Oakland hills Fire: I-580 reopens, forward progress stopped

Firefighters have stopped the forward progression of a five-alarm fire near the freeway in Oakland at I-580 and Keller Avenue.

Bay Area city ranked no. 1 for best food in the US

Beating out Chicago's deep-dish scene or Philly cheesesteaks is the culinary culture in Oakland. 

Potential power shutoffs and when to expect them in the Bay Area

Starting Thursday evening, much of Pacific Gas & Electric's territory will be blasted by offshore wind that could ignite wildfires. But big as the area is, those forcibly shut off will be small.  

Oakland football fight prompts punishment, canceled homecoming games

A fight between football players from two Oakland high school teams has led to punishments that include game suspensions and canceled homecoming games.

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao speaks out against recall as critics interrupt her rally

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao fought back Tuesday against those calling for her ouster, even while being interrupted by a small but vocal group of protesters in the city's Chinatown.

Oakland meeting about Coliseum sale, possible budget cuts canceled at last minute

Oakland city leaders were supposed to meet on Tuesday morning to discuss the Coliseum sale and whether the city will have to make steep budget cuts because of it, but the meeting was canceled at the last minute.

East Oakland birthday party shooting leaves 3 hurt

Gunfire broke out at an East Oakland birthday party Saturday night, wounding three, according to police.

Triple-shooting on Oakland street, police say

Oakland police are investigating after three people were shot in the same area Saturday night.

Oakland teen among girls honored by First Lady Jill Biden

An Oakland teen was among a standout group of young women recognized by First Lady Jill Biden for making a difference in their communities.

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.

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.