Lake Merritt Rotary Nature Center damaged in fire
The Lake Merritt Rotary Nature Center in Oakland was damaged in a fire that is now under control, officials say.
The Lake Merritt Rotary Nature Center in Oakland was damaged in a fire that is now under control, officials say.
Almost 11,000 auto thefts in Oakland this year, or 40 per day
With the rise in Oakland’s crime rate a reigning concern for many of the city's residents and businesses, new figures showed that the number of auto thefts have hit an astounding 10,823 so far this year. That’s an average of more than 40 vehicles stolen a day.
With the rise in Oakland’s crime rate a reigning concern for many of the city's residents and businesses, new figures showed that the number of auto thefts have hit an astounding 10,823 so far this year. That’s an average of more than 40 vehicles stolen a day.
Oakland merchants plan to strike, small businesses hurting due to crime
Oakland Vietnamese staple Le Cheval is the latest restaurant to close its doors due to crime. Meanwhile, merchants all over Oakland plan to go on strike after Oakland failed to meet the deadline that would grant them state funding for retail crime.
Oakland Vietnamese staple Le Cheval is the latest restaurant to close its doors due to crime. Meanwhile, merchants all over Oakland plan to go on strike after Oakland failed to meet the deadline that would grant them state funding for retail crime.
Video: Karate instructors stop attempted carjacking in Oakland
New video shows two good Samaritans stopping attempted carjackers in Oakland.
New video shows two good Samaritans stopping attempted carjackers in Oakland.
Oakland businesses to go on strike Tuesday over crime
Oakland merchants closed their doors Tuesday to protest crime that is hurting their businesses.
Oakland merchants closed their doors Tuesday to protest crime that is hurting their businesses.
Crash involving stolen car in Oakland kills 2, injures another
A 25-year-old behind the wheel of a black stolen Lexus is under arrest after crashing into another Lexus in East Oakland on Sunday morning, killing two people and injuring a third. The impact was so powerful, that the white Lexus hit rolled over and came within inches of smashing into a nearby home.
A 25-year-old behind the wheel of a black stolen Lexus is under arrest after crashing into another Lexus in East Oakland on Sunday morning, killing two people and injuring a third. The impact was so powerful, that the white Lexus hit rolled over and came within inches of smashing into a nearby home.
Suspicions arise after Oakland mother's death on Hwy 13, family wants answers
For nearly two months, family members of an Oakland mother have searched for answers after she was hit by two cars and killed while walking on Highway 13 in Oakland. They said it's hard for them to heal without knowing what happened, and have pledged to continue their search efforts. They also suspect foul play, with loved ones saying they can't make sense of the mystery surrounding the death of Shamoni Downs, a mother of two daughters.
For nearly two months, family members of an Oakland mother have searched for answers after she was hit by two cars and killed while walking on Highway 13 in Oakland. They said it's hard for them to heal without knowing what happened, and have pledged to continue their search efforts. They also suspect foul play, with loved ones saying they can't make sense of the mystery surrounding the death of Shamoni Downs, a mother of two daughters.
Oakland resident arrested for fatal Lake Temescal shooting, police investigating
A man was arrested for the Friday shooting death of another man near Lake Temescal, according to Oakland police.
A man was arrested for the Friday shooting death of another man near Lake Temescal, according to Oakland police.
Oakland businesses plan to strike on Tuesday, demand public safety resources
More than 200 Oakland businesses are planning to strike Tuesday morning to demand the city put more resources into public safety and provide resources for merchants.
More than 200 Oakland businesses are planning to strike Tuesday morning to demand the city put more resources into public safety and provide resources for merchants.
BART police arrest man after stabbing on train at 19th Street Station
A man was arrested for allegedly stabbing a BART passenger at the 19th Street Station in Oakland, BART police said.
A man was arrested for allegedly stabbing a BART passenger at the 19th Street Station in Oakland, BART police said.
Oakland police bring back old strategy: foot patrols in commercial districts
The city of Oakland has brought back a policing strategy that it has not used in years: foot patrols in commercial districts.
The city of Oakland has brought back a policing strategy that it has not used in years: foot patrols in commercial districts.
Actor Angus Cloud died of accidental drug overdose: coroner
Euphoria actor Angus Cloud died from a lethal combination of fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, KTVU has learned.
Euphoria actor Angus Cloud died from a lethal combination of fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, KTVU has learned.
Oakland police, US Marshals take 137 fugitives into custody
Oakland police, working with the US Marshals Service, took 137 people into custody, including 31 homicide suspects, during a monthlong operation called Operation North Star III.
Oakland police, working with the US Marshals Service, took 137 people into custody, including 31 homicide suspects, during a monthlong operation called Operation North Star III.
Gun battle in residential neighborhood in East Oakland caught on camera
A video posted online showed a frightening gun battle in a residential neighborhood in east Oakland.
A video posted online showed a frightening gun battle in a residential neighborhood in east Oakland.
Fans can still co-own Oakland Roots and Soul soccer teams
Fans can still become part-owners of the Oakland Roots and Soul Sports Club to aid in the club's efforts to construct a professional soccer stadium near the Coliseum.
Fans can still become part-owners of the Oakland Roots and Soul Sports Club to aid in the club's efforts to construct a professional soccer stadium near the Coliseum.
Busy night as Oakland City Council OKs crime strategies while cops chase calls
At a marathon council meeting that went into Wednesday morning, Oakland city leaders approved a multifaceted crime prevention plan.
At a marathon council meeting that went into Wednesday morning, Oakland city leaders approved a multifaceted crime prevention plan.
2 Bay Area men sentenced 15, 18 years in prison for child pornography charges
Two Bay Area residents, one being a driving school instructor who used his position to find victims, were sentenced to 15 years and 18 years respectively for several charges relating to child pornography, according to federal prosecutors.
Two Bay Area residents, one being a driving school instructor who used his position to find victims, were sentenced to 15 years and 18 years respectively for several charges relating to child pornography, according to federal prosecutors.
Oakland OK's adding more 911 dispatchers, cameras, police
The Oakland City Council early Wednesday morning approved new steps to try and fight crime.
The Oakland City Council early Wednesday morning approved new steps to try and fight crime.
Former NAACP members call current Oakland chapter's stance vs. progressive leaders 'shameful'
Former NAACP members are accusing the Oakland branch of endorsing policies that they say are in conflict with the group's values.
Former NAACP members are accusing the Oakland branch of endorsing policies that they say are in conflict with the group's values.
Oakland council approves mayor's raise
The Oakland City Council on Tuesday approved a raise for the mayor, making her the third-highest paid mayor in California.
The Oakland City Council on Tuesday approved a raise for the mayor, making her the third-highest paid mayor in California.