Oakland recording studio owner creates safe place for female and LGBTQ+ artists

Studio X Recording, founded in 2021 by Karina Flonnoy, is a female-owned space focused on uplifting women and LGBTQ+ artists by providing a safe and supportive environment to develop their craft.

Burglars ram gas station in Oakland's Rockridge to steal safe

Surveillance video shows burglars repeatedly backing a Lexus SUV into a Shell gas station in Oakland's Rockridge District before dawn Friday.

Oakland driver flees CHP, later crashes into car with kids inside

Police are investigating a crash in Oakland that seriously injured two children and an adult after the driver earlier took off from California Highway Patrol officers.

This East Bay city ranked worst in the U.S. for first-time homebuyers

An East Bay city ranked the worst out of 150 U.S. cities for first-time homebuyers. High monthly mortgage payments and high crime rates landed it at the bottom. It was one of several Bay Area cities among the worst in the U.S.

New Hollywood-produced movie puts Oakland on the big screen

A new Hollywood-produced movie puts Oakland on the big screen. On Wednesday night, the star-studded cast of "Freaky Tales" walked the red carpet at the special screening held at the Grand Lake Theater in Oakland. The film was described as being a love letter to the East Bay city and a celebration of its culture.

Oakland mother channels grief over son's slaying into helping others

After 18-year-old Khadafy Washington was fatally shot in Oakland, his mother was awash in grief. She has since channeled her emotions into action, embarking on what would become a decades-long effort to help others navigate the aftermath of violence.

Friends say Oakland 15-year-old killed en route to soccer practice in attempted robbery

Family and friends held a vigil in East Oakland on Wednesday for a 15-year-old boy who was killed on his way to soccer practice earlier this week during what appears to be an attempted robbery. 

East Oakland shooting claims life of teen

A teen was killed in a shooting in East Oakland late Monday afternoon.

Oakland-based immigration attorney talks know your rights
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Attorney Helen Lawrence, talks immigration court appearances, know your rights and travel advice for international students and DACA recipients. The Law Office of Helen Lawrence is an Oakland-based of immigration law practice dedicated to providing representation and legal services.

BART service resumes after 'major medical emergency' delay

BART service between the Lake Merritt and Coliseum stations has been restored after it was temporarily stopped following a "major medical emergency," the transit agency said Saturday. 

Suspect held in SF in Oakland domestic-violence slaying

A suspect was arrested in San Francisco in the shooting death of a woman outside a motel along Oakland's Embarcadero that police said was the result of domestic violence.

These Bay Area restaurants were added to the Michelin guide

The Michelin Guide, a culinary roadmap of must-try places, added 15 new restaurants for California, and nearly half of them are in the Bay Area. 

Missing Oakland teen located, Ebony Alert deactivated

A 16-year-old girl from Oakland that was reported missing earlier this week has since been found, according to the California Highway Patrol. 

Oakland mayoral candidates on how they'd address crime

Two mayoral candidates in the upcoming April 15 special election went toe-to-toe on the issues important to Oaklanders. Here's what they said about tackling crime.

Oakland business leaders discuss ways to revitalize local economy

More than 250 civic and business leaders gathered Wednesday morning at the Towne Fair Cafe inside the Oakland Museum of California for a meeting centered around the key findings of a new 80-page economic report.

Mayoral debate: What Barbara Lee, Loren Taylor said about Oakland's top issues

MAYORAL DEBATE: One of the topics discussed at the Oakland mayoral debate was the city's significant budget deficit. We break down what each candidate had to say.

KTVU hosts Oakland mayoral debate ahead of special election

Former Rep. Barbara Lee and former Oakland city council member Loren Taylor will debate at the Oakland Museum, with KTVU anchor Dave Clark moderating the event.