BART reports 23 arrests and 17 citations after a focused enforcement sweep in Oakland. The agency also carried out dozens of welfare checks as part of the operation.

Oakland police recovered two firearms and arrested two men during a human‑trafficking enforcement sweep on International Boulevard. The department says the operation also connected people to support resources.

An 18-year-old was critically wounded in a late-night shooting on Wilbur Avenue; Antioch police say detectives are investigating.

An Emeryville woman faces felony and misdemeanor counts after police say she groped a 15-year-old, bit an officer and damaged hospital equipment.

Clear skies and highs near 80°F Thursday start a week of above‑normal warmth in Oakland. Cooling centers and safety tips are linked below.

Oakland police identified a 62‑year‑old suspect in a series of East Oakland prowling reports and are urging anyone who may have been targeted to contact investigators. The inquiry remains active.

A Berkeley High student was arrested after police say bleach was thrown at a classmate during a campus fight. The principal said counseling resources are available for students.

Super Bowl‑era stings recovered dozens of trafficking victims, including children as young as 12; survivors say rescue must be matched with housing and therapy.

Brentwood police posted a March 10 safety notice saying a seniors' "Assassins" game using toy guns and hiding has raised safety and legal concerns for students and neighbors.

Local advocates want Seattle to add “family and relationship structure” to city nondiscrimination law after recent West Coast wins.

Sunny afternoons will warm Oakland into the upper 70s and 80s this week. Cooling centers and marine advisories are available for those who need them.

Chevron told state leaders that proposed Cap‑and‑Invest changes could force refinery closures and hike gasoline prices, threatening jobs and fuel reliability across California.

An alert rider led BART officers to arrest a man at Fruitvale last Thursday; police say they recovered a stolen, loaded Glock and suspected narcotics. The department shared details on Facebook.