Union backs Thao recall; as recall opponents blast wealthy donor

Protesters who oppose the recall of Oakland mayor Sheng Thao performed a skit outside the Piedmont home of Philip Dreyfuss, a donor who has put money into the recall effort of Thao and Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price.

Victim families in deadly Ghost Ship fire welcome affordable housing development in Fruitvale

Plans have been unveiled to build a five-story affordable housing complex at the site of the Ghost Ship warehouse in Oakland's Fruitvale district that burned down in a tragic, deadly fire nearly eight years ago.

Oakland recall rally devolves into shouting match

A rally held by recall supporters of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price turned chaotic on Tuesday and devolved into a public shouting match outside City Hall.

How Californians can cash in on $27.5M Thomson Reuters settlement payout

Most Californians are now eligible for a class action settlement claim and could receive an estimated $19 to $48, after a $27.5 million was reached between two Oakland activists and Thomson Reuters over its Clear platform. 

Woman recovering from brutal, unprovoked attack in Oakland

A woman walking home near 17th and Franklin Streets said she was viciously attacked by a group of young people early Saturday morning.

Oakland mayor announces $2M fed grant for gun-violence prevention

Oakland has been awarded a $2 million federal grant to help prevent gun violence, Mayor Sheng Thao announced on Monday.

Longtime Laney College head coach to retire

After 45 years, Laney College head football coach John Beam will hang up his whistle after the football season and retire.

Reggie Jackson brings together A's greats for final game at Coliseum

Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson brought former baseball stars and celebrities together for a final game at the Oakland Coliseum on Sunday. Ricky Henderson, Barry Bonds, Jose Canseco, and Coco Crisp were just a few of the celebrity baseball legends who took the field during the Reggie Jackson Classic.

CHP Task Force recovers 20 stolen cars in Oakland

A task force with the California Highway Patrol recovered 20 stolen cars on Oct. 17 in Oakland.

1 dead in Oakland semi truck and sedan collision: CHP

A Toyota Camry driver has died after they collided with a semi-truck in Oakland Saturday afternoon. 

Smoke seen near site of recent Oakland hills wildfire

“Yes, again": Those are the words of the Oakland Fire Department after smoke was seen Saturday afternoon near the Keller Avenue exit on Interstate 580 in Oakland.

Oakland police car stolen, quickly recovered

Oakland police are investigating the theft of a marked patrol vehicle on Friday.

Bay Area Run Club founder robbed of camera gear at gunpoint in Oakland park

The founder of a local running club is still shaken after being robbed at gunpoint in Oakland at Joaquin Miller Park Friday morning. Jacob Zlobinsky was promoting his latest event when he had thousands of dollars in camera equipment taken.

Former Alameda County DA, Oakland mayor support recalls of successors

The former Alameda County District Attorney and the former mayor of Oakland are both supporting the recalls of their successors.