An Oakland immigration attorney says TSA told him he was placed on a watchlist after a 45‑minute SFO screening; his legal team has filed a FOIA to press for answers. Advocates are watching closely.

An East Bay woman who admitted to being part of a robbery crew that targeted women who "looked Asian" avoided jail after completing a court-ordered diversion program. Restitution and treatment were part of the deal.

Alameda County will outlaw all fireworks in its unincorporated communities starting July 2, 2026, and hold hosts and property owners liable with escalating fines. Officials say the move aims to cut fires, injuries and holiday calls.

A preliminary magnitude-5.6 quake near Redwood Valley set off ShakeAlert on Bay Area phones Wednesday morning. Officials report no immediate injuries or tsunami danger.

A local tutoring nonprofit says 40 donated Chromebooks, staff laptops and livestream gear were stolen in a break-in. Organizers are holding a Sunday fundraiser to replace the equipment.

Livermore has banned all fireworks inside city limits — including “safe and sane” types — and will step up patrols around July 4. Hosts could face administrative fines up to $500.

The state announced $41 million in grants and loans to expand recycling, restore bottle refunds and fund paid job training across California.

A 20-year-old man was shot early June 23 on the 2000 block of International Boulevard in East Oakland and is in stable condition. Police are seeking video and tips.

Five people were arrested after early-morning vehicle burglaries in Livermore; officers recovered stolen items and conducted a high-risk traffic stop.

Concord police warn of rising vehicle break‑ins and home burglaries; thieves are focusing on Hondas and work trucks. Officials urge residents to secure vehicles and report tips.

A union video shows firefighters making an aggressive interior attack on a working fire near Short Street in Oakland.

A motorcyclist was killed Monday in a head‑on collision on U.S. Highway 50 east of Twin Bridges. CHP is investigating and the highway was reduced to one‑way traffic while crews cleared the scene.

Legislative leaders and Gov. Gavin Newsom agreed to place an $11B affordable housing bond on the November ballot, including about $1.25B carved out for veterans.