Missing elderly woman got in a Lyft, sheriff's office says
The California Highway Patrol issued a Silver Alert for a missing 77-year-old woman last seen in Oakland Friday. Officials say she is believed to have entered a Lyft near Highland Hospital.
The California Highway Patrol issued a Silver Alert for a missing 77-year-old woman last seen in Oakland Friday. Officials say she is believed to have entered a Lyft near Highland Hospital.
Oakland mayor names new police chief James Beere
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee on Thursday named interim chief James Beere as the city's new police chief. He is the 12th person to be named police chief or interim chief since 2013.
Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee on Thursday named interim chief James Beere as the city's new police chief. He is the 12th person to be named police chief or interim chief since 2013.
Oakland’s Zendaya nominated for third Emmy for 'Euphoria' performance
Zendaya, a popular Oakland-born actress, was nominated Wednesday for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards for "Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series" because of her emotional portrayal of Rue in the HBO show, "Euphoria."
Zendaya, a popular Oakland-born actress, was nominated Wednesday for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards for "Outstanding Lead Actress In A Drama Series" because of her emotional portrayal of Rue in the HBO show, "Euphoria."
Oakland police find woman they say was kidnapped; suspect released
The woman reported to have been kidnapped out of Oakland on Friday night has been located and was physically unharmed, police say.
The woman reported to have been kidnapped out of Oakland on Friday night has been located and was physically unharmed, police say.
Oakland crime rates down despite triple shooting, homicide
While overall crime numbers are showing a downward trend in Oakland, a recent string of violent incidents—including a fatal shooting, a triple shooting, and an armed kidnapping—has highlighted the ongoing safety anxieties weighing on local residents.
While overall crime numbers are showing a downward trend in Oakland, a recent string of violent incidents—including a fatal shooting, a triple shooting, and an armed kidnapping—has highlighted the ongoing safety anxieties weighing on local residents.
Oakland OK's controversial plan to crack down on sex trafficking
The Oakland City Council approved a controversial proposal Tuesday night aimed at cracking down on sex trafficking in an area known to some as "The Blade."
The Oakland City Council approved a controversial proposal Tuesday night aimed at cracking down on sex trafficking in an area known to some as "The Blade."
Oakland city worker fatally shot while walking dog, relatives say
A man was fatally shot while walking his dog Tuesday morning in the Oakland hills, authorities said.
A man was fatally shot while walking his dog Tuesday morning in the Oakland hills, authorities said.
San Francisco rent prices hit new records, holding above the $4,000 mark for the first time
San Francisco rent prices continue to reach record highs, with the median rent for a one-bedroom surpassing the $4,000 threshold. And the city leads the nation in annual growth for rent.
San Francisco rent prices continue to reach record highs, with the median rent for a one-bedroom surpassing the $4,000 threshold. And the city leads the nation in annual growth for rent.
EBT card left at scene leads police to suspect in Oakland hit-and-run after First Fridays brawl
An EBT card and identification card left at the scene of a violent hit-and-run helped investigators identify a man accused of intentionally driving into a crowd after a brawl broke out following Oakland First Fridays celebrations, authorities said.
An EBT card and identification card left at the scene of a violent hit-and-run helped investigators identify a man accused of intentionally driving into a crowd after a brawl broke out following Oakland First Fridays celebrations, authorities said.
Oakland mulling over blocking off streets near International to curb sex buyers
The Oakland City Council is set to decide Tuesday whether to block off three streets at International Boulevard to curb sex buyers, commonly known as "johns."
The Oakland City Council is set to decide Tuesday whether to block off three streets at International Boulevard to curb sex buyers, commonly known as "johns."
Suspect arrested in East Oakland shooting that killed father of 4
A man has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a father of four who was killed while driving in East Oakland last month.
A man has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a father of four who was killed while driving in East Oakland last month.
Illegal 4th of July fireworks ignite fire, damage vehicles and tree in Oakland
Illegal Fourth of July fireworks sparked multiple fires and heavily damaged vehicles in Oakland on Saturday night.
Illegal Fourth of July fireworks sparked multiple fires and heavily damaged vehicles in Oakland on Saturday night.
Bay Area celebrates semiquincentennial with concerts and historic naval ships
Bay Area residents marked a major milestone this Fourth of July, combining local heritage with national pride as the United States celebrated its 250th anniversary.
Bay Area residents marked a major milestone this Fourth of July, combining local heritage with national pride as the United States celebrated its 250th anniversary.
3 suspects take plea deals in Oakland chop shop case
Authorities are also still searching for Justin Wayne Lee, 29, and Esmeraldo Vivero, 34, who Oakland police believe may have been killed as a result of a dispute among car-theft suspects
Authorities are also still searching for Justin Wayne Lee, 29, and Esmeraldo Vivero, 34, who Oakland police believe may have been killed as a result of a dispute among car-theft suspects
Jury convicts boyfriend of murder, torture of Oakland artist
The Alameda County District Attorney announced on Tuesday that a jury found a boyfriend guilty of second-degree murder, torture and corporal injury to his then-girlfriend, a ceramicist and poet in Oakland, two years ago.
The Alameda County District Attorney announced on Tuesday that a jury found a boyfriend guilty of second-degree murder, torture and corporal injury to his then-girlfriend, a ceramicist and poet in Oakland, two years ago.
World Cup party sparks 'magical' Oakland reunion for teacher and student
In a room of about 30 Cape Verde fans, two people who last saw each other 35 years ago on the island of Santiago, about 6,000 miles away, were unexpectedly reunited at a World Cup watch party in Oakland.
In a room of about 30 Cape Verde fans, two people who last saw each other 35 years ago on the island of Santiago, about 6,000 miles away, were unexpectedly reunited at a World Cup watch party in Oakland.
Oakland's Jack London Square in state of flux
Oakland's Jack London Square is in a state of transition. New businesses are opening — including one Friday morning. But others will be leaving this summer, raising questions about whether any economic boosts to the area can be sustainable.
Oakland's Jack London Square is in a state of transition. New businesses are opening — including one Friday morning. But others will be leaving this summer, raising questions about whether any economic boosts to the area can be sustainable.
Man killed in broad-daylight shooting near Oakland City Hall
A man was shot and killed in broad daylight in downtown Oakland, just blocks from City Hall, and witnesses believe the killing was targeted.
A man was shot and killed in broad daylight in downtown Oakland, just blocks from City Hall, and witnesses believe the killing was targeted.
OUSD could see a budget surplus, if it makes difficult financial choices
OUSD staff shared an unexpected assessment: the district projects an $8 million surplus for the 2026–2027 school year. However, that surplus is entirely dependent on the district executing an additional $30 million in budget cuts this fall.
OUSD staff shared an unexpected assessment: the district projects an $8 million surplus for the 2026–2027 school year. However, that surplus is entirely dependent on the district executing an additional $30 million in budget cuts this fall.
OPD issues citations to rogue boats in estuary
Oakland police on Friday said that they issued several citations and tagged more than two dozen boats that they said were illegally anchored in the estuary.
Oakland police on Friday said that they issued several citations and tagged more than two dozen boats that they said were illegally anchored in the estuary.