The long-standing battle over a controversial coal export terminal in Oakland takes center stage as the city and developer Phil Tagami face off in a high-stakes trial.

Oakland communities are on high alert as a troubling spike in home invasion robberies rattles residents, prompting urgent safety measures.

Despite facing increased scrutiny and threats, Drag Story Hour events, featuring the beloved drag queen Per Sia, continue their mission to promote acceptance and inclusivity at the Oakland Public Library.

A group of burglars resort to extreme measures, driving an SUV into the Fruitvale Village market in Oakland, stealing cash and cigarettes in a planned operation.

Oakland City Council's finance and management committee has supported a massive $75,000 salary increase for their mayor, Sheng Thao, even though the city is facing the largest budget deficit in its history.

Convicted car thief Josue Ortega arrested in Oakland, accused of a fatal hit-and-run that killed a 73-year-old grandmother

Berkeley's renowned deli Poulet, famous for its roasted chicken, is closing its doors after 43 years of service. Despite a loyal community following, news of its closure has left many fans disappointed.

Contra Costa County is hit by refinery pollution, this time in the form of coke dust emissions. Health officials are on the case.

A fire blazed through an Oakland apartment complex, displacing 14 people and forcing them to flee the scene in a scramble.

Bird tests positive for West Nile Virus in Fairfield, prompting health officials to encourage residents to take preventive measures.

A savvy Vallejo resident and trained mixed martial artist caught an arsonist red-handed, detaining the culprit until the police arrived to quell a potentially devastating wildfire.

A cyber-security incident cripples the city of Hayward's online systems, causing officials to shut down the public website and various portals, while citizens are left with limited options for city-related services.

A 2-year-old child tragically succumbed to injuries after being struck by a car backing out of a driveway in Vallejo – highlighting the need for heightened awareness and caution in residential areas.