Oakland leaders grapple with how to crack down on illegal sideshows, where 2 were shot
Councilman Loren Taylor says the city needs a multi-pronged approach to solve the problem, and is looking at using improved intelligence to anticipate gatherings and respond faster.
Councilman Loren Taylor says the city needs a multi-pronged approach to solve the problem, and is looking at using improved intelligence to anticipate gatherings and respond faster.
Oakland Unified and teachers union reach tentative deal for in-person learning for youngest students
The first phase of the agreement has in-person classes resuming March 30 for pre-kindergarten through grade 2 and priority students, with the second phase resuming April 19 for grades 3-5 and at least one secondary grade to be determined later.
The first phase of the agreement has in-person classes resuming March 30 for pre-kindergarten through grade 2 and priority students, with the second phase resuming April 19 for grades 3-5 and at least one secondary grade to be determined later.
Two Oakland police officers injured after being struck by a car
Two Oakland police officers are in stable condition at a local hospital Thursday afternoon after they were struck by a car while on a traffic post in east Oakland.
Two Oakland police officers are in stable condition at a local hospital Thursday afternoon after they were struck by a car while on a traffic post in east Oakland.
Elderly man attacked in Oakland robbery dies, suspect charged with murder
A 75-year-old man who was attacked in an Oakland strongarm robbery in the Adams Point neighborhood this week has died. Alameda County District Attorney's office will charge the suspect with special circumstance murder for shoving Pak Chung Ho, 75.
A 75-year-old man who was attacked in an Oakland strongarm robbery in the Adams Point neighborhood this week has died. Alameda County District Attorney's office will charge the suspect with special circumstance murder for shoving Pak Chung Ho, 75.
Letters warning of vaccine underdosing go to wrong Oakland residents, raising more concerns
An unknown number of people who got vaccinated at Eastmont Mall in Oakland say they got a letter that they were underdosed. But it appears as though the letter was sent by mistake.
An unknown number of people who got vaccinated at Eastmont Mall in Oakland say they got a letter that they were underdosed. But it appears as though the letter was sent by mistake.
Suspect in latest Oakland attack of Asian-American victim ID'd
A man arrested in the robbery of a 75-year-old Oakland man who is now brain-dead is a parolee with an extensive criminal history, KTVU has learned.
A man arrested in the robbery of a 75-year-old Oakland man who is now brain-dead is a parolee with an extensive criminal history, KTVU has learned.
Propane tank explodes in large Oakland homeless encampment fire
Multiple living quarters were involved in a fire at a homeless camp Wednesday morning in Oakland, in at least the second fire at a camp in two days, fire officials said.
Multiple living quarters were involved in a fire at a homeless camp Wednesday morning in Oakland, in at least the second fire at a camp in two days, fire officials said.
Grand Princess cruise ship passenger reflects on pandemic one year later
Tuesday marked one year since the Grand Princess cruise ship made its way under the Golden Gate Bridge and docked at the Port of Oakland. It was a story that made international headlines and marked the Bay Area's first large coronavirus outbreak.
Tuesday marked one year since the Grand Princess cruise ship made its way under the Golden Gate Bridge and docked at the Port of Oakland. It was a story that made international headlines and marked the Bay Area's first large coronavirus outbreak.
Oakland police announce arrest in attack, robbery of elderly Asian-American man
Police announced an arrest in the attack and robbery of a 75-year-old Asian man in Oakland on Tuesday. Those in touch with the victim’s family said it does not look good. The violent attack happened Tuesday morning at Jayne Avenue and Perkins Street.
Police announced an arrest in the attack and robbery of a 75-year-old Asian man in Oakland on Tuesday. Those in touch with the victim’s family said it does not look good. The violent attack happened Tuesday morning at Jayne Avenue and Perkins Street.
Man dies 4 days after he's set on fire
A homeless man died late Monday afternoon after he was set on fire in East Oakland last week, police said.
A homeless man died late Monday afternoon after he was set on fire in East Oakland last week, police said.
Scooter company offering free rides to Oakland vaccine appointments
Getting everyone in the Bay Area vaccinated will take a collaborative effort, especially in making the doses more accessible.
Getting everyone in the Bay Area vaccinated will take a collaborative effort, especially in making the doses more accessible.
Fire breaks out at Oakland homeless encampment
A fire broke out Tuesday morning at a homeless encampment in Oakland at E. 12 Street and 16th Avenue.
A fire broke out Tuesday morning at a homeless encampment in Oakland at E. 12 Street and 16th Avenue.
Frustrated neighbors concerned about safety and noise from Oakland sideshows
Neighbors living in one East Oakland community say something needs to be done, before people get hurt during illegal sideshows.
Neighbors living in one East Oakland community say something needs to be done, before people get hurt during illegal sideshows.
Derick Almena sentenced for deadly Ghost Ship fire, but avoids prison
Derick Almena received a 12-year sentence for the deadly Ghost Ship fire, but will avoid any more time in custody.
Derick Almena received a 12-year sentence for the deadly Ghost Ship fire, but will avoid any more time in custody.
State notifies 6,300 people who got vaccinated at Coliseum about less-than-recommended doses
The California Department of Health on Monday told KTVU that they are notifying about 6,300 people who got vaccinated at the Oakland Coliseum over a span of two days that they received a less-than-recommended dose of the Pfizer vaccine.
The California Department of Health on Monday told KTVU that they are notifying about 6,300 people who got vaccinated at the Oakland Coliseum over a span of two days that they received a less-than-recommended dose of the Pfizer vaccine.
Oakland police have not yet released tear gas report and thousands of other public requests
Lawyers suing Oakland and other cities that lag behind releasing public records say this is a troubling pattern. Police departments are among the most powerful branches of government, they say, and what they do should not be kept hidden. For his part, newly sworn-in Oakland Police Chief Leronne Armstrong is vowing a new era of transparency.
Lawyers suing Oakland and other cities that lag behind releasing public records say this is a troubling pattern. Police departments are among the most powerful branches of government, they say, and what they do should not be kept hidden. For his part, newly sworn-in Oakland Police Chief Leronne Armstrong is vowing a new era of transparency.
Oakland firefighters create safety zone for baby humpback whale
Firefighters protected the baby whale, creating a safety zone around it, and stayed with the young whale until it safely swam back out into the bay.
Firefighters protected the baby whale, creating a safety zone around it, and stayed with the young whale until it safely swam back out into the bay.
Bay Area leaders eye different items of COVID-19 stimulus bill
The American Rescue Act cleared the Senate without any Republican support. It's expected to easily clear the House and eventually make its way to President Joe Biden's desk.
The American Rescue Act cleared the Senate without any Republican support. It's expected to easily clear the House and eventually make its way to President Joe Biden's desk.
After visit, California health department says everyone who got vaccinated at Coliseum is OK
The California Department of Health has concluded that everyone who got vaccinated on March 1 at the Oakland Coliseum is OK, despite possibly receiving a less-than-optimal dose of the Pfizer vaccine.
The California Department of Health has concluded that everyone who got vaccinated on March 1 at the Oakland Coliseum is OK, despite possibly receiving a less-than-optimal dose of the Pfizer vaccine.
Goodwill closing 8 East Bay stores, announces layoffs
Goodwill Industries on Friday announced the immediate closure of eight of its stores in the East Bay and that it’s laying off 61 employees due to the pandemic’s economic impact.
Goodwill Industries on Friday announced the immediate closure of eight of its stores in the East Bay and that it’s laying off 61 employees due to the pandemic’s economic impact.