The Galt Police detained Travis West after a series of robberies, with McDonald's staff aiding in his arrest. He admitted to the crimes and faces multiple charges.

The Modesto Police Department shared on Facebook their success in significantly reducing citywide crime rates, emphasizing teamwork with the community.

A man died when his Oak Park home exploded the morning an eviction was set; the coroner later ruled the death a suicide amid tax‑sale and deed questions. Local officials say the blast appears intentional and investigators remain on the scene.

A Midtown Sacramento resident remains hospitalized after a Halloween-night attack in Lavender Heights that police are investigating as a hate crime. A suspect has been arrested and the community is demanding answers.

Four people were arraigned after a Lodi pawn‑shop bust tied to a $1.5M Sacramento jewelry theft. Prosecutors say burglary tools and a signal jammer were recovered.

A historic lumber mill in Auburn was destroyed by fire; its investigation is underway with a person of interest. No injuries reported; the fire was contained to one structure.

Arnold Jee, 71, died after his SUV was swept off a flooded Sutter County bridge; officials caution against crossing flooded roads with the message "Turn around, don't drown."

A man in Sacramento was arrested for suspicious activities at schools and possessing altered firearms and gear suggesting impersonation of law enforcement.

A pedestrian was killed in a suspected DUI crash in Fairfield; the driver, Kyle Dolcee, was arrested. The incident caused traffic delays, but roads have reopened.

Elk Grove youth are vandalizing homes in a "Door Kick Challenge" trend, prompting police concern and calls for parental intervention to prevent property damage and maintain community safety.

A 29-year-old was arrested after being seen in tactical gear near Rosemont High; deputies say they seized modified firearms, a ghost gun and hundreds of parts at his home.

A late-night blaze at the old Cal Ida lumber mill in Auburn was contained to the mill building; investigators say a person of interest has been identified.

A man was arrested for a hate crime following a violent assault on a gay man, Alvin Prasad, who sustained brain damage, after a Halloween party in Sacramento.