Several anti-war protests spring up around Bay Area

Some demonstrators celebrated the potential for regime change while also expressing concern about the US-Israel attacks on Iran and its people.

Class action lawsuit alleges Flock license plate readers violate CA law and privacy of residents

Flock Safety is facing a class action lawsuit. Filed by an Oakland-based firm, it alleges the company's license plate reading cameras are violating the law and the privacy of California residents.

5 Oakland residents arrested in brazen Beverly Hills robbery

Beverly Hills detectives, with the help of the U.S. Marshals Service task force, located and arrested the five suspects in Oakland.

Dublin's Cherie's Southern Kitchen, from corporate to crispy
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With roots in Louisiana, Cherie grew up perfecting Southern recipes she always dreamed of sharing. In 2023, inspired by her son Bryce’s class business plan, she left her corporate career to open Cherie’s Southern Kitchen in Dublin.

Gathering, a story of memory, resilience and community
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Gathering by Yaa Samar! Dance Theatre is an immersive performance that tells the story of Israa, a young woman confronting fragmented memories after an attack on her village. Samar Haddad King, the artistic director gives insight. Performances run from February 27- March 1 at UC Berkeley's  Zellerbach Playhouse.

Oakland teachers avert strike, up to 13% raises on the table

A teachers' strike in Oakland was averted early Friday morning after the union representing educators in the district announced it reached a tentative agreement with school officials following an 18-hour bargaining session.

Standout Oakland student-athlete, with 4.3 GPA, has eyes set on becoming a surgeon

A standout Oakland high school student-athlete is being celebrated for not only his academic achievements, but his leadership by example and his contributions on and off the basketball court. 

Oakland school board approves 400 layoffs

The Oakland Unified School District board voted Wednesday night to approve controversial layoffs that could affect more than 400 positions as the district works to close a nearly $100 million budget deficit.

OUSD board to vote on cutting hundreds of jobs

Oakland Unified School District board members are set to vote Wednesday on cutting hundreds of jobs as they work to close a nearly $100-million budget deficit, while also negotiating with teachers to avoid a potential strike.

Oakland's Lunar New Year Parade set to draw thousands to Chinatown

Organizers say this year’s celebration will be the largest yet. The Lunar New Year Parade is meant to celebrate culture, showcase community pride, and boost local businesses.

Historic tennis club recalls being first and only Black national champions

The predominantly-Black club is not active anymore, but it was a mecca for Black tennis players 70 years ago, when the sport was segregated.

Families of 3 who disappeared bond in anguish as FBI ties cases to human trafficking

The families of three women who disappeared - one victim's body has been found - shared their pain with KTVU after meeting with police and the FBI, who believe all the cases are linked to each other and to human trafficking. 

Man charged in Pleasanton double killings of ex-girlfriend's mom, brother

A man charged in the killings of his ex-girlfriend’s mother and brother in Pleasanton faces life in prison without the possibility of parole if convicted.

Oakland Zoo celebrates 'milestone' birth of monkey

The Oakland Zoo is celebrating the arrival of the newest member of its family, with a newborn red-tailed monkey marking a "milestone," the first birth of a guenon species at the zoo, officials said. 

Alameda police make arrests after business break-ins

Alameda police say several suspects have been arrested in connection with a string of commercial burglaries.