The Latest Breaking News from Oakland

The exhibit marks what would have been the 40th birthday of Oscar Grant whose death inspired the film Fruitvale Station

California commuters are used to heavy traffic, but they might not be ready for the new heavy fines landing in 2026. The state has rolled out a series of traffic laws that fundamentally change how the roads are policed. These aren’t just minor adjustments to the vehicle code. They are…

Barbara Lee has been Oakland’s mayor for half a year

Oakland officials reported that an alleged ICE operation resulted in a car crash after agents targeted a man dropping off an elementary school student.

An Oakland influencer's viral lie about a dirty burger joint backfires when the restaurant releases security footage disproving her claims of filth and harassment.

Cedric Irving Jr charged over death of ‘legend’ John Beam, who was shot and killed on Laney College campus last week

The 27-year-old is being held without bail and set to be arraigned on Tuesday

Cedric Irving Jr, 27, is alumnus of high school where John Beam taught before gaining fame on Netflix’s Last Change U

John Beam, 'Last Chance U' coach, was shot dead in Oakland; suspect once played at Skyline High School.