Allie Rasmus

Oakland

.@KTVU News Reporter. Mom, wife, sis & #BayArea-born. @NorthwesternU, @NAHJ My job = part therapist, part anthropologist w/some writing & speaking in between.

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Bay Area Falcons set to host Ultimate Frisbee Playoffs in Oakland

2 weeks ago | ktvu.com | Allie Rasmus

The Bay Area Falcons, a women’s semi-professional ultimate Frisbee team, are gearing up to host the Western Ultimate League (WUL) championship weekend at Fremont High School in Oakland on June 7 and 8. Founded shortly after the pandemic, the Falcons have quickly become a force in the growing sport of ultimate Frisbee.
President Trump issues new travel ban, cites national security

3 weeks ago | ktvu.com | Allie Rasmus

President Trump on Wednesday signed a proclamation banning travel from 12 countries, and restricting the entry of nationals from seven others, citing national security concerns. The countries named in the ban are: Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, The Republic of Congo, Equitorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen. Seven other countries — Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan and Venezuela — have had partial restrictions placed upon them.
72 year old man in life-threatening condition after hit-and-run collision

4 weeks ago | ktvu.com | Allie Rasmus

A man is being treated in the intensive care unit after being struck by a car early Friday morning. A second person was injured but was not hospitalized. The driver left the scene of the crash, near the intersection of South Almaden Avenue and West Virginia Street, and parked in his nearby driveway. He was later arrested at his home by San Jose police.
72-year-old man killed in hit-and-run collision

4 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Allie Rasmus

The Brief72-year-old Richard Evans was killed after being struck by a car in the early morning hours on Friday. A friend said the collision sent Evans flying 20 feet. The driver left the scene and parked in his driveway, down the road from the collision. SAN JOSE, Calif. - A man was killed after being struck by a car early Friday morning. A second person was injured but was not hospitalized.
Immigrant advocates in California decry Trump tactics to detain asylum seekers

1 month ago | ktvu.com | Allie Rasmus

Immigrant groups and attorneys are decrying a new tactic by the Trump administration to detain people while waiting for an asylum hearing. Asylum seekers detained According to Faith in Action East Bay, ICE agents have conducted operations at immigration courts across the country, including in San Francisco, Concord and Sacramento. ICE arrested multiple people at the San Francisco and Concord immigration courts as recently as Tuesday, the group said.
Lawmakers weigh to end to EV tax credits in Trump’s budget bill

1 month ago | ktvu.com | Allie Rasmus

The House Rules Committee began meeting early Tuesday morning to discuss President Trump’s sweeping budget proposal, which includes a controversial provision: the elimination of several federal tax credits for electric vehicle owners. Among the credits on the chopping block is a $7,500 incentive for buyers of new EVs — the most widely used of the current programs. That credit was originally set to remain in place until 2032. Under the president’s proposal, it could end later this year.
Surf’s up in the East Bay? Alameda developer proposes surf park

1 month ago | ktvu.com | Allie Rasmus

Surfing is typically associated with coastal towns like Santa Cruz or Pacifica, but a new proposal could bring the sport to the East Bay. A developer in Alameda has unveiled plans to build a surf park on the island’s West End, near the USS Hornet. The proposal, led by the Neptune Beach Surf Club, includes a large wave pool designed to create surfable waves for all skill levels. The site is currently a vacant parking lot on West Hornet Avenue.
Surf’s up in the East Bay? Alameda developer proposes surf park

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Allie Rasmus

ALAMEDA, Calif. - Surfing is typically associated with coastal towns like Santa Cruz or Pacifica, but a new proposal could bring the sport to the East Bay. A developer in Alameda has unveiled plans to build a surf park on the island’s West End, near the USS Hornet. The proposal, led by the Neptune Beach Surf Club, includes a large wave pool designed to create surfable waves for all skill levels. The site is currently a vacant parking lot on West Hornet Avenue.
Bay Area cyclists celebrate ‘Bike to Wherever Day’ amid changing commute patterns

1 month ago | ktvu.com | Allie Rasmus

Thousands of cyclists across the Bay Area took part in "Bike to Wherever Day" Thursday, an annual event promoting bike commuting and cycling culture. Formerly known as "Bike to Work Day," the event was renamed to reflect shifts in commuting behavior since the COVID-19 pandemic, with more people working remotely or on flexible schedules. Despite the name change, the goal remains the same: encouraging residents to ditch their cars and travel by bicycle.
Bay Area cyclists celebrate ‘Bike to Wherever Day’ amid changing commute patterns

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Allie Rasmus

SAN FRANCISCO - Thousands of cyclists across the Bay Area took part in "Bike to Wherever Day" Thursday, an annual event promoting bike commuting and cycling culture. Formerly known as "Bike to Work Day," the event was renamed to reflect shifts in commuting behavior since the COVID-19 pandemic, with more people working remotely or on flexible schedules. Despite the name change, the goal remains the same: encouraging residents to ditch their cars and travel by bicycle.