Alameda has settled for $11.35 million with Mario Gonzalez's family after his death in police custody. No admission of fault was made as part of the settlement.

Police search for at-risk missing person Ken Coleman from a San Leandro convalescent home, who was last seen wearing a military-style jacket and slippers.

Fremont Police responded to a non-life-threatening medical emergency at American High School, leading to a brief lockdown; no ongoing threats reported.

Oakland International Airport has updated Terminal 1 with new furniture and carpets, aiming to enhance passenger experience, with an environmentally friendly focus, including seats powered by hydropower and solar panels.

Hayward's City Council has passed an ordinance penalizing spectators of illegal sideshows, effective January 11, 2024, with potential fines or jail time.

A menorah at Lake Merritt vandalized and thrown into the lake, with nearby antisemitic graffiti, leading the Oakland Police to investigate it as a hate crime. Community leaders and groups express outrage and solidarity.

Newark Police sets a DUI checkpoint on December 16 to prevent impaired driving during the holidays, focusing on high-risk areas and educating about driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

Sister, a pizzeria in Oakland's Grand Lake district, will close on January 27 due to financial difficulties. The eatery is known for its creative spins on pizza and other dishes.

The Richmond Police Department's report details a crime wave with vehicle thefts, armed robberies, and high-speed pursuits, alongside community engagement efforts.

Chunliam Nai Saechao from Pleasant Hill faces nine felony charges, including attempted murder of police, after a near three-day standoff with authorities.

CHP officers found an abandoned, stolen Lexus after a crash on I-880 in Hayward, CA, leading to three arrests, one involving a stolen, loaded firearm, and links to other crimes.

San Pablo Police detained three individuals and recovered 600 pounds of copper wire, confirmed stolen from AT&T, in a traffic stop involving a stolen vehicle.

A pursuit in Piedmont ended in multiple crashes and the arrest of a suspect who tried to escape in a stolen vehicle and then on foot, before attempting to board a bus.