Bay Area polling location closed due to fire concerns
Some voters were turned away at one Bay Area polling location, due to heightened fire concerns.
Some voters were turned away at one Bay Area polling location, due to heightened fire concerns.
2024 election: A closer look at Oakland, San Francisco propositions and measures
Oakland and San Francisco voters will consider measures on violence reduction, a new rideshare tax, and a partial highway closure in November. Here is a closer look at local ballot measures and propositions.
Oakland and San Francisco voters will consider measures on violence reduction, a new rideshare tax, and a partial highway closure in November. Here is a closer look at local ballot measures and propositions.
What to know about the Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price recall
Alameda County voters are being asked on Nov. 5 if they want to recall District Attorney Pamela Price, a progressive prosecutor who was elected to office in 2022.
Alameda County voters are being asked on Nov. 5 if they want to recall District Attorney Pamela Price, a progressive prosecutor who was elected to office in 2022.
BART stabbing suspect faces attempted murder charge
A suspect faces an attempted murder charge in what officials describe as an unprovoked stabbing aboard a BART train in San Francisco.
A suspect faces an attempted murder charge in what officials describe as an unprovoked stabbing aboard a BART train in San Francisco.
Thieves steal computers from Oakland Boys and Girls Club
The Boys and Girls club of Oakland is dealing with a major setback after thousands of dollars’ worth of technology was stolen from them in a burglary on Wednesday.
The Boys and Girls club of Oakland is dealing with a major setback after thousands of dollars’ worth of technology was stolen from them in a burglary on Wednesday.
Oakland's AfroComicCon to feature fashion, film and cosplay at iconic Grand Lake Theatre
In its seventh year, Oakland's AfroComicCon is showing signs of growth. And that's not a bad thing. The organizers are energized by the thrill of this year's event being held at the iconic Grand Lake Theatre, complete with a fashion show.
In its seventh year, Oakland's AfroComicCon is showing signs of growth. And that's not a bad thing. The organizers are energized by the thrill of this year's event being held at the iconic Grand Lake Theatre, complete with a fashion show.
Rep. Swalwell to file defamatory claim vs. Alameda County DA Pamela Price
An East Bay congressman is filing a claim against Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price.
An East Bay congressman is filing a claim against Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price.
Suspect in 'unprovoked' BART train stabbing arrested
BART police have arrested Jovany Portades, the suspect in a stabbing that seriously injured a woman on a BART train Saturday morning.
BART police have arrested Jovany Portades, the suspect in a stabbing that seriously injured a woman on a BART train Saturday morning.
Power shutoffs expected in Bay Area on Election Day
Six Bay Area counties are facing possible power shutoffs on Election Day and the following days, PG&E reported.
Six Bay Area counties are facing possible power shutoffs on Election Day and the following days, PG&E reported.
Día de los Muertos festival kicks off in Oakland
Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood held its popular Dia de los Muertos festival Sunday, for the 29th year.
Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood held its popular Dia de los Muertos festival Sunday, for the 29th year.
Electric flying taxi testing for takeoff in Bay Area would speed up commute
An all-new type of electric aircraft could soon be flying over the Bay Area.
An all-new type of electric aircraft could soon be flying over the Bay Area.
Oakland shop hit by 13th burglary despite city's drop in crime
A family-owned tobacco shop in Oakland was victimized for the 13th time after burglars rammed a car into the shop and stole cigarettes.
A family-owned tobacco shop in Oakland was victimized for the 13th time after burglars rammed a car into the shop and stole cigarettes.
Oakland leaders tout drop in homicide, crime rates
Oakland police and politicians spoke on Friday morning at St. Columba Catholic Church to herald the nearly 30% drop in homicides this year compared to 2023, saying they believe the city is moving in the right direction toward curbing crime, but no one should immediately declare a immediate success.
Oakland police and politicians spoke on Friday morning at St. Columba Catholic Church to herald the nearly 30% drop in homicides this year compared to 2023, saying they believe the city is moving in the right direction toward curbing crime, but no one should immediately declare a immediate success.
Man in prison Halloween costume arrested - for real - in Hayward
A man dressed in a prison uniform for Halloween ended up in handcuffs – for real – after the California Highway Patrol arrested him on suspicion of driving under the influence.
A man dressed in a prison uniform for Halloween ended up in handcuffs – for real – after the California Highway Patrol arrested him on suspicion of driving under the influence.
OUSD facing $79 million deficit this year
Families at Bridges Academy in East Oakland, were excited to see the brand new, green school yard for students and the community Thursday, as the sponsors held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, along with a Halloween festival.
Families at Bridges Academy in East Oakland, were excited to see the brand new, green school yard for students and the community Thursday, as the sponsors held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, along with a Halloween festival.
Oakland Unified warns of possible school closures, budget cuts
Leaders in the Oakland Unified School District warn they’ll need to make serious cuts to the district’s budget, with school closures back on the table.
Leaders in the Oakland Unified School District warn they’ll need to make serious cuts to the district’s budget, with school closures back on the table.
Dashcam video: East Bay family's encounter with man in underwear on I-880
An East Bay family is shaken up after a frightening encounter on a freeway.
An East Bay family is shaken up after a frightening encounter on a freeway.
Livermore house goes all in on Beetlejuice theme for Halloween
The Beetlejuice-themed house is a big hit on Winding Stream Drive. Many neighbors checked it out the night before Halloween, because they know the street will be crowded on the 31st.
The Beetlejuice-themed house is a big hit on Winding Stream Drive. Many neighbors checked it out the night before Halloween, because they know the street will be crowded on the 31st.
Union backs Thao recall; as recall opponents blast wealthy donor
Protesters who oppose the recall of Oakland mayor Sheng Thao performed a skit outside the Piedmont home of Philip Dreyfuss, a donor who has put money into the recall effort of Thao and Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price.
Protesters who oppose the recall of Oakland mayor Sheng Thao performed a skit outside the Piedmont home of Philip Dreyfuss, a donor who has put money into the recall effort of Thao and Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price.
Victim families in deadly Ghost Ship fire welcome affordable housing development in Fruitvale
Plans have been unveiled to build a five-story affordable housing complex at the site of the Ghost Ship warehouse in Oakland's Fruitvale district that burned down in a tragic, deadly fire nearly eight years ago.
Plans have been unveiled to build a five-story affordable housing complex at the site of the Ghost Ship warehouse in Oakland's Fruitvale district that burned down in a tragic, deadly fire nearly eight years ago.