'Line-of-duty death': Bay Area firefighter, who died by suicide, is honored

Firefighters across the Bay Area and beyond are mourning the loss of one of their own. Firefighter and paramedic Travis Foster took his own life on Saturday. His passing is being recognized as a "line-of-duty death."

Former Hayward cop accused of brothel bribery enters mental health diversion; case on hold

The bribery case against a former Hayward police officer accused of accepting money and free sexual services from an illegal brothel in exchange for protection is on hold.

Know your rights as a California tenant
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Centro Legal takes turns hosting the clinic on Wednesdays with their partner organizations, including the Eviction Defense Center and East Bay Community Law Center. Centro Legal will be hosting the clinic on September 23. David Hall, tenants’ rights co-director, gives insight.

South Hayward Parish Food Pantry to close after more than 50 years of service

First Presbyterian Church announced on Monday that it will be closing the South Hayward Parish Food Pantry after 50 years of serving the community. The pantry will close its doors on Aug. 14.

14-year-old Bay Area track star returns from Junior Olympics with a gold

A Bay Area teen earned a gold medal in the Junior Olympics for track and field in Southern California this month, emerging as a national champion and solidifying her standing as one of the nation’s top sprinters in her age group.

Hayward-based dog expert: why training starts with the human
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Every dog has the potential to be a great companion with the right guidance. A Hayward-based mobile dog training company is helping families gain confidence, build better habits, and create happier relationships with their pets. Fabiola Avalos, owner and canine behavior specialist at Level Up Canines, explains why successful dog training starts with teaching the people first.

32 years later, Jenny Lin's parents keep memory alive through program and concert

To honor Jennifer Lin, the 14-year-old Castro Valley girl who was murdered over 30 years ago, it all comes back to one of her favorite pastimes, music.

Missing Hayward baby found safe, mother in custody

A missing 3-month-old boy out of Hayward was found safe Wednesday afternoon, and his mother is in custody following an Amber Alert, authorities said.

2 detained in Hayward shooting

Hayward police responded Monday afternoon to a shooting, though no injuries have been reported.

Hayward family who lost home in blast sues PG&E, Alameda County

Three members of the family were hospitalized with severe injuries suffered in the explosion, including extensive burns and broken bones.

BART seeks community input for new Hayward station development

BART is moving forward with plans to transform the Hayward station into a transit-oriented development, and officials are seeking community feedback to shape the project's future.

BART legacy car to become Arthur Mac’s new dining space in Hayward

Arthur Mac’s Big Snack is opening its third and largest location in downtown Hayward, featuring a restored 1990s Class A BART train car.

Hayward human rights activist among 19 killed in the Philippines

Friends and family gathered in East Oakland to honor Lyle Prijoles, a Hayward man and human rights activist killed by Philippine government forces on April 19.

Wild video shows driver in stolen car crash into semi during Hayward street takeover

Video showed a large crowd of spectators gathered at the intersection as a stolen Camaro performed doughnuts in the middle of the street and eventually crashed into a semi-truck.

Big rig overturns following crash on I-238 near Hayward

A big rig overturned following a crash on Interstate 238 in an unincorporated part of Alameda County on Monday, officials say. 

Hayward cop accused of trading protection for $1K, free sex pleads not guilty

A Hayward police officer has pleaded not guilty to charges that he accepted a $1,000 bribe and free sexual services in exchange for protecting an illegal brothel, prosecutors said.

Hayward cop accused of taking $1K, free sex to protect illegal brothel

A Hayward police officer is under investigation for alleged bribery after authorities say he accepted money and free sexual services from an illegal brothel in exchange for protection.