Naomi Ruth Petersheim Obituary Jul 5, 2026
Naomi Ruth (Beachy) Petersheim, of Oakland, MD, died peacefully at home on Sunday, July 5, 2026. Born on…
Berkeley’s 12 most whimsical sidewalk libraries
This little library, made from a cabinet found at Urban Ore, is at 363 Panoramic Way. Credit: Hope…
Oakland museum stolen artifacts: Can they still be recovered?
It has been nearly nine months since thieves stole more than 1,000 artifacts, including Native American baskets and…
Researchers electrically power nanophotonic lasers without disturbing light
Discovery could lead to a new generation of compact and energy-efficient photonic technologies July 6, 2026 by Marni…
Tori Kelly talks Jesus Generation tour, featuring Forrest Frank
Tori Kelly has a lot on her plate these days. For starters, the multitalented singer-songwriter-guitarist just dropped her…
Legendary Bay Area high school coach, hall of famer, Gene Nakamura dies
article Eugene Nakamura being honored at a Golden State Valkyries game in San Francisco. (Wade Nakamura) BERKELEY, Calif.…
Man fatally shot in East Oakland hills
OAKLAND — A man was fatally shot Tuesday morning in the East Oakland hills, authorities said. His name…
Alameda Book Con 2026 happening Saturday at island city’s main library
The Alameda Free Library will hold its inaugural book convention this Saturday, featuring Bay Area authors and their…
Gunman Abducts Woman During Violent Kidnapping Investigation In East Bay
Police described the woman as between 30 and 32 years old and weighs about 130 pounds. Police said…
California makes a subtle but impactful change to how it finances preschools
This story was originally published by EdSource. Sign up for their daily newsletter. Top Takeaways Preschool funding, once…
Before America Was Born, Virginia’s Oakland Green Farm Was Already Building an Agricultural Legacy
LEESBURG, Va. (Voices of Agriculture) — As the nation recently celebrated its 250th anniversary, Oakland Green Farm is…
Commentary | Push to shutter Oakland charter school hinges on a misguided approach to accountability
Jerry Brown was the 34th and 39th governor of California. He was previously elected California Attorney General and…