Rockridge's Week: Police Log, Dan Kalb on Crime, Highway 13 Grass Fire, Bike Lane Plans

These were among the most-read stories by Rockridge Patch viewers this past week:

Rockridge Crime Log: Burglary on Alcatraz, Robbery on Manila, Bikes Stolen from Hillcrest School

Oakland Police Department incident reports for April 15-21 also included two vehicle thefts and multiple cases of vandalism.

One Person Fatally Shot, Two Wounded Near Children's Hospital

The triple shooting occurred near where Donitra Henderson was shot and killed Wednesday evening.

Councilman Kalb Addresses Crime Problem

In the wake of recent crime in Rockridge and surrounding areas, Oakland District 1 City Councilman Dan Kalb said he hopes to increase the police force, and he issued a special call for more trained civilian crime investigators.

2-Acre Grass Fire Contained Near Highway 13

The two-alarm fire was reported at 4:28 p.m. near the Broadway Terrace exit on state Highway 13.

Bicycling Improvements Planned for Rockridge Streets

Oakland, which ranks high nationally in both bicycling safety and the number of biking commuters, is hindered by inadequate funds for making streets more bike-friendly but nevertheless has some improvements in the works.

Kalb Talks About Residents' Part in Anti-Crime Efforts

In this video, the second of our two segments with Oakland District 1 City Councilman Dan Kalb on crime in Oakland, he discusses ways that residents can help address the issue and protect themselves.

And the week's most popular blog: Cinnamongirl Inc. Advocates for Education Through Film Screening of "Girl Rising" by Renee Richard.

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