A San Jose kitten cafe was burglarized over the weekend, leaving volunteers heartbroken as they tally repairs and ask for community support.

Convicted killer Nima Momeni has filed a $17M complaint from jail alleging defamation and civil‑rights violations; the suit names The Standard, the LA Times, the New York Post and a photographer.

Christina Whisman pleaded guilty to multiple counts, including giving a minor cocaine and forcible lewd acts. She faces up to 36 years and is due to be sentenced Jan. 8, 2026.

San Francisco DA Brooke Jenkins announced the conviction of Letumu Eneliko for battery after a jury trial in response to concerns over street violence.

California wildlife officers arrested an individual with 15 poached abalone at Ocean Cove, highlighting efforts to combat poaching and protect abalone populations, amid a state ban on harvesting these species.

Martin Mendoza appeared in court for Marissa DiNapoli's murder, with the defense seeking more time to review evidence. The case is marked by intense emotions and community support.

An AC Transit bus drove into a storefront near 68th and Foothill in East Oakland; four people were hospitalized and a structural engineer was called in to inspect the building.

A student was shot in the leg at Burton High School in San Francisco; officials say the victim is stable and a suspect is detained. Investigators are reviewing footage.

Healdsburg police arrested a registered sex offender after phones allegedly showed sexually explicit conversations with teens; police say devices are under forensic review.

A kitchen accident caused a fire in San Rafael, displacing five people but causing no injuries. Firefighters contained the blaze within the kitchen area.

Healdsburg Police arrested a sex offender on probation after finding child exploitation evidence and alcohol possession, leading to additional charges.

Former Antioch police officer Devon Wenger has been sentenced to 7.5 years in prison for civil rights conspiracy, distributing steroids, and obstruction of justice.

A 17-year-old faces attempted murder and other charges for a shooting at Valley Fair Mall on Black Friday, which injured three. The DA seeks to try the juvenile as an adult.