Oakland

Alameda County aims to alter election rules amid Price recall

The changes might make it tougher to recall Pamela Price. It's on the ballot as Measure B.

Man gets 40 years after rape of girl next door, escape to Mexico

Berkeley police say Omar Sosa Arenal lived next to the 16-year-old girl for two years and had a "clear view to her bedroom."

Judge drops 1 charge of 5 in Oakland police misconduct case

Judge Scott Patton said the DA's office failed to establish corrupt intent on Phong Tran's part in relation to an attempted bribery charge.

Pamela Price recall team kicks off signature collection

Recall organizers say they have until March 5, 2024, to collect more than 73,000 signatures, which they expect will cost about $2 million.

Trio charged with 5 robberies near UC Berkeley in 30 minutes

Robberies in Berkeley are up 20% compared to last year, with more than 280 so far in 2023, according to Berkeley police data.

The clock to recall DA Pamela Price starts now

Critics say Price had contributed to Oakland's crime wave by being soft on crime. Supporters say Price is doing what she was elected to do.

Berkeley police chase, 4 arrests after 7 armed robberies

The chase didn't end until the wheels fell off the getaway car, which had been stolen, Berkeley police said.