Oakland reports a 34% drop in homicides and shootings in 2024, attributed to the renewed Operation Ceasefire program and community support, despite the city grappling with mixed public perception and uncertainty following the mayor's recall.

R&B icon Sugar Pie DeSanto has died in her sleep at the age of 89, leaving a legacy of vibrant performances and hits like "I Want to Know."

The Oakland City Council has approved budget cuts to address a $130 million shortfall, impacting the police, fire services, housing, and cultural programs, with potential future revenue through a proposed sales tax increase.

Alameda County reported a 3% drop in homelessness, the first decrease since 2013, with unsheltered residents down by 11% according to the 2024 Point in Time count.

California AG Rob Bonta asserts the right to emergency medical care includes abortion, under EMTALA, amidst legal clashes with state bans post-Roe v. Wade overturn.

The Federal Bureau of Prisons announced the closure of FCI Dublin and six other facilities due to staffing shortages, decaying infrastructure, and budget constraints.

California Highway Patrol officers in Hayward rescued a cat resembling the famous Grumpy Cat from traffic, garnering social media attention and seeking to reunite it with its owners.

The Alameda County District Attorney, Pamela Price, has released a report on gun violence, highlighting its impact and proposing solutions to address the crisis.

Oakland's Blackout Holiday Market showcases over 40 Black-owned businesses at Oakstop, providing them a platform for economic empowerment and community networking during the holiday shopping season.

Vacaville Police Chief Ian Schmutzler will retire on December 31, 2024, after a tenure focused on community connection and resilience following tragedy.

A young coyote was spotted in San Leandro's Washington Manor neighborhood, eluding capture and prompting police to advise residents to not engage with it and keep pets leashed.

A coyote was safely relocated by the SLPD after appearing on a resident's porch in San Leandro, following another sighting where residents were advised to not interfere with the wildlife.

The EPA fined Oakland-based AB&I $274,000 for Clean Air Act violations, leading to the facility's 2022 shutdown due to unfiltered emissions and monitoring lapses.