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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.
Contra Costa County tests ballot-counting machines ahead of election
Ballot-counting machines were running in Contra Costa County on Friday as the elections office conducted a state-mandated test designed to ensure the accuracy and security of its voting equipment.
Ballot-counting machines were running in Contra Costa County on Friday as the elections office conducted a state-mandated test designed to ensure the accuracy and security of its voting equipment.
Crowds line up for grand opening of new Uniqlo store in SF
After closing a Powell Street location in 2021, Uniqlo is back with a store at corner of 4th St. and Market.
After closing a Powell Street location in 2021, Uniqlo is back with a store at corner of 4th St. and Market.
Flooding hits Southern California coastline
After a prolonged extreme autumn heat wave, Southern California is set for a dramatic shift toward cooler temperatures, rain, and hazardous coastal flooding throughout the weekend.
After a prolonged extreme autumn heat wave, Southern California is set for a dramatic shift toward cooler temperatures, rain, and hazardous coastal flooding throughout the weekend.
49ers to face off against the Seahawks
The San Francisco 49ers are set to face off against their rivals the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. It's the team's first game on the road since their season opener in Australia. The 49ers are 4-0 so far this season, and hope to carry that momentum into Sunday's game.
The San Francisco 49ers are set to face off against their rivals the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. It's the team's first game on the road since their season opener in Australia. The 49ers are 4-0 so far this season, and hope to carry that momentum into Sunday's game.
Blue Angels take to SF skies after fog delay
Low cloud cover along the San Francisco waterfront led to a truncated appearance by the Blue Angels.
Low cloud cover along the San Francisco waterfront led to a truncated appearance by the Blue Angels.
California mandates ballot-counting machine tests prior to elections
The State of California requires every election office to test ballot-counting machines at least 7 days prior to every election. On Friday, Contra Costa County tested its machines with 25,000 test ballots. KTVU watched the process along with election observers.
The State of California requires every election office to test ballot-counting machines at least 7 days prior to every election. On Friday, Contra Costa County tested its machines with 25,000 test ballots. KTVU watched the process along with election observers.
Mill Valley Film Festival documentary explores biracial identity complexities
A documentary premiering at the 49th annual Mill Valley Film Festival" takes inspiration from Marin County. "The Unrooted Bloom" explores the nuances of living as biracial in the U.S., with a particular focus on the life of activist Amber Allen-Peirson. Co-directed by Cassidy Friedman, the two spoke to The Four about the documentary's production and message.
A documentary premiering at the 49th annual Mill Valley Film Festival" takes inspiration from Marin County. "The Unrooted Bloom" explores the nuances of living as biracial in the U.S., with a particular focus on the life of activist Amber Allen-Peirson. Co-directed by Cassidy Friedman, the two spoke to The Four about the documentary's production and message.
AC Transit ratifies collective bargaining agreement with employees' union
The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District on Friday announced it had ratified a bargaining agreement with the union representing more than 300 of its employees.
The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District on Friday announced it had ratified a bargaining agreement with the union representing more than 300 of its employees.
Blue Angels soar over San Francisco Bay despite fog
The Blue Angels’ Fleet Week performance Friday got off to a cloudy start, but the skies cleared just in time for the squadron to dazzle above the Bay Area.
The Blue Angels’ Fleet Week performance Friday got off to a cloudy start, but the skies cleared just in time for the squadron to dazzle above the Bay Area.
Uniqlo returns to San Francisco with opening day street festival
Japanese fashion label Uniqlo on Friday opened a brick-and-mortar location in San Francisco, its first in the city since the brand closed its Powell Street store in 2021.
Japanese fashion label Uniqlo on Friday opened a brick-and-mortar location in San Francisco, its first in the city since the brand closed its Powell Street store in 2021.
Judge extends White House access for CNN, MSNBC, and Politico
A federal judge is extending access to the White House for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico while he considers President Donald Trump’s efforts to ban the news outlets.
A federal judge is extending access to the White House for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico while he considers President Donald Trump’s efforts to ban the news outlets.
Mornings on 2 goes out on the water for San Francisco's Fleet Week
KTVU’s Sal Castenada and Bryan Gallo preview the parade of ships while James Torrez is out on the water with San Francisco Police getting a firsthand look at rescue operations.
KTVU’s Sal Castenada and Bryan Gallo preview the parade of ships while James Torrez is out on the water with San Francisco Police getting a firsthand look at rescue operations.
Starbucks eyes Chipotle takeover
Starbucks is reportedly exploring a possible acquisition of Chipotle. Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol previously led the fast-casual restaurant chain. Since his departure, Chipotle’s stock has lost nearly half its value.
Starbucks is reportedly exploring a possible acquisition of Chipotle. Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol previously led the fast-casual restaurant chain. Since his departure, Chipotle’s stock has lost nearly half its value.
Former Chicago Bears head coach, football icon Mike Ditka dies
Chicago Bears legend Mike Ditka, one of the greatest players and coaches in NFL history, has died. He was 86.
Chicago Bears legend Mike Ditka, one of the greatest players and coaches in NFL history, has died. He was 86.
What it's like to fly in a Super Hornet
KTVU reporter Devin Trubey flew in a Super Hornet ahead of Fleet Week.
KTVU reporter Devin Trubey flew in a Super Hornet ahead of Fleet Week.
'Pretty Little Liars' actor Keegan Allen pistol-whipped, robbed at gunpoint in West Hollywood
Actor Keegan Allen was pistol-whipped and robbed of his watch at gunpoint by two masked men outside a West Hollywood grocery store on Thursday night. Allen, who sustained a head injury, later shared footage of the attack on Instagram, criticized city officials, saying the city is no longer safe as the suspects remain on the run.
Actor Keegan Allen was pistol-whipped and robbed of his watch at gunpoint by two masked men outside a West Hollywood grocery store on Thursday night. Allen, who sustained a head injury, later shared footage of the attack on Instagram, criticized city officials, saying the city is no longer safe as the suspects remain on the run.
Dollars & Sense: What to do before you retire
Pam Cook talks with financial adviser Jason Matthews about what to do a few years before you retire.
Pam Cook talks with financial adviser Jason Matthews about what to do a few years before you retire.
Berkeley teacher honored with kindness award for helping blind student
Shannon Houston, a music teacher at Longfellow Middle School in Berkeley, received the Chris Kindness Award for transcribing sheet music into Braille for a blind student.
Shannon Houston, a music teacher at Longfellow Middle School in Berkeley, received the Chris Kindness Award for transcribing sheet music into Braille for a blind student.
East Bay couple devastated after wedding photos, gear stolen
An East Bay couple's happiness over getting married soon turned to heartache after a thief stole their wedding photographer's cameras, gear – and all their professional photos.
An East Bay couple's happiness over getting married soon turned to heartache after a thief stole their wedding photographer's cameras, gear – and all their professional photos.