Oakland mayor-elect Sheng Thao determined to bring hope, change and services
One day after declaring victory in the race for Oakland mayor, Sheng Thao said she's ready to roll up her sleeves and get to work on issues that many Oaklanders want addressed.
One day after declaring victory in the race for Oakland mayor, Sheng Thao said she's ready to roll up her sleeves and get to work on issues that many Oaklanders want addressed.
1 arrested for stabbing in busy Oakland shopping area
An Oakland resident was arrested for allegedly stabbing another resident in a busy shopping area in Oakland Monday morning, police said Tuesday.
An Oakland resident was arrested for allegedly stabbing another resident in a busy shopping area in Oakland Monday morning, police said Tuesday.
Sheng Thao becomes Oakland mayor after Loren Taylor concedes
Sheng Thao eked out a victory to become Oakland's mayor on Tuesday after her competitor, Loren Taylor, conceded.
Sheng Thao eked out a victory to become Oakland's mayor on Tuesday after her competitor, Loren Taylor, conceded.
After vandalism at park, 200 monarch butterflies cluster nearby in Alameda
Have you seen them? Over 200 monarch butterflies have been gathering in a redwood tree in Alameda's Lincoln Park. It's a welcomed sight after vandals destroyed the Monarch Butterfly Garden on the other side of the island just a few months ago.
Have you seen them? Over 200 monarch butterflies have been gathering in a redwood tree in Alameda's Lincoln Park. It's a welcomed sight after vandals destroyed the Monarch Butterfly Garden on the other side of the island just a few months ago.
Amy Schneider wins hard-fought ‘Jeopardy!’ tournament of champions
The writer from California had a 40-game winning streak earlier this year, the second longest in the popular game show’s history.
The writer from California had a 40-game winning streak earlier this year, the second longest in the popular game show’s history.
With Thao on top, Taylor can concede or pay for recount in Oakland's mayoral race
Oakland City Councilmember Sheng Thao on Monday night issued a statement where she essentially declared victory in the city's mayoral race saying she is excited to get to work, "as Mayor in January."
Oakland City Councilmember Sheng Thao on Monday night issued a statement where she essentially declared victory in the city's mayoral race saying she is excited to get to work, "as Mayor in January."
Oakland police ask for help locating missing woman last seen in San Francisco
Oakland Police Department on Monday issued a bulletin asking for help in locating a missing woman who was last seen on Friday.
Oakland Police Department on Monday issued a bulletin asking for help in locating a missing woman who was last seen on Friday.
Police find Oakland woman, 36
Oakland police on Tuesday said they found a missing 36-year-old woman who was at risk because of her mental health.
Oakland police on Tuesday said they found a missing 36-year-old woman who was at risk because of her mental health.
Alameda Co. deputy arrested on suspicion of DUI after totaling 'BBQ' truck
An Alameda County sheriff's deputy has been arrested on suspicion of driving a county-owned vehicle known for carrying around BBQs while under the influence of alcohol.
An Alameda County sheriff's deputy has been arrested on suspicion of driving a county-owned vehicle known for carrying around BBQs while under the influence of alcohol.
Pamela Price to become Alameda County's first Black District Attorney
Civil-rights attorney Pamela Price will become Alameda County's next district attorney after her opponent, prosecutor Terry Wiley conceded, making her the first Black person elected to the post.
Civil-rights attorney Pamela Price will become Alameda County's next district attorney after her opponent, prosecutor Terry Wiley conceded, making her the first Black person elected to the post.
Sheng Thao takes the lead in Oakland Mayoral race, race still too close to call
Oakland city councilmember Sheng Thao could very well be the next mayor of Oakland. The latest tally of votes gives her more than 50 percent support.
Oakland city councilmember Sheng Thao could very well be the next mayor of Oakland. The latest tally of votes gives her more than 50 percent support.
Oakland police search for car linked to possible kidnapping
Oakland police said they are searching for a Honda connected to a possible domestic violence-related kidnapping. Two women were seen struggling near the car before it sped away Friday evening.
Oakland police said they are searching for a Honda connected to a possible domestic violence-related kidnapping. Two women were seen struggling near the car before it sped away Friday evening.
Oakland youth football team triumphs over adversity and gun violence
A youth football team out of Oakland is enjoying a winning season and is heading to national championships next month in Florida. Their coach said it's not only their talents on the field that makes them successful, it's their grit in the face of adversity.
A youth football team out of Oakland is enjoying a winning season and is heading to national championships next month in Florida. Their coach said it's not only their talents on the field that makes them successful, it's their grit in the face of adversity.
Pamela Price declares victory in Alameda County district attorney's race
With the latest round of votes coming in Friday evening, Pamela Price widened her lead over her opponent and has declared the win in Alameda County's district attorney's race.
With the latest round of votes coming in Friday evening, Pamela Price widened her lead over her opponent and has declared the win in Alameda County's district attorney's race.
Carpenter dies of injuries after Oakland King Estates campus shooting
A carpenter wounded in a shooting on an Oakland school campus in September has died from his injuries nearly two months after being shot, according to sources.
A carpenter wounded in a shooting on an Oakland school campus in September has died from his injuries nearly two months after being shot, according to sources.
California DOJ probes Oakland school district over closures, potential civil rights violations
Investigators from the California Attorney General's Office are gathering information from parents about the school mergers, consolidations and closures that the Oakland Unified School District Board approved back in February.
Investigators from the California Attorney General's Office are gathering information from parents about the school mergers, consolidations and closures that the Oakland Unified School District Board approved back in February.
Residents say thieves seen on video prying open mailboxes for gas refund payments
Residents at an apartment complex in Oakland's Chinatown said thieves pried open their community mailbox in search of gas refund payments.
Residents at an apartment complex in Oakland's Chinatown said thieves pried open their community mailbox in search of gas refund payments.
Alameda County public defender accuses Berkeley police of violating minors' Miranda rights
Alameda County Public Defender Brendon Woods has come forward with new allegations that Berkeley police officers are violating a state law when dealing with arrested minors.
Alameda County Public Defender Brendon Woods has come forward with new allegations that Berkeley police officers are violating a state law when dealing with arrested minors.
McClymonds High School student stabs another student after dispute, district says
A student at McClymonds High School in Oakland stabbed another student with a sharp object after a dispute, the school district said in a statement.
A student at McClymonds High School in Oakland stabbed another student with a sharp object after a dispute, the school district said in a statement.
'Watermelon Rock' resurfaces along shoreline after mysterious disappearance
If you live in Alameda, chances are you have seen it: Watermelon Rock. It's the painted slab of cement that has been sitting on the shoreline of Doolittle Drive for decades. During the summer, the infamous rock disappeared. So what happened to it?
If you live in Alameda, chances are you have seen it: Watermelon Rock. It's the painted slab of cement that has been sitting on the shoreline of Doolittle Drive for decades. During the summer, the infamous rock disappeared. So what happened to it?