There’s always been a lot to love about Oakland, from its warm weather and laid-back vibe to its singular music and arts scene. But the past few years have been tough. An increase in crime led to a ...

Paolo Bicchieri is the associate editor for the Northern California and Pacific Northwest region writing about restaurant and bar trends, coffee and cafes, and pop-ups. Once a year, the city of ...

The screening of the Oakland-filmed “Freaky Tales” at the Grand Lake Theatre became a star-studded event and full on celebration of the Bay Area. Oakland hip-hop legend Too Short, left, and actor ...

The victim killed in a shooting in East Oakland late Monday afternoon was a juvenile. The victim was fatally shot in the 1400 block of 100th Avenue. Authorities have not provided suspect information.

A SLIGHTLY TAMER OAKLAND SATURDAY AFTER THIS, NO PORCH COLLAPSE AT A HOUSE ON SEMPLE STREET SENT 16 PEOPLE TO THE HOSPITAL FRIDAY NIGHT. SOPHOMORE AJ CHURKO WAS ON THAT ROOF. I WAS LIKE ...