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06/26/2019

Machine Gun With Grenade Launcher, More Weapons, Seized

This is stunning. #EastBay

A Contra Costa County-based anti-violence task force made the seizure and one arrest.

06/26/2019

License Plate Swapping: A Growing Threat In Calif.

Do you know your license plate number? Would you notice if it were switched with a similar plate? #PatchCalifornia

06/26/2019

Small Brush Fire In Alameda Friday Night

Arriving crews called for additional resources to save nearby structures.

Arriving crews called for additional resources to save nearby structures.

06/25/2019

OMNI Athlete Live: The Future of Sport

Save the date for July 19th! (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

Check out the latest community post from one of your neighbors. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

06/25/2019

Patch LOVES photos! Share your best local photos with Patch and your work could be featured. Email your submissions to [email protected]. Be sure to include your name, the city, location of the photo and date. Note: Only submit photos that you have taken yourself or own the copyright to. By submitting your photo to this callout, you are granting Patch the right to re-publish it on any and all Patch sites. Courtesy Manuel Guzman

06/25/2019

Wolf Cubs Debut At Oakland Zoo

The wolves are in a 22-acre habitat for species native to California.

The wolves are in a 22-acre habitat for species native to California.

06/25/2019

SF Pride Celebration & Parade 2019: San Francisco

Save the date for June 30th! (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

Sunday June 30 2019: 2019 SF LGBT Pride Celebration and RallyJune 29-30, 2019Saturday at 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.Sunday at 11...

06/25/2019

Resting Seal: Photo Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.

06/25/2019

Sexual Battery Arrest At Berkeley Homeless Shelter: Cops

An 18-year-old man staying at the shelter was arrested on suspicion of sexual battery, kidnapping and false imprisonment.

An 18-year-old man staying at the shelter was arrested on suspicion of sexual battery, kidnapping and false imprisonment.

06/25/2019

Amazon Prime Day 2019 Date Announced

Amazon Prime Day is coming! Here’s what you need to know to help you plan ahead. 💸📦 (via Patch Deals)

Get ready, Amazon Prime Day 2019 is just around the corner! Here's everything you need to know to get the best deals and savings this year.

06/25/2019

New Option For Paying Traffic Fines In Alameda County: PayNearMe

People will be able to make cash payments at PayNearMe stations located at stores like CVS without incurring a transaction fee.

People will be able to make cash payments at PayNearMe stations located at stores like CVS without incurring a transaction fee.

06/25/2019

Alameda Co. Residents 'Less Safe,' Supes To Blame: Grand Jury

Nearly $5 million in U.S. Department of Homeland Security funds were shifted away from Alameda County's Urban Shield program.

Nearly $5 million in U.S. Department of Homeland Security funds were shifted away from Alameda County's Urban Shield program.

06/25/2019

License Plate Swapping: A Growing Threat

You could be driving down the road in your own vehicle and be stopped by officers with guns drawn because they think you're a car thief. #EastBay

Do you know your license plate number? Would you notice if it were switched with a similar plate?

06/24/2019

Therapy Dog Brightens Children's Days At NorCal Hospital

According to the hospital, therapy dogs like Posey have been shown to reduce anxiety and fear that many people experience during a hospital visit. #PatchCalifornia

Meet Barker Posey, a Labrador and Golden Retriever mix who calms children for stitches, blood draws and more at CPMC Van Ness Campus.

06/24/2019

Summer visitors are on their way…

06/24/2019

Fairyland-Themed Exhibit At Oakland Airport

Children's Fairyland opened its doors in 1950. Walt Disney hired away some of its staff for Disneyland.

Children's Fairyland opened its doors in 1950. Walt Disney hired away some of its staff for Disneyland.

06/24/2019

Obituary: Peter Selz, Founding Director Of University Art Museum

Selz died last week at age 100.

Selz died last week at age 100.

06/24/2019

Overnight Closures On I-880 Planned By Caltrans

Crews will do pavement rehabilitation including grinding and paving.

Crews will do pavement rehabilitation including grinding and paving.

06/24/2019

Covered In Snow: Photo Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.

06/24/2019

Here's California's Latest UFO Sightings

After reports that Navy pilots were encountering UFOs at hypersonic speeds, Patch took a peek at the most recent sightings across California. #PatchCalifornia

After reports that Navy pilots were encountering UFOs at hypersonic speeds, Patch took a peek at the most recent sightings across California

06/23/2019

Frozen Spinach Recalled In California Over Listeria Concerns

Check your freezer:

Sprouts Farmers Market has recalled bags of frozen cut leaf spinach over concerns it could be contaminated with listeria.

06/23/2019

Here's How Much Older California's Population Has Gotten

The median age in the U.S. has increased since the 2010 Census, new estimates from the government show.

The median age in the U.S. has increased since the 2010 Census, new estimates from the government show.

06/23/2019

Farm-To-Table, From Your Own Backyard

Some homeowners are taking the farm-to-table movement a step beyond farmers markets, with gardens steps from their own kitchens.

Some homeowners are taking the farm-to-table movement a step beyond farmers markets, with gardens steps from their own kitchens.

06/23/2019

Graceful Flight | Sunset Hues | Textured Landscapes: CA In Photos

It's your state; It's your shot. This is California — in photos.

It's your state; It's your shot. This is California — in photos.

06/23/2019

Measles Cases Top 53 In California, Over 1K Nationwide

The number of measles cases climbed last week to 1,044 across 28 U.S. states. Here’s how many were in California.

The number of measles cases climbed last week to 1,044 across 28 U.S. states. Here's how many were in California.

06/23/2019

Best CA Beach Towns To Live In 2019: List

WalletHub ranked 192 beach towns by factors such as affordability, weather, safety, economy, education and health, and quality of life.

WalletHub ranked 192 beach towns by factors such as affordability, weather, safety, economy, education and health, and quality of life.

06/23/2019

Protect Your Skin With 2019's Best Sunscreens

Find the perfect sun protection for you based on your needs and personal preferences. ☀️ (via Patch Deals)

These top-rated broad-spectrum sunscreens are ideal for daily use, sweaty water sports and everything in between.

06/23/2019

NorCal Cities, Counties Agree To PG&E's Wildfire Damages Costs

PG&E filed for bankruptcy earlier this year. There is no guarantee of funding until the bankruptcy proceedings are completed, which is not anticipated until mid-2020, NorCal officials said. #PatchCalifornia

Four cities and counties and five other jurisdictions have agreed to accept a mediator's proposal of $415 million.

06/23/2019

Alameda County Fair 2019: Pleasanton

Save the date for June 29th! (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

Saturday June 29 2019: 2019 Alameda County FairFriday, June 14 - Sunday, July 7, 201911 a.m. to 11 p.m.July 4: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.Closed...

06/23/2019

Vincent Price's SoCal Haunt Is So Pretty, It's Scary

The one time home of legend Vincent Price has everything you'd expect in a $20 million mansion with a Hollywood pedigree. #PatchCalifornia

06/23/2019

Powerball Winning Numbers For 6/22/2019 Drawing: $108M Jackpot

Here are the winning Powerball numbers for the jackpot drawing on Saturday, June 22, 2019.

Here are the winning Powerball numbers for the jackpot drawing on Saturday, June 22, 2019.

06/23/2019

San Francisco Makes Top 5 List Of Best Cities For Job Hunters

So, the interesting thing is NOT that San Francisco made the list, but that housing costs were factored into the equation. Income here versus income elsewhere. #EastBay

A search engine for jobs, recently ranked the top U.S. cities for job-seekers.

06/22/2019

1916 Craftsman Bungalow For Sale In Albany

This century-old home is charming. #EastBay

The mature landscaping includes raised beds vegetable garden for healthy eating and room for outdoor yoga.

06/22/2019

World's Ugliest Dog: Scamp The Tramp Is Champ

Title clenched, Scamp and his fur mommy now head to New York to appear on NBC’s Today Show.

Title clenched, Scamp and his fur mommy now head to New York to appear on NBC's Today Show.

06/22/2019

Gutted Building In Danger Of Collapse

Firefighters battling a 3-alarm fire in San Leandro Friday night remained at the scene until Saturday afternoon.

Firefighters battling a 3-alarm fire in San Leandro Friday night remained at the scene until Saturday afternoon.

06/22/2019

Proposed Law Aims To Feed California's Starving College Students

According to a recent report, a third of all college student are struggling to afford food and basic nutrition.

According to a recent report, a third of all college student are struggling to afford food and basic nutrition.

06/22/2019

Here's California's Latest UFO Sightings

After reports that Navy pilots were encountering UFOs at hypersonic speeds, Patch took a peek at the most recent sightings across California

After reports that Navy pilots were encountering UFOs at hypersonic speeds, Patch took a peek at the most recent sightings across California

06/22/2019

Trial Bombshell | Dog Flu | Cutest Vegan Kid: Top CA Stories

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.

06/22/2019

Daughter Surprises Dad; 'Cutest Vegan' Kid: Saturday Smiles

Volunteers pack 1,000 food boxes for those in need; cat habitat room dedicated to crash victim and other sweet stories from across NorCal.

Volunteers pack 1,000 food boxes for those in need; cat habitat room dedicated to crash victim and other sweet stories from across NorCal.

06/22/2019

Weekend Movie Review: 'Toy Story 4,' 'Child's Play' And 'Anna'

Tom Hanks voices Sheriff Woody in animated comedy-adventure "Toy Story 4," while the reboot of 1988 thriller "Child's Play" hits theaters.

Tom Hanks voices Sheriff Woody in animated comedy-adventure "Toy Story 4," while the reboot of 1988 thriller "Child's Play" hits theaters.

06/22/2019

This Dream Pillow Makes Bedtime Fun For Kids

With the Dream Pillow, your little one will actually look forward to getting ready for bed. 😴 (via Patch Deals)

It's a smart, snuggly, screen-free way to get little ones excited about going to sleep.

06/22/2019

International Yoga Day Celebrated At Disneyland Resort

On Friday, more than 1,000 Disneyland Resort cast members registered to practice yoga in front of the Sleeping Beauty Castle at sunrise. #PatchCalifornia

Where better to do a sun salutation than in front of Sleeping Beauty's newly refurbished castle?

06/22/2019

1916 Berkeley Duplex Provides Rental Income

Here's one way to make home ownership affordable. #EastBay

Both the main house and the rear unit have been updated.

06/22/2019

3-Alarm Fire In San Leandro

No injuries have been reported.

No injuries have been reported.

06/22/2019

Conversation with Golden State Warrior Andre Iguodala: JCCSF, SF

Save the date for June 28th! (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

Friday June 28 2019: Golden State Warriors’ Andre IguodalaFriday, June 28, 2019 at 7 p.m. Jewish Community Center of San Francisco,...