Bay Area Host Committee launches World Cup with ‘Culinary Kickoff’ party in San Francisco
The Bay Area Host Committee launched the official opening night party for the World Cup at Pabu Izakaya in San Francisco. The event, dubbed the "Culinary Kickoff," brought together local politicians, celebrity chefs, and professional athletes to celebrate the tournament. San Jose's San Pedro Square will host a major pa
San Leandro: Crash Shuts Down I-238 Connector To Southbound I-880
A crash shut down all northbound lanes of Interstate Highway 238 connecting to southbound Interstate Highway 880 in San Leandro early Thursday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol. The CHP's Hayward-area office said around 5:15 a.m. that the affected lanes are expected to reopen around 11 a.m. Motorists
10 Free Summer Concert Series and Festivals in the 925
Here at the Bay Area Telegraph, we’ve been writing a ton about different free concert series, local food truck events, festivals and more. To gather everything in one place–and to share some events we haven’t covered yet–we’re gathering everything together in one place. Here are...
13-year-old on e-scooter crashes into parked car: Alameda PD
(KRON) — An unlicensed teenager operating an electric scooter without a helmet sustained minor injuries after crashing into a parked vehicle over the weekend, according to the Alameda Police Department. APD said officers responded on Sunday to the 100 block of Maitland Drive for a collision involving a 13-year-old ride
This Bay Area highway was known as ‘Blood Alley.’ Rebuilding it could cost $11...
The big-swing megaproject would transform the whole Highway 37 corridor, 21 miles from the Highway 101 junction in Novato to Interstate 80 in Vallejo.
PG&E shutoffs begin in Bay Area as Northern California braces for heat and fire...
PG&E said shutoffs were required in parts of nine counties, including Napa, Sonoma and Solano, as dry winds raised wildfire risk.
Governor Gavin Newsom Says, “The Eyes Of The World Will Be On California And...
State activates security operations, deploys resources and steps onto the global stage ready to deliver for visitors from around the world. What you need to know: California is putting its World Cup game plan into action ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in Los Angeles and the Bay Area. State agencies have public sa
23 pounds of meth seized, 2 arrested following traffic stop in Redwood City
Police in Redwood City said they arrested two people on multiple felony charges following a traffic stop that led to the seizure of more than 20 pounds of methamphetamine.
Oakland’s two largest community colleges are merging — and not everyone is happy
Laney and Merritt colleges will merge next year and become “Oakland City College” as part of a massive transformation aimed at halting a steep dropout rate.
The Oakland Public Library Wants YOU … to Grow Really Tall Marigolds
If you feel like it’s been forever since anyone gave you flowers, dry your eyes, turn off Taylor Swift’s Red album, and journey to your nearest Oakland Public Library. Why? Because libraries are where all the sexy people hang out, of course! But also … because nine branches in Oakland are currently giving marigolds awa

















