Judge considering dismissing charges vs. Alameda officers in Mario Gonzalez death

A judge on Friday said he would issue a written ruling next month on whether to dismiss involuntary manslaughter charges filed against three Alameda police officers who were involved in the death of Mario Gonzalez three years ago as they pinned him to the ground. 

Tribute to the late Hugh Groman, talented chef

We lost a member of our extended KTVU family on Mornings on 2.  Hugh Groman was a talented chef who made numerous visits to our KTVU studios.   

Oakland has installed 100 license plate readers so far

Oakland police said on Thursday that its new license plate reader system is leading to the arrests of violent suspects.

Bay Area teen named USA Mullet Champion after being bullied

It’s a lesson in moxie, determination, and staying true to who you are. And if you’re so lucky, you may be awarded with prizes, celebratory recognition, and even be able to share your story widely.

Berkeley 'spiked drinks' sex assaults investigation

Berkeley police are investigating reports of possible sex crimes and assaults linked to "spiked drinks." 

Hate crime charge filed against Fremont driver

A man was charged with a hate crime after he allegedly pointed a replica gun while shouting racial slurs at a man on a freeway, officials said. 

Woman held in boyfriend's fatal stabbing she blamed on home invaders, cops say

Police have arrested the 27-year-old girlfriend of a man killed in Pleasanton last year, saying she lied about the circumstances surrounding her boyfriend's death. 

2-alarm Oakland fire at multi-story residential building

Firefighters were called out to a two-alarm fire on Thursday morning at a multi-story residential building in Oakland.

Charges vs. Alameda police in Mario Gonzalez death filed on time: DA

Prosecutors who charged three Alameda officers with the involuntary death of Mario Gonzalez three years ago argued in court papers that the case should not be dismissed, even though the police attorneys say they missed a key deadline and didn't file all the proper paperwork.

Supervisors approve civilian oversight over Alameda County Sheriff

After four years of discussion and delays, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday voted to give unprecedented civilian oversight over the sheriff's office.

Oakland armed robberies: Police share suspect vehicle photo

The Oakland Police Department on Tuesday shared a photo of a car they believe is connected to two armed robberies. 

San Francisco wants Oakland airport to stop using its new name now

San Francisco's city attorney filed a preliminary injunction in federal court on Tuesday asking a judge to tell the Oakland airport to immediately stop using its new name, claiming it violates a trademark infringement. 

CHP arrests more than 300 in Oakland in 2 months: Newsom

The California Highway Patrol has made 329 arrests, recovered 606 stolen vehicles and seized 35 firearms in two months, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Tuesday.

BART's Transbay Tube celebrates 50th anniversary, earthquake retrofit complete

The BART Transbay Tunnel celebrated its 50th birthday on Monday with a very special announcement about its resilience to mega earthquakes going forward far, far into the future.  The 50-old infrastructure is now fully ready for the next half-century, perhaps the next millennium.

Teen dies in I-580 Hayward crash, rolls down embankment

A young woman died after her Nissan rolled down a 60-foot embankment in Hayward on Sunday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Suspects use blow torch to steal lottery tickets at Oakland market

In a brazen burglary, two suspects used a blow torch to steal lottery scratchers at a local market in Oakland Friday morning. 

Alameda Comedy Club to close

It will soon be the final curtain for the Alameda Comedy Club, as the company plans to close by the end of the year.