News across Alameda County

AMP Awards Alameda Point Collaborative $50K Through Electrification Grant Program
Alameda Municipal Power announced that it has awarded Alameda Point Collaborative (APC) a $50,000 grant for electrifying its permanent supportive housing through the installation of heat pump water heaters.
Today’s Alameda Treasure – 1620 Fourth Street, A Return to ‘Down Home,’ Part 2
New information on 1620 Fourth Street, the oldest home on the West End, has come to light after Steve Gorman tracked down two relatives. "These descendants, keepers of the family flame, have shared priceless photos, documents, and stories that have never been published," writes…
Two Birds from Alameda – October 1, 2026
The local birds continue their hard-hitting questions for candidates in the latest installment of our weekly strip drawn by Alameda cartoonist, Brice.

5Q4: Jonathan Moscone
"We are deeply committed to working alongside artists, businesses, community members, and the City of Alameda to build Alameda Point to become the most exciting cultural hub in the Bay Area," Jonathan Moscone, the new artistic director of Radium Arts, told Gene Kahane in a recent…

At Oakland church, Palestinian attorney calls for solidarity
Huwaida Arraf connected decades of activism to action for Gaza.

Cafe Buenos Aires brings empanadas and more to El Cerrito, a new Lao and Thai spot arrives in Albany, and more openings
Cafe Buenos Aires brings empanadas and more to El Cerrito, a new Lao and Thai spot arrives in Albany, and more openings A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.

Chez Maeju opens on Claremont Avenue
At Chez Maeju, Soojin Kim lacquers grilled mackerel in a thick gochujang glaze. Every pore of that oily white fish flesh absorbs the red chili paste that, when heated, takes on the qualities of a delightfully gooey caramel. The skin, and maybe a couple of tiny white bones,…

Roots Pour it On in 3-0 Home Victory Over Phoenix Rising FC
In one of the most complete games of their 2026 campaign, the Oakland Roots dominated through all 90 minutes on Saturday night, September 26, at the Oakland Coliseum, defeating Phoenix Rising FC 3-0.
Diane Laurlee Greenspan
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Diane Laurlee Greenspan, 87, Sept. 9, 2026, at home in Quincy, California, surrounded by her family. She was born Dec. 4, 1938, in Oakland, a daughter of the late Dorothy and Raymond Lambert. Diane was raised by her late grandparents,…

Four New Below-Market Homes in Dublin — Apply Today!
The City of Dublin is pleased to announce the availability of four new below-market-rate (BMR) homes in eastern Dublin at the Francis Ranch development, offered by Trumark Homes.

Mayor Ashcraft: Emergency Preparedness, Avoiding Scams, and Voting
Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft relays an invitation for Emergency Preparedness Day on October 17, shares tips from APD for avoiding fraud and scams, and reminds voters to get ready for the November 3 General Election.
All Around Alameda – Markets and Music
There’s plenty of music, shopping, and sipping going on in Alameda this weekend. Check out Filipino Island Fest, rock out at the Alameda Elks local benefit concert, and shop at the Two Marys' Makers Market, Mockingbird Lane: A Halloween Market, and Main Street After Dark.