Popular Rockridge Trader Joe's could be replaced by senior housing
A major new development proposal could drastically reshape the skyline of Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood, and displace a popular Trader Joe's.
A major new development proposal could drastically reshape the skyline of Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood, and displace a popular Trader Joe's.
Residents raise concerns at East Oakland town hall
Oakland residents on Wednesday voiced concerns about crime, illegal dumping and neighborhood conditions during a community town hall hosted by Council President Kevin Jenkins in East Oakland.
Oakland residents on Wednesday voiced concerns about crime, illegal dumping and neighborhood conditions during a community town hall hosted by Council President Kevin Jenkins in East Oakland.
Student opposition to cuts, as OUSD faces June 30 budget deadline
Students and staff showed up at Wednesday's Oakland Unified School District's Board meeting with signs and speeches to tell the Board why they oppose cuts to a staff member they call the "heart" of La Escuelita Elementary School.
Students and staff showed up at Wednesday's Oakland Unified School District's Board meeting with signs and speeches to tell the Board why they oppose cuts to a staff member they call the "heart" of La Escuelita Elementary School.
Man's body discovered on UC Berkeley campus; no indication of foul play, officials say
The body of a man was discovered on UC Berkeley's campus Wednesday afternoon. Campus police say the person found does not appear to be affiliated with the university.
The body of a man was discovered on UC Berkeley's campus Wednesday afternoon. Campus police say the person found does not appear to be affiliated with the university.
Creek near Oakland Zoo focus of Earth Day
Earth Day is Wednesday, a reminder to everyone to be good stewards of the world. The goal of the day is to get people involved in addressing issues like climate change and pollution.
Earth Day is Wednesday, a reminder to everyone to be good stewards of the world. The goal of the day is to get people involved in addressing issues like climate change and pollution.
Ayo Brame: from Oakland to the world stage
He’s only been playing sax since 2022, but Oakland native Ayo Brame is already touring internationally and earning major recognition. Ayo will be celebrating his19th Birthday at Yoshi's Oakland Fri–Sat, Apr 24–25.
He’s only been playing sax since 2022, but Oakland native Ayo Brame is already touring internationally and earning major recognition. Ayo will be celebrating his19th Birthday at Yoshi's Oakland Fri–Sat, Apr 24–25.
Tree removal at West Oakland BART station sparks community concern
Construction is slated to begin soon at the West Oakland BART station, but plans to remove dozens of trees for a new housing development are causing alarm among nearby residents.
Construction is slated to begin soon at the West Oakland BART station, but plans to remove dozens of trees for a new housing development are causing alarm among nearby residents.
Fairfield police showcase drone program with ties to Flock Safety
Fairfield police touted its drone program on Tuesday, saying the aerial devices get to 9-1-1 calls quickly and often before police officers on the ground.
Fairfield police touted its drone program on Tuesday, saying the aerial devices get to 9-1-1 calls quickly and often before police officers on the ground.
Heartbroken Bay Area pet owner searching for lost dog says scammers used AI to try and extort money
A heartbroken Bay Area woman says she was targeted by a scammer who sent her an AI-generated image of her missing dog and asked for money for her pup's return. Alisa Harrell said the dog was a gift from her son during a health crisis. "This journey has been so painful for me," she said.
A heartbroken Bay Area woman says she was targeted by a scammer who sent her an AI-generated image of her missing dog and asked for money for her pup's return. Alisa Harrell said the dog was a gift from her son during a health crisis. "This journey has been so painful for me," she said.
Oakland leaders pressed on plan to crack down on illegal dumping crisis
City leaders in Oakland faced questions from residents on Monday about the city’s growing illegal dumping crisis. At a community forum held in East Oakland, residents described the problem as both unsightly and a serious health concern, saying conditions have worsened significantly in recent months.
City leaders in Oakland faced questions from residents on Monday about the city’s growing illegal dumping crisis. At a community forum held in East Oakland, residents described the problem as both unsightly and a serious health concern, saying conditions have worsened significantly in recent months.
21st Amendment Brewery revived in acquisition by Philadelphia beer company
The Evil Genius Beer Company acquired 21st Amendment Brewery’s brand, recipes and distribution rights, opening the door for the company's beer to return this summer.
The Evil Genius Beer Company acquired 21st Amendment Brewery’s brand, recipes and distribution rights, opening the door for the company's beer to return this summer.
Copper thefts leave Oakland Hills neighbors without internet for third time in a week
The city of Oakland said copper wire theives are creating serious public safety concerns across the city, affecting traffic signals and cable services.
The city of Oakland said copper wire theives are creating serious public safety concerns across the city, affecting traffic signals and cable services.
Man, woman identified in deadly East Oakland triple shooting; third victim survives
The two people killed in a triple shooting in East Oakland over the weekend were identified Monday.
The two people killed in a triple shooting in East Oakland over the weekend were identified Monday.
Fremont police warn against ‘Assassins’ game played by Bay Area high school seniors
The game involves 12th-grade students using toy guns, such as water guns and Nerf guns, to target other students.
The game involves 12th-grade students using toy guns, such as water guns and Nerf guns, to target other students.
Massive project to repair I-80 finishes ahead of schedule
A massive construction project that threatened to create a weekend traffic nightmare on Interstate 80 in San Francisco has finished significantly ahead of schedule.
A massive construction project that threatened to create a weekend traffic nightmare on Interstate 80 in San Francisco has finished significantly ahead of schedule.
Man and woman killed, another injured in East Oakland shooting
Police are investigating a weekend shooting in East Oakland that left two people dead and another injured, just blocks away from a local police station.
Police are investigating a weekend shooting in East Oakland that left two people dead and another injured, just blocks away from a local police station.
Day one of I-80 closure diverts drivers without major gridlock
A weekend closure of eastbound Interstate 80 in San Francisco prompted travelers to shift to public transit, easing traffic concerns as large crowds still turned out for events.
A weekend closure of eastbound Interstate 80 in San Francisco prompted travelers to shift to public transit, easing traffic concerns as large crowds still turned out for events.
San Francisco native Julian Neal prepares for NFL draft
2026 NFL Draft prospect and San Francisco native Julian Neal is anticipating an emotional roller coaster during the upcoming selection.
2026 NFL Draft prospect and San Francisco native Julian Neal is anticipating an emotional roller coaster during the upcoming selection.
Wild video shows driver in stolen car crash into semi during Hayward street takeover
Video showed a large crowd of spectators gathered at the intersection as a stolen Camaro performed doughnuts in the middle of the street and eventually crashed into a semi-truck.
Video showed a large crowd of spectators gathered at the intersection as a stolen Camaro performed doughnuts in the middle of the street and eventually crashed into a semi-truck.
Thief steals rental truck with gear for state speech and debate tournament
A thief in Newark made off with a rental truck full of equipment for a high school speech and debate tournament in Union City that draws over a thousand students from across the state.
A thief in Newark made off with a rental truck full of equipment for a high school speech and debate tournament in Union City that draws over a thousand students from across the state.