San Francisco's Department of Elections is sending out over 300,000 notices to promote voter registration and participation for the upcoming November general election.

San Rafael police responded to retail fraud, arresting three individuals. They found drug paraphernalia and an illegally possessed loaded handgun in the suspects' vehicle. The suspects face multiple charges.

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan supports Proposition 36 to balance treatment with accountability in handling nonviolent drug and theft crimes, countering issues related to Proposition 47.

A San Jose Police Department officer faces charges of felony domestic violence and weapon discharge, accused of assaulting his pregnant girlfriend and other violent acts over a year.

Three former corrections officers pleaded guilty to a 2015 fatal inmate beating, facing up to 11 years in prison. Their second-degree murder convictions were overturned due to a change in state law.

Omeed Sean Adibi is sentenced to 16 years for vehicular assault and hit-and-run, injuring four teens in San Mateo County.

Alameda County opens its first new high school in 50 years, Emerald High, with modern facilities, anticipating future expansions and a focus on wellness.

Pinole Police Department is searching for 84-year-old Ronald Linstad, who has memory loss and mobility issues, last seen wearing a green shirt and blue jeans, driving a blue 1990 Dodge Van.

Brentwood Police reported a kidnapping incident involving a male suspect and an injured female victim, leading to the suspect's arrest by Pittsburg PD.

An Oakland science teacher and his friend encountered a 14-foot great white shark while kayaking in Half Moon Bay. The peaceful encounter was captured on video and widely shared on social media.

San Jose man, Joon Woo Kim, receives 33-month prison sentence for defrauding investors of $4.7 million through fraudulent schemes involving an EV investment fund and business loans.

The last Denny's in San Francisco closed due to high costs and safety issues, reflecting broader city challenges such as declining conventions and drug problems.

An Oakland woman was arrested for DUI by Colma Police after exhibiting erratic driving behavior. The incident was detailed in a Facebook post by the department.