OUSD officials search for ways to cut costs to avert looming budget crisis
Oakland school district officials have been given a wake-up call by county officials about a looming budget crisis that could spell disaster if it isn't addressed soon.
San Francisco demonstrators gather outside city hall voicing opposition to President-elect Trump
Demonstrators gathered outside San Francisco City Hall to voice their opposition to the president-elect, expressing concerns over his policies and their impact on various communities.
San Francisco firefighters showcase city's robust water supply system to tackle emergencies
On Saturday morning, San Francisco firefighters provided some reassurance to questions surrounding the city's firestorm preparedness, showcasing the city's robust water supply system and its readiness to tackle such emergencies.
Rivals of ex-Oakland mayor say they're not surprised about indictment
The federal corruption charges against former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao did not come as a surprise to many of her political opponents and even a former ally, who had long voiced concerns over her conduct.
Local Oakland businesses concerned as foot traffic at Jack London Square declines
Once celebrated as Oakland's "crown jewel," Jack London Square, nestled along the city's historic waterfront, is now grappling with a noticeable decline in foot traffic, prompting concerns among local businesses.
Oakland triple shooting at birthday party leaves 2 dead, 1 injured
A celebratory birthday party turned tragic Friday night in North Oakland when gunfire erupted outside an event rental space, killing two people and injuring a third.
Burglars repeatedly target home of Oakland Hills fire victim
A survivor of the Oct. 18 Oakland Hills Keller Fire said burglars have broken into her yellow-tagged home eight times to steal things in November and December.
Oakland police see another busy weekend with robberies, burglaries
It was another busy weekend for Oakland police as they responded to multiple robberies and burglaries on early Sunday morning.
Bay Area fishermen, restaurants excited for start of Dungeness crab season
By Sunday morning, Dungeness crab caught right off of the San Francisco coast will be available for sale because, after a lengthy delay, the Bay Area's commercial Dungeness crab season will finally start.
Temporary closure of two Oakland Hills fire stations has residents worried
The city of Oakland will be closing two fire stations in the hills starting on Monday as part of a cost-cutting solution to close a large budget deficit.
Oakland poised to end year with fewer homicides for first time post-pandemic
With just a couple of days left in 2024, Oakland is poised to end the year with fewer than 100 homicides. It'll be the first time the city has seen a significant drop in homicides post-pandemic.
Oakland business holds annual Christmas brunch to help those in need
The owner of Home of Chicken and Waffles, teamed up with Center of Hope and The City Eats to organize the annual Christmas Brunch near his Jack London Square restaurant.
Bay Area shoppers wrapping up their holiday shopping list
In the Bay Area, the light rain might have kept some shoppers home, but some were out finishing up their holiday shopping.
Scotts Valley residents in shock as city cleans up tornado damage
In Scotts Valley, people are still trying to wrap their heads around a tornado that touched down in the busiest part of town on Saturday.
Overnight windstorm uproots San Francisco trees, damaging cars and breaking windows
The major windstorm overnight caused big problems in many parts of San Francisco. City workers were overwhelmed by the amount of downed trees and power lines.