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3 arrested in connection to string of armed robberies in East Bay
(KRON) — Three suspects have been arrested in connection to a string of robberies across the East Bay, the Hayward Police Department announced Friday. The suspects were connected to at least 11 robberies over an eight-month period in Hayward, Livermore, Fremont, San Leandro and Castro Valley. The suspects, who police said were arrested with the […]
'I never thought I’d see a sturgeon this large': Giant white sturgeon caught in Suisun Bay
On July 9, 1983, Joey Pallotta of Crockett, California caught the world record white sturgeon weighing 468 pounds while fishing from his boat in San Pablo Bay in Contra Costa County. His epic catch will remain the world record for the foreseeable future due to new sturgeon regulations in California...
At least 16 people died in California after medics injected sedatives during encounters with police
At least 16 people died in California over a decade following a physical encounter with police during which medical personnel also injected them with a powerful sedative, an investigation led by The Associated Press has found. Several of the deaths happened in the San Francisco Bay Area, including two in...
Man in coma after being tased in water by park police, family now in anguish
OAKLAND, Calif. - A family is demanding answers after a man was left in a coma after he was Tased by East Bay Regional Park police while in water. "He was Tased in water in his back. My brother is fighting for his life," said Tenaya Sims, a sister of Deontae Faison.
Video: Oakland donut shop burglarized in broad daylight
(KRON) — An Oakland donut shop was burglarized in broad daylight and the whole event was caught on camera. The owner said the thief was a familiar customer, leaving staff upset and confused about why he would commit such a crime. “I am very shaken and mad,” said Sovanna Chan. Chan and her husband own […]
Alameda sheriff investigation leads to massive gun bust
(KRON) — The Alameda County Narcotics Task Force seized nine firearms in connection to the illegal possession and sale of multiple assault rifles in Oakland, the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office said. The seizure happened on Thursday on Crosby Avenue in Oakland, police said. Upon conducting a search warrant, police found nine firearms, including four illegal […]
Oakland’s police watchdog is concerned about CHP operations in the city
The California Highway Patrol plays an increasingly important role in Oakland’s public safety strategy, however, the city’s police watchdog is concerned about a disconnect between CHP and OPD when it comes to sharing records, processing police misconduct complaints, or even being able to talk to each other. The...
Walmart store in Fremont closing down
(KRON) — A Walmart store in Fremont is shutting down next month, the company announced Thursday. The decision to close Walmart at 40580 Albrae Street was a business decision based on low financial performance, a company spokesperson said. The Fremont store, which underperformed in profit margins, will officially close to the public on May 24. […]
Best Bay Area suburbs
The GI Bill of Rights, Ike’s interstate system, suburban development, and the growing affordability of cars allowed the suburbs to flourish throughout the mid-20th century. During this era, a new American Dream was established: one with single-family homes, white picket fences, and lush green lawns. Today, however, the traditional...
16 Fun Things to Do This Week (4.29.24)
The whispers and rumors are true: A new downtown monthly music festival is finally happening!. Here’s what else is on this week: nerd out at a special screening of Star Wars while the SF Symphony plays the iconic score live, let your freak out at the How Weird Street Faire, pony up to the bar for mint juleps at Kentucky Derby watch parties, party poolside at the Phoenix Hotel on Cinco de Mayo, entertain the whole family at de Youngsters Day Out, and much more.
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