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East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
5 hours ago

Oakland library commission takes first step in renaming Cesar E. Chavez Branch

Lawmakers are considering renaming locations named after César Chávez following serious sexual assault allegations against him.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
5 hours ago

Oakland library commission takes first step in renaming Cesar E. Chavez Branch

Lawmakers are considering renaming locations named after César Chávez following serious sexual assault allegations against him.
#earthquake
fromsfist.com
1 day ago
East Bay (California)

Thursday Morning What's Up: Overnight Earthquake Wakes Up Many Bay Area Residents

fromSFGATE
1 day ago
East Bay (California)

Strong earthquake jolts Bay Area in early morning hours

East Bay (California)
fromKqed
22 hours ago

After 4.6 Earthquake Jolts Santa Cruz, Seismologists Double Down on MyShake Alerts | KQED

Skepticism surrounds early earthquake warning systems despite their potential life-saving benefits.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: Overnight Earthquake Wakes Up Many Bay Area Residents

A 5.0M earthquake warning was issued for the Santa Cruz Mountains, later downgraded to 4.6M, causing mild shaking in San Francisco.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

4.6 magnitude earthquake strikes in Santa Cruz Mountains, rattling Bay Area: USGS

A 4.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Boulder Creek, California, waking residents and causing minor disturbances but no significant damage.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Strong earthquake jolts Bay Area in early morning hours

A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck the Bay Area, centered near Boulder Creek, with no immediate reports of injuries or damage.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
22 hours ago

After 4.6 Earthquake Jolts Santa Cruz, Seismologists Double Down on MyShake Alerts | KQED

Skepticism surrounds early earthquake warning systems despite their potential life-saving benefits.
#oakland
#missing-person
fromSFGATE
4 days ago
East Bay (California)

Emergency alert issued for owner of popular Bay Area coffee shops

fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago
East Bay (California)

Candlelight vigil held for missing Oakland coffee shop owner as community holds onto hope

Community members held a candlelight vigil for missing 52-year-old Amy Hillyard, emphasizing hope for her safe return.
fromsfist.com
6 days ago
East Bay (California)

Police Search for Missing Oakland Woman, Coffee Shop Owner With Medical Condition

Amy Hillyard, owner of Farley's coffee shops, went missing in Oakland and is considered at-risk due to a medical condition.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Search continues for missing Oakland woman Amy Hillyard last seen in park area

The search for missing Oakland coffee shop owner Amy Hillyard intensifies as community and law enforcement join efforts to locate her.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Emergency alert issued for owner of popular Bay Area coffee shops

Amy Hillyard, 52, has been missing since March 25, prompting an endangered missing alert and community support efforts.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Police Search for Missing Oakland Woman, Coffee Shop Owner With Medical Condition

Amy Hillyard, owner of Farley's coffee shops, went missing in Oakland and is considered at-risk due to a medical condition.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Former mayoral staffer sues Oakland, says she was fired for blowing the whistle

Leigh Hanson filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination after raising concerns about unethical behavior involving then-Interim Mayor Kevin Jenkins and a city contractor.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago

The Hopkins Street battle is back: Berkeley reopens 'toxic' debate over bike lane

Cyclists protested for protected bike lanes on Hopkins Street, but city officials shelved the project, leading to ongoing safety and mobility concerns.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Project could open thousands of acres in Bay Area to oil and gas drilling

California plans to lease over a million acres for oil and gas drilling, sparking significant public concern and opposition.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Married Bay Area man accused of 3rd killing to be with girlfriend

Howard Wang faces multiple homicide charges, including a murder plot to facilitate a relationship with his girlfriend.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Thousands in Alameda County will lose CalFresh this week. Here's what to know

"There are people who have come here after escaping violence and persecution and torture. These are communities that we have historically said, 'You are welcome here. We have the support for you. We're going to help you get established in our country.' And now, the federal government is abandoning them."
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

As 3 Oakland homeless shelters close, city and residents question outcomes

The 3rd & Peralta tiny-home shelter is closing due to funding issues and poor outcomes, despite some residents wanting to stay.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Woman sexually assaulted by man with gun while jogging near Stanford campus, police say

The incident occurred at Mayfield Avenue and Santa Ynez Street, where the assailant, armed with a gun, grabbed the woman and forced her into a landscaped area.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

OUSD lead crisis: Almost all drinking water sources are now safe

Only two water fixtures remain out of service in Oakland schools due to lead contamination, following significant improvements in water safety measures.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Big rig loses control, crashes through fence, nearly hits home in Crockett

A big rig traveling on Virginia Street lost control, hitting a fire hydrant and causing flooding in the area before crashing into two cars and a house.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
3 days ago

Supreme Court could ban counting of late arriving mail-in ballots

California's law permits counting ballots that are postmarked by Election Day and arrive within seven days. However, the Supreme Court is reviewing this law, which could lead to millions of ballots being discarded.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

TSA employees to get paid Monday following Pres. Trump directive as shutdown continues

Passengers at Oakland airport faced small lines and delays, while TSA employees experienced low morale due to working without pay for weeks.
fromKqed
4 days ago

As Kaiser's Presence in Downtown Oakland Dwindles, So Does Foot Traffic | KQED

Kaiser Permanente has been steadily shrinking its local office presence in recent years, contributing to quieter streets and struggling small businesses in the city's core.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

Thousands turn out for Oakland No Kings march

Thousands protested across the U.S. against authoritarianism, with Oakland's No Kings march being one of the largest events, attracting 20,000 participants.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

A donkey 'serial killer' is on the loose in Calif.'s Inland Empire

A $50,000 reward is offered for information on brutal attacks against wild donkeys in California's Inland Empire.
East Bay (California)
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

Massive "No Kings" Human Banner at Ocean Beach

A peaceful gathering at Ocean Beach on March 28 will create a large human banner for drone photography, emphasizing nonviolent participation.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Bay Area city remains paralyzed week after cyberattack

Foster City is experiencing a significant disruption due to a ransomware cyberattack, affecting communication and services for over a week.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Is your Oakland City Council member showing up? On the podcast

City Hall reporters Eli Wolfe and Natalie Orenstein tracked every Oakland City Council vote in 2025 - all 138 of them at full council meetings, plus 519 more at committee meetings - to find out how your representative is doing the most basic part of the job.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Walk from Lake Merritt to the Ferry Building? Bay Skyway path could connect Oakland and SF

John Goodwin, the communications director for the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, stated that the West span path part of the project is 'effectively paused' in the early planning stage, with the soonest work advancing in 2027.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Woman assaulted in terrifying overnight home invasion in Piedmont, police say

A woman was assaulted during a home invasion in Piedmont, prompting police to investigate and urging residents to enhance security measures.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Police Pull Oakland Woman Over After Thieves Put License Plates Tied to a Crime on Her Car

An Oakland woman was mistakenly identified as a criminal due to her license plates being swapped with stolen ones linked to a serious crime.
#mass-shooting
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Family of teacher killed in Oakland mass shooting asks city leaders to help prevent future tragedies

Latetia Bobo, a dedicated educator and artist, was killed in a mass shooting in Oakland, prompting her family to advocate for change.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Family of teacher killed in Oakland mass shooting asks city leaders to help prevent future tragedies

Latetia Bobo, a dedicated educator and artist, was killed in a mass shooting in Oakland, prompting her family to advocate for change.
#chocolate
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

How thorny regulations and tariffs led Xocolate Rockridge to melt down

Xocolate & Confections in Rockridge closed after struggling with operational challenges and regulatory requirements since its opening in September 2023.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

How thorny regulations and tariffs led Xocolate Rockridge to melt down

Xocolate & Confections in Rockridge closed after struggling with operational challenges and regulatory requirements since its opening in September 2023.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Oakland nightclub shooting: Family of teacher says her story 'cannot be ignored'

"Latetia was beautifully brilliant. She was essential to our family, her friends, and colleagues."
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

Sheriff's deputies thought they'd stopped a criminal. But license plate cameras led them to the wrong person

License plate theft and swapping create confusion for law enforcement, leading to wrongful stops of innocent drivers.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
1 week ago

For This Bay Area Island City, Water Is Coming From All Sides | KQED

Alameda is developing an adaptation plan to address sea-level rise by 2028, incorporating various solutions including nature-based strategies.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Ex-girlfriend enmeshed in SoCal murder-for-hire plot, police say

Ignacia Cadaos Perkins, 40, is facing three murder charges in connection with the death of her ex-boyfriend, 30-year-old Aaron Parr of Murrieta.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

The education of Marquitta Eddings

Merritt College's preschool program supports student teachers while addressing personal challenges, including the complexities of caring for children with disabilities.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Flash flooding swamps Hawaii, prompting evacuation orders for 5,500 people

Residents in Waialua are ordered to evacuate due to severe flooding and risk of road failures amid Hawaii's worst flooding in 20 years.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Berkeley Hills fire raises concerns about inaccessible escape route due to locked gate

A two-alarm fire destroyed one Berkeley Hills home and damaged another, raising concerns about neighborhood evacuation routes when emergency exits were inaccessible.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

A $30 minimum wage for Oakland?

Zach Norris, co-executive director of the Black Organizing Project, emphasized the dire situation, stating, 'In that gap is human suffering,' highlighting the struggles faced by marginalized communities in the Bay Area.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

From drones to video cameras, Berkeley police ask for more Flock surveillance tools

Berkeley Police Department seeks $2 million surveillance expansion with Flock Safety, nearly tripling annual spending to $567,500, despite the vendor's documented use by law enforcement to investigate abortion seekers, monitor protesters, and locate undocumented immigrants.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Cesar Chavez sexual abuse allegations shake Oakland community

For me, it's someone I've honored, respected, and followed. Growing up here in East Oakland, Chavez's organizing motivated many of us to not only speak out on behalf of our communities but to do the work...advocating for the humanity of not just farmworkers but those of us in the neighborhood.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Fermenters unite! Sourdough donuts find new home at West Berkeley winery

The idea for sourdough donuts started at a cafe I worked at in Bangkok. We had a donut on the menu that took too long to prepare each morning. I realized that by switching to sourdough, we could develop the flavor overnight and simply bring the dough to room temperature in the morning.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Californians facing deportation could be guaranteed an attorney under a new program

California proposes AB 2600 to provide state-funded legal representation for immigrants facing deportation, significantly improving case outcomes and protecting due process rights.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

SFO, Oakland on FAA's 'Hot Spot' List of Airports Most at Risk of Runway Close Calls

Nine Bay Area airports, including SFO and Oakland, are on the FAA's hot spot list for ground collision and near-miss risks due to confusing layouts and busy runway crossings.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

Heat Wave Will Blast More Bay Area Temperature Records Friday | KQED

A severe heat wave across California's Bay Area is breaking daily and monthly temperature records, with Friday expected to reach lower 90s before cooling slightly over the weekend.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Lateefah Simon talks about repping Oakland in a GOP-dominated Congress

We're going to have to really be on a road to committing to the American people that when they need a doctor, they will get one. I am very much a proponent of Medicare for all. I understand from all pragmatic sensibilities that may not happen in our lifetime, but courageous Democrats need to be pushing towards care for all, for every single person in this country, regardless of their status.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

OUSD board must make hard financial decisions, says county schools chief

With an $850 million budget for 33,000 students, OUSD has the highest per-pupil costs of any large district in the county, Castro said. But district leaders' habit of making financial plans and then abandoning them imperils OUSD's future.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Bodycam video shows moments leading up to ex-NFL star Doug Martin's death in Oakland police custody

Former NFL running back Doug Martin died in Oakland police custody after officers responded to a mental health emergency call at a home in the Oakland Hills.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Bear Spray Incident In Alameda Sends Child, Adult to Hospital, Injures Four Others

A former tenant intentionally sprayed bear repellent in an Alameda apartment building, injuring six people and prompting evacuation and a four-hour shelter-in-place order.
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

South Bay wakes up to magnitude 3.4 quake

A magnitude 3.4 earthquake rumbled in the South Bay on Tuesday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The temblor struck at 6:48 a.m. and its epicenter was approximately 15 miles south of San Jose and 5 miles east-northeast of Gilroy. At least two small aftershocks were reported in the area shortly after the initial shaker; those shocks measured magnitude 1.3 and magnitude 1.0 respectively.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Gender-affirming care: Oakland demands hospitals continue services

Oakland City Council unanimously passed a resolution condemning healthcare providers and insurers that preemptively restrict access to state-protected gender-affirming care amid federal threats and restrictions.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Sand removal in the Bay threatens species and worsens coastal erosion, lawsuit claims

California cannot afford to sell off its public resources for private profits. Doing so hurts San Francisco Bay and is not in the best interest of anyone who lives in the Bay Area and enjoys our shorelines.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Monday Morning Headlines: Overturned Big Rig Blocks I-880

Burlingame removes 400 eucalyptus trees from El Camino Real due to safety hazards, with 80 already felled despite community opposition.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Oakland marathon route: street closures and where to watch

The 17th annual Oakland Marathon on March 22 expects 11,000 runners across multiple race distances, benefiting the Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation and raising over $100,000.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

Record-Breaking Heat Wave Bakes the Bay Area Through Friday | KQED

An unprecedented early-season heat wave is bringing temperatures 30 degrees above normal to California, with the National Weather Service issuing its earliest March heat advisory ever, creating elevated wildfire risk and heat illness concerns.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Woman Dies In Pre-Trial Holding Cell at Santa Rita Jail Following Hospital Visit

A 37-year-old Oakland woman died in Santa Rita Jail Friday, less than 24 hours after being found unconscious and cleared by hospital staff, marking the 76th in-custody death at the facility since 2014.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

At least 2 hospitalized following possible hazmat incident in Alameda, officials say

Two people have been taken to the hospital on Monday after possibly being exposed to hazardous materials in Alameda, officials said. Evacuations are underway at an apartment complex along the 700 block of Santa Clara Ave.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Widespread Xfinity outage reported across Bay Area on Monday morning

A major Xfinity outage affected the Bay Area on Monday morning, peaking at over 7,000 reports at 9:14 a.m., with service disruptions continuing through 10 a.m.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Illegal dumping fines could go up a lot in Oakland

Oakland is increasing fines for illegal dumping, with first-time violators now facing $1,500 instead of $750, and eliminating the three-year fine reset mechanism.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Santa Cruz-Based Electric Air Taxi Company Showcases Demo Flight Across the Bay

Joby Aviation demonstrated its piloted electric air taxi, reducing a typical hour-long bay crossing to 10 minutes, with trial operations launching in 10 states and potential future expansion to California.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Sunday Links: PG&E Outage Leaves 3,600 Without Power in Outer Richmond/Seacliff

Six US military personnel died in a KC-135 refueling aircraft crash over friendly airspace in Iraq, with the incident under investigation and not attributed to hostile or friendly fire.
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Environmental volunteer gets a year in jail for trying to meet a minor for sex

Wenzlau will need to give his probation officer with any passwords for electronic devices when they check to ensure he doesn't contact minors. The plea bargain also requires Wenzlau's probation officer to approve anytime Wenzlau wants to use the internet, according to court records. Wenzlau also has to keep his browsing history for at least 4 weeks.
East Bay (California)
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Oakland speed cameras will begin citing drivers; average cost $50 to $500 per citation

Oakland begins enforcing speed safety cameras on Sunday after a warning period, with 35 cameras across 18 locations designed to reduce traffic fatalities from speeding violations.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Which Oakland streets saw the most speed camera warnings?

Oakland's speed enforcement cameras issued 140,000 warnings during a five-week trial period, with enforcement transitioning from warnings to actual tickets starting Sunday.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Unpermitted Alameda beach party planned for weekend concerning school district, police

Unauthorized "Assassin Sunday" parties at Alameda Beach involving water gun games are drawing concern from school officials and police due to past incidents of fights, accidents, and safety risks.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Beachgoers May Want to Steer Clear of Teen Beach Takeover' Parties Happening in Alameda

Unsanctioned beach parties in Alameda featuring water balloon and gun fights attract hundreds of teens, creating public safety concerns including fights, accidents, and potential weapon misidentification.
East Bay (California)
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Rare death by rattlesnake bite in Orange County highlights hidden danger on SoCal trails

A 25-year-old man died from a suspected rattlesnake bite in Irvine, prompting warnings as rattlesnake activity increases earlier than usual across Orange County trails.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 weeks ago

With thousands of freshly painted red curbs, Berkeley implements law that bans parking next to intersections

Berkeley completed painting red curbs at 20-foot zones before intersections to improve sightlines and reduce traffic collisions, implementing a 2023 state law prohibiting parking near crosswalks.
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