Oakland's Lunar New Year Parade set to draw thousands to Chinatown

Organizers say this year’s celebration will be the largest yet. The Lunar New Year Parade is meant to celebrate culture, showcase community pride, and boost local businesses.

Families of 3 who disappeared bond in anguish as FBI ties cases to human trafficking

The families of three women who disappeared - one victim's body has been found - shared their pain with KTVU after meeting with police and the FBI, who believe all the cases are linked to each other and to human trafficking. 

Oakland Zoo celebrates 'milestone' birth of monkey

The Oakland Zoo is celebrating the arrival of the newest member of its family, with a newborn red-tailed monkey marking a "milestone," the first birth of a guenon species at the zoo, officials said. 

3rd suspect in Oakland triple homicide arrested after $10 marijuana purchase

A third suspect has been arrested in connection with a triple homicide inside an Oakland liquor store, which police now say was motivated by a conflict over a $10 marijuana deal.

Oakland police arrest man, 29, after mayor's SUV stolen

Oakland police have arrested a 29-year-old man in connection with the theft of a city-owned SUV that is used to take Mayor Barbara Lee to and from events.

Oakland's own Alysa Liu captures Olympic gold for Women's figure skating

Oakland's own Alysa Liu has captured the gold medal in women's singles figure skating at the Olympics. It's the first individual gold in women's figure skating for a member of Team USA since 2002. 

Oakland's Real Cutie Pies, black-owned, and woman-led
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Tiffany Thompson, owner of Real Cutie Pies in Oakland, shares how family recipes turned into a thriving pie shop known for Peach Cobbler, Banana Pudding, and Pecan Pie — and why every slice represents legacy, resilience, and generational progress.

SUV used to shuttle Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee stolen near City Hall

An SUV used by the security detail for Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee was stolen after a thief found the keys for the vehicle in her office, sources tell KTVU.

Rev. Jesse Jackson preached at Allen Temple Baptist Church in Oakland many times

The Allen Temple Baptist Church in Oakland on Tuesday honored the life and legacy of the Rev. Jesse Jackson following the news of the civil rights icon’s death at age 84. 

Bay Area Black Comedy Competition returns to Oakland, spotlighting rising talent

Comedians from across the country took the stage in Oakland as the Bay Area Black Comedy Competition and Festival returned, continuing its legacy of launching major careers.

Woman-owned Oakland business talks flowers & love
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The Love Stop Flower Shop, a woman-owned Oakland business that’s been spreading joy for 28 years. From heartfelt bouquets to custom arrangements for life’s special moments, Rosa and her daughter Alondra bring creativity, care, and family tradition to every bloom.

Oakland drivers fed up over off-ramp that floods "every time" it rains

The Bay Area started to dry out Wednesday night, after a couple days of rainy weather that left behind flooding in some spots. In Oakland, people are fed up over one stretch of freeway that seems to flood every time a decent amount of rain moves through. 

Meet the Oakland woman behind a female basketball league helping WNBA hopefuls ‘dream big’

Amen-Ra A turned her passion as a basketball player in Mexico into an Oakland-based league where young women who dream of scoring it big in the WNBA can begin, improve and thrive.

Acclaimed Oakland filmmaker Boots Riley's new movie, set in the Bay Area, to premiere next month

Oakland’s visionary filmmaker Boots Riley rarely misses an opportunity to feature his city in his projects, and that’s proven to be the case in his next, highly anticipated, star-studded film "I Love Boosters."

Party on: Where to watch the Super Bowl in the Bay Area

Looking for the best Super Bowl LX watch parties in the Bay Area? We've got you covered. Here's where to watch the big game on Sunday,

3 take plea deals in slaying of security guard Kevin Nishita in Oakland

On the eve of their trial, three men charged in the murder of Kevin Nishita have accepted plea deals in the case and will spend decades in prison.