Security guard arrested after not wearing mask on bus dies in Santa Rita Jail
The story of what happened to Maurice Monk, a 45-year-old security guard who suffered from mental illness and who died in a cell on Monday, raises questions about the care he received while incarcerated and why he was in Santa Rita Jail in the first place.
The story of what happened to Maurice Monk, a 45-year-old security guard who suffered from mental illness and who died in a cell on Monday, raises questions about the care he received while incarcerated and why he was in Santa Rita Jail in the first place.
Man who attacked Oakland Chinatown leader awaits fate
James Lee Ramsey pleaded no contest earlier this year to assault for attacking Carl Chan from behind near 8th and Broadway in downtown Oakland in April.
James Lee Ramsey pleaded no contest earlier this year to assault for attacking Carl Chan from behind near 8th and Broadway in downtown Oakland in April.
Hayward Unified votes to close fewer schools than anticipated
The Hayward Unified School District unanimously voted late Wednesday to close two elementary schools before the start of the next academic year: It's a compromise the board made with community members, who were passionate about keeping their schools open.
The Hayward Unified School District unanimously voted late Wednesday to close two elementary schools before the start of the next academic year: It's a compromise the board made with community members, who were passionate about keeping their schools open.
Man, woman found dead of gunshot wounds in Oakland apartment building
Oakland police said a man and a woman were found dead of gunshot wounds in the 400 block of 17th Street.
Oakland police said a man and a woman were found dead of gunshot wounds in the 400 block of 17th Street.
Oakland's police chief paints a bleak picture for his department's resources
Oakland Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong addressed the recent surge in violence and how he's managing with dwindling resources and staffing.
Oakland Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong addressed the recent surge in violence and how he's managing with dwindling resources and staffing.
Community rallies to keep four Hayward schools open as district makes decision
Hundreds of school families and teachers rallied ahead of a critical vote to close four schools in the Hayward Unified School District. The district said the closures are necessary because of declining enrollment
Hundreds of school families and teachers rallied ahead of a critical vote to close four schools in the Hayward Unified School District. The district said the closures are necessary because of declining enrollment
Parents rally to save Hayward Unified schools ahead of vote on proposed closures
More than 100 people gathered for a rally outside Hayward Unified School District headquarters on Wednesday to decry the potential closure of a handful of schools.
More than 100 people gathered for a rally outside Hayward Unified School District headquarters on Wednesday to decry the potential closure of a handful of schools.
Oakland Coliseum's exciting future could involve new NFL team, WNBA
With the Raiders and Golden State Warriors gone from the Oakland Coliseum, and the A's likely leaving there too, the question is what will take their places?
With the Raiders and Golden State Warriors gone from the Oakland Coliseum, and the A's likely leaving there too, the question is what will take their places?
San Leandro pair allegedly kidnapped girl from Honduras, forced her into prostitution
After months of investigation, police arrested two San Leandro residents for kidnapping and committing multiple sex crimes against a teenage girl from Honduras, the San Leandro Police Department announced on Wednesday.
After months of investigation, police arrested two San Leandro residents for kidnapping and committing multiple sex crimes against a teenage girl from Honduras, the San Leandro Police Department announced on Wednesday.
Alleged car thief drags Alameda County deputy, strikes another during chase
Two Alameda County sheriff's deputies were injured while pursuing a car thief who used a stolen vehicle as a weapon in his attempt to escape, the sheriff's office said.
Two Alameda County sheriff's deputies were injured while pursuing a car thief who used a stolen vehicle as a weapon in his attempt to escape, the sheriff's office said.
Oakland chooses African-American group to develop Coliseum
The Oakland City Council unanimously voted to move forward with the African American Sports and Entertainment Group.
The Oakland City Council unanimously voted to move forward with the African American Sports and Entertainment Group.
Wilma Chan's chief of staff appointed to fill her seat on board of supervisors
Following the untimely death of Supervisor Wilma Chan, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday appointed Chan's former Chief of Staff Dave Brown to replace her.
Following the untimely death of Supervisor Wilma Chan, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday appointed Chan's former Chief of Staff Dave Brown to replace her.
Couple's dreams shattered after Oakland mother is killed in Lake Merritt shooting
Candles and balloons were placed at Oakland's Lake Merritt less than one week after a young woman was shot and killed during a night out with friends.
Candles and balloons were placed at Oakland's Lake Merritt less than one week after a young woman was shot and killed during a night out with friends.
Oakland mayor announces bold rental assistance pilot program
200 Oakland families will each get ongoing support, averaging $750 a month, for up to 18 months, to reduce their rents by 50%.
200 Oakland families will each get ongoing support, averaging $750 a month, for up to 18 months, to reduce their rents by 50%.
New free option for Oakland bulk waste disposal
A new program in Oakland just launched that created free options for residents to get rid of bulky waste.
A new program in Oakland just launched that created free options for residents to get rid of bulky waste.
Double shooting near Oakland's Lake Merritt
A man and woman were shot near Lake Merritt early Monday morning, just days after a deadly shooting at the Oakland landmark.
A man and woman were shot near Lake Merritt early Monday morning, just days after a deadly shooting at the Oakland landmark.
Double shooting: Mother and daughter shot in Oakland
A mother and daughter were shot late Sunday night in Oakland, police said, and video at the scene showed that a window at their home was blown out.
A mother and daughter were shot late Sunday night in Oakland, police said, and video at the scene showed that a window at their home was blown out.
California gas prices set new record as Bay Area prices soar even higher
Gas prices in California reached an all-time high on Monday, with prices in the Bay Area even higher, hitting new records of their own.
Gas prices in California reached an all-time high on Monday, with prices in the Bay Area even higher, hitting new records of their own.
Racist graffiti found in Oakland, protest against hate in Los Gatos
Racist graffiti was discovered at a market in Oakland's Chinatown and 2,500 people marched in Los Gatos against hate speech and hate crimes.
Racist graffiti was discovered at a market in Oakland's Chinatown and 2,500 people marched in Los Gatos against hate speech and hate crimes.
Fremont police officer released from hospital after crash with another car
A Fremont police officer hospitalized with major injuries after a collision Saturday night has been released from a hospital and is recovering at home.
A Fremont police officer hospitalized with major injuries after a collision Saturday night has been released from a hospital and is recovering at home.