A young man who had just turned 18 and finished high school was sentenced to nine years for the 2020 killing of Ernesto Herrera in East Oakland. The case raised questions about age, custody credits and restitution.

San José police arrested 23-year-old Benjamin Amlicke after a mother’s review of home video led investigators to allege the sexual assault of a toddler. ICAC detectives are pursuing leads and asking for tips.

San José police say 21-year-old Andrew Estrada was arrested after a probe into dozens of 'byes' graffiti tags that left hundreds of thousands in damage.

A one‑alarm working fire at Mel’s Drive‑In on Lombard forced a block closure between Fillmore and Steiner while firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze.

The Pentagon says it still needs PFAS‑treated turnout gear while cities like San Francisco quietly finish switching to PFAS‑free ensembles and testing mounts.

Antioch police arrested a 43-year-old Oakley man after a Friday night shooting near Buchanan Road left a woman injured. Authorities say ShotSpotter alerts and witness interviews led to the arrest.

A woman was found dead on the 2300 block of San Pablo Avenue near downtown Oakland; homicide detectives have taken over the investigation.

Milpitas police say a suspect was arrested after a November mailroom theft and officers recovered passports and document‑making equipment. Detectives continue to seek additional suspects.

Saratoga’s council voted 4–1 to outlaw short‑term rentals and the ads that promote them, with fines starting at $1,500. The ordinance is headed for a Feb. 4 final vote.

Emergency crews responded to fire activity at Pier 28, snarling traffic along the Embarcadero. Officials urged drivers to avoid the area and check 511 for live updates.

A statewide plan to wire 9‑1‑1 into California’s 988 lifeline has stalled, leaving crisis centers unpaid and callers facing uneven routing. Providers and advocates are pressing for faster action as demand surges.

A new investigation matched federal and state lists and found roughly 184 California truck‑driving programs that aren’t approved by the state — and some students paid thousands. Regulators and lawmakers say a $2,500 exemption creates a dangerous loophole.

Sunny, warm highs near 70 in Oakland this week. Beach Hazards Statement in effect Thu Feb 5–Sat Feb 7—expect sneaker waves and 14–19 ft surf.