Christien Kafton
Christien has been reporting for KTVU since 2009. In his time at KTVU, he has worked every shift, from 4:30am working for "Mornings on 2" to the "Ten O'Clock News."
In his time at the station he has reported on hard-hitting stories including his Emmy-nominated reporting on the morning of the deadly Ghost Ship fire, and the Tubbs fire. Christien has also covered lighter human interest stories including the iconic Bay to Breakers, numerous San Francisco Giants and Golden State Warriors Championships.
Christien is a Bay Area native who grew up watching KTVU Channel 2 News when legendary anchor Dennis Richmond was on the anchor desk. Christien was born in Oakland and raised in Berkeley. He attended Maybeck High School, and UC Berkeley before leaving the state for graduate school at Northwestern University. His first reporting job took him to Plattsburgh, NY, from here he moved on to Toledo, OH and Phoenix AZ before returning to the Bay Area; first working at NBC Bay Area before joining the Channel 2 News team.
Christien currently heads up KTVU's San Francisco bureau covering stories from City Hall to Chase Center. When he's not working you're likely to find him riding his bike through Golden Gate Park with his family or on the baseball diamond, trying to keep up with his son.
The latest from Christien Kafton
Illegal fencing operations targeted by San Francisco leaders' legislation
San Francisco leaders are working together to craft new legislation aimed at curbing the sale of stolen goods on the streets of the city. Authors of the bill hope that it will allow legal vending to flourish.
San Francisco promises to protect LGBTQ community from Trump policies
Political leaders in San Francisco are pushing back against what they believe is a concerted effort to target the LGBTQ community.
Man seen on video throwing eggs at person sleeping on sidewalk in SF's Haight-Ashbury
The victim was able to shield himself with his blanket, according to police.
SF prepares for speed enforcement cameras
More than 30 cameras will be placed at intersections across San Francisco, and they will start snapping photos of speeding vehicles in March.
False alarm about ICE enforcement rattles San Francisco
A false alarm about an immigration enforcement officer approaching a minor on a San Francisco bus is raising real concerns.
San Francisco residents frustrated by fake red zones eliminating parking spaces
San Francisco's Municipal Transportation Agency is monitoring fake red zones that have been appearing around the city.
NBA and Warriors celebrate legacy of Dr. King
This year, for Martin Luther King Junior Day the Golden State Warriors celebrated the civil rights icon's message of harmony. The Warriors hosted a special guest who knew Dr. King, and who today said his mission continues.
Oakland reacts to indictment against former Mayor Sheng Thao
Reaction to recalled Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao's indictment is rolling in. Some of the mayor's previous opponents are saying the indictment is vindication of their suspicions.
2 major events in San Francisco are scheduled for February. Is the city ready?
San Francisco law enforcement and city leaders are gearing up for a big month ahead and are warning people to be on alert for scammers as the city prepares to host Lunar New Year celebrations and the NBA All Stars Game.
JPMorgan conference expected to generate $92 million for San Francisco economy
The J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference kicked off in San Francisco's Union Square on Monday.