Three women face narcotics charges involving a minor in San Francisco's Tenderloin. They pleaded not guilty and are held without bail pending further court dates.

Search for missing hiker Elaine McKinley with dementia enters Limited Continuous Search phase; public urged to report sightings as extensive multi-county efforts continue.

A man in a wheelchair, Elmo Ballard Jr., was killed in a hit-and-run in Oakland. Witnesses described the tragic scene and authorities are seeking the unidentified driver.

A manhunt is ongoing for Oakland rapper Michai Adams, accused of murder in a September 2024 shootout that killed Lamar Payne. Suspects Keyante Reed was released on bail, while Tamarkus Killensworth is detained.

The San Francisco Sheriff's wry declaration of support for reopening Alcatraz as a SuperMax prison is a clever satire aimed at President Trump's contentious proposal, drawing attention to the logistical and political challenges of such a plan.

Two people were shot at Pierre Pierre restaurant in downtown Oakland, causing injury and community distress. An unrelated arrest was made nearby. A GoFundMe page has been set up to support the restaurant's recovery and relocation.

City of Oakland funds West Oakland projects with $2.4M grant aiming for economic development and empowerment, including job training and environmental initiatives.

A juvenile was arrested after a police chase in Vallejo involving a stolen car from an armed carjacking in Oakland. The pursuit ended with no injuries and the suspect was detained.

Over 150 rescue personnel search for 79-year-old Elaine McKinley with dementia in Windy Hill Open Space Preserve, using advanced technology including drones.

A Jeep Wrangler EV caught fire while charging in Mountain View, affecting three other cars and causing $275,000 in damages, linked to its lithium-ion battery.

A man was found dead from a gunshot in San Francisco's Mission District; police are investigating. No arrests have been made, and community tips are sought.

Petaluma man Daniel Beadle sentenced to maximum of 4 years and 8 months for domestic violence and false imprisonment.

Bay Area residents are advised to prepare for strong northwest winds of 20-30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph over the weekend, and a Beach Hazards Statement through Monday.