Alameda News

Faction Brewing's Lease at Alameda Point Is Getting Reworked

Council will consider a third amendment to the lease for Alameda Point's first local brewery, stretching its original term to 13 years.

Pride in the Park Returns to Chochenyo Park Oct. 10

Alameda Pride's biggest event of the year wraps with a free block party and a DJ on Alameda Avenue.

Thursday at the Avenue Runs Free Through Oct. 29

Downtown Alameda turns into a weekly block party every Thursday evening, with live music, games, and pop-up vendors.

AUSD Reopens Wood Middle School After Two-Year Rebuild

The $298 million Measure B bond paid for a brand new campus, and this month, Wood's students finally walked through the front door.

Saildrone's El Niño Mission Launches From Alameda Point

Every summer, Saildrone preps its ocean going robots in a hangar at Alameda Point. This year, they are chasing one of the strongest El Niños in years.

Alameda Porchfest Turns Porches Into Stages Sept. 12-13

A free kickoff concert at Webster Park on Saturday night leads into a full day of bands playing on porches, stoops, and driveways around Franklin…

Teens' Domestic Violence Video Finally Reaches Council

A prevention video made by Alameda Family Services' Youth Advisory Board got bumped from four straight City Council meetings this summer. It's back…

Alameda Man Traces USS Hornet Ring to Georgia Family

A class ring locked inside a closed-off part of the ship since 1970 is finally headed home.

Puppet Wars Wrestling Returns to Alameda Sept. 12

Family-friendly pro wrestling is back at Almanac Adventureland & Brewery, and yes, it's really called Puppet Wars.

Port of Oakland's $642M Plan Takes 6 Acres of Alameda Land

A newly signed $642 million design agreement means construction could start on Alameda's stretch of the estuary as soon as 2027.

West Alameda to Get 8 Bay Wheels Stations, Funded for 2027

The $757,000 pilot brings eight bike share stations to the West End, part of a plan to ease years of tube construction.

City Council OKs $271K for Leydecker Park Playground

Alameda approved $270,947 to replace the play structures at this Bay Farm Island park, tucked into a routine consent calendar vote.

Alameda Hospital Earns Its First A Grade Since 2024

The Leapfrog Group's new national safety report bumped Alameda Hospital up from a run of Bs, its best patient safety grade in a year and a half.

Bake Sum Opens Second Location Inside Alameda Marketplace

The Oakland bakery known for its Spam and unagi Croissubi took over the old Feel Good Bakery space on Park Street, and the lines have been an hour…

After the Ball: FAAS Gala Lands at Alameda Point Oct. 16

FAAS's 15th annual fundraiser moves into a WWII-era hangar at Gold Bar Distillery, with tickets coming soon.

Pacific Pinball Museum Hosts Dan Fontes Memorial Friday

A free public celebration for the muralist behind the I-580 giraffes runs 6 to 10 p.m. Friday at 1510 Webster St.

Alameda's Disaster Readiness Has Gaps, Grand Jury Finds

The county civil grand jury says Alameda hasn't run a real emergency drill in nearly a decade, and only about one in four residents gets city alerts.

One's Cafe & Bakery Opens on Park Street

A French-Asian bakery from Castro Valley moved into the old Coffee Cultures spot, with soft serve and an ice cream croissant on the menu.

Congress Demands Answers on Alameda VA Clinic Cancellation

The VA scrapped a $395 million outpatient clinic and columbarium at Alameda Point last August. Now a new spending bill forces the agency to explain…

Woodstock, the Water Shuttle, Is Running Again

Engine failures and a cracked bracket kept the Oakland-Alameda shuttle docked for nearly three weeks. It's back as of Wednesday morning, but the…

Alameda Seeks Grant to Study Fixing Bay Farm's Wooden Bridge

The bridge is so worn out that bikers already have to get off and walk. A $5 million grant push could finally fund a fix.

Alameda May Pledge $1M a Year for Homeless Housing

The City Council votes Sept. 1 on a 20-year subsidy that could finally get Stardust Gardens built at Alameda Point.

AUSD Board Vacancy: Applications Due September 11

The AUSD board voted to fill Jennifer Williams' open seat by appointment, not a special election. Alameda residents who want the job have until…

Alameda Council Moves to Ban Parking in Bike Lanes

A new ordinance would make it illegal, and finable, to leave your car in any of Alameda's bike lanes.

Roots Stadium Plan Returns to Planning Board Aug. 24

The Planning Board takes a second look at Oakland Roots' Harbor Bay venue idea, with no vote on the table yet.

Free Bus Passes Are Back for AUSD Students This Year

If your student qualifies for free or reduced lunch, they can ride AC Transit for free all year, starting this week.

Amy Wooldridge Leaves Alameda for East Bay Regional Parks

After 19 years growing Alameda's parks and a stint as assistant city manager, Wooldridge is headed to the East Bay Regional Park District.

Alameda High's Kofman Auditorium Gets a Century Upgrade

The 1926 theater got new lights, curtains and dressing rooms in time for its 100th birthday.

Angela's Eatery Opens on Webster St With Afghan Menu

Chef Saboor Zafari's fourth Alameda restaurant just opened, and it's serving duck strudel and eggplant tahdig.

Oakland Roots Facility Open House Is Set for Aug. 8

The City Council posted a public notice for an open house at the club's Harbor Bay Parkway site, and residents are welcome to attend.

The Soiled Dove Returns With Joan Baez in a New Role

The circus dinner show is back under a 12,000 square foot Big Top at Radium Runway, running through October.

Road Closures Saturday for the Alameda 10-Miler Race

The Cooper Teare Classic brings runners and rolling street closures to the East End Saturday morning, Aug. 8.

AUSD Board Meets Aug. 11 to Vote on Budget, Housing Plan

The school board meets the same night as the first day of school to vote on a state budget update and a new housing resolution.

Rocket Reuse Moves to a New Home on Park Street

Alameda's used bookstore since 2010 just relocated up Park Street, and the shelves are still filling in.

Macondo Colombian Fusion Brings Arepas to Webster St

The West End spot got a national spotlight this summer for its food, and its soccer game day spirit.

Alameda Golfer Kailer Stone Takes Second at Junior PGAs

The 18-year-old, Pepperdine-bound this fall, led for two rounds before a rough final stretch cost him the win in Texas.

Rhythmix's 'Soul of Our Nation' Art Show Closes Aug. 29

Bay Area artists explore hope for the country's future at the Blanding Avenue gallery, with a free closing workshop for everyone.

Alameda's Minimum Wage Jumps to $17.76 an Hour

Here's what the new rate means for workers and small businesses across the island.

Otis Elementary Kids Move Out for a Two-Year Rebuild

Students head to a portable campus this summer while crews tear down the old building and start fresh.

Oakland Roots Pitch 8,000-Seat Stadium at Harbor Bay

The pro soccer club wants to turn its Harbor Bay Parkway training site into a temporary stadium, and the city's just starting to weigh in.

Alameda's Ferry Terminals Are Getting a Major Electric Upgrade

College of Alameda FabLab Gets $250K in Federal Money

The funding buys new 3D printers, laser cutters and job training, shared with Laney College across the estuary.

Woodstock, the Free Water Shuttle, Is Funded Through 2028

City Council locked in $3 million on July 21 to keep the little yellow boat crossing the estuary, and keep it free, for two more years.

Cross Alameda Trail Now Connects to the Fruitvale Bridge

A new protected stretch on Tilden Way closes the gap that used to force riders into a long detour, and it opened ahead of schedule.

Central Avenue Construction: Signal Work at Three Intersections

The $15 million Central Avenue project is in its final stretch. Expect flaggers at Webster, Eighth, and Sherman through the end of summer.

Blues, Brews and BBQ Returns to Alameda Sept. 20, 2026

The West End Arts District's free festival is back for its 9th year, with Chris Cain headlining an afternoon of music, BBQ, and craft beer.

Alameda Brewing Just Won a National Gold Medal for Burma Ale

The Park Street brewery took gold in the Herb and Spice category at the 2026 U.S. Open Beer Championship, a year after a World Beer Cup silver.