Campaign raises more than $1 million for sexual assault survivors
When a sexual assault victim steps forward, the are all too often met with hurtful comments that they, in some way are responsible for what happened. Victim blaming is sadly a common occurrence, and a campaign called "Still Not Asking For It" has been fighting that stigma for the last 10 years. The annual flash charity event is held at tattoo shops in the Bay Area and around the world, raising more than $1million to help support sexual assault survivors. KTVU's Heather Holmes is joined live in studio by Ben Verhoek, tattoo artist and co-owner of Pastime Tattoo in San Leandro for more on this weekend's annual event and how to participate.
When a sexual assault victim steps forward, the are all too often met with hurtful comments that they, in some way are responsible for what happened. Victim blaming is sadly a common occurrence, and a campaign called "Still Not Asking For It" has been fighting that stigma for the last 10 years. The annual flash charity event is held at tattoo shops in the Bay Area and around the world, raising more than $1million to help support sexual assault survivors. KTVU's Heather Holmes is joined live in studio by Ben Verhoek, tattoo artist and co-owner of Pastime Tattoo in San Leandro for more on this weekend's annual event and how to participate.
Goodwill SF teaming up with SFSU fashion design students
Goodwill is partnering up with local fashion design students in an effort to repurpose clothes and turn them into new garments. Six students from San Francisco State University's Fashion Design and Merchandising Department have been given clothes from a Goodwill warehouse that would otherwise have been thrown away. By the end of the semester, they are challenged to showcase their upcycled garments on mannequins at one of the San Francisco Goodwill stores. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with Julie Bryant, Goodwill SF's Director of Sustainability about the goals of the new partnership.
Goodwill is partnering up with local fashion design students in an effort to repurpose clothes and turn them into new garments. Six students from San Francisco State University's Fashion Design and Merchandising Department have been given clothes from a Goodwill warehouse that would otherwise have been thrown away. By the end of the semester, they are challenged to showcase their upcycled garments on mannequins at one of the San Francisco Goodwill stores. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with Julie Bryant, Goodwill SF's Director of Sustainability about the goals of the new partnership.
Female athletes sue NCAA, allege "serial" Title IX violations
A new lawsuit is taking aim at the NCAA's policies on transgender athletes. More than a dozen current and former athletes filed the suit, accusing the association of violating their rights under Title IX by allowing a transgender woman to compete in a swimming competition. At the national championships in 2022, Lia Thomas won the Women's 500-Yard Freestyle Event competing for the University of Pennsylvania. Thomas was the first openly transgender athlete to win a Division 1 Title in any sport. In the lawsuit, one of the plaintiffs, Kentucky swimmer Riley Gaines says she tied for 5th place with Thomas in a different event but Thomas was handed the trophy instead of her. KTVU's Alex Savidge discusses the lawsuit and allegations with Shaun Fletcher, Professor of Public Relations and Sports Communication at San Jose State University.
A new lawsuit is taking aim at the NCAA's policies on transgender athletes. More than a dozen current and former athletes filed the suit, accusing the association of violating their rights under Title IX by allowing a transgender woman to compete in a swimming competition. At the national championships in 2022, Lia Thomas won the Women's 500-Yard Freestyle Event competing for the University of Pennsylvania. Thomas was the first openly transgender athlete to win a Division 1 Title in any sport. In the lawsuit, one of the plaintiffs, Kentucky swimmer Riley Gaines says she tied for 5th place with Thomas in a different event but Thomas was handed the trophy instead of her. KTVU's Alex Savidge discusses the lawsuit and allegations with Shaun Fletcher, Professor of Public Relations and Sports Communication at San Jose State University.
How to manage seasonal allergies with and without medication
Spring is here and so are seasonal allergies. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Dr. Malaika Stoll, Senior Medical Director at Blue Shield of California about the best ways to prevent and reduce allergy symptoms with and without taking medicine.
Spring is here and so are seasonal allergies. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Dr. Malaika Stoll, Senior Medical Director at Blue Shield of California about the best ways to prevent and reduce allergy symptoms with and without taking medicine.
Viral ad pushes back against misconceptions about Down syndrome
An ad released ahead of World Down Syndrome Day is sparking conversation and challenging assumptions about people with the condition. The ad stars Canadian actor and model Madison Tevlin and was produced by the advocacy group Coordown in partnership with the National Down Syndrome Society and other organizations. The conclusion: assumptions, both negative and positive, can become reality. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge are joined by Madison Tevlin and CEO of the National Down Syndrome Society Kandi Pickard for how they hope the ad will help shape public perception of Down syndrome.
An ad released ahead of World Down Syndrome Day is sparking conversation and challenging assumptions about people with the condition. The ad stars Canadian actor and model Madison Tevlin and was produced by the advocacy group Coordown in partnership with the National Down Syndrome Society and other organizations. The conclusion: assumptions, both negative and positive, can become reality. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge are joined by Madison Tevlin and CEO of the National Down Syndrome Society Kandi Pickard for how they hope the ad will help shape public perception of Down syndrome.
Falcon baby watch returns, 2 eggs appear atop Berkeley clocktower
It's that time of year again; baby falcon watch! Just over a month ago, Annie, the beloved UC Berkeley peregrine falcon took a new mate into her nest on top of the Berkeley campanile. He has been named Archie, earning his title as a result of a falcon fan naming competition last month on social media. Three days ago, one egg appeared in the nest, followed by egg number two just yesterday. Now, the watch is on for eggs number three and four. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with Cal Falcons biologists Lynn Schofield and Sean Peterson about all of the excitement as falcon chick season gets started.
It's that time of year again; baby falcon watch! Just over a month ago, Annie, the beloved UC Berkeley peregrine falcon took a new mate into her nest on top of the Berkeley campanile. He has been named Archie, earning his title as a result of a falcon fan naming competition last month on social media. Three days ago, one egg appeared in the nest, followed by egg number two just yesterday. Now, the watch is on for eggs number three and four. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with Cal Falcons biologists Lynn Schofield and Sean Peterson about all of the excitement as falcon chick season gets started.
Empowering women in the workplace through body language and confidence
A recent CNBC/SurveyMonkey survey found a lack of workplace satisfaction across the board for women, with 80% saying their career has not advanced in the last year and 17% saying they actually make less than they did the year prior. KTVU's Heather Holmes is joined by communication strategist and author of "A Woman's Guide to Claiming Space: Stand Tall, Raise Your Voice" for more on how women can break through communication barriers at work and advocate for themselves when it comes to pay, promotions and seniority.
A recent CNBC/SurveyMonkey survey found a lack of workplace satisfaction across the board for women, with 80% saying their career has not advanced in the last year and 17% saying they actually make less than they did the year prior. KTVU's Heather Holmes is joined by communication strategist and author of "A Woman's Guide to Claiming Space: Stand Tall, Raise Your Voice" for more on how women can break through communication barriers at work and advocate for themselves when it comes to pay, promotions and seniority.
Endometriosis Awareness Month: Recognizing and treating symptoms
March marks Endometriosis Awareness Month, a complex and chronic inflammatory condition affecting roughly 190 million people worldwide according to the World Health Organization. Yet, many women are unaware they may have the disease. KTVU's Heather Holmes discusses symptoms and treatment with Dr. Miya Yamamoto, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon based at Kaiser San Leandro and Dr. Joan Manglic-Mot, Emergency Department Physician and endometriosis patient herself.
March marks Endometriosis Awareness Month, a complex and chronic inflammatory condition affecting roughly 190 million people worldwide according to the World Health Organization. Yet, many women are unaware they may have the disease. KTVU's Heather Holmes discusses symptoms and treatment with Dr. Miya Yamamoto, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon based at Kaiser San Leandro and Dr. Joan Manglic-Mot, Emergency Department Physician and endometriosis patient herself.
Tech expert explains advantages of sovereign AI for governments, companies
Santa Clara-based chipmaker Nvidia announced a new partnership with Oracle focused on what's known as sovereign AI, meaning individual countries or companies produce artificial intelligence using their own infrastructure and workforce allowing them to keep data secure. KTVU's Alex Savidge discusses the advantages of this strategy with tech expert and San Jose State University professor Ahmed Banafa.
Santa Clara-based chipmaker Nvidia announced a new partnership with Oracle focused on what's known as sovereign AI, meaning individual countries or companies produce artificial intelligence using their own infrastructure and workforce allowing them to keep data secure. KTVU's Alex Savidge discusses the advantages of this strategy with tech expert and San Jose State University professor Ahmed Banafa.
"Connect Bay Area Act" could provide $750M a year for transit
State Senators Scott Wiener and Aisha Wahab say the "Connect Bay Area Act" could provide hundreds of millions of dollars to struggling local transit agencies. The senators say it would generate at least $750 million a year for transit operations and avoid service cuts. If the bill becomes law, a measure would be placed on the ballot in 2026 asking voters to authorize a new tax on sales, regional payroll or properties. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with State Sen. Wiener and bill co-author about how it would address the budget shortfalls and many Bay Area transit agencies are still facing after the pandemic.
State Senators Scott Wiener and Aisha Wahab say the "Connect Bay Area Act" could provide hundreds of millions of dollars to struggling local transit agencies. The senators say it would generate at least $750 million a year for transit operations and avoid service cuts. If the bill becomes law, a measure would be placed on the ballot in 2026 asking voters to authorize a new tax on sales, regional payroll or properties. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with State Sen. Wiener and bill co-author about how it would address the budget shortfalls and many Bay Area transit agencies are still facing after the pandemic.
Bay Area woman celebrates helping more than 1,000 seniors find assisted housing
A young woman who dedicated her life to helping older adults across the Bay Area is marking an important career milestone. Anita Varelas launched Neighborly Senior Placement two years ago in San Bruno and has helped more than 1,000 older adults find housing at various assisted care facilities across the Bay Area, free of charge. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge speak with Varelas about her years of experience with senior living facilities starting when she was just 15 years old.
A young woman who dedicated her life to helping older adults across the Bay Area is marking an important career milestone. Anita Varelas launched Neighborly Senior Placement two years ago in San Bruno and has helped more than 1,000 older adults find housing at various assisted care facilities across the Bay Area, free of charge. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge speak with Varelas about her years of experience with senior living facilities starting when she was just 15 years old.
New online test aims to analyze brain fog causes and potential solutions
Most people have experienced "brain fog" or difficulties with memory and concentration but it is especially common for women going through menopause. Research published in the World Journal of Psychiatry found nearly 63% of middle-aged women report struggling with symptoms. Midi Health, a Bay Area company focusing on menopause and women's health care is rolling out a new online test that can help people learn more about what's behind their brain fog. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Midi Health's Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kathleen Jordan about how it works and who can benefit from it.
Most people have experienced "brain fog" or difficulties with memory and concentration but it is especially common for women going through menopause. Research published in the World Journal of Psychiatry found nearly 63% of middle-aged women report struggling with symptoms. Midi Health, a Bay Area company focusing on menopause and women's health care is rolling out a new online test that can help people learn more about what's behind their brain fog. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Midi Health's Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kathleen Jordan about how it works and who can benefit from it.
AI innovation and the altering economic landscape
A number of the world's greatest scientists and engineers are gathering in San Jose for the Nvidia GTC Conference and AI is at the center of nearly every economic conversation. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes discuss the overall economic impact of AI and Nvidia's success in the field with Anastassia Fedyk, Assistant Professor of Finance at the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business.
A number of the world's greatest scientists and engineers are gathering in San Jose for the Nvidia GTC Conference and AI is at the center of nearly every economic conversation. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes discuss the overall economic impact of AI and Nvidia's success in the field with Anastassia Fedyk, Assistant Professor of Finance at the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business.
Hundreds of adoptable big dogs ready for forever homes
This weekend, Oakland Animal Services is hosting an Adopt-a-thon to help find as many dogs their forever homes as possible. The organization says it has taken in hundreds of dogs each month this year and many are also available to foster. To help reduce overcrowding, adoption hours are being extended and adoption fees are being waived all weekend. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Crystal Bailey are joined live in studio by Ann Dunn, Director of Oakland Animal Services as well as Chicken and Daisy; two adoptable foster dogs very ready to find their forever homes.
This weekend, Oakland Animal Services is hosting an Adopt-a-thon to help find as many dogs their forever homes as possible. The organization says it has taken in hundreds of dogs each month this year and many are also available to foster. To help reduce overcrowding, adoption hours are being extended and adoption fees are being waived all weekend. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Crystal Bailey are joined live in studio by Ann Dunn, Director of Oakland Animal Services as well as Chicken and Daisy; two adoptable foster dogs very ready to find their forever homes.
Measles exposure renews concerns over vaccine hesitancy
A number of recent measles outbreaks across the country are renewing concerns over the potentially deadly but preventable disease. The recent cases spikes come as more parents are delaying getting their children vaccinated. According to the CDC, the percentage of kindergartners fully immunized against the measles dropped from 95% in 2020 to 93% in 2023. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with Dr. Kai Kai Lam, Chief of Pediatrics at Kaiser Permanente about the increasing trend of vaccine-hesitant parents.
A number of recent measles outbreaks across the country are renewing concerns over the potentially deadly but preventable disease. The recent cases spikes come as more parents are delaying getting their children vaccinated. According to the CDC, the percentage of kindergartners fully immunized against the measles dropped from 95% in 2020 to 93% in 2023. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with Dr. Kai Kai Lam, Chief of Pediatrics at Kaiser Permanente about the increasing trend of vaccine-hesitant parents.
San Francisco gearing up for 173rd St. Patrick's Day parade
This year's annual St. Patrick's Day parade and celebration will take place on Saturday March 16th in downtown San Francisco starting at 11:30 am on 2nd and Market Streets. The parade ends at City Hall and is followed by a free music festival from 2:00-6:00 pm at Civic Center Plaza. The event is hosted by the United Irish Societies. For more on the fun and festivities, KTVU's Cristina Rendon speaks with the president of the organization, Liam Frost.
This year's annual St. Patrick's Day parade and celebration will take place on Saturday March 16th in downtown San Francisco starting at 11:30 am on 2nd and Market Streets. The parade ends at City Hall and is followed by a free music festival from 2:00-6:00 pm at Civic Center Plaza. The event is hosted by the United Irish Societies. For more on the fun and festivities, KTVU's Cristina Rendon speaks with the president of the organization, Liam Frost.
SpaceX Starship hits several milestones, is lost re-entering atmosphere
Today's third test flight of the SpaceX megarocket Starship achieved several key milestones but the spacecraft was lost as it re-entered the Earth's atmosphere. KTVU's Alex Savidge discusses today's launch and flight with Abhishek Tripathi, Director of Mission Operations at the UC Berkeley Space Sciences Lab.
Today's third test flight of the SpaceX megarocket Starship achieved several key milestones but the spacecraft was lost as it re-entered the Earth's atmosphere. KTVU's Alex Savidge discusses today's launch and flight with Abhishek Tripathi, Director of Mission Operations at the UC Berkeley Space Sciences Lab.
Empowered Voices: Women Leaders Shaping the Bay Area
Tonight a panel of women will be speaking at The Academy, an LGBTQ+ social club in San Francisco near the Castro about how they are making an impact in their fields of work. KTVU's Cristina Rendon is joined by one of tonight's panelists, San Francisco Pride Executive Director Suzanne Ford to discuss her experience as the first transgender woman to hold her office.
Tonight a panel of women will be speaking at The Academy, an LGBTQ+ social club in San Francisco near the Castro about how they are making an impact in their fields of work. KTVU's Cristina Rendon is joined by one of tonight's panelists, San Francisco Pride Executive Director Suzanne Ford to discuss her experience as the first transgender woman to hold her office.
New, modern transportation center coming to Hercules
The "Hercules Hub", a new transit center that has been in the works for decades, is now getting an important influx of federal funding. This week, President Biden signed a spending bill that allocates $850,000 for cars, buses, passenger trains and ferries at the planned center. KTVU's Alex Savidge discusses the latest developments in the project with current Hercules City Councilmember and former Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin.
The "Hercules Hub", a new transit center that has been in the works for decades, is now getting an important influx of federal funding. This week, President Biden signed a spending bill that allocates $850,000 for cars, buses, passenger trains and ferries at the planned center. KTVU's Alex Savidge discusses the latest developments in the project with current Hercules City Councilmember and former Mayor Alex Walker-Griffin.
Oakland Tech Bulldogs celebrate State Championship
For the first time in school history, the Oakland Tech Men's Basketball Team are the reigning state champs. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Claudine Wong are joined live in studio by the Bulldogs and Head Coach Karega Hart to celebrate their big win.
For the first time in school history, the Oakland Tech Men's Basketball Team are the reigning state champs. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Claudine Wong are joined live in studio by the Bulldogs and Head Coach Karega Hart to celebrate their big win.