Three-alarm brush fire scorches Oakland Hills
A brush fire scorched a hillside in Oakland on Saturday night, prompting a large, multi-agency response as officials gathered to combat the blaze.
A brush fire scorched a hillside in Oakland on Saturday night, prompting a large, multi-agency response as officials gathered to combat the blaze.
Tributes pour in for 'Dr. Boomer,' Castlemont math teacher killed in Oakland chase
On the day that he was killed – caught up as an innocent bystander in a CHP pursuit – Castlemont High School math teacher Marvin Boomer was dressed in a plaid jacket and tie.
On the day that he was killed – caught up as an innocent bystander in a CHP pursuit – Castlemont High School math teacher Marvin Boomer was dressed in a plaid jacket and tie.
Oakland Unified approves interim superintendent
A new interim superintendent has been chosen for Oakland schools, the Oakland Unified School District Board of Education confirmed to KTVU.
A new interim superintendent has been chosen for Oakland schools, the Oakland Unified School District Board of Education confirmed to KTVU.
Berkeley Mayor Adena Ishii talks history-making election, pride and more
Calling the role "the best job I've ever had", Berkeley Mayor Adena Ishii says she sees the job of being the first Asian American in the role as a big responsibility.
Calling the role "the best job I've ever had", Berkeley Mayor Adena Ishii says she sees the job of being the first Asian American in the role as a big responsibility.
18-year-old makes 1st court appearance after Castlemont High teacher killed in Oakland chase
The 18-year-old charged with the death of a Castlemont High School teacher during a pursuit through Oakland streets made his first court appearance on Friday in Alameda County Superior Court.
The 18-year-old charged with the death of a Castlemont High School teacher during a pursuit through Oakland streets made his first court appearance on Friday in Alameda County Superior Court.
Copacabana Supper Club debuts at newly reopened Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in Oakland
The Copacabana Supper Club, an Oakland-produced immersive theatrical event, is debuting at the newly renovated Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in downtown Oakland.
The Copacabana Supper Club, an Oakland-produced immersive theatrical event, is debuting at the newly renovated Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts in downtown Oakland.
Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson's first 100 days in office
Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson has only been in office for 100 days.
Alameda County District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson has only been in office for 100 days.
Vigil held for Oakland Castlemont High math teacher killed following CHP pursuit
Castlemont High School held its graduation on Friday, less than two days after a math teacher was killed as an innocent bystander caught up in a California Highway Patrol pursuit of an 18-year-old suspect in Oakland.
Castlemont High School held its graduation on Friday, less than two days after a math teacher was killed as an innocent bystander caught up in a California Highway Patrol pursuit of an 18-year-old suspect in Oakland.
Oakland Castlemont High teacher ID'd as innocent bystander killed after CHP chase
The innocent pedestrian bystander killed during Wednesday's California Highway Patrol chase of a suspect vehicle in Oakland has been identified as a Castlemont High School teacher.
The innocent pedestrian bystander killed during Wednesday's California Highway Patrol chase of a suspect vehicle in Oakland has been identified as a Castlemont High School teacher.
AI supercomputer coming to the Bay Area
The U.S. Department of Energy, in partnership with Dell and NVIDIA, plans to build a new flagship supercomputer at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
The U.S. Department of Energy, in partnership with Dell and NVIDIA, plans to build a new flagship supercomputer at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
Proceeds from W. Kamau Bell's comedy show supporting local arts
Bell is supporting more than a dozen local arts organizations impacted by the cancellation of national grants earlier this month by offering a run of stand-up comedy shows and donating the proceeds.
Bell is supporting more than a dozen local arts organizations impacted by the cancellation of national grants earlier this month by offering a run of stand-up comedy shows and donating the proceeds.
This Oakland company just announced a $1 billion deal with Hailey Bieber
An influential Oakland-based company announces a $1 billion dollar deal with Hailey Bieber's skincare brand.
An influential Oakland-based company announces a $1 billion dollar deal with Hailey Bieber's skincare brand.
Bay Area health officials warn of possible measles exposures
A person tested positive for measles after returning to the Bay Area from international travel in May.
A person tested positive for measles after returning to the Bay Area from international travel in May.
Pedestrian dead, 2 others injured after CHP pursuit in Oakland: police
A pedestrian was killed and at least two others were injured following a California Highway Patrol pursuit in Oakland, police and a witness said, adding that the suspect involved was arrested.
A pedestrian was killed and at least two others were injured following a California Highway Patrol pursuit in Oakland, police and a witness said, adding that the suspect involved was arrested.
Oakland residents sound off on eliminating 400 jobs, reducing police overtime
The Oakland City Council is taking steps to try to close a projected budget gap of more than $100 million for the next fiscal year. A town hall was held Wednesday night, with many residents expressing worry about potential cuts, amid ongoing concerns about crime and quality of life.
The Oakland City Council is taking steps to try to close a projected budget gap of more than $100 million for the next fiscal year. A town hall was held Wednesday night, with many residents expressing worry about potential cuts, amid ongoing concerns about crime and quality of life.
Oakland removes speed bumps installed by residents
Residents say they are fed up with "massive" sideshows and the city's slow response to curtail the activities.
Residents say they are fed up with "massive" sideshows and the city's slow response to curtail the activities.
NAACP demands transparency from Oakland school district after superintendent’s ouster
The organization said in an open letter it was "deeply troubled" by the closed-door decision to remove the superintendent two years ahead of the end of her contract.
The organization said in an open letter it was "deeply troubled" by the closed-door decision to remove the superintendent two years ahead of the end of her contract.
Bay Area rapper Ruby Ibarra announced as NPR Tiny Desk Contest winner
Since its inception over 15 years ago, NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series has taped over 1,100 performances that span a range of genres and sounds. Bay Area rapper and singer Ruby Ibarra is about to add her name to that pantheon.
Since its inception over 15 years ago, NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series has taped over 1,100 performances that span a range of genres and sounds. Bay Area rapper and singer Ruby Ibarra is about to add her name to that pantheon.
DA dismisses charges and $33M fine against Radius Recycling in Oakland
Operators of a metal crushing plant in West Oakland will not face criminal charges in connection to a large fire two years ago that hampered air quality.
Operators of a metal crushing plant in West Oakland will not face criminal charges in connection to a large fire two years ago that hampered air quality.
Oakland high school basketball star credits his grandfather ahead of graduation and collegiate journey
When 17-year-old ArDarius Grayson walks across the stage at Oakland’s Paramount Theater to receive his high school diploma, he will close the end of this period in his life, leaving a lasting and positive mark on his Bulldog community and his city. The student athlete credits his grandfather for instilling in him the importance of an education.
When 17-year-old ArDarius Grayson walks across the stage at Oakland’s Paramount Theater to receive his high school diploma, he will close the end of this period in his life, leaving a lasting and positive mark on his Bulldog community and his city. The student athlete credits his grandfather for instilling in him the importance of an education.