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Alameda County DA Drops Charge Against Remaining Officer In Mario Gonzalez Case

The dismissal of charges against police officers in the Mario Gonzalez case reflects challenges in prosecuting in-custody deaths and the role of expert witness credibility.

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.

Why do people become homeless in Oakland and Alameda County?

While homelessness dropped slightly in Alameda County, many individuals are experiencing it for the first time, indicating ongoing systemic challenges.
#pamela-price

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.

Price's likely recall signals backlash against progressive reform

Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price faces likely recall due to voter discontent, particularly among crime victims and anti-crime activists.

Letters: Price recall

Voters in Alameda County should support Pamela Price to mirror the advocacy for equity represented by Kamala Harris.

Alameda County DA Pamela Price concedes defeat in historic recall election

Pamela Price conceded defeat in her recall election, marking her as the first district attorney in Alameda County to be recalled from office.

Minor Figure in Sheng Thao FBI Raid Claims DA Pamela Price Tried to Shake Him Down for $25,000 Bribe

Alameda County DA Pamela Price faces bribery allegations amid her recall election, intersecting with the ongoing saga surrounding Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.

In unprecedented recall vote, Alameda County DA Pamela Price's exclamation point in history' at risk

Pamela Price faces a recall campaign that questions the viability of progressive criminal justice reforms in Alameda County.

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.

Price's likely recall signals backlash against progressive reform

Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price faces likely recall due to voter discontent, particularly among crime victims and anti-crime activists.

Letters: Price recall

Voters in Alameda County should support Pamela Price to mirror the advocacy for equity represented by Kamala Harris.

Alameda County DA Pamela Price concedes defeat in historic recall election

Pamela Price conceded defeat in her recall election, marking her as the first district attorney in Alameda County to be recalled from office.

Minor Figure in Sheng Thao FBI Raid Claims DA Pamela Price Tried to Shake Him Down for $25,000 Bribe

Alameda County DA Pamela Price faces bribery allegations amid her recall election, intersecting with the ongoing saga surrounding Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao.

In unprecedented recall vote, Alameda County DA Pamela Price's exclamation point in history' at risk

Pamela Price faces a recall campaign that questions the viability of progressive criminal justice reforms in Alameda County.
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#divestment

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.

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.

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.

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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#wildfire

Breaking: Eden Fire reported in Alameda County on Oct. 20

A new wildfire named Eden has started in Alameda County, California.

Breaking: Keller Fire reported in Alameda County on Oct. 18

The Keller Fire in Alameda County is currently uncontained and under investigation regarding its cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Alameda County on Nov. 30

A new wildfire has emerged in Alameda County, California, with unknown containment status and cause.

Breaking: Valle Fire reported in Alameda County on Sep. 13

A new wildfire named Valle has started in Alameda County, CA, with its cause still under investigation.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Alameda County on Sep. 22

A new wildfire has been reported in Alameda County, California, with no containment information or known cause.

Breaking: Flynn Fire reported in Alameda County on Oct. 6

A new wildfire, Flynn Fire, has started in Alameda County and remains uncontained with an unknown cause.

Breaking: Eden Fire reported in Alameda County on Oct. 20

A new wildfire named Eden has started in Alameda County, California.

Breaking: Keller Fire reported in Alameda County on Oct. 18

The Keller Fire in Alameda County is currently uncontained and under investigation regarding its cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Alameda County on Nov. 30

A new wildfire has emerged in Alameda County, California, with unknown containment status and cause.

Breaking: Valle Fire reported in Alameda County on Sep. 13

A new wildfire named Valle has started in Alameda County, CA, with its cause still under investigation.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Alameda County on Sep. 22

A new wildfire has been reported in Alameda County, California, with no containment information or known cause.

Breaking: Flynn Fire reported in Alameda County on Oct. 6

A new wildfire, Flynn Fire, has started in Alameda County and remains uncontained with an unknown cause.
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#election-results

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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.

Day Around the Bay: Today Was DA Pamela Price's Last Day on the Job

Santa Clara Vice Mayor Anthony Becker guilty of perjury after leaking grand jury report concerning improper ties with 49ers management.

Letters: Trump's oligarchy

Trump's appointees represent a significant concentration of wealth, contributing to the rise of an oligarchy in the U.S.

Black boys and young men make up 48% of gun homicide victims in Alameda County, report finds

Gun violence in Alameda County has stark racial disparities and averages three deaths and twelve injuries weekly from 2019 to 2023.

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.

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.
#police-accountability

Alameda County DA Pamela Price Concedes Recall Defeat After Long Holdout | KQED

Public officials must remain accountable to uphold justice and independence.
Price's administration made reform strides but faced scrutiny for case management issues.

Charges Against Two Alameda Cops In Mario Gonzalez Case Dropped; Third Officer Still Faces Charges

Alameda County judge dismissed manslaughter charges against two officers due to statute of limitations, asserting substantive due process over procedural technicalities.

Hayward police officers found not liable in Alameda DA's re-review of 2018 police shooting

Hayward police officers cannot be criminally liable in the 2018 shooting of Agustin Gonsalez, as self-defense was deemed a plausible justification.

Alameda County DA Pamela Price Concedes Recall Defeat After Long Holdout | KQED

Public officials must remain accountable to uphold justice and independence.
Price's administration made reform strides but faced scrutiny for case management issues.

Charges Against Two Alameda Cops In Mario Gonzalez Case Dropped; Third Officer Still Faces Charges

Alameda County judge dismissed manslaughter charges against two officers due to statute of limitations, asserting substantive due process over procedural technicalities.

Hayward police officers found not liable in Alameda DA's re-review of 2018 police shooting

Hayward police officers cannot be criminally liable in the 2018 shooting of Agustin Gonsalez, as self-defense was deemed a plausible justification.
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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.
#maurice-monk

Nearly all deputies, clinicians turn themselves in on felony charges in 2021 death of Santa Rita Jail inmate

Ten Alameda County sheriff's deputies are charged in the death of Maurice Monk, highlighting ongoing issues of in-custody fatalities and systemic failures.

Pamela Price Charges Nine Deputies, Two Jail Staffers for 2021 Santa Rita Jail Death

Negligence by jail staff led to Maurice Monk's death, prompting charges against deputies and medical personnel.

Alameda County sheriff claims DA Pamela Price plans to file criminal charges against seven jail deputies

Alameda County DA Pamela Price intends to file charges against deputies related to Maurice Monk's death, despite contention from Sheriff Sanchez.

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.

Nearly all deputies, clinicians turn themselves in on felony charges in 2021 death of Santa Rita Jail inmate

Ten Alameda County sheriff's deputies are charged in the death of Maurice Monk, highlighting ongoing issues of in-custody fatalities and systemic failures.

Pamela Price Charges Nine Deputies, Two Jail Staffers for 2021 Santa Rita Jail Death

Negligence by jail staff led to Maurice Monk's death, prompting charges against deputies and medical personnel.

Alameda County sheriff claims DA Pamela Price plans to file criminal charges against seven jail deputies

Alameda County DA Pamela Price intends to file charges against deputies related to Maurice Monk's death, despite contention from Sheriff Sanchez.

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.
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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.
#criminal-charges

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.

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.

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.

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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Alameda County is launching CARE Court

CARE Court offers a new treatment path for individuals with mental health issues and substance use disorders in Alameda County.

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.

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.
#elections

Meet the candidates running for Alameda County Supervisor District 5

The upcoming election for District 5 in Alameda County highlights candidates' focus on social services and an often-overlooked role of supervisors.

Why is my Alameda County voter guide missing?

Many voters in Alameda County are missing their voter guides, raising concerns before the upcoming election.

Why are people always getting mad at the Alameda County registrar of voters?

Tim Dupuis manages election processes in Alameda County, facing public anger despite implementing changes to improve voting accessibility and security.

Meet the candidates running for Alameda County Supervisor District 5

The upcoming election for District 5 in Alameda County highlights candidates' focus on social services and an often-overlooked role of supervisors.

Why is my Alameda County voter guide missing?

Many voters in Alameda County are missing their voter guides, raising concerns before the upcoming election.

Why are people always getting mad at the Alameda County registrar of voters?

Tim Dupuis manages election processes in Alameda County, facing public anger despite implementing changes to improve voting accessibility and security.
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Editorial: Unpacking those confusing sales tax ballot measures. Here's our take.

Local sales tax measures can significantly increase the financial burden on consumers in California's East and South Bay areas.
Voter decisions on sales tax measures impact funding for local services and infrastructure.
#criminal-justice

Alameda County DA Pamela Price vows changes as hundreds of misdemeanor cases languish past statute of limitations

Alameda County's DA aims to resolve significant backlog of misdemeanor cases leading to missed statute of limitations, while ensuring victim communication.

2 of 3 Alameda Officers Charged in Mario Gonzalez Death Have Their Case Dismissed | KQED

Charges against officers in Mario Gonzalez's case dismissed due to expired statute of limitations, raising questions about political motivations behind the prosecution.

Hayward: Man gets 2-year prison term in DUI crash where DA's office mistakenly didn't file murder charge

A prosecutor's error led to reduced charges against a DUI driver, impacting the severity of his punishment.

Alameda County DA Pamela Price vows changes as hundreds of misdemeanor cases languish past statute of limitations

Alameda County's DA aims to resolve significant backlog of misdemeanor cases leading to missed statute of limitations, while ensuring victim communication.

2 of 3 Alameda Officers Charged in Mario Gonzalez Death Have Their Case Dismissed | KQED

Charges against officers in Mario Gonzalez's case dismissed due to expired statute of limitations, raising questions about political motivations behind the prosecution.

Hayward: Man gets 2-year prison term in DUI crash where DA's office mistakenly didn't file murder charge

A prosecutor's error led to reduced charges against a DUI driver, impacting the severity of his punishment.
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Washington Hospital doctor talks about East Bay's newest trauma center

The East Bay has opened its first trauma center, improving emergency care for serious injuries in southern Alameda County.
#district-attorney

Editorial: Recall Alameda County DA Pamela Price. Here's why.

Pamela Price's tenure as District Attorney has been marked by allegations of misconduct and poor leadership choices, prompting a call for her recall.

Read Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price's letter to Rep. Eric Swalwell

The letter highlights a call for open communication to address misunderstandings and emphasizes the challenges Alameda County faces regarding crime and community relations.

Editorial: Recall Alameda County DA Pamela Price. Here's why.

Pamela Price's tenure as District Attorney has been marked by allegations of misconduct and poor leadership choices, prompting a call for her recall.

Read Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price's letter to Rep. Eric Swalwell

The letter highlights a call for open communication to address misunderstandings and emphasizes the challenges Alameda County faces regarding crime and community relations.
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Day Around the Bay: Victim Identified in Tuesday's Fatal Parnassus Heights Dump Truck Crash

Casa Guadalupe grocery store grand opening promises an engaging community event with food and music.
San Francisco reaches a concerning milestone with the death of pedestrian Jose Chow, highlighting traffic safety issues.
Potential resentencing for the Menendez brothers signals a shift in their long incarceration status.
Calls for accountability lead to the recall of DA Pamela Price by the Chronicle.

Two Teens Go Missing After East Bay Homecoming Dance, Possibly Ran Away

Two 15-year-olds went missing after a homecoming dance, raising concerns for their safety and prompting a broad alert across the Bay Area.

Where's my Alameda County voter guide?

Alameda County voters are frustrated due to delays in receiving official voter guides, risking their ability to make informed voting decisions.

Man found dead in Codornices Park

A deceased man was discovered in a ravine in Codornices Park, prompting an investigation by the Coroner's Bureau.

Why can't Alameda County Supervisors get the county's voting records?

The Alameda County Supervisors demand transparency in voting records amid concerns about electoral integrity, highlighting tensions with the registrar of voters.

Alameda County: Thousands of PG&E customers without power after morning outage

Nearly 7,000 PG&E customers faced a power outage in Alameda County due to undetermined causes, with restoration expected by 5:30 p.m.
#fbi-investigation

Subject of Oakland FBI investigation accuses DA Price of $25,000 extortion

Mario Juarez alleges vindictive prosecution by DA Pamela Price after refusing to give her $25,000 amid an FBI corruption investigation.

FBI corruption probe subject alleges $25,000 shakedown attempt by DA Pamela Price

Alameda County DA Pamela Price faces serious allegations from Mario Juarez, claiming a $25,000 extortion attempt tied to his felony charge.

Subject of Oakland FBI investigation accuses DA Price of $25,000 extortion

Mario Juarez alleges vindictive prosecution by DA Pamela Price after refusing to give her $25,000 amid an FBI corruption investigation.

FBI corruption probe subject alleges $25,000 shakedown attempt by DA Pamela Price

Alameda County DA Pamela Price faces serious allegations from Mario Juarez, claiming a $25,000 extortion attempt tied to his felony charge.
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Friday Morning Constitutional: Clouds Could Limit Blue Angels' Show

Weather conditions may hinder Blue Angels' performance this weekend.
Mayor Breed garners support from progressives as her election chances grow.
Sheriff's office confiscates stolen goods during Oakland traffic stop.
Restaurants in SF initiate deals to attract Friday customers.
Nihon Hidankyo wins Nobel Peace Prize for atomic bomb survivor advocacy.

Pleasanton: Starbird opens its first Alameda County restaurant; next up is Cupertino

Starbird, a premium chicken concept, has opened a new location in Alameda County, expanding its East Bay presence with unique dishes.
#landlord-tenant-relations

How Alameda County supervisors could overhaul rental protections this year

The Board of Supervisors plans to improve tenant protections for renters in unincorporated Alameda County, addressing long-standing issues of uninhabitable living conditions.

Alameda County Landlords, Be Prepared for May 2023

The Alameda County Eviction Moratorium is set to expire, allowing landlords to pursue evictions after years of financial hardship.

How Alameda County supervisors could overhaul rental protections this year

The Board of Supervisors plans to improve tenant protections for renters in unincorporated Alameda County, addressing long-standing issues of uninhabitable living conditions.

Alameda County Landlords, Be Prepared for May 2023

The Alameda County Eviction Moratorium is set to expire, allowing landlords to pursue evictions after years of financial hardship.
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Photos: Corgi Con Celebrated Its 10th Anniversary Saturday at Alameda County Fairgrounds

Corgi Con, a community celebration of corgis, successfully adapted to changes over ten years, gathering thousands for fun competitions and festivities.
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