Bay Area-based 23andMe files for bankruptcy, raising concerns over genetic data
Privacy advocates and legal experts are urging former and current customers to take action to protect their personal information.
Deadly confrontation with CHP officer following car crash | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- we're getting a look at the tense moments leading up to a deadly shooting by a CHP officer in Monterey County. Authorities say the man who was killed was walking toward the officer with a knife. Coming up -- the car crash that led to this confrontation. Plus -- they may be our best friends, but it turns out we probably don't know what our dogs are thinking. Tonight -- researchers in Arizona reveal the results of a four-year study focused on the feelings of our four-legged friends.
Man convicted in 1982 killing of Vacaville girl
A jury convicted a man Thursday for the 1982 murder of a 14-year-old Vacaville high school student.
16-year-old arrested in killing of Oakland student during attempted robbery
A 16-year-old boy was arrested in the killing of an Oakland student during an attempted robbery.
Another act of vandalism targeting Tesla | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- relatives of the Menendez brothers blasted the Los Angeles County District Attorney for not supporting their bid for resentencing. More on the rally they held today -- and why they believe Lyle and Erik Menendez are being used as political pawns. Plus -- another act of vandalism targeting Tesla just two days after several cars were intentionally torched in Las Vegas. What authorities are revealing about this latest crime in Colorado.
Completely free happy hour being offered at a Sonoma County wine bar
A North Bay venue has launched a new and free way to taste wines from the region.
Pediatric doctor discusses ways to minimize kids' allergies this season
KTVU's Alex Savidge sits down with Dr. Keedra McNeill, Pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente for an in-depth look at the ways parents can minimize allergy symptoms for their kids this season.
This East Bay city ranked worst in the U.S. for first-time homebuyers
An East Bay city ranked the worst out of 150 U.S. cities for first-time homebuyers. High monthly mortgage payments and high crime rates landed it at the bottom. It was one of several Bay Area cities among the worst in the U.S.
FCI Dublin officer 'Dirty Dick' dressed as cowboy at prison, spanked women in cells: court testimony
Not only did FCI Dublin correctional officer Darrell Wayne "Dirty Dick" Smith spank women and tell them to flash their breasts in prison, he also dressed as a cowboy at work, testimony at court has revealed.
11-year-old boy stabbed to death in hotel | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- we're following a developing story in the Central Valley where four people were injured in a stabbing rampage. Police say the suspect randomly attacked the victims with a sickle while they waited at a bus stop. Coming up -- how officers tracked down the suspect. Plus--a mother in Southern California is accused of fatally stabbing her son to death in a hotel.
Homelessness & temporary housing top priorities in San Jose budget plan
There is still some opposition to his plan which includes arresting unhoused people who refuse shelter.
Targeted Tesla attack in Vegas | West Coast Wrap
Continued coverage on what authorities are calling a targeted attack on a Tesla facility in Las Vegas. A suspect used Molotov cocktails to torch several cars. Now federal authorities issue a warning after the fires.
Lake Berryessa's 'Glory Hole' returns for the first time in years, drawing visitors
A circular drain at Lake Berryessa in Napa County, known as the Morning Glory Spillway, has been active, drawing spectators seeking to get a glimpse of the rare funneling whirlpool.
3 Bay Area high school friends and college drop-outs launched a $2 billion AI recruiting startup
Three Bay Area high school classmates who dropped out of college are now behind what’s believed to be one of the fastest-growing startups in the tech world, and they’re only 21 years old.
Town Hall meeting on possible Medicaid cuts | West Coast Wrap
Emotions ran high at a town hall meeting in Arizona focused on potential cuts to Medicaid. The concerns raised by those attending the event and the warning issued by two lawmakers who were on hand.
Record $1.2 billion lottery ticket sold in Northern California, officials announce
Imagine winning a $1.2 billion jackpot, an amount that makes up the gross domestic product of some small countries.
1st day of sex crime trial for former FCI Dublin guard 'Dirty Dick' Smith
Darrell "Dirty Dick" Smith is accused asking women at FCI Dublin to flash him parts of their breasts, pinning them against the wall and bribing them with cellphones in exchange for sex.
Adoptable puppy charms everyone at KTVU
KTVU's Frank Mallicoat and Jana Katsuyama meet Minty, the puppy searching for her Forever Home with the help of Oakland Animal Services.
Travelers speak out after fire breaks out on American Airlines plane | West Coast Wrap
We'll get back to those scary moments for American Airlines passengers at Denver International Airport. Investigators are laying out some of the pilot's communication with air traffic control before a fire broke on their plane. We'll take you to Denver for the latest on this investigation. Plus, new developments in the investigation of actor Gene Hackman's death. Tonight, a request to keep details of the case sealed starts working its way through the court system.
American Airlines plane catches fire at Denver airport | West Coast Wrap
Tonight -- severe weather slamming Southern California with heavy rainfall leading to dangerous flooding. We'll show you how crews rescued a man whose SUV was swept away by rushing waters in a creek. Plus -- for the second time in a week, a Tesla dealership in Oregon was targeted by gunfire. What authorities are saying about a possible motive as Tesla faces a growing backlash over Elon Musk's role in the Trump Administration. Lastly, an American Airlines jet catches fire while taxiing at Denver International Airport following a diversion.