Napa Hoops Coach Booted Over 'Scarlet Letter' Slaps District With Lawsuit
Ben Gongora has sued Napa Valley Unified after his dismissal over a disputed 2025 game, asking to clear his name and be reinstated. The petition seeks removal of 'assault' references from his personnel file.
Petaluma Teen’s Truckee River Dip Turns Deadly in Ice-Cold Rush
A 19-year-old Petaluma man died after entering the frigid Truckee River near Floriston; search crews later recovered his body. Authorities warn of cold-water danger during snowmelt.
San Ramon Rolex Raider Gets Two Years In $1.1 Million Jewelry Heist
A San Ramon man was sentenced to two years in federal prison for his role in the $1.1M Heller Jewelers smash‑and‑grab; investigators used a GPS‑tagged Rolex and phone records.
Gilroy Caregiver Busted After Disabled Man Found Dead In San Jose Home
San José police arrested a 69-year-old Gilroy resident and charged her with felony abuse after a 41-year-old dependent adult was found dead at a Mastic Street home. The county medical examiner later ruled the death a homicide due to neglect.
Solo Flight Ends In Tragedy As Plane Crashes In Tahoe Wilderness Near Alpine Meadows
A pilot was killed when a Beechcraft A36 Bonanza crashed Sunday in the Granite Chief Wilderness near Alpine Meadows. Rescue teams reached the remote wreckage after an aerial search and an Apple crash alert narrowed the area.












