Video released in Oakland police ghost chase that led to death of bystander

A compilation video showing a tragic scene along International Boulevard is now public nearly four years after two former Oakland police officers initiated an unauthorized "ghost chase" of a teenage sideshow driver, which led to the death of an innocent bystander eating tacos with his mother. 

Bay Bridge light show to return with dazzling upgraded display

The Bay Lights will relight the Bay Bridge this week with a larger, more advanced installation designed to last for years to come.

Women in EMS change the scope of emergency services

EMT Traci Schmidt, alongside her partner Paramedic Dean Wilkins, spend their 12-hour shifts answering your calls from a Falck ambulance in Alameda County. 

Oakland police release footage of ex-Raider Doug Martin’s arrest before his death

Oakland police on Monday released body camera and surveillance video showing officers taking former Raiders running back Doug Martin into custody shortly before he died at a hospital.

Bear spray identified as substance in Alameda hazmat situation

Fire officials investigating a hazardous materials incident at an Alameda apartment complex on Monday that sent an adult and a child to a local hospital later determined the substance was bear spray.

Hundreds of teens flock to Alameda beach despite warnings, fights leave one injured

Three fights broke out and a teen was hospitalized after hundreds of young people gathered at an Alameda beach for an "unauthorized" event despite warnings from city officials.

Oakland speed cameras issuing tickets: grace period over

Drivers in Oakland – as of Monday – are now subject to fines after the city's automated speed camera program began issuing tickets following a 60-day warning period.

Overturned rig carrying dishwashers, 2 cars on I-880 blocks traffic in Oakland

A jackknifed semi-truck carrying dish washers and two cars were involved in an accident Monday on Interstate 880 in Oakland that tied up traffic in the early morning hours. 

Oakland Roots open season with high energy and E-40 halftime show

Thousands of fans packed the Coliseum as the Oakland Roots kicked off their home opener with a victory, a halftime performance by Bay Area rapper E-40 and a celebration of Oakland pride.

Oakland speed cameras to start issuing fines: See the hotspots

Oakland’s 60-day grace period for speeding drivers ends this weekend— a shift from mailed warnings to citations.

Alameda police warn of unpermitted ‘beach takeover’ parties at Crown Beach

Alameda police are warning about unpermitted “beach takeover” parties advertised on social media as a massive heat wave heads for the Bay Area this weekend.

Godmother of slain 8th-grade teacher speaks at Oakland town hall on public safety

Community members and city leaders gathered Thursday night at Taylor Memorial Methodist Church for a public safety town hall, days after a deadly mass shooting in downtown Oakland left two people dead and five others injured.

Dublin schools' 4-day strike ends, union says tentative agreement reached

The Dublin Teachers Association says after four days of striking, that a tentative agreement has been reached with the Dublin Unified School District. 

California leaders seek return of Hayward deaf boy deported to Colombia

New efforts are underway to bring a 6-year-old boy who is deaf back to the Bay Area after he, his mother, and younger brother were suddenly deported to Colombia.

Bay Area AI dating company hiring chief officer to plan parties, paying 6-figure salary

An artificial intelligence-driven dating platform based out of Berkeley is hiring for a unique, new position, essentially seeking a chief officer tasked with planning parties on yachts.