This Bay Area city is one of the top for dog attacks on mail carriers

June starts off the U.S. Postal Service's “Dog Bite Awareness Month," and data released Thursday shows that this Bay Area city has among the highest number of dog attacks in the U.S.

Ariana Grande fans flock to SF pop-up store ahead of Bay Area shows

With her long-awaited “Eternal Sunshine Tour" kicking off in the Bay Area this weekend, fans have been waiting outside the store since 1:00 a.m. Thursday morning waiting in anticipation for potentially exclusive merch.

Fans line up awaiting Ariana Grande's merch pop-up store kicking off her tour
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With her long-awaited “Eternal Sunshine Tour” kicking off in the Bay Area this weekend, fans line up in San Francisco to snag some merch before the tour. 

Oakland leaders discuss future of 'First Fridays'

Oakland City Councilmember Carroll Fife held a town hall meeting on Wednesday at Cloud Park on Telegraph Avenue to debate the future of the city's popular "First Fridays" event.

Free program, free meals: Oakland's Ahmed Muhammad launches summer science program for kids in his hometown

Since the age of 17, when Oakland's Ahmed Muhammad first embarked on his mission to help young people cultivate a love for learning, curiosity and engagement in science, he has continued to show up for his community, consistently reinventing and rediscovering ways to fulfill that mission.

Plank in Oakland's Jack London Square to close after nearly 12 years

One of Jack London Square's most recognizable businesses is preparing to close its doors after nearly 12 years on the Oakland waterfront.

Father, son charged in fatal Oakland flea market shooting tied to fake ID dispute

A father and son have been charged in connection with a deadly shooting at an Oakland flea market that authorities say stemmed from a dispute over competing sales of fake identification cards.

Oakland secures $1M in federal funding for Ceasefire

While federal funding cuts across the board impact multiple cities, Oakland is receiving a significant federal investment for its violence prevention program, "Operation Ceasefire."

Oakland to rename street to honor hometown NBA legend Gary Payton Sr.

Oakland city council member Noel Callo recommended that the city adopt a resolution to commemoratively rename 40th Avenue between Mera Street and Carrington Street as “Gary Payton Way," and authorize the installation of a plaque honoring him.

Court oversight of Oakland police could end in fall, judge says

After 23 years, the Oakland police may finally get out from under federal oversight, a judge said Wednesday. If the judge rules in the department's favor, the oversight could be finished by this fall.

Michelin Guide selects 7 restaurants in Bay Area for California guide

The Michelin Guide selected new restaurants for the California guide this month. There were seven restaurants chosen in the Bay Area that won the approval of Michelin inspectors.

Oakland police in compliance with all 51 reforms: federal monitor

For the first time in more than two decades, a federal monitor declared that the Oakland Police Department has achieved compliance with all 51 reforms that it was ordered to complete following what's now infamously known as the Riders scandal. 

Outcry after SFPD raids Oakland complex with ties to ex-Black Panther leader

A San Francisco police raid at a West Oakland affordable housing complex tied to former Black Panther Party leader Elaine Brown is drawing criticism, including from Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee.

Oakland police investigating fatal stabbing near San Antonio Park

A person was found fatally stabbed near San Antonio Park on Sunday, and Oakland police are investigating the circumstances of their death.

Oakland’s Lakeshore District brings back the street fair
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Oakland’s Lakeshore neighborhood is bringing back the street festival tradition in a big way. The inaugural Lakeshore Spring Festival takes over Lakeshore Avenue on Saturday, May 30th with two stages of live music, outdoor dining, local vendors, family activities and community celebrations all day long.