Antioch Police report a non-fatal shooting of a 29-year-old on Wilbur Avenue; the investigation is ongoing and witnesses are urged to contact them with information.

Richmond fire officials sent a Level 1 hazmat alert after intermittent flaring at Chevron's Richmond refinery. Officials say the issue is being addressed and no public action is needed.

Dublin teachers overwhelmingly voted no confidence in Superintendent Chris Funk, pressing the board over a $3.6M budgeting error and stalled contract talks. Town halls and a board meeting are set this week.

A person was killed near the Oakland Coliseum flea market Friday; Oakland police are investigating. Investigators are asking anyone with video to come forward.

An Oakland couple says strangers used their home‑sharing account to stay in their Leona Heights house for days, leaving drug paraphernalia and stealing their Mini Cooper.

The Port of Oakland received two new container cranes from Europe, which are electric, eco-friendly, and set to improve efficiency at the TraPac terminal.

The Chevron Richmond Refinery experienced flaring due to operational issues, prompting a Level 1 Hazmat notice but no action from the public. The refinery addressed safety concerns on social media.

Kirk Richardson, an inmate at Martinez Detention Facility, died after self-inflicting head injuries and unsuccessful resuscitation attempts. Previously arrested for murder, his death is under investigation.

A truck and trailer were stolen and crashed into a home in Piedmont, prompting a police investigation and call for community assistance. No injuries were reported.

A 45‑year‑old El Cerrito man charged with racially charged death threats to Mayor Barbara Lee is also accused of vowing to “skin” a federal judge, court filings show.

Oakland Police arrested an individual with a loaded "ghost gun" on Sunnyside Street, underscoring efforts to combat gun violence and unregistered firearms.

Mayor Barbara Lee’s two police commission nominees cleared a committee hurdle and head to City Council on Jan. 20. The picks arrive as Oakland navigates long-running federal oversight and selection disputes.

A new two‑loan option pairs an FHA/VA mortgage with National Homebuyers Fund down‑payment help, potentially letting some Bay Area buyers purchase with little or no cash.