crime FBI releases images of suspects in theft of over 1,000 artifacts from Oakland Museum By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | November 4, 2025 The FBI and the Oakland Police Department are seeking the public's help in identifying suspects in last month's theft.
health care Covered California enrollment opens amid uncertainty over federal tax credits By Sarah Stierch | Bay City News | November 4, 2025 Officials said monthly premiums could rise by an average of 97% for more than 1.7 million residents if the tax credits are not extended.
City Voting options for the November 4, 2025 election By City of Piedmont | October 31, 2025 Mail in your ballot, drop it at a secure drop box, or vote in person at any of 38 locations in Alameda County -- and there's still an option to register to vote.
Around Town Plaque placed to commemorate the island oak at the Mountain/Bellevue Circle By Cameron Wolfe, Jr. | October 31, 2025 Having replaced an older, failing giant sequoia, the new tree appears to be thriving -- and has already doubled its height in 18 months.
settlement East Bay principal resigns after probe finds he used Grindr to pursue sex with student By Thomas Peele | EdSource | October 31, 2025 Suspect has said his identity was stolen and denies owning the account.
gavin newsom Groups spent $26 million to sway voters over Prop. 50, more than any ballot measure in state history By Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | October 31, 2025 Nonprofits, political parties and a billionaire have financed an independent effort as election day approaches Tuesday.
Bay Area A toast to poor decisions: Palo Alto burglary suspect caught sipping wine at victim’s table By Kathleen Kirkwood | Bay City News | October 31, 2025 Nabbed in the act of imbibing.
Oakland Dueling demonstrators gather at Oakland City Hall over license plate reader cameras By Tanay Gokhale | Bay City News | October 30, 2025 OPD wants to expand its surveillance by adding more cameras of its own and by integrating cameras owned by private businesses.
Arts & Entertainment Thieves abscond with more than 1,000 items belonging to Oakland Museum of California By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | October 30, 2025 OMCA responds to the theft of jewelry, laptops and Native American baskets, among other things taken from a museum storage facility on Oct 15.
crime The Blotter | Suspects wanted for multiple crimes By Damin Esper | October 28, 2025 Group accused of taking packages, tools, attempting to steal truck.