Mac’s Old House has been bought by local investors and is expected to reopen in June 2026 after a major renovation that will keep the original menu and ambiance.

Former San Leandro Mayor Stephen Cassidy has died at 61. He's remembered for saving the local hospital and creating a fiber-optic network. Flags will be at half-mast for seven days.

Mylar balloons that touched power lines left thousands in San Leandro without electricity Saturday night as crews worked overnight to restore service.

Daniel Andreas San Diego, accused in 2003 Bay Area pipe bombings, is contesting extradition from the UK after a London hearing heard key evidence.

Thieves broke into Central Boulevard Veterinary Hospital, stealing pet ashes intended for retrieval by families, prompting a police investigation and community appeal for their return.

Alameda County charged a man after a 14-year-old Berkeley High student was stabbed in the face with a pen near MLK Jr. Way; the suspect is in custody at Santa Rita Jail.

Oakland detectives recovered a missing 17‑year‑old after responding to an online prostitution ad; court records name a 31‑year‑old suspect charged with trafficking.

A family’s federal wrongful-death suit says prison staff failed to stop a brutal April attack at Salinas Valley State Prison — then footage of the killing showed up online.

A laminated window sign at Oceanview Diner on Fourth Street set off a neighborhood flap; worker-owners say it was meant to protect immigrant staff and have clarified the wording.

Three local baristas are turning a popular pop‑up into Kopê House, a Hayes Valley cafe serving cocktail‑style coffee and evening hours.

Antioch police have upgraded charges against Brandon Rowlett to murder after the victim he allegedly attacked, Frank Troia, died from injuries sustained in a November incident.

Hayward Police solved a July homicide case, revealing Susana Vallejos died from head trauma and strangulation rather than a drug overdose as initially claimed by Michael Flunoy, who has been arrested along with David Lynn for accessory charges.

West Contra Costa School District experiences its first strike, with teachers demanding better pay and benefits, along with support for their international colleagues. Negotiations are stalled despite ongoing talks.