West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes were found in parts of San José and Milpitas, leading to scheduled mosquito control treatments by Santa Clara County health officials.

Curtis Lee Ervin's 1991 death penalty conviction was overturned due to a violation involving the exclusion of African American jurors in the selection process.

An elderly woman died after a hit-and-run in St. Helena; a man faces felony charges. Police used cameras to identify the vehicle and arrest the suspect.

A fire on California State Route 85 was extinguished by firefighters before it could damage nearby homes, with no injuries reported. The cause is under investigation.

The NWS Bay Area forecasts a gradual cooling in the Bay Area with seasonal temperatures returning by the weekend and cool weather continuing into next week.

Bimbo Bakeries USA was fined $162,000 for air quality violations at its South San Francisco facility, not performing emissions tests, and exceeding carbon monoxide limits.

Fairfield Police resolved a standoff with a man on a signal tower, aided by the Fire Department. The man, Christopher Hood, threw rocks but surrendered peacefully after negotiations and was arrested.

The Oakland Police Officer's Association demanded Mayor Sheng Thao's resignation, citing increased danger in the city, while Thao defended her record, citing a decrease in crime.

A missing at-risk woman named Wendy was found safe in Palo Alto and reunited with her family after a city-wide search. The Palo Alto Police thanked the public for their assistance.

A family home at 3740 Alta Vista Ave, Santa Rosa, was heavily damaged by a fire, with an estimated $400,000 in repairs needed. Firefighters controlled the blaze in 45 minutes, and the cause is under investigation.

The "Music House," designed by architect Beverley Thorne, is listed for $1.6 million in Kensington, CA, featuring a distinctive triangle design and integration with nature.

Alameda County Sheriff's Office found 91-year-old Richard Kremer who was missing since July 19; details of his condition and discovery were not disclosed.

The Antioch Police Department has classified a January 7th incident, which led to a 39-year-old man's death, as a homicide after a coroner's report on July 30th. They are investigating and seeking witnesses.