Bay Area native’s $15,000 Howard University grant money rescinded due to federal education cuts
As summer winds down and students prepare to return to the classroom, some are grappling with unexpected financial challenges tied directly to federal budget cuts.
San Bruno woman arrested for allegedly attempting to ram security guard with vehicle
(KRON) — A San Bruno woman was arrested for allegedly attempting to pepper spray a security guard and ram him with her vehicle early Wednesday morning. According to the San Mateo Police Department, a report came in at 3:36 a.m. of a suspicious vehicle and driver who was refusing to leave a private parking lot […]
Bay Area horse ranch manager charged with animal cruelty in horse’s death
The manager of a horse-riding ranch in the Bay Area has been charged with animal cruelty following the death of a horse that authorities said was badly emaciated.
Alameda Fire Department Rescues Man Found in Ballena Bay
On Monday, August 4, at approximately 2:43 p.m., Alameda Fire Department (AFD) personnel responded to a call for water rescue near the Ballena Bay Marina, according to a department report posted on Facebook and Instagram.
Fremont teen missing for nearly 2 weeks found safe, police say
A Fremont teen who has been missing for nearly two weeks has been found safe, police said Thursday.
The Best Street Tacos In California Are Hiding Inside This Tiny Mexican Food Truck
That bright green food truck parked alongside Lake Merritt in Oakland isn’t just serving food – it’s dishing out edible poetry wrapped in corn tortillas. Tacos Mi Rancho stands as Oakland’s answer to the eternal question: “Where can I find authentic street tacos that transport me straight to Mexico without the...
San Mateo police warn of scam targeting seniors at self-service checkout lines
San Mateo police say that after the victim agrees to purchase the item, the scammers will then distract them and ring up several other items before running off.
Suspected Pedophile in Custody Is Ineligible for Release on Bond
BRENTWOOD — The Contra Costa County Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. spearheaded an investigation of a suspected pedophile. Ty Oliver Leighton, 29, of Brentwood, was booked into the West County Detention Facility—ineligible for release on bond. Leighton was arrested on July 29 for allegedly arranging to...
Man charged with robbery attempt in Berkeley parking lot
A man spent his birthday in jail, facing robbery charges, after demanding money from a woman outside a northwest Berkeley drugstore, court papers show. Berkeley police said the woman got scared after seeing the man holding the handle of what looked like a silver firearm in his pocket when he asked her for money...
National Night Out brings neighbors together in deep East Oakland, Grand Lake, Lakeshore, and...
On the first Tuesday of every August, residents across Oakland cordon off their streets for three hours to connect with their neighbors for National Night Out. This year’s event boasted over 200 registered block parties from West Oakland to deep East Oakland, according to a press release from the city. Mayor Barbara...
