The Alameda County Sheriff's Office conducted a DUI checkpoint, resulting in one DUI arrest, four traffic citations, and two towed vehicles, funded by the California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Grant Program.

The Richmond Police detained juveniles with a BB gun, mistaken for a real firearm, highlighting the dangers of replica weapons in public. They were released after the situation was defused.

A man in Livermore was arrested after brandishing a gun at youths at Bill Clark Park. Police found guns, ammo, and drugs in his home. He faces multiple charges.

The City of Hercules celebrates its 125th anniversary with a tree lighting event, inviting public participation in holiday festivities and community giving.

The Black Neighborhood nonprofit in Richmond distributed turkeys to families in need for Thanksgiving, complemented by a benefit concert to raise funds for hunger relief.

The East Bay Regional Park District promotes Green Friday to encourage enjoying nature over shopping after Thanksgiving, waiving fees at their parks on November 28.

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.

Berkeley's Telegraph Holiday Street Fair will remain at its traditional location after initial relocation plans due to fire safety concerns were reversed by city officials, following community pushback.

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.

Chinook salmon have returned to the upper Alameda Creek after decades, due to successful restorations including a new fish ladder, enabling a positive environmental impact on the local ecosystem.

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.