West Coast Wrap: Sept. 21, 2023
The fentanyl crisis is reaching new heights in many West Coast communities. See what new efforts are underway to educate children and parents about the deadly drug. Also, an emotional day in Phoenix as a woman meets the man who received her late-husband's organs.
Voices for Change: Sept. 21, 2023
In this episode of Voices of Changes, we hear stories that are truly community-generated. Viewers have sent us story ideas of individuals and organizations who are working for a better tomorrow. They are working in the spaces of art, music and culture.
West Coast Wrap: Sept. 20, 2023
Scary moments in Long Beach when a homeless man scales a fence at an elementary school and is subdued by bystanders. What happened next has launched a death investigation. We'll also show you the unique tool Arizona officers used to stop a suspect's car during a high-speed pursuit.
Watch: Historic banyan tree, scorched during Maui wildfires, sprouts new leaves
The historic banyan tree, which was scorched during the wildfires in Lahaina in August, began to sprout new leaves this month.
West Coast Wrap: September 19, 2023
Drivers may have noticed an uptick in gas prices. Tonight on West Coast Wrap, experts say when we might expect some relief at the pump.
Several Bay Area health departments issue new mask mandates, amid rising COVID cases
Health officials in several Bay Area counties have issued new mask mandates as COVID-19 cases continued to rise and in preparation for the upcoming respiratory virus season.
California has the top two best public universities in the country, according to new rankings
Two California universities were ranked No. 1 for public colleges, in the latest edition of U.S. News and World Report's annual list.
West Coast Wrap: Monday, September 18, 2023
Dangerous levels of methamphetamine and fentanyl are found inside a truck stolen from a Washington State family. Also, a new hotel opens on the Las Vegas strip. See why a series of issues delayed the project for more than a decade.
Latina woman blazes path with East Bay winery
Rosie Fierro is the only Latina woman to own a winery in the Livermore Valley. The Castro Valley native talks to KTVU about her route to start her own winery in 2014.
Bay Area rents decline but have little impact on housing crisis
According to Apartmentlist.com, rents in the Bay Area having taken their biggest year-to-year dip over the last 27 months.
West Coast Wrap: Friday, Sept. 15, 2023
Fallout continues after a Seattle officer joked about a woman hit by a police car. Also a new warning from hackers about a recent attack at MGM resorts in Las Vegas. This is tonight's West Coast Wrap.
West Coast Wrap: September 14, 2023
Plans to bring Formula 1 racing to Las Vegas have hit a snarl. How event organizers are working to smooth out the experience for everyone. Also, the director of the West Coast chapter of the United Auto Workers ahead of a midnight deadline on contract talks.
West Coast Wrap: September 13, 2023
Monsoon weather leaves behind a path of destruction. We'll show you how victims are working to clean up. Also, new surveillance video surfaces of a Colorado congresswoman being kicked out of a theater.
Lyft is rolling out a new feature matching women, nonbinary drivers and riders
San Francisco-based ride-hailing company Lyft has announced it’s rolling out a new feature that helps women and nonbinary drivers to be matched with women and nonbinary riders, in a move aimed at improving safety and allowing those drivers to have more control.
West Coast Wrap: September 12, 2023
Labor disputes shutdown multiple West Coast schools and a looming strike could shutdown more. Why some teachers refuse to show up for work. Also, why what we hear from a Seattle police officer's body-worn camera is considered shocking.
American Eagle sues Westfield, accusing SF mall operator of neglect that permitted 'rampant criminal activity'
San Francisco's downtown mall is being sued by one of its tenants who alleges the landlord has been negligent in terms of crime and safety.
County supervisors approve purchase of two hotels for homeless in Millbrae, South San Francisco
San Mateo County supervisors voted 4 to 1 on Tuesday to approve the purchase of two hotels along the Peninsula to be converted into housing for the homeless.
Frontier Airlines giving away free Beyoncé tickets for Houston stop, sweepstakes
Frontier Airlines has launched a sweepstakes promotion with the chance to win tickets to Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour performance in Houston, roundtrip airfare, and more!
West Coast Wrap: September 11, 2023
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FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccine, CDC set to issue recommendations this week
There’s still another step: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must sign off. A CDC advisory panel is set to issue recommendations Tuesday on who most needs the updated shots.