Newsom extends CHP enforcement in Oakland amid potential political shift
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday that the increased presence of California Highway Patrol officers in Oakland will continue.
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday that the increased presence of California Highway Patrol officers in Oakland will continue.
LeRonne Armstrong trailing in race for Oakland seat, Bas behind in votes for Alameda County supervisor
Though all the votes have yet to be counted, East Bay voters are keeping an eye on the races for several seats, including the Oakland City Council At-Large position, and a spot on the Alameda County Supervisor's Board.
Though all the votes have yet to be counted, East Bay voters are keeping an eye on the races for several seats, including the Oakland City Council At-Large position, and a spot on the Alameda County Supervisor's Board.
Recalls up in the air; Alameda Co Registrar of Voters warns it's too soon to call
The Alameda County Registrar of Voters said it's way too soon to call the election results, as only 23% of the votes are in.
The Alameda County Registrar of Voters said it's way too soon to call the election results, as only 23% of the votes are in.
PG&E sees unplanned power outages as Diablo Winds whip throughout the region
As strong gusts blast Northern California on Wednesday, PG&E is reporting outages to 7,500 Bay Area customers due to weather issues like downed wires, on top of more than 16,000 in the region already affected by planned public safety power shutoffs.
As strong gusts blast Northern California on Wednesday, PG&E is reporting outages to 7,500 Bay Area customers due to weather issues like downed wires, on top of more than 16,000 in the region already affected by planned public safety power shutoffs.
Oakland's Fentons Creamery responds to reports of possible closure
Fentons, the beloved and time-honored Oakland ice cream shop and restaurant, is responding to reports that the family favorite creamery is shutting its doors due to high crime.
Fentons, the beloved and time-honored Oakland ice cream shop and restaurant, is responding to reports that the family favorite creamery is shutting its doors due to high crime.
Live 2024 Election Results: Oakland Mayor Recall
Follow along for the latest results in the election to recall Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.
Follow along for the latest results in the election to recall Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.
Live 2024 Election Results: Alameda County
Election Day has arrived. Here are the latest election results in Alameda County.
Election Day has arrived. Here are the latest election results in Alameda County.
Oakland mayor, Alameda County DA: Recalls ahead in early returns
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and Alameda County DA Pamela Price, the targets of recalls, will soon learn whether they'll keep their jobs.
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and Alameda County DA Pamela Price, the targets of recalls, will soon learn whether they'll keep their jobs.
Bay Area polling location closed due to fire concerns
Some voters were turned away at one Bay Area polling location, due to heightened fire concerns.
Some voters were turned away at one Bay Area polling location, due to heightened fire concerns.
2024 election: A closer look at Oakland, San Francisco propositions and measures
Oakland and San Francisco voters will consider measures on violence reduction, a new rideshare tax, and a partial highway closure in November. Here is a closer look at local ballot measures and propositions.
Oakland and San Francisco voters will consider measures on violence reduction, a new rideshare tax, and a partial highway closure in November. Here is a closer look at local ballot measures and propositions.
BART stabbing suspect faces attempted murder charge
A suspect faces an attempted murder charge in what officials describe as an unprovoked stabbing aboard a BART train in San Francisco.
A suspect faces an attempted murder charge in what officials describe as an unprovoked stabbing aboard a BART train in San Francisco.
Thieves steal computers from Oakland Boys and Girls Club
The Boys and Girls club of Oakland is dealing with a major setback after thousands of dollars’ worth of technology was stolen from them in a burglary on Wednesday.
The Boys and Girls club of Oakland is dealing with a major setback after thousands of dollars’ worth of technology was stolen from them in a burglary on Wednesday.
Oakland's AfroComicCon to feature fashion, film and cosplay at iconic Grand Lake Theatre
In its seventh year, Oakland's AfroComicCon is showing signs of growth. And that's not a bad thing. The organizers are energized by the thrill of this year's event being held at the iconic Grand Lake Theatre, complete with a fashion show.
In its seventh year, Oakland's AfroComicCon is showing signs of growth. And that's not a bad thing. The organizers are energized by the thrill of this year's event being held at the iconic Grand Lake Theatre, complete with a fashion show.
Suspect in 'unprovoked' BART train stabbing arrested
BART police have arrested Jovany Portades, the suspect in a stabbing that seriously injured a woman on a BART train Saturday morning.
BART police have arrested Jovany Portades, the suspect in a stabbing that seriously injured a woman on a BART train Saturday morning.
Día de los Muertos festival kicks off in Oakland
Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood held its popular Dia de los Muertos festival Sunday, for the 29th year.
Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood held its popular Dia de los Muertos festival Sunday, for the 29th year.
Electric flying taxi testing for takeoff in Bay Area would speed up commute
An all-new type of electric aircraft could soon be flying over the Bay Area.
An all-new type of electric aircraft could soon be flying over the Bay Area.
Oakland shop hit by 13th burglary despite city's drop in crime
A family-owned tobacco shop in Oakland was victimized for the 13th time after burglars rammed a car into the shop and stole cigarettes.
A family-owned tobacco shop in Oakland was victimized for the 13th time after burglars rammed a car into the shop and stole cigarettes.
Oakland leaders tout drop in homicide, crime rates
Oakland police and politicians spoke on Friday morning at St. Columba Catholic Church to herald the nearly 30% drop in homicides this year compared to 2023, saying they believe the city is moving in the right direction toward curbing crime, but no one should immediately declare a immediate success.
Oakland police and politicians spoke on Friday morning at St. Columba Catholic Church to herald the nearly 30% drop in homicides this year compared to 2023, saying they believe the city is moving in the right direction toward curbing crime, but no one should immediately declare a immediate success.
OUSD facing $79 million deficit this year
Families at Bridges Academy in East Oakland, were excited to see the brand new, green school yard for students and the community Thursday, as the sponsors held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, along with a Halloween festival.
Families at Bridges Academy in East Oakland, were excited to see the brand new, green school yard for students and the community Thursday, as the sponsors held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, along with a Halloween festival.
Oakland Unified warns of possible school closures, budget cuts
Leaders in the Oakland Unified School District warn they’ll need to make serious cuts to the district’s budget, with school closures back on the table.
Leaders in the Oakland Unified School District warn they’ll need to make serious cuts to the district’s budget, with school closures back on the table.