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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Oldest Asian American service organization in the country celebrates 100 years in San Francisco
The country's oldest Chinese and Asian American women's service organization is preparing to celebrate its centennial in San Francisco.
The country's oldest Chinese and Asian American women's service organization is preparing to celebrate its centennial in San Francisco.
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.
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.
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.
City Supervisor Aaron Peskin tells KTVU he will file the necessary paperwork to run for Mayor of San Francisco this week.
Chinatown, Sunset District receive new grants to hold night markets and revitalize city
Two San Francisco neighborhoods are receiving grants from a nonprofit to hold night markets.
Two San Francisco neighborhoods are receiving grants from a nonprofit to hold night markets.
Delicious food in SF Chinatown: places to try in the Year of the Dragon
San Francisco's Chinatown is a treasure trove of great food from its vast restaurants and bakeries.
San Francisco's Chinatown is a treasure trove of great food from its vast restaurants and bakeries.
Chinese New Year Parade will feature reunited St. Mary's performers
The St. Mary's drill team will reunite with the resurrected Drum and Bell Corps at the Chinese New Year Parade.
The St. Mary's drill team will reunite with the resurrected Drum and Bell Corps at the Chinese New Year Parade.
Waymo autonomous vehicle vandalized, set on fire in San Francisco
A Waymo autonomous vehicle was set on fire Saturday night after it was vandalized by a group of people in Chinatown, San Francisco firefighters said.
A Waymo autonomous vehicle was set on fire Saturday night after it was vandalized by a group of people in Chinatown, San Francisco firefighters said.
San Francisco Chinatown Celebrates 'Year of the Dragon'
Saturday is Chinese New Year, but the celebrations were already underway in San Francisco on Friday as the sound of fireworks was almost nonstop.
Saturday is Chinese New Year, but the celebrations were already underway in San Francisco on Friday as the sound of fireworks was almost nonstop.
APEC celebrations highlight cultural traditions and the best of San Francisco
It was an eventful week in San Francisco.
It was an eventful week in San Francisco.
SF small business owners say APEC security has kept customers away
Before this week's summit, San Francisco said the influx of global leaders and CEO's would be good for local businesses. This may not be true for many who work near the APEC security zone and Chinatown. Business owners in the South of Market neighborhood and Chinatown say tight security measures such as road closures have kept customers away. The expected APEC boom has turned into a bust for Manny Ramirez, owner of Bocado located on Folsom Street near Moscone Center where the APEC Summit is being held.
Before this week's summit, San Francisco said the influx of global leaders and CEO's would be good for local businesses. This may not be true for many who work near the APEC security zone and Chinatown. Business owners in the South of Market neighborhood and Chinatown say tight security measures such as road closures have kept customers away. The expected APEC boom has turned into a bust for Manny Ramirez, owner of Bocado located on Folsom Street near Moscone Center where the APEC Summit is being held.
San Francisco Chinatown welcomes APEC with special events
San Francisco Chinatown rolled out the welcome mat ahead of the Asian-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit with a series of special events, including a night market Friday evening.
San Francisco Chinatown rolled out the welcome mat ahead of the Asian-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit with a series of special events, including a night market Friday evening.
SF Chinatown kicks off 33rd annual Moon Cake festival
San Francisco Chinatown launched its 33rd annual Autumn Moon Cake Festival Saturday afternoon in a celebration of traditional Chinese culture.
San Francisco Chinatown launched its 33rd annual Autumn Moon Cake Festival Saturday afternoon in a celebration of traditional Chinese culture.
Woman stabbed while working at San Francisco Chinatown bakery
A bakery worker was stabbed Monday morning in San Francisco's Chinatown, police said. A witness told KTVU a man dressed in white sweats entered AA Bakery & Cafe and stabbed the worker.
A bakery worker was stabbed Monday morning in San Francisco's Chinatown, police said. A witness told KTVU a man dressed in white sweats entered AA Bakery & Cafe and stabbed the worker.
'Amber Lee's Chinatown' Part 4: Far East & AA Bakery
As part of our celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, KTVU's Amber Lee shares with us her knowledge of San Francisco Chinatown and the food it offers. Amber tells us her experience was shaped by her parents and long history with that neighborhood. We take a look at two more locations that have to do with celebrations.
As part of our celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, KTVU's Amber Lee shares with us her knowledge of San Francisco Chinatown and the food it offers. Amber tells us her experience was shaped by her parents and long history with that neighborhood. We take a look at two more locations that have to do with celebrations.
'Amber Lee's Chinatown' Part 3: Fresh seafood and cured meats
Part of our weekly mini-series about the wonderful food that our own Amber Lee grew up with in San Francisco Chinatown. This week, Amber looks at two businesses: a restaurant that specializes in fresh seafood and unique dim sum. The other is a 167-year-old shop that makes Chinese sausage and bacon.
Part of our weekly mini-series about the wonderful food that our own Amber Lee grew up with in San Francisco Chinatown. This week, Amber looks at two businesses: a restaurant that specializes in fresh seafood and unique dim sum. The other is a 167-year-old shop that makes Chinese sausage and bacon.