Steven Ernest Downing was arrested in San Francisco for assault and other charges after a physical altercation. Victims declined medical treatment; additional threats led to more charges.

El Cerrito Police arrested four individuals for stealing Halloween decorations, mostly skeletons. Citizens made the initial arrests before police intervention. Recovered items are being returned to owners.

San Jose Police responded to a disturbance, detaining a naked, erratic man who later died in the hospital. A joint investigation into the in-custody death is underway.

San Francisco Police arrested 68-year-old Stephen Smith for robbery using RTIC technology, after he stole cash and a cell phone from a Mission Street business.

Restaurant owner Azmi Murait was attacked with a knife at Shawarma Azmi in San Francisco after confronting a woman over suspected drug activity. He defended himself with kitchen equipment until police arrested the assailant.

Bill Gene Hobbs, a convicted serial harasser in San Francisco, was arrested for a suspected parole violation after his release from prison. His presence raised community concern.

A 17-year-old led Healdsburg Police on a high-speed chase on Highway 101, which was terminated for safety. The suspect was later caught and charged with Reckless Evasion.

Concord Police quickly arrested four juveniles for theft at a mall, recovering $3,400 in goods, with Pleasant Hill PD's assistance. They're exploring links to other recent thefts.

CHP issued a Silver Alert for missing 68-year-old Sandra Payton in San Jose; she's 5'6", 120 lbs, with brown hair and eyes. She was last seen wearing a black jacket and gray clothing.

San Bruno Police reported progress in a 1981 cold case involving an infant found dead at Buckeye Park, with help from genetic genealogy identifying the family. They seek public tips and offer anonymous reporting channels.

A candle caused a fire in a Cupertino apartment during Diwali celebrations, displacing about 12 people and injuring one. Firefighters quickly contained the blaze to one unit.

San Francisco Police arrested a suspect in a non-fatal stabbing case in the Mission District, aided by witnesses' descriptions. Silas Patino, 68, was apprehended nearby with a weapon.

Man, 66, gets six years for a peaceful yet unusual bank robbery in Redwood City, awaiting arrest post-robbery.