The Alameda County D.A.'s Office settled with Purity Nutra over false advertising claims, demanding the company amend its promotions and enforce consumer protection laws.

The Alameda DA's office launched a Real Estate Fraud Notification Program to protect homeowners from property scams by alerting them to title transfers.

The Oakland City Council supports safe overnight parking for the vehicle homeless population by backing faith-based group initiatives and allocating $450,000 in city funds.

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao rejected the current police chief candidates, necessitating a new search by the Police Commission, following former chief Armstrong's firing over a misconduct scandal.

California AG Rob Bonta, backed by a coalition of 23 states, has filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to overturn a Fifth Circuit decision that restricts federal communication with social media companies on content moderation.

California AG Rob Bonta, with 22 attorneys general, supports the federal bump stock ban in a Supreme Court brief, emphasizing the device's illegality and danger after its use in the 2017 Las Vegas shooting.

Alameda County has suspended the expansion of Santa Rita Jail's mental health facility, facing delays and opposition from community groups and public officials.

Hayward's City Council has passed an ordinance penalizing spectators of illegal sideshows, effective January 11, 2024, with potential fines or jail time.

California officials are taking legal action against La Cañada Flintridge for denying a mixed-income housing project to address the state's housing crisis.

Oakland earns distinction as a leading city in climate action, recognized on the CDP Cities A List for its robust environmental initiatives and collaborative community efforts in sustainability.

DA Pamela Price of Oakland has formed a team dedicated to victim's rights, established a Victims Advisory Commission, and reduced backlogs, thereby enhancing justice and support for over 22,500 individuals in Alameda County.

Karen Stepper was appointed Mayor of Danville for 2024, with Dave Fong as Vice Mayor, marking Stepper's fifth term and recognizing community contributors at a council meeting.

Colleen Liang named Environmental Director at the Port of Oakland, leading green initiatives.