Two exotic birds, Tofu and Plato, were stolen from Feathered Follies pet shop in Concord. The owner suspects they were taken for resale due to their value.

Rescue teams saved two hikers facing medical emergencies in Sunol Wilderness, employing a helicopter for rapid evacuation to nearby medical facilities.

Richmond police disrupted an illegal sideshow event, pursuing and cornering participants, with vehicles impounded and drivers facing fines and prosecution.

A woman was injured in a shooting in Antioch; police provided first aid and are investigating the incident that occurred at Sycamore Drive and Peppertree Way.

A man in Oakland died after an attack by three dogs owned by Brendan Burke, who faces charges for failing to control the animals. The victim's brother expressed forgiveness despite the tragedy.

California's Alameda County, including Fremont, is in quarantine due to Medfly detection, with a response involving sterile fly releases and guidelines for local produce handling.

The San Leandro Police are searching for a missing person, Lionel Askew, from a care home. He requires medication and has been missing since September 5.

The Oakland Police Department seeks public help to find two missing youths, Josias Velasquez Colindres and Isreal Myers, last seen on East 16th Street and 65th Avenue respectively.

BART's planned September track shutdown between Rockridge, MacArthur, and 19th Street stations has been postponed to October to minimize rider impact and improve work efficiency.

Alameda receives a $16 million federal grant for safety improvements on a major city corridor, with construction expected to start in 2026, as part of the SS4A program under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

A 20-year-old man, Elijah Scales, died after a shooting in Antioch on Peppertree Way. The Antioch PD is investigating the incident and seeking information.

The Alameda County Superior Court has instituted mandatory furloughs to address a $4.3 million budget cut, with staff taking unpaid leave one day a month to avoid layoffs.

El Cerrito and Related California secure a $39.1 million grant for affordable housing at El Cerrito Plaza TOD, part of a project adding 743 units and amenities like a community plaza.