Bay Area Secures $272 Million for Affordable Housing and Transit Upgrades Benefiting Local Communities
The California Strategic Growth Council has allocated more than $272 million to the Bay Area for affordable housing and transportation projects. The announcement was made on November 25, 2025. The funding comes from the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) program. It will support six new...
Judge dismisses case against ex-cop accused of killing Steven Taylor at San Leandro Walmart
On Friday, a judge in Alameda County dismissed a case against a former San Leandro police officer who killed a man inside a Walmart five years ago.
Oakland physical therapist accused of overbilling federal program by over $5 million
Federal prosecutors have accused an Oakland physical therapist of overbilling a federal health care program by more than $5 million, including billing for services not rendered.
After brutal S.F. courtroom assault, interpreters urge sheriff’s office to tighten safety measures
A San Francisco courtroom interpreter was beaten by an in-custody defendant last month, raising concerns about safety measures in another public space monitored by the sheriff’s office.
PG&E bills estimated to spike this December amid ‘frigid’ Bay Area temps
While this December chill has shocked many Bay Area residents, brace yourself when you open that PG&E bill. Here are some tips on how you can save money while staying warm.
Narcotics Task Force Detectives Arrest a Suspected Drug Trafficker
SAN LORENZO — Detectives from the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Task Force. arrested a man on suspicion of drug trafficking. Erick Salas, 26, of San Leandro, was apprehended on December 9 in nearby San Lorenzo. Salas is allegedly a member of a major drug trafficking organization in...
Kidnapper hired to kill Menlo Park worker denied parole
(KRON) — Twenty years ago, 38-year-old Alfonso Gonzalez was hired by a Menlo Park jewelry store owner to kidnap, rape and murder one of his employees because she rebuffed his romantic advances, according to the San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office. On Wednesday, a parole board reviewing his conviction declared...
Surfer attacked by shark at Bay Area beach
A surfer was attacked by a shark Friday morning at a Sonoma County beach. The unidentified victim was bitten in the hand about 300 yards from shore at Salmon Creek, according to the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Department. Authorities said the injuries are non-life-threatening, and the victim refused medical transport.
Oakland Teen Back in Court in Castlemont Teacher’s Death
An 18-year-old Oakland man accused in the crash that killed a beloved Castlemont High School teacher was back in an Alameda County courtroom yesterday, roughly six months after the May collision that rattled east Oakland and reignited debate over police chases on city streets. According to NBC Bay Area, Eric...
Hayward Residents: City Council to Vote on Hotel Tax Increase to Support Local Services
The Hayward City Council will consider a proposal on December 16, 2025, to raise the city’s Transit Occupancy Tax (TOT) from 12 percent to 14 percent. The TOT, or hotel tax, applies to guests staying in Hayward hotels and short-term lodging. City officials say the increase would help address a budget deficit in the...
