Highland dermatologist changing status quo on skin diseases in Black patients
Research shows skin diseases are often overlooked in black patients because they look so different on skin of color. A dermatologist at Wilma Chan Highland Hospital is working to change that.
Research shows skin diseases are often overlooked in black patients because they look so different on skin of color. A dermatologist at Wilma Chan Highland Hospital is working to change that.
Relative political newcomer trying to unseat longtime Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley
Jennifer Esteen, a relative political newcomer, is running against long-time Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley to represent Castro Valley, most of Pleasanton and large parts of Oakland on the Board of Supervisors in the March 5 election.
Jennifer Esteen, a relative political newcomer, is running against long-time Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley to represent Castro Valley, most of Pleasanton and large parts of Oakland on the Board of Supervisors in the March 5 election.
4th man charged with murder of Oakland police officer Tuan Le
A fourth suspect is now charged with murder in the shooting death of Oakland police officer Tuan Le.
A fourth suspect is now charged with murder in the shooting death of Oakland police officer Tuan Le.
Oakland Police Commission unveils new list of police chief candidates
The Oakland Police Commission unveiled a new slate of candidates for the city's next police chief on Tuesday after Mayor Sheng Thao rejected the commission's initial picks.
The Oakland Police Commission unveiled a new slate of candidates for the city's next police chief on Tuesday after Mayor Sheng Thao rejected the commission's initial picks.
Berkeley woman dies weeks after being hit by car while jogging
Ask anyone who lives there, and they’ll tell you the intersection of Marin Avenue and Oxford Street in the Berkeley Hills is dangerous.
Ask anyone who lives there, and they’ll tell you the intersection of Marin Avenue and Oxford Street in the Berkeley Hills is dangerous.
Mountain lion spotted in Livermore neighborhood
Home surveillance video shows a mountain lion walking across the front lawn of a home in Livermore Sunday. Experts said the animal is a juvenile male, likely looking for food and to establish its own territory. They said sighting in the East Bay are rare.
Home surveillance video shows a mountain lion walking across the front lawn of a home in Livermore Sunday. Experts said the animal is a juvenile male, likely looking for food and to establish its own territory. They said sighting in the East Bay are rare.
Reflecting on Oscar Grant: 15 years of remembering and resilience
Fifteen years ago on Jan. 1, 2009, Oscar Grant was killed at the Fruitvale BART station by a former BART police officer. It was a killing that sent shockwaves not just through Oakland, but the country. These shockwaves are still felt years later.
Fifteen years ago on Jan. 1, 2009, Oscar Grant was killed at the Fruitvale BART station by a former BART police officer. It was a killing that sent shockwaves not just through Oakland, but the country. These shockwaves are still felt years later.
White House security concerns about cranes affects Oakland's port
The Biden administration says that cranes made by a Chinese company, which are used at the Port of Oakland, pose a cybersecurity risk.
The Biden administration says that cranes made by a Chinese company, which are used at the Port of Oakland, pose a cybersecurity risk.
Police seek help in locating 'at-risk' 68-year-old Oakland woman
Oakland police on Tuesday asked the public's help in the search for a 68-year-old woman.
Oakland police on Tuesday asked the public's help in the search for a 68-year-old woman.
California School for the Deaf students push for highway signs
Students at the California School for the Deaf in Fremont are one step closer to their goal of getting new highway signs near their campus.
Students at the California School for the Deaf in Fremont are one step closer to their goal of getting new highway signs near their campus.
Alameda County Fire Department recognizes Black history in fire service for student event
Students at Anna Yates Elementary in Emeryville celebrated Black History Month with a special visit and history lesson from Alameda County firefighters.
Students at Anna Yates Elementary in Emeryville celebrated Black History Month with a special visit and history lesson from Alameda County firefighters.
Oakland gets $14M in Homekey funds for homeless seniors
Oakland has been awarded over $14 million in state Homekey funds, which it will put toward housing for seniors experiencing homelessness, according to the city.
Oakland has been awarded over $14 million in state Homekey funds, which it will put toward housing for seniors experiencing homelessness, according to the city.
Black Joy Parade shows out in Oakland's Black Business District
The Black Joy Parade took to Oakland's Black Business District on Sunday to celebrate Black culture and the end of Black History Month.
The Black Joy Parade took to Oakland's Black Business District on Sunday to celebrate Black culture and the end of Black History Month.
2 dead 1 injured in shooting stemming from family disturbance in San Leandro
A family disturbance in an unincorporated area of San Leandro on Saturday left two men dead and one injured, the Alameda County Sheriff's Office said.
A family disturbance in an unincorporated area of San Leandro on Saturday left two men dead and one injured, the Alameda County Sheriff's Office said.
At least 50 cars broken into in Berkeley
Police are investigating at least 50 car break-ins around West Berkeley.
Police are investigating at least 50 car break-ins around West Berkeley.
Berkeley's People's Park protesters dismantle 'free store,' organize pop-up resource
People's Park supporters dismantled their "free store" at the corner of Dwight Way and Telegraph Avenue last week after more than a month of occupying the space and distributing resources to community members in need.
People's Park supporters dismantled their "free store" at the corner of Dwight Way and Telegraph Avenue last week after more than a month of occupying the space and distributing resources to community members in need.
Berkeley honors 1968 Olympics boycott athletes and inspiring professor
A crowd of admirers packed the UC Berkeley Alumni House on Friday night to honor three giants.
A crowd of admirers packed the UC Berkeley Alumni House on Friday night to honor three giants.
Oakland man convicted in Richmond house party shooting that killed 3
The Contra Costa County district attorney's office on Friday announced the conviction of an Oakland man who shot and killed three men and hurt four others at a Richmond house party in 2021.
The Contra Costa County district attorney's office on Friday announced the conviction of an Oakland man who shot and killed three men and hurt four others at a Richmond house party in 2021.
Oakland Zoo treats injured tiger cub
The Oakland Zoo has begun treating a tiger cub that has multiple improperly healed fractures and shows signs of malnourishment after being rescued.
The Oakland Zoo has begun treating a tiger cub that has multiple improperly healed fractures and shows signs of malnourishment after being rescued.
Popular Oakland taco truck robbed at gunpoint
Police are investigating an armed robbery at a popular taco truck in East Oakland.
Police are investigating an armed robbery at a popular taco truck in East Oakland.