The Contra Costa Sheriff's Office is investigating the in-custody death of Victor Jose Faria at Martinez Detention Facility; he was found unresponsive in his cell on January 18.

A Sunday evening fire in East Oakland spread into neighboring units; firefighters contained the blaze and investigators are probing the cause. One person was treated for breathing problems.

A three‑alarm blaze erupted near 19th and Broadway in downtown Oakland early Monday, prompting a large emergency response from the city’s fire department.

A stolen vehicle that San Francisco police tried to stop sparked a Bay Bridge chase that left three motorists hurt and ended in Redwood City with arrests. Authorities say the injured suffered non-life-threatening wounds.

A lane change on I-80 caused a Subaru to flip, resulting in minor injuries. The CHP post praised seatbelt use and quick first responder action, while reminding drivers to be cautious in construction zones.

Authorities are searching for at-risk missing person Adrian Whatley, last seen in San Lorenzo, who has mental health needs and lacks a phone or vehicle.

American Canyon Police arrest a 57-year-old for thefts after being spotted stealing from a yard, thanks to a detailed vehicle description from a witness.

Haki McClain, known as DJ Fetish, was charged with 69 felonies after a complaint alleges dozens of retail thefts and resale at flea markets across the East Bay.

Three people were arrested after OPD’s helicopter tracked a vehicle tied to a morning Willow Street shooting. Police say surveillance captured the incident and detectives are investigating.

An Antioch Uber driver was struck in the neck while picking up riders and is expected to survive. The shooting follows an earlier incident that injured an 11‑year‑old.

Court testimony this week said the slain mother told relatives she planned to leave her husband minutes before the July Alameda shooting. A judge ruled the accused must stand trial on multiple murder counts.

A man accused in a March 2025 San Pablo shooting that killed a Richmond resident was arrested in Mexico and extradited to face murder and gang-related charges.

Berkeley police heard strong public pushback this week as officials weigh adding fixed Flock Safety cameras; residents warned of privacy and data‑sharing risks.