Ghost Students Haunt California Campuses As Aid Scammers Cash In
Fraud rings are using stolen identities and AI to enroll "ghost students," siphoning federal aid and filling classes; new federal ID checks and vendor tools aim to stop it.
Pre‑Dawn Inferno on West Lane Leaves Angwin Hillside Home in Ruins
A two‑story West Lane home in Angwin was nearly destroyed in an early‑morning blaze; Cal Fire says the cause is under investigation and no injuries were reported.
El Cerrito Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Suspect in Lexington Avenue Burglary
El Cerrito police seek public help after an early Sunday residential burglary on Lexington Avenue. The suspect fled after a break-in attempt, described as an African American male, aged 35-45. Authorities urge those with information to contact them.
SFPD Officer Injured as Suspect Flees During Arrest in Oakland, Suspects Apprehended Following Pursuit
An SFPD officer was injured after being struck by a suspect's vehicle in Oakland during an attempted arrest by the CVRT. The suspect was later apprehended.
Renewed Appeal for Information on 1991 Cold Case of Vicenta Turcios Sanchez-Orellana from Oakland
The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is seeking information on the 1991 cold case of Vicenta Turcios Sanchez-Orellana, whose charred remains were found by hikers and recently identified through DNA.
Suspect Arrested and Charged in Mission District Homicide as San Francisco Police Seek Further Information
San Francisco Police arrested Evan Perez Villanueva for a homicide in the Mission District, securing a shotgun from his vehicle during the arrest. The investigation continues with the SFPD seeking more information.
San Jose Cops Bust 20-Year-Old Tied To 1,700 Glock Switches
San José police arrested a 20‑year‑old accused of making and distributing roughly 1,700 machine‑gun conversion devices; searches recovered firearms and manufacturing materials.












