Oakland

A 47-year-old Oakland man, Jermaine Newton, was shot and killed in East Oakland before work. A vigil was held near his home to mourn him.

A foreclosure tax will appear on Oakland’s November ballot. The measure would require big banks and other lenders to pay when they seize homes and buildings.

Oakland Interim Chief James Beere has been appointed as the City of Oakland's permanent Chief of Police. Mayor Barbara Lee announced the decision, citing a comprehensive recruitment process led by the Police Commission and retired Chief Daniel Hahn.

James Beere has been appointed as Oakland's permanent police chief. He has a nearly 30-year career and has made progress on Oakland Police Department's federal reforms during a period of declining crime.

The California Highway Patrol activated a Silver Alert in Alameda County for 21-year-old Emalee Anna Bennett-Hofmann, an autistic woman from Oregon who may be in the Oakland area. She is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall, 300 pounds, with brown hair and green eyes.

Accusations against Oakland officials emerged as the city selected new City Administrator Betsy Lake. Transportation Director Josh Rowan filed complaints alleging social media threats and whistleblower retaliation against Lake and other officials.

Betsy Lake was confirmed as Oakland’s interim city administrator by officials, following Mayor Lee’s selection to lead the city after Jestin Johnson resigned over text messages.

Oakland residents report hundreds of complaints annually about illegal fireworks, which are tracked by zip code and month.

Murder charges were filed against Leonard Evans for fatally shooting a father of four in Oakland. The victim was found inside a Tesla on Seminary Avenue on June 14.

Oakland police are searching for a woman kidnapped on July 3 in the Laurel neighborhood. The suspect struck the victim with a firearm and forced her into a dark-colored car, according to authorities.

New bahn mi, sub, burger, and tea room restaurants have recently opened in the East Bay, including locations in Berkeley, Oakland, and Richmond. The article highlights a surge in sandwich-focused eateries and related food options in the region.

An Oakland family's car was destroyed by a fire caused by illegal fireworks near 96th Avenue and Plymouth Street during the Fourth of July, contributing to over 800 emergency calls. Oakland Fire Department crews contained fires quickly, avoiding major injuries despite widespread illegal fireworks activity across the Bay Area.

A county staffer was paid by a family linked to an Oakland FBI corruption case. A political reporter accused the staffer, Shawn Wilson, of attempting to suppress a story about the Duongs, though Wilson denied the claim.

The article investigates the origin of illegal fireworks in Oakland by examining East Bay police records. It focuses on understanding the sources behind the unauthorized displays lighting up the city's skies.

A 19-year-old Fresno woman pleaded no contest to false imprisonment after prosecutors stated she kidnapped a 14-year-old girl from Daly City and took her to Oakland for prostitution. She was initially charged with human trafficking of a minor for a sex act.

Oakland community leaders launched a new violence prevention initiative aimed at reducing gun violence by addressing conflicts before they escalate.

Umami Mart began as a blog by Kayoko Akabori and Yoko Kumano in 2007, evolved into a pop-up in Oakland, and now operates as a specialty market and sake bar. The business reflects the founders' childhood friendship and their focus on Japanese culinary culture.

Oakland's ballot proposal aims to tax big banks for foreclosing. Some councilmembers oppose Charlene Wang's plan to expand the real estate transfer tax.

Activists from Oakland and Richmond blocked the Golden Gate Bridge in 2024 to protest the genocide in Gaza. A jury is currently deliberating in the felony trial of the protesters, which has drawn national attention.

Oakland's ongoing financial issues are attributed to structural deficits, temporary solutions, and a deteriorating safety net, as discussed in a conversation with Oaklandside City Hall reporters.

Investigators in Northern California are excavating a property where mass graves containing decomposing animals and missing shelter dogs were discovered. Over 700 dogs remain unaccounted for, with dozens recovered so far, many with microchips. The investigation, involving local and federal agencies, began after a neighbor found a burial pit with dogs shot, but no charges have been filed against the rescue's owner or staff.

Oakland Animal Services is severely overcrowded with 74 dogs and 63 kittens, leaving no space for incoming animals. The shelter urgently seeks adoptions and fosters to alleviate the crisis.

Oakland's True Burger, Line 51, and Townhouse have closed, with Townhouse shuttering after a century in operation. The article lists recent restaurant closures in Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, and surrounding areas.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is generating economic activity in Oakland through watch parties, BART travelers, and Airbnb bookings. The event is highlighted as a potential catalyst for local business growth.

Krystal M. Love was arraigned on felony charges after allegedly setting a car on fire in Oakland and attacking police officers and medics who responded. She faces two counts of assault on a peace officer or firefighter and three additional counts.

The Order of Malta Clinic in Oakland has provided free medical care to the uninsured for 18 years, with over 62,000 office visits. It serves as a critical resource for those without health insurance.

Oakland teenagers spent days removing ivy along Glen Echo Creek as part of a restoration project that has reintroduced native plants and wildlife to a section of the urban stream.

A man in his 30s died after being shot in Oakland on Wednesday afternoon. Oakland Police Department responded to the scene on 17th Street around 3 p.m.

Oakland could face fines for illegally docked boats in the estuary as cleanup efforts are underway. The issue has been a years-long problem in the Oakland Estuary.

Reem's, an Arab street food restaurant with California sensibility, is set to open a worker-owned flagship in Jack London Square. The restaurant previously operated in Fruitvale but closed in 2021.

Oakland’s roads are becoming safer as deadly crashes in 2025 dropped to 23, down from a high of 36 in 2022 and 2020, according to Safe Oakland Streets data.

A City Council committee will vote on a pact to negotiate with Costco for a warehouse store and gas station in underserved West Oakland. The proposed development aims to address retail gaps in the area.

A new Burmese restaurant named Millennium redux has opened, moving into Swan’s Market. An ice cream shop with a unique twist has also opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.

André Robinson Jr. was shot and killed in Oakland in 2020, disrupting his family's Sunday gatherings. His death caused lasting grief and strained family bonds, as described by his sister RoShanda Robinson.

Survivors of a deadly Oakland crash expressed outrage after the teenage suspect was released from custody. The crash resulted in three deaths and five serious injuries, with one survivor still recovering a month later.

Rowena Brown serves as Oakland's at-large councilmember, balancing a demanding role that requires attention to multiple issues simultaneously. The article follows her to illustrate the challenges of her position.

San Francisco is experiencing economic growth driven by AI wealth, while Oakland remains stagnant. The article questions whether Oakland will miss out on another tech boom.

Prologis, a major logistics company, is utilizing warehouse rooftops for community solar projects. Natasha Keefer, leading their Energy Solutions team, inspected a solar project on a warehouse in Oakland, California.

Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, who criticizes tech and corporate interests, attended multiple fundraisers in the San Francisco Bay Area targeting wealthy tech donors in April. He raised over $40 million, mostly from small-dollar donors, while advocating for policies to limit corporate and billionaire influence in politics.

A California man indicted on child sexual exploitation charges in Sumner County was captured by U.S. Marshals in Oakland and returned to Tennessee. The suspect was tracked to Oakland before being apprehended.