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Firecracker exploded in Alameda Safeway to divert from grocery theft
Police are searching for two people suspected of exploding a firecracker inside a busy Safeway store on Thursday in order to steal a shopping cart loaded with groceries.
Charming Charlie is closing all of its stores
By Jordan Valinsky | CNN Business Charming Charlie has fallen victim to the ongoing retail apocalypse. The women’s fashion accessory retailer has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in t…
Skull believed to be that of Native American found in Oakland backyard
A skull believed to be that of a Native American person was found in a West Oakland backyard Thursday evening.
Coming in this week's Alameda Journal: Agreement reached on new East Bay swim center. https://bayareane.ws/2NJaEgG
Alameda briefs: Developer halfway done building Site A infrastructure
Construction of utility lines, etc. is 50 percent complete, Alameda Point Partners reports.
Letter: Will Alameda City Council members remain despite abuses?
A Grand Jury reported the clear abuse of power by Alameda City Council members Jim Oddie and Malia Vella.
Photos: 2019 East Bay high school graduations
The high school graduation season is in full swing. Check back often for photos from 2019 East Bay high school graduations as they are added.
East Bay pets of the week for July 12
Area shelters’ dogs and cats need their “forever” homes.
Courts grapple with Amazon’s responsibility for dangerous products
In the first significant decision of its kind, a Pennsylvania appeals court has ruled that Amazon can be held liable for selling the defective product the same way a brick-and-mortar store would be…
Time Is Ripe: Summer veggies, fruits’ day in sun right now
A wide variety of sunny vine-ripened tomatoes is available; the sweet corn is amazing this year.
‘Flex-space’ buildings planned for Alameda business park
Three “flex space” buildings — places that can be a mix of offices, manufacturing and warehouse space — are on track to get constructed at the Harbor Bay Business Park near …
Cooper Teare wins July 4 hometown race
Former St. Joseph Notre Dame star victorious in Alameda
Photos: Alameda Fourth of July parade
More than 160 floats and 2,500 participants traveled a three-mile route during the Alameda annual Mayor’s Fourth of July Parade, one of the largest and longest Independence Day parades in the…
Relief coming on Richmond Bridge very soon: Roadshow
There are a couple of signs on the Benicia Bridge notifying drivers that the toll is $6.
Letter: Bernie Sanders’ long-time platform what they’re all running on
Sanders’ ideas — free college, a $15 minimum wage and Medicare for all — are all now mainstream and popular.
Agreement reached on new East Bay swim center
A new $12 million community swim center is projected to open on New Year’s Eve 2023 as a result of an agreement hammered out between the city and the Alameda Unified School District.
New Alameda schools superintendent selected
A new superintendent has been selected for the Alameda Unified School District.
East Bay pets of the week for July 5
Area shelters’ dogs and cats need their “forever” homes.
Park It: What to do if dead shark found on East Bay beach
Bay population die-offs are common in late spring and early summer, notably in Alameda.
Minimum wages going up in seven Bay Area cities
Many workers in seven Bay Area cities will see bigger paychecks next month as a round of new ordinances raising minimum wages takes effect Monday.
Here’s why California needs a Master Plan on Aging
How each California county will be impacted by seniors in 2030
Borenstein: Alameda council members’ Trumpian exoneration facade
After Grand Jury finding of malfeasance by Malia Vella and Jim Oddie, no remorse, no apology, demonizing accuser.
Alameda, Piedmont small towns ready to mark July 4 in big way
The cities’ parades are an Independence Day tradition; a pancake breakfast and the USS Hornet are in the mix too.
A hefty bill: Alameda council members seek $200,000 for legal fees over city manager dispute
Two Alameda city council members are seeking $200,000 from the city as reimbursement for their legal costs.
Around the Island: Plenty of fun before, after Alameda July 4 parade too
A 5K run and walk is scheduled along the parade route, and the Coast Guard Festival will be by the USS Hornet on Alameda Point.
Letter: Could homeowners stay if mortgages rose as rents do?
Even a 5% increase slowly banishes citizens from Oakland.
Work on High Street Bridge could cause traffic delays
Emergency repairs of the High Street Bridge between Oakland and Alameda will start June 25.
East Bay court to offer new payment options for traffic fees
Starting July 1, those with outstanding traffic fees have new options for payment.
Grand jury: Elected officials caused ‘lasting damage’ to city
The Alameda County Grand Jury has determined that two Alameda city council members should not be removed from office despite an investigation finding they tried to use their political influence to …
Alameda briefs: Annual street repairs, resurfacing underway
Work during regular business hours has begun and is estimated to be done by late October.
Coming in this week's Alameda Journal: Nation’s first hydrogen fuel cell ferry to transport commuters across San Francisco Bay in early 2020. https://bayareane.ws/2XYI6jW
AUSD Notes: Major summer construction underway in Alameda schools
Finishing touches are being put on Alameda High; and a two-story, 10-classroom facility is being built at Encinal.
Alameda minimum wage rising to $13.50 an hour July 1
The raise is needed to keep workers on the Island, say a business owner and city official.
Big Alameda office park is bought by East Coast investors
affiliates of a group led by DRA Advisors, a New York City-based private equity and real estate investment firm, have bought the Marina Village office park from a group led by Brookfield Office Pro…
Park It: Take a guided sunset walk in Oakley on the solstice
Ring in summer’s official start June 21 with an evening exploration of the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta.
“Allie” the whale says farewell to Alameda
A humpback whale that showed up off the Alameda shoreline last month and quickly captured the hearts of onlookers as it dipped and splashed in the bay, has moved on.
East Bay Regional Park District warns about rattlesnakes
High temperatures lure rattlesnakes out into the open as they explore their natural habitat.
Coming in this week's Alameda Journal: ‘Allie’ the humpback whale still making a splash off Alameda. https://bayareane.ws/2RaWval
Briefs: Alameda Education Foundation announces honorees
The annual awards are named for longtime Alameda Unified School District educator Jack Capon.
Photos: Day 1 of Oakland Raiders’ minicamp in Alameda
The Oakland Raiders kicked off the first day of the teams’ mandatory minicamp with quarterback Derek Carr, wide receiver Antonio Brown, safety Karl Joseph.
Nation’s first hydrogen fuel cell ferry to cart commuters across San Francisco Bay in early 2020
The first-in-the-nation technology will be put to work to begin carrying commuters across the San Francisco Bay beginning in early 2020.
East Bay pets of the week for June 14
Area shelters’ dogs and cats need their “forever” homes.
Other Minds 2019 debut ‘The Pressure’: Grimm’s fairy tale meets Trump
The eclectic Other Minds music festival is back June 15-16 with Alameda composer Brian Baumbusch’s dark, gripping ‘The Pressure.’
‘Allie’ the humpback whale still making a splash off Alameda
A humpback whale continues to linger and splash off the Alameda shoreline, delighting onlookers who hope to catch a glance of it.
Park It: Kick it old-school outdoors with Dad this Father’s Day
A Stone Age activity and wilderness skill lesson are on tap at Hayward’s Garin Regional Park.
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Workers labor Wednesday evening on repairs to Park Street after a sink hole opened up earlier in the day.
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