San Mateo County's community colleges will receive another 5,000 free Way2Go transit passes from SamTrans, supported by a partnership with C/CAG and SMCCCD, to assist financially needy students.

Burglars accidentally exposed an illegal marijuana grow house in Milpitas while attempting to rob a different building, leading to multiple arrests and drug charges.

Crown Hill Materials in Vallejo received a Notice of Violation and a cease-and-desist for operating an unpermitted concrete batch plant, amidst community and air quality concerns.

The Transgender District in San Francisco has launched the Riot Fund to raise $100,000 over three years due to significant federal and local funding cuts. Programs are on hold and the annual Riot Party will support the fund.

Chancellor Tammeil Gilkerson proposes merging Laney College and Merritt College into Oakland City College to enhance financial stability and resource allocation.

Mayor Matt Mahan has launched 'Operation Clean-Up Columbus' to dismantle a large homeless encampment in Columbus Park, San Jose, amid concerns voiced by LGBTQ+ residents about the lack of suitable shelter options and their safety.

Colma police arrested 49-year-old Christopher Martinez during a lot check at a local Target, after finding he had multiple active warrants. He now faces additional charges for possessing an illegal weapon.

Deputies found animals in poor conditions in San Jose, leading to a rescue and an animal welfare investigation. A mother dog and puppies were saved and placed in foster care, while Animal Services conducts a criminal probe into potential cruelty.

Berkeley Police seek public assistance to find missing 11-year-old Chloe Sutton, last seen Saturday on Burnett Street, wearing a black tank top, gray Raiders sweatpants, and blue Yeezy shoes.

Victor Serriteno was sentenced to 73 years to life for murdering Priscilla Castro and starting the Markley Fire, which killed two others, in a bid to cover up the crime.

A second crow tested positive for West Nile virus in Walnut Creek, with increased mosquito breeding and WNV risk due to hot weather. Residents are urged to eliminate standing water and use repellent.

A 14-year-old girl from Novato died after a hit-and-run, and the suspect, Cristofer Larreinaga Corea, was arraigned on serious charges. The police urge witnesses to come forward.

San José Police disclosed the identity of a suspect, Jerry Cao, for the city's 18th homicide of 2025 after an investigation into a violent death on Danze Drive.