Data vs. reality: Car break-ins down 50% in Oakland, police say; here's a look at numbers
Car break-ins have long frustrated drivers across the Bay Area. But data reveals a surprising shift: reported vehicle burglaries are down significantly in Oakland - by more than 50% compared to the ...
Oakland's 911 answer times are improving, according to state data
New data from the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) shows significant improvement in 911 answering times by ...
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Is BART doing more to protect its riders? We ask BART!
If you live in the Bay Area, you probably know Bay Area Rapid Transportation (BART) is currently grappling with a well-known ...
Oakland Police Officer assaulted in unprovoked attack; suspect charges with felonies
Oakland rookie police officer assaulted while sitting in a police vehicle at a traffic light in East Oakland on Friday afternoon around 3:30pm. Suspect punches the officer through an open window.
Oakland City Council clashes with finance director as 37 police vehicles idle at dealership
Tensions have flared to the point that Councilmember Rebecca Kaplan likened the director’s decisions to a “pattern of lies.” ...
Man charged in alleged unprovoked attack on Oakland police officer
The charges against Lawrence Holley, 48, include felony assault with force likely to cause great bodily injury.
San Mateo County approves $10.3 million for BART fare gate upgrades
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors on Friday unanimously approved $10.3 million in funding to replace aging fare gates at BART stations in Daly City, Colma, Millbrae, San Bruno, and South San ...