San Jose police investigate the city's 33rd homicide after a fatal early morning shooting on December 17, 2023. Two male victims were found; one later died. The Homicide Unit seeks public assistance.

A former LinkedIn employee, Kent Laird, has pleaded guilty to mail fraud charges, admitting to defrauding the company of nearly $700,000 through fake contractor invoices.

The article discusses upcoming weather conditions in the Bay Area, including expected rain, the possibility of thunderstorms, flooding concerns, and the impacts on driving, aviation, and maritime activities.

Tiger's Taproom in Oakland temporarily closed due to an electrical fire causing smoke damage, discovered before a holiday event. Cleanup and repairs are underway, with community support showing strong.

San José Police arrested John Mahoni on fraud, weapons, and identity theft charges after a probe into a scheme that swindled nearly $1 million. They found firearms, ammunition, and fraudulent financial documents at his residence.

The Oakland Police are searching for Bettye Williams, 78, with dementia, last seen on Dec 2 in black dress near 101st Avenue. She is at risk; public help is sought.

The Bay Area is experiencing heavy rain, leading to Flood Advisories from the National Weather Service. Urban and small stream flooding are expected to continue throughout the morning.

San Ramon anticipates traffic delays during Friday's geotechnical borings on Highland Road for erosion repair, advising drivers to consider alternate routes.

Newark Police arrested three individuals at a DUI checkpoint, two for DUI and one for drug possession, while issuing 21 citations for license violations. The checkpoint was part of a public safety effort funded by traffic safety grants.

Two drivers were arrested at a Novato DUI checkpoint, which checked 378 drivers, for DUI and drug possession, with 15 additional citations for license violations.

Belmont Police are investigating a hit-and-run that critically injured a 64-year-old man. They seek a dark Toyota Tacoma with front-end damage and urge witnesses with any information to contact them.

A car crash on I-780 East led to a fire, where two people were injured, and a good Samaritan rescued a driver before responders contained the situation.

Santa Clara County aims to have a zero-emission vehicle fleet by 2030, focusing on electrification and sustainable practices to reduce its environmental impact.