San Francisco police arrested habitual shoplifter Marcel Criner under new theft laws, with a range of charges reflecting his repeat offenses and the city's strategy to tackle retail crime.

A male juvenile was arrested by Oakland Police for an armed robbery and shooting on Cortereal Avenue; a victim is in critical condition. Police seized multiple firearms and seek more information.

The Sonoma Sheriff, with multiple agencies and volunteers, found 87-year-old Chris Christensen, who has dementia and Parkinson’s, alive in thick vegetation near his home.

A traffic stop in Brentwood led to a DUI and illegal firearm possession arrest of Christian Mathews, highlighting the dangers of impaired driving and the need for vigilant policing.

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office is searching for Chris Christensen, an 87-year-old with dementia and Parkinson's, who wandered from his home near Graton.

The Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival in San Francisco's Japantown features cultural performances, local artisans, and a parade, occurring over two weekends in April 2025.

An arrest has been made in connection to a burglary at Crush Comics, where LEGO sets and comic books were stolen. Noorullah Amiri, caught through surveillance, was arrested and stolen goods were found at his home.

Chaos occurred during a robbery in a Lafayette store, with suspects using pepper spray and a hammer to steal goods. The police seek information on the unresolved crime.

The California Highway Patrol issued a Silver Alert for 64-year-old Somphan Samreuang, missing since March 28, 2025, from San Leandro. He is described as a male with gray hair and brown eyes. The public is urged to call 911 with any information.

A deputy's attempt to stop a reckless driver in San Rafael ended in a fatal crash after a high-speed chase, with the driver dying upon impact with a tree.

Block, led by CEO Jack Dorsey, is cutting around 8% of its workforce, or 931 jobs, in efforts to reorganize and streamline operations, focusing on performance improvements rather than financial motives.

The Fremont community is relieved as 14-year-old Lilybeth "Lily" Ayala, previously missing and considered at-risk, was safely located, with thanks extended to the public for their assistance.

A retired BART car will become a vacation rental called the "Sierra Train House" in Jamestown, starting in 2026, offering a unique lodging experience near historical railroads and Yosemite National Park.