Activism efficacy and the science of social movements
KTVU's Alex Savidge and Heather Holmes speak with Lisa Mueller, Political Science Professor from Macalester College about what it takes for protests and demonstrations to become successful social movements.
Warriors do-or-die play-in game against Kings could be Klay Thompson's final in Golden State uniform
The Golden State Warriors play-in tournament against the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night could mark Klay Thompson’s last game in a Warriors uniform.
Man arrested for allegedly impersonating police officer in Santa Clara County
A traffic stop led to the arrest of a man accused of impersonating a police officer, Santa Clara County sheriff’s investigators said on Sunday.
South Bay youth pastor arrested for alleged sexual assault of minor, police say
Police arrest a 47-year-old man, suspected of sexually assaulting a minor. Investigators said the suspect was a youth pastor and also volunteered at after-school programs.
Ben & Jerry's free cone day is today
Customers can a free cone all day Tuesday at a Ben & Jerry's location near them.
Sleeping dragon technique revealed: Bay Area protesters try to block arrests
The California Highway Patrol released video of how they worked to remove protesters from blocking highways and bridges on Monday – several of the protesters stuck their hands into pipes, secured by concrete in barrel drums to stymy officers from removing them.
FCI Dublin closing, women transferred to prisons across U.S.
The scandal-plagued Federal Correctional Institute at Dublin is closing just weeks after a judge ordered the all-women's prison to be placed under unprecedented oversight, KTVU has learned.
West Coast Wrap: Monday, April 15, 2024
Pro-Palestinian protests pop up in cities across the West Coast. How the heated debate over the war in Gaza has Southern California law enforcement maintaining a heightened presence in some areas. Also, a legal battle over homeless encampments in Oregon is going all the away to the Supreme Court. How the case could affect communities across the country.
Classical music composition class enriches Bay Area jail
A new classical music composition program has changed the lives of a number of inmates serving time at a Bay Area jail. They recently gathered to listen to performances of pieces they composed themselves, after completing their classes at the Sonoma County Main Adult Detention Facility. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with retired Correctional Lieutenant Liana Whisler and Program Manager Sergeant Jennifer Aicega about how the class came about and what it aims to accomplish.
Women's basketball: record ratings and attendance numbers in 2024
Women's basketball is more popular than ever, with record ratings and attendance numbers in 2024. Iowa sharpshooter Caitlin Clark has been instrumental in growing the sport's popularity, but she's far from the only major talent in the WNBA draft this year. KTVU's Heather Holmes and Alex Savidge speak with former WNBA player and current Oakland Tech Athletic Director Alexis Gray-Lawson about this boost we've seen in the league this year.
Exploring South Asian culture in the Bay Area and beyond
A new exhibit at San Jose State University's King Library highlights the historical and cultural contributions of South Asian communities in the Bay Area. "South Asians in Silicon Valley" features the stories of communities from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, focusing on food, religion, activism and the game of cricket. KTVU's Alex Savidge speaks with Mantra Roy, Collection Strategy Librarian and Curator of the exhibit about all it has to offer.
2 Bay Area eateries make list of 'most viral' restaurants in US
Two Bay Area restaurants made the top 10 in a new list of America’s "most viral" restaurants.
Oakland's First Fridays returns after hiatus
Oakland's First Fridays are back, but organizers say the monthly event needs financial support.
West Coast Wrap: April 12, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris is focusing on the abortion debate with a visit to the West. Tonight -- how she's trying to put the issue front and center to help President Biden's reelection bid. Plus -- former President Trump leaning into the debate; his latest comments. Plus, Seattle police officers share video showing of how a suspected car thief almost crashed into a family. See how they got him into custody and found him in the first place.
California salmon season canceled for 2nd year in a row
Governor Newsom is requesting a federal emergency, as California's salmon season has been canceled for the second year in a row. The Pacific Fishery Management Council made the request this week due to the continued low number of Chinook Salmon. The governor says the emergency request will help bring financial support to the affected fishing communities, while those in the local salmon fishing industry blame the state for what they call "irresponsible" water policies. KTVU's Alex Savidge and Jana Katsuyama speak with Scott Artis, Executive Director of the Golden State Salmon Association about the decision to close the season.
Black Maternal Health Week
KTVU's Jana Katsuyama speaks with Kaiser Permanente East Bay OBGYN Dr. Carla Wicks about some of the steps we can take to correct racial bias and disparity in women's healthcare.
West Coast Wrap: April 11, 2024
We'll continue our look back at the life of OJ Simpson. After his release from a Nevada prison following a robbery conviction, he used social media to connect with the public. We'll show you how those posts offer insight into the later years of life. And, a private security camera captures a terrifying confrontation with one homeowner. We'll show you what happened when he approached someone he believed was trying to steal from his car.
San Francisco closing designated site for Mission street vendors
Illegal street vending in San Francisco heavily contributed to the city losing businesses whose merchandise became targets for thieves to resell, mainly on Mission Street and other locations.
Legacies of The Great Migration opens this weekend in Berkeley
A powerful art exhibition will be on display at the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA) focused on one of the largest movements of people in our country's history starting this weekend. From the early 1900's through the 1970's, more than 6 million Black people moved from the South to other regions of the country in pursuit of better economic and educational opportunities. KTVU's Alex Savidge is joined in studio by BAMPFA Senior Curator Anthony Graham for more on "A Movement in Every Direction: Legacies of The Great Migration".
Stanford researchers make critical COVID-19 discovery
After 5 years with COVID-19, health experts say there is still much to learn about the virus that causes the disease. At the height of the pandemic, hospitals were overwhelmed with patients with severe cases of the respiratory virus including life-threatening complications. It was believed that a certain type of lung cell made some people more susceptible to severe infection but now that is no longer the case. KTVU's Heather Holmes speaks with Stanford scientists Catherine Blish and Mark Krasnow about their critical new research that found a different suspected source of vulnerability. Illustration by Emily Moskal.