Health Matters Leaded legacy: Oakland has received millions to clean up its lead, so why hasn’t it spent it? By Cole Reynolds | Bay City News | September 11, 2024 In some Oakland neighborhoods, where the most significant source of lead is in the paint on its houses, lead levels have been higher than in Flint, MI.
Bay Area Exclusive: California’s homeless population grew again this year, especially in these counties By Marisa Kendall | CalMatters | September 10, 2024 But experts are raising questions about the data.
Oakland Port of Oakland seeks developers for Howard Terminal revamp after A’s ballpark plan fizzle By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | September 9, 2024 The Port will consider a wide range of submissions, including maritime, light industrial, commercial, recreational, and/or water-oriented uses.
Bay Area Produce pest returns: Alameda County under medfly quarantine for first time in 43 years By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | September 9, 2024 During the quarantine, produce grown in the area should not leave the county.
Fires Collector car worth $2M perishes in fire after Pebble Beach exhibition; second in a month By Pete Young | Bay City News | September 7, 2024 The 1934 Hispano-Suiza J12 Vanvooren Cabriolet was being towed when it caught fire.
Oakland Oakland files suit against Southwest Airlines, alleging violation of worker sick leave rules By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | September 6, 2024 Employees say workers have been forced to either work while sick or take unpaid absences for which they are disciplined.
News It’s outta here: Oakland wraps Coliseum sale; police union blasts deal as a budget gimmick By Thomas Hughes | Bay City News | September 4, 2024 "The Coliseum deal buys the city a few months reprieve and the one-time revenues will soon dissipate."
California Californians to face steep fines for violating water orders under new legislation By Rachel Becker | CalMatters | September 4, 2024 Violators could face fines of up to $10,000 per day — a 20-fold increase.
Bay Area Alameda County jurors begin receiving $100 more daily, higher mileage reimbursements By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | September 2, 2024 The 2022 Jury Pilot Program was created to find out if increased financial benefits lead to more participation and diversity of juries.
Bay Area Shop ’til you’re dropped: Hapless shoplifter picks wrong place and time for foiled caper By Pete Young | Bay City News | August 30, 2024 “Shop With a Cop” day yields big returns.