Modesto Police cited eight smoke shops for selling illegal flavored tobacco products, violating California law, and confiscated 1,635 items in a compliance operation.

A juvenile was detained by Galt Police for carrying a loaded AR-style rifle in public and faces multiple felony charges, including an outstanding warrant.

A pedestrian was fatally hit by a DUI driver, Abdishakur Mohamud, who fled but later returned to the scene in Sacramento. Police are seeking witnesses.

Shawn Van Dixon, 39, was sentenced to two years in prison for breaking into the Caliente post office and stealing mail from over ten people. The theft happened on October 28, 2023, and led to his arrest after a U.S. Postal Inspection Service investigation. The sentence shows the seriousness of mail theft and tampering with federal property.

Adelina Yorba, a 15-year-old previously reported missing and at-risk due to medical concerns, was found safe, with the Ceres Police Department thanking the community for their help.

The Modesto Police Department is increasing enforcement to reduce motorcycle accidents by targeting traffic violations and offering safety tips to motorists and riders.

Two juveniles were arrested by Elk Grove Police for stealing a vehicle, facing charges including theft and resisting arrest, with no school disruptions.

Fresno man pleads guilty to possessing ammunition as a felon, linked to a "ghost gun" incident involving a high-speed chase and attempted sale to an undercover officer.

Josani Goree was sentenced to 57 years and 4 months for crimes including rape and domestic violence, as reported by the Sacramento County DA's Office.

Luis Vasquez-Lopez, a Mexican national in Sacramento, was sentenced to over 10 years for fentanyl trafficking.

Jarvell Kent, 30, from Fresno, pleaded guilty to assaulting a fellow inmate with a homemade weapon at USP Atwater, facing up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

Alphonso Jimenez, 34, of Stockton, was sentenced to 15 years in prison after being convicted of drug trafficking and firearm possession. Authorities seized significant amounts of drugs, including methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl, following a 2021 investigation. Charges against his co-defendant, Erik D. Mendoza-Contreras, are still pending.

Jose Miguel Perez, 42, from Corona, pleaded guilty to trafficking substantial amounts of cocaine, heroin, and ketamine. Arrested in Fresno County, Perez faces up to life in prison after his car was found to have hidden drug compartments. Authorities continue efforts to curb drug trafficking in California.