Oakland to use street barriers to curb sex work in known hotspot
The city of Oakland will test a new strategy to deter sex work by blocking access to side streets off International Boulevard, though some residents and business owners doubt it will reduce activity.
The city of Oakland will test a new strategy to deter sex work by blocking access to side streets off International Boulevard, though some residents and business owners doubt it will reduce activity.
Dave & Buster's preparing for Jack London Square grand opening Monday
A major name in entertainment is officially joining Oakland’s Jack London Square. Dave & Buster's is scheduled to hold a grand opening ceremony Monday at its new home located at 55 Harrison Street.
A major name in entertainment is officially joining Oakland’s Jack London Square. Dave & Buster's is scheduled to hold a grand opening ceremony Monday at its new home located at 55 Harrison Street.
First Fridays dispute sparks deadly shooting, revenge killing in East Oakland
Two fatal shootings in East Oakland earlier this month that left a man and a woman dead stemmed from a dispute at a First Fridays event, authorities said.
Two fatal shootings in East Oakland earlier this month that left a man and a woman dead stemmed from a dispute at a First Fridays event, authorities said.
SFO and Oakland airport battle has settled
The two-year legal battle between the airports in San Francisco and Oakland has settled.
The two-year legal battle between the airports in San Francisco and Oakland has settled.
Elon Musk shows up to OpenAI trial, but not in a Tesla
Elon Musk arrived before opening statements began for a high-stakes trial against Sam Altman on Tuesday – but it wasn't in a Tesla.
Elon Musk arrived before opening statements began for a high-stakes trial against Sam Altman on Tuesday – but it wasn't in a Tesla.
Oakland police kill armed man who allegedly pointed gun at residents, officers
Authorities said Oakland police officers fatally shot a man on Monday who was allegedly armed and pointing a gun at residents and responding officers.
Authorities said Oakland police officers fatally shot a man on Monday who was allegedly armed and pointing a gun at residents and responding officers.
Overnight Caldecott Tunnel closures spell traffic trouble for East Bay commuters
Three of the four Caldecott Tunnel bores will be closed overnight through the end of April for maintenance and other work.
Three of the four Caldecott Tunnel bores will be closed overnight through the end of April for maintenance and other work.
East Bay community event offers healing resources for sexual assault survivors
As Sexual Assault Awareness Month comes to a close, a powerful community gathering in the East Bay is providing a sanctuary for survivors to transition "from silence to restoration."
As Sexual Assault Awareness Month comes to a close, a powerful community gathering in the East Bay is providing a sanctuary for survivors to transition "from silence to restoration."
Fremont mom leads with campaign cash in Race to fill Swalwell's congressional seat
Voters in Alameda County will get a June 2 primary ballot as well as a June 16 special electon ballot for the congressional seat vacated by Eric Swalwell.
Voters in Alameda County will get a June 2 primary ballot as well as a June 16 special electon ballot for the congressional seat vacated by Eric Swalwell.
No Swalwell victims have come forward in Alameda County: DA
The Alameda County District Attorney’s office announced that no one in the Bay Area has so far come forward with sexual misconduct allegations against former US Rep. Eric Swalwell, despite ongoing investigations in other major cities.
The Alameda County District Attorney’s office announced that no one in the Bay Area has so far come forward with sexual misconduct allegations against former US Rep. Eric Swalwell, despite ongoing investigations in other major cities.
After Oakland stint, Floyd Mitchell settles in as Fremont police chief
Just six weeks into his tenure, Fremont Police Chief Floyd Mitchell is still making the rounds at the department’s headquarters while settling into his new role.
Just six weeks into his tenure, Fremont Police Chief Floyd Mitchell is still making the rounds at the department’s headquarters while settling into his new role.
Two Oakland nonprofits face setback after equipment, golf cart stolen
Two East Bay nonprofits dedicated to providing youth access to extracurricular activities are reeling after thieves broke into their spaces and stole thousands of dollars in goods.
Two East Bay nonprofits dedicated to providing youth access to extracurricular activities are reeling after thieves broke into their spaces and stole thousands of dollars in goods.
Suspect steals UPS truck, engages in Fremont police standoff
A suspect authorities initially believed was armed was taken into custody after allegedly stealing a UPS truck early Thursday and barricading himself inside, triggering a four-hour standoff with Fremont police, officials said.
A suspect authorities initially believed was armed was taken into custody after allegedly stealing a UPS truck early Thursday and barricading himself inside, triggering a four-hour standoff with Fremont police, officials said.
Popular Rockridge Trader Joe's could be replaced by senior housing
A major new development proposal could drastically reshape the skyline of Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood, and displace a popular Trader Joe's.
A major new development proposal could drastically reshape the skyline of Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood, and displace a popular Trader Joe's.
Residents raise concerns at East Oakland town hall
Oakland residents on Wednesday voiced concerns about crime, illegal dumping and neighborhood conditions during a community town hall hosted by Council President Kevin Jenkins in East Oakland.
Oakland residents on Wednesday voiced concerns about crime, illegal dumping and neighborhood conditions during a community town hall hosted by Council President Kevin Jenkins in East Oakland.
Student opposition to cuts, as OUSD faces June 30 budget deadline
Students and staff showed up at Wednesday's Oakland Unified School District's Board meeting with signs and speeches to tell the Board why they oppose cuts to a staff member they call the "heart" of La Escuelita Elementary School.
Students and staff showed up at Wednesday's Oakland Unified School District's Board meeting with signs and speeches to tell the Board why they oppose cuts to a staff member they call the "heart" of La Escuelita Elementary School.
Man's body discovered on UC Berkeley campus; no indication of foul play, officials say
The body of a man was discovered on UC Berkeley's campus Wednesday afternoon. Campus police say the person found does not appear to be affiliated with the university.
The body of a man was discovered on UC Berkeley's campus Wednesday afternoon. Campus police say the person found does not appear to be affiliated with the university.
Creek near Oakland Zoo focus of Earth Day
Earth Day is Wednesday, a reminder to everyone to be good stewards of the world. The goal of the day is to get people involved in addressing issues like climate change and pollution.
Earth Day is Wednesday, a reminder to everyone to be good stewards of the world. The goal of the day is to get people involved in addressing issues like climate change and pollution.
Ayo Brame: from Oakland to the world stage
He’s only been playing sax since 2022, but Oakland native Ayo Brame is already touring internationally and earning major recognition. Ayo will be celebrating his19th Birthday at Yoshi's Oakland Fri–Sat, Apr 24–25.
He’s only been playing sax since 2022, but Oakland native Ayo Brame is already touring internationally and earning major recognition. Ayo will be celebrating his19th Birthday at Yoshi's Oakland Fri–Sat, Apr 24–25.
Tree removal at West Oakland BART station sparks community concern
Construction is slated to begin soon at the West Oakland BART station, but plans to remove dozens of trees for a new housing development are causing alarm among nearby residents.
Construction is slated to begin soon at the West Oakland BART station, but plans to remove dozens of trees for a new housing development are causing alarm among nearby residents.