Alameda
A city in Alameda County, California — population 78,841 as of 2020.
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News in Alameda
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October 3Huncho is Smart and Independent
"Huncho needs an experienced Chow Chow home willing to give him structure, consistency, and room to settle in at his own pace... Huncho is waiting for someone who will see his potential and give him the chance to show it."
Community Groups & Organizations
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October 2Admiral Maltings Closing Affects More Than Alameda Point
The closure of Admiral Maltings is sending ripples through Alameda, the Bay Area, and Northern California breweries and distilleries. Scott Piehler talks with Almanac, Alameda Brewing, St. George Spirits, and Hanabi Lager Co. about losing the treasured local spot and malt…
Local Business
Alameda Post
6 hours agoBear’s-Eye View of Alameda for October 4, 2026
Mouf makes a devastating campaign update, "Apparently, I needed to 'pull papers,' get signatures from supporters, and turn them into the City Clerk." Despite the blow to his dreams of being mayor, the Roving Reporter shares photos from around town as spooky season heats up.
General
Alameda Post
October 2Sean K. McDonough, 1949 – 2026
"Being with us and supporting us was his most cherished goal. Sean’s strength of character was a beacon for all of us who were lucky to know him and to love him. For all the love he gave so freely, Sean was a humble man and never quite let himself believe just how deeply he was…
Obituaries
Alameda Post
October 2Bayview Shoreline Bird Sanctuary Approved But Never Built
Did you know the Bayview Drive shoreline was once planned to house a bird sanctuary? Richard Bangert reports, "The City approved a plan… to establish a natural habitat area back in 1987, but it was never implemented and faded from public consciousness."
Real Estate & Development
Alameda Post
October 2AC Transit Faces Major Service Cuts, Public Input Needed by October 14
AC Transit is currently facing a possible $200 million, four-year deficit. The transit agency warns that if no sustainable long-term funding is secured by December 2026, they will be forced to cut service by up to 16%.
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Alameda by the numbers
- Area
- 10.4 sq mi (26.93 km²), 12.58 sq mi water
- Median age
- 41
- Households
- 29,988
- Persons per household
- 2.5
- Median household income
- $137,697
- Median house value
- $1,235,700
- Office
- MAYOR
- Address
- 2263 SANTA CLARA AVE, ALAMEDA, CA 94501