Oakland Police Chief James Beere officially sworn in

City leaders and community members gathered at Oakland City Hall on Wednesday to swear in James Beere as Oakland's permanent police chief.

AG investigating deadly Fremont police shooting of 62-year-old man

New details have emerged regarding a fatal police shooting that occurred last week at a senior living facility in Fremont.

Oakland Roots face deadline to settle $1.4M in overdue rent or risk not playing at Coliseum Saturday

The Oakland Roots are racing against the clock to resolve a major financial dispute with the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority, placing the team's upcoming home schedule in jeopardy.

Oakland's Town Biscuits: flavor, roots and community
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From North Carolina flavors to Oakland kitchen experience, two cooks have found a way to blend their backgrounds into one breakfast business. Chasity Barwick, and Will Kovach, owners of Town Biscuits, share their tasty journey.

New allegations against former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao

Federal prosecutors have revealed new allegations in the ongoing federal corruption case involving former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and California Waste Solutions, the city's recycling contractor.

A look at Alameda County's highest payouts and settlements

Alameda County has paid $267 million to settle lawsuits and award plaintiffs following jury verdicts since 2000, with the highest award – $36 million – paid out a few months ago, according to an analysis of data obtained through the county counsel's office and additional KTVU reporting. 

Police activity near Fremont senior living home
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Aerial video from SkyFox shows multiple police cars and officers in the area of Walnut Avenue between California Street and Fremont Boulevard.

Mistah F.A.B arrested after July 4 video sparks illegal fireworks investigation

Mistah F.A.B. – whose legal name is Stanley Cox – was booked into the Santa Rita Jail on suspicion of possessing fireworks and receiving stolen property.

Two Bay Area women detained by ICE at airports

Two Bay Area women are in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody after being detained at separate airports this week in incidents that were captured on camera.

Wood Tavern, beloved neighborhood restaurant, Oakland fixture, to close its doors after 20 years

The Wood Tavern in Oakland, a neighborhood staple where friends have gathered, families have celebrated, and the community has connected, has announced it is closing after 20 years in business.

Popular restaurant worker in Berkeley severely assaulted, left unconscious

A popular restaurant worker in Berkeley is facing a long road to recovery after his family says he was beaten, robbed, and left unconscious after he left work.

Former Livermore Little League player drafted by Kansas City Royals

From playing on the Livermore Little League team to playing high school and collegiate baseball, Tanner Griffith's love and dedication to baseball got him drafted by the Kansas City Royals in the 11th round.

Oakland Unified School District to implement full cell phone ban

The OUSD board voted in June to enforce its own “bell-to-bell" cell phone ban, which will prevent students from using their phones during or between classes and during lunch periods.

North Oakland bus stop shooting leaves man dead

The victim was found at a bus stop in North Oakland on Martin Luther King Jr. Way near 43rd Street

Little Fire: Residents return home after evacuation orders lifted

Residents were allowed back into their homes Wednesday after authorities lifted all evacuation orders around a vegetation fire burning in the Sunol Valley.