Richmond City Council decides whether to move forward with refinery tax measure
On Tuesday night, the Richmond City Council will decide whether to move forward with a tax measure for the refinery.
Funding for Oakland police, fire departments at center of budget discussion
Public safety is one of the biggest concerns for people in Oakland, and it's taking center stage in the battle over the city's budget.
DA Pamela Price defends staffer's actions at rally as "free speech"
Controversy surrounding a chaotic clash between supporters of Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price supporters and those who want her recalled during a rally last weekend continued to unfold Tuesday.
Former Oakland Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong to run for City Council
Former Oakland Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong announced Wednesday that he will run for the Oakland City Council, more than a year after being ousted by Mayor Sheng Thao.
California Supreme Court takes up Prop 22 case which could affect 1M gig workers
Dozens of ride-share and delivery drivers gathered on the steps of the California Supreme Court ahead of the oral arguments to possibly overturn Proposition 22.
Crime is falling in Oakland, but local business owners feel not much has changed
The numbers show Oakland crime is falling, but some local business owners say they aren't seeing the results just yet.
War of words rages between supporters, opponents over District Attorney Pamela Price recall
The temperature of the already heated debate over whether to recall Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price was turned up Tuesday ahead of an important vote by the Board of Supervisors.
Bay Area air travelers welcome new refund rules on canceled flights, lost luggage
With the summer travel season looming and with as more people take to the skies at Bay Area airports, new rules are aiming to help passengers fed up with delays, cancellations, lost luggage and hidden fees.
Mother of slain Pleasanton store guard continues fight for justice despite plea deal
The suspects in the killing of a Pleasanton Home Depot employee will see prison time, but his mother's mission for justice is not over yet.
Theft, vandalism of vintage street lights around Oakland's Lake Merritt raises safety concerns
Though the days are getting longer, it's getting darker around Lake Merritt in Oakland after almost a dozen light poles were stolen by vandals.
SF Sheriff says spike in violent incidents at county jails due to overcrowding
The San Francisco Sheriff on Tuesday blamed the recent spike of violence at the two SF county jails located in San Bruno and the city on overcrowded conditions.
Oakland "F--- Everyone" gang members accused of burglarizing dozens of businesses
A string of burglaries that targeted businesses across the state including a Walnut Creek Louis Vuitton store and a Concord Discount Cigarettes shop have all been linked to one small crew of alleged smash-and-grab thieves from Oakland.
San Jose to move forward with ordinance setting buffer zone between schools, encampments
The San Jose City Council unanimously decided to move forward with an ordinance that would create a buffer zone around schools to keep encampments further away.
Antioch mayor looks to increase sideshow enforcement after latest chaotic event
The mayor of Antioch on Wednesday promised to bring back a proposed city ordinance to crack down on sideshows after a massive event was broken up over the weekend.
Nurses at 3 Santa Clara County hospitals on strike as negotiations continue
Nurses at all three of Santa Clara County hospitals went on strike Tuesday and plan to be on the picket lines until Friday.