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.

Former Oakland officers take fatal 'ghost chase' case to Supreme Court

Two former Oakland police officers have taken a deadly "ghost chase" case to the US Supreme Court, hoping to persuade the justices that they did not violate a bystander’s due process. The case centers on the death of Lolo Soakai, who was killed in a freak accident while getting food at a taco truck with his mother.

3 arrested following West Oakland shooting

A large law enforcement response unfolded in a West Oakland neighborhood Thursday afternoon following a shooting earlier in the day.

NTSB timeline: Minutes leading up to Hayward house explosion

The National Transportation Safety Board has released a preliminary timeline on a gas pipe explosion and fire that destroyed homes in Hayward late last year. The disaster occurred after an asphalt crew struck an underground gas line, leading to a massive blast less than two hours later.

Evacuations lifted following Alameda gas leak

A gas leak prompted the evacuation of nearby schools and residents Wednesday afternoon in Alameda.

Deadly bacterial outbreak discovered at Berkeley homeless encampment

Berkeley city leadership issued a public health warning on Monday after animals in a homeless encampment tested positive for leptospirosis, a bacterial disease that can be fatal in dogs and humans.

John Beam murder case on hold pending competency evaluation

An Alameda County Superior Court judge has suspended the criminal case against the man charged in the shooting death of Laney College Athletic Director John Beam pending the results of psychological evaluations.

Livermore school board delays vote on potential cuts as parents, staff speak out on $16M shortfall

The Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District postponed a vote on a proposed list of budget cuts Tuesday night, as parents, teachers and staff packed a board meeting to voice concerns. The district is trying to close a more than $16 million budget shortfall over the next two years.

Volunteer who picks up trash around Oakland robbed while cleaning street corner

Andy Wang, a 30-year-old electrical engineer known for spending his weekends picking up trash in the East Bay, was robbed in West Oakland while cleaning a street corner.

Oakland to host Bay Area's only official Super Bowl watch party

Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee announced on Monday that her city will host the Bay Area's only official NFL Super Bowl watch party when the game is played on Feb. 8. 

Hundreds demand accountability for Oakland's illegal dumping 'crisis'

Frustrated Oakland residents packed a town hall meeting Monday night, calling the city’s ongoing struggle with illegal dumping a "city-wide health crisis" and demanding that local leaders move beyond simple cleanups toward legislation to hold those responsible accountable. 

Mayor Barbara Lee on Oakland’s Super Bowl fan zone
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Mayor Barbara Lee, talks Oakland’s official Super Bowl watch party. BAHC Live! Fan Zone is a free, family-friendly event happening on Super Bowl Sunday, February 8, from 11AM to 6PM, featuring local food vendors, live music, and drinks.

Tenants abandon massive lizard in Alameda

Former tenants left a massive lizard, called an ornate Niles monitor, behind in their home, Alameda police announced on Monday.