In this episode, we explain how anchor plates help hold up brick walls; why metal fire escapes are mostly found on older buildings; what impact camouflaging defensive designs has on public spaces; who benefits from those spray-painted markings on city streets, and more. Drawing from stories in the book, we talk about everything from stoplights and crosswalks to speed cushions and easement plaques.
But during his June sentencing hearing, Judge Kimberly Colwell called a private sidebar with the prosecuting and defense attorneys, then returned to the bench and announced the deal wouldn't be going through. I cannot agree to this because I don't believe it protects the public safety, Colwell said, according to a transcript of the hearing.
OAKLAND Equipment worth an estimated $4,000 was taken during the burglary of a truck belonging to the Mexican national soccer team, authorities said. The burglary, which happened in a parking lot in the 400 block of Eighth Street, was discovered about 7 a.m. Monday. The truck had been parked in the lot since late Sunday night. The team was staying
OAKLAND A motorcyclist died after colliding with a vehicle Sunday night, authorities said. The collision occurred at about 10:49 p.m. at the intersection of Hegenberger Road and Hamilton Street in east Oakland, according to the Oakland Police Department. Police said that the motorcyclist, traveling southbound on Hegenberger Road, failed to stop at a red light and collided with the passenger side of a Volkswagen Jetta that was driving westbound through a green light on Hamilton Street.
With just weeks to go until its October 4 parade, its funding is gone, according to OBCA Treasurer Wilbert McAlister. He says the expenses to put the show on are piling up fast. "We got a stage coming out here and a canopy, and that's like $2,100. We got porta potties coming out here, that's like $700-$800. We have a lot of expenses, and our insurance is coming up," McAlister said.
Are we alone in the universe? Or could there be other forms of life out there, waiting far away in the vast expanse of space? Hear from researchers, astrobiologists and astronomers on the possibility of extraterrestrial life and distant exoplanets that could sustain it. Show off your best out-of-this-world attire by wearing your best alien-themed costume, engage in hands-on alien crafts then take a trip across the universe in our Planetarium - who knows what could be lurking among the stars?
Hongmei Chen, a 54-year-old single mother, was biking from her job in Oakland to her home in Berkeley on the afternoon of Aug. 17 when she crossed the heavily trafficked intersection at 51st Street and Shattuck Avenue. According to a witness at the scene and a subsequent police report, Chen was hit by a large AAA truck there, leaving her with serious facial injuries.
Join us in the Laser Lab! Hosted by a resident laser expert, this open lab session is the perfect opportunity to ask questions, experiment with new techniques, and discover inspiring projects by your fellow Ace makers. Whether you're a seasoned laser user or just getting started, come by to learn how to take your laser projects to the next level!
You must RSVP/purchase tickets through the Ace Makerspace website: 3D Printing Night and Certification - Ace Makerspace Bring your projects and designs to troubleshoot and show n' tell with folks who are also on 3D printing adventures. This hands-on workshop covers a wide range of learning opportunities including certification training, overview of how 3D printers work, finding and designing objects to print (STL files), and an opportunity to print your own object.
"Skating has been a mainstay in the Black community for decades. Black skate culture is ginormous. It's so big. And you would think it doesn't exist because it isn't something that's widely covered."
Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao faces a federal trial on eight counts of bribery and fraud, alongside her ex-boyfriend and two businessmen linked to a $95,000 no-show job.
A water main break outside Alta Bates Summit Medical Center occurred on Friday morning, causing some service interruptions but no impact on hospital operations.