Bay Area city ranked no. 1 for best food in the US

Beating out Chicago's deep-dish scene or Philly cheesesteaks is the culinary culture in Oakland. 

Potential power shutoffs and when to expect them in the Bay Area

Starting Thursday evening, much of Pacific Gas & Electric's territory will be blasted by offshore wind that could ignite wildfires. But big as the area is, those forcibly shut off will be small.  

Oakland football fight prompts punishment, canceled homecoming games

A fight between football players from two Oakland high school teams has led to punishments that include game suspensions and canceled homecoming games.

Top contenders in Fremont mayoral race trade jabs as contest tightens

Accusations and assertions are flying fast and thick in an East Bay mayoral race and with three weeks to go, the field is tightening.

Mudslinging in Fremont mayor's race intensifies ahead of Election Day
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The two top contenders in the race for mayor in Fremont have been trading political attacks. This, as a third candidate, on Tuesday, canvassed neighborhoods in hopes voters, turned off by mudslinging, will turn to him instead.

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao speaks out against recall as critics interrupt her rally

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao fought back Tuesday against those calling for her ouster, even while being interrupted by a small but vocal group of protesters in the city's Chinatown.

Oakland meeting about Coliseum sale, possible budget cuts canceled at last minute

Oakland city leaders were supposed to meet on Tuesday morning to discuss the Coliseum sale and whether the city will have to make steep budget cuts because of it, but the meeting was canceled at the last minute.

Tesla driver dies after crashing into Fremont apartment complex, sparking fire

The driver of a Tesla died after crashing into an apartment building in Fremont on Monday night, forcing evacuations and sparking a fire, officials say.

Dead body found in Berkeley park

A man was found dead at a park in Berkeley on Monday afternoon, officials say. 

East Oakland birthday party shooting leaves 3 hurt

Gunfire broke out at an East Oakland birthday party Saturday night, wounding three, according to police.

Hip-Hop meets History: Mexodus tells untold story of the Underground Railroad on stage

Mexodus is what is described as a live-loop musical about the underground railroad that led south to Mexico.  Now on the stage at the Berkeley Repertory Theater, this two-man show incorporates instruments, hip-hop, and storytelling meant to draw in the audience to a part of American history.

Triple-shooting on Oakland street, police say

Oakland police are investigating after three people were shot in the same area Saturday night.

Mario Gonzalez supporters want justice after manslaughter charges vs. 2 Alameda officers dropped

Those seeking justice for the death of an Alameda man at the hands of police held a small rally Friday outside an Oakland courthouse where one of three officers still faces involuntary manslaughter charges.

Oakland teen among girls honored by First Lady Jill Biden

An Oakland teen was among a standout group of young women recognized by First Lady Jill Biden for making a difference in their communities.

Marshawn Lynch for Oakland mayor?

Marshawn Lynch for Oakland mayor? The former Oakland Raider hinted as much to Gov. Gavin Newsom.