The DOJ is investigating the University of California's hiring practices for potential discrimination based on race and sex, as part of compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Livermore Police arrested 34-year-old Gilmar Portilla-Amaya for a series of small fires; investigations linked him to additional arsons, leading to three counts of arson.

A man in his fifties died in a single-vehicle crash in Palo Alto involving a pickup hitting a tree. An investigation is underway to determine the cause.

Richard Smith received a 52-month prison sentence for attempting to meet a purported 14-year-old girl for sexual activity. The sting operation by San Mateo Police led to his arrest.

The search for missing 21-year-old Heaven McGee continues, with Oakland PD and the FBI soliciting public help and offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to her whereabouts.

Belmont Police warn about a man posing as a PG&E worker trying to access homes; no entries reported, and residents are advised to verify the identity of service workers.

A multi-agency rescue operation saved four youths on paddle boards from perilous waters off Doran Park, involving a helicopter and fire boat after they were trapped by high winds and rough seas.

SFPD offers a $225,000 reward for information on a 2012 double homicide involving Chastity Dollison and her father, Allen Vance, who were fatally shot in their car.

A fatal stabbing in San José resulted in the city's 12th homicide of the year; two male victims were found, one deceased, and suspect Buu Trinh was arrested. The SJPD is investigating the motive.

A Vallejo man, Antonio Sandoval, faces charges for sexual offenses involving a minor, with the Napa County Sheriff's Office urging public assistance in the investigation.

CHP arrested an impaired semi-truck driver on I-880 after reports of erratic driving led to a DUI investigation and prevention of potential accidents.

Ex-Antioch officer Morteza Amiri was sentenced to seven years for civil rights violations, record falsification, and wire fraud, including excess force and a pay-raise fraud scheme.

San José Police Department arrested multiple suspects following a series of violent crimes, including burglaries and vehicle thefts, perpetrated by a juvenile group.