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Oakland Fire Department steps up in vaccination effort, will soon get new chief
Hoodline interviewed Oakland Fire Department’s (OFD) Interim Chief Melinda Drayton on a few issues in the city including; emergency response and preparedness, race and equity, and the new Police Chief LeRonne L. Armstrong. Read More
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Residents safe after 2-alarm house fire near Piedmont Ave.
A neighbor called in the fire, then helped the residents out of the house. Read More
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How Bay Area locals can help California fire victims
From buying treats at a bake sale to fostering a pet, here's how locals can support the victims of California's devastating fires. Read More
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Fire crews battle blazes at 3 different West Oakland sites this morning
The largest was a 5-alarm fire that erupted at a condo complex currently under construction on West Grand Avenue and Filbert Street. Read More
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Grand jury indicts suspect in Nia Wilson's killing at MacArthur BART station
An Alameda County grand jury has charged John Lee Cowell with murder in the killing of 18-year-old Nia Wilson this past July. Read More
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With California fires raging, agency takes action to prevent a blaze in the East Bay hills
The East Bay Regional Park District aims to prevent fires from starting and spreading from the East Bay hills to urban neighborhoods. Read More
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Community bike shop The Bikery burglarized, loses $20,000 in cash and bikes
The nonprofit shop is seeking the public's help in its recovery efforts. Read More
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Oakland police officer critically injured in multi-vehicle collision
The patrol SUV hit another vehicle before colliding with a semitruck at the Port of Oakland. Read More
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Judge rejects plea deal for Ghost Ship operators
A judge rejected a plea deal for the operators of the Ghost Ship warehouse, where a fire killed 36 people in 2016. Read More
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Firefighters battle blaze at Piedmont residence [Updated]
Piedmont firefighters are currently tackling "heavy fire" at a single-family residence. Read More
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Shooting on the Bay Bridge kills 1, injures 2 this morning [Updated]
The fatal shooting brought eastbound traffic to a standstill this morning. Read More
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Suspect arrested in fatal stabbing at MacArthur BART station
John Lee Cowell, 27, was arrested for allegedly killing Nia Wilson and wounding her sister on Sunday. Read More
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Police seek suspect in fatal BART stabbing
John Cowell is wanted in the stabbing of Nia Wilson and her sister at the MacArthur BART station. Read More
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Group offers $300,000 reward to find construction site arsonists
Several residential structures under development in Oakland burned in 2016 and 2017. Read More
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Armed Suspect Robs 'Rawr Coffee Bar'
Last month, an unknown suspect burgled adjoining nonprofit Cat Town. Read More
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Cats Escape 'Cat Town' Nonprofit After Intruder Smashes Windows [Video]
One cat has been returned, but one is still considered missing. Read More
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Hundreds Protest Immigration Crackdown Outside ICE Building
More than 300 people demonstrated outside Immigration and Custom Enforcement's FiDi building. Read More
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Small East Bay Earthquake Delays BART Systemwide This Afternoon
In case you were on BART wondering about earthquake damage during lunchtime today. Read More
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New Bill Seeks To Deter Vehicle Break-Ins
A new law proposed by State Senator Scott Weiner would make it easier to prosecute auto burglars. Read More
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Judge Rules City Can Be Held Liable For Ghost Ship Fire
The ruling paves the way for fire-related lawsuits against the City of Oakland to proceed. Read More
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BART Police Seek Public's Help Identifying Vandalism Suspect
Anyone with information should contact BART police at 510-464-7040. Read More
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Get prepped for emergencies with these must-have supplies
It's definitely time to review your disaster preparedness plans. Read More
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Where To Buy Respirator Masks In San Francisco & Oakland [Updated]
While many stores are sold out, N95 masks are still available at some. Read More
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North Bay Wildfires Bring Smoke, Ash To San Francisco & Oakland
Brush fires on more than 30,000 acres in several counties are affecting local air quality. Read More
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Firefighters Still Monitoring 4-Alarm Blaze In Hills
The grass fire is 80% contained, but officials said they'll be keeping an eye on it all day. Read More