Lafayette Police arrested a suspect from Southern California for identity theft of a local resident after a thorough investigation involving multiple search warrants.

Juries have handed down multimillion‑dollar awards against nursing homes tied to Shlomo Rechnitz while advocates say state licensing gaps let troubled facilities keep operating. The cases raise fresh questions about oversight and enforcement.

Livermore Police arrested two juveniles after a chase involving a stolen vehicle and subsequent collision with an apartment.

A 32‑year‑old was arrested this week after a late‑October fight on Geary Boulevard left five people injured. He faces attempted murder and other felony counts.

A Morgan Hill jury cleared Brett Bymaster of 10 felony sexual‑abuse counts, ending a criminal case that began after an April 2024 arrest and church reviews. Jurors returned unanimous not‑guilty verdicts after deliberations.

A Public Safety committee deadlocked Tuesday on a plan to expand Flock license‑plate cameras. Privacy advocates and business groups remain sharply divided.

Caltrans will repave six lanes of 19th Avenue starting Dec. 1, covering Lincoln Way to Holloway. Expect lane reductions, slower commutes and some temporarily relocated bus stops.

Brian Eduardo Siordia pleaded guilty to smuggling drugs into San Mateo County jail and making unauthorized visits despite being a parolee. He was caught and faces probation and jail time.

A federal judge has allowed California and a dozen other states to intervene in the DOJ’s review of the HPE–Juniper settlement, a move AG Rob Bonta called a win for transparency.

A Daly City mother was sentenced to three years after pleading no contest to accessory to murder for helping hide her son after the Sept. 29 killing of a gym custodian.

Owner Ellen Thomsen says the Tilden steam train may be removed if the Park District doesn't sign a long-term lease to fund repairs and succession planning.

San Mateo County approved a $4.44M purchase of 493 Eastmoor Ave. to lock in a 72‑unit deeply affordable development targeted to people served by county programs. The land buy is intended to boost the project's chances for tax credits and fast-track construction.

A 12-seat kappo counter from Omakase Restaurant Group is coming to Stanford Shopping Center, offering a nine-course Japanese–Californian tasting menu.