2 men killed, woman dead in separate shootings

Oakland police are investigating two Monday evening shootings where two men were killed in an area right around the corner from a mosque, where they had been praying just 45 minutes beforehand. 

One killed, one injured in shooting near Oakland City Hall

The city of Oakland's fourth homicide in 24 hours happened Tuesday afternoon along 14th Street next to Frank Ogawa Plaza and Oakland City Hall as councilmembers were holding a city meeting over Zoom on how to best battle crime in the city. 

2 men shot, 1 fatally, outside of Oakland City Hall

Two men were shot outside of Oakland City Hall just after 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday according to the Oakland Police Department. 

Woman seen on video taking down Latin American country flags at Oakland school

A video on social media is getting a lot of attention that appears to show a woman taking down four flags representing Latin American countries from outside a school in Oakland.

Oakland police staffing and resources challenged amid string of violence

Homicides, shootings, and other violent crimes have pushed Oakland police officers to the limit as the department deals with a staffing shortage and limited resources.

Oakland police arrest armed carjacking suspect by City Hall

Oakland police and the California Highway Patrol arrested a man on suspicion of armed carjacking a victim, who was able to flag down authorities.

Oakland resident, who was California's oldest living man, dies at age 111

A lifelong Oakland resident, who held the title as the oldest living man in California, has died. Giles "Bud" Cropsey died on Wednesday, just ten days after he marked his 111th birthday.

MACRO: Oakland now has alternative to calling police for low-level calls

A KTVU crew rode along with four MACRO teams over the course of a month, witnessing this new approach to handling non-violent 911 calls that don't require a police presence.

Newlywed widowed in San Lorenzo road-rage shooting speaks

Rienheart Asuncion and his wife Love got married just four months ago in the Philippines. Now, she's in mourning after her husband was shot and killed in a road-rage incident in San Lorenzo.

Possible anti-Asian hate crime reported by UC Berkeley police

University of California Berkeley police say they are investigating an anti-Asian hate crime that happened Monday morning about a block away from campus. 

Oakland Tech grad Ahmed Muhammad brings together thousands in the community in the name of science

Oakland Technical High School's first Black male valedictorian, Ahmed Muhammad, brings out thousands to his alma mater for science learning and inspiration. The Stanford University student said that the event motivated him "to continue doing the good work until every single child has the chance to be inspired by science."

Call 911 to get a non-police, MACRO team response in Oakland

Residents are asked to call 911 to get a MACRO unit to respond, and in an effort to aid the dispatcher, the caller can stress that the situation appears to be non-violent and that a MACRO unit is desired.

Man killed in suspected San Lorenzo road rage shooting

A man was killed Sunday afternoon in San Lorenzo during what authorities believe was a road rage-inspired shooting.

Curling finds a new, unlikely home in Oakland as the sport grows

Every four years during the Winter Olympics, curling is top of mind for many Americans. The sport is now hooking people in the Bay Area left and right.

Family of slain security guard raises reward to help find third alleged killer still on the run

The family of Kevin Nishita, has raised the reward to help find the third and final suspect who police say is responsible for Nishita's murder. Nishita was guarding a KRON 4 reporter in downtown Oakland on Nov. 24 when they and Nishita were held at gun point in an attempted armed robbery. Nishita was shot and died from his injuries in the hospital three days later.

Manager of marijuana facility in San Leandro dies from gunshot wounds

The site manager for a marijuana operation has died after being wounded in gunfire last Sunday in San Leandro, police said Friday.

Ghost Ship's Derick Almena could head back to jail over bullet

The Alameda County District Attorney says that bows and arrows, a machete and one bullet were found during a search of Derick Almena's home in Mendocino County.

OUSD enrollment down for 5th year in a row

The Oakland Unified School District says enrollment is down again for the fifth year in a row.

Marine vet who was shot 10 times in Oakland bar sues, alleging negligence

Marine Corps veteran Mahmoud Berte was shot 10 times in an Oakland bar last year and now he's suing, saying the establishment didn't provide enough security. The shooter hasn't been found.