crime Zero homicides: Oakland mayor, city officials point to October crime data as positive trend By Janis Mara | Bay City News | November 5, 2024 Crime has been a major issue in Oakland and figures into a recall effort targeting Thao.
alert PG&E says people in a dozen counties, including Alameda, could have power shutoffs on Election Day By Dan McMenamin | Bay City News | November 4, 2024 PG&E implements what the utility calls Public Safety Power Shutoffs to avoid the sparking of destructive wildfires.
City November Cop on the Block By Exedra Staff | November 1, 2024 PPD will be holding one more informal meet-up this month on November 24 at Indian Gulch Rd.
City The Blotter | Two arrested for breaking into vehicles By Damin Esper | October 29, 2024 Witness tip leads to arrests; plus residents surprise burglars in the act; and vehicle sought in SF chase triggers ALPR alert.
crime The Blotter | Rash of car break-ins hits Piedmont By Damin Esper | October 22, 2024 Eight cars hit early on October 12. Plus: More DUIs.
public safety Alameda DA criticizes Oakland police over alleged officer DUIs, cites ‘alarming trend’ By Katy St. Clair, Bay City News | October 22, 2024 Oakland police said they were aware of the allegations made against the officers and are cooperating with outside law enforcement agencies on each case.
City City issues Red Flag warning amid gusty winds, low humidity and extreme fire danger By City of Piedmont | October 18, 2024 PFD has beefed up staff for the weekend, and in light of Oakland's fire this afternoon, asks residents to stay alert and be ready to evacuate.
City The Blotter | Man arrested for DUI after early-morning accident By Damin Esper | October 15, 2024 Plus reports of residential burglary and theft.
City ‘Drop, cover, and hold on’ at 10:17 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17 By Piedmont Fire Department | City of Piedmont | October 11, 2024 The Annual ShakeOut event is a reminder to be ready for an earthquake.
Bay Area Indictment unsealed against trio accused of prolific Bay Area bank robbery conspiracy By Katy St. Clair, Bay City News | October 10, 2024 The suspects allegedly demanded money with threatening notes, took cash, and exited the banks to a waiting getaway car.