Sacred piece of Ohlone land returning to indigenous trust
A landmark agreement has been reached between the City of Berkeley and Ohlone Tribal leaders over a historic, local piece of land. Berkeley city leaders announced a plan to return the Ohlone Shellmound Village Site in West Berkeley to an indigenous trust after the city council unanimously approved a settlement to purchase the 2 acre site from the developer Reugg & Ellsworth.
A landmark agreement has been reached between the City of Berkeley and Ohlone Tribal leaders over a historic, local piece of land. Berkeley city leaders announced a plan to return the Ohlone Shellmound Village Site in West Berkeley to an indigenous trust after the city council unanimously approved a settlement to purchase the 2 acre site from the developer Reugg & Ellsworth.
Cybersecurity expert weighs in on potential TikTok ban
KTVU's Claudine Wong and Alex Savidge discuss the pros and cons of the proposed bipartisan TikTok ban with Checkpoint's Global Chief Information Security Officer Pete Nicoletti.
KTVU's Claudine Wong and Alex Savidge discuss the pros and cons of the proposed bipartisan TikTok ban with Checkpoint's Global Chief Information Security Officer Pete Nicoletti.
Maintaining good sleep health and hygiene
KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Kaiser Permanente Sleep Specialist Dr. Steven Russo about the most effective ways to improve your sleep hygiene and discusses which habits could be getting in the way of your rest.
KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Kaiser Permanente Sleep Specialist Dr. Steven Russo about the most effective ways to improve your sleep hygiene and discusses which habits could be getting in the way of your rest.
Insurance carriers leaving California, no longer writing new policies
Due to climate change and wildfire risk, many insurance carriers are either leaving California or no longer offering to write new policies. State Farm insures 27% of the properties in California but last year it decided to stop writing new policies for both personal and business properties. The insurance giant reported a record $12 billion under-writing loss for 2022 and $13 billion in 2023, but overall insurance companies are still making money. KTVU's Frank Mallicoat speaks with Karl Susman, President of Susman Insurance Services in Southern California about how that works and what lies ahead for consumers.
Due to climate change and wildfire risk, many insurance carriers are either leaving California or no longer offering to write new policies. State Farm insures 27% of the properties in California but last year it decided to stop writing new policies for both personal and business properties. The insurance giant reported a record $12 billion under-writing loss for 2022 and $13 billion in 2023, but overall insurance companies are still making money. KTVU's Frank Mallicoat speaks with Karl Susman, President of Susman Insurance Services in Southern California about how that works and what lies ahead for consumers.
Annual March for Meals campaign kicks off in the Bay Area
Meals on Wheels is a national program that works to connect seniors living alone with the outside world by delivering meals and smiles to those most in need. This month, MOW kicks off its annual "March for Meals" campaign to raise awareness about the services it provides and ramp up fundraising efforts to keep them going. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Executive Director Charlie Deterline and Chief Operating Officer Cadre Mandy of SOS Meals on Wheels based in San Leandro about the exciting efforts underway this month in the East Bay.
Meals on Wheels is a national program that works to connect seniors living alone with the outside world by delivering meals and smiles to those most in need. This month, MOW kicks off its annual "March for Meals" campaign to raise awareness about the services it provides and ramp up fundraising efforts to keep them going. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Executive Director Charlie Deterline and Chief Operating Officer Cadre Mandy of SOS Meals on Wheels based in San Leandro about the exciting efforts underway this month in the East Bay.
Recognizing atypical eating disorders and patterns
According to the National Eating Disorders Association, more than 28 million people will have an eating disorder in their lifetime, but they can often be hard to recognize. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Dr. Jackie Shiels, Clinical Psychologist with Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek about what causes different types of eating disorders and the common misconceptions perpetuated about the conditions.
According to the National Eating Disorders Association, more than 28 million people will have an eating disorder in their lifetime, but they can often be hard to recognize. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Dr. Jackie Shiels, Clinical Psychologist with Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek about what causes different types of eating disorders and the common misconceptions perpetuated about the conditions.
Local festival explores merging the worlds of creativity and AI
The annual Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival kicks off March 7th in Silicon Valley this week with a focus on storytelling and technology. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with festival co-founder Halfdan Hussey about this year's theme, "Uplift" and how the rapidly changing AI industry fits into the world of film and television.
The annual Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival kicks off March 7th in Silicon Valley this week with a focus on storytelling and technology. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with festival co-founder Halfdan Hussey about this year's theme, "Uplift" and how the rapidly changing AI industry fits into the world of film and television.
Women's History Month: A major league soccer milestone
Coach Erin Ridley is the first woman to ever become head coach of a Major League Soccer Academy team. Ridley got into coaching with the San Jose Earthquakes' now-defunct Girls Academy before moving over to lead the Under-13 Boys team in 2020. She is now both the Under-15 Boys' head coach and assistant coach for the Under-17 team; both firsts in MLS history. KTVU's Heather Holmes is joined live in studio for a conversation with Ridley about the professional obstacles she faces that her male colleagues rarely share and the accomplishments she's most proud of.
Coach Erin Ridley is the first woman to ever become head coach of a Major League Soccer Academy team. Ridley got into coaching with the San Jose Earthquakes' now-defunct Girls Academy before moving over to lead the Under-13 Boys team in 2020. She is now both the Under-15 Boys' head coach and assistant coach for the Under-17 team; both firsts in MLS history. KTVU's Heather Holmes is joined live in studio for a conversation with Ridley about the professional obstacles she faces that her male colleagues rarely share and the accomplishments she's most proud of.
Public heeds travel warning, avoids highways ahead of blizzard
KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes speak with Jeremy Linder, CALTRANS spokesperson for Placer, Nevada and Sierra Counties as a massive winter storm moves through the Lake Tahoe area.
KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes speak with Jeremy Linder, CALTRANS spokesperson for Placer, Nevada and Sierra Counties as a massive winter storm moves through the Lake Tahoe area.
Women leaders from around the world gather in Santa Clara
Thousands of women from around the world gathered at the Santa Clara Convention Center this week for the fourth annual California Conference for Women. Attendees took part in a variety of career and personal development workshops focused on amplifying the voices women and building self-confidence. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with the California Conference for Women Board President Hillary Weingast about how the conference has evolved and how anyone who missed out this year can get involved in the future.
Thousands of women from around the world gathered at the Santa Clara Convention Center this week for the fourth annual California Conference for Women. Attendees took part in a variety of career and personal development workshops focused on amplifying the voices women and building self-confidence. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with the California Conference for Women Board President Hillary Weingast about how the conference has evolved and how anyone who missed out this year can get involved in the future.
Oakland's "Souley Vegan" announces reopening, new location
Local vegan chef Tamearra Dyson is writing the next chapter in her remarkable culinary career after a significant setback. This week, she held a pop-up event in the kitchen at the Berkeley Bowl West Supermarket, serving up Vegan Po'Boys and Cajun Fries among some of her other signature dishes. The two-day pop-up is part of an effort to relaunch her beloved Oakland restaurant Souley Vegan, which was forced to close late last year after the business struggled to bring in customers during the pandemic. Souley Vegan was one of the Bay Area's first vegan soul food restaurants in 2009 and now Chef Dyson is planning to reopen the restaurant in a new location. KTVU's Alex Savidge is joined live in studio by Chef Dyson for more on her big comeback.
Local vegan chef Tamearra Dyson is writing the next chapter in her remarkable culinary career after a significant setback. This week, she held a pop-up event in the kitchen at the Berkeley Bowl West Supermarket, serving up Vegan Po'Boys and Cajun Fries among some of her other signature dishes. The two-day pop-up is part of an effort to relaunch her beloved Oakland restaurant Souley Vegan, which was forced to close late last year after the business struggled to bring in customers during the pandemic. Souley Vegan was one of the Bay Area's first vegan soul food restaurants in 2009 and now Chef Dyson is planning to reopen the restaurant in a new location. KTVU's Alex Savidge is joined live in studio by Chef Dyson for more on her big comeback.
Travel hits record numbers, despite safety advisories
Spring break is around the corner and millions of Americans already have travel plans booked, but new travel advisories for popular travel destinations like Mexico and The Bahamas may have you think twice about your itinerary. KTVU's Cristina Rendon speaks with travel journalist Angel Castellanos about what you should know before you go and how to keep your trip on track while you're there.
Spring break is around the corner and millions of Americans already have travel plans booked, but new travel advisories for popular travel destinations like Mexico and The Bahamas may have you think twice about your itinerary. KTVU's Cristina Rendon speaks with travel journalist Angel Castellanos about what you should know before you go and how to keep your trip on track while you're there.
Skiers, snowboarders preparing for massive Sierra storm
The Sierra Snow Lab says the latest storm expected to hit the Lake Tahoe area this week could make its way into the top 10 snowiest days since 1970. According to the lab, the snowiest days on record is a tie between March 1982 and December 2021 with a total of 39 inches, but researchers with the lab say this blizzard could make for a new record. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Cristina Rendon speak with Kevin "Coop" Cooper, Communications Director for Cali-Pass Resorts about the threat the storm poses for skiers and snowboarders hoping to take advantage of the snow and how long some may have to wait to hit the slopes.
The Sierra Snow Lab says the latest storm expected to hit the Lake Tahoe area this week could make its way into the top 10 snowiest days since 1970. According to the lab, the snowiest days on record is a tie between March 1982 and December 2021 with a total of 39 inches, but researchers with the lab say this blizzard could make for a new record. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Cristina Rendon speak with Kevin "Coop" Cooper, Communications Director for Cali-Pass Resorts about the threat the storm poses for skiers and snowboarders hoping to take advantage of the snow and how long some may have to wait to hit the slopes.
End of an era; San Francisco Macy's store to close
The iconic flagship Macy's store in downtown San Francisco will close its doors after nearly 80 years of business. The location is one of the 150 Macy's stores the retailer says it plans to shut down over the next couple of years.
The iconic flagship Macy's store in downtown San Francisco will close its doors after nearly 80 years of business. The location is one of the 150 Macy's stores the retailer says it plans to shut down over the next couple of years.
Kaiser Permanente awards $9M grant to boost Oakland schools
Kaiser Permanente has announced a new partnership with Oakland Unified School District, awarding OUSD a $9 million grant to boost health services and academic support. The money will be spread out over the course of three years and is being given to help students and staff lead healthier lives. KTVU's Jana Katsuyama is joined in the studio by Oakland Schools Superintendent Kyla Johnson-Trammel and Yvette Radford with Kaiser Permanente for more details on how the money will be spent.
Kaiser Permanente has announced a new partnership with Oakland Unified School District, awarding OUSD a $9 million grant to boost health services and academic support. The money will be spread out over the course of three years and is being given to help students and staff lead healthier lives. KTVU's Jana Katsuyama is joined in the studio by Oakland Schools Superintendent Kyla Johnson-Trammel and Yvette Radford with Kaiser Permanente for more details on how the money will be spent.
How to manage financial stress, as national credit card debt reaches all-time high
Financial debt is mounting for Americans across the country. According to the federal reserve, the total credit card debt alone is higher than it has ever been before, reaching a staggering $1.3 trillion. New data from Bankrate found 36% of American households have more credit card debt than emergency savings, leading to higher rates of anxiety and stress. KTVU's Frank Mallicoat is joined by Christina Roman, Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian to break down a couple of debt management strategies for different financial situations.
Financial debt is mounting for Americans across the country. According to the federal reserve, the total credit card debt alone is higher than it has ever been before, reaching a staggering $1.3 trillion. New data from Bankrate found 36% of American households have more credit card debt than emergency savings, leading to higher rates of anxiety and stress. KTVU's Frank Mallicoat is joined by Christina Roman, Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian to break down a couple of debt management strategies for different financial situations.
Pres. Biden meets with family of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in San Francisco
President Biden sat down with the family of the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in San Francisco today, less than a week after Navalny was found dead in a Russian Arctic penal colony. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Frank Mallicoat speak with Stephen Zunes, Professor of Politics and International Studies at the University of San Francisco about the significance of this meeting and the new round of sanctions Pres. Biden is expected to announce against Russia.
President Biden sat down with the family of the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in San Francisco today, less than a week after Navalny was found dead in a Russian Arctic penal colony. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Frank Mallicoat speak with Stephen Zunes, Professor of Politics and International Studies at the University of San Francisco about the significance of this meeting and the new round of sanctions Pres. Biden is expected to announce against Russia.
Skiers and snow enthusiasts flock to the Sierra during World Pro Ski Tour
Kevin 'Coop' Cooper walks us through the run up to a big weekend for ski resorts in the Sierra.
Kevin 'Coop' Cooper walks us through the run up to a big weekend for ski resorts in the Sierra.
Bay area medical expert discusses importance of art in development for Black youth
Dr. Keedra McNeill, Pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente discusses the important role fine arts play in youth development
Dr. Keedra McNeill, Pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente discusses the important role fine arts play in youth development
Rekindling Romance: Bay area expert shares tips ahead of Valentine's Day
Kaiser Permanente Clinical Psychologist Jackie Shiels shares four key ways to strengthen your bond with your romantic partner.
Kaiser Permanente Clinical Psychologist Jackie Shiels shares four key ways to strengthen your bond with your romantic partner.