It's baaaack ... As Elf on the Shelf returns to homes in Alameda, we offer some creative solutions for our Patch readers.
Anyone with information on the case is asked to call the Police Department’s investigations unit at (510) 690-6549.
Family fun for train lovers - plus pictures with a casual Santa!
Travelers are urged to use caution while on the roads.
Police say package thefts tend to occur during normal business hours when residents are likely to be away.
Children's Etiquette Classes offered in Alameda on Sunday, Dec. 7. Help your kids learn to bring out their best manners for the holidays!
Will the wet weather put a damper your weekend plans?
Chocolate cookies made from mashed potatoes? Really? Foodies offer some interesting takes on what to eat in the coming days.
Find out why Banks is called the "gentle giant" around school.
The holiday season can take a devastating turn as 1 out of 40 Christmas tree fires results in a death, according to fire statistics.
California Attorney General Kamala Harris offers tips on how to avoid fraud.
“Theory of Everything” Star Eddie Redmayne on his portrayal of Stephen Hawking and his answer to any ‘theory’ about him at 6:20!
Read on to see what students in the Alameda Unified School District are doing to give back during the holidays.
More than 1,000 people are killed every year in California in alcohol-involved collisions.
Here are some suggestions for dealing with those delicious, pesky leftovers.
Wondering what to get this year for the little ones? Here are a few ideas.
Police have arrested 135 people in the past 48 hours as a result of the protests for various charges.
Features Student Work from Marin, Sonoma and Alameda
Wood burning is banned both indoors and outdoors on Thursday, for the full 24 hours.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are busy days for shoppers and hackers.
SOCIAL Terrace at W San Francisco
Open your home to an international student - introduce your family to a new culture - create a life long friendship!
Whether you’re cooking for three or 30, these easy recipes are sure to please.
Most were issued citations and boarded onto a sheriff’s bus before being carted away to an undisclosed location to be released.
Bay Area Navy Veteran Ed Silveira, Eye Witness to Pearl Harbor Attack will be Special Guest Speaker
Boudin SF invites guests of all ages to join in fun, food, and cheer at their West Valley Center restaurant in San Jose!
Several officers were injured as protesters threw rocks, bottles and chunks of concrete at them and 43 were arrested for various offenses.
Reservations accepted from 2 – 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays from 11/29 – 12/21
Traveling for Thanksgiving? Use our Mapquest gas-price tool to find the lowest price wherever you are.
14 county departments competed to create food displays of local landmarks.
Popular turkey line helps talk Thanksgiving cooks through holiday food prep drama. Plus, "unusual experiences" calls fielded by Butterball.
Officers will be out in force providing extra enforcement during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
It is illegal for Bay Area residents and businesses to use any wood-burning devices during a Winter Spare the Air Alert.
Create your own drought-friendly snow globe at Modern Mouse's Sunday Crafternoon on December 14th with Niki Baker of Foreignspell!
And view the two photos that illustrate the importance of HEADLIGHTS!
12/20: The second night of two evenings of great music featuring Brian J. Kenny and some of his musical co-conspirators.
12/19: The first night of two evenings of great music featuring Brian J. Kenny and some of his musical co-conspirators.
Online shopping could spur funding for California’s vital public services, according to the California State Board of Equalization
After using Alton Brown's and Pioneer Woman's recipes for brining a turkey, there is a clear winner.
Your burning questions about turkey are answered here on Patch.