Family of slain teacher vows to carry on her legacy after Oakland nightclub shooting

Family members of a schoolteacher killed in a shooting at a downtown Oakland nightclub spoke publicly for the first time Tuesday, saying they want to honor her memory by continuing her work of empowering students.

Oakland's interim police chief eyes permanent role leading department

Oakland's interim police chief sat down with KTVU to talk about the city's lowering crime rate, staffing challenges and his bid to serve permanently as police chief.

ICE, airports, and your legal rights
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While ICE has authority under federal law to make immigration arrests, that authority is not unlimited and must still comply with constitutional safeguards. Luis Cortes Romero, immigration attorney at Novo Legal Group, gives insight.

Power of bilingual: Oakland students share why French
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From building confidence to connecting with cultures around the world, at Francophone Charter School of Oakland, learning a second language is more than academics—it’s a pathway to opportunity. Claudia Lee, Francophone Executive Director, and students, Angeline and Noelle Dennett, share their story.

Oakland apartment fire that displaced 200 residents still unresolved

Tenants at at an Oakland apartment complex that burned in January are asking for relocation payments from their landlord. They say they are owed the money because there were code violations. The landlord says otherwise.

Viral moment: Oakland marathoner loses lunch in KTVU live shot

A brief, but memorable, live moment during KTVU's coverage of the Oakland marathon coverage has caught the attention of viewers online.

Oakland couple reunites with dispatcher who helped deliver baby during 911 call

An Oakland couple reunited Friday with their hidden hero — the dispatcher who helped guide them through the birth of their son during an unexpected home delivery.

Woman accused of Oakland fire station burglary found wearing fire gear

A convicted thief has been charged with burglarizing an Oakland fire station, where authorities say she was found wearing stolen fire gear.

Travelers face challenges heading into spring break: lines and high prices

U.S. travelers are facing a pair of challenges heading into the spring break and summer travel seasons: long security lines at major airports driven by a partial government shutdown, and higher airfare prices tied to rising jet fuel costs.

Grocery Outlet to open stores in these Bay Area cities, amid plans to close 36 other locations

Bay Area-based Grocery Outlet this month announced the closure of 36 underperforming stores in California and around the country. KTVU has plans are underway for the bargain retailer to open at least two new stores in the Bay Area.

Oakland pride: Alysa Liu dances, Kehlani connects
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Turf Inc lit up Alysa Liu's Oakland Olympic celebration with electrifying moves, even Alysa couldn’t resist, jumping in and dancing alongside Roux Stunna and Aria Briosos. In a full-circle Bay Area moment, young dancer Aria meeting Oakland’s own Kehlani.

Oakland salon helped style Alysa Liu's iconic hair for Olympic win

Hairstylists at Pony Studios are getting an influx of requests these days for hair just like Olympian Alysa Liu’s after she got her halos retouched there in January.

Video released in Oakland police ghost chase that led to death of bystander

A compilation video showing a tragic scene along International Boulevard is now public nearly four years after two former Oakland police officers initiated an unauthorized "ghost chase" of a teenage sideshow driver, which led to the death of an innocent bystander eating tacos with his mother. 

Bay Bridge light show to return with dazzling upgraded display

The Bay Lights will relight the Bay Bridge this week with a larger, more advanced installation designed to last for years to come.

Oakland police release footage of ex-Raider Doug Martin’s arrest before his death

Oakland police on Monday released body camera and surveillance video showing officers taking former Raiders running back Doug Martin into custody shortly before he died at a hospital.

Oakland speed cameras issuing tickets: grace period over

Drivers in Oakland – as of Monday – are now subject to fines after the city's automated speed camera program began issuing tickets following a 60-day warning period.

Overturned rig carrying dishwashers, 2 cars on I-880 blocks traffic in Oakland

A jackknifed semi-truck carrying dish washers and two cars were involved in an accident Monday on Interstate 880 in Oakland that tied up traffic in the early morning hours.