Man charged with threatening Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee also accused of vowing to ‘skin’ federal judge
OAKLAND — A grand jury could soon decide whether the man accused of threatening to kill Oakland Mayor…
Bay Area homicides 2026: Map and details
The map above shows approximate locations of homicides reported in 2026 in the counties of Santa Clara, San…
Demonstrators gather in Oakland to protest woman’s fatal shooting by ICE
Demonstrators in Oakland protest ICE killing of Renee Nicole Good Dozens of people gathered in Oakland Wednesday night…
New Bay Area restaurants in 2026: 11 we’re excited about
You have to hand it to the Bay Area’s resilient restaurant industry. Despite increases in every budget category,…
PG&E substation fires in Bay Area followed safety violations flagged by state inspectors
Two recent fires at PG&E substations cut power to thousands, drew condemnation from members of Congress, and spotlighted…
Oakland’s homicide rate in 2025 was lowest in nearly 6 decades
OAKLAND — Oakland recorded its fewest homicides in nearly six decades last year, a striking turnaround that came…
Bay Area and California rebound with job gains after months of losses
The Bay Area and California both had robust job gains in November 2025 that represented rebounds from months…
Oakland family seeks answers after hit-and-run leaves woman critically injured
OAKLAND, Calif. – An Oakland family is demanding answers after a hit-and-run crash left their loved one fighting…
Oakland’s homicide rate in 2025 was lowest in nearly 6 decades
OAKLAND — Oakland recorded its fewest homicides in nearly six decades last year, a striking turnaround that came…
Despite decline in volume, Port of Oakland’s latest numbers could be a good sign – East Bay Times
A 4.1% decline in year-over-year trade volume at the Port of Oakland might not normally be considered a…
Oakland mayor, city leaders tout lower crime rates in 2025
OAKLAND, Calif. – Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee on Wednesday credited prevention, accountability and multi-agency partnerships for the city’s…
Bay Area homicides 2026: Map and details
The map above shows approximate locations of homicides reported in 2026 in the counties of Santa Clara, San…