An inmate died in custody at the West County Detention Facility, sparking an investigation by local authorities to determine the circumstances of his demise.

Percussionist Haruka Fujii launched Nippon Kobo in the Bay Area to showcase contemporary Japanese arts, starting with a festival featuring performances, chats, and Japanese craft beers.

Poetry In Parks series ends with a finale at China Camp State Park on September 14th, featuring live performances, readings, and a literary mixtape for attendees.

The San Mateo Police Department warns residents about a sophisticated email scam that uses personal details and photos of homes, urging deletion without engagement to prevent potential harm.

Two exotic birds, Tofu and Plato, were stolen from Feathered Follies pet shop in Concord. The owner suspects they were taken for resale due to their value.

San Francisco DA charges Anthony Carl Sheldone with multiple felonies, including attempted murder, after a series of unprovoked violent attacks on September 1, 2024.

Officers from the San Bruno Police Department arrested three juveniles after a high-speed chase involving multiple law enforcement agencies following an attempted vehicle burglary.

Rescue teams saved two hikers facing medical emergencies in Sunol Wilderness, employing a helicopter for rapid evacuation to nearby medical facilities.

San Francisco DA Brooke Jenkins partners with San Quentin inmates to develop crime prevention strategies, focusing on reform and helping communities affected by crime.

The Alameda County Superior Court has instituted mandatory furloughs to address a $4.3 million budget cut, with staff taking unpaid leave one day a month to avoid layoffs.

SamTrans experienced a significant reduction in bus services due to a sick-out by 30% of its drivers, affecting commuters in San Mateo County, although school and paratransit services remain unaffected.

Hayward police arrested Shawn Moayer for Matthew Beck's murder and his father, Houman Moayer, for being an accessory, following a homicide on Santa Clara Street.

Tracy Robert Blackwell was found guilty of a hate crime-related felony assault with a deadly weapon during a road rage incident in Oakland, facing up to 7 years in prison.