Days left until Newark Macy's store closes doors for good

A slow stream of loyal Macy's customers made their way inside the store at NewPark Mall on Thursday to see what deals could be had days before the retail giant closed the door permanently.

This East Bay city ranked worst in the U.S. for first-time homebuyers

An East Bay city ranked the worst out of 150 U.S. cities for first-time homebuyers. High monthly mortgage payments and high crime rates landed it at the bottom. It was one of several Bay Area cities among the worst in the U.S.

New Hollywood-produced movie puts Oakland on the big screen

A new Hollywood-produced movie puts Oakland on the big screen. On Wednesday night, the star-studded cast of "Freaky Tales" walked the red carpet at the special screening held at the Grand Lake Theater in Oakland. The film was described as being a love letter to the East Bay city and a celebration of its culture.

Oakland mother channels grief over son's slaying into helping others

After 18-year-old Khadafy Washington was fatally shot in Oakland, his mother was awash in grief. She has since channeled her emotions into action, embarking on what would become a decades-long effort to help others navigate the aftermath of violence.

Fremont city council amends controversial homeless bill

A controversial city law, which banned "aiding and abetting" homeless residents, has been amended to remove that language after advocates and residents criticized it for being too vague.

Friends say Oakland 15-year-old killed en route to soccer practice in attempted robbery

Family and friends held a vigil in East Oakland on Wednesday for a 15-year-old boy who was killed on his way to soccer practice earlier this week during what appears to be an attempted robbery. 

Controversy over GoFundMe in deadly San Leandro house fire

A controversy over a GoFundMe campaign has erupted in the wake of a San Leandro house fire that killed members of three generations of a family.

Driver flips car in I-580 crash, CHP recovers unregistered gun

The CHP says a driver flipped their car in a solo-vehicle crash on I-580 on Tuesday. An unregistered gun was recovered from the scene.

East Oakland shooting claims life of teen

A teen was killed in a shooting in East Oakland late Monday afternoon.

Oakland-based immigration attorney talks know your rights
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Attorney Helen Lawrence, talks immigration court appearances, know your rights and travel advice for international students and DACA recipients. The Law Office of Helen Lawrence is an Oakland-based of immigration law practice dedicated to providing representation and legal services.

2 flee after passenger dies in early morning Hayward crash

One person was killed early Sunday morning in Hayward when the vehicle they were in collided with a curb and tipped on its side, according to police.

BART service resumes after 'major medical emergency' delay

BART service between the Lake Merritt and Coliseum stations has been restored after it was temporarily stopped following a "major medical emergency," the transit agency said Saturday. 

AC Transit to raise prices effective this summer

Some riders on Alameda and some Contra Costa buses may notice a slight pinch to their wallets as AC Transit raises the cash fare price for rides for adults, effective this summer.

Person killed outside Lucky's grocery store in Hayward

A man was killed outside a Lucky's grocery store in Hayward on Saturday night, police officials reported. 

41st annual Saint Patrick's Day parade and festival held in Dublin

One of the biggest Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations took place in the East Bay on Saturday: the 41st annual Saint Patrick’s Day parade and festival kicked off just after 9:30 a.m.