Tariffs on imported goods lead to price hikes at Bay Area Asian markets
Walk into almost any Asian market in the Bay Area, and you're likely to encounter products imported by Taylor Chow, a local importer who sources food from various parts of Asia.
Division grows over transgender students playing female sports in California
As the ongoing debate over transgender students competing in female sports intensifies in California, in Oakland on Friday, a group of parents called for the California Interscholastic Federation to change its policy.
Busy weekend at Bay Area car dealerships as tariffs loom
The Trump administration's 25% tariffs on imported passenger cars and light trucks are having a noticeable effect on car buyers, as many rushed to dealerships this weekend to make their purchases before the new tariffs take effect.
Oakland voters prepare for mayoral election as Barbara Lee, Loren Taylor campaign across city
As the special election on April 15 draws closer, the two front-runners, Barbara Lee and Loren Taylor, are actively engaging with the community in different parts of the city.
Bay Area car buyers close deals amid looming Trump tariffs on imported vehicles
Bay Area car dealerships are expected to be busy this weekend as buyers seek to close deals, as the Trump administration's looming tariffs on imported vehicles may soon take effect, possibly as early as next week.
VTA strike enters third week as union leaders disappointed with latest pay proposal
The ongoing strike by VTA workers entered its third week on Monday with no bus or light rail service in operation. The strike, which began on March 10, has left the transit system inoperable as the workers continue to push for better compensation.
Santa Clara town hall highlights growing frustration over Trump, Musk's policies
A packed auditorium at Don Callejon School in Santa Clara was the setting for a fiery town hall where congressman Ro Khanna faced a wave of frustration from his constituents.
Transformation of High Street area in Oakland's Fruitvale District moves forward
The area surrounding the High Street Home Depot in Oakland's Fruitvale District -- once notorious for large encampments, RVs, and tents -- is undergoing a remarkable transformation.
Hundreds gather in San Francisco to protest mass firings of federal employees
On Sunday afternoon, a few hundred demonstrators gathered outside San Francisco City Hall to protest the mass firings of federal employees.
Oakland's Cesar Chavez Library faces potential eviction due to unpaid rent
A beloved community resource in Oakland's Fruitvale District, the Cesar Chavez Library, may soon face eviction over a dispute regarding unpaid rent.
Oakland mayor recall supporters target Barbara Lee in ad as election nears
As Oakland's special mayoral election approaches, campaign rhetoric is intensifying with about 30 days to go before the April 15 vote.
San Francisco's oldest Indian restaurant faces closure threat as downtown struggles to recover
New Delhi restaurant, San Francisco's oldest Indian dining establishment and the city's only Indian legacy business, is facing an uncertain future, as the owner warns that the beloved gem may be forced to close its doors unless more customers return.
Oakland voters hear from 8 mayoral candidates as special election nears
On Saturday, roughly 100 to 150 people gathered at Allen Temple Baptist Church in East Oakland for a mayoral candidate forum.
Graffiti plagues USPS vehicles in Oakland, raising safety concerns
Mail carriers are continuing their routes despite many USPS trucks and vans often displaying graffiti that obscures their logos and makes them look unrecognizable as federal government vehicles.
Oakland turns to shipping containers to tackle long-standing encampment issues
The project aims to resolve a years-long encampment problem that has plagued the area, despite numerous attempts to clear the land.