If the program is successful, administrators may expand it into a high school that serves 450 students.

To close out the year, we've asked contributors to select their favorite stories of 2017.

Since its founding, nearly a thousand kids have come through Sprouts Cooking Club.

Kids and teens can enjoy a free, nutritious lunch at six branch locations.

This new indoor play area for kids 8 and under can be reserved for parties.

Find out which schools made the grade in reading, math and other key areas.

Find out which schools made the grade in reading, math and other key areas.

The announcement extends the original planned closure date by nearly a month, as officials work to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Oakland’s dreamscape of bright colors and childhood nostalgia, Fairyland is set to reopen to the public on March 19 after being shuttered for over four months.

The bioluminescent dreamscape that is Oakland Zoo’s Glowfari returned just before the weekend for the second year in a row, attracting thousands to the animal park to view the massive lanterns inspired by global fauna.

Hoodline has rounded up some unique holiday happenings for you to add to your December calendar, including in-person, outdoor and distanced drive-through events. 

If you’ve been wanting to get a dog, especially a larger breed, then Animal Services in the city of Oakland wants to hear from you.

34,000 students in Oakland Unified School District return to school with optimism, leaving behind a tumultuous year marred by strikes and pandemic restrictions.

The growing social media trend of shooting BB guns at strangers has caused a surge of attacks in cities across the US, prompting a warning from the Alameda Police Department for parents to have conversations with their children about the dangers involved.

The Curry family and their Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation have launched a $50 million fundraising campaign to help the Oakland Unified School District improve its playgrounds, provide millions of free meals to kids, and distribute free books.

Halloween returns with the Livermore Police Department's Trunk or Treat event, uniting the community and providing a safe space for kids to enjoy the spooky season.

As Oakland prepares for the 5th Annual OPD Trunk or Treat event, the community and local businesses are rallying together to create a safe, fun, and family-friendly Halloween experience for kids.

San Leandro History Museum hosts a special screening of "Night at the Museum" and invites children to leave their stuffed animals for a unique overnight adventure - creating a charming experience for young attendees.

CA bill may legalize psychedelics as Oakland faces school incident with magic chocolates.

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating San Francisco and Oakland school districts over allegations of civil rights violations and antisemitism.

Alameda County opens its first new high school in 50 years, Emerald High, with modern facilities, anticipating future expansions and a focus on wellness.