One dead, several pets rescued in SF Marina District two-alarm fire
The San Francisco Fire Department is investigating the cause of a two-alarm apartment fire in the city’s Marina District that left one person dead Friday night. Firefighters were called to an apartment building on Filbert Street between Van Ness Avenue and Franklin Street just before 9:30 p.m.
The San Francisco Fire Department is investigating the cause of a two-alarm apartment fire in the city’s Marina District that left one person dead Friday night. Firefighters were called to an apartment building on Filbert Street between Van Ness Avenue and Franklin Street just before 9:30 p.m.
Day of the Dead vigil remembers 25 who died in ICE custody
Community members in Concord held a Day of the Dead vigil to honor people who died in ICE detention this year, and to raise awareness about concerning conditions in immigration facilities.
Community members in Concord held a Day of the Dead vigil to honor people who died in ICE detention this year, and to raise awareness about concerning conditions in immigration facilities.
Cal women's basketball preparing to open season in Paris
For the first time ever, the Cal Women's basketball team will open its season overseas in France.
For the first time ever, the Cal Women's basketball team will open its season overseas in France.
Huge turnout for SF's Castroween and Night Market
Castroween, a beloved tradition in San Francisco drew huge crowds to the Castro nieghborhood on Halloween night. The monthly Castro night market that normally takes place on Thursdays was changed to Halloween to coincide with this holiday celebration. It attracted people to the area early and appeared to boost businesses such as bars and restaurants.
Castroween, a beloved tradition in San Francisco drew huge crowds to the Castro nieghborhood on Halloween night. The monthly Castro night market that normally takes place on Thursdays was changed to Halloween to coincide with this holiday celebration. It attracted people to the area early and appeared to boost businesses such as bars and restaurants.
Federal judges order Trump administration to fund SNAP as CalFresh benefits expire
Two federal judges have ruled that the Trump administration must use emergency funds to continue SNAP benefits as California’s CalFresh program faces a potential shortfall on November 1.
Two federal judges have ruled that the Trump administration must use emergency funds to continue SNAP benefits as California’s CalFresh program faces a potential shortfall on November 1.
Trump Administration ordered to use emergency funds for SNAP payments | West Coast Wrap
Two judges have ordered the Trump Administration to tap emergency funds to continue payments to food assistance recipients as the government shutdown continues into November. However, the administration argued that it couldn't use agriculture department reserves for the program unless Congress passes a budget, and President Trump blamed Democrats for keeping the shutdown going.
Two judges have ordered the Trump Administration to tap emergency funds to continue payments to food assistance recipients as the government shutdown continues into November. However, the administration argued that it couldn't use agriculture department reserves for the program unless Congress passes a budget, and President Trump blamed Democrats for keeping the shutdown going.
Children's Fairyland in Oakland celebrates Halloween
The well-loved children's theme park on Friday hosted an event for families. The park was transformed into an eerie playground and staff handed out candy to visitors.
The well-loved children's theme park on Friday hosted an event for families. The park was transformed into an eerie playground and staff handed out candy to visitors.
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.