DA declines to charge Alameda police for death of Mario Gonzalez

The Alameda County District Attorney's Office on Thursday determined there would be no charges against the officers involved in the death of 26-year-old Mario Gonzalez, according to the officers' attorney.

USPS job fair in Alameda attracts hundreds of job applicants

The United States Postal Service job fair in Alameda attracted more than 200 applicants who were seeking more traditional and stable types of jobs.

Alameda police crack 1977 cold case where Korean war veteran stabbed at home

Alameda police said Richard Curley Bernard - a serial burglar and rapist – was identified as the suspect in the March 16, 1977, stabbing death of Richard Bischel, Sr., 43, a veteran of the Korean War.

Alameda home engulfed in flames in early morning fire

A fire broke out in an Alameda home early Sunday. Crews were at the scene on the 1300 block of Clinton Avenue.

East Bay Tesla club collecting donations for Ukraine refugees

With their low-noise, souped up cars, the dozens of Tesla owners meet up monthly for a coffee and hang out at the Whisk Creations Pastry and Coffee shop in Alameda. Sunday morning, the meet up was much more significant.

DUI suspect charged with killing former KTVU news director Fred Zehnder

Michael Alexander Williams, 31, was charged with vehicular manslaughter and drunk driving in a deadly crash that took the life of former KTVU news director Fred Zehnder.

USS Hornet exhibit honors Black American achievements in military and space

The USS Hornet is honoring Black History month with a special display that highlights the achievements of African-Americans in the military and space. 

Too soon? Reactions to California's lifting of mask mandate

California's indoor masking requirement is set to expire February 15. Monday afternoon, state officials announced they will not extend it. But this move doesn't mean face coverings are a thing of the past.

2nd lawsuit filed following death of Mario Gonzalez after encounter with Alameda police

The lawsuit said Alameda police officers failed to de-escalate the situation and knew Mario Gonzalez did not pose any danger and didn’t make any “threatening action toward any of the officers.”

Who stole a 14-foot vintage train display in Alameda?

Serena Hom said the wooden lighted train has sentimental value since it's been in her family for 40 years.

Wrongful death federal suit filed on behalf of Mario Gonzalez's 5-year-old son

The suit claims that Mario Gonzalez was the victim of excessive force and that his arrest, and therefore, death, was unconstitutional. In their suit they argued that there was no reason to arrest the 26-year-old in the first place, let alone pile on top of him to put him in handcuffs.

Autopsy finds Mario Gonzalez died from meth, police restraint in Alameda struggle

The long-awaited autopsy for 26-year-old Mario Gonzalez was released on Friday, eight months after he died after Alameda police officers sat on his back.

Traffic plan for safer streets approved by Alameda City Council

Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan's traffic accident death perhaps put a public face on a plan approved by the city council this week; aimed at making Alameda's most dangerous streets and intersections safer for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.

Alameda ice rink in airplane hangar

Alameda Point is offering a unique spot to ice skate this season: an airplane hangar.

Napa winemaker turns smoke-tainted grapes into vodka

A winemaker in Napa County is now turning his grapes, tainted by wildfire smoke, into vodka.

Alameda company gives rare look at hurricanes with 'explorer drones'

A company in Alameda is giving scientists a rare look at the surface of the Atlantic Ocean during a Category 4 hurricane with “explorer drones.”