An Alameda County judge rejected a challenge to the Port of Oakland’s environmental review, keeping the airport modernization plan intact while activists weigh an appeal.

Street vendors told Oakland City Council that stepped‑up enforcement is squeezing livelihoods; the city says safety measures and a vendor clinic are part of its response.

MidPen wants to replace the shuttered bank at 295 S. Mathilda with about 110 mostly‑affordable apartments; the plan reserves about 25% of homes for people exiting homelessness.

A pedestrian was killed at Vistapark Drive and West Capitol Expressway; an adult driver and two juveniles were hospitalized and the expressway was closed.

An Oakland trainer has been charged with 21 felony counts alleging child sexual abuse; investigators say evidence seized from his phone includes explicit images and messages. Preliminary hearing is scheduled for September 2026.

Emergency roadwork shut both directions of SR‑12 at the Rio Vista Bridge Tuesday night, creating major delays across the Delta.

Texas AG Ken Paxton opened an investigation into LinkedIn, alleging the platform profited from "ghost" job listings while selling Premium access. His office has issued a civil investigative demand.

Rescue boats swarmed Alcatraz waters after an apparent boat fire Tuesday; early footage shows crews hauling people out as smoke rose over the Bay.

The state budget includes planning funds to revive a courthouse that closed in 2011; local leaders say the move starts the long process of restoring court services to south San Joaquin County.

A solo-vehicle crash on Alameda de las Pulgas left one person dead and filled the road with heavy smoke, police say. Investigators have closed the corridor as they probe the wreck.

San Francisco is weighing a $1.975M payout after a 70-year-old cyclist was doored by a city vehicle. Advocates say the case highlights the need for employee training and protected bike lanes.

A Heat Advisory hits parts of the South Bay Wednesday with highs near 89°F and gusty northwest winds. Boaters should expect choppy seas and elevated fire-weather concerns.

Sunny Wednesday with highs near 75°F and gusty WSW winds. Coastal Flood Advisory through 4 AM Thursday for low-lying bayside spots.