Fire at Valero refinery in Benicia again raises questions of facility's future
A fire at the Valero refinery in Benicia lead to a shelter-in-place and comes soon after the company said it intends to close or "restructure" the facility.
A fire at the Valero refinery in Benicia lead to a shelter-in-place and comes soon after the company said it intends to close or "restructure" the facility.
Fire at Valero refinery 'under control,' investigation underway into its cause
A shelter-in-place issued for residents in parts of Solano and Contra Costa counties due to a fire at the Valero refinery in Benicia has been lifted. Refinery officials say the fire is under control and an investigation into its cause is underway.
A shelter-in-place issued for residents in parts of Solano and Contra Costa counties due to a fire at the Valero refinery in Benicia has been lifted. Refinery officials say the fire is under control and an investigation into its cause is underway.
Oakland police investigate homicide, person detained
Oakland police investigate homicide, person detained.
Oakland police investigate homicide, person detained.
Fire at Valero Refinery in Benicia
A fire broke out at the Valero Refinery in Benicia.
A fire broke out at the Valero Refinery in Benicia.
Off The Mic: The Community College route
KTVU anchors Mike Mibach and Gasia Mikaelian went the community college route and explain the benefits of their decision, and how they landed at their four year school.
KTVU anchors Mike Mibach and Gasia Mikaelian went the community college route and explain the benefits of their decision, and how they landed at their four year school.
Off The Mic: Value of human connection
KTVU Anchors Mike Mibach and Gasia Mikaelian remember five years ago when the pandemic first happened and the differences from then and now. Everything from doing broadcast news from home, the challenges of reporting news and raising a family, the connection to viewers, and fighting through those difficult days.
KTVU Anchors Mike Mibach and Gasia Mikaelian remember five years ago when the pandemic first happened and the differences from then and now. Everything from doing broadcast news from home, the challenges of reporting news and raising a family, the connection to viewers, and fighting through those difficult days.
Off The Mic: The drive to Yuma, Arizona
KTVU Anchors Mike Mibach and Gasia Mikaelian describe their humble California beginnings, sacrifices they made during their TV journey, and career challenges. Gasia then tells us about her meeting with Steve Kerr, and their shared history with Armenia. After that, she explains how she got her start in television. Episode 6. March 21, 2025
KTVU Anchors Mike Mibach and Gasia Mikaelian describe their humble California beginnings, sacrifices they made during their TV journey, and career challenges. Gasia then tells us about her meeting with Steve Kerr, and their shared history with Armenia. After that, she explains how she got her start in television. Episode 6. March 21, 2025
Tourists give thumbs down to Trump plan to reopen Alcatraz as federal prison
Therre was a large visceral, negative reaction to President Trump's plan to re-open Alcatraz Island as a federal prison to house the "worst-of-the-worst" offenders.
Therre was a large visceral, negative reaction to President Trump's plan to re-open Alcatraz Island as a federal prison to house the "worst-of-the-worst" offenders.
Broad coalition of SJ groups converge for May Day rally
Members of several different community groups gathered on Thursday for a rally in support of workers' rights on May Day. Participants marched from East San Jose to City Hall during the afternoon rush hour.
Members of several different community groups gathered on Thursday for a rally in support of workers' rights on May Day. Participants marched from East San Jose to City Hall during the afternoon rush hour.
Off The Mic: Pillar of Strength
KTVU Anchors Mike Mibach and Gasia Mikaelian celebrate their 20 year anniversary of their friendship, remembering their first story. Mike explains how he got his first break in Kansas, and how he landed at KTVU. They both explore the shift from being newbies to vets in newsroom, remember former coworkers, and the responsibility to get stories right. Mike dives into the promise he made to his dad, and talks little things you learn along the way. Episode 5. March 17, 2025
KTVU Anchors Mike Mibach and Gasia Mikaelian celebrate their 20 year anniversary of their friendship, remembering their first story. Mike explains how he got his first break in Kansas, and how he landed at KTVU. They both explore the shift from being newbies to vets in newsroom, remember former coworkers, and the responsibility to get stories right. Mike dives into the promise he made to his dad, and talks little things you learn along the way. Episode 5. March 17, 2025
13-year-old San Jose boy accepted to more than 100 colleges
13-year-old San Jose boy accepted to more than 100 colleges
13-year-old San Jose boy accepted to more than 100 colleges
Man in wheelchair knocked over in Oakland by hit-and-run driver
Man in wheelchair knocked over in Oakland by hit-and-run driver.
Man in wheelchair knocked over in Oakland by hit-and-run driver.
Colibri Mexican Bistro ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in SF
Colibri Mexican Bistro is bringing vibrant energy to the Presidio this Cinco de Mayo with live music, handcrafted cocktails, and rich, authentic flavors. Executive Chef Edgar Castro and General Manager Emma Navarro joined KTVU?s Betty Yu to preview the daylong celebration planned for Monday.
Colibri Mexican Bistro is bringing vibrant energy to the Presidio this Cinco de Mayo with live music, handcrafted cocktails, and rich, authentic flavors. Executive Chef Edgar Castro and General Manager Emma Navarro joined KTVU?s Betty Yu to preview the daylong celebration planned for Monday.
Cinco de Mayo Car Show rolls into San Jose
The family-friendly event showcased a stunning array of vehicles, including lowriders and custom builds, in celebration of Cinco de Mayo weekend. KTVU's Betty Yu got inside a Chevrolet C10.
The family-friendly event showcased a stunning array of vehicles, including lowriders and custom builds, in celebration of Cinco de Mayo weekend. KTVU's Betty Yu got inside a Chevrolet C10.
Packed crowd at Thrive City watches Warriors pull off game 7 playoff win
The Warriors advanced to the Western Conference semifinals with a 103-89 win over the Houston Rockets on Sunday night.
The Warriors advanced to the Western Conference semifinals with a 103-89 win over the Houston Rockets on Sunday night.
Investigation underway after 2 shot at upscale Oakland restaurant
An investigation is underway in Oakland after a shooting inside an upscale restaurant injured two people.
An investigation is underway in Oakland after a shooting inside an upscale restaurant injured two people.
San Jose kicks off Cinco de Mayo with lowrider show
The roar and rumble of classic and custom cars took over downtown San Jose on Saturday at the third annual Cinco de Mayo Car Show, kicking off a weekend full of festivities celebrating Mexican American culture.
The roar and rumble of classic and custom cars took over downtown San Jose on Saturday at the third annual Cinco de Mayo Car Show, kicking off a weekend full of festivities celebrating Mexican American culture.
Victim stabbed multiple times on UC Berkeley campus
Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred on UC Berkeley's campus by the Lawrence Hall of Science. A victim was found with multiple stab wounds. Police are looking for three suspects.
Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred on UC Berkeley's campus by the Lawrence Hall of Science. A victim was found with multiple stab wounds. Police are looking for three suspects.
Iranian-backed rebels launch missile at Israel's main airport
A missile was launched by Iranian-backed rebels in Yemen at Israel's main international airport. The Israeli military said its defense system was unable to shoot down the projectile, which injured eight and temporarily stopped flight operations at the airport.
A missile was launched by Iranian-backed rebels in Yemen at Israel's main international airport. The Israeli military said its defense system was unable to shoot down the projectile, which injured eight and temporarily stopped flight operations at the airport.
People betting on who the next pope will be
In Italy, tens of thousands are participating in a fantasy football-like online game, picking a team of cardinals they think could be elected as the next pope.
In Italy, tens of thousands are participating in a fantasy football-like online game, picking a team of cardinals they think could be elected as the next pope.