An American Scandal’ examines the human cost of a broken system – The Mercury News
The subtitle of “Rehab,” Shoshana Walter’s book about the collective failure in this country regarding widespread drug addiction,…
A ‘middle-income’ housing program didn’t deliver on promises of affordability. Can Oakland make it work? – East Bay Times
Oakland officials have a new take on a controversial housing program that hasn’t always delivered the affordability it…
Why ‘no tax on tips’ may have limited benefits for California workers – The Mercury News
No tax on tips, a campaign promise by President Donald Trump, is now part of the U.S. tax…
Diwali will be official California holiday
Diwali, the vibrant festival of lights celebrated in Hinduism and other religions, will become an official state holiday…
Two cars hit in shooting on Highway 24 in Oakland
OAKLAND — A man was arrested in connection with a shooting on an Oakland freeway Thursday afternoon, authorities…
Californians spend $8,640 more than other Americans. Where did it go? – The Mercury News
We all know that California is a pricey place to live. However, what drives those higher expenses is…
Man charged after racist death threats to Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee
OAKLAND, Calif. – A 45-year-old man faces hate crime charges after allegedly sending threatening and racist emails to…
Person wounded in Oakland freeway shooting, second in two days – East Bay Times
OAKLAND — A person was wounded in a freeway shooting Friday morning, the California Highway Patrol said. It…
Gravestone Recipe: Joe Sheridan’s Irish Coffee
An Oakland grave from 1962 says: “Here lies Joseph A. Sheridan, the master chef from Shannon, Ireland, who…
Early morning road rage shooting shuts down Oakland freeway near Bay Bridge
article OAKLAND, Calif. – An early morning shooting in Oakland shut down a portion of freeway for more…
Fatal August shootings in Oakland hills determined to be murder and suicide – The Mercury News
OAKLAND — The fatal shootings of a woman and man in the Oakland hills Aug. 16 were a…
NFL player and Oakland native donates turf to alma mater
SAN LEANDRO, Calif. – Oakland native and San Leandro High alum Charles Leno Jr., who played in the…