Brentwood Police reported a kidnapping incident involving a male suspect and an injured female victim, leading to the suspect's arrest by Pittsburg PD.

Rescue teams in California successfully hoisted a stranded teenager from Wildcat Canyon using a helicopter, marking the 86th rescue for the CHP's air unit in 2024.

BART's Sound Tracks concert series returns to entertain commuters with free live performances at select stations in August and September, featuring local talent and cultural events.

California Attorney General Rob Bonta supports a rule to exclude medical debt from credit reports, proposing stronger consumer protections and fairer financial practices.

The Union City Police Department announced a DUI checkpoint on August 31st to combat impaired driving, funded by grants aimed at improving traffic safety.

Emergency responders successfully rescued a hiker with a medical emergency on the Blue Ridge Trail, facilitated by California Highway Patrol's H-30 helicopter and Vacaville Fire Protection District.

Ellen Corbett, a former San Leandro mayor and East Bay Regional Park District director, died at 69, leaving a legacy of public service and advocacy for open spaces.

Richmond police officers apprehended a minor with marijuana and a loaded gun after a chase, avoiding a potential tragedy. The juvenile was detained and faces legal proceedings.

Antioch police officer Morteza Amiri was convicted of conspiracy and wire fraud for participating in a scheme to obtain fraudulent educational credits for pay raises.

BART has rescheduled its August track shutdown to September 21-22, affecting the Rockridge, MacArthur, and 19th Street stations. The delay allows for improvements in the Berkeley Hills Tunnel and riders may face 10-minute delays.

Gunshots were reported near UC Berkeley's Clark Kerr and Hill campuses early Thursday; no injuries occurred. The suspect, a white male, is sought by police. The area search ended, and the lockdown was lifted.

Police in Antioch ended a standoff with a barricaded suspect on Tehachapi Way; the nearby Dallas Ranch Middle School was locked down as a precaution. The suspect was eventually detained, resolving the situation safely.

The Annual Hayward Airport Open House features aircraft, classic cars, and emergency equipment displays with food vendors, promising family fun on September 15 from 10 AM to 3 PM.