A 17-year-old boy was shot in San Ramon; Xiaojie Zhang was arrested as the suspect. Police found two firearms at Zhang's home and assured no community threat.

Oakland’s officer ranks are thin and the share of women in OPD has barely budged since 2021. The city has restarted academies and launched a task force, but big gaps remain.

Suspect linked to an armed altercation in Concord found dead at home after police standoff; no physical injuries earlier reported. Efforts to negotiate failed, and the death was by self-infliction.

Two suspects were arrested after a $700 retail theft at Vacaville Premium Outlets, thanks to the efforts of store staff and Vacaville Police using city-wide cameras and drones.

Berkeley Police arrested a man for lewd conduct near a high school. The suspect was spotted by a school safety officer and quickly detained by responding Bike Team officers. Charges include indecent exposure and public lewdness.

A Fremont man accused of fatally stabbing a registered sex offender appeared in court as his attorney asked for more time; the judge set a Dec. 17 hearing.

A 63-year-old Antioch man was in critical condition after being struck on the eastbound Highway 4 on‑ramp at Hillcrest Avenue Friday evening, police say.

Kaiser disbanded an eight‑person California security unit after internal and police records raised questions about unauthorized use of the CLETS law‑enforcement database.

A Martinez mother was charged with the murder of her 19-year-old daughter following a stabbing at their apartment. She faces a murder charge with a weapon enhancement.

Berkeley PD arrested two individuals for firearm and drug possession during a traffic stop when they found a stolen loaded handgun and illegal drugs in the car.

Authorities are investigating a reported shooting on I-580 in Oakland, with the CHP responding quickly but the suspect remains at large. No injuries were reported.

A Berkeley man is in custody after allegedly forcing his ex and three toddlers into a car; police tracked the vehicle to San Leandro and the children were found unharmed.

ICE operation near Oakland schools leads to pursuit, crash, and community concern; schools enter secure protocol, and local council member joins protest. DHS asserts target was a criminal undocumented immigrant.