A solo-vehicle crash on Alameda de las Pulgas left one person dead and filled the road with heavy smoke, police say. Investigators have closed the corridor as they probe the wreck.

CHP Hayward says officers arrested a driver after a hit‑and‑run; officers recovered a firearm and the suspect was booked into Santa Rita Jail.

A wildfire was reported in the Swanton area of Santa Cruz County at 10:21 a.m. on July 14. Early reports list the blaze on private land with containment unknown.

Santa Clara police say an adult woman was assaulted at Carmichael Park Monday and are asking residents and businesses to check cameras for leads. Tips can go to Detective Sgt. Ogg or the department tip lines.

CalMatters' investigation finds undercover "Perkins" jail stings are being used statewide, raising questions about Miranda, secret training slides and a wave of court challenges.

A 4-year-old died at Salt Point State Park after being struck by a motor home at a campground. CHP and park crews freed the child and airlifted her to Oakland before she later died.

A person was bitten by an unknown marine animal in Foster City Lagoon near Shearwater Isle. Police say the species hasn't been identified and ask witnesses to report unusual activity.

Organizers accused SFPD of failing to protect Trans March participants and of using excessive force; they met with Mayor Daniel Lurie as watchdogs and supervisors pressed for answers.

A viral Instagram story appears to show 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk striking a dog, sparking outrage and possible legal scrutiny.

Officers say they seized a Glock 20 fitted with a full‑auto conversion switch and a short‑barreled AR‑15 in the 2300 block of Aberdeen Way.

Oakland police say a critical incident occurred near 40th and International Boulevard; Chief James Beere will brief reporters at 4 p.m.

A brush fire near Ledson Winery burned about 10–13 acres along Hwy 12 in Santa Rosa and prompted a mandatory evacuation for zone SON-3H3.

A man was found shot near Fern Street and Van Ness in Lower Nob Hill early Sunday and taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police say the investigation is active and no arrests have been made.