Flying High: Oakland Airport Passenger Traffic Spikes

Taking a trip? You're not alone. More passengers are choosing Oakland International Airport.

AAA: Average Gas Prices Near Alameda Drop 30 Cents in a Month

The highest Bay Area gas prices are currently in San Francisco at $3.27 per gallon and lowest prices can be found in the East Bay.

2015 Tax Deadline, Extension Info for Alameda Residents

Plus, find out what post offices are open late on tax day or how you can go about the electronic filing of your return.

Attorney General Warns East Bay Residents of Immigration Scams During Tax Season

Consumers are encouraged to report immigration scams to the Attorney General’s Office.

Lost Wages of $6.8 Million Coming to Bay Area Workers

Labor law violations occurred at residential care facilities and nursing homes.

How Alameda Residents Can File an Extension and Other Last Minute Tax Filing Tips

Calling all procrastinators! The IRS has some advice for you if you haven’t filed your taxes yet this year.

Who's Hiring in Alameda, East Bay This Week

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Need More Time To File Your Taxes, Alameda?

An extension is easy. It's online. And it buys you another six months!

Who's Hiring in Alameda, East Bay This Week

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New Sales and Use Tax Rates in Alameda, East Bay Effective April 1

California State Board of Equalization officials say the rates apply only within the indicated city limits or county lines.

Hey, Alameda! Baskin Robbins is $1.31 on 3/31

The promotion is meant to celebrate the brand's 70th birthday; two-scoop sundaes will cost $3.31. BR has locations throughout the East Bay.

Amy's Frozen Foods Recalled Over Possible Listeria Contamination

Organic spinach used in the foods is possibly tainted, according to the FDA.

Who's Hiring in Alameda, East Bay This Week

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Jobless Rate in Alameda Falls Well Below State Average, Data Shows

Preliminary figures from the state show that Alameda's unemployment rate was 4.3% in February, compared to the CA average of 6.8 percent.

KRAFT RECALL ALERT: Metal Pieces Found in Mac & Cheese Prompts Massive Recall

Attention, parents: check any boxes of this Kraft macaroni and cheese you may have on the shelves.

Government, Education, and Business Leaders Plan Career Pathways for Alameda Youth

Leaders from around Alameda met last week to discuss providing more hands-on career training for students

Who's Hiring in Alameda, East Bay This Week

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Shop at Trader Joe's, Alameda? Voluntary Product Recall Announced

The recall is related to products that may be potentially contaminated with Salmonella.

We All Scream for FREE Ice Cream!

Your chance is coming Monday.

Does the IRS Owe You Money, Alameda? More Than $1 Billion in Limbo

The Internal Revenue Service says that more than $1 billion may be waiting for some taxpayers. $92,209,000 of it is in California alone.

Buyer Nixes Purchases of 4 Bay Area Hospitals; Daughters of Charity Mulling Next Step

Six hospitals were to be sold to SoCal chain.

AAA: Gas Prices Rose by 75 Cents in Last Month

In the Bay Area, the average price of a gallon of gas is $3.41. Are you feeling pain at the pump, Alameda?

Who's Hiring in Alameda, East Bay This Week

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Are You Self-Employed, Alameda? Check Out These IRS Tax Tips

Tax time is fast approaching.

CA Unemployment Rate Drops to 6.9 Percent in January

The California economy has added 1,806,700 jobs since the recovery from The Great Recession began.

Are You Ready for An Extra Hour of Daylight, Alameda?

Reminder: Daylight Saving Time starts soon.

Do You Know What DMV Fees Are Tax Deductible, Alameda?

When filing, don't forget to claim the vehicle license fee you paid last year. So where to find it? ...

Who's Hiring in Alameda, East Bay This Week

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Don't Miss Out on Filing Taxes for Free, Alameda!

The IRS offers several ways to file those taxes for free this year.

Collecting Social Security, Alameda? It May Affect Your Taxes

Do you need to pay taxes on your benefits? The IRS explains

Relief Coming to Alameda Pumps? CA Approves Lower Gasoline Excise Tax Rate

The new rate will be 6 cents lower than the current rate.

Flying Southwest Today? Check Your Flight

Some planes grounded nationwide for being out-of-compliance on maintenance. So far, not too bad in Bay Area ...

Who's Hiring in Alameda, East Bay This Week

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How The Child Tax Credit Works: 6 Things Alameda Parents Should Know

Here are six things to keep in mind when using the child tax credit, as provided by the IRS.

How To Know If Your Alameda Tax Preparer Is Legal Or A Fraud

It's not necessarily who snags you the biggest refund.

State Attorney General OKs Sale of 6 Non-Profit Bay Area, SoCal Hospitals

Kamala Harris’ decision, however, included a long list of detailed conditions that buyer Prime Healthcare must fulfill.

Federal Data Shows Dozens of Workplace Deaths in Bay Area

A total of 42 deaths were reported in Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco and San Mateo counties in 2013, a new report shows.

Attention, Alameda Taxpayers: Don't Fall For One of These 'Dirty Dozen' Scams

IRS warns of fake charities, return preparer fraud and aggressive telephone scams this year.

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Listeria Recall: Sprouts Recalled After Positive FDA Test

Hold the sprouts! These have been recalled after they flunked FDA testing.