Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to announce his Vice Presidential pick for his independent White House bid in Oakland, causing speculation and potential impacts on the race against Biden and Trump.

California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a consumer alert offering tips to avoid tax fraud and recommended reporting scams, using free filing resources, and verifying tax preparers' credentials.

Floyd Mitchell was named Oakland's new police chief after the position was vacant for over a year, bringing his 30 years of law enforcement experience and a commitment to reducing crime.

San Francisco City Hall strengthens controls after a scandal involving ex-employee Stanley Ellicott, who's accused of fraudulently obtaining over $600,000 from city funds.

Despite privacy concerns, San Francisco introduces 400 license plate readers citywide to combat crime, promising operational efficacy within 3 months, as per Mayor Breed and city officials.

Ashleigh Kanat has been appointed as the head of Oakland's Economic and Workforce Development Department, bringing with her over 20 years of experience.

US Congress investigates UC Berkeley for how it handles reports of antisemitism following a disrupted Israeli speaker event and other campus incidents.

Oakland's Hegenberger Corridor sees a decline in crime due to collaborative efforts from city agencies, resulting in increased patrols, Safety Ambassadors, and new technology.

Alameda DA Pamela Price faces wrongful termination accusations and a manual recount of recall signatures after a sampling failed to verify the needed threshold.

Mayor London Breed plans to veto legislation limiting housing density in San Francisco's Northern Waterfront, affirming her commitment to expanding housing opportunities and opposing anti-housing regulations.

San Francisco Mayor Breed and Supervisors Melgar and Ronen propose a plan to expand family shelter capacity in response to increased homelessness and the influx of refugees.

Oakland joins the Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities initiative to boost urban innovation and black business growth with a focus on eco-friendly development and economic empowerment.

Mayoral candidate Mark Farrell proposes a public safety platform in San Francisco, including a citywide street vending ban and calling retired cops back to duty. His plans include closing troubled parks at night and increasing the police budget.