Alameda Releases Final List Of Mayoral And City Council Candidates

Three candidates are running for mayor and six for city council.

California Orders State Intervention In Alameda County Child Welfare System

The Alameda County Department of Children and Family Services serves about 300,000 young people.

Real-Time Results: Alameda Primary Election 2026

The polls are closed in Alameda, and voters have had their say on the congressional race and who will face off for governor in November.

Election Day In Alameda: What’s On The Ballot For June 2 Primary

The top-of-ticket contest has been plagued by scandal, partisan infighting, and a lack of clear frontrunners.

Images From Bay Area May Day Protests

Nationwide, protesters gathered to protest the Trump administration while supporting workers.

Alameda Voter Guide: What's On The June 2 Ballot

The top-of-ticket contest has been plagued by scandal, partisan infighting, and a lack of clear frontrunners.

Oakland Votes To Allowing Dismantling Of Homeless Encampments Without Offering Alternative Shelter

The City Council signed off on the updated Encampment Abatement Policy, a significant shift in how the city can respond to encampments.

MLK Day March, Rally To Highlight 'Radical Legacy' In Oakland

"Dr. King warned us about militarism, racism, and capitalism, and today we are living inside the systems he named," an organizer said.

Ousted DA Pamela Price To Run Again In 2026: Reports

Price ran as a progressive reformer, but was recalled with 64% of the vote in 2024 when voters elected tough-on-crime candidates statewide.

How Alameda County Voted For Prop. 50

Proposition 50 passed in California on Tuesday. See how your county voted.

CA's Nov. 4 Election: What's On The Ballot, How To Cast Your Vote In Alameda County

As of Oct. 20, there were 966,535 registered voters in Alameda County

Newsom Signs Sweeping Housing Bill Allowing Taller, Denser Housing In Alameda

The law overrides local zoning standards, allowing taller and more dense housing near specific transit stops in Alameda.

Alameda County Supervisors Approve Selling Its Share Of Oakland Coliseum

The city of Oakland approved the sale of its share of the property almost a year ago, but Alameda County needed additional time.

Alameda City Attorney’s Office Earns National Award

The Alameda City Attorney’s Office received a national award in recognition of their work.

Alameda Fills Key City Position

The City of Alameda has hired someone for the role of Human Resources Director.

Homeland Security Official Takes Over As Coast Guard Admiral In Alameda

Rear Adm. Jeffrey Novak will take command of Coast Guard Southwest District at 10 a.m. Tuesday on Coast Guard Island, the service announced

Alameda's Minimum Wage Is Going Up On July 1

Minimum wage hikes will hit 10 CA communities July 1, with new rates for hotel, airport and fast-food workers in some areas.

Thousands Of Oakland Hospital Workers Strike

Thousands of UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland workers walked off the job early Wednesday morning to begin an open-ended strike.

Pay Increase For Jurors Dies With State Budget Cuts

Any money that remains in the program budget will revert back to the state in order to help close a projected $12 billion budget shortfall.

New Alameda County DA Withdraws From Historic Death Penalty Resentencing

Evidence of racial bias in jury selection led the county to review dozens of capital cases, but the resentencing team has been disbanded.

Alameda’s 4th Of July Parade Returns With The Nation’s Longest Route And Full Lineup

The annual tradition features 170 entries, a 5K race, and community spirit — registration now open.

Ross McCarthy Appointed Alameda’s New Finance Director

The longtime city controller was selected to lead the finance department through economic uncertainty.

Another Rate Increase: Brace Yourselves, Alameda

East Bay MUD is seeking rate hikes for both drinking water and wastewater. What it will cost you.

Alameda Considers Surf Park At Alameda Point

“This could be a signature attraction for the city, activating an underutilized part of our waterfront.”

Grand Street Pavement Project Underway In Alameda

It will involve some temporary inconvenience, but the outcome will be positive in the long term.

Scenes From Alameda's Pro-Democracy Rally: Photos

Do you recognize any friends or neighbors from the rally?

Judge Rules In Favor Of Alameda Food Bank Project

The city labeled a lawsuit to halt it "frivolous."

New Stop Signs, Safety Features Debut At Busy Intersections

This first phase of a Neighborhood Greenway improves access near an elementary school and calms traffic for all road users.

Proposed Express Lane Changes Include Half-Price For Some Drivers

An informational meeting will be held next month.

Alameda Launches 8-Week Emergency Preparedness Campaign

City offers weekly disaster readiness tips — and a chance to win a solar-powered radio

Alameda Police Auditor Reports Increase in Arrests, Use of Force, and Pursuits

There was a 23-percent increase in arrests last year.

Fake Carjacking Report Results In Arrest For 'Victim'

Video evidence proved that no carjacking took place.

California Is The Only State That Doesn't Exempt Veterans' Retirement From Taxes

“California can’t afford not to put out the welcome mat for our veterans.”

Alameda Landlord Charged With Harassment And Fraud

Alameda's laws provide civil penalties of up to $10,000 for each separate violation – or $2,500 per day per violation, whichever is more.

2 New Judges Appointed In Alameda County

One has a background as a trial attorney, while the other worked in the Civil Law Division at the California Attorney General's Office.

Alameda Greenhouse Gas Emissions Drop 29-Percent In 20 Years

AMP shifted to providing 100-percent clean energy in 2020.

Volunteers Needed For Alameda County Grand Jury

Berkeley residents, with an interest, are encouraged to apply.

'We Need To Get Back To Business': New DA Sworn In

"We must return to prioritizing public safety and the rights of victims. Under my leadership as DA, that is what we will do."

Small Claims Court Streamlines Use For Alameda Residents

Claimants may now submit evidence electronically.

New District Attorney Appointed By Alameda County Supes

The Superior Court Judge also spent several years as an Alameda County deputy district attorney.