San Francisco|News|
Highway 101 Shooting Snarls Bay Area Traffic: Update
Police said a man walking on the highway was armed when an officer fired on him.
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
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JL Trey Odom, Ph.D. (they/them) is a San Francisco-based journalist with a passion for reporting on hyperlocal news and connecting with the Bay Area community. They’ve covered myriad local events and organizations, city initiatives and projects, arts and culture, and sports such as Bay FC. Their stories have been published by a variety of Bay Area media outlets, including Bay City News, Mission Local, the Bay Area Reporter, and SFGATE. They were one of sixteen journalists selected nationwide for the Comcast NBCUniversal Digital Equity Voices Lab fellowship (2024-2025), writing impactful stories on digital equity and the LGBTQ+ community. When they’re not writing, they’re running – and typically training for a marathon.
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Fremont, CA|News|
Goats On Break: Photo Of The Day
An East Bay resident came across dozens of goats along a trail.
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Berkeley, CA|News|
East Bay Parks To Host Outdoor Movie Nights This Month
Throughout the summer, families have gathered in local parks to watch fun flicks. There are two more opportunities to do so in September.
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Berkeley, CA|News|
Shark Tank-Featured Milkshake Chain Now Has A Bay Area Address
An East Bay city is the newest location of The Yard Milkshake Bar, a specialty milkshake, edible cookie dough and ice cream shop.
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Missing Bay Area Girl Found After Disappearing Monday
The 11-year-old, who had been missing since Monday morning, was located Wednesday, police said.
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Berkeley, CA|News|
East Bay Vegan Food Fest Celebrates Its Fifth Year
Northern California's largest vegan food festival gets underway this weekend at an East Bay BART station.
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San Francisco|News|
Killer At Large In Fatal San Francisco Shooting
A man was pronounced dead at a local hospital. No arrests have been made, police said.
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Missing East Bay Girl, 11, Considered 'At Risk'
Authorities are asking for help locating an 11-year-old girl who was last seen Monday.
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
Castro Valley, CA|News|
Beloved Two-Day Fall Fest Returns
A popular fall-themed festival gets underway this weekend in the East Bay.
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Berkeley, CA|News|
Bay FC 'Keeps Battling,' Preps For Home Match
It was a close game for the Bay Area's women's pro soccer team on Monday in Los Angeles. Next up is a match on home turf at PayPal Park.
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
BART Station To Host An Anime-tastic Event
For anime fans, an East Bay BART station is the place to be this weekend.
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
Popular Dog Park Closes Temporarily
A Fremont park is off-limits to canines (and humans) this week for maintenance.
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Across California, CA|News|
Powerball Jackpot Surges To $1.3B: $1M Ticket Sold In CA
The Powerball jackpot surges to $1.3 billion, with the next drawing set for Wednesday.
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|News|
Forward Progress Stopped On Grant Fire; Some 580 Lanes Reopen
Drivers should expect major delays during rush hour Friday afternoon in the East Bay.
JL Trey Odom and Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Saturday’s Powerball Jackpot Swells To $1B As Lottery Fever Spreads In CA
Californians have won the majority of the nation's $1 billion jackpots. What are the odds it could happen again on Saturday?
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
Fremonters Can Get Buff In New Outdoor Fitness Area
An adult fitness space with a variety of features recently opened in a local park.
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Alameda, CA|News|
Beloved Bay Area Children's Park Celebrates 75 Years
Children's Fairyland at Lake Merritt is holding a "birthday party" to mark its longevity.
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Fremont, CA|News|
Fremont Road And Parking Lot Closures Slated For Labor Day Weekend Event
A few streets and parking lots in Fremont will be closed over the weekend to accommodate a popular fair.
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
San Leandro, CA|News|
New Math Learning Center Adds Up To A 'Welcoming Space' For Youth
Mathnasium will soon celebrate its grand opening in San Leandro.
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
San Francisco|News|
Missing Bay Area Girl, 14, Last Seen In Late July
Authorities are asking for help locating Maryeli Rivera, who was last seen July 28.
JL Trey Odom, Patch Staff
