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In the News
12 articlesRecent coverage of Alameda from local and regional media.
Alameda County study shows $30 minimum wage measure would add $33 million to budget
Alameda County study shows $30 minimum wage measure would add $33 million to budget
🌱 Patch AM: ICE Used 'Brutal' Force In Recent East Bay Arrests, Alameda County Immigration Group Says
Hi there, Alameda! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️ In today's newsletter:Alameda County group decries ICE force in recent East Bay arrestsHow could Alameda's new zoning plan revi...
Oct 21, 2026🌱 Patch AM: Alameda Police Tout Controversial License Plate Readers In Carjacking Suspect Arrest
Morning Alameda! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️ In today's newsletter:Alameda carjacking arrest spotlights growing debate over license plate readersHow APD's n...
Oct 20, 2026ICE Used 'Brutal' Force In Recent East Bay Arrests, Alameda County Immigration Group Says
Skip to main contentPiedmont, CARockridge, CASan Leandro, CABerkeley, CASan Francisco, CAAlbany, CALamorinda, CAEl Cerrito, CACastro Valley, CASouth San Francisco, CACaliforniaTop National NewsSee All Communiti...
Oct 20, 2026Alameda Police Tout Controversial License Plate Readers In Carjacking Suspect Arrest
Skip to main contentPiedmont, CARockridge, CASan Leandro, CABerkeley, CASan Francisco, CAAlbany, CALamorinda, CAEl Cerrito, CACastro Valley, CASouth San Francisco, CACaliforniaTop National NewsSee All Communiti...
Oct 19, 2026🌱 Patch AM: What could a drone cargo startup mean for Alameda Point’s future?
Good morning Alameda! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️ In today's newsletter:What could a drone cargo startup mean for Alameda Point's future?What did...
Oct 18, 2026🌱 Patch AM: How Alameda Municipal Power plans to shape your electricity through 2027
Good morning Alameda! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️ 🎃 Hosting a Halloween event in Alameda? Let Patc...
Oct 17, 2026🌱 Patch AM: How Kiwanis’ new “Garden of Hope” could impact Alameda this year
Coffee in hand, Alameda? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️ In today's newsletter:How Kiwanis' new "Garden of Hope" could impact Alameda this yearWhich Alameda bus ro...
Oct 16, 2026🌱 Patch AM: What big changes could Alameda City Council approve on October 20?
Hi Alameda! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️ In today's newsletter:What big changes could Alameda City Council approve on October 20?How Ferns...
Oct 15, 2026Alameda briefs: City celebrates guaranteed income pilot programs’ results
The data suggested that guaranteed-income recipients saw meaningful improvements in financial stability, improved mental well-being and more flexible working arrangements, with no negative effect on employment.
Oct 14, 2026🌱 Patch AM: How vulnerable are Alameda’s shoreline and ferry terminal to king-tide floods?
Hello Alameda! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️ In today's newsletter:How vulnerable are Alameda's shoreline and ferry terminal to king-tide floods?What a new state law ...
Oct 12, 2026🌱 Patch AM: What Alameda Council’s new moves mean for immigrants, incomes, and jobs
Hi Alameda! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️ In today's newsletter:What Alameda Council's new moves mean for immigrants, incomes, and jobsCoul...
Oct 10, 2026