Construction affecting some during Hayward Restaurant Month

Hayward Restaurant Month is underway, aiming to promote small businesses across the city, but several restaurant owners near a construction site say the project is hurting their bottom line.

Ranked #1 in California, 12-year-old Oakland basketball phenom turning heads

Ranked at the top in his age group, a 12-year-old basketball phenom from Oakland is turning heads and is the first in his team’s history to receive an "offer" from a Division 1 college while in middle school.

Oakland native Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ breaks records with most Oscar nominations ever

Ryan Coogler’s blues-steeped vampire epic "Sinners" led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards on Thursday, setting a record for the most in Oscar history.

FBI joins multi-city fuel theft raid across East Bay

The FBI joined local police to execute search warrants in Oakland, Richmond, and San Leandro targeting an organized fuel theft ring.

Alameda teachers rally for better pay

Teachers in Alameda are holding a two-day rally beginning Wednesday as they seek to build support ahead of a key contract meeting with district leaders.

Oakland hotel 'Moxy' closing

An Oakland hotel is closing after just a few years in business.

H Mart opening biggest US location in Fremont

H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in the United States, is planning to open its biggest location in the country in Fremont.

Oakland tenants 'stunned' by lease termination notices after fire

Displaced residents of a downtown Oakland apartment building say they are facing "greater confusion" after receiving letters terminating their leases just hours after a massive fire swept through the complex.

Flour + Water Pizza Shop opens first East Bay location in Oakland

San Francisco’s acclaimed Flour + Water Hospitality Group has expanded across the Bay, opening its first East Bay location in Oakland after years of planning.

Hayward's Golden Safari, a taste of Africa
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Shubbie Aishida, owner and head chef of Golden Safari Restaurant and Bakery, gives cooking lessons. The African restaurant located at 22431 Foothill boulevard, is giving 10% off main meals through January 31. The deal is part of Hayward's restaurant month.

Oakland police investigating pair of weekend homicides

One man was found stabbed to death on Friday, and another was found shot in the street on Saturday.

Oakland flea market shooting: Dispute over fake ID sales led to man's death

Jorge Alberto Rivas Rodriguez was fatally shot Jan. 9 in the parking lot of the Oakland Coliseum Swap Meet during a dispute over competing sales of fake IDs, authorities said.

Hayward's Concha Dreams brings the sweets to the studio
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January is Hayward restaurant month, a full-on celebration of local eats, and bold new bites. Family owned, Concha Dreams, is a cozy café in the heart of downtown Hayward. Rose Aguilar, owner of the shop, talks crafting premium conchas and specialty coffee inspired by tradition, creativity, and community.

Slow down: Oakland kicks off speed camera program

Oakland launched its speed safety camera program on Friday, beginning with warnings for drivers who exceed the speed limit.