Zip Trips: Alameda trivia
Frank Mallicoat asks Alamedans trivia about their city.
Zip Trips: Donuts of Alameda
Check out Cafe Jolies, representing the donuts of Alameda
Child dies hiking in Arizona heat | West Coast Wrap
This week's extreme heat has claimed at least one life. Coming up on West Coast Wrap, we'll take you to Arizona where an entire community is mourning the loss of a boy who collapsed on a hot hiking trail. And, we're learning more tonight about plans to turn Las Vegas into a hub for space tourism. We'll hear from Spaceport's developer. He says he wants to transform the way people think about Las Vegas getaways.
California lawmaker addresses sexual abuse, retaliation in prisons
A California lawmaker is pushing to address sexual abuse in prisons after dozens of women have suffered at the hands of correctional officers in both state prison and the federal facility, FCI Dublin – and then also suffered retaliation for reporting it.
Dublin-based Patelco Credit Union hit with ransomware attack
Patelco says it has shut down its system, as it works with a cybersecurity team to recover access to its data.
Church leaders prepare for active shooters | West Coast Wrap
Church leaders run through training they hope they never need to put into practice. We show you how they're being taught to handle active shooters.
Now that FCI Dublin is closed, what are 200 correctional officers doing?
Now that the all-women's Federal Correctional Institute at Dublin has been closed for two months and the 605 women transferred to other prisons around the country, what are the employees and correctional officers doing?
Presidential debate aftermath | West Coast Wrap
Vice President Kamala Harris is in the middle of a campaign blitz across the West. She's trying to convince voters President Biden deserves another four years despite his admitted fumbling on the debate stage.
South SF's youngest and first LGBTQ mayor talks Pride, city leadership
As we continue to celebrate Pride Month at KTVU, we're putting the spotlight on a young, local politician who is breaking down barriers in his community. 25-year-old James Coleman is the Mayor of South San Francisco and he is one of the youngest, openly LGBTQ mayors in the country. In 2020 during the height of the pandemic, the South City native was elected to a seat on the city council. The city has a mayoral rotation cycle and last year Coleman was sworn in as mayor, becoming the youngest and first openly LGBTQ mayor of South San Francisco. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge are joined by Mayor Coleman for more on his big plans for the future and for his city.
Rep. Ro Khanna weighs in on expectations ahead of presidential debate
Silicon Valley congressman Rep. Ro Khanna joins KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes live on the eve of the first presidential debate between President Biden and former president Donald Trump to discuss expectations, hopes and potential concerns.
The End of Roe v. Wade: Two years later
On the 2-year anniversary of the ruling that ended federal abortion rights and the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, protestors organized by the Women's March gathered outside the high court. A group of about 40 people demanded lawmakers take steps to preserve reproductive healthcare, decrying the Dobbs decision. The ruling left states to decide whether to restrict the procedure or not, leaving a patchwork across the nation. According to the Center for Reproductive Rights, more than two dozen have near total bans or restrict the procedure earlier than Roe v. Wade did. For more on the state of abortion in America, KTVU's Greg Lee is joined by Michele Goodwin, professor of constitutional law and global health policy at Georgetown University.
Massive wildfire in Oregon | West Coast Wrap
Firefighters are rushing to slow the spread of a massive wildfire in Oregon. We take a look at the challenges they are facing and hear about the resources from out of town headed their way. Also, we look at Hawaii's devastating wildfires in Maui one year later.
CHP officer saves kitten off freeway and returns to adopt her
A California Highway Patrol officer who helped rescue a tiny, frightened kitten off a freeway has now adopted that cat as a part of his family.
Major illegal fireworks bust in Southern California | West Coast Wrap
As the 4th of July holiday approaches, we are getting word of a major illegal fireworks bust in Southern California. Investigators say they had a street value of up to $10 million.
Vegas mass shooting rocks community | West Coast Wrap
A mass shooting rocks the Las Vegas community. We learn what investigators are revealing about the gunman's rampage that left five victims dead and another critically wounded.
Lady Camden to debut new show "Lady Land" at Palace of Fine Arts
This Thursday night, the fabulous Lady Camden (RuPaul's Drag Race season 14 runner-up) is set to debut her brand new show "Lady Land" at San Francisco's Palace of Fine Arts. KTVU's Crystal Bailey is joined live in-studio by the queen herself for details on the show, special guest appearances and how she's planning on celebrating Pride this weekend.
"The Dolls SF" launches must-see summer pop-up show
You may recognize some of these ladies from the San Francisco LGBT institution AsiaSF, which closed its doors earlier this year after more than two decades in business. Now, those girls are back on stage and inviting you to a special new pop-up event series in the city, complete with a dinner and a show at the Dolls SF. For more on the new show, KTVU's Alex Savidge is joined live in studio by performers Karmina Duncan, Violet Ri, Leilani Gaufio and Kimberly Ilejay.
Popular Tahoe beach destination facing overcrowding will soon require reservation
One of Tahoe’s most popular destinations for tourists, known for its pristine, sandy beaches and access to crystal clear waters, will soon be requiring reservations due to massive overcrowding and traffic congestion.
New airline offering dogs first class service, to fly out of Bay Area
Starting in the fall, a new service is launching in the Bay Area that promises dog owners a way to travel together conveniently and comfortably with their fur baby, making the four-legged air passenger the priority customer.
America's top restaurants for customer satisfaction
Inflation has made dining out more of a luxury these days, but despite higher prices, Americans' satisfaction with their restaurant experiences has actually risen a bit over the past year – and the people have spoken when it comes to the places they love most.