Oakland venue Eli's Mile High Club announces impending closure
One of the East Bay’s long-running independent music venues is set to close its doors for good.
One of the East Bay’s long-running independent music venues is set to close its doors for good.
Oakland man charged with murder after coworker fight over washing machine repairs
An argument with a coworker over washing machine repairs in Oakland ended when the man allegedly punched his coworker, who later died.
An argument with a coworker over washing machine repairs in Oakland ended when the man allegedly punched his coworker, who later died.
Former Hayward cop accused of brothel bribery enters mental health diversion; case on hold
The bribery case against a former Hayward police officer accused of accepting money and free sexual services from an illegal brothel in exchange for protection is on hold.
The bribery case against a former Hayward police officer accused of accepting money and free sexual services from an illegal brothel in exchange for protection is on hold.
How Oakland PD will staff air unit following helicopter pilot indictments
The Oakland Police Department says its helicopter unit is down from five pilots to just three following last week's federal charges against two helicopter pilots and a former FAA inspector. The department says it's now relying more heavily on neighboring law enforcement agencies to help fill the gap. Betty Yu reports.
The Oakland Police Department says its helicopter unit is down from five pilots to just three following last week's federal charges against two helicopter pilots and a former FAA inspector. The department says it's now relying more heavily on neighboring law enforcement agencies to help fill the gap. Betty Yu reports.
Residents displaced after Oakland apartment building fire
A fire at an Oakland apartment building on Martin Luther King Jr. Way on Tuesday left residents unable to return to their homes. The fire began shortly before noon, burning the 4-story building. No one was injured in the blaze, and several pets were rescued, officials said.
A fire at an Oakland apartment building on Martin Luther King Jr. Way on Tuesday left residents unable to return to their homes. The fire began shortly before noon, burning the 4-story building. No one was injured in the blaze, and several pets were rescued, officials said.
Berkeley starts clearing homeless camp after deadly leptospirosis outbreak linked to rats
The city of Berkeley on Tuesday began clearing a large homeless encampment after officials declared the area a fire hazard and public nuisance following a deadly leptospirosis outbreak linked to rats.
The city of Berkeley on Tuesday began clearing a large homeless encampment after officials declared the area a fire hazard and public nuisance following a deadly leptospirosis outbreak linked to rats.
Berkeley starts clearing homeless camp after deadly leptospirosis outbreak
The city of Berkeley began clearing a large homeless encampment at 8th and Harrison streets Tuesday morning. Jana Katsuyama reports.
The city of Berkeley began clearing a large homeless encampment at 8th and Harrison streets Tuesday morning. Jana Katsuyama reports.
Alameda County Alternative Response Unit hopes to expand mental health service
KTVU went along with Alameda County's Alternative Response Unit in San Leandro as it answered mental health calls Monday. The ARU handles many non-violent calls for help that usually would go to police or fire units. The fire department says the unit has been a success in matching resources to 9-1-1 callers who don't need a police officer or fire rig.
KTVU went along with Alameda County's Alternative Response Unit in San Leandro as it answered mental health calls Monday. The ARU handles many non-violent calls for help that usually would go to police or fire units. The fire department says the unit has been a success in matching resources to 9-1-1 callers who don't need a police officer or fire rig.
Lines at EDD office in Oakland still long, despite agency claims of 'resolved' issues
Long lines persist at the Oakland EDD office on Oakport Street despite the agency saying many issues have been resolved.
Long lines persist at the Oakland EDD office on Oakport Street despite the agency saying many issues have been resolved.
Oakland leaders provide update on city efforts to combat illegal dumping
Oakland city officials and community members gathered for a public meeting in East Oakland to discuss ongoing efforts to address widespread illegal dumping across local neighborhoods.
Oakland city officials and community members gathered for a public meeting in East Oakland to discuss ongoing efforts to address widespread illegal dumping across local neighborhoods.
Major housing development begins at West Oakland BART station, eliminating commuter parking
A major 762-unit residential complex is breaking ground on the West Oakland BART station parking lot. Construction will phase out all parking spaces, initially reducing available spots from 440 down to 200 on a first-come, first-served basis.
A major 762-unit residential complex is breaking ground on the West Oakland BART station parking lot. Construction will phase out all parking spaces, initially reducing available spots from 440 down to 200 on a first-come, first-served basis.
Know your rights as a California tenant
Centro Legal takes turns hosting the clinic on Wednesdays with their partner organizations, including the Eviction Defense Center and East Bay Community Law Center. Centro Legal will be hosting the clinic on September 23. David Hall, tenants’ rights co-director, gives insight.
Centro Legal takes turns hosting the clinic on Wednesdays with their partner organizations, including the Eviction Defense Center and East Bay Community Law Center. Centro Legal will be hosting the clinic on September 23. David Hall, tenants’ rights co-director, gives insight.
Alameda County Fair more profitable without horse racing — why some still want it back
When horse racing left the Alameda County Fair two years ago, some worried that revenues might suffer. Instead, profits jumped — more than doubling, from $2 million to nearly $5 million.
When horse racing left the Alameda County Fair two years ago, some worried that revenues might suffer. Instead, profits jumped — more than doubling, from $2 million to nearly $5 million.
Alameda 9/11 survivor shares his story
For Eric Jones, September 11th is more than a date in history, it is a day he will never forget. He survived the attack on the Pentagon, suffered injuries, and helped others in the aftermath. Years of therapy helped him confront the PTSD that followed. Today, he works at the USS Hornet in Alameda and mentors Bay Area youth, using his experience to help point young people toward a better path.
For Eric Jones, September 11th is more than a date in history, it is a day he will never forget. He survived the attack on the Pentagon, suffered injuries, and helped others in the aftermath. Years of therapy helped him confront the PTSD that followed. Today, he works at the USS Hornet in Alameda and mentors Bay Area youth, using his experience to help point young people toward a better path.
Oakland nonprofits aim to secure funds for youth programs from historic Meta settlement
California is expected to receive upwards of $1.5 billion to $2 billion from the $17.1 billion settlement payout.
California is expected to receive upwards of $1.5 billion to $2 billion from the $17.1 billion settlement payout.
PG&E outage, fire prompts major BART delays
PG&E told KTVU just before 8:55 p.m. that power had been restored.
PG&E told KTVU just before 8:55 p.m. that power had been restored.
Thousands to gather in Oakland for free STEM fair, brainchild of Stanford's Ahmed Muhammad
Thousands of kids are set to converge in Oakland on Saturday for what's become a beloved gathering where science is celebrated, and the community comes together for fun, interactive activities and endless learning opportunities.
Thousands of kids are set to converge in Oakland on Saturday for what's become a beloved gathering where science is celebrated, and the community comes together for fun, interactive activities and endless learning opportunities.
Pleasanton police probe rash of restaurant break-ins
Pleasanton police are investigating multiple burglaries that took place before dawn on Thursday. Nearly 20 businesses, mostly restaurants, were broken into. Investigators believe this is the result of the same crew of burglars.
Pleasanton police are investigating multiple burglaries that took place before dawn on Thursday. Nearly 20 businesses, mostly restaurants, were broken into. Investigators believe this is the result of the same crew of burglars.
I-580 SWAT standoff in San Leandro ends with 2 arrests
A SWAT standoff on an East Bay freeway Thursday ended with two arrests.
A SWAT standoff on an East Bay freeway Thursday ended with two arrests.
Oakland's Favianna Rodriguez: Artist, printmaker, and cultural organizer
Favianna Rodriguez says free community art programs in East Oakland helped change the course of her life. Now, 26 years into her career, the artist is being honored with the California Arts Council’s top-tier legacy fellowship, recognizing both her art and her impact on communities.
Favianna Rodriguez says free community art programs in East Oakland helped change the course of her life. Now, 26 years into her career, the artist is being honored with the California Arts Council’s top-tier legacy fellowship, recognizing both her art and her impact on communities.