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.
The driver remained at the site of the crash and cooperated with an investigation into the woman's death.
East Bay family of slain 15-year-old wants teen suspect tried as adult
The family of a 15-year-old boy shot and killed nearly two years ago says their pain is being compounded by a recent court ruling. Despite the "heinous" nature of the crime, the suspect—who was 17 at the time of the killing—will be tried as a juvenile, not an adult.
The family of a 15-year-old boy shot and killed nearly two years ago says their pain is being compounded by a recent court ruling. Despite the "heinous" nature of the crime, the suspect—who was 17 at the time of the killing—will be tried as a juvenile, not an adult.
Construction affecting some during Hayward Restaurant Month
Hayward Restaurant Month is underway, aiming to promote small businesses across the city, but several restaurant owners near a construction site say the project is hurting their bottom line.
Hayward Restaurant Month is underway, aiming to promote small businesses across the city, but several restaurant owners near a construction site say the project is hurting their bottom line.
Hayward's Golden Safari, a taste of Africa
Shubbie Aishida, owner and head chef of Golden Safari Restaurant and Bakery, gives cooking lessons. The African restaurant located at 22431 Foothill boulevard, is giving 10% off main meals through January 31. The deal is part of Hayward's restaurant month.
Shubbie Aishida, owner and head chef of Golden Safari Restaurant and Bakery, gives cooking lessons. The African restaurant located at 22431 Foothill boulevard, is giving 10% off main meals through January 31. The deal is part of Hayward's restaurant month.
Hayward's Concha Dreams brings the sweets to the studio
January is Hayward restaurant month, a full-on celebration of local eats, and bold new bites. Family owned, Concha Dreams, is a cozy café in the heart of downtown Hayward. Rose Aguilar, owner of the shop, talks crafting premium conchas and specialty coffee inspired by tradition, creativity, and community.
January is Hayward restaurant month, a full-on celebration of local eats, and bold new bites. Family owned, Concha Dreams, is a cozy café in the heart of downtown Hayward. Rose Aguilar, owner of the shop, talks crafting premium conchas and specialty coffee inspired by tradition, creativity, and community.
NTSB timeline: Minutes leading up to Hayward house explosion
The National Transportation Safety Board has released a preliminary timeline on a gas pipe explosion and fire that destroyed homes in Hayward late last year. The disaster occurred after an asphalt crew struck an underground gas line, leading to a massive blast less than two hours later.
The National Transportation Safety Board has released a preliminary timeline on a gas pipe explosion and fire that destroyed homes in Hayward late last year. The disaster occurred after an asphalt crew struck an underground gas line, leading to a massive blast less than two hours later.
Police investigate possible assault at Tennyson High School
Police in Hayward are investigating reports of an assault Monday at a high school campus.
Police in Hayward are investigating reports of an assault Monday at a high school campus.
Hayward shoreline will be protected 'in perpetuity:' park district
The East Bay Regional Park District has acquired 77 acres of shoreline property from the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District in a long-term effort to restore marsh habitat, prepare for sea level rise, and secure permanent public access along the San Francisco Bay Trail at Hayward Regional Shoreline, officials announced on Tuesday.
The East Bay Regional Park District has acquired 77 acres of shoreline property from the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District in a long-term effort to restore marsh habitat, prepare for sea level rise, and secure permanent public access along the San Francisco Bay Trail at Hayward Regional Shoreline, officials announced on Tuesday.
Car lands on BART tracks from I-580 in Castro Valley, major traffic impact
An unoccupied car that was being towed, landed on the BART tracks from I-580 in Castro Valley on Tuesday afternoon following a three-car accident, officials say. All lanes have reopened following a complete shutdown in the westbound direction and backups in both directions that lasted several hours.
An unoccupied car that was being towed, landed on the BART tracks from I-580 in Castro Valley on Tuesday afternoon following a three-car accident, officials say. All lanes have reopened following a complete shutdown in the westbound direction and backups in both directions that lasted several hours.
Hayward explosion takes center stage at supervisors meeting
A gas pipeline explosion in a neighborhood near Hayward was a central topic at Tuesday's meeting of the Alameda County Board of Supervisors.
A gas pipeline explosion in a neighborhood near Hayward was a central topic at Tuesday's meeting of the Alameda County Board of Supervisors.
Hayward explosion: Family of 5 lost everything in blast
A family of five lost their home and everything they owned in a gas pipe explosion near Hayward last week, family friends said, while trying to raise money to help them.
A family of five lost their home and everything they owned in a gas pipe explosion near Hayward last week, family friends said, while trying to raise money to help them.
NTSB investigates gas line strike after explosion injures six near Hayward
Federal investigators are examining a gas line strike that led to a massive explosion in an Ashland neighborhood near Hayward.
Federal investigators are examining a gas line strike that led to a massive explosion in an Ashland neighborhood near Hayward.
Hayward explosion captured in dramatic images
An explosion in Hayward on Thursday that rocked a normally peaceful neighborhood was captured in dramatic images, from photos on the street to a doorbell camera video that showed the moment the blast blew up a home, sending smoke and debris high into the air.
An explosion in Hayward on Thursday that rocked a normally peaceful neighborhood was captured in dramatic images, from photos on the street to a doorbell camera video that showed the moment the blast blew up a home, sending smoke and debris high into the air.
Explosion near Hayward rocks neighborhood, leaves 6 injured
An explosion and fire erupted in a Hayward residential area on Thursday, destroying homes, shutting down a freeway and injuring six people after a construction crew struck an underground gas line, according to firefighters, witnesses and PG&E.
An explosion and fire erupted in a Hayward residential area on Thursday, destroying homes, shutting down a freeway and injuring six people after a construction crew struck an underground gas line, according to firefighters, witnesses and PG&E.
Residents describe dramatic moments when explosion, fire hit near Hayward
Residents in the area said the explosion was thunderous, shaking their homes. They could hear the boom from the explosion and see the fire.
Residents in the area said the explosion was thunderous, shaking their homes. They could hear the boom from the explosion and see the fire.
Crash on Dumbarton Bridge leaves classic Packard torched
The classic car burst into flames due the collision, though the CHP did not report any injuries.
The classic car burst into flames due the collision, though the CHP did not report any injuries.
Cal State East Bay gets $50M from MacKenzie Scott
California State University, East Bay was given a $50 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, the university said in a statement Thursday.
California State University, East Bay was given a $50 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, the university said in a statement Thursday.
Suspect tears down Ring camera amid string of Hayward car break-ins
Police in Hayward are investigating a series of early-morning car break-ins after several residents reported their vehicles were targeted Monday, including one victim whose Ring camera was stolen during the crime.
Police in Hayward are investigating a series of early-morning car break-ins after several residents reported their vehicles were targeted Monday, including one victim whose Ring camera was stolen during the crime.
BART service resumes in East Bay after day-long disruption
Two BART lines from Hayward south to the Berryessa Station resumes service late Friday. This, after officials said a vandal cut fiber lines near the Hayward station, disrupting service for thousands of passengers for most of the day.
Two BART lines from Hayward south to the Berryessa Station resumes service late Friday. This, after officials said a vandal cut fiber lines near the Hayward station, disrupting service for thousands of passengers for most of the day.
Federal agents visit Hayward elementary school
Federal agents visited a Hayward elementary school on Friday morning with a subpoena seeking information connected to a student, the school district confirmed.
Federal agents visited a Hayward elementary school on Friday morning with a subpoena seeking information connected to a student, the school district confirmed.