Over $450K in stolen merchandise recovered in Oakland home

Nearly half a million dollars worth of stolen goods were recovered in an Oakland home after a month-long investigation. 

Woman suspected in killing ex-boyfriend

Alameda County sheriff's deputies arrested a woman in connection with the homicide of her ex-boyfriend on Thursday. 

Oakland city leaders claim crime is down, address public concerns
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The city of Oakland hosted the first of five public safety meetings Friday night, outlining what they are doing to lower the crime rate.

Fremont jogger killed in hit-and-run identified

A jogger in Fremont who was fatally struck by a suspected drunk driver earlier this month was identified by the Alameda County Sheriff's Office as Francisco Javier Urrea Cebreros, a 30-year-old Hayward resident.   

Alameda police save the day for girl with cancer after theft

A thief attempted to steal a young girl’s dreams of being a superhero in Alameda, but actual heroes stepped in to save the day.

Dublin shooting leaves man dead

Police are investigating a shooting in Dublin on Friday afternoon, authorities said.

Oakland city leaders hold first of several public safety meetings amid ongoing violence

Oakland residents are invited to attend the first of several public safety meetings tonight. The meetings are hosted by Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, who, along with other city leaders, will discuss crime and safety.

Kamala Harris' historic nomination shines light on Bay Area roots

Vice-President Kamala Harris's historic nomination to become the Democratic Party presidential nominee is also shining a light on her roots in the Bay Area.

Girl, 17, killed, mother hurt in Oakland hit-and-run DUI crash

A 17-year-old girl was killed and her mother was injured in Oakland by a suspected hit-and-run driver who was intoxicated, according to investigators.

Two arrested in Oakland after fatal quadruple shooting

Police arrested several suspects Monday in connection with a quadruple shooting in Oakland that left two people dead over the weekend.

Man arrested for using social media to prey on teenage girls

Sheriff's deputies in San Mateo County say a 19-year-old man is under arrest for using social media to prey on teenage girls. 

Livermore residents battle vole infestation

A Livermore community has a bumper crop of furry critters called voles, which are rodents related to hamsters and lemmings.

Some Bay Area 16-and-17-year-olds will be eligible to vote in November

On Election Day, 16-and-17-year-olds from these Bay Area cities will be able to cast ballots as part of a first-of-its-kind effort in California to give young people a voice in their education.

1 killed, 2 injured in crash involving Bay Area childhood friends

Three young Bay Area men and childhood friends 'turned brothers' were involved in a deadly crash in Southern California.

Oakland: 1 pedestrian killed, another injured in car collision

One pedestrian was killed and another was injured and hospitalized in a car collision at 71st and International Boulevard in Oakland on Monday evening, officials say. 

BART passengers evacuated from smoking train at MacArthur Station

Passengers aboard a BART train were evacuated at an Oakland station Monday after smoke and a fire were reported on the train, according to the transit agency.

Community concerned after lead found in Oakland public schools

Oakland parents are frustrated to learn about high levels of lead exposure in some of the city's public schools. This lead was first discovered in April, but the district alerted parents and students in the last week. Now, parents and teachers say they're demanding answers.

3 killed in morning Fremont crash

At least three people are dead after a car crashed into a concrete barrier in Fremont, officials said. 

Popular Mediterranean, Spanish restaurant closes in Oakland

It's last call for Shakewell Restaurant, an Oakland restaurant with a cuisine fusing Mediterranean and Spanish flavors together.