#east-bay
#east-bay

NYC food

This Alameda County city is getting its first In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out Burger is opening a new location in Hayward, enhancing local dining options and providing job opportunities starting at $23 per hour. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

Miscellaneous

13-year-old saves Hayward neighbors from fire; residents say problem stems from nearby encampment

A 13-year-old girl's quick action helped prevent a major fire disaster in a Hayward community plagued by nearby homeless encampment fires. [ more ]

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NYC food

This Alameda County city is getting its first In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out Burger is opening a new location in Hayward, enhancing local dining options and providing job opportunities starting at $23 per hour. [ more ]

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#community-events

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Miscellaneous

Temescal Halloween Night Party 2024 (Oakland)

Halloween events in the East Bay and SF offer a diverse range of activities for everyone, emphasizing community engagement and festive fun. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

Beer, brats and bands: A guide to Oktoberfest in the East Bay

East Bay Oktoberfest celebrates community and culture with events featuring beer, food, and various engaging activities. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

Brooklyn

Beer, brats and bands: A guide to Oktoberfest in the East Bay

The East Bay Oktoberfest celebrates community and tradition with fun activities and food, even as the weather shifts to autumn. [ more ]

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Miscellaneous

Temescal Halloween Night Party 2024 (Oakland)

Halloween events in the East Bay and SF offer a diverse range of activities for everyone, emphasizing community engagement and festive fun. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

Beer, brats and bands: A guide to Oktoberfest in the East Bay

East Bay Oktoberfest celebrates community and culture with events featuring beer, food, and various engaging activities. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

Brooklyn

Beer, brats and bands: A guide to Oktoberfest in the East Bay

The East Bay Oktoberfest celebrates community and tradition with fun activities and food, even as the weather shifts to autumn. [ more ]

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#nonprofit

The Oaklandside

Miscellaneous

San Francisco nonprofit cooking school expands to East Bay just in time for holidays

18 Reasons is expanding its cooking classes into the East Bay after 14 years, providing more accessibility to paid cooking education for the community. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

Miscellaneous

San Francisco nonprofit cooking school expands to East Bay just in time for holidays

18 Reasons is expanding its cooking classes to the East Bay for the first time, focusing on low-income communities. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

Miscellaneous

San Francisco nonprofit cooking school expands to East Bay just in time for holidays

18 Reasons is expanding its cooking classes into the East Bay after 14 years, providing more accessibility to paid cooking education for the community. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

Miscellaneous

San Francisco nonprofit cooking school expands to East Bay just in time for holidays

18 Reasons is expanding its cooking classes to the East Bay for the first time, focusing on low-income communities. [ more ]

morenonprofit

www.berkeleyside.org

Miscellaneous

10 Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos activities around Berkeley

Berkeley area is vibrant with family-friendly Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos celebrations. [ more ]

Funcheap

Miscellaneous

"Pop Up Putt Putt" The East Bay's Hidden Mini Golf Course (Thru Oct. 31)

Pop Up Putt Putt offers a unique mini-golf experience in Richmond, CA, until Halloween 2024. [ more ]

#restaurant-closures

The Oaklandside

Miscellaneous

Cult favorite El Garaje shuts down, popular chicken pho cafe closes

Several local restaurants in the East Bay have closed, including El Garaje and Phở Gà Hương Quê Cafe, affecting the community's dining options. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

First Edition shutters, Bartavelle not done quite yet

Mo's Wine Bar closed after less than a year, highlighting challenges in the food industry.

Bartavelle announced its closure but continued community fundraising and hinted at a potential simplified operation in the future. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

4 weeks ago

Wine

MO's Wine Bar cuts prices prior to upcoming closure

Mo's Wine Bar in Alameda, dedicated to wines from women producers, is set to close on September 28 after less than a year of operation. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

Elephant Sushi makes way for new Japanese restaurant, Up & Under 2nd Pitch shutters

Khatan Sushi opening reflects changing dining landscape in Oakland after Elephant Sushi's recent permanent closure. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

NYC food

Haruki, Namaste Madras among trio of recent restaurant closures

Haruki sushi and ramen restaurant has closed, with plans for a new business concept to be announced soon. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

Miscellaneous

Cult favorite El Garaje shuts down, popular chicken pho cafe closes

Several local restaurants in the East Bay have closed, including El Garaje and Phở Gà Hương Quê Cafe, affecting the community's dining options. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

First Edition shutters, Bartavelle not done quite yet

Mo's Wine Bar closed after less than a year, highlighting challenges in the food industry.

Bartavelle announced its closure but continued community fundraising and hinted at a potential simplified operation in the future. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

4 weeks ago

Wine

MO's Wine Bar cuts prices prior to upcoming closure

Mo's Wine Bar in Alameda, dedicated to wines from women producers, is set to close on September 28 after less than a year of operation. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

Elephant Sushi makes way for new Japanese restaurant, Up & Under 2nd Pitch shutters

Khatan Sushi opening reflects changing dining landscape in Oakland after Elephant Sushi's recent permanent closure. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

NYC food

Haruki, Namaste Madras among trio of recent restaurant closures

Haruki sushi and ramen restaurant has closed, with plans for a new business concept to be announced soon. [ more ]

morerestaurant-closures

The Oaklandside

Miscellaneous

Police pursuit from Berkeley to Oakland ends with 4 hospitalized, 2 arrested

A police chase involving a stolen Audi in East Bay led to multiple injuries and the arrest of two suspects. [ more ]

#community-engagement

www.berkeleyside.org

Beer

An Oakland bar found the perfect new owners a bartender and a loyal regular

Nosh's Beer Week 2024 highlights local brewers and the growth of the East Bay's craft beer scene, celebrating community engagement and resilience. [ more ]

SFGATE

OMG science

Inside a Bay Area pizzeria, a treasure hunt has been hiding in plain sight

A treasure hunt was cleverly hidden in a painting at Zachary's Chicago Pizza, offering rewards for those who can solve it. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

Beer

An Oakland bar found the perfect new owners a bartender and a loyal regular

Nosh's Beer Week 2024 highlights local brewers and the growth of the East Bay's craft beer scene, celebrating community engagement and resilience. [ more ]

SFGATE

OMG science

Inside a Bay Area pizzeria, a treasure hunt has been hiding in plain sight

A treasure hunt was cleverly hidden in a painting at Zachary's Chicago Pizza, offering rewards for those who can solve it. [ more ]

morecommunity-engagement

SFGATE

SF food

Trailblazing Bay Area birria taco restaurant closes suddenly

El Garage, a popular East Bay restaurant known for its quesabirria tacos, has closed due to the challenging restaurant industry conditions. [ more ]

#restaurant-openings

www.berkeleyside.org

Miscellaneous

Korean fried chicken crash lands in Rockridge, Alameda welcomes Jollibee and a Hawaiian cafe

New restaurant openings in East Bay include BBQ Chicken, Easterly Hunan, Jollibee, and Shaka Shack, offering various cuisines and dishes to explore. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

Miscellaneous

Korean fried chicken crash lands in Rockridge, Alameda welcomes Jollibee and a Hawaiian cafe

Several new restaurants have opened in the East Bay, featuring diverse cuisines like Korean, Hunan, Filipino, and Hawaiian specialties. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

NYC food

Bad Walter's and June's brick-and-mortar debuts mark September openings

East Bay welcomes new dining options, enhancing local culinary landscape with diverse cuisines and pop-up events. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

3 weeks ago

East Bay (California)

New dumpling options grace Oakland and Alameda; Coco Noir makes a comeback

Coco Noir has reopened with a new business model focused on minimizing costs.

Huang Cheng Potsticker offers classic Chinese comfort food in a concise menu.

Dim Sum of Best Taste provides a taste of traditional Cantonese cuisine in Alameda. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

Miscellaneous

Korean fried chicken crash lands in Rockridge, Alameda welcomes Jollibee and a Hawaiian cafe

New restaurant openings in East Bay include BBQ Chicken, Easterly Hunan, Jollibee, and Shaka Shack, offering various cuisines and dishes to explore. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

Miscellaneous

Korean fried chicken crash lands in Rockridge, Alameda welcomes Jollibee and a Hawaiian cafe

Several new restaurants have opened in the East Bay, featuring diverse cuisines like Korean, Hunan, Filipino, and Hawaiian specialties. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

NYC food

Bad Walter's and June's brick-and-mortar debuts mark September openings

East Bay welcomes new dining options, enhancing local culinary landscape with diverse cuisines and pop-up events. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

3 weeks ago

East Bay (California)

New dumpling options grace Oakland and Alameda; Coco Noir makes a comeback

Coco Noir has reopened with a new business model focused on minimizing costs.

Huang Cheng Potsticker offers classic Chinese comfort food in a concise menu.

Dim Sum of Best Taste provides a taste of traditional Cantonese cuisine in Alameda. [ more ]

morerestaurant-openings

www.berkeleyside.org

East Bay food

First Edition shutters, Bartavelle not done quite yet

Mo's Wine Bar focused on women-produced wines will close on Sept. 28, 2024, less than a year after opening.

Bartavelle, a longstanding Berkeley cafe, concluded regular operations in mid-September but aims to maintain a presence with coffee service and fundraising events. [ more ]

SFGATE

3 weeks ago

SF food

The Bay Area's sixth largest city just got its first In-N-Out

In-N-Out opens its first restaurant in Hayward, California, marking a significant return for fans after the closure of the Oakland location. [ more ]

Eater SF

SF food

Oprah-Approved Model Bakery Is Opening a New East Bay Location

Model Bakery is expanding to Walnut Creek, enhancing its wholesale offerings and menu diversity after gaining celebrity attention.

Erin Wade's new book offers insights into building a successful business centered on mac and cheese and community.

Pedro's Restaurant and Cantina has reopened after an extensive renovation, bringing a fresh start after over five decades. design. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Music

Rock stars blasts Oakland A's owner, Las Vegas during Oracle Park show

Billie Joe Armstrong criticized A's owner John Fisher during a concert, emphasizing the sentiment of East Bay pride amidst the team's relocation. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

California

Caltrans to close southbound I-680 between Alcosta Blvd. and I-580 connector this weekend

Major closure of Southbound I-680 in East Bay this weekend for paving work; expect delays but long-term road improvements are forthcoming. [ more ]

SFGATE

New York City

'He was screaming': Chilling details emerge in SF ex-rocker murder trial

Theo Lengyel, once a successful musician and family man, faces a murder trial after the disappearance of his girlfriend, highlighting issues of anger and alcohol dependence. [ more ]

#high-school-football

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San Francisco

Bay Area high school football: Weekend scoreboard, how Top 25 fared

High school football in the region saw intense competition with several notable matchups this past weekend. [ more ]

The Mercury News

Silicon Valley

Bay Area high school football: Weekend scoreboard, how Top 25 fared

Menlo-Atherton's win against Bellarmine demonstrates the strong early performance of high school football teams in the East Bay and South Bay areas. [ more ]

The Mercury News

Silicon Valley

Bay Area high school football: Friday's scores, Saturday's schedule

Alameda showcased dominance with a 73-0 victory over Ygnacio Valley, highlighting their effective teamwork and key players.

Close matches indicate competitive football across multiple teams in the region. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

San Francisco

Bay Area high school football: Weekend scoreboard, how Top 25 fared

High school football in the region saw intense competition with several notable matchups this past weekend. [ more ]

The Mercury News

Silicon Valley

Bay Area high school football: Weekend scoreboard, how Top 25 fared

Menlo-Atherton's win against Bellarmine demonstrates the strong early performance of high school football teams in the East Bay and South Bay areas. [ more ]

The Mercury News

Silicon Valley

Bay Area high school football: Friday's scores, Saturday's schedule

Alameda showcased dominance with a 73-0 victory over Ygnacio Valley, highlighting their effective teamwork and key players.

Close matches indicate competitive football across multiple teams in the region. [ more ]

morehigh-school-football

#law-enforcement

SFGATE

San Francisco

Officials: 700 suspected stolen catalytic converters at Bay Area recycling plant

Authorities discovered hundreds of stolen catalytic converters tied to an organized crime operation in East Bay, highlighting a significant theft issue in California. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

East Bay food

Gov.'s Office details initial results of CHP officer surge in Oakland area, leading to 71 arrests

Governor Newsom's Office announced dozens of arrests after a surge of CHP officers in Oakland and the East Bay.

During the surge operation, 71 suspects were arrested, 145 stolen vehicles were recovered, and four crime-linked firearms were seized. [ more ]

SFGATE

San Francisco

Officials: 700 suspected stolen catalytic converters at Bay Area recycling plant

Authorities discovered hundreds of stolen catalytic converters tied to an organized crime operation in East Bay, highlighting a significant theft issue in California. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

East Bay food

Gov.'s Office details initial results of CHP officer surge in Oakland area, leading to 71 arrests

Governor Newsom's Office announced dozens of arrests after a surge of CHP officers in Oakland and the East Bay.

During the surge operation, 71 suspects were arrested, 145 stolen vehicles were recovered, and four crime-linked firearms were seized. [ more ]

morelaw-enforcement

SFGATE

California

WB Highway 24 coming out of Caldecott Tunnel closes due to collision, says CHP

A traffic collision closed all lanes of westbound Highway 24 in the East Bay, severely impacting the morning commute. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

San Francisco

Duo charged with stealing $100,000 in goods from East Bay hardware stores

Two men face charges for stealing over $100,000 in merchandise from Home Depot, highlighting significant retail theft issues in the East Bay. [ more ]

#bay-area

The Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

Outdoor dining in the East Bay: Here are 12 outstanding choices

September and October offer the best outdoor dining weather in the Bay Area. [ more ]

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NYC food

Outdoor dining in the East Bay: Here are 12 outstanding choices

September and October are the best months for outdoor dining in the Bay Area.

Alley & Vine offers an intimate outdoor dining experience with a seasonal menu. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

East Bay buildings flop into default as Bay Area office woes persist

Two East Bay office buildings in Berkeley and Oakland are facing foreclosure due to loan defaults, signaling weakness in the commercial property sector in the Bay Area.

Constitution Square in Berkeley and a downtown Oakland office tower have defaulted on loans of $11.8 million and $10 million respectively. [ more ]

The Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

Outdoor dining in the East Bay: Here are 12 outstanding choices

September and October offer the best outdoor dining weather in the Bay Area. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

NYC food

Outdoor dining in the East Bay: Here are 12 outstanding choices

September and October are the best months for outdoor dining in the Bay Area.

Alley & Vine offers an intimate outdoor dining experience with a seasonal menu. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

East Bay buildings flop into default as Bay Area office woes persist

Two East Bay office buildings in Berkeley and Oakland are facing foreclosure due to loan defaults, signaling weakness in the commercial property sector in the Bay Area.

Constitution Square in Berkeley and a downtown Oakland office tower have defaulted on loans of $11.8 million and $10 million respectively. [ more ]

morebay-area

#comedy

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East Bay (California)

Last Tuesdays Comedy at The Layover | Oakland

Laugh City features top comedians monthly in Oakland, combining comedy with live DJ music for a vibrant entertainment experience. [ more ]

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East Bay (California)

Last Tuesdays Comedy at The Layover | Oakland

Monthly comedy show featuring top comedians

Held on last Tuesday of every month

Venue provides a lively atmosphere with music

Free event but RSVP is requested [ more ]

Funcheap

East Bay (California)

Last Tuesdays Comedy at The Layover | Oakland

Laugh City features top comedians monthly in Oakland, combining comedy with live DJ music for a vibrant entertainment experience. [ more ]

Funcheap

East Bay (California)

Last Tuesdays Comedy at The Layover | Oakland

Monthly comedy show featuring top comedians

Held on last Tuesday of every month

Venue provides a lively atmosphere with music

Free event but RSVP is requested [ more ]

morecomedy

www.eastbaytimes.com

NYC food

Time Is Ripe: Mouthwatering melon medley at East Bay farmers' markets

Discover unique melon varieties at East Bay farmers' market for refreshing summer snacking. Explore flavors from sweet to slightly spicy! [ more ]

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US news

As Kamala Harris Claims Oakland, Berkeley Forgives

Kamala Harris's hometown, Berkeley, is often overshadowed by Oakland in political discourse due to its perceived extreme reputation. [ more ]

The Mercury News

5 months ago

Cars

Chaos on Interstate 680: All lanes closed after driver barricades himself after wreck on freeway

Chaos ensued on an East Bay freeway due to a two-car crash, with one driver barricading himself and falsely claiming to have a gun. [ more ]

eastbaytimes.com

5 months ago

Cars

Chaos on Interstate 680: All lanes closed after driver barricades himself after wreck on freeway

Chaos ensued on East Bay freeway after car crash; driver barricaded himself, claiming to have a gun, resulting in police intervention and shutdown of lanes. [ more ]

#oakland

www.berkeleyside.org

6 months ago

East Bay food

Cash Caris pivots to a new pop-up, Berkeley welcomes new South Indian restaurant

New food businesses like Dimond Kitchen and Little Pyro's pop-up provide diverse culinary options in Oakland and East Bay. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay food

California Highway Patrol sending 120 officers to Oakland to combat crime

California Highway Patrol is sending 120 extra officers to Oakland and the East Bay to combat crime.

The officers will focus on vehicle theft, retail theft, cargo theft, and violent crime. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

6 months ago

East Bay food

Cash Caris pivots to a new pop-up, Berkeley welcomes new South Indian restaurant

New food businesses like Dimond Kitchen and Little Pyro's pop-up provide diverse culinary options in Oakland and East Bay. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay food

California Highway Patrol sending 120 officers to Oakland to combat crime

California Highway Patrol is sending 120 extra officers to Oakland and the East Bay to combat crime.

The officers will focus on vehicle theft, retail theft, cargo theft, and violent crime. [ more ]

moreoakland

www.mercurynews.com

6 months ago

East Bay food

Earthquake jolts Berkeley, Oakland; epicenter near Claremont Canyon

3.4 magnitude earthquake in East Bay with its epicenter near Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve

Hayward fault line poses risk of major earthquakes every 100-200 years [ more ]

eastbaytimes.com

7 months ago

East Bay (California)

Is bigger always better? Housing development plans divide Contra Costa County officials, neighbors

Local disagreement on building homes in the East Bay

Commission concerns over proposed apartment complex size and density [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org

7 months ago

East Bay food

Berkeley, Oakland Restaurant Weeks add new elements to entice diners

Oakland's annual restaurant week runs from March 14-24, featuring diverse dining spots from every council district. Berkeley's event, focused on fungi, is from March 21-31.

Visit Oakland has introduced a gamified aspect to the restaurant week, encouraging diners to visit participating restaurants through the Vibemap app and earn rewards like gift cards and hotel stays. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

7 months ago

East Bay (California)

Dozens more arrests announced as part of an East Bay California Highway Patrol sting operations

Dozens arrested in CHP sting operations in Oakland and the East Bay.

168 arrests made in total with 360 stolen vehicles recovered. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Uber, landlords, UC employees and dentists spending millions in ad battle for East Bay state Senate seat

Over $4 million has been spent in the race for the District 7 state Senate seat in the East Bay, making it the most expensive Senate race in the state so far this year.

The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and Uber are among the major contributors in this race. [ more ]

Eater SF

NYC drinking

10 Tried-and-True East Bay Dive Bars for a Boozy Night Out

Schmidt's Pub in Albany offers a cozy home feel with board games by the fireplace.

Mel-O-Dee Cocktails has karaoke nights that attract local singers looking to shine. [ more ]

www.berkeleyside.org