Usher is set to perform in Oakland during his "Past Present Future" tour following a Vegas residency and ahead of his "Coming Home" album release and Super Bowl show. Pre-sale tickets are available February 7, with general sales on February 12.

Governor Gavin Newsom deploys 120 CHP officers to combat crime in Oakland and the East Bay, despite a statewide decline in crime rates. The operation uses advanced technology and aims to significantly reduce local crimes.

Two men were arrested in Fremont for illegal firearm possession and intent to distribute marijuana, with charges relating to a gun with a defaced serial number and marijuana packaged for sale.

BART Police made several arrests and confiscated two guns at Fruitvale and Lake Merritt stations, focusing on maintaining order and safety in the transit system.

Alameda County DA Pamela Price launched ORCA, a specialized unit to tackle organized retail theft, bolstered by $4 million in funding and collaboration with local law enforcement.

Two suspects were arrested after stealing handbags from a Napa Kate Spade store and leading police on a chase, which ended with their capture at a Six Flags parking lot.

A lawsuit alleges that Alameda County deputies beat a woman and denied her medical care after a courthouse altercation.

Tourists celebrating a 21st birthday were robbed at gunpoint at an Oakland gas station. Texas attorney Maxey Scherr's son was among the victims. Scherr offered a $20,000 reward for information and criticized local response to the incident.

Authorities in Central Contra Costa County arrested Gilberto Ramirez, 26, following a series of burglaries that resulted in over $300,000 in stolen property.

The Vacaville Police Department is seeking the public's help via Facebook to find suspects involved in a $1,700 shoe theft at a Nike outlet, who fled in a Nissan Altima.

A pilot died when his plane crashed in Concord, striking a vehicle and injuring the driver. The NTSB and FAA are investigating the cause of the accident.

The Vacaville Police Department warns residents about scammers using fake gold and tales of hardship to con good Samaritans out of cash at supermarkets and gas stations.

Richmond Police reported dealing with crimes including vehicle thefts, DUIs, gunfire, and human trafficking in one week, as per their activity report.