Portland Fire & Rescue says crews are on scene at the Holiday Inn on Hayden Island after smoke was reported from the roof. No injuries were reported in the initial alert.

A man charged in last summer’s downtown protests was pictured leaving court as prosecutors highlight that the fireworks seized were powerful, even “lethal.”

Noel Daniel Simonca was sentenced to 14 years for attempting to entice an 11-year-old in an FBI undercover sting, the U.S. Attorney’s Office says.

A Glendale man was arrested Tuesday and charged with first-degree murder in the 1987 stabbing death of NAU student Ina Claire Langstaff after DNA evidence linked him to the case.

Madera County detectives say an Oakhurst host secretly filmed guests at a Yosemite‑area vacation rental; investigators found thousands of illicit files and are asking past guests to come forward.

Supervisors ordered a 90‑day, countywide plan to harden infrastructure and speed enforcement after years of copper theft that have left streets dark and cost millions.

A man injured aboard a Muni vehicle was taken to hospital and later died, SFMTA said. The agency says it is cooperating with SFPD as investigators probe the case.

Charles MacDonald Porter was stopped on I-5 near Woodburn after a driver reported indecent conduct; court papers connect him to earlier Seattle-area freeway cases.

A small-plane crash near Seattle killed the pilot; KIRO 7 published video and says authorities have identified the pilot as investigators collect footage and evidence.

Livermore police say scammers posing as banks or officers have targeted seniors, with reported losses up to $25,000. Officers are hosting a free Scam Awareness talk on April 15.

PF&R crews responded Tuesday to reports of a homeless camp on fire on eastbound Sunset Highway near the SW Market Street exit. Officials posted an initial update as crews worked on scene.

Family and the LASD are asking for help locating 37-year-old Rawan Louis Rayyan, last seen Jan. 24 in La Mirada. She has a mental health disorder and may be in Venice Beach, Santa Monica or Covina.

Denver police asked for help after a downtown robbery and a deadly I‑70 hit‑and‑run. Metro Denver Crime Stoppers is offering up to $2,000 for tips.