I rode California’s new Gold Runner train. I hopped off before the end.
The train runs between the Bay Area and Los Angeles — with a catch.
Tenderloin Fentanyl Pipeline: Oakland Dealer Gets 8 Years In Federal Lockup
A federal judge has handed an Oakland man an eight-year federal prison sentence after prosecutors said he was selling fentanyl and other drugs in San Francisco’s Tenderloin. Andy Cruz, 40, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute 40 grams or more of fentanyl and to failing to appear in court. Senior...
Suspect arrested for grand theft at Hillsdale Mall
On March 25, 2026, around 1:54 p.m., officers from the San Mateo Police Department responded to Lululemon at 17 Hillsdale Mall for a theft in progress. The suspect, Jamir Ortiz, was seen walking away from the store and was detained after matching the description given by witnesses.
Beloved Oakland restaurant threatened by early morning fire
OAKLAND, Calif. - An early morning fire broke out an Oakland-based insurance agency’s office on Friday. The flames threatened a neighboring restaurant but were extinguished by Oakland Fire Crews, who arrived on-scene within minutes. The fire started at 1001 Fruitvale Avenue at 2:47 a.m. Friday morning, as reported...
Owner of legacy coffee shops in San Francisco, Oakland reported missing
Authorities are looking for Amy Hillyard, 52, the owner of Farley's.
H Mart opens new mega-store in Dublin
The East Bay is celebrating the grand opening of a new H Mart, marking the arrival of one of the nation's largest Asian supermarket chains in Dublin.
“Godfather of Bay Area sports producers,” former KPIX producer Art Dlugach dies in Texas
Art Dlugach, a longtime sports producer for KPIX in San Francisco, died Thursday morning in Texas, surrounded by his family after a brief illness. He was 82.
Berkeley Police Arrest Oakland Home Invasion Robbery Suspect
BERKELEY, CA — A suspect in an Oakland home-invasion robbery was arrested on March 23,. thanks to an automated license plate reader alerted Berkeley police. Javon Reed, 27, of Oakland remains in custody at Alameda County Santa Rita Jail ineligible for release on bond. “A Flock Safety license plate...
Firefighters stop blaze from destroying beloved Oakland restaurant
(KRON) — An arson investigation is underway in Oakland’s Fruitvale neighborhood after a fire broke out early Friday morning at an insurance agency, according to officials. Oakland Fire Department crews responded at 2:45 a.m. to a fire at HRC Insurance Services at 1001 Fruitvale Avenue B. Firefighters attacked the...
🔥 Wood Burning Banned on Spare the Air Days in Bay Area
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District bans wood burning on any day a Spare the Air Alert is issued for fine particulate pollution. This rule applies year-round to both homes and businesses. During an alert, it’s illegal to burn wood, fire logs, pellets, or other solid fuels in fireplaces, stoves, or outdoor...
