiser Permanente Oakland oncologist Dr. Jason Cham joined KTVU to explain the diagnosis and recovery outlook. Dr. Cham discussed how pathology determines cancer staging, the rise of lung cancer in non-smokers due to DNA driver mutations, and screening guidelines for high-risk individuals. He noted that while surgical recovery can range from weeks to months, targeted therapies now offer strong treatment options if further intervention is required.
Following the Vatican's announcement that Pope Leo underwent a successful surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung for localized lung cancer, Kaiser Permanente Oakland oncologist Dr. Jason Cham joined KTVU to explain the diagnosis and recovery outlook. Dr. Cham discussed how pathology determines cancer staging, the rise of lung cancer in non-smokers due to DNA driver mutations, and screening guidelines for high-risk individuals. He noted that while surgical recovery can range from weeks to months, targeted therapies now offer strong treatment options if further intervention is required.
Six Flags death: Victim ejected from ride identified
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, of Atlanta, died following an ejection from a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, of Atlanta, died following an ejection from a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
Two-time breast cancer survivor shares journey of hope, healing
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, two-time breast cancer survivor Ratna Tripathi and Tina Fernandez, Executive Director of the HERS Breast Cancer Foundation, joined KTVU to share stories of resilience and support. Tripathi reflected on her dual diagnoses eight years apart and how finding resources from HERS helped her navigate the personal toll of treatment. Now serving on the HERS Board of Directors, Tripathi works alongside the foundation to offer essential post-treatment services, compassionate care, and community support to patients navigating life after diagnosis.
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, two-time breast cancer survivor Ratna Tripathi and Tina Fernandez, Executive Director of the HERS Breast Cancer Foundation, joined KTVU to share stories of resilience and support. Tripathi reflected on her dual diagnoses eight years apart and how finding resources from HERS helped her navigate the personal toll of treatment. Now serving on the HERS Board of Directors, Tripathi works alongside the foundation to offer essential post-treatment services, compassionate care, and community support to patients navigating life after diagnosis.
South Bay leaders prep for potential 'Super El Niño'
South Bay leaders met on Tuesday to discuss how to prepare for possible "Super El Niño" conditions this winter that could bring severe precipitation.
South Bay leaders met on Tuesday to discuss how to prepare for possible "Super El Niño" conditions this winter that could bring severe precipitation.
San Jose landlord ID'd as man fatally shot by police
San Jose police on Tuesday provided more information on a fatal shooting involving officers that occurred over the weekend. SJPD says the man, identified as Ted Lieu, 69, was a landlord at a property on the 3200 block of Lock Drive. An argument with his tenants prompted the initial 911 call, police said. SJPD says he was found by responding officers hiding in a shed, before he fired his weapon at officers.
San Jose police on Tuesday provided more information on a fatal shooting involving officers that occurred over the weekend. SJPD says the man, identified as Ted Lieu, 69, was a landlord at a property on the 3200 block of Lock Drive. An argument with his tenants prompted the initial 911 call, police said. SJPD says he was found by responding officers hiding in a shed, before he fired his weapon at officers.
Guilfoyle steps down after allegations of corruption
The White House publicly asked for U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle’s resignation on Tuesday as she faced mounting accusations of improper conduct, and she announced within two hours that she was quitting, ending days of talk and speculation about her professional fate. Guilfoyle insisted that she would “vigorously defend” herself.
The White House publicly asked for U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle’s resignation on Tuesday as she faced mounting accusations of improper conduct, and she announced within two hours that she was quitting, ending days of talk and speculation about her professional fate. Guilfoyle insisted that she would “vigorously defend” herself.
Kimberly Guilfoyle resigns amid scandal
- Kimberly Guilfoyle resigned Tuesday as U.S. ambassador to Greece following a string of damaging reports.
- Kimberly Guilfoyle resigned Tuesday as U.S. ambassador to Greece following a string of damaging reports.
Father of Morgan Hill woman allegedly killed by husband 'not mad' as he honors her legacy
The father of the Morgan Hill woman allegedly beaten to death by her husband is remembering his daughter as a loyal 49ers fan, and a loving and devoted mom and wife who worked nonstop for her family and was acted as nurse to her young son battling cancer.
The father of the Morgan Hill woman allegedly beaten to death by her husband is remembering his daughter as a loyal 49ers fan, and a loving and devoted mom and wife who worked nonstop for her family and was acted as nurse to her young son battling cancer.
SF School selection changes
SF School board looking at making changes to how children are assigned to elementary school, prioritizing getting kids into neighborhood schools.
SF School board looking at making changes to how children are assigned to elementary school, prioritizing getting kids into neighborhood schools.
Mother & stepfather accused of neglect in death of 8 year old girl arrested
The mother and stepfather of an 8-year-old girl who died in what prosecutors say were squalid conditions were arrested and appeared before judge for the first time.
The mother and stepfather of an 8-year-old girl who died in what prosecutors say were squalid conditions were arrested and appeared before judge for the first time.
Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer
Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said.
Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said.
No Ice in Marin group takes over Board chambers, calling for No-ICE ordinance
Dozens of people with signs spoke out Tuesday, as the No Ice in Marin group takes over Board chambers, calling for No-ICE ordinance
Dozens of people with signs spoke out Tuesday, as the No Ice in Marin group takes over Board chambers, calling for No-ICE ordinance
Sister of reality TV personality charged in connection to her death in Oakland
Charges have been filed in the case of a reality TV personality who was shot and killed in downtown Oakland over the weekend.
Charges have been filed in the case of a reality TV personality who was shot and killed in downtown Oakland over the weekend.
Inside NASA's plan to explore underground lunar caves that one day could shelter astronauts
NASA is preparing to explore deep craters on the moon, known as the Marius Hills pit, to determine if ancient underground caves could provide shelter for future astronauts.
NASA is preparing to explore deep craters on the moon, known as the Marius Hills pit, to determine if ancient underground caves could provide shelter for future astronauts.