Berkeley police arrested a 63-year-old man from Alameda for DUI and the additional charge of carrying a concealed weapon after finding him asleep at the wheel with an open alcohol bottle and discovering a handgun in his vehicle.

The CHP has recovered over 2,000 stolen vehicles in Oakland since February, with 22 arrests and 36 impounds after a sideshow crackdown as part of Governor Newsom's public safety surge.

A fire in a Mountain View apartment complex's laundry room triggered an evacuation. The blaze, caused by an overheated dryer, was contained by sprinklers and resulted in no injuries, with damages estimated at $40,000.

San José Police are investigating a homicide where a man was fatally shot during a robbery on Saratoga Avenue, marking the 25th city homicide in 2024. Four suspects are arrested.

Paul Joseph confirmed as San Jose's permanent Police Chief, after serving in an acting capacity, committed to improving the department and community relations.

San Francisco passes a measure requiring public hearings before legacy businesses can be replaced, aiming to protect them against aggressive redevelopment.

Firefighters in Santa Clara County contained a vegetation fire in Los Gatos, preventing injuries or structural damage, with support from Cal Fire SCU.

San Francisco won a $1 million judgment against Personnel Concepts for misleading marketing that impersonated government to small businesses, promising restitution and marketing practice changes.

Walmart is fined $7.5 million for illegally disposing of hazardous waste in California, with the settlement demanding audits to ensure future compliance with state laws.

California State Parks and CAL FIRE plan prescribed burns at Salt Point State Park, affecting 261 acres to reduce wildfire risks and improve ecosystem health.

Carlos Harris faces delayed release from Santa Clara County Jail due to CDCR clearances, despite a judge's order for early release. Family and NAACP demand action as bureaucratic obstacles persist.

The CHP Oakland conducted a "surge" operation, resulting in 22 arrests, 16 recovered stolen vehicles, and the seizure of firearms in efforts to improve East Bay public safety.

Dr. Maria Su becomes the interim superintendent of SFUSD following Dr. Matt Wayne's resignation, focusing on restoring trust and avoiding state intervention due to financial strains.