San Leandro postal worker punched by stranger in unprovoked attack
A U.S. Postal Service worker returning from a break in San Leandro was punched without warning by a stranger, according to authorities.
A U.S. Postal Service worker returning from a break in San Leandro was punched without warning by a stranger, according to authorities.
'We need our money': EDD applicants line up overnight at Oakland office as delays persist
Bay Area residents say the EDD's phone lines are "impossible" to get through to, and at the Oakland office, they face long lines of hundreds of people waiting to get help.
Bay Area residents say the EDD's phone lines are "impossible" to get through to, and at the Oakland office, they face long lines of hundreds of people waiting to get help.
Albany’s hidden gem: Sam’s Log Cabin
Mike Daillak and his partner Rhasaan Fernandez bought Sam's Log Cabin in Albany in 2010. The spot is a cozy log cabin built in 1930 that has survived decades of change, transforming from a betting parlor and speakeasy into a gathering place focused on fresh, locally sourced food.
Mike Daillak and his partner Rhasaan Fernandez bought Sam's Log Cabin in Albany in 2010. The spot is a cozy log cabin built in 1930 that has survived decades of change, transforming from a betting parlor and speakeasy into a gathering place focused on fresh, locally sourced food.
Oakland Unified School District announces ban on cell phones during the school day
The Oakland Unified School District on Wednesday announced that students will no longer be allowed to use their cell phones during or between classes, and during lunch, with some limited exceptions.
The Oakland Unified School District on Wednesday announced that students will no longer be allowed to use their cell phones during or between classes, and during lunch, with some limited exceptions.
Oakland mom, boyfriend charged after 5-year-old boy ODs on fentanyl, cocaine
An Oakland mother and her boyfriend are facing child abuse charges after the woman's 5-year-old son passed out after dinner and was later found to have fentanyl and cocaine in his system, authorities said.
An Oakland mother and her boyfriend are facing child abuse charges after the woman's 5-year-old son passed out after dinner and was later found to have fentanyl and cocaine in his system, authorities said.
New Oakland dental mobile program
On Thursday, August 6, the Order of Malta Clinic of Northern California will launch a new free dental care program for uninsured adults through a partnership with La Clínica de la Raza's Mobile Dental Services.
On Thursday, August 6, the Order of Malta Clinic of Northern California will launch a new free dental care program for uninsured adults through a partnership with La Clínica de la Raza's Mobile Dental Services.
Alameda County to pay $12M over death of 8-year-old Sophia Mason
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday agreed to pay $12 million to the grandmother of an 8-year-old girl who died after years of abuse and neglect by her mother, despite several complaints made to the child welfare system, whose workers had determined she was safe.
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday agreed to pay $12 million to the grandmother of an 8-year-old girl who died after years of abuse and neglect by her mother, despite several complaints made to the child welfare system, whose workers had determined she was safe.
Youth protest pepper spray use at Alameda County juvenile hall
Youth leaders held a rally outside the Alameda County Administration Building on Tuesday to protest the use of chemical sprays against children in juvenile hall.
Youth leaders held a rally outside the Alameda County Administration Building on Tuesday to protest the use of chemical sprays against children in juvenile hall.
Happy tears: Young Oakland man is surprised with a work van and tools for his new business
A 25-year-old man was overcome with tears of gratitude and joy when he was surprised with a gift of a lifetime to help him with his burgeoning plumbing business.
A 25-year-old man was overcome with tears of gratitude and joy when he was surprised with a gift of a lifetime to help him with his burgeoning plumbing business.
Alameda County considers $30 minimum wage that could become nation's highest
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors is considering whether to establish a $30 minimum wage, which could become the highest in the nation.
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors is considering whether to establish a $30 minimum wage, which could become the highest in the nation.
Hayward-based dog expert: why training starts with the human
Every dog has the potential to be a great companion with the right guidance. A Hayward-based mobile dog training company is helping families gain confidence, build better habits, and create happier relationships with their pets. Fabiola Avalos, owner and canine behavior specialist at Level Up Canines, explains why successful dog training starts with teaching the people first.
Every dog has the potential to be a great companion with the right guidance. A Hayward-based mobile dog training company is helping families gain confidence, build better habits, and create happier relationships with their pets. Fabiola Avalos, owner and canine behavior specialist at Level Up Canines, explains why successful dog training starts with teaching the people first.
Family says Oakland student was killed on what was supposed to be her last day of class
A 25-year-old woman who was fatally shot while attending an adult education carpentry class in Oakland was just hours away from completing her final day of class, according to her family.
A 25-year-old woman who was fatally shot while attending an adult education carpentry class in Oakland was just hours away from completing her final day of class, according to her family.
25-year-old woman killed in Oakland while taking class: family
A 25-year-old woman was shot and killed Friday morning in Oakland at the Parker Community Resource Center while taking an adult education carpentry class, family members told KTVU. A second person was wounded.
A 25-year-old woman was shot and killed Friday morning in Oakland at the Parker Community Resource Center while taking an adult education carpentry class, family members told KTVU. A second person was wounded.
Convicted Oakland Chinatown attacker charged in new assault spree targeting elderly women
A homeless man previously convicted in a series of unprovoked attacks in Oakland's Chinatown, including the violent assault of a 91-year-old man, has been arrested and charged in a new spree of attacks in the Uptown neighborhood, prosecutors said.
A homeless man previously convicted in a series of unprovoked attacks in Oakland's Chinatown, including the violent assault of a 91-year-old man, has been arrested and charged in a new spree of attacks in the Uptown neighborhood, prosecutors said.
Oakland Roots say they're making payments and Saturday's Coliseum game is on
The Oakland Roots now say they have made payments in advance of Saturday's game at the Coliseum which means, according to them, the game is on.
The Oakland Roots now say they have made payments in advance of Saturday's game at the Coliseum which means, according to them, the game is on.
Oakland Police Chief James Beere officially sworn in
City leaders and community members gathered at Oakland City Hall on Wednesday to swear in James Beere as Oakland's permanent police chief.
City leaders and community members gathered at Oakland City Hall on Wednesday to swear in James Beere as Oakland's permanent police chief.
AG investigating deadly Fremont police shooting of 62-year-old man
New details have emerged regarding a fatal police shooting that occurred last week at a senior living facility in Fremont.
New details have emerged regarding a fatal police shooting that occurred last week at a senior living facility in Fremont.
Oakland Roots face deadline to settle $1.4M in overdue rent or risk not playing at Coliseum Saturday
The Oakland Roots are racing against the clock to resolve a major financial dispute with the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority, placing the team's upcoming home schedule in jeopardy.
The Oakland Roots are racing against the clock to resolve a major financial dispute with the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority, placing the team's upcoming home schedule in jeopardy.
Young Oakland singer receives cancer diagnosis as she released her new song ‘Go Bravely’
An Oakland native and singer-songwriter is using her music to draw hope, strength and clarity after being diagnosed with a rare cancer.
An Oakland native and singer-songwriter is using her music to draw hope, strength and clarity after being diagnosed with a rare cancer.
Oakland's Town Biscuits: flavor, roots and community
From North Carolina flavors to Oakland kitchen experience, two cooks have found a way to blend their backgrounds into one breakfast business. Chasity Barwick, and Will Kovach, owners of Town Biscuits, share their tasty journey.
From North Carolina flavors to Oakland kitchen experience, two cooks have found a way to blend their backgrounds into one breakfast business. Chasity Barwick, and Will Kovach, owners of Town Biscuits, share their tasty journey.