Sabrina Landreth steps down from EBRPD, seeks legal counsel

Sabrina Landreth, the former city administrator of Oakland, has stepped down as general manager of the East Bay Regional Park District after four years. She is now seeking legal counsel.

California finds Oakland Unified created ‘discriminatory environment’ for Jewish students

In three separate rulings, the California Department of Education has determined that the Oakland Unified School District created a "discriminatory environment" against Jewish students and staff, contradicting the district’s findings.

Tariffs making Oakland Zoo's 'Glowfari' tickets more expensive this year

The Oakland Zoo is glowing bright once again for the holidays as its popular Glowfari event returns for its sixth season, transforming the zoo’s walking paths and exhibits into a wonderland of illuminated animals, insects, and Bay Area landmarks. But this year’s display comes at a higher price.

Vets and advocates keep an eye on government shutdown during Veteran's Day

Swords to Plowshares, a nonprofit which serves veterans, held an early celebration in Oakland on Friday to honor those who've served this country.

CHP searching for suspect following pursuit in the East Bay

The California Highway Patrol is searching for a suspect after they had been following a gold Lexus with two people inside in the East Bay since around 4 p.m. on Friday, officials say.

San Francisco, Oakland airports on FAA list of flight cuts

Airlines will phase in the cuts at the direction of the FAA, starting with eliminating 4% of flights at the 40 airports on Friday and working up to 10%, according to AP sources.

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The Federal Aviation Administration on Thursday added San Francisco Int'l Airport and Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport to a list of 40 hubs that will see reduced flights due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.

Young rising Oakland rap artist among GRAMMY nominee contenders

A young rising Oakland rap artist is up for possible GRAMMY nominations set to be announced on Friday for the 2026 awards.

2 men fatally shot at East Oakland gas station

Two men were gunned down at a gas station in East Oakland on Thursday, according to police.

FAA cuts flights by 10%: What Bay Area airports are saying

The FAA will cut air traffic by 10% across 40 major markets starting Friday amid the ongoing shutdown, citing air traffic controller shortages. Bay Area airports say they haven’t yet been told if they’ll be affected.

U-Haul driver accused of reversing toward Coast Guard officers faces federal charges

Federal prosecutors on Tuesday charged a 26-year-old with assaulting federal officers after allegedly reversing a U-Haul truck toward them outside Coast Guard Island, forcing officers to open fire.

Watch: Surveillance video shows suspects in Oakland Museum theft

NEW VIDEO: The theft occurred in the early morning on Oct. 15 at a storage facility maintained by the Oakland Museum of California. Police released surveillance video this week.

Oakland Ballet Company turns 60, reminding city why the arts matter

The Oakland Ballet Company marked its 60th anniversary this past weekend with a dazzling performance at the Paramount Theatre,  a celebration of six decades of artistry, education, and community connection.

Teen arrested after fleeing from San Bruno police in stolen car

Authorities used a GPS tracking device to monitor the suspect vehicle as it traveled through Daly City into Oakland.

Boy, 10, paralyzed in Oakland shooting gets custom Halloween costume

In 2023, when he was 8, Asa Luo was riding with his family on I-580 near Grand Avenue in Oakland when he was hit by a stray bullet.

Oakland's Fruitvale has emergency preparedness plan for Dia de Los Muertos

The Unity Council’s 30th annual "Dia de Los Muertos" celebrations in the Fruitvale district are full steam ahead despite fears of federal immigration enforcement.

Oakland police speak out on federal gang indictment

Oakland police weighed in Thursday on raids targeting Sureño street gangs, a day after federal officials announced an indictment targeting nine members.

Oakland Museum burglary: 1,000 items stolen days before Louvre heist

More than 1,000 items, many of them indigenous historical artifacts, were stolen from the Oakland Museum of California earlier this month.

FBI raid in Oakland; 9 gang members charged following 2019 slayings

An FBI raid was carried out early Wednesday morning at an Oakland apartment. Nine alleged gang members have now been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of racketeering conspiracy in connection with two murders.