FBI: Colorful pants helped identify ICE protester shot in Oakland

OAKLAND, Calif. (KRONA) – Colored pants worn by a protester helped FBI agents figure out who was behind the wheel of a U-Haul truck that sped directly toward a line of U.S. Coast Guard officers in Oakland before the officers shot the driver, investigators said. The shooting occurred during an anti-ICE protest. The FBI and … Read more

Oakland museum says burglary was a crime of opportunity, not a targeted theft

(KRON) – The suspect or suspects who broke into the Oakland, California, museum’s off-site warehouse and stole more than 1,000 items from the museum’s collection likely did so as a crime of opportunity rather than as a targeted robbery, the museum said in a statement Friday. “There is no indication that the perpetrators specifically identified … Read more

Bail increased for Oakland man arrested in cash courier scam sting: sheriff

(KRON) – An Oakland man allegedly involved in a courier scam was arrested Thursday after a sting operation conducted by the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office. Juvenile found with stolen, loaded firearm and unsecured infant during vehicle stop: ACPD SCSO said it has received several reports in recent weeks of residents being targeted by a scam … Read more

Video: Oakland Zoo animals munch and crunch Halloween pumpkins

(KRON) – The Oakland Zoo is celebrating Halloween by giving its animals seasonal pumpkins to eat and play with. “The way animals react to pumpkins really depends on what interests them and their diet,” Oakland Zoo said. “For example, chimpanzees enjoy smashing pumpkins, sun bears love to break them open and enjoy the delicious taste … Read more

Pieces of California history stolen in Oakland museum heist

(KRON) – A museum’s historical artifacts were among more than 1,000 items stolen during an October heist in Oakland. FBI agents and Oakland Police Department investigators are trying to identify the thieves and track down the stolen artifacts, which include carved ivory tusks, Native American jewelry and historical photographs. Police said the theft occurred around … Read more

Iconic Black-owned Oakland restaurant targeted in another vandalism incident

OAKLAND, Calif. (KRONA) – Everett and Jones Barbecue, a well-known black-owned restaurant in Oakland, was broken into early Saturday morning, the fifth such incident since 2023. Hundreds wait hours for limited-time In-N-Out pop-up in Korea: reports The break-in occurred at approximately 4 a.m. when three masked men entered the restaurant on MacArthur Street. Despite causing … Read more

Doug Martin, Bay Area-born NFL star, former Boise State and Oakland Raiders running back, dies at 36, family says

san francisco — Doug Martin, a former All-Pro player for the Oakland Raiders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has died, his family said in a statement Sunday. He was 36 years old. The family’s statement said, according to what was reported by the British newspaper “Daily Mail”: “It is with great sadness that I inform you … Read more

Oakland to host trash 'parties' to combat illegal dumping

(Kron) – Don’t destroy the city. That’s the message Oakland city officials are sending to people who dump waste illegally. “I want us all to build an Oakland where our streets reflect the dignity, pride and resilience of this community,” Mayor Barbara Lee said. “We know that too many Oakland residents see trash on their … Read more

'The Town is The Town': West Coast Pro Wrestling talks Oakland debut on The Finish with Kor & Tor

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – West Coast Pro Wrestling takes over Fluid 510 in Oakland on Sunday, October 12 – and the Bay’s wrestling promotion is ready to make it a night to remember. Core and Tor got the chance to speak with West Coast Pro founder Scott Briganti, who explained how the promotion came about, … Read more

Lollapalooza headliner to perform next year in Oakland

((Crohn– One of the most famous girls group in the world is her return to the Gulf region next year. K-POP stars are scheduled to stop twice in Auckland for the global “this for” tour. The date of the offer was scheduled for Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Auckland Arena. Tuesday. Tickets start for sale … Read more