A November theft at BART’s Hayward maintenance yard cut hundreds of feet of fiber, caused a daylong shutdown and left the agency facing a bill topping $1 million. Investigators have reclassified the case as grand theft but no arrests have been made.

Court testimony this week said the slain mother told relatives she planned to leave her husband minutes before the July Alameda shooting. A judge ruled the accused must stand trial on multiple murder counts.

A man accused in a March 2025 San Pablo shooting that killed a Richmond resident was arrested in Mexico and extradited to face murder and gang-related charges.

Berkeley police heard strong public pushback this week as officials weigh adding fixed Flock Safety cameras; residents warned of privacy and data‑sharing risks.

Two former Oakland officers have taken a 'ghost chase' wrongful-death fight to the U.S. Supreme Court — a case that could reshape when bystanders can sue after police pursuits. Local trial and settlement dates remain on the calendar.

Richmond natural-wine maker Subject To Change is winding down after distribution setbacks. Owner Alex Pomerantz will ship a final 2023 wine-club release while refocusing on his Mission shop.

Ryan Hardy surrendered after a shooting in Antioch injured an 11-year-old girl. Charged with attempted homicide, he turned himself into San Francisco Sheriff's Office; the girl is stable. Police seek tips for the ongoing investigation.

Boston Scientific is set to acquire Penumbra Inc. for roughly $14.5 billion to expand its vascular therapy products, with the transaction involving cash and stock.

Oakland's Mosswood Meltdown punk festival returns in July with John Waters as MC and headliners Iggy Pop and Bikini Kill. General admission starts at $179, with a strong undercard featuring acts like Otoboke Beaver and Scowl.

Undercover testers say Oakland landlords are still turning away voucher holders; advocates have filed complaints with the state civil rights agency. Enforcement is now the question.

Lafayette Police arrested an individual from Oakland for possession of stolen property and drug offenses after collaborative efforts with a local business owner.

A 78-year-old woman was hospitalized with head injuries after a purse snatching near Lake Merritt. Police are asking anyone with video or tips to come forward.

Alameda County supervisors debated measures to bar federal immigration agents from county property and to set up training and a rapid-response system for enforcement actions. The proposals could head to the full board later this month.