Oakland

Meta Platforms is facing a pivotal federal trial in Oakland over child safety and privacy concerns. Attorneys general from multiple states are seeking financial damages and mandated operational changes regarding its platforms, Facebook and Instagram. The lawsuit accuses the company of collecting data on children under 13 without parental consent and deliberately designing features that contribute to youth addiction.

San Francisco home prices are soaring due to AI wealth. In contrast, Oakland has stagnated with half-priced rents, resulting in a massive housing gap that is widening.

States have filed a major lawsuit against Meta in California, seeking damages potentially totaling $1.4 trillion and structural changes to the company's operations. The suit accuses Meta of contributing to the youth mental health crisis by deliberately designing addictive features and violating federal law by collecting data on children under 13 without consent. Meta has disputed these allegations, while plaintiffs seek to set a definitive precedent in the case.

States are suing Meta in California, accusing the social media giant of knowingly designing features that contribute to youth addiction and violating federal law by collecting data from children under 13 without parental consent. The lawsuit seeks massive financial damages up to $1.4 trillion, along with structural changes to how Facebook and Instagram operate. Meta disputes these allegations, stating that it has addressed the issues after consulting with parents and experts.

Federal judge limited prosecution exhibits against former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao. She and prosecutors spent over three hours fighting over 1,700 pieces of evidence before her federal bribery trial scheduled for October.

An Oakland City Councilmember stated that reports concerning a massive data center being built in Oakland are untrue. Councilmember Carroll Fife addressed these concerns at a news conference, joined by the project’s developer, to separate fact from fiction.

Oakland is suing a housing provider following reports that broken elevators trapped several residents in their apartments. Seven On Your Side Investigates highlighted the issue, involving elderly and disabled individuals who were unable to leave their homes.

The Oakland City Attorney's Office is suing the landlord of an apartment building after both elevators were out of service for 52 consecutive days last summer. The lawsuit alleges that this prolonged outage made it difficult for elderly and disabled tenants to enter and leave their homes.

An Oakland 7-Eleven sustained thousands of dollars in damage after a robbery, assault, and vandalism occurred over the weekend. Employees reported that a group of more than a dozen teenagers was responsible for the incident.

The Bay Bridge sees about 250,000 vehicles every day, with most traveling during morning and evening commutes. However, work on the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge will reduce eastbound traffic to a single lane for those who travel late at night.

Kiara Bowling, an Oakland woman, was critically injured after being struck by a white car while walking her dog in Oakland. She was walking through the area of 35th and Mangels avenues when she entered a crosswalk and was involved in the incident.

A $30 minimum wage initiative will not appear on the November ballot in Alameda County after local leaders requested further study. Organizers remain committed and have filed a separate proposal to establish a $30 minimum wage in Oakland.

The Oakland Unified School District will enforce a cell phone ban at all schools starting August 10. OUSD Superintendent Dr. Denise Saddler described the policy as a 'significant change' for students.

Oakland residents at National Night Out noted improved safety but had differing views on surveillance, with events in the hills and West Oakland highlighting falling crime rates and community connections.

Santa Ana's City Council voted to join California's speed camera pilot program to address speeding in dangerous areas, following successful implementations in cities like San Francisco and Oakland. The resolution passed 4-2 despite concerns about surveillance and costs, with opponents arguing for more data and caution.

Oakland artist Leandro Oliveira Xavier, a member of SambaFunk, was detained by ICE for 8 months and faces a challenging legal case. Friends and family are advocating for his release through the 'Free Leo, Free Them All' campaign.

Two Vietnamese broken rice restaurants are opening in the Bay Area, including the popular Broken Dreams. The new establishments are part of a list of recent openings in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and surrounding areas.

Alameda County workers rallied to support a proposal to raise the county's minimum wage to $30 per hour. The Board of Supervisors is considering the measure, which would phase in the increase over time.

ICE used Eastmont Mall parking lot to transfer a detainee, according to advocates. An immigrant rights group claims the person was taken to the Oakland shopping center before being transported to ICE’s San Francisco processing center.

The San Francisco Police Department arrested five Oakland men for allegedly operating drug houses and dealing narcotics. Over 8 pounds of narcotics were found during searches of their homes.

Alameda County's June election was described as 'smooth' by the new registrar. The upcoming Nov. 3 general election will include races for Oakland's mayor, three council seats, and three school board seats.

Felony charges were filed against an 18-year-old suspect, Jaeden Roach, for the violent robbery of a 15-year-old who was beaten with handguns in Oakland. The charges include assault with a firearm, robbery, and felony child endangerment.

Oakland has identified its most dangerous crosswalks, with 112 injuries and 9 deaths reported over the past decade. The city has proposed quick-build initiatives to enhance pedestrian safety but requires funding to implement the changes.

Pucquio has abruptly closed, and two previously shuttered Oakland restaurant spaces are being revived. The article also mentions a running list of recent restaurant closures in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and other areas.

National Night Out returns to Oakland with 175 block parties. City leaders, firefighters, and police will visit neighborhoods to meet residents and share public safety and emergency preparedness resources.

An Ecuadorian woman arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at Denver International Airport was released on a $3,000 bond. Her lawyer criticized ICE for failing to provide records justifying the arrest, which went viral after being filmed by a friend.

The Minneapolis City Council confirmed Reginald Freeman as the next chief of the Minneapolis Fire Department. Freeman, currently the fire and emergency medical services director in Saudi Arabia, will replace Bryan Tyner, who is retiring at the end of 2025. Freeman has previously led fire departments in Oakland, Hartford, and Iraq.

UCSF's decision to relocate critical pediatric care from Oakland to San Francisco has disproportionately impacted East Bay families, particularly low-income, immigrant, and undocumented communities. Key services like bone marrow transplants and interventional radiology have been moved, forcing families to travel across the Bay for care, exacerbating financial and logistical challenges. The move has raised racial justice concerns, as it affects Black children reliant on Oakland's culturally competent sickle cell disease care.

Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee swore in James Beere as the city's new police chief during a ceremony at City Hall. The event marked Beere's official appointment to the role.

James Beere, a veteran Oakland police officer, was sworn in as the city's new police chief. He has been a dedicated member of the Oakland Police Department since 1997 and is a San Francisco native who served in the United States.

Oakland city officials have refused to disclose details about hundreds of contracts for three years, despite a city law requiring transparency.

A former Oakland mayor is accused of turning the city into a crime-ridden area and being involved in a prostitution and pay-to-play scandal, according to federal authorities.

Court filings in an FBI corruption case reveal that a defendant involved in a bribery scheme took secret, compromising videos of politicians. The case involves ex-Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, her partner, and the owners of California Waste Solutions.

California is home to some of the most dangerous cities in the US, with San Francisco and Oakland ranked among the 10 least safe cities in the country.

An Oakland city councilman posted a video on social media to publicly shame a suspected illegal dumper. The video allegedly shows a woman discarding furniture, including a mattress, couch, and pillows.

Firefighters are combating a fire beneath Interstate 880 in Oakland near 5th Ave and East 8th Street, which involves an RV and produces dark smoke. Authorities confirm no threat to the freeway infrastructure, nearby buildings, or neighborhoods.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested a 27-year-old Ecuadorian woman at Denver airport as she prepared to board a flight to Oakland. The incident occurred during her travel from Denver to Oakland.

Chantal Morales Rojas, an Oakland woman, was taken by ICE at Denver airport. Her lawyers claim the arrest was illegal, while ICE states she lacked permission to remain in the U.S.

Gas prices in the Bay Area continue to rise, with averages of $5.76 in San Francisco, $5.58 in Oakland, and $5.57 in San Jose according to a AAA weekly fuel report. Prices are climbing across California and the nation.

Oak-Dar, Pour Manners, and Kathiew House have closed or paused operations following an assault on a family member. The closures are part of a running list of restaurant closures in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and other areas.