Thieves in white SUV hit multiple Livermore homes in one-day heist

Livermore police are investigating a series of burglaries on Feb. 6 believed to be tied to the same crew driving a white Volkswagen Tiguan.

What are ICE-free zones? What they can and can't do

Cities and counties across the United States are creating "ICE-free zones." Here's a comprehensive breakdown of what they are and what they are intended to do.

Musicians, friends gather to remember East Bay trumpet player shot by deputies

Local musicians are paying tribute to a beloved trumpet player who was shot and killed by Alameda County Sheriff's Deputies outside his home earlier this week.

Woman-owned Oakland business talks flowers & love
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The Love Stop Flower Shop, a woman-owned Oakland business that’s been spreading joy for 28 years. From heartfelt bouquets to custom arrangements for life’s special moments, Rosa and her daughter Alondra bring creativity, care, and family tradition to every bloom.

Ex-San Leandro councilman pleads guilty to corruption charges

Former San Leandro City Councilmember Bryan Azevedo pleaded guilty Wednesday in Oakland federal court to corruption charges.

Oakland drivers fed up over off-ramp that floods "every time" it rains

The Bay Area started to dry out Wednesday night, after a couple days of rainy weather that left behind flooding in some spots. In Oakland, people are fed up over one stretch of freeway that seems to flood every time a decent amount of rain moves through. 

Meet the Oakland woman behind a female basketball league helping WNBA hopefuls ‘dream big’

Amen-Ra A turned her passion as a basketball player in Mexico into an Oakland-based league where young women who dream of scoring it big in the WNBA can begin, improve and thrive.

Bay Area musician identified as man killed in Alameda County deputy shooting

Anthony Anderson, a 40-year-old Bay Area trumpeter, was shot and killed by Alameda County sheriff’s deputies outside his home near San Leandro.

Debate grows over Flock license plate cameras in Alameda County

Supporters of license plate reader cameras rallied in Oakland, urging Alameda County supervisors to approve a retroactive contract extension with Flock Safety, saying the technology helps solve crimes and offset staffing shortages.

Alameda County sheriff's deputies shoot and kill man near San Leandro

Alameda County sheriff's deputies shot and killed a man they mistakenly thought was walking toward them with a gun early Monday morning near San Leandro, according to authorities. 

San Leandro councilman retires amid bribery case

San Leandro City Councilman Bryan Azevedo has submitted a formal letter of retirement, effective Tuesday.

Acclaimed Oakland filmmaker Boots Riley's new movie, set in the Bay Area, to premiere next month

Oakland’s visionary filmmaker Boots Riley rarely misses an opportunity to feature his city in his projects, and that’s proven to be the case in his next, highly anticipated, star-studded film "I Love Boosters."

Alameda County's new order will effectively ban armed ICE officers from courthouses

The Alameda County court system is the first in the Bay Area to narrowly define when a peace officer can carry a weapon inside a courthouse, which will also effectively prevent federal immigration officers from entering public court spaces when they are armed.

Woman dies in Hayward’s first traffic fatality of 2026

The driver remained at the site of the crash and cooperated with an investigation into the woman's death.

Party on: Where to watch the Super Bowl in the Bay Area

Looking for the best Super Bowl LX watch parties in the Bay Area? We've got you covered. Here's where to watch the big game on Sunday,

3 take plea deals in slaying of security guard Kevin Nishita in Oakland

On the eve of their trial, three men charged in the murder of Kevin Nishita have accepted plea deals in the case and will spend decades in prison.

East Bay students walk out to protest immigration enforcement

Students from across the East Bay walked out of class on Wednesday in the latest coordinated "ICE out" protests of federal immigration enforcement.