BART officers pulled over a car at Coliseum Station Thursday night and seized about 157 grams of suspected cocaine, meth and fentanyl; a 22-year-old was arrested. Authorities say the vehicle appeared to be operating as a mobile drug store.

Patchy fog Saturday gives way to a string of storms. Heavy rain, gusts and low‑elevation snow are expected into midweek.

Permits were filed for an 88‑unit modular affordable building at 8301 MacArthur Blvd in East Oakland, mostly designated for very‑low‑income renters.

Patchy fog this morning gives way to a sunny afternoon. Rain returns late Saturday with heavier periods Sunday–Wednesday and gusty winds.

Mendocino Farms opened in Persimmon Place, Dublin, and says it will add Mill Valley and Concord locations in 2026.

A new CARB inventory finds California’s natural and working lands stored nearly 5 billion metric tons of carbon and absorbed about twice the carbon lost to wildfires, though recent mega‑fires have reduced stocks.

Armed private security stood near Fairmont Elementary last week, prompting parents to demand answers from PG&E and school officials. Neighbors say they want clearer rules on armed contractors near campuses.

A pedestrian died Tuesday night on Stevenson Boulevard after being struck by two vehicles; police say one driver stayed and another fled.

After a Bay Area dog was diagnosed with leptospirosis, vets and public‑health officials warn cases are rising; here’s what to watch for and how to protect pets.

A person was found shot and died Wednesday night on International Boulevard in East Oakland; police say homicide detectives are investigating and seeking tips and video.

Walnut Creek parents packed an Mt. Diablo school board meeting and presented a petition after the district announced a phased move of Bancroft’s Spanish immersion program to Woodside.

Sunny and mild Thursday in Oakland, but a wet, windy pattern returns this weekend with heavy surf and possible localized flooding. Plan accordingly.

A’s officials say the Strip ballpark is visibly taking shape: major decks have been poured, roughly $1.02B in permits are on file, and steel work is set to begin this spring. Team leaders still expect the stadium to track toward a 2028 opening.