Berkeley starts clearing homeless camp after deadly leptospirosis outbreak linked to rats
The city of Berkeley on Tuesday began clearing a large homeless encampment after officials declared the area a fire hazard and public nuisance following a deadly leptospirosis outbreak linked to rats.
The city of Berkeley on Tuesday began clearing a large homeless encampment after officials declared the area a fire hazard and public nuisance following a deadly leptospirosis outbreak linked to rats.
Berkeley starts clearing homeless camp after deadly leptospirosis outbreak
The city of Berkeley began clearing a large homeless encampment at 8th and Harrison streets Tuesday morning. Jana Katsuyama reports.
The city of Berkeley began clearing a large homeless encampment at 8th and Harrison streets Tuesday morning. Jana Katsuyama reports.
Alameda County Alternative Response Unit hopes to expand mental health service
KTVU went along with Alameda County's Alternative Response Unit in San Leandro as it answered mental health calls Monday. The ARU handles many non-violent calls for help that usually would go to police or fire units. The fire department says the unit has been a success in matching resources to 9-1-1 callers who don't need a police officer or fire rig.
KTVU went along with Alameda County's Alternative Response Unit in San Leandro as it answered mental health calls Monday. The ARU handles many non-violent calls for help that usually would go to police or fire units. The fire department says the unit has been a success in matching resources to 9-1-1 callers who don't need a police officer or fire rig.
Lines at EDD office in Oakland still long, despite agency claims of 'resolved' issues
Long lines persist at the Oakland EDD office on Oakport Street despite the agency saying many issues have been resolved.
Long lines persist at the Oakland EDD office on Oakport Street despite the agency saying many issues have been resolved.
Oakland leaders provide update on city efforts to combat illegal dumping
Oakland city officials and community members gathered for a public meeting in East Oakland to discuss ongoing efforts to address widespread illegal dumping across local neighborhoods.
Oakland city officials and community members gathered for a public meeting in East Oakland to discuss ongoing efforts to address widespread illegal dumping across local neighborhoods.
Major housing development begins at West Oakland BART station, eliminating commuter parking
A major 762-unit residential complex is breaking ground on the West Oakland BART station parking lot. Construction will phase out all parking spaces, initially reducing available spots from 440 down to 200 on a first-come, first-served basis.
A major 762-unit residential complex is breaking ground on the West Oakland BART station parking lot. Construction will phase out all parking spaces, initially reducing available spots from 440 down to 200 on a first-come, first-served basis.
Know your rights as a California tenant
Centro Legal takes turns hosting the clinic on Wednesdays with their partner organizations, including the Eviction Defense Center and East Bay Community Law Center. Centro Legal will be hosting the clinic on September 23. David Hall, tenants’ rights co-director, gives insight.
Centro Legal takes turns hosting the clinic on Wednesdays with their partner organizations, including the Eviction Defense Center and East Bay Community Law Center. Centro Legal will be hosting the clinic on September 23. David Hall, tenants’ rights co-director, gives insight.
Alameda County Fair more profitable without horse racing — why some still want it back
When horse racing left the Alameda County Fair two years ago, some worried that revenues might suffer. Instead, profits jumped — more than doubling, from $2 million to nearly $5 million.
When horse racing left the Alameda County Fair two years ago, some worried that revenues might suffer. Instead, profits jumped — more than doubling, from $2 million to nearly $5 million.
Alameda 9/11 survivor shares his story
For Eric Jones, September 11th is more than a date in history, it is a day he will never forget. He survived the attack on the Pentagon, suffered injuries, and helped others in the aftermath. Years of therapy helped him confront the PTSD that followed. Today, he works at the USS Hornet in Alameda and mentors Bay Area youth, using his experience to help point young people toward a better path.
For Eric Jones, September 11th is more than a date in history, it is a day he will never forget. He survived the attack on the Pentagon, suffered injuries, and helped others in the aftermath. Years of therapy helped him confront the PTSD that followed. Today, he works at the USS Hornet in Alameda and mentors Bay Area youth, using his experience to help point young people toward a better path.
Oakland nonprofits aim to secure funds for youth programs from historic Meta settlement
California is expected to receive upwards of $1.5 billion to $2 billion from the $17.1 billion settlement payout.
California is expected to receive upwards of $1.5 billion to $2 billion from the $17.1 billion settlement payout.
PG&E outage, fire prompts major BART delays
PG&E told KTVU just before 8:55 p.m. that power had been restored.
PG&E told KTVU just before 8:55 p.m. that power had been restored.
Thousands to gather in Oakland for free STEM fair, brainchild of Stanford's Ahmed Muhammad
Thousands of kids are set to converge in Oakland on Saturday for what's become a beloved gathering where science is celebrated, and the community comes together for fun, interactive activities and endless learning opportunities.
Thousands of kids are set to converge in Oakland on Saturday for what's become a beloved gathering where science is celebrated, and the community comes together for fun, interactive activities and endless learning opportunities.
Pleasanton police probe rash of restaurant break-ins
Pleasanton police are investigating multiple burglaries that took place before dawn on Thursday. Nearly 20 businesses, mostly restaurants, were broken into. Investigators believe this is the result of the same crew of burglars.
Pleasanton police are investigating multiple burglaries that took place before dawn on Thursday. Nearly 20 businesses, mostly restaurants, were broken into. Investigators believe this is the result of the same crew of burglars.
I-580 SWAT standoff in San Leandro ends with 2 arrests
A SWAT standoff on an East Bay freeway Thursday ended with two arrests.
A SWAT standoff on an East Bay freeway Thursday ended with two arrests.
Oakland's Favianna Rodriguez: Artist, printmaker, and cultural organizer
Favianna Rodriguez says free community art programs in East Oakland helped change the course of her life. Now, 26 years into her career, the artist is being honored with the California Arts Council’s top-tier legacy fellowship, recognizing both her art and her impact on communities.
Favianna Rodriguez says free community art programs in East Oakland helped change the course of her life. Now, 26 years into her career, the artist is being honored with the California Arts Council’s top-tier legacy fellowship, recognizing both her art and her impact on communities.
Man charged in shootout with Oakland police near Manzanita Park
The man was charged with attempted murder, assault on a police officer and arson in connection with the Sunday confrontation.
The man was charged with attempted murder, assault on a police officer and arson in connection with the Sunday confrontation.
San Mateo County sheriff's deputy choked 5-year-old son over breakfast: prosecutors
San Mateo County Sheriff's Deputy Steven Romero has been charged with felony child abuse involving his 5-year-old son at his Livermore home.
San Mateo County Sheriff's Deputy Steven Romero has been charged with felony child abuse involving his 5-year-old son at his Livermore home.
Oakland woman takes first steps after crash involving kid drivers
An Oakland woman critically injured when a car driven by two young children struck her is back on her feet one month after the crash, marking a major milestone in her recovery.
An Oakland woman critically injured when a car driven by two young children struck her is back on her feet one month after the crash, marking a major milestone in her recovery.
Man trying to protect mother arrested in deadly stabbing of his father in Castro Valley
A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after he stabbed his father to death in Castro Valley. Authorities say the son intervened in a physical fight involving his parents.
A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after he stabbed his father to death in Castro Valley. Authorities say the son intervened in a physical fight involving his parents.
Son arrested in deadly Castro Valley stabbing was trying to defend mother: sherif
Alameda County sheriff's deputies say the suspect acted after hearing his mother in distress during a physical fight with his father.
Alameda County sheriff's deputies say the suspect acted after hearing his mother in distress during a physical fight with his father.