Marshawn Lynch for Oakland mayor?
Marshawn Lynch for Oakland mayor? The former Oakland Raider hinted as much to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Congresswoman, California senator oppose recalls of Oakland mayor, DA
East Bay community leaders are voicing their opposition to the recalls of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price.
Pizza shop holds grand opening along Oakland's troubled Hegenberger corridor
The owner of Oakland's newest Round Table Pizza franchise is hoping his shop will help play a part in stopping the bleed of businesses fleeing the city's troubled Hegenberger corridor. The shop, located in the Hegenberger Gateway Center at 8450 Edgewater Drive, held a grand opening ceremony on Thursday.
Children's Fairyland in Oakland changing sign name in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day
The Children's Fairyland sign in Oakland is changing its sign name to honor the native land on which it sits.
Mixologists kick off 'Oakland Style' to showcase the best of The Town
Oakland kicked off a series of events on Wednesday night, designed to attract people to the city. It's called "Oakland Style." It highlighted the best of what the city has to offer in cuisine, culture, and art. There was a new event this year. Organizers added a mixologist competition.
San Francisco, Oakland, BART report that crime is down
San Francisco, Oakland and BART all report that crime is down this year compared to last. San Francisco's homicide rate is the lowest it's been in five years.
HUD Acting Secretary visits Oakland, encourages continued coordination
U.S. Acting Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Adrianne Todman paid a visit to Oakland, in response to an invite by leaders from the city’s Chamber of Commerce. Todman said she was eager to see the federal government’s investments at work.
Community leader enjoys ridealong with Blue Angels as 'Key Influencer'
While the Blue Angels are in town, they’re showing some love to locals who serve their communities. One community leader who runs a non-profit supporting youth in San Francisco enjoyed a ride-along in a Navy fighter jet.
Oakland marijuana dispensary rammed by burglars
It was a dramatic scene before dawn Wednesday as Oakland police, their guns drawn, searched a marijuana dispensary near Lake Merritt that had just been burglarized.
Oakland committee OK's extending controversial ShotSpotter contract
The Oakland Public Safety Committee on Tuesday approved a new contract for the controversial ShotSpotter gunshot detection technology after hours of debate.
Oakland airport fires back at SFO
The Oakland airport is firing back at SFO.
Burglary at Oakanna cannabis dispensary on Lakeshore
Oakanna cannabis dispensary was broken into early Wednesday morning, with weed products seen strewn all over the sidewalk along Lakeshore Avenue.
Ranked choice voting explained: How it works and mistakes to avoid
Voting is underway for the November 5th election, and some races could be decided by "ranked choice voting," also known as an "instant runoff."
What to know about the Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao recall election
For the first time in modern history, Oakland voters are being asked whether they want to recall a mayor they put into office two years ago.
Amended Oakland Coliseum deal is now $125M
A new deal to sell Oakland's half of the Coliseum is now $125 million, the mayor's office announced on Monday.
Oakland considers whether to drop ShotSpotter gunshot detection system
The city of Oakland has used ShotSpotter for almost 20 years. The contract with the gunshot detection system is up for renewal. But there's disagreement over whether Oakland should continue to use the technology.
What to know about Measure NN: Oakland votes to tax itself for more police
Oakland is battling a crime wave, prodding residents to consider renewing a local tax to fund police, fire, and violence prevention services.
Vigil for 22-year-old Oakland shooting victim
A vigil was held this weekend for the 22-year-old victim of an Oakland shooting.
Oakland officers save drowning man from Lake Merritt canal: body camera video
Two Oakland police officers were credited over the weekend for saving a drowning man at a Lake Merritt canal, which was captured on body camera.