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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Oakland's MACRO touts improvements despite criticism; needs $4M a year to survive

Three years after it launched, the Mobile Assistance Community Responders of Oakland, otherwise known as MACRO, is telling city leaders it has been making positive strides – despite questions from critics over some of its data - and its director said it needs roughly $4-million a year to survive.

Bags don't fly free anymore; Southwest abandons long-standing perk

It's the end of an airline industry mainstay: Southwest Airlines had touted its no-baggage fees for decades. But all of that is coming to an end. 

WWII memorabilia stolen from Oakland man whose family served in military for generations

An Oakland homeowner is trying to recover priceless World War II memorabilia belonging to his family, marking generations of military service to this country, which were stolen over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.

Remains of East Bay soldier killed during WW2 returned for burial
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The remains of Lt. Thomas Kelly were returned to his family in Livermore, where he was laid to rest Monday, 81 years after his plane was shot down by enemy fire during World War II.

Large clipper ship sinks in Alameda

A large clipper ship sank Sunday night in the waters in Alameda. 

WWII airman's remains returned home to Livermore, 81 years later

A Livermore man who fought in World War II and was declared missing in action will be laid to rest in his hometown and finally be laid to rest on Memorial Day. 

Oakland clears out massive homeless encampment near I-880

A large homeless encampment in Oakland has been cleared out. City officials announced Friday that crews have finished the closure of the encampment on East 12th Street near 14th Avenue, not far from I-880. 

Oakland Amber Alert suspects charged with kidnapping and assault

Several family members of a child who was abducted in Oakland this week are now facing charges by the Alameda County District Attorney's Office.