East Bay Nonprofit Launches Community Art Project About Identity, Belonging

MARU is seeking teens ages 13 to 18 residing in the East Bay who are interested in amplifying their voice through an art project.

Community Rallies Around Beloved Bay Area Artist Following Health Emergency

"All of his circles have really rallied to support him generously," the artist's partner said.

Date Set For Alysa Liu Homecoming Celebration In Oakland

The community event is free, but reservations are required "to ensure fair access," city officials said.

Alameda Co: $53M From Measure W Fund Allocated To 10 Housing Projects

The funding will help deliver more than 900 permanently affordable homes.

Coastline Students Shine at BizWorld Competition

From a Brand Partner: Eighth graders compete in real-world business challenge at Riskmasters Luncheon hosted at the Computer History Museum

What Does Olympic Gold Taste Like? Find Out With A New Ice Cream Honoring Alysa Liu

Historic Fentons Creamery in Oakland created a limited-time ice cream flavor to celebrate Liu's historic win.

An East Bay Sunset: Photo Of The Day

Where in the Bay Area can the prettiest sunsets be found?

Alameda Creek Trail End: Photos Of The Day

Today's photo features interesting textures from the end of the Alameda Creek Trail.

Books for Children of Samoa

Rheumatic Heart disease testing saves hundreds of children

Alameda One Of Nation's Most Bicycle-Friendly Cities, Nonprofit Says

The distinction, awarded by The League of American Bicyclists, is only held by 32 cities across the United States, officials said.

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Alameda? Tell Us About It

Kindness takes many forms — big and small — and shows up all around Alameda.

'ICE-Free Zones' Approved In Alameda County: Report

This will ban U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from entering county-owned spaces, according to a report from The DailyCal.

Alameda County Supervisors To Vote On 'Ice Free Zones' And Response Plan

"ICE should not be above the law, disrupting our daily activities and endangering our communities," an official said.

Polar Plunge & 5K Returns To Alameda For Second Year

Find out how to register for the upcoming late-winter event.

Alameda Police Called To Capture 'Dragon.' What They Found Was Just As Scary

Police thought they were dealing with a Komodo Dragon, but it turned out to be a much more aggressive reptile.

Snowman In Need Of Help: Photo Of The Day

The holidays are nearly over, and at least one snowman in Alameda is feeling down about it.

Santa Claus Comes Early To Alameda: Photo Of The Day

Check out this decked-out boat at the Oakland Estuary.

'Star Of Alameda': Photo Of The Day

These photos, shared by a Bay Area resident, encapsulate the holiday season.

Alameda Free Library Receives Large Donation From New York Foundation

The gift honors the central role public libraries play in upholding free access to information, the library's director said.

Tame Impala Will Make A Stop In The Bay Area For 'Deadbeat Tour'

The Australian artist just released his fifth studio album, "Deadbeat," on Friday.

'Unbeatable Prices': Alameda Nonprofit Hosts Used Book Sale

The sale ends at 4 p.m. Saturday, according to the nonprofit.

Renovations Begin At Long-Shuttered Oakland Park

City officials closed the park after someone was killed there in 2002.

Public Defender Calls For More Protection After ICE Makes Arrest At Oakland Courthouse

"It’s time to pick a side. Either you allow this to happen to members of our community, or you take action to prevent it.”

Volunteers Make All The Difference On Coastal Cleanup Day: Alameda

Join others for a good cause: sprucing up beaches and waterways in local parks.

Lively East Bay Festival Marks 8 Years Of 'Blues, Brews And BBQ'

Blues music, beer and barbecue are the key ingredients of an annual festival that draws thousands.

Pumpkins Galore: Photo Of The Day

An Alameda resident captured the perfect fall photo at a local farmers market.

High Scores Arcade Owners Invested In Keeping Flagship Location On The Leaderboard

High Scores' Meg and Shawn Livernoche want to continue offering the arcade game experience to the Alameda community.

Not Quite To Infinity And Beyond, Alameda County Firefighters Head To Pixar To Teach Preparedness

Members of the Alameda County Fire Department met with Pixar staff at their Emeryville headquarters for a special event.

New Art Exhibit To Open At Senior Center

The Mastick Senior Center's fall exhibit features the work of artist Carolyn Vey Mason and others.

Alamedans Can Get Creative With Library Card Design Contest

The Alameda Free Library is offering the community a chance to design a library card for a September contest.

​Where To Go Fishing For Free Near Alameda This Weekend

On Aug. 30, Californians without a fishing license will be able to explore a new hobby on Free Fishing Day.

This Week In Alameda: Author Talks, Women Leaders And More

For the Alameda community, the last full week of August has a lot to offer event-wise.

Fun Events Happening At Your Local Library: Alameda

The Alameda Main Library and other East Bay branches are offering some free community-friendly events this weekend.

Park Street: Photos Of The Day

Hot days in the East Bay call for finding some shade and checking out local shops.

$700 Million CA Lottery Powerball Up For Grabs

After no winner in Wednesday's jackpot drawing, the amount climbs for the next drawing.

Alameda Is A Bird's Paradise: Photo Of The Day

An Alameda resident captured an egret in-action.

Alameda County Seeks Community Input On Transportation

The Alameda Countywide Transportation Commission wants residents to share their transportation perspectives via a survey and feedback form.

Alameda Earns High Marks In Niche Report

Alameda is one of the Bay Area cities earning top grades for schools, diversity, weather, nightlife, and health & fitness.

East Bay Teens Recognized In Poetry Competition

The Alameda County Library has announced the winners of the 2025 Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate competition.

Alameda Residents Asked To Weigh In On City's Bike-Friendliness

The survey input will help determine whether Alameda is a "Bike Friendly Community."