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Deadly motorcycle crash at Bay Bridge toll plaza
Deadly motorcycle crash at Bay Bridge toll plaza. OAKLAND, Calif. - A motorcyclist was killed Thursday morning near the Bay Bridge toll plaza metering lights, according to the California Highway Patrol. The incident was reported about 5:45 p.m. Traffic getting to the bridge was backed up as investigators collected evidence at the scene. No more information was immediately available.
Grass fire disrupts traffic on Kirker Pass Road in Concord
Kirker Pass Road closed near Concord Pavilion because of grass fire. CONCORD, Calif. - A grass fire shut down the southbound portion of Kirker Pass Road Monday morning near the Concord Pavilion for roughly an hour. This is a major commute route for people trying to avoid Highway 4, which was backed up to Antioch for a while. The fire was reported about 5:45 a.m. and the road reopened just before 7 a.m. CHPofficers were seen picking up traffic cones to allow traffic to flow through again.
Grass fire disrupts traffic on Kirker Pass Road in Concord
CONCORD, Calif. - A grass fire shut down the southbound portion of Kirker Pass Road Monday morning near the Concord Pavilion for roughly an hour. This is a major commute route for people trying to avoid Highway 4, which was backed up to Antioch for a while. The fire was reported about 5:45 a.m. and the road reopened just before 7 a.m. CHPofficers were seen picking up traffic cones to allow traffic to flow through again.
Copacabana Supper Club debuts at newly reopened Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in Oakland
The Copacabana Supper Club, an Oakland-produced immersive theatrical event, is debuting at the newly renovated Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in downtown Oakland. From June 5 to June 22, guests can buy tickets to the club, which will include Afro-Brazilian music and food prepared by chefs including Michele McQueen of Town Fare, according to the art center's, CEO Terri Trotter. The Henry J.
Copacabana Supper Club debuts at newly reopened Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in Oakland
OAKLAND, Calif. - The Copacabana Supper Club, an Oakland-produced immersive theatrical event, is debuting at the newly renovated Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in downtown Oakland. From June 5 to June 22, guests can buy tickets to the club, which will include Afro-Brazilian music and food prepared by chefs including Michele McQueen of Town Fare, according to the art center's, CEO Terri Trotter. The Henry J.
Toll booths to be removed from Bay Area bridge
Work to remove the toll booths on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge will begin before the end of May. The bridge will transition to an open-road tolling system. Currently the toll plaza squeeze causes backups heading into Marin County during commute hours and on weekends. Posted April 17, 2025 5:43pm PDT
5 tips to ease Election Day anxiety Original
By Sal Castaneda and KTVU Staff Updated November 5, 2024 10:42am PST Coping with election anxiety A Kaiser psychologist gives tips on coping with election anxiety. OAKLAND, Calif. - The tension has been building for months as to who will become President of the United States and set the tone and agenda for the country. And on Tuesday, that tension was at an all-time high.
Dramatic San Francisco Ocean Beach rescue
By Frank Mallicoat and Sal Castaneda Published August 30, 2024 10:42am PDT San Francisco firefighters raced to Ocean Beach on Friday morning to save the life of a man who had difficulty in the water. Aug. 30, 2024 SAN FRANCISCO - San Francisco firefighters raced to Ocean Beach on Friday morning to rescue a man who had some type of difficulty in the water.
Fremont big rig crash: all lanes blocked on I-680
Southbound I:680 is blocked due to a big rig crash. KTVU's Sal Castenada shares the latest road traffic conditions.
Traffic jam: Truck carrying 40K pounds of strawberries overturns in San Jose
Talk about a traffic jam. A truck carrying a load of 40,000 pounds of strawberries overturned on northbound US Highway 101 at the Insterstate Highway 880 interchange early Wednesday morning. The California Highway Patrol was reported at 2:55 a.m. Traffic was jamming up on both highways. Clean-up efforts required a big rig tow truck to remove the strawberry truck and another truck of workers who were working to remove the strawberries.
Traffic jam: Truck carrying 40K pounds of strawberries overturns in San Jose
Strawberry spill blocks highway near San Jose Strawberry spill blocks highway near San Jose. SAN JOSE, Calif. - Talk about a traffic jam. A truck carrying a load of 40,000 pounds of strawberries overturned on northbound US Highway 101 at the Insterstate Highway 880 interchange early Wednesday morning. The California Highway Patrol was reported at 2:55 a.m. Traffic was jamming up on both highways. Drivers should look for alternate routes, including Interstate 280.
Truck carrying 40K pounds of strawberries overturns in San Jose Original
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Talk about a traffic jam. A truck carrying a load of 40,000 pounds of strawberries overturned on northbound US Highway 101 at the Insterstate Highway 880 interchange early Wednesday morning. The California Highway Patrol was reported at 2:55 a.m. Traffic was jamming up on both highways. Clean-up efforts required a big rig tow truck to remove the strawberry truck and another truck of workers who were working to remove the strawberries.
Deadly crash on Bay Bridge: 2 people die in Mini Cooper after car stalls
By Sal Castaneda and KTVU staff Published February 15, 2024 5:43AM Updated 5:44AM SAN FRANCISCO - Two people in a Mini Cooper died Thursday morning on the lower deck of the Bay Bridge after being struck by the driver of a Toyota Tacoma, fire officials said.
Bay Bridge crash claims 3 lives
SAN FRANCISCO - Three people in a red Mini Cooper died Thursday morning after being struck by the driver of a Toyota Tacoma on the lower deck of the Bay Bridge, officials said. The Mini Cooper had stopped, or possibly broken down, in the No. 4 lane on the bridge, when the driver of the Tacoma slammed into it about 4:15 a.m., San Francisco Fire Lt. Mariano Elias said. Firefighters extricated the people inside the Mini Cooper but the driver and the rear passenger died at the scene, Elias said.
Deadly crash on Bay Bridge: 2 people die in Mini Cooper after car stalls
Deadly crash on Bay Bridge: 2 people die in Mini Cooper after car stalls Fox local February 15, 2024 at 5:43 AM SAN FRANCISCO - Two people in a red Mini Cooper died Thursday morning on the lower deck of the Bay Bridge after being struck by the driver of a Toyota Tacoma, fire officials said.
Motorcyclist on Suzuki dies in Alameda Original
Motorcyclist on Suzuki dies in Alameda Fox local February 11, 2024 at 6:25 PM A motorcyclist died in Alameda on Feb. 11, 2024. Photo: Sal Castaneda ALAMEDA, Calif. - A motorcyclist riding a Suzuki died Sunday in Alameda. The city sent an alert out about 1 p.m. to avoid the area of 9th Street and Lincoln Avenue. KTVU captured video of the aftermath, which included a four-door gray car with deployed air bags in the middle of the intersection, and the crumpled Suzuki on the other side of the street.
Woman speaks out after surviving brutal stabbing by estranged husband
PACIFICA, Calif. - Nina Mongiovi says she shouldn't be alive right now. "He died protecting me and protecting my children," Mongiovi says about her boyfriend. On Dec. 21, her 29-year-old boyfriend, Ezra Pouch, was staying at her house on Naoimi Lane because of recent threats and violence by Mongiovi's estranged husband, Jason Gillenwater, a Colma firefighter.
Woman speaks out after surviving brutal stabbing by estranged husband
Pacifica woman stabbed 15 times by estranged husband speaking out A Pacifica woman stabbed more than a dozen times in an episode of domestic violence last month is now speaking out and has a warning for other women. PACIFICA, Calif. - Nina Mongovi says she shouldn't be alive right now. The 34-year-old woman says she's only here because of the help of a man who died protecting her at her Pacifica home. "He died protecting me and protecting my children," Mongovi says about her boyfriend. On Dec.
Menlo Atherton youth football team headed to championship game
By Sal Castaneda and KTVU staff Published November 27, 2023 10:53AM Updated 10:54AM Menlo Atherton Pop Warner team wants to go to championship game The Menlo Atherton Pop Warner team wants to go to championship game but it costs $44,000 to go to Florida. MENLO PARK, Calif. - The good news: The Menlo Atherton Vikings football team secured a win at the D2 Regional Championship game, which means the boys have a shot at winning the Pop Warner National Championships held in Orlando, Florida.
Amtrak train hits SUV in Oakland after driver evades crossing arm, gets dragged on tracks
By Sal Castaneda and KTVU staff Published November 8, 2023 7:44AM Updated 9:19AM Driver evades crossing arm, gets hit by train in Oakland An Amtrak train struck an SUV on Wednesday morning after at least two witnesses said they saw the driver go around the crossing arm, and got dragged onto the tracks. OAKLAND, Calif. - An Amtrak train struck an SUV on Wednesday morning after at least two witnesses said they saw the driver go around the crossing arm, and got dragged onto the tracks.
Oakland train hits SUV after driver evades crossing arm, gets dragged on tracks
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Oakland train hits SUV after driver evades crossing arm, gets dragged on tracks
By Sal Castaneda and KTVU staff Published November 8, 2023 7:44AM Updated 7:59AM Driver evades crossing arm, gets hit by train in Oakland An Amtrak train struck an SUV on Wednesday morning after at least two witnesses said they saw the driver go around the crossing arm, and got dragged onto the tracks. OAKLAND, Calif. - An Amtrak train struck an SUV on Wednesday morning after at least two witnesses said they saw the driver go around the crossing arm, and got dragged onto the tracks.
'I was the undersized, scrawny kid': Steph Curry's Underrated reveals what fueled his fire
"Stephen Curry: Underrated" follows the career of one of basketball's most transformational players. Released Friday, it's a film about Curry's rise from being an undersized college player to a four-time NBA champion. Curry spoke with KTVU Thursday about the film. "I've been in the bay for 15 years now," Curry said. "A big part of who I am as a basketball player and as a person was formed at Davidson." He said he's carried the underrated mindset throughout his whole career.
'I was the undersized, scrawny kid': Steph Curry's Underrated reveals what fueled his fire
Photo of Stephen Curry from his new movie Underrated, which was released Friday and is showing at 4 p.m. at Thrive Center. "Stephen Curry: Underrated" follows the career of one of basketball's most transformational players. Released Friday, it's a film about Curry's rise from being an undersized college player to a four-time NBA champion. Curry spoke with KTVU Thursday about the film.
'I was the undersized, scrawny kid': Steph Curry's 'Underrated' reveals what fueled his fire
"Stephen Curry: Underrated" follows the career of one of basketball's most transformational players. Released Friday, it's a film about Curry's rise from being an undersized college player to a four-time NBA champion. Curry spoke with KTVU Thursday about the film. "I've been in the bay for 15 years now," Curry said. "A big part of who I am as a basketball player and as a person was formed at Davidson." He said he's carried the underrated mindset throughout his whole career.
Building trust and legitimacy: Oakland's Interim Police Chief launches community tour to tackle crime
Darren Allison wants to bring down crime in Oakland. He’s been a sworn police officer with the city for nearly 30 years and as the interim police chief for the Oakland Police Department, Allison sees his role in spearheading the second annual community tour as a key component to building trust and relationships citywide.
Deadly crash on eastbound I-580 causes mileslong traffic
Deadly crash on eastbound I-580 causes massive traffic A single-vehicle accident on eastbound Interstate 580 turned deadly Thursday morning around 3:30 a.m. when three other vehicles also crashed killing one and injuring another near the Brentwood exit. A single-vehicle accident on eastbound Interstate 580 turned deadly Thursday morning around 3:30 a.m. when three other vehicles also crashed killing one and injuring another near the Brentwood exit.
Grandparents, grandson hospitalized after Alameda house fire
Two grandparents and their grandson were hospitalized early Monday morning following a house fire in Alameda. One of the relatives was taken to a burn unit and the other two suffered smoke inhalation, firefighters said. The fire broke out about 3:30 a.m. at a home on Buena Vista Avenue near Eighth Street. Firefighters said when they arrived at the home, they found one person who had run out to safety and they had to rescue two more people stuck inside, pulling them out through a side window.
Cement truck overturns in Sunnyvale, driver extricated
Overturned concrete mixer causing big backup in Sunnyvale Overturned concrete mixer causing big backup on NB 101 in Sunnyvale on Mathilda Ave. SUNNYVALE, Calif. - A cement truck overturned in Sunnyvale early Tuesday morning causing a major backup on northbound 101 in Sunnyvale. The accident was reported before 6 a.m. at Mathilda Avenue. Crews had to extricate the driver from the rig who was then taken to the hospital. At its peak, traffic was backed up almost to the San Jose airport.
BART recovering after computer failure
BART on Thursday reported a major delay system-wide because of a computer failure, causing major delays for about an hour along with residual holdups throughout the system. The breakdown was first reported about 5 a.m. and BART strongly suggested that commuters take an alternative form of transportation. That was an unusual statement from BART, as most often the agency says delays will last about 20 minutes or so.
Where to eat in Petaluma? Sal Castaneda has got you covered
If you’ve driven past Petaluma without stopping to eat, you may be missing a town with a lot to offer. The history of Petaluma is in farming and some of those farm to table practices are making a comeback in this town of 60-thousand. The town has always featured traditional diners, delis, and cafés with traditional stick-to-your ribs food. Christian Caiazzo and his wife, Katrina Fried, own Stellina Pronto, a popular café on Kentucky Street that has quickly become a local favorite.
Sal Castaneda's favorite San Francisco ballpark eats and beer
SAN FRANCISCO - People can talk all they want about pitches, runs and steals on Opening Day. But the real talk of the town is where to get the best grub. I love going to21st Amendment Brewery on 2nd Street in San Francisco, about two blocks away from Oracle Park, for the burgers and a great craft brew. The burgers are wonderful and the condiments amazing. In terms of what to drink: The brewery's most popular drink is the "Hell or High Watermelon" wheat beer.
80% of Bay Area drivers resuming normal routines despite pandemic
80% of Bay Area drivers resuming normal routines despite pandemic After a year of working from home, Bay Area freeways and city streets are beginning to fill up again with nearly 80% of drivers resuming their normal routines, according to transportation planners. Sal Castaneda reports OAKLAND, Calif. - After a year of working from home, Bay Area freeways and city streets are beginning to fill up again with nearly 80% of drivers resuming their normal routines, according to transportation planners.
What to expect at SFO during the coronavirus pandemic
By Sal Castaneda and KTVU Staff Published 9 hours ago San Francisco International Airport seems a lot different than it used to be. It’s quiet. On a normal day before COVID-19, the airport would serve 80,000 to 90,000 travelers. Now, it’s serving 8,000 to 9,000 a day. There are no crowds at the curb. No lines. Ticket counters are empty. But one business owner who has stayed open during the pandemic says he’s starting to see business come back.
Shooting on Bay Bridge prompts brief shutdown during morning commute
By Sal Castaneda , Chip Vaughan and Daniel Radovich Published 7 hours ago Updated 6 hours ago The CHP block traffic on the eastbound side of the Bay Bridge. Nov. 1, 2019 SAN FRANCISCO - Police activity on the Bay Bridge shut down the eastbound direction early Friday morning during the heart of the morning commute after officers saw gunshots flying and the bullets ended up striking a passing motorist, the California Highway Patrol said.
The backstory of the viral California wildfire wedding photo
By Sal Castaneda and Lisa Fernandez Published 2 mins ago Updated just in The backstory of the viral California wildfire wedding photo Sal Castaneda spoke with Castro Valley photographer Karna Roa about her viral wedding photo showing a couple wearing masks as the Kincade Fire raged 20 miles away. OAKLAND, Calif.
The backstory of the viral California wildfire wedding photo
By Sal Castaneda and Lisa Fernandez Published 5 hours ago Updated 2 hours ago The backstory of the viral California wildfire wedding photo Sal Castaneda spoke with Castro Valley photographer Karna Roa about her viral wedding photo showing a couple wearing masks as the Kincade Fire raged 20 miles away. OAKLAND, Calif.
Traffic slows after skateboarder arrested for cruising on Bay Bridge - Story
SAN FRANCISCO (KTVU) - A skateboarder was taken off the Bay Bridge Thursday morning for either cruising along or walking with the board, heading into San Francisco with the rest of the morning commute, according to a CHP dispatcher. The dispatcher said it wasn't clear if the skateboarder was actually riding the board or carrying it, but either way, pedestrians are not allowed on the bridge. The skateboarder was placed into handcuffs, but it's unclear if charges will be filed.
Bay Area workers priced out of housing market, opt for hours-long commutes
- Kristy Ross leaves her apartment in Tracy every day before dawn to get to her job at the Alameda County Office of Education in Hayward. The 25-year-old Bay Area native says she spends anywhere from three to four hours in her car commuting. She says if she leaves late her whole day could be thrown off. “If I leave at 6 then there's a good chance I'll be early and not stuck in traffic,” say Ross of her 40-mile commute.
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