Prop. 50, gerrymandering and the 2026 mid-term elections
California's Proposition 50 on the Nov. 4 special election ballot has put the state at the center of the nationwide battle over redistricting and gerrymandering to control the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026.
Federal trial over troops deployed to Oregon | West Coast Wrap
Portland is the latest city to which federal agents have been deployed, and their arrival has sparked a federal lawsuit. A commander with the Portland Police Bureau described several instances in which federal agents used 'excessive force' against protesters, who have been present at an ICE facility in the city since federal representatives arrived. A defense department attorney argued the National Guard is needed to protect the facility, because police aren't doing enough.
Animal rights activist convicted for stealing four chickens, faces five years
A Sonoma County jury on Wednesday, following seven weeks of trial, convicted an animal rights activist of felony conspiracy, two misdemeanor counts of trespassing, and tampering with a vehicle.
Alameda Co. supervisors approve $10M in funding to local food programs
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors approved adding $10 million to local food programs including the Alameda County Community Food Bank. Supervisor Nikki Fortunato Bas talks about this issue and what to expect as the government shutdown continues.
Detroit police officer caught on Zoom court hearing with no pants
It's the clip now seen around the world where a Metro Detroit officer was caught with his pants down during a Zoom court session.
Possibly-armed kidnapping and robbery suspects on the run in Watts
A police chase is underway involving multiple suspects – with one of them possibly linked to a kidnapping case – in Los Angeles County.
Cooler Thursday forecast
Wednesday was the warmest day of the week! Low clouds should resurface near the coast and bay Thursday morning. Partly sunny skies are expected later in the day. Highs should range from the low 60s to the mid 70s. Temperatures should rebound in the Halloween forecast.
San Francisco to provide food assistance to help SNAP recipients
San Francisco is stepping in to make sure people who receive SNAP benefits get enough to eat as the program is about to lapse for the first time in history because of the government shutdown.
Bicyclist injured in hit and run in Oakland
An Oakland man is suffering from a traumatic brain injury after being struck by a hit and run driver.
SF to step in to help those receiving SNAP
San Francisco leaders step in with public private partnership to use $18 million to provide food for those impacted by a delay in SNAP benefits
Prop 50 redistricting vote Tuesday, part of national battle as Republicans could gain 12 or more House seats
California's Proposition 50 is up for a vote Tuesday November 4. If it passes, it could give House Democrats 5 additional seats to offset the 5 seats Texas Republicans are set to gain through Texas's unusual redistricting action mid-decade. Other states, however, are joining the battle for control of the House, with Louisiana and Virginia taking action Wednesday.
Who was Roger Casement? Irish diplomat, historical figure honored in SF Castro
It was a commemoration nearly 10 years in the making. The tribute to honor Irish diplomat and human rights activist, Roger Casement, along the Rainbow Honor Walk was held in San Francisco's Castro District this week.
VTA putting spotlight on human trafficking ahead of Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup
Officials with the Valley Transportation Authority on Wednesday hosted a one-day conference about the threat posed by human trafficking ahead of several high-profile sporting events that are scheduled to take place in the South Bay in 2026.
Powered by the rise of AI, Nvidia just became the first company ever valued over $5-trillion
It's a massive milestone: Nvidia just became the first publicly traded company to exceed $5-trillion dollars in market value.
Nine alleged Oakland gang members indicted by feds in homicides
A raid in Oakland's Upper Dimond neighborhood was part of a multi-year investigation by the FBI and Oakland police into members of two street gangs .
South Bay authorities, community groups warn of human trafficking risk during Super Bowl
As the Bay Area prepares to host several high-profile sporting events next year, one transit agency is heightening awareness about a certain crime that's global in scope: human trafficking.
Bay area company upcycles flowers to give blooms new life
KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes sit down with Kennedy Schumacher, founder of Presley Flowers to learn more.
Halloween Health and Safety guidance
KTVU's Alex Savidge sits down with Dr. Meena Pai, Physician in Chief and Pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente San Jose.
Who was Roger Casement? Irish diplomat, historical figure honored in SF Castro
Oct. 28 is now known as Roger Casement Day in the City of San Francisco. We look at who this historical figure, an Irish Diplomat, was and why he was honored Wednesday as part of The Rainbow Honor Walk in the city's Castro District.
Good Samaritan Hospital breaks ground on $1.3 billion expansion
Good Samaritan Hospital on Wednesday broke ground on a $1.3 billion expansion to its San Jose campus.