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Oakland politics: Rebuilding The Town in 2021 after COVID-19 and protests
So much happened in 2020 that cities like Oakland had to fight to survive, but 2021 is full of hope. The community needs to come together to support small and Black-owned businesses, and get back out there as soon as they're vaccinated.
Questions surrounding masks, vaccine booster shots, and upcoming Oakland events mount
There's been a lot of talk about whether or not you should wear a mask if you're vaccinated, and there have been questions recently about booster shots for those who received the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. Vaccination status may end up being a key factor in whether Oaklanders can attend upcoming, large events like Pride.
Dr. Huey P. Newton bust debuts in Oakland, becomes city’s first permanent art display for Black Panther Party
An influential figure of the Black Panther Party, Dr. Huey P. Newton was honored Sunday when a bronze bust debuted in West Oakland, simultaneously commemorating the political party's 55th anniversary.
UC Berkeley professor Elizabeth Hoover admits falsely claiming Native American ancestry
Examine the controversy surrounding UC Berkeley associate professor Elizabeth Hoover, who admitted to falsely claiming Native American ancestry her whole life. It looks at the wider implications of her case, such as the validity of her academic work, the appropriateness of her acceptance of race-related grants, and the ethical and moral implications of her false identity.
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Ex-KTVU Anchor Frank Somerville Arrested After Alleged Physical Altercation Just Months After He Sought To Return to Anchoring
Former Bay Area news anchor Frank Somerville faces arrest following a family altercation, just months after expressing a desire to return to anchoring in an exclusive interview.
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VIDEO: Transgender Person Allegedly Denied Hormone Meds at Oakland Walgreens
A transgender man was allegedly denied hormone replacement therapy medication by a Walgreens pharmacist in Oakland due to the pharmacist's personal religious beliefs, sparking a call for policy changes and added protections for transgender patients.
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Terri'nae Wilson-Williams Found, Oakland Teen's Safe Return Sparks Relief and Reflection
A missing Oakland teenager, Terri'nae Wilson-Williams, has been safely located thanks to the diligence of the community and media partners. Her return prompts discussion on the importance of community-police partnership.
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Free Car Seat Installation in Alameda Amid Child Passenger Safety Week
Child Passenger Safety Week is approaching, and a free event offers families crucial safety education and support. Safety experts will provide free car seat installation and inspections, ensuring a secure future for our beloved young ones.
Big Brother's Annual Container Review, City of Alameda Will Check Your Trash Bins
ACI is performing statewide container reviews to ensure compliance with Senate Bill 1383. Lid flipping during the week of September 18-23 will detect prohibited materials, with potential notices and fees issued for significant contamination.
Activate Oakland Sponsorship Program Unveils $400,000 Boost for Events and Small Businesses
Mayor Sheng Thao, Visit Oakland, and City Leaders collaborate to unfold a $400,000 sponsorship program, breathing new life into Oakland’s commercial corridors and small businesses by stimulating events and cultivating culture.
Union City Police Announce Covert DUI Checkpoint to Quell Impaired Driving
Union City Police announced a DUI checkpoint for December 16, aiming to reduce impaired driving incidents. The location remains undisclosed, but the checkpoint is part of ongoing efforts to improve road safety and is funded by grants.
Oakland and Alameda County Prepare for Key Homeless Count, Urge Community Volunteers to Step Up
Oakland and Alameda County are preparing for a Point-in-Time Count of homeless residents on January 25, for which volunteers are crucial. This count influences funding and policy for homelessness programs.
Union City's December Dread With Over 1K Lives Lost to Drunk Driving in Holiday Horror
Union City Police reported high December drunk-driving fatalities, with 1,013 deaths in 2021. They urge using alternate transport to combat this trend, especially among male drivers who are more prone to DUI incidents.
Bay Area Air Quality Authority Teams Up with Contra Costa DA to Address MRC's Persistent Violations in Martinez
Dr. Philip Fine of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District criticized MRC for air quality violations, vowing to investigate and take legal action alongside the Contra Costa County DA's Office.
Berkeley Police Investigate Attempted Kidnapping Near Ruth Acty Elementary, Safety Alert Issued
Berkeley Police issued a safety alert after an attempted kidnapping of a Ruth Acty Elementary student by a suspect in a white vehicle. The student escaped, and the community is urged to be vigilant and report suspicious activity.
Letter From The Publisher: Hoodline's Transition to Hybrid Content
Discover how Hoodline integrates AI tools with traditional reporting to shape the future of local news and investigative journalism. This Letter from the Publisher details Hoodline's journey using AI-assisted journalism to support and expand their team of investigative reporters, in a dual approach that blends innovative technology with skilled human editorial oversight.
Oakland Police Department Mourns Loss of Officer Jordan Wingate, Dies From Injuries Years After On-Duty Collision
Oakland Police Officer Jordan Wingate died from injuries of a 2018 on-duty crash. Starting as a cadet in 2013, his career ended with this tragedy, making him the 55th officer to die in the line of duty.
Dublin Celebrates the Opening of Emerald High School, Alameda County's First in 50 Years
Dublin is opening Emerald High School to address overcrowding due to a student population surge. It features modern facilities and a 31,000 sq ft gym, embodying the growth and investment in the community’s future.
Hayward Public Library Marks 5-Year Anniversary with Festive Community Celebrations on Sept. 14
The Hayward Public Library is celebrating the 5th anniversary of its downtown branch with activities like art exhibits and live music on Sept. 14. The library highlights Hayward's infrastructural improvements funded by Measure C.
Concord Police Assert No Shooting at Clayton Valley Charter High School Amid False Alarm and Social Media Frenzy
Concord Police clarified that no shooting happened at Clayton Valley Charter High School despite social media panic, they're investigating unverified reports of individuals with a firearm on campus.
California Attorney General Urges Caution Against Misleading Puppy Mills, Promotes Adoption from Shelters
California Attorney General warns consumers about deceptive puppy breeding practices and advises buyers to ensure breeders are responsible and credible. He emphasizes adoption from shelters, outlining laws protecting pets and consumers.
WWII Hero Returns Home: Remains of Livermore Airman, Missing for Decades, Identified and Set for 2025 Commemoration
Remains of WWII airman, 2nd Lt. Thomas V. Kelly Jr., have been identified 80 years after his B-24 bomber was shot down. His return honors his service and provides closure to his family and community.
Oakland City Council Ratifies $130 Million in Budget Cuts Affecting Police, Fire Services, and Arts Programs
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.
Oakland Reports a 34% Decline in Violent Crime as 'Operation Ceasefire' Makes Impact
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.
City of Oakland Boosts Hegenberger Avenue Safety With New Surveillance Cameras Ahead of NBA All-Star Weekend
Oakland is expanding its surveillance with new safety cameras on Hegenberger Avenue, boosting security ahead of the NBA All-Star Weekend, with Councilmembers Houston and Reid supporting the $150,000 investment.
Contra Costa County Partners with University of Minnesota to Uncover Discriminatory Property Records in Historical Reckoning Initiative
Contra Costa County launches Mapping Prejudice initiative to identify and map historic racially discriminatory covenants in property records in collaboration with the University of Minnesota.
BART to Host Small Business Summit in Oakland: Opportunity to Shape Disparity Study and Network with Industry Leaders
BART invites entrepreneurs to its Small Business Summit on May 19 in Oakland to discuss contracts, network, and contribute to a disparity study aimed at enhancing diversity in procurement.
Bay Area Bird Deaths Shrouded in Mystery: East Richmond Heights Seeks Answers as Non-Electrocution Injuries Emerge
Mysterious bird deaths in East Richmond Heights, possibly caused by a pellet gun or similar object, are under investigation, as initial thoughts of electrocution have been dismissed. Local authorities and DFW are looking into the matter.
Oakland Relocates 70 Homeless Residents to Interim Housing with Mandela House Initiative
Oakland moved 70 homeless individuals from an encampment to interim housing at Mandela House, using funds from a state grant. The city also cleaned up the site and plans to convert the housing into Permanent Supportive Housing.
Contra Costa County Fire District Announces Prescribed Burn in Hunsaker Canyon to Mitigate Wildfire Risks
Contra Costa County plans a prescribed burn in Hunsaker Canyon on July 16 for wildfire prevention, part of the Lafayette-Walnut Creek project. Residents should expect smoke and avoid calling 911.
Bay Area Trash Pickup to Resume as Republic Services and Union Workers Reach Tentative Agreement After Strike
Republic Services and union workers reached a tentative deal after a two-week strike, set to resume Bay Area trash pickup. The strike caused sanitation concerns, prompting negotiations over wages and benefits.
Contra Costa Family Medicine Residency Program Celebrates 75 Years of Training Physicians for Community Health Care
The Contra Costa Family Medicine Residency Program celebrates 75 years of training physicians with a wide range of services and a rigorous curriculum, contributing significantly to local healthcare and global medical education.
Oakland Intensifies Fight Against Illegal Dumping with Daily Cleanup Operations, Mayor Barbara Lee Announces
Oakland expands illegal dumping cleanup to seven days a week without additional taxpayer costs, aiming to address the city's ongoing trash problem and enhance existing waste management efforts.
West Contra Costa Unified School District Braces for Potential Teacher and Staff Strikes Amid Contract Disputes
Teacher and staff from West Contra Costa Unified School District may strike over contract disputes, with negotiations stalled and potential raised pay for substitutes during a strike to $550 a day.
Alameda Library Receives $10,000 from Carnegie Corporation Amidst National Celebration of Democracy
The Alameda Free Library receives a $10,000 grant from the Carnegie Corporation of New York to honor its role as a historic Carnegie Library and support its continued service as a beacon of public education.
Bay Area City Halls Slip Shelters Onto Quiet Blocks, Neighbors Erupt
San Francisco, San José and Oakland are expanding interim shelters into new neighborhoods to ease downtown pressure — but NIMBY opposition, land limits and funding are making openings rocky. Cities say the shift is about equity; neighbors say it’s about quality of life.
Oakland's "Guns to Gardens" Buyback Event Collects 58 Firearms in Community-Led Gun Violence Reduction Initiative
The Oakland Police Department's "Guns to Gardens" buyback event led to the collection of 58 firearms, including assault rifles and ghost guns, in exchange for gift cards and garden tools.
UPDATE: West Contra Costa Unified School District Edges Closer to Settlement with Teamsters Union Amid Ongoing Teachers' Negotiations
The Teamsters Union has agreed to suspend their strike in the WCCUSD, following a tentative agreement including pay raises and medical benefits, while negotiations between the district and UTR continue.
UC Berkeley Lecturer Peyrin Kao Suspended for Pro-Palestinian Remarks in Class Amid Controversy Over Academic Freedom
UC Berkeley suspended lecturer Peyrin Kao for a semester without pay for classroom remarks perceived as pro-Palestinian political advocacy, which Kao and supporters, including CAIR-SFBA and UC-AFT, dispute citing academic freedom.
San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District Battles Delays and Regulatory Challenges in Wildfire Mitigation Efforts
The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District's wildfire mitigation efforts are hindered by delays and regulatory challenges from California State Parks, leading to reduced accomplishments and high compliance costs.
Oakland—"So Far Gone" Per Trump—Now Has Lower Murder Rates than Major Texas Law-And-Order Strongholds
The city Trump declared beyond salvation just posted better murder statistics than two of Texas's biggest law-and-order strongholds. Oakland's 13 homicides per 100,000 residents now undercuts Houston's 13.8 and Dallas's 13.6, demolishing years of political rhetoric about Democratic cities spiraling into chaos.
Oakland Nurses Pack Hospital Steps In Outcry Over ICE Killing Of Minneapolis ICU Nurse
About 200 Oakland nurses held a candlelight vigil Monday to protest the ICE killing of Minneapolis ICU nurse Alex Pretti and to press county leaders for protections. The California Nurses Association says the march to the Alameda County Board is next.
West Oakland Library Desert May End as Hoover Branch Makes a Comeback
Oakland is moving to buy the vacant San Pablo Avenue storefront that once housed Community Foods Market to revive the Hoover branch, closed in 1981. The plan faces funding and design hurdles but would restore a key neighborhood resource.
Homers Gone Wild: Oakland Ballers Face West Oakland Lawsuit Over Flying Baseballs
A West Oakland landlord says years of home runs and foul balls from Raimondi Park have damaged a nearby building and has sued the Oakland Ballers for six-figure repairs. The case could force changes at the small urban ballpark.
