UPDATE: Outcry in Brentwood as Elderly Woman Dies After Police Encounter, Family Alleges Use of Excessive Force
The death of 72-year-old Yolanda Ramirez following police interaction in Brentwood is under investigation, with allegations of police misconduct and negligence. An independent inquiry and a potential lawsuit are underway.
Berkeley Police Seek Public's Help in Locating At-Risk Missing Man Last Seen Near Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley Police are looking for 57-year-old Bashir Latify, at risk due to his physical and mental condition. He was last seen near Carleton St. and Shattuck Ave. wearing a navy-blue jacket and blue sweatpants, possibly heading to Hayward.
San Mateo Police Arrest Duo Suspected of $10,000 Cigar Lighter Heist on S. El Camino Real
Two individuals were arrested for stealing specialty cigar lighters worth $10,000 from a San Mateo business after one distracted an employee while the other stole the items. They face burglary and conspiracy charges.
Brentwood Police Department Faces Allegations of Misconduct After Death of Elderly Resident Yolanda Ramirez
The Brentwood Police face allegations of misconduct after Yolanda Ramirez, 72, died following her arrest. Her family claims mistreatment by the police led to her death and has filed a wrongful death claim.
Hit-and-Run Tesla Crash Leads to Power Outage for Thousands in Santa Rosa, Suspected DUI Driver Arrested
A car crash involving a Tesla in Santa Rosa caused a major power outage and the driver, Anthony Turnbull, was arrested for DUI after fleeing the scene.
San Francisco Woman Charged with Attempted Murder Following Stabbing Incident in Petaluma
A man was stabbed in the neck in Petaluma, leading to the arrest of Catherine Vasquez for domestic violence, assault with a deadly weapon, and attempted murder.
Former San Jose Apartment Manager Arrested, Accused of Identity Theft and Drug Possession
A former San Jose apartment manager, Mariam Ahmadi, has been arrested for identity theft and drug possession. Evidence at her home suggested exploitation of tenant information for fraudulent credit cards.
Vallejo Police Rescue High-Risk Juvenile, Arrest Fresno Man for Human Trafficking-related Crimes
Vallejo police rescued a high-risk juvenile and arrested Justen Allen Powell for human trafficking at a hotel. The victim was missing from Riverside and Powell faces multiple felony charges.
19-Year-Old Arrested and Charged With Sexual Assault of Child in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park
Dominick Valle-Buitrago was arrested for sexually assaulting a child in Golden Gate Park, facing multiple felonies, amid increased local security measures.
Santa Rosa Man, 78, Sentenced to Three Years for Ninth DUI Conviction
Alberto Salgado-Gonzalez, 78, from Santa Rosa, was sentenced to three years for his latest DUI, marking his ninth conviction. The Sonoma County DA's office seeks to address such repeat offenses firmly.












