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Oakland police arrested 27-year-old Cedric Irving for the shooting of John Beam, Laney College's athletic director, who died from his injuries. The incident, described as targeted, occurred in the college's field house on Thursday, and Irving was taken into custody at the San Leandro BART station. His arraignment is set for November 18.
Two juveniles were arrested in connection with a shooting at Skyline High School in Oakland, where a 15-year-old victim is recovering. The suspects used ghost guns, untraceable firearms assembled from kits. School officials are enhancing safety measures after multiple lockdowns this year.
Oakland faces a potential legal judgment related to its efforts to block a coal terminal in West Oakland. The Oakland Unified School District is found to have discriminated against Jewish students, while a popular Lake Merritt hangout spot implements new parking restrictions due to gun violence. The Oakland Police Commission's role is clarified amid these developments.
Brown Cap, a mobile ice cream vendor in Berkeley, has closed after seven years, leaving a farewell message on its website. Michael’s Chocolates, a small-batch chocolatier in Oakland, also shut down after a decade in business. Red Bay Coffee will close its Fruitvale flagship location, shifting focus to other operations.
Laney College Athletic Director John Beam was shot on campus in Oakland and is in critical condition. The shooting occurred at the fieldhouse, prompting a lockdown that lasted until 1:15 p.m. Police are searching for a male suspect who fled the scene.
Former Laney College football coach John Beam was shot on campus in Oakland, prompting reactions from NFL players Nahshon and Rejzohn Wright, his former students. Following Beam's passing, both players expressed their grief on social media, sharing photos and heartfelt messages.
Alejandra Armstrong of The Oaklandside received the Unsung Hero Award from the Northern California chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. Senior news editor Darwin BondGraham and public safety reporter Roselyn Romero earned recognition for their in-depth interview with Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price, highlighting critical accountability journalism ahead of her recall election.
Oakland plans to remove half of its damaged bus shelters and improve maintenance as heavy rains approach. The city will contract District Works for biweekly maintenance under a $500,000 agreement. Local advocates express frustration over the lack of communication and shelter removals without replacements.
A shooting at Laney College critically injured athletic program director and football coach John Beam. Police have not located the suspect, who fled the scene wearing a black hooded sweater. The incident prompted a lockdown of the campus, affecting students from several local high schools.
Oakland Unified School District plans to offer early retirement incentives to staff over 55 as a cost-saving measure to address a projected $100 million budget deficit. The board approved a plan that allows eligible employees to resign by June 30, 2026, in exchange for 75% of their final salary over five years. If a quarter of eligible staff participate, the district could save millions, depending on whether their positions are filled.