Andre Torrez

San Francisco

Digital Producer at KTVU-TV (Oakland, CA)

Articles

Berkeley evacuation after CHP pursuit, live grenade thrown from fleeing vehicle

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Andre Torrez

The BriefAn area of Berkeley had to be evacuated when a live grenade was thrown from a car fleeing from CHP during a pursuit. Officials say the car fleeing CHP was suspected to be stolen. A suspect is in custody. CHP pursued the car from Oakland to Berkeley. A bomb squad from UC Berkeley P.D. handled the grenade. BERKELEY, Calif. - Law enforcement officials say a suspect is in custody after California Highway Patrol pursued a vehicle from Oakland into Berkeley on Friday.
Kamala Harris in San Francisco, makes 1st major speech since losing election

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Andre Torrez

The BriefHarris warned the Trump administration is on course for a constitutional crisis. She criticized the first 100 days of the Trump administration, slamming his "reckless tariffs" and "man-made economic crisis". Harris gave no indication as to her next political move. SAN FRANCISCO - Former Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at an event in San Francisco on Wednesday night in what was her biggest speech since losing the 2024 election to President Donald Trump.
Man charged with assault in San Francisco Castro Easter Sunday attack

3 weeks ago | ktvu.com | Andre Torrez

Raw Video: Unprovoked Castro assault The San Francisco District Attorneys Office announced assault charges against a man suspected of an unprovoked attack on another man in the Castro on Easter Sunday. A witness shared video of the Castro live stream that captures the incident. SAN FRANCISCO - A man suspected of an unprovoked attack in San Francisco's Castro this past Easter Sunday has been charged with assault, the city's district attorney's office says.
San Francisco food truck opening pop-up shop thanks to downtown revitalization

3 weeks ago | ktvu.com | Andre Torrez

Al Pastor Papi visits KTVU Award winning Al Pastor Papi truck recently topped the list of "Top Bay Area Burrito" by the San Francisco Chronicle. So we invited the food truck over to KTVU to taste the winning burrito ourselves. Claudine Wong talks with chef and owner Miguel Escobedo about his famed and beloved burrito and queso tacos.
San Francisco food truck opening pop-up shop thanks to downtown revitalization

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Andre Torrez

The BriefA program that seeks to revitalize downtown San Francisco by activating vacant spaces is expanding this summer. One of the recipients is a popular taco truck that will get a pop-up in the Union Square area. Al Pastor Papi was once received honors for ‘Top Bay Area Burrito’. They offer Mexico City-style tacos and flavor.
'I believe in academic freedom': Warriors Coach Kerr makes political statement with Harvard t-shirt

4 weeks ago | ktvu.com | Bailey O'Carroll |Andre Torrez

On Tuesday night, the Golden State Warriors won their play-in game defeating the Grizzlies, which means they'll be returning to the playoffs. In the post-game conference, KTVU noticed Coach Steve Kerr making a political statement with his choice of wardrobe. What they're saying: At the Chase Center, KTVU sports reporter Bailey O'Carroll asked Kerr about his sartorial statement – a Harvard basketball t-shirt. She wondered if his shirt had anything to do with what is going on politically.
SFPD say new technology is paying off, but does more surveillance equal less crime?

1 month ago | ktvu.com | Christien Kafton |Andre Torrez

San Francisco police gave KTVU a behind-the-scenes peek at the new high-tech center officers are using to crack down on crime. Officers say it's already making a major difference, but privacy advocates have concerns. Center is up and running What we know: According to the police, the Real-Time Investigation Center is up and running, using 21st century technology. San Francisco police say drone footage is helping to track down criminals.
She's Coming Out! Diana Ross to headline SF's Stern Grove

1 month ago | ktvu.com | Andre Torrez

Stern Grove Festival announces full lineup Organizers of the Stern Grove Festival on Tuesday announced the full event lineup. Diana Ross will headline the Big Picnic Weekend. Orville Peck, Sleater Kinney and the Pointer Sisters are also scheduled to perform this San Francisco summer series. SAN FRANCISCO - A Motown legend is coming out to the nation's longest-running free music festival, and it's right here in San Francisco.
She's Coming Out! Diana Ross to headline SF's Stern Grove

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Andre Torrez

Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysStern Grove Festival announces full lineup with Diana Ross as headliner. The Big Picnic Weekend will also feature Damian and Stephen Marley. More information to come about the location of the community box offices where free tickets will be available.
Roof of recycling center partially collapses in San Jose

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Andre Torrez

SAN JOSE, Calif. - The San Jose Fire Department responded to the scene of a partial roof collapse at a recycling center in San Jose on Friday afternoon. What we knowThe fire department said all employees at the facility, located at 215 Leo Avenue, are accounted for. Search dogs and drones were requested for visual and thermal reconnaissance of the debris pile to search for any potential patrons or others who may have been trapped.