Despite allegedly flushing an unknown quantity of methamphetamine and heroin down his toilet during a police raid, a local resident has been charged with being a drug dealer, court records show. The 51-year-old San Leandro resident was charged with possessing heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, crack cocaine, and marijuana for sale, and with being a prohibited person in possession of ammunition, court records show.
Once seen as one of the Bay Area's last affordable cities, San Leandro now faces one of the highest rates of eviction notices per capita as officials grapple with the end of pandemic-era renter protections. But the city received a lifeline this week with a $1 million state housing grant and pro-housing designation, which city officials said they will leverage to develop more affordable housing as part of the city's full court press to keep residents in their homes.
Come join us at Drake's Brewing Company on September 20, 2025 for a day of giving back and fun! Calling all Bay Area residents! On September 20, 2025, from 12-5pm, head over to Drake's Barrel House in San Leandro, CA, for an unforgettable afternoon of community, music, dance, food, and giving back! More Than Just a Coat Drive. Jackets & Jams is a vibrant celebration of unity and social good, where you can: Dance the day away with amazing beats from DJs Chuy Gomez, DJ Audio1, D1Dru, and Chris Leo Hell Yeah! Artist performance by Hugo Monster
2025 Okdroberfest Cornhole Tournament Sign up to take part in the inaugural Okdroberfest Cornhole Tournament! Proceeds from this professionally run tournament will go towards the San Leandro Education Foundation (SLED). Signups begin August 9th. The entry fee is $125 per team (2 people) and includes two complimentary steins with one pour each. Tournament Details: Guaranteed Multiple Games! All teams will participate in round-robin play, which will seed them into either a Championship Bracket or a Backyard Bracket based on performance.
At 6:15 p.m. Saturday, the San Leandro Police Department issued a shelter-in-place order for residents on Begier Avenue and Glen Drive as they search for an armed hit-and-run suspect.
