Three multiagency sweeps in November removed more than 58,000 illegal cannabis plants across Lancaster, Hayward and Harbor City, officials say.

A morning blast in Ashland set off a multi‑alarm blaze on East Lewelling Boulevard; crews reported possible injuries and heavy damage. Investigators are on scene.

The Alameda County DA faces backlash after moving to dismiss a manslaughter case against ex-officer Fletcher for shooting Steven Taylor; experts cite self-defense.

East Bay woman, Carrie Lynn Grant, was sentenced to 27 months for embezzling over $1.6 million from a charity.

Livermore Police arrested two juveniles linked to a spate of vehicle thefts, aided by regional law enforcement collaboration.

Erik Salas was arrested in San Lorenzo for drug trafficking, with over 50 lbs of meth, counterfeit pills, drugs, cash, body armor, and ghost guns seized.

A 31-year-old man was shot while sitting in a parked car on Eastlawn Street in East Oakland. Police say the shooter fled in a pickup and are asking for tips.

After two hung juries Alameda County dropped the murder charge against Elijah Rucker in the killing of 4‑year‑old Romell Wright; Rucker remains jailed on a gun conviction.

Alameda County deputies say callers are demanding about $900 for an ankle monitor to secure early release — the sheriff’s office warns the requests are a scam.

Richmond Police seek help to find 22-year-old missing man, Aaeh Chao. Last seen wearing grey hoodie, dark jeans. Public urged to contact RPD with info.

Berkeley police seized nine firearms and arrested a man after he allegedly threatened to shoot anyone who came onto his property following a dispute over a 9‑year‑old's lost ball.

A CHP helicopter tracked a car wanted in a robbery across Oakland; officers used a spike strip and the driver surrendered at a gas station.

A helmet-cam video shows an AC Transit bus operator swerving into a cyclist on Foothill Boulevard; AC Transit says it's reviewing the footage.