Longtime African Caribbean market in Oakland burglarized
Burglars flipped a camera around, used tools to yank open a security gate and broke into African Caribbean Food Market in Old Oakland just after dawn on Thursday.
Retail theft sting's success hailed by Oakland, state leaders
*22 suspects arrested *Large, state-wide theft ring *Case not connected to murder of Oakland officer
Man, 27, shot and killed while working in East Oakland
Neighbors reported hearing rapid gunfire in East Oakland on Tuesday afternoon. It was a homicide scene filled with dozens of evidence markers. A family member identified the victim as William Robinson, a graduate of Oakland High School.
CHP pursuit after Oakland freeway shooting, recovery of AK-47
A police pursuit spanning three Bay Area counties ended in one car crash, multiple arrests and the recovery of an AK-47 firearm, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Town Strides: Jogging around Lake Merritt gains traction
Town Strides is promoting a community event, asking people to jog (or power walk) around Lake Merritt.
Oakland Ballers raise $1M in crowdfunded investments
The Oakland Ballers have successfully passed $1 million in investments from over 1,600 fans: In the first 48 hours following the opening of the campaign last week, the team witnessed fans choosing to become a part-owner every 3.5 minutes, the team announced Wednesday.
Oakland School District calls lead contamination, failure to communicate "unacceptable"
The Oakland Unified School Board addressed elevated levels of lead found in water across school campuses in a packed school board meeting Wednesday night.
Hilton by Oakland airport closes after 50 years
After more than 50 years in business, the Hilton hotel near Oakland's airport is closing on Wednesday.
OUSD board to hear lead updates, vote on superintendent contract
The Oakland Unified school board on Wednesday afternoon will hear from the superintendent on the high levels of lead reported on some campuses on the same night that trustees are expected to extend her contract.
Oakland Police Chief: expect 'huge surge' in crackdown on sex trafficking
Oakland police Chief Floyd Mitchell revealed at a recent public safety meeting that cracking down on sex trafficking is one of his top priorities.
Thief steals "Jaws of Life" tool after Oakland firefighters rescue girl stuck in swing
A 10-year-old girl stuck in a swing at an Oakland park was rescued by firefighters with the "Jaws of Life." But soon after, a thief made off with the lifesaving hydraulic tool.
Oakland schools new bus fleet for special need kids electrifies the future
Oakland Unified School District's 100%, electric fleet makes it the nation's first major school system to have electric buses that transport students.
Oakland police respond to fatal shooting at 25th Ave. and International Blvd.
Oakland police are responding to an unfolding crime scene at 25th Avenue and International Boulevard where a shooting happened on Tuesday.
Oakland leaders tout crime drop at public safety meeting
Mayor Sheng Thao tried to assuage community members to hear by touting her safety plan, saying that the city has been making progress, and in fact, crime is down 33 percent from last year.
Oakland school district report shows recent lead testing results
The new report highlights recent testing, the latest numbers around lead levels, and contingency plans for drinking water on Oakland school campuses.
Oakland police boat at Tiburon café raises questions about proper use
An Oakland police boat carrying what appears to be off-duty officers and friends or family members, including two children, was spotted at a waterfront Tiburon café over the weekend, upsetting at least one man who thinks that a public law enforcement vessel and its employees should not be engaged in non-official behavior.
Oakland-bound flight forced to make emergency landing
An Alaska Airlines flight on the way to Oakland from Seattle was forced on Sunday to make an emergency landing just minutes after taking off.
Dirt bike riders accused of robbery, causing headaches on Bay Bridge
Groups of dirt- and motorbike riders are accused of robbing an Oakland business and then doing stunts on the Bay Bridge.
Suspect arrested in shooting of 7-Eleven clerk
Police arrested an Oakland man after he allegedly shot a 7-Eleven clerk in an armed robbery in San Leandro.
Oakland minors missing for several weeks
Two Oakland minors have been missing for several weeks now out of Oakland, police shared.