Roving A's hot-dog vendor working on PhD, is also vegetarian
Hot dogs at the ballpark ? a tradition almost as old as baseball itself. Hal Gordon ? or Hal the hot dog guy, as the fans know him ? is a true throwback, from his outfit to his accessories. KTVU's Scott Reiss reports Hal has moved from city to city and is working on his PhD at Berkeley.
Hot dogs at the ballpark ? a tradition almost as old as baseball itself. Hal Gordon ? or Hal the hot dog guy, as the fans know him ? is a true throwback, from his outfit to his accessories. KTVU's Scott Reiss reports Hal has moved from city to city and is working on his PhD at Berkeley.
Oakland's Willow Park, once a playground for children, now overrun by drug deals, unsanitary conditions
At one time Willow Park in West Oakland was filled with children. But these days, the swings sit still and the play structure is long gone. KTVU's Rob Roth reports adults outnumber the kids these days and children fear the park because of open drug dealing and unsanitary conditions.
At one time Willow Park in West Oakland was filled with children. But these days, the swings sit still and the play structure is long gone. KTVU's Rob Roth reports adults outnumber the kids these days and children fear the park because of open drug dealing and unsanitary conditions.
KTVU's Rosemary Orozco live at A's Root Beer Float Day 2019
KTVU's Rosemary Orozco live at A's Root Beer Float Day 2019
KTVU's Rosemary Orozco live at A's Root Beer Float Day 2019
Oakland chef wins on Food Network?s ?Chopped?
A local chef was just crowned the latest champion of the Food Network's popular show, 'Chopped.' KTVU's Jana Katsuyama reports Chef Rashad Armstead was the owner of popular barbecue popup, Crave BBQ and opened a restaurant called Grammies Down Home Cooking. He never dreamed of this latest opportunity, which led to victory.
A local chef was just crowned the latest champion of the Food Network's popular show, 'Chopped.' KTVU's Jana Katsuyama reports Chef Rashad Armstead was the owner of popular barbecue popup, Crave BBQ and opened a restaurant called Grammies Down Home Cooking. He never dreamed of this latest opportunity, which led to victory.
City officials admit they can?t keep pace with Oakland?s exploding homeless population
Oakland's homeless population has gone up 47 percent in the last two years. KTVU's Amber Lee reports from three different homeless encampments, including one at Mosswood Park. The mayor says she's not surprised by the numbers and that the city has added beds and is expanding existing programs.
Oakland's homeless population has gone up 47 percent in the last two years. KTVU's Amber Lee reports from three different homeless encampments, including one at Mosswood Park. The mayor says she's not surprised by the numbers and that the city has added beds and is expanding existing programs.
Homeless encampment removed from area near Oakland Home Depot store
A Home Depot store in Oakland was reportedly losing millions of dollars in theft and now a homeless encampment near that store has been removed by the city at the store's request. KTVU's Alyana Gomez reports the retailer has no plans to leave, which is why they worked with the city so closely to get the camp cleared.
A Home Depot store in Oakland was reportedly losing millions of dollars in theft and now a homeless encampment near that store has been removed by the city at the store's request. KTVU's Alyana Gomez reports the retailer has no plans to leave, which is why they worked with the city so closely to get the camp cleared.
Freeway shooting shuts down northbound lanes of I-880 in Oakland
All lanes of northbound I-880 south of 98th Avenue in Oakland were shutdown for about two hours after a driver opened fire on a passenger of another vehicle during the Monday evening commute, California Highway Patrol-Golden Gate Division reported. KTVU's Jana Katsuyama reports from the scene.
All lanes of northbound I-880 south of 98th Avenue in Oakland were shutdown for about two hours after a driver opened fire on a passenger of another vehicle during the Monday evening commute, California Highway Patrol-Golden Gate Division reported. KTVU's Jana Katsuyama reports from the scene.
Oakland?s 3 O?Clock Rock music education program heading to Memphis
An East Bay man has turned his love for rock 'n' roll into an after-school program and summer camp. KTVU's Amber Lee reports on Oakland's 3 O'Clock Rock, sees them in action ahead of their big field trip to Memphis where they will perform gigs.
An East Bay man has turned his love for rock 'n' roll into an after-school program and summer camp. KTVU's Amber Lee reports on Oakland's 3 O'Clock Rock, sees them in action ahead of their big field trip to Memphis where they will perform gigs.
Oakland to get 9th marijuana dispensary since state legalized recreational sales
Oakland is getting its 9th marijuana dispensary since sales of recreational cannabis became legal in California back in January 2018. Have a Heart Oakland co-owner Joshua Case says he doesn't think it's ironic at all that they'll be neighbors with OPD headquarters since they went through the proper legal channels to set up shop.
Oakland is getting its 9th marijuana dispensary since sales of recreational cannabis became legal in California back in January 2018. Have a Heart Oakland co-owner Joshua Case says he doesn't think it's ironic at all that they'll be neighbors with OPD headquarters since they went through the proper legal channels to set up shop.
Large pothole, emergency road repairs on southbound I-880 in Oakland
A large pothole is undergoing emergency repairs on southbound I-880 in Oakland south of I-980. KTVU's Henry Lee reports CHP says some motorists may have sustained damage to their vehicles if they drove over the gaping hole before law enforcement arrived at the scene.
A large pothole is undergoing emergency repairs on southbound I-880 in Oakland south of I-980. KTVU's Henry Lee reports CHP says some motorists may have sustained damage to their vehicles if they drove over the gaping hole before law enforcement arrived at the scene.
Oakland City Council votes to ban city use of facial recognition technology
The city of Oakland on Tuesday banned the use of facial recognition technology by city employees, including the Oakland Police Department.
The city of Oakland on Tuesday banned the use of facial recognition technology by city employees, including the Oakland Police Department.
Alameda County leaders combating illegal dumping
It's no secret that the city of Oakland has an illegal dumping issue.Driving down some streets you can see piles of trash and other items illegally left behind. KTVU's Paul Chambers reports Alameda County leaders are coming together to combat the mess.
It's no secret that the city of Oakland has an illegal dumping issue.Driving down some streets you can see piles of trash and other items illegally left behind. KTVU's Paul Chambers reports Alameda County leaders are coming together to combat the mess.
Oakland city official wants to close part of 37th Avenue, clear Home Depot homeless encampment
Oakland city councilman Noel Gallo wants to shut down part of 37th Avenue behind the High Street Home Depot for 18 months because of a growing homeless encampment. KTVU's Amber Lee reports he blames the encampment for crime, theft and violence in the surrounding neighborhood.
Oakland city councilman Noel Gallo wants to shut down part of 37th Avenue behind the High Street Home Depot for 18 months because of a growing homeless encampment. KTVU's Amber Lee reports he blames the encampment for crime, theft and violence in the surrounding neighborhood.
?Acts of terrorism?: Oakland Mayor Schaaf criticizes Trump?s immigration policies
?I do not apologize for saying that this president uses terror as a weapon to scare people.? Those are the words of Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf, who has doubled down on her criticism of President Trump's immigration policies. She was on KTVU's Mornings on 2 Monday but faced backlash for how she characterized the president's actions.
?I do not apologize for saying that this president uses terror as a weapon to scare people.? Those are the words of Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf, who has doubled down on her criticism of President Trump's immigration policies. She was on KTVU's Mornings on 2 Monday but faced backlash for how she characterized the president's actions.
?Midnight Basketball? summer program returns to Oakland
A midnight basketball summer program in Oakland has more than 100 people signed up. KTVU's Debora Villalon reports they are ready to hit the courts for safe, positive activity on Friday nights.
A midnight basketball summer program in Oakland has more than 100 people signed up. KTVU's Debora Villalon reports they are ready to hit the courts for safe, positive activity on Friday nights.
Newly released internal probe shows Oakland officers? interactions with teenager used for sex
A 252-page Oakland Police Department internal affairs report into the sex scandal that rocked the agency in 2016 was released Wednesday under California?s new police transparency law. KTVU's Brooks Jarosz reports.
A 252-page Oakland Police Department internal affairs report into the sex scandal that rocked the agency in 2016 was released Wednesday under California?s new police transparency law. KTVU's Brooks Jarosz reports.
Grand Jury report finds Oakland Unified School District is failing its students
A scathing grand jury report gives Oakland public schools a failing grade, saying the district has wasted millions of dollars and left its students under-served. Other trouble spots from the report include nepotism and systemic mismanagement. KTVU's Maureen Naylor reports one of the grand jury members says the district's problems are pervasive.
A scathing grand jury report gives Oakland public schools a failing grade, saying the district has wasted millions of dollars and left its students under-served. Other trouble spots from the report include nepotism and systemic mismanagement. KTVU's Maureen Naylor reports one of the grand jury members says the district's problems are pervasive.
Major delays, Fleet of the Future BART train stuck on the tracks
Major BART delays were reported on Monday after a new Fleet of the Future train got stuck on the tracks in Oakland, officials said. Rob Roth reports.
Major BART delays were reported on Monday after a new Fleet of the Future train got stuck on the tracks in Oakland, officials said. Rob Roth reports.
Mistah F.A.B. recalls going to Warriors games as a kid as the champs prepare to say goodbye to Oakland
For 47 seasons, the Golden State Warriors have called Oracle Arena home. It all comes to an end Thursday at Game 6 of the NBA Finals as they aim for a win over Toronto in what will be their last home game before moving to San Francisco next season. KTVU's Amber Lee reports.
For 47 seasons, the Golden State Warriors have called Oracle Arena home. It all comes to an end Thursday at Game 6 of the NBA Finals as they aim for a win over Toronto in what will be their last home game before moving to San Francisco next season. KTVU's Amber Lee reports.
Budget battle brews at Oakland City Hall
Protesters gathered outside Oakland City Hall Monday, while a budget battle brewed inside the building. The city council is considering two competing budget proposals--one from Mayor Libby Schaaf and the other from board President Rebecca Kaplan.
Protesters gathered outside Oakland City Hall Monday, while a budget battle brewed inside the building. The city council is considering two competing budget proposals--one from Mayor Libby Schaaf and the other from board President Rebecca Kaplan.