San Francisco’s Chinatown hosts first in-person Pride celebration

San Francisco’s Chinatown marked a historic first on Saturday, hosting its first in-person Pride celebration, which included a large procession, traditional lion dancers, and a show of unity between the LGBTQ and Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities.

San Francisco Chinatown Night Market named no. 1 by USA Today

On Friday, San Francisco Chinatown kicked off a series of night markets that will last for at least the next five months.

San Francisco's Chinese New Year parade goes off with a bang

The celebrations for San Francisco's Chinese New Year parade to welcome the year of the snake started off with a bang. 

Lunar New Year Celebrations: 2 San Francisco Chinatown restaurants

The Bay Area's Chinese and Vietnamese communities are celebrating Lunar New Year. KTVU is highlighting two restaurants in San Francisco Chinatown that have been family-owned for generations.

San Francisco prepares to welcome a new mayor

San Francisco is set to swear in a new mayor on Wednesday. Civic Center Plaza is buzzing with activity, covering the ground with flooring and building a riser, as the city prepares to swear in Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie on Wednesday. 

Excitement, expectations as SF prepares to inaugurate Mayor-elect Lurie

Preparations are underway for the inauguration of San Francisco's Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie. There is excitement and expectations that Lurie will bring change. Festivities including a night market and a banquet with Asian leaders and community members will be held in Chinatown.

Legacy specialty shop to close after 46 years in San Francisco's Chinatown

Dragon Seed's owner, Henrietta Tam, said running the business isn't sustainable, especially at her age. She's hoping someone can buy the store, and help her carry on Dragon Seed's history and craft.

SF Chinese community celebrates cultural Mid-Autumn Festival holiday

The monthly night market in San Francisco became a gathering spot to highlight an important Chinese cultural holiday: the Mid-Autumn Festival. It kicks off a weekend of festivities centered around food. One highlight was the handmade moon cakes-a staple of this holiday.

San Francisco fashion designer Colleen Quen showcases heritage in her couture

Couture fashion designer Colleen Quen said participating in the Union Square in Bloom fashion show was an awakening. She showcased iconic gowns from her expansive career in San Francisco, and debuted a special gown that represents the city.

San Francisco Chinatown Boy Scout troop prepares for 110th anniversary

San Francisco's Troop 3, the first Chinese American Boy Scout troop in the United States, is about to celebrate its 110th anniversary.

Chinese Folk Dance Association's free classes link generations in Bay Area

For dancers with the Chinese Folk Dance Association (CDFA), every movement is about connecting to culture and heritage. The CDFA is one of the oldest organizations of its kind. It started in San Francisco's Chinatown 65 years ago and was created as a way for generations to connect.

Acupuncture supporters rally for Medi-Cal benefits in San Francisco

Patients who rely on acupuncture, and the medical experts who perform the procedure, held a rally in San Francisco's Chinatown to advocate for the medical practice. They're worried the governor's newest budget proposal will cut them off from the care they need.

Chinatown plans events for AAPI Heritage Month

San Francisco's Chinatown is unveiling a lineup of events to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Waymo vandalism in San Francisco Chinatown pinned on teen, charges forthcoming

Investigators with San Francisco Police Department identified a 14-year-old suspect in connection to the vandalism of a Waymo autonomous vehicle that was burned in February. 

Sup. Aaron Peskin says he's running for San Francisco mayor

City Supervisor Aaron Peskin tells KTVU he will file the necessary paperwork to run for Mayor of San Francisco this week.