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East Bay (California)

President of Oakland City Council, Nikki Fortunato Bas, Declares Victory In County Race, Complicating Mayoral Transition

Nikki Fortunato Bas won her bid for Alameda County Supervisor, leaving the interim mayor position in Oakland uncertain.

US Elections

When will we know who won the Oakland mayor's race?

Oakland's mayoral race results will take weeks to finalize due to the manual counting of a large number of mail-in ballots.

East Bay (California)

President of Oakland City Council, Nikki Fortunato Bas, Declares Victory In County Race, Complicating Mayoral Transition

Nikki Fortunato Bas won her bid for Alameda County Supervisor, leaving the interim mayor position in Oakland uncertain.

US Elections

When will we know who won the Oakland mayor's race?

Oakland's mayoral race results will take weeks to finalize due to the manual counting of a large number of mail-in ballots.

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East Bay real estate

Oakland delays sale of Coliseum site to early 2026, report says

The sale of the Oakland Coliseum has been delayed by a year due to ongoing negotiations between Alameda County and AASEG.

East Bay (California)

Sale of Oakland Coliseum May Be Going Sideways, as East Bay Politicians Dig In on Turf Wars

East Bay officials are delaying Oakland Coliseum's $250 million sale, affecting payments and local finances.

East Bay (California)

Oakland postpones Coliseum sale by a year

The sale of Oakland's stake in the Coliseum is delayed, pending Alameda County's completion of its deal with AASEG.

East Bay real estate

Oakland delays sale of Coliseum site to early 2026, report says

The sale of the Oakland Coliseum has been delayed by a year due to ongoing negotiations between Alameda County and AASEG.

East Bay (California)

Sale of Oakland Coliseum May Be Going Sideways, as East Bay Politicians Dig In on Turf Wars

East Bay officials are delaying Oakland Coliseum's $250 million sale, affecting payments and local finances.

East Bay (California)

Oakland postpones Coliseum sale by a year

The sale of Oakland's stake in the Coliseum is delayed, pending Alameda County's completion of its deal with AASEG.

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#public-health

East Bay (California)

After lengthy holdup, Alameda County child care providers are cleared to get $166M in tax funds

Measure C sales tax will finally distribute $166 million to child care providers after a long delay due to legal challenges.

3 weeks ago

East Bay real estate

Biden-era HUD program delivers $4 million for lead safety and senior home safety

Alameda County received $4 million to address lead pollution and provide safer housing for vulnerable communities.

East Bay (California)

After lengthy holdup, Alameda County child care providers are cleared to get $166M in tax funds

Measure C sales tax will finally distribute $166 million to child care providers after a long delay due to legal challenges.

3 weeks ago

East Bay real estate

Biden-era HUD program delivers $4 million for lead safety and senior home safety

Alameda County received $4 million to address lead pollution and provide safer housing for vulnerable communities.

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Mission District

As Deportation Fears Rise, Alameda County Invests in Immigrant Legal Defense | KQED

Alameda County allocates $1.3 million to support immigrant legal aid amid rising fears from Trump's administration's policies.

4 weeks ago

East Bay (California)

Medical emergency interrupts BART service in East Bay

BART trains are suspended between Union City and Hayward due to a medical emergency.

Mission District

Santa Rita Jail health care provider should be dumped, activists urge

Advocacy groups urge Alameda County to end contract with Wellpath for jail healthcare services, favoring public health options instead.

East Bay (California)

Why is Alameda County returning $1.5 million it collected in park fees?

Alameda County is refunding over $1.5 million in unspent park maintenance fees to homeowners and developers due to regulatory requirements.

NYC politics

Man charged with shooting up house of potential Oakland corruption probe witness, but why remains unclear

Alameda County charged Hermelindo Olber Ramosramos in a shooting linked to a public corruption scandal involving former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.

#pamela-price

Doesn't pass the stink test': Judge rules recalled DA Pamela Price appeared to retaliate against defendant over attorney's political stance

Pamela Price's pursuit of enhanced sentencing appeared politically motivated, as assessed by Judge Reardon, leading to questions about fairness in the judicial process.

Social justice

Ursula Jones Dickson sworn in as Alameda County's new top prosecutor, succeeding recalled DA Pamela Price

Ursula Jones Dickson vowed to implement significant changes as Alameda County's new district attorney following the recall of her predecessor.

Miscellaneous

Pamela Price's Phone Records Subpoenaed Over Extortion Allegations Against Her

Former Alameda County DA Pamela Price allegedly solicited political donations in exchange for lighter sentencing, according to a public defender's testimony.

East Bay (California)

What's ousted DA Pamela Price up to now? Making a podcast

Pamela Price launches podcast to discuss criminal justice reform and her experiences after being recalled as Alameda County's District Attorney.

SF politics

Recalling Alameda County DA Pamela Price would have far-reaching effects

Pamela Price's reform-based election as district attorney led to a historic recall effort amid rising crime concerns and accusations of leniency.

East Bay (California)

Mayor Sheng Thao, DA Pamela Price appear to be on the way out in recall elections

Voters in Alameda County are leading a recall effort against District Attorney Pamela Price and Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao by a significant margin.

Doesn't pass the stink test': Judge rules recalled DA Pamela Price appeared to retaliate against defendant over attorney's political stance

Pamela Price's pursuit of enhanced sentencing appeared politically motivated, as assessed by Judge Reardon, leading to questions about fairness in the judicial process.

Social justice

Ursula Jones Dickson sworn in as Alameda County's new top prosecutor, succeeding recalled DA Pamela Price

Ursula Jones Dickson vowed to implement significant changes as Alameda County's new district attorney following the recall of her predecessor.

Miscellaneous

Pamela Price's Phone Records Subpoenaed Over Extortion Allegations Against Her

Former Alameda County DA Pamela Price allegedly solicited political donations in exchange for lighter sentencing, according to a public defender's testimony.

East Bay (California)

What's ousted DA Pamela Price up to now? Making a podcast

Pamela Price launches podcast to discuss criminal justice reform and her experiences after being recalled as Alameda County's District Attorney.

SF politics

Recalling Alameda County DA Pamela Price would have far-reaching effects

Pamela Price's reform-based election as district attorney led to a historic recall effort amid rising crime concerns and accusations of leniency.

East Bay (California)

Mayor Sheng Thao, DA Pamela Price appear to be on the way out in recall elections

Voters in Alameda County are leading a recall effort against District Attorney Pamela Price and Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao by a significant margin.

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Five Injured, Report of Missing Child In San Leandro House Fire

A six-year-old child was missing and presumed dead after a fire in Alameda County that hospitalized five people, including one critically injured.

East Bay (California)

#emergency-funding

SF parents

After lengthy holdup, Alameda County child care providers are cleared to get $166M in tax funds

Alameda County is distributing $165.8 million in emergency funding for child care, providing vital support five years after Measure C's approval.

Mission District

Alameda County supervisors approve $3.5 million for immigrant services, legal defense

Alameda County allocates $3.5 million for immigrant legal defense amid fears of heightened enforcement.

SF parents

After lengthy holdup, Alameda County child care providers are cleared to get $166M in tax funds

Alameda County is distributing $165.8 million in emergency funding for child care, providing vital support five years after Measure C's approval.

Mission District

Alameda County supervisors approve $3.5 million for immigrant services, legal defense

Alameda County allocates $3.5 million for immigrant legal defense amid fears of heightened enforcement.

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#district-attorney

SF politics

Royl Roberts, who briefly led Alameda County DA's office after Pamela Price's ouster, resigns

Royl Roberts resigned from the Alameda County District Attorney's Office following a leadership transition led by Ursula Jones Dickson.

Miscellaneous

Process of choosing new Alameda County district attorney now underway

A significant recall election has led to a search for a new district attorney in Alameda County, emphasizing voter demand for change.

SF politics

Who is Ursula Jones Dickson, Alameda County's next district attorney?

Ursula Jones Dickson appointed as new Alameda County District Attorney, focusing on community protection and support for victims.

Royl Roberts, who briefly led Alameda County DA's office after Pamela Price's ouster, resigns

Royl Roberts resigned from the Alameda County District Attorney's Office following a leadership transition led by Ursula Jones Dickson.

Miscellaneous

Process of choosing new Alameda County district attorney now underway

A significant recall election has led to a search for a new district attorney in Alameda County, emphasizing voter demand for change.

SF politics

Who is Ursula Jones Dickson, Alameda County's next district attorney?

Ursula Jones Dickson appointed as new Alameda County District Attorney, focusing on community protection and support for victims.

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#horse-racing

SF politics

Hundreds losing work, possibly housing from decision to end horse racing in Northern California

The cancellation of horse racing at Alameda County Fairgrounds is displacing low-income residents and impacts local trainers severely.

East Bay (California)

Pleasanton horse trainer reflects on the end of an era

Timothy Bellasis symbolizes the decline of horse racing in the Bay Area as he faces uncertainty about his future at the Alameda County Fairgrounds.

Hundreds losing work, possibly housing from decision to end horse racing in Northern California

The cancellation of horse racing at Alameda County Fairgrounds is displacing low-income residents and impacts local trainers severely.

East Bay (California)

Pleasanton horse trainer reflects on the end of an era

Timothy Bellasis symbolizes the decline of horse racing in the Bay Area as he faces uncertainty about his future at the Alameda County Fairgrounds.

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Alameda County court operations return to normal as clerks, staffers end 2-day strike, prep for negotiations

Alameda County courthouse staff returned to work after a two-day strike, with future actions dependent on negotiations.

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East Bay (California)

Update: Flood warning issued for Alameda County Thursday night

Alameda County is under a flood warning due to significant rainfall, prompting residents to stay alert and take necessary precautions.

#community-support

East Bay (California)

Alameda County launches committee to protect vulnerable residents from Trump policies

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors established ACT for All to safeguard vulnerable community members against negative impacts from executive orders.

Miscellaneous

Toys for Tots aiming to reach 70,000 gift goal in Alameda Co.

The Disney Ultimate Toy Drive significantly supports Toys for Tots, addressing the growing need for holiday toys in the Bay Area.

The demand for toys has increased to around 70,000 this year, showing a concerning trend of rising need.

East Bay (California)

Alameda County launches committee to protect vulnerable residents from Trump policies

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors established ACT for All to safeguard vulnerable community members against negative impacts from executive orders.

Miscellaneous

Toys for Tots aiming to reach 70,000 gift goal in Alameda Co.

The Disney Ultimate Toy Drive significantly supports Toys for Tots, addressing the growing need for holiday toys in the Bay Area.

The demand for toys has increased to around 70,000 this year, showing a concerning trend of rising need.

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Miscellaneous

Well-heeled group that backed recall of Alameda County DA Pamela Price ended year $700,000 in debt

The recall campaign against DA Pamela Price is over $697,000 in debt as of the end of 2024.

East Bay real estate

New Alameda County renter protections pass after six years

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors has enacted new rental protections for unincorporated areas, mandating just cause for evictions and enhanced relocation payments.

#felony-charges

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Cars

Man allegedly ran over woman with her own car in Bay Area parking lot

A 21-year-old man is charged with carjacking a woman and running her over, facing significant felony charges.

Miscellaneous

Alameda Co. court approves charges against 9 deputies, 2 medical staff in 2021 in-custody death

Nine deputies and two medical workers face felony charges in a jail death case.

Maurice Monk struggled with mental health and died in Santa Rita Jail.

Inmates' welfare was compromised, possibly leading to Monk's lengthy unobserved death.

Women

East Bay prosecutors charge two women with grand theft

Two women face felony charges for stealing clothing and jewelry worth over $950.

If convicted, the women could face up to three years in state prison.

fromSFGATE

Cars

Man allegedly ran over woman with her own car in Bay Area parking lot

A 21-year-old man is charged with carjacking a woman and running her over, facing significant felony charges.

Miscellaneous

Alameda Co. court approves charges against 9 deputies, 2 medical staff in 2021 in-custody death

Nine deputies and two medical workers face felony charges in a jail death case.

Maurice Monk struggled with mental health and died in Santa Rita Jail.

Inmates' welfare was compromised, possibly leading to Monk's lengthy unobserved death.

Women

East Bay prosecutors charge two women with grand theft

Two women face felony charges for stealing clothing and jewelry worth over $950.

If convicted, the women could face up to three years in state prison.

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Medicine

Letters: Next Alameda County DA must embrace Care First

The next DA in Alameda County must commit to the Care First initiative to improve public safety and community care.

fromThe Mercury News

East Bay (California)

Keith Carson exits as the longest-serving supervisor in Alameda County history

Keith Carson served the Alameda County District 5 as Supervisor for 32 years, reflecting a legacy of activism and service.

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Miscellaneous

Alameda County divests from Caterpillar over equipment sales to Israel

Alameda County divested $32 million from Caterpillar in response to activism surrounding the company's operations related to Israel's military actions.

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Miscellaneous

Alameda County divests from company that sells bulldozers to Israeli military

Alameda County plans to divest funds from companies that sell weapons to Israel, marking a significant move prompted by local activism.

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Left-wing politics

Palestine Solidarity Coalition Wins Major Local BDS Victory in California

Alameda County's Board of Supervisors voted to divest from companies profiting from Israeli apartheid, marking a significant win for the BDS movement.

Miscellaneous

Alameda County divests from Caterpillar over equipment sales to Israel

Alameda County divested $32 million from Caterpillar in response to activism surrounding the company's operations related to Israel's military actions.

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Miscellaneous

Alameda County divests from company that sells bulldozers to Israeli military

Alameda County plans to divest funds from companies that sell weapons to Israel, marking a significant move prompted by local activism.

fromTruthout

Left-wing politics

Palestine Solidarity Coalition Wins Major Local BDS Victory in California

Alameda County's Board of Supervisors voted to divest from companies profiting from Israeli apartheid, marking a significant win for the BDS movement.

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#election-results

Left-wing politics

In Kamala Harris' home county 1 in 5 Biden voters disappeared in 2024

Kamala Harris faced significant voter turnout challenges in her home turf of Alameda County and the Bay Area during the elections.

Miscellaneous

Berkeley's tight race for mayor: When will we know the winner?

The race for Berkeley's mayor is extremely close and will remain uncertain until more ballots are processed by the Alameda County office.

Left-wing politics

In Kamala Harris' home county 1 in 5 Biden voters disappeared in 2024

Kamala Harris faced significant voter turnout challenges in her home turf of Alameda County and the Bay Area during the elections.

Miscellaneous

Berkeley's tight race for mayor: When will we know the winner?

The race for Berkeley's mayor is extremely close and will remain uncertain until more ballots are processed by the Alameda County office.

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Miscellaneous

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Plea for new leads in perplexing killing of 14-year-old Bay Area girl

New leads are being sought in the unresolved murder of 14-year-old Kellie Jean Poppleton, whose case was marred by flawed investigations and deception.

Miscellaneous

They shot my brother': Oakland murder trial will hinge on witness ID versus rumor' mill

The trial for a fatal shooting involving Elijah Rucker is underway, focusing on eyewitness testimonies and claims of a false rumor surrounding the suspect's identity.

fromThe Mercury News

Miscellaneous

Livermore: Police believe woman, 80, was killed at senior living home

An 80-year-old woman died from injuries sustained during an altercation, leading to a homicide investigation.

SF politics

Bas leads Bauters by 106 votes after latest ballot drop in Alameda supervisor race

Oakland city council President Nikki Fortunato Bas leads a tight race for Alameda County supervisor, highlighting critical issues like homelessness and affordable housing.

#criminal-charges

East Bay (California)

9 jail deputies, 2 medical employees charged in 2021 in-custody death of Oakland man, officials say

Nine deputies and two medical employees face felony charges in inmate death at Santa Rita Jail.

Inmate Maurice Monk may have died days before being found due to lack of care.

Miscellaneous

11 sheriff's deputies and medical professionals charged in Alameda County jail death

Neglect of inmate Maurice Monk at Santa Rita Jail led to felony charges against 11 staffers, highlighting serious issues in jail healthcare.

East Bay (California)

9 jail deputies, 2 medical employees charged in 2021 in-custody death of Oakland man, officials say

Nine deputies and two medical employees face felony charges in inmate death at Santa Rita Jail.

Inmate Maurice Monk may have died days before being found due to lack of care.

Miscellaneous

11 sheriff's deputies and medical professionals charged in Alameda County jail death

Neglect of inmate Maurice Monk at Santa Rita Jail led to felony charges against 11 staffers, highlighting serious issues in jail healthcare.

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Miscellaneous

Voters, officials frustrated with slow Alameda County ballot count

Alameda County's recent election update provided an insufficient number of ballots to clarify key races, contributing to ongoing uncertainty in the 2024 election outcomes.

East Bay (California)

Alameda County judge accused of serious misconduct and lying in vehicular manslaughter case

A judge is accused of violating judicial impartiality through ex parte communications, impacting a plea agreement in a controversial case.