We blind tasted banh mi from two Bay Area institutions. Here’s the winner
Battle of the banh mi: We put two Bay Area sandwich favorites head to head to declare the best.
One of Oakland’s Best Taco Places Just Expanded to the 925
SAN RAMON, CALIFORNIA — One of Oakland’s most acclaimed neighborhood taquerias has officially expanded to San Ramon. Rico Rico Taco is now open at City Center Bishop Ranch, bringing its handmade tortillas, spit-roasted al pastor and Mexico City-inspired menu to the Tri-Valley. The restaurant is located at 6000...
Inside the Bay Area’s ‘city of the dead’
In the Bay Area's necropolis, the funeral business is still very much alive.
Alameda County fire crew deploys to battle massive Washington state wildfire
Twenty-three crew members from the Alameda County Fire Department deployed to Washington state on Monday to assist firefighters from across the country in battling a rapidly growing wildfire. Hand Crew 8 departed from Station 15 in Dublin at 4:30 p.m. to respond to the Little Giant Fire, located west of...
Retirees Are Discovering A Slower, Happier Life In This Peaceful California Community
Tucked away at the mouth of Niles Canyon in Fremont, California, Niles Canyon Mobile Estates is quietly becoming one of the most beloved retirement communities in the Bay Area. With scenic hill views, friendly neighbors, and a full calendar of social activities, life here moves at a pace that feels just right.
14 California Waterfront Tables That Make Date Night Feel Special
Date night gets unfairly easy when the water starts doing half the flirting. A glowing bridge, a gold-soaked marina, or the Pacific beyond the glass can make even “What are you ordering?” sound cinematic. Add a sunset table, and suddenly nobody remembers the group chat that took three days to choose dinner.
Residents Angry That Robotaxis Are Blocking Driveways & Dropping Passengers in Their Neighborhood by...
Not leaving a tip. The post Residents Angry That Robotaxis Are Blocking Driveways & Dropping Passengers in Their Neighborhood by Mistake appeared first on Mandatory .
Kaiser Estate suffers major damage in fire months after being sold for $5.6 million
The estate was built in 1946 for shipping magnate Henry J. Kaiser.
Person shot before taking gun away from attacker near Oakland waterfront
Both people had non-life-threatening injuries, police said.
Neighborhood Mainstay Coffee Shop Church Street Cafe Closes After 20 Years
Last week, Church and Market neighborhood mainstay Church Street Cafe (260 Church Street) shuttered after 20 years in business. Church Street Cafe owner Hank Lim shared the news in a goodbye message posted inside the store. "With full hearts, we want to share that after 20 wonderful years, Church Street...
