The Blotter | Resident accuses housecleaner of theft By Damin Esper | January 27, 2026 No evidence found to back up accusation.
California California’s newest ICE center has 1,400 detainees. What Adam Schiff and Alex Padilla saw there By Wendy Fry | CalMatters | January 20, 2026 The newest and largest ICE detention center in the state is a former prison in Kern County.
Bay Area ‘We want to change behavior’: Oakland speed cameras go live as 5-year safety pilot begins By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | January 18, 2026 The cameras have been installed in the 8% of the city’s streets that account for 60% of its severe and fatal collisions.
Bay Area Looking out for ICE, California parents, teachers help students get to school By Zaidee Stavely | EdSource | January 16, 2026 School staff in Oakland and other districts say patrols outside schools have boosted attendance and mental health.
City The Blotter | Stolen vehicle leads to crash into home By Damin Esper | January 13, 2026 Plus a late-night traffic stop.
Crime & Safety Oakland launches literacy program leaders say could boost education, curb crime By Andres Jimenez Larios | Bay City News | January 12, 2026 The new, free citywide initiative Oakland Reads 1234! aims to increase literacy rates for very young students.
Oakland Oakland mayor nominates 2 candidates for Police Commission amid search for new chief By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | January 12, 2026 The commission is preparing to search for a new police chief.
Around Town Stolen truck crashes into home: Piedmont Police By Exedra Staff | January 9, 2026 Suspects crashed brand new vehicle hauling dirt and concrete into home at Ricardo and Blair.
California Lawmaker targets repeat drunk drivers as part of larger push to fix problems exposed by CalMatters By Lauren Hepler and Robert Lewis | CalMatters | January 8, 2026 DUI bill styled as “tip of the spear” in addressing how California allows dangerous drivers to stay on the roads.
Bay Area Oakland leaders cite double-digit decrease in crime, admit work needed on gun violence By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | January 7, 2026 Lee said lawbreaking was down by 24% across the board in 2025 versus the prior year.
crime The Blotter | Man pulled over with alleged prostitute By Damin Esper | January 6, 2026 Plus: hit-and-run, burglaries, stolen vehicles, and more.