Among the three people shot and killed overnight in Oakland Saturday and Sunday was Najon Jackson, a 16-year-old boy whose brother had just been murdered in November, police said.  

The Muslim holiday Ramadan begins Monday. This means 29 days of fasting, praying, soul-cleansing -- and abstention.Ramadan teaches patience, humility and spirituality.  

One victim shot in the foot walks to DUI checkpoint to get assistance.  

Mark Smith leads new civilian monitoring of BART police  

First Tee program gets much needed aid: Thanks to a generous donation on behalf of NFL Hall of Fame member Jerry Rice and Oakland's Sequoyah Country Club, 100 Oakland students were able to participate in The First Tee of Oakland after-school program.