The California State Auditor found Alameda County DCFS failing to protect at-risk children, with delayed abuse investigation responses, prompting calls for urgent reforms by officials and NASW-CA.

San Leandro Police seek help finding Janilah Legrand, a missing 14-year-old girl last seen near Hayward High School.

Evan Brandt was arrested for vehicle tampering, resisting arrest, and possessing drug paraphernalia at Lexus of Serramonte, which he allegedly entered at night.

British journalist Sami Hamdi was detained by ICE at SFO before a CAIR event, with CAIR condemning the action as an attack on free speech and McLaughlin labeling Hamdi a security threat.

Fairfield police used a drone and set up a perimeter to arrest a suspected car burglar identified as 23-year-old Joseph Nunez, after a vigilant resident reported him.

The building that's housed San Francisco's most beloved cash-only seafood counter since 1912 just changed hands for nearly $8 million. The sale comes during a turbulent year that saw the legendary spot weathering political firestorms and review-bombing campaigns.

Pinole Police seek help finding missing 14-year-old Nash Yerian, last seen on October 24 near Orleans Drive. He's 4'11", 90 lbs, with blonde hair and blue eyes. Call dispatch at 510-724-1111 with info.

Two suspects have been charged in connection with a Walnut Creek residential burglary. The Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office filed 459 PC charges against Jeremy Arellano of Concord and Rae Mones of Oakland for a September 25 incident near Citrus Avenue and Perada Drive, according to Walnut Creek Police.

San Francisco settled with online tobacco retailers for nearly $3 million due to illegal sales of flavored nicotine products, enforcing strict health laws and protocols to prevent future violations.

The Fairfield Police Department arrested a man who broke into a car dealership, then later baited an officer with a stolen truck, leading to a low-speed chase and his arrest.

A late-night fire in Danville's Prospect Lane shopping center caused extensive damage to businesses, but no injuries were reported. Authorities are investigating the cause.

El Cerrito Police arrested four individuals for stealing Halloween decorations, mostly skeletons. Citizens made the initial arrests before police intervention. Recovered items are being returned to owners.

Nicole Malouf was assaulted in Daly City; suspect Marc Buada was arrested and faces felony charges. Malouf sustained serious injuries; a GoFundMe was set up to cover her medical costs.