Oakland bakery raising funds for families impacted by SNAP benefits
(KRON) — Amid the ongoing government shutdown, millions of Americans relying on SNAP benefits are affected. One East Bay bakery looks to do its part to help those in need. Angel Cakes in Oakland is raising money to do that by offering “free or discounted celebration cakes to local families affected by the government...
‘Gratitude for the community’: Oakland jewelry store reopens after robbery
An Oakland jewelry store on Saturday celebrated its reopening after a robbery back in September. Aster Jewelers, an independent jewelry store on Mountain Boulevard in Montclair, held a celebration for the community at their reopened storefront. On Sept. 14, store staff reported that the store had been robbed in the...
Train driver appears to fall asleep as screaming passengers are jolted
The train was travelling at an "excessive" speed of 50 mph, officials said.
Atmospheric river to hit California with heavy rain, strong winds. Here’s a timeline of...
A fast-moving storm driven by an atmospheric river will sweep down the California coast, bringing a quick burst of heavy rain, strong winds and snow in the Sierra Nevada.
California sorority intruder stole underwear, watched women shower, police say
A 45-year-old Bay Area man with an extensive criminal history was arrested in connection with a break-in at a UC Berkeley sorority house, in which he’s accused of watching women shower, stealing underwear and pizza. According to the Berkeley Police Department, the frightening Nov. 1 incident took place in the 2300...
Police: Berkeley man, 21, arrested after stabbing father
A young man is in custody this week after stabbing his father at their northwest Berkeley home Monday evening, authorities report. Berkeley police said Isaac Bolton, 21, fled the scene and tried to hide in the bushes a half-mile away before officers found and arrested him. The incident began around 5:45 p.m. when...
Newsom breaks silence on violent Berkeley protest of TPUSA at California university
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has yet to publicly comment on violence that erupted on the campus of UC Berkeley on Monday from protesters disrupting a TPUSA event.
Northern lights splash across Bay Area: Here’s where they will be visible tonight
SANTA ROSA, Calif. - The northern lights are putting on a show this week, including splashing over the skies in Novato, Santa Rosa, Petaluma, San Anselmo and San Rafael. Viewers like Jessica Norelli Cox shared photos of the rare geo-magnetic storm with KTVU and images like this were shared all over the country on...
BART to raise daily parking rates in new year
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — Bay Area commuters who rely on parking at BART stations will see daily rates increase by as much as $1.60 starting Jan. 1, 2026, the Bay Area Rapid Transit District announced Monday. Most BART stations will see daily parking fees increase by $0.40, which the agency said reflects inflation. Four...
In His New Film, Oakland Rapper Bryce Savoy Explores Fatherhood Through Generations
On New Year’s Day, 2024, hip-hop artist Bryce Savoy’s life was irrevocably changed: His biggest fan, his father Bryce Fluellen, tragically passed away at 53 years old. Among the important lessons Big Bryce (as he was known to friends and family) imparted on his son were that everything one wants to do in life is ripe...
