In Alameda County, about 170,000 people receive benefits through CalFresh, the state’s SNAP program, according to the Alameda ...

The recall of Sheng Thao and the election of Barbara Lee have more eyes and expectations on the mayor’s office. But the job ...

OPD Chief Floyd Mitchell wants to cancel a 2022 rule that some residents say makes it harder for police to chase suspects.

The popular Israeli restaurant Pomella, known for its fresh Middle Eastern cuisine and its penchant for hosting ...

Tuesday marked Rebecca Kaplan’s last day as a city councilmember. Kaplan was elected in 2008 to Oakland’s at-large seat, ...

Experts say the black-crowned night herons are faring better after a population dip, but they still need our support.

Lee and Councilmember Charlene Wang took office Tuesday, diving head-first into a challenging moment in Oakland politics.

A budget resolution intended to scrutinize spending on consultants and outside contracts prompted a swift backlash when it ...

California has no health standards for these chemicals in fish, so activists are urging action. Found in people and animals ...

The idea that the president could help David Duong avoid bribery charges has cropped up in recent articles, including on a ...

The Oaklandside. Journalism for Oakland. Amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, soccer provides a refuge for ...

This cognitive stress load is often exacerbated by the material demands of relocation, such as finding stable housing, ...