OPD investigates Mother’s Day fatal shooting
(KRON) – Authorities are investigating a homicide that transpired on Mother’s Day in Uptown Oakland, according to the Oakland Police Department. Around midnight on Sunday, Oakland police officers responded to the 600 block of 16th Street due to the report of a shooting. Arriving officers located a victim who...
‘Exploding birds’ shock residents of a Northern California town
"It was just horrifying," said resident Sharon Anderson.
Monday Morning Headlines: SFPD Deputy Chiefs All Appear On the Way Out
It appears that every deputy chief under departing SFPD Chief Bill Scott is also planning on departing soon, either putting in for retirement or otherwise. And Mission Local's Joe Eskenazi is questioning whether Paul Yep, who will serve as interim chief, won't just stay on the job permanently. [Mission Local]
‘Caught off guard’: S.F. officials stunned as city jobs nonprofit shuts down
A San Francisco nonprofit inspired by the Depression-era Civilian Conservation Corps is closing after more than 40 years.
Oakland Vietnamese noodle soup spot closing this weekend after nearly 10 years
(KRON) — One of the most popular pho spots in Oakland is closing this weekend after nearly a decade. Vietnamese restaurant Pho Vy is officially shuttering its doors for good on Sunday, May 18, the business shared in a social media post. “We want to express our deepest gratitude for your amazing support and loyalty […]
USC Student Murderer Sentenced 25 to Life
A man who killed a USC jazz student during an attempted robbery just blocks from the university campus six years ago was sentenced Monday to 35 years to life in state prison. Ivan Hernandez, 29, pleaded no contest in January to first-degree murder and also admitted that he personally used a gun in the March 2019...
Man’s body found in San Mateo Creek, police investigating
SAN MATEO, Calif. - Police are investigating a man's body found in San Mateo Creek on Monday. What we know: — The San Mateo Police Department said they received a call from someone passing through the area of the 1600 block of East 3rd Avenue at around 1:52 p.m.
California traffic stop leads to officers rescuing spider monkey, again
The Solano County Sheriff's Office says a traffic stop turned into a rescue mission that now involves the Oakland Zoo.
10 Must-See Summer Music Festivals and Outdoor Concerts in the Bay Area
Summer in the Bay Area is a time of musical abundance: Every week, there are free concerts with musical heavy-hitters and up-and-coming local acts alike, plus music festivals worth the splurge. So text your group chat, pack a picnic and add these shows to your summer bucket list. Concerts at...
‘Devastating’ fire obliterates cult favorite San Francisco brand’s factory
"The factory was destroyed beyond repair," the company said.
