Trans Persian wrestler, creator of Hoodslam in Oakland tells story
"Hoodslam" is a mix of wrestling and performance art started by Sam Khandaghabadi, whose wrestling persona is the Dark Sheik. The transgender-Persian wrestler said the blend of wrestling performance art events is geared toward people ages 21 and up and for people who want a little more than what wrestling gives them on television.
"Hoodslam" is a mix of wrestling and performance art started by Sam Khandaghabadi, whose wrestling persona is the Dark Sheik. The transgender-Persian wrestler said the blend of wrestling performance art events is geared toward people ages 21 and up and for people who want a little more than what wrestling gives them on television.
Oakland police seek teen for shooting that wounded 4-year-old
Days after a 4-year-old girl was shot in the leg in an Oakland apartment, the city's police department said officers are looking for a 19-year-old man who is wanted in connection with the shooting.
Days after a 4-year-old girl was shot in the leg in an Oakland apartment, the city's police department said officers are looking for a 19-year-old man who is wanted in connection with the shooting.
Man gaining notice for picking up trash across East Bay
Andy Wang of Livermore spent hours Friday picking up trash in East Oakland. Lots of it.
Andy Wang of Livermore spent hours Friday picking up trash in East Oakland. Lots of it.
'Despondent' man on Bay Bridge ties up traffic
A man that the California Highway Patrol is describing as "despondent" is standing on the Bay Bridge, tying up traffic.
A man that the California Highway Patrol is describing as "despondent" is standing on the Bay Bridge, tying up traffic.
Oakland mayor considers charging other cities homeless fee
Mayor Sheng Thao is contemplating the implementation of a fee for other cities if their homeless residents relocate to Oakland.
Mayor Sheng Thao is contemplating the implementation of a fee for other cities if their homeless residents relocate to Oakland.
Oakland ice cream shop offers sweet deal: Free ice cream for trash
An Oakland ice cream shop owner came up with a sweet idea to get people to pick up trash.
An Oakland ice cream shop owner came up with a sweet idea to get people to pick up trash.
An Oakland ice cream shop is offering a sweet deal: a free ice cream for a bag of trash
An Oakland ice cream shop owner came up with a sweet idea to get people picking up trash. MyGoodness Ice Cream is hosting an ice cream social neighborhood cleanup Saturday, June 3rd from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
An Oakland ice cream shop owner came up with a sweet idea to get people picking up trash. MyGoodness Ice Cream is hosting an ice cream social neighborhood cleanup Saturday, June 3rd from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Concerned family friend speaks out after 4-year-old Oakland girl is shot in the leg
A four-year-old Oakland girl is in the hospital recovering from a gunshot wound to the leg that she suffered on Wednesday night. Police have not said whether the shooting was accidental, but a family friend of the little girl has criticized the child's mother.
A four-year-old Oakland girl is in the hospital recovering from a gunshot wound to the leg that she suffered on Wednesday night. Police have not said whether the shooting was accidental, but a family friend of the little girl has criticized the child's mother.
Concerned family friend speaks out after 4-year-old Oakland girl is shot in the leg
A four-year-old Oakland girl is in the hospital recovering from a gunshot wound to the leg that she suffered on Wednesday night. Police have not said whether the shooting was accidental, but a family friend of the little girl has criticized the child's mother.
A four-year-old Oakland girl is in the hospital recovering from a gunshot wound to the leg that she suffered on Wednesday night. Police have not said whether the shooting was accidental, but a family friend of the little girl has criticized the child's mother.
Are nannies an easy Oakland robbery target?
Parents entrust nannies with the safety and lives of their children, counting on them to protect their precious little ones. But, a stroller can signal opportunistic bad guys to go after this easy target to grab a purse or property.
Parents entrust nannies with the safety and lives of their children, counting on them to protect their precious little ones. But, a stroller can signal opportunistic bad guys to go after this easy target to grab a purse or property.
Alameda County Superior Court judge robbed at gunpoint on way to court
An Alameda County Superior Court judge was robbed at gunpoint while walking to work at a courthouse in Oakland on Thursday.
An Alameda County Superior Court judge was robbed at gunpoint while walking to work at a courthouse in Oakland on Thursday.
4-year-old Oakland girl shot in the leg; neighbors scared and angry
Police in Oakland are currently investigating a shooting incident that left a four-year-old girl hospitalized late Wednesday night after she was struck at a home.
Police in Oakland are currently investigating a shooting incident that left a four-year-old girl hospitalized late Wednesday night after she was struck at a home.
Oakland firefighters help ailing husband, finish his yardwork
A group of Oakland firefighters is being praised for not only helping a man who collapsed in front of his home – but for finishing his yardwork.
A group of Oakland firefighters is being praised for not only helping a man who collapsed in front of his home – but for finishing his yardwork.
2 of 3 charges dropped against 2008 Oakland triple-murder suspect
Two of the three murder charges against Delonzo Logwood have been dropped due to an uncooperating witness.
Two of the three murder charges against Delonzo Logwood have been dropped due to an uncooperating witness.
4-year-old Oakland child shot in the leg, officials say
A 4-year-old child was shot in the leg at an apartment complex in Oakland on Wednesday night and was transported to a local hospital, Oakland fire officials confirmed with KTVU.
A 4-year-old child was shot in the leg at an apartment complex in Oakland on Wednesday night and was transported to a local hospital, Oakland fire officials confirmed with KTVU.
Oakland Police Commission hopes to attract more applicants
The Oakland Police Commission search panel is trying to fill a couple upcoming vacancies but has received very few applications. They are trying to get the word out and hoping it spurs further interest in the group.
The Oakland Police Commission search panel is trying to fill a couple upcoming vacancies but has received very few applications. They are trying to get the word out and hoping it spurs further interest in the group.
Bay Area cities ranked among country's best for raising a family
Fremont was listed as the best place to raise a family in the country at No. 1. and considered to be in the top five for several categories.
Fremont was listed as the best place to raise a family in the country at No. 1. and considered to be in the top five for several categories.
Person dies in East Oakland shooting
One person was killed Tuesday night in a shooting in East Oakland, police said.
One person was killed Tuesday night in a shooting in East Oakland, police said.
Angry crowd of more than 500 turn out for Oakland meeting on crime and violence
A frustrated and angry crowd of more than 500 people turned out on Tuesday night for a community meeting on crime and violence in Oakland.
A frustrated and angry crowd of more than 500 people turned out on Tuesday night for a community meeting on crime and violence in Oakland.
Oakland Ghost Ship warehouse torn down, nonprofit wants to build affordable housing
The Oakland Ghost Ship warehouse where 36 people tragically died in a fire was recently demolished and purchased by The Unity Council with plans to build affordable housing.
The Oakland Ghost Ship warehouse where 36 people tragically died in a fire was recently demolished and purchased by The Unity Council with plans to build affordable housing.