California New state law to hold social media liable for child sex trafficking By Ruth Dusseault | Bay City News | October 9, 2023 The new law was authored by Oakland Assemblymember Buffy Wicks.
Bay Area Oakland privacy commission backs use of new ALPR system By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | October 6, 2023 Roughly 300 new cameras could be deployed through Oakland if approved by the City Council.
City The Blotter | Drive-by shooting on Grand near The Star By Damin Esper | October 3, 2023 Also: The search is on for a suspect thought to be involved in multiple burglaries.
crime FBI warns public about ‘phantom hacker’ scam By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | October 3, 2023 Swindlers pretending to be tech support staff, or bank or federal employees, are targeting seniors.
News Student debt relief scams on the rise. Here’s what borrowers need to know By Casey Quinlan | The74 | October 2, 2023 The restart of student loan payments has bred confusion that allows companies to take advantage of borrowers.
City Police chief responds to public safety concerns at Sept. 27 Town Hall By Sam Richards | September 29, 2023 Chief Jeremy Bowers fielded a range of questions and comments related to the recent crime wave.
City Neighborhood Watch, safety communication on agenda for Oct. 5 Public Safety Committee meeting By City of Piedmont | September 29, 2023 Plus: Hear more from Piedmont's police chief on crime and department strategies to address recent trends.
City The Blotter | Found in stolen Hyundai Tucson, two suspects taken to Santa Rita jail By Damin Esper | September 26, 2023 Plus: Woman sleeping in local park had warrants for multiple crimes.
crime Sheng Thao responds to Oakland business strike over ‘out of hand’ crime By Ruth Dusseault | Bay City News and Exedra Staff | September 26, 2023 Some 200 businesses were expected to strike Tuesday, according to organizers.
City Concerned about crime trends? City invites residents to three public safety meetings By City of Piedmont | September 25, 2023 In addition to the upcoming Oct 5 Public Safety Committee meeting, the city will host a town hall on Wednesday, Sept 27.