Hayward couple sues tour boat company that left them stranded in the ocean

A Hayward couple says they were left stranded in the ocean while snorkeling on their honeymoon. It happened in Maui about 18 months ago, and now they’ve filed a $5 million lawsuit against the tour boat company.  

News conference addressing firing of police chief LeRonne Armstrong

A coalition of families of homicide victims and violence prevention organizations will lead a news conference Saturday at noon in Oakland addressing the firing of former Oakland Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong.   

Oakland Police warns about armed robberies at ATMs

Oakland police are warning residents about an upward trend in armed robberies. They said there have been five at ATMs in recent weeks.

Hackers threaten release of stolen City of Oakland data

A ransomware group has claimed responsibility for the cyberattack on the City of Oakland and threatens to release the data publicly.

Berkeley police note rise in Hyundai, Kia thefts

Since December 2022, thefts of Hyundais and Kias have made up 38 percent of vehicle thefts from Berkeley, police said.

'Todd the Runner' from Castro Valley darts up Mt. Diablo in snow

With all the winter weather slamming California, it's not surprising that many of the Golden State's sun lovers bundle up and stay indoors. Not Todd Glieden.

In Girls Garage, girls learn blue-collar trades

Tucked away in the city of Berkeley is an after-school nonprofit that is 100% devoted to young girls.

Oakland police warn residents about recent ATM armed robberies

Oakland police released a statement about armed robberies that continue to happen at ATMs throughout the city and warns residents to take caution at the machines.

Contractor dies from burns weeks after Bayer Berkeley fire

A flooring contractor and father of two has died after suffering third-degree burns in a Berkeley fire while on a job last month.

Judge: Oakland can close Wood Street encampment

A federal judge authorized Oakland to clear the encampment on Wood Street and ready the property for an affordable housing development.

Berkeley police search for man who ran across I-80

 A suspect fleeing police managed to dodge rush-hour traffic as he ran across several lanes of Interstate Highway 80 in Berkeley on Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.

Arrest made in fatal shooting during video shoot at Oakland gas station

The gunman accused of killing an 18-year-old and shooting four others during a music video production at a gas station in East Oakland was arrested.

Alameda chef makes dream come true for teen who had 2 wishes

A popular Bay Area chef granted a teen's wish last month after she was diagnosed with cancer. The teen came to the Bay Area for one-on-one culinary training from Giuseppe Naccarelli of Alameda's Trabocco.

Disney family's rental SUV burglarized en route to Bay Area memorial

A Missouri family's rental car was broken into outside an East Oakland fast-food restaurant while they were in the Bay Area for a memorial.

Eviction ban debate: Alameda County discusses future of moratorium

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors discussed the eviction moratorium as rental housing providers increased pressure in hopes of ending the eviction ban, claiming it has ruined their livelihoods.

Target features work of Oakland educator, author of children's books for Black History Month

This month, the work of an Oakland educator and celebrated author of children’s books was featured at Target stores to mark Black History Month. The author’s work and success also earned her a visit to the White House on Tuesday.

Bald eagles make home in unusual spot at Alameda golf course

A pair of bald eagles have decided on Alameda as their next home. The birds have been building their nest over the last couple of months in an unusual spot as the community around them watches in awe.