Live 2026 election results: Alameda County District Attorney

California's primary election is Tuesday, June 2. Track live Alameda County District Attorney election results here.

Body found at San Leandro garbage facility

A body was discovered Tuesday at a San Leandro garbage facility, and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death.

Free program, free meals: Oakland's Ahmed Muhammad launches summer science program for kids in his hometown

Since the age of 17, when Oakland's Ahmed Muhammad first embarked on his mission to help young people cultivate a love for learning, curiosity and engagement in science, he has continued to show up for his community, consistently reinventing and rediscovering ways to fulfill that mission.

Australian team arrives in Bay Area for FIFA World Cup

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicking off next week, international squads are arriving at their respective base camps to prepare for their upcoming tournament campaigns.

Dead gray whale along San Leandro shoreline

A dead gray whale has washed up along the San Leandro shoreline near the Bay Trail south of Marina Park.

Plank in Oakland's Jack London Square to close after nearly 12 years

One of Jack London Square's most recognizable businesses is preparing to close its doors after nearly 12 years on the Oakland waterfront.

Father, son charged in fatal Oakland flea market shooting tied to fake ID dispute

A father and son have been charged in connection with a deadly shooting at an Oakland flea market that authorities say stemmed from a dispute over competing sales of fake identification cards.

Alameda County supes approve new terms for Coliseum sale

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors approved a non-binding agreement on Thursday that would allow for the sale of the Oakland Arena to a third party as part of the overall transaction.

Oakland secures $1M in federal funding for Ceasefire

While federal funding cuts across the board impact multiple cities, Oakland is receiving a significant federal investment for its violence prevention program, "Operation Ceasefire."

12th annual Bay Area Book Festival, a bold, Berkeley-based literary extravaganza

Starting this Friday, Berkeley will hold its 12th annual Bay Area Book Festival, a "world-class literary extravaganza", boasting as many as 400 authors on 21 stages at multiple downtown venues. 

Oakland to rename street to honor hometown NBA legend Gary Payton Sr.

Oakland city council member Noel Callo recommended that the city adopt a resolution to commemoratively rename 40th Avenue between Mera Street and Carrington Street as “Gary Payton Way," and authorize the installation of a plaque honoring him.

USS Hornet fundraising for upgrades needed to stay in Alameda

Financial setbacks at the USS Hornet and strict city safety regulations are forcing the nonprofit museum to consider relocating to another port.

Court oversight of Oakland police could end in fall, judge says

After 23 years, the Oakland police may finally get out from under federal oversight, a judge said Wednesday. If the judge rules in the department's favor, the oversight could be finished by this fall.

Fireball erupts as massive Livermore fire scorches barns, vegetation

A massive fire near Livermore was brought under control Wednesday evening after flames destroyed a barn and scorched nearby buildings amid dry, grassy conditions.