Boy paralyzed in Oakland shooting gets custom Halloween costume
There was a special Halloween reveal at Chabot Elementary School in Oakland on Friday: a custom-designed Mario Kart costume for Asa Luo, 10, that fits his wheelchair. Asa was paralyzed in 2023 after being struck by a stray bullet while out with his family.
There was a special Halloween reveal at Chabot Elementary School in Oakland on Friday: a custom-designed Mario Kart costume for Asa Luo, 10, that fits his wheelchair. Asa was paralyzed in 2023 after being struck by a stray bullet while out with his family.
Federal judges order Trump Administration to pay for SNAP food benefits with emergency funds
Two federal judges ruled Friday that the Trump Administration must use emergency funds to pay for SNAP food assistance during the government shutdown, handing a legal victory to some two dozen states including California that filed legal challenges.
Two federal judges ruled Friday that the Trump Administration must use emergency funds to pay for SNAP food assistance during the government shutdown, handing a legal victory to some two dozen states including California that filed legal challenges.
Meals on Wheels a lifeline for San Francisco seniors amid government shutdown
The government shutdown not only impacts SNAP benefits, but nonprofits like Meals on Wheels. KTVU's Aaron Dickens spoke with an 86-year-old woman who relies on both.
The government shutdown not only impacts SNAP benefits, but nonprofits like Meals on Wheels. KTVU's Aaron Dickens spoke with an 86-year-old woman who relies on both.
Contingency plans ready around Bay Area as SNAP payments set to pause Saturday
Officials in the three main population centers in the Bay Area on Friday said their SNAP payment pause contingency plans are ready if the federal government defies a court order and does not process benefits starting Saturday.
Officials in the three main population centers in the Bay Area on Friday said their SNAP payment pause contingency plans are ready if the federal government defies a court order and does not process benefits starting Saturday.
SFPD announce arrest in Golden Gate Park sexual assault case
Interim SFPD police chief Paul Yep announced the arrest of a 19-year-old man suspected of sexual battery, kidnapping and other charges, following an attack last week on a minor in the bathrooms at the Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park.
Interim SFPD police chief Paul Yep announced the arrest of a 19-year-old man suspected of sexual battery, kidnapping and other charges, following an attack last week on a minor in the bathrooms at the Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park.
Local efforts underway to provide hurricane relief for communities in Jamaica
KTVU's Heather Holmes and Crystal Bailey sit down with Tabetha Phillips, on the Board of Directors for Jamaica based non-profit Freedom Skatepark Foundation.
KTVU's Heather Holmes and Crystal Bailey sit down with Tabetha Phillips, on the Board of Directors for Jamaica based non-profit Freedom Skatepark Foundation.
Bay Area leaders address CalFresh, SNAP shutdown and how they're helping | KTVU
CalFresh recipients in Aalmeda County stand to lose approximately $35 million in food assistance benefits next month due to the ongoing shutdown of the federal government. The Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Thursday approved $16.5 million in emergency food assistance through the food bank and its partner organizations. The funding was announced at a press conference led by elected officials including Alameda County Supervisor Nikki Fortunato Bas, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon and Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, among others.
CalFresh recipients in Aalmeda County stand to lose approximately $35 million in food assistance benefits next month due to the ongoing shutdown of the federal government. The Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Thursday approved $16.5 million in emergency food assistance through the food bank and its partner organizations. The funding was announced at a press conference led by elected officials including Alameda County Supervisor Nikki Fortunato Bas, Congresswoman Lateefah Simon and Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, among others.
Suspect in custody in Golden Gate Park sexual assault
SFPD arrest 19-year-old suspect in connection with youth soccer player assaulted in park bathroom. KTVU's Christien Kafton shared the details from an SFPD press conference at which interim chief Paul Yep, Mayor Daniel Lurie and District Attorney Brooke Jenkins spoke.
SFPD arrest 19-year-old suspect in connection with youth soccer player assaulted in park bathroom. KTVU's Christien Kafton shared the details from an SFPD press conference at which interim chief Paul Yep, Mayor Daniel Lurie and District Attorney Brooke Jenkins spoke.
SFFD: Breast Cancer Awareness
San Francisco Fire Captain Heather Buren talks about the department’s efforts to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer.
San Francisco Fire Captain Heather Buren talks about the department’s efforts to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer.
The SNAP standoff explained
Gina Plata-Nino, SNAP Deputy Director at the Food Research & Action Center, gives insight on why the Trump administration is sitting on SNAP funds. Plata-Nino, is also a former senior advisor for nutrition and agriculture in the Biden-Harris administration’s domestic policy council.
Gina Plata-Nino, SNAP Deputy Director at the Food Research & Action Center, gives insight on why the Trump administration is sitting on SNAP funds. Plata-Nino, is also a former senior advisor for nutrition and agriculture in the Biden-Harris administration’s domestic policy council.
San Francisco police arrest 19-year-old in Golden Gate Park child sex assault
San Francisco police on Friday announced the arrest of a 19-year-old following the sexual assault of a young soccer player in Golden Gate Park, thanks to a tip from a parent.
San Francisco police on Friday announced the arrest of a 19-year-old following the sexual assault of a young soccer player in Golden Gate Park, thanks to a tip from a parent.
Celebrating Halloween with a corn maze
Celebrating Halloween with a corn maze. Reporter James Torrez and photographer Greg Grinsell made their way out of the maze in one hour and 30 minutes.
Celebrating Halloween with a corn maze. Reporter James Torrez and photographer Greg Grinsell made their way out of the maze in one hour and 30 minutes.
Automatic work permit extensions eliminated
A safety net for foreign workers had ended under a new federal rule. Mariam Masumi Daud, managing attorney at Johnson & Masumi, explains end of automatic permit renewal extension.
A safety net for foreign workers had ended under a new federal rule. Mariam Masumi Daud, managing attorney at Johnson & Masumi, explains end of automatic permit renewal extension.
5.5M California could go without SNAP benefits
5.5M California could go without SNAP benefits, which is called CalFresh.
5.5M California could go without SNAP benefits, which is called CalFresh.
Halloween in the Castro hopes to draw large turnout
Businesses and people who love Halloween hope this holiday will bring back the beloved tradition of large crowds dressed in creative costumes for Halloween in San Francisco's Castro neighborhood.
Businesses and people who love Halloween hope this holiday will bring back the beloved tradition of large crowds dressed in creative costumes for Halloween in San Francisco's Castro neighborhood.
Bird flu to blame for Petaluma farm having to destroy 57,000 ducks
A Sonoma County duck farm is being forced to destroy tens of thousands of ducks that have been or will be infected by a highly-contagious bird flu. The same farm was hit by the disease two years ago when infected migratory wild birds make contact with domesticated farm animals.
A Sonoma County duck farm is being forced to destroy tens of thousands of ducks that have been or will be infected by a highly-contagious bird flu. The same farm was hit by the disease two years ago when infected migratory wild birds make contact with domesticated farm animals.
Bay Area food banks brace for surge as SNAP suspension nears
Food banks across the Bay Area are preparing for a surge in demand as millions of Americans brace for a suspension of federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, a consequence of the ongoing government shutdown. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-Concord, hosted a town hall Thursday night in Martinez to address mounting concerns over the shutdown’s growing impact. The congressman expressed little optimism that lawmakers in Washington would reach a deal soon to end the impasse.
Food banks across the Bay Area are preparing for a surge in demand as millions of Americans brace for a suspension of federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, a consequence of the ongoing government shutdown. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-Concord, hosted a town hall Thursday night in Martinez to address mounting concerns over the shutdown’s growing impact. The congressman expressed little optimism that lawmakers in Washington would reach a deal soon to end the impasse.
ICE agent involved in shooting | West Coast Wrap
An investigation is underway in Southern California after an ICE agent shot and wounded a man who authorities say was driving his car toward the officer. What we're learning about Thursday's shooting, the third time immigration agents have opened fire during operations here in the West since last week.
An investigation is underway in Southern California after an ICE agent shot and wounded a man who authorities say was driving his car toward the officer. What we're learning about Thursday's shooting, the third time immigration agents have opened fire during operations here in the West since last week.
Oakland's Fruitvale has emergency preparedness plan for Dia de Los Muertos
The Unity Council’s 30th annual "Dia de Los Muertos" celebrations in the Fruitvale district are full steam ahead despite fears of federal immigration enforcement.
The Unity Council’s 30th annual "Dia de Los Muertos" celebrations in the Fruitvale district are full steam ahead despite fears of federal immigration enforcement.
Anti-ICE protesters rally outside Sonoma County Jail to voice immigrants' fear
About 100 protesters with the Sonoma County Sanctuary Coalition gathered at the exit of the Sonoma County Detention Center in Santa Rosa Thursday, calling on Sonoma County's Board to pass an ordinance explicitly stating their "non-collaboration with ICE."
About 100 protesters with the Sonoma County Sanctuary Coalition gathered at the exit of the Sonoma County Detention Center in Santa Rosa Thursday, calling on Sonoma County's Board to pass an ordinance explicitly stating their "non-collaboration with ICE."