CHP seeks witnesses to a hit-and-run on I-880 that left a person with major injuries after their disabled car was struck by a vehicle. The incident occurred near the I-238 connector around 11:30 PM on August 18.

A standoff in Richmond ended peacefully with the arrest of a man who initially appeared to brandish a firearm at pedestrians; it was later identified as a replica. No injuries were reported.

A Pinole resident died in a motorcycle crash after hitting a curb and utility boxes. Police are investigating the cause, including potential speed or substance use.

A high-speed chase occurred in American Canyon following reports of reckless driving, ending with the arrest of Avant Bruce, who had a stolen vehicle and illegal items.

The Brentwood Police Department will carry out a DUI checkpoint on August 23 to deter impaired driving, funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety.

Police and SWAT responded to an armed man on his porch in the 200 Block of 2nd Street, with negotiations ongoing and the area secured. Residents are advised to stay alert.

A 39-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Hayward, marking the city's ninth homicide of 2023. A 37-year-old woman was also injured in the incident. No arrests have been made, and the police are investigating.

Elevated lead levels are found in the drinking water at multiple Oakland schools, sparking health concerns and outrage over delayed action and communication.

Shakewell Restaurant in Oakland is closing on August 31 after a decade, due to financial unsustainability, as announced on their Facebook page and discussed by fans on Reddit.

The former estate of Ken Behring, located in Danville's Blackhawk community, was sold at an auction for $10.8 million, less than half of its original $25 million asking price.

Antioch police are investigating a homicide where a 47-year-old man was found dead from a gunshot wound, urging the public to provide any relevant information.

A San Francisco man was arrested by Brentwood Police for kidnapping after a distress call about a male and female fighting in a vehicle; a second suspect was also detained. The investigation is ongoing.

Livermore Police stopped a vehicle, leading to the arrest of two individuals, Anthony Gray and Blanca Resendiz, on drug-related charges, including possession with intent to sell.