Politics
Black family sues Piedmont over 1924 seizure of their home
Descendants of Sidney and Irene Dearing seek remedy for loss of property and generational wealth
Bay Area Businesses Close for 'ICE Out' Protest
Dozens of local shops shut down to show solidarity with nationwide immigration action.
Oakland Encampment Plan Moves Forward After State Funding Threat Lifted
California agency backs off warning that new policy could jeopardize $45 million in homelessness grants
Crime
Alameda County Court Expands Pretrial Services to Prevent Recidivism
The new program connects defendants awaiting trial with caseworkers and social services.
Jogger killed in Palo Alto collision
Victim succumbed to injuries days after being struck by driver
Oakland Pastor Files $5M Claim After Alleged Federal Shooting
Rev. Jorge Bautista says a federal agent struck him with a projectile during an October protest at the entrance to Coast Guard Island.
Lifestyle
Rainbow Grocery Cooperative Celebrates 50 Years in San Francisco
The community-focused natural foods store marks a major milestone in a changing retail landscape.
The Robinsons' Legacy Extends Beyond Baseball
Jackie and Rachel Robinson's impact went far beyond the sport, shaping trends in athlete activism, entrepreneurship, and community empowerment.
Mohka House Brings Yemeni Coffee to Oakland's Dimond District
Brothers Hamza and Yaser Ghalib expand their business with specialty coffees and traditional Yemeni baked goods.
Business
Oakland Diocese Loses Bid to Delay Attorney Fee Payments
The bankrupt diocese failed to convince a judge to defer legal fees until the end of its Chapter 11 case.
PG&E Expands East Bay Footprint with $22M Pleasanton Office Buy
The utility company adds another office building to its portfolio, acquiring a 209,000-square-foot property from Workday.
GrowthLead.me launches as Paul Andre de Vera demonstrates why he is the best growth lead in the San Francisco Bay Area for 2026
Veteran SEO and growth marketing expert creates an innovative case study that shows marketers how to stand out in a competitive job market through real-time wins and Answer Engine Optimization.
Entertainment
Zendaya and Robert Pattinson's Wedding Unravels in 'The Drama' Trailer
The upcoming dark romantic comedy features a mysterious confession and a feet-kissing scene.
Lance Gross Net Worth Reaches $1.5 Million in 2024
The actor and model is best known for his role on Tyler Perry's House of Payne
Oakland Rapper Philip Bank$ Explores Hyphy Era, Police Brutality in Debut Album
Bank$'s album "East Bay Times" is a cathartic exploration of loss, grief, and what the Town means to him.
