California CEO Robert Hienekamp pleaded guilty to failing to pay over $800,000 in employment taxes for his firm, facing potential jail time and penalties.

The Fremont police reported a series of crimes including arson threats, high-speed chases, road rage incidents, and a robbery related to an online meeting for the week of Dec 5-11.

The Vacaville Police Department has arrested four individuals, including two juveniles, for an October shooting that injured a man, now facing charges including conspiracy to commit murder.

The Oakland Police are searching for James Broussard, a missing 64-year-old man with Alzheimer’s, last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt, gray pants, and black shoes.

Oakland and American Canyon police arrested two suspects after a car chase involving a stolen truck that ended in Oakland. A gun was recovered, and the investigation is ongoing.

Firefighters in Contra Costa County responded to a vehicle fire that spread to nearby vegetation, threatening homes. The fire covered 19.8 acres and was contained without damage to structures.

Concord Police released a photo of a man sought for October sexual assault and urge public help to identify him. The incident occurred in a pedestrian tunnel. Detective David Boucher leads the investigation, with public tips welcomed via phone lines.

Alameda has settled for $11.35 million with Mario Gonzalez's family after his death in police custody. No admission of fault was made as part of the settlement.

Police search for at-risk missing person Ken Coleman from a San Leandro convalescent home, who was last seen wearing a military-style jacket and slippers.

Fremont Police responded to a non-life-threatening medical emergency at American High School, leading to a brief lockdown; no ongoing threats reported.

A menorah at Lake Merritt vandalized and thrown into the lake, with nearby antisemitic graffiti, leading the Oakland Police to investigate it as a hate crime. Community leaders and groups express outrage and solidarity.

The Richmond Police Department's report details a crime wave with vehicle thefts, armed robberies, and high-speed pursuits, alongside community engagement efforts.

Chunliam Nai Saechao from Pleasant Hill faces nine felony charges, including attempted murder of police, after a near three-day standoff with authorities.