Plastic bag ban, school cell phone crackdown among new California laws in 2026
Some of the new laws include cracking down on cell phones in schools and new rules on food delivery app.
Hunger persists after holidays as Alameda County food bank braces for rising demand
Demand for food assistance has remained high following last year’s government shutdown and the expiration of some SNAP benefits.
BART reports major delays in SFO and East Bay directions due to disabled train
The Red line was cancelled, and the Green and Blue lines were diverted to MacArthur Station.
NHTSA investigating Tesla Model 3 door releases following complaints
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a defect investigation into Tesla's Model 3 vehicles over the car door's release and concerns the controls may not be easy to find in an emergency – the same concerns of Piedmont families whose college-age children died in a Cybertruck with the same type of door release.
Shooting victim in critical condition, Pleasanton police say
Police said, based on their initial investigation, the shooting may have stemmed from a dispute over loud music coming from a vehicle.
Berkeley REI reopens after structural safety issues
A structural safety issue forced the REI store in Berkeley to close just days before Christmas.
Oakland’s New Parkway Theater celebrates 13 years with $1 movie night
Live music and a line of eager moviegoers stretched outside the New Parkway Theater on Monday evening as the Oakland staple celebrated 13 years of business.
I-880 traffic jam in Oakland lasts for hours after big rig crash
A big rig carrying loads of water overturned along an Oakland freeway Monday, snarling traffic well into the evening commute.
Oakland celebrates 'Christmas in Mexico'
Ballet Folklorico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno, host its annual, Christmas in Mexico at Oakland's Calvin Simmons Theatre. The group started in 1967 in Livermore.
Protestors at Port of Oakland demand stop to alleged Israel arms shipments
Dozens of protesters gathered at the Port of Oakland on Thursday to demand an end to alleged arms shipments to Israel.
Rain forces venue change for large holiday celebration for Oakland families
Rain Forces Venue Change, But Oakland Holiday Celebration for Hundreds of Families Goes On
Missing men feared dead amid chop-shop dispute in Oakland
It's been seven months since Justin Wayne Lee, 29, and Esmeraldo Vivero, 34, vanished without a trace.
Former DA employee files FBI complaint over alleged AI video
A former employee of the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office has filed a federal complaint accusing a political advocacy group of defamation and illegal manipulation of a recording during last year’s recall campaign of former District Attorney Pamela Price.
27-year-old man dies in custody at Oakland courthouse: sheriff
A 27-year-old man died Wednesday while in custody at an Oakland courthouse, according to sheriff’s officials.
'Frenchie' stolen from Castro located, suspected thief arrested
Just over a week after he was stolen from the Castro, French bulldog Hank has been located in Oakland, the San Francisco Police Department announced on Friday.
Oakland police host holiday celebration for 100 kids to connect in positive way
The Oakland Police Department hosted a first-of-its-kind holiday celebration on Wednesday aimed at strengthening relationships with families across the city, offering a meal and gifts.
Public backlash after Oakland councilmember appears to make obscene gesture during meeting
An Oakland city councilmember is facing public criticism after video circulated online appearing to show him making an obscene gesture toward the audience during a City Council meeting.
How did a car fly onto Castro Valley BART train tracks? What we know
A car flew off the bed of a tow truck and landed on BART train tracks in Castro Valley Tuesday afternoon following a crash on Interstate 580, authorities said. One of the drivers involved recalled the bizarre chain-reaction crash.
New Oakland Airport program allows non-travelers through security
The Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport is introducing a new program that will allow friends and family of travelers to greet them, or say one last goodbye, right at their gate.
NYE 2026: Best New Year's Eve fireworks, family-friendly festivities in the Bay Area
Start 2026 with a bang by enjoying the best fireworks shows the Bay Area has to offer, along with other fun, family-friendly activities. We’ve compiled a list of events that are either low-cost or free.