City The Blotter | Daytime ‘strong-arm’ robbery on Ramona; suspect flees By Damin Esper | January 21, 2025 Plus: DUI, multi-car collision on Estates Drive and stolen vehicles galore.
Fires Moss Landing battery blaze: Officials demand independent investigation of lithium-ion fire By Tony Hicks | Bay City News | January 21, 2025 Without a proven system to fight battery fires, the blaze was still burning itself out Monday.
Oakland Ex-Oakland mayor, co-defendants plead not guilty to federal bribery, corruption charges By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | January 20, 2025 The alleged scheme started around October 2022, just weeks prior to the November election Thao narrowly won.
Fires CPUC approves plan to require frequent inspections of PG&E fire safety practices By Alise Maripuu | Bay City News | January 20, 2025 One of the things California Public Utilities Commission will ask PG&E: can safety concerns be raised without fear of retaliation?
City Learn about Piedmont’s work to prepare for, respond to, and mitigate risk from wildfire By City of Piedmont | January 17, 2025 Piedmont Fire Chief Dave Brannigan to deliver presentation to the Public Safety Committee on Thursday, January 23.
Around Town Commentary | Piedmont Beautification Foundation thanks the community for Holiday Greeting Fund donations By Piedmont Beautification Foundation | January 17, 2025 145+ donations have raised almost $35,000, including $17,700 specifically designated for the city's reforestation project.
News Alameda County supervisors select 7 finalists to be interviewed to replace ousted DA Price By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | January 17, 2025 Supes seek applicants who can smoothly manage the district attorney’s office while implementing the board’s public safety initiatives.
Oakland Former Oakland mayor, business associates indicted for alleged fraud, kickback scheme By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | January 17, 2025 If convicted of all charges in the eight-count indictment, defendants could spend decades in prison.
Food & Drink Where are all the eggs? Bird flu’s spread not the only culprit in crisis of global proportions By Ruth Dusseault | Bay City News | January 17, 2025 Consumers have seen prices continue to climb this month as a global bird flu crisis spreads, leaving many markets depleted.
animals SF SPCA waives puppy adoption fees as local shelters receive animals displaced by LA fires By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | January 16, 2025 The East Bay SPCA is also looking to place refugee dogs just arrived from the Los Angeles County Animal Care Center.