Oakland’s police watchdog is concerned about CHP operations in the city
The Oakland Police Commission welcomes state highway patrol officers working city streets but has concerns about the lack of transparency.
Local ecologist’s graphic novel comes to life for East Oakland middle schoolers
After reading about author Tiffany Yap’s book in The Oaklandside, a local teacher fundraised to bring it to his classroom in a special way.
OakDOT’s proposal to allow temporary street safety upgrades doesn’t go far enough, say safety advocates
City engineers say they’re worried the program will steer more road safety resources to wealthier neighborhoods, which experience less traffic violence.
Richmond’s Saigon Seafood Harbor temporarily shutters
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland and beyond.
Five East Bay women taking wine to new places
Get to know the women winemakers behind Tessier, Osa Major, Ruby Blanca, Buddy Buddy and It’s Lula Season.
Oakland is raising awareness about the harms of sex trafficking
The city is sharing resources to help children and teens learn how to recognize, avoid, and report sexual exploitation.