Oakland Supervisors set timeline to appoint interim Alameda County DA, open application period By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | December 11, 2024 The application process kicks off Wednesday, with a deadline for submissions on Jan. 6, and a formal appointment expected in early Feb.
Crime & Safety The Blotter | Man attempts to enter house in Piedmont By Damin Esper | December 10, 2024 Suspect had a gun; fled when he saw a female resident in the home.
Around Town Letter to the Editor | Thanks to all for making Piedmont’s Lights Up! a joyful event By Patty Dunlap | President, Piedmont Beautification Foundation | December 10, 2024 Community support makes the celebration possible, writes Piedmont Beautification President Patty Dunlap.
Bay Area ‘Criminals don’t take holidays off’: FBI warns public of scams targeting shoppers, donors By Janis Mara, Bay City News | December 10, 2024 Beware of fake charities, puppy scams, fraudulent websites, and online shopping discounts too good to be true.
News Oakland eyes ‘back-to-basics’ budget with initial $204M in cuts to staff, police overtime By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | December 10, 2024 The second phase of cuts would include an additional $16 million in budget reductions.
health Resources are expanding for older adults on their own By Judith Graham | Kaiser Health News | December 9, 2024 Aging alone, without a spouse, a partner, or children, requires careful planning. New programs for this growing population offer much-needed help.
Bay Area What the tsunami alert revealed about how Bay Area governments respond in emergency By Thomas Hughes | Bay City News | December 8, 2024 Warning revealed uneven response from the various Bay Area cities, counties and emergency services.
Oakland Price recall backers tell AlCo supervisors to choose a district attorney they can support By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | December 7, 2024 The coalition said the recall is a mandate from the electorate to appoint a successor who is willing to hold offenders accountable.
Around Town Photos | Lights Up, Piedmont! By Photos by Julie Reichle | December 6, 2024 Young and old joined together for the city's annual holiday season kick-off in the park.
Bay Area Aftershocks continue to rattle North Coast as residents assess damage from 7.0 temblor By Staff | Bay City News | December 6, 2024 The earthquake briefly resulted in a tsunami warning that prompted thousands of people to seek higher ground.