Oakland Felon Nabbed In Undercover Pimp Pitch While Walking Free On Gun Rap
A Bay Area man out on a federal gun case was arrested in Oakland after prosecutors say he offered to be an undercover officer's pimp; court filings show prosecutors moved to remand him ahead of sentencing.
9th Circuit Upholds Captain’s Conviction In Conception Fire
A federal appeals panel on Tuesday affirmed the conviction of Conception captain Jerry Boylan in the 2019 dive‑boat fire that killed 34, while regulators and families reflect on safety reforms.
Dog Park Drama: Richmond Man Busted After 'You Are Dead' Threat at Point Isabel
Park police arrested a man at Point Isabel after an employee was threatened; officers say he was identified in an in‑field lineup and booked in Martinez. The investigation is ongoing.
Napa Permit Sharks Target Locals With Phony Email Payment Demands
County officials say scammers are posing as planning staff and demanding wire transfers tied to permits. Verify sender addresses and report suspicious messages to IC3.
Walnut Creek Man With Pellet Gun Killed By Police In After-Midnight Encounter
Walnut Creek police shot and killed a 46-year-old man identified by the Contra Costa coroner as Joaquin Pereyra after officers say he refused to drop what turned out to be a pellet gun.
Redwood City Cops Collar Suspect In San Carlos Burglary Spree
Police say a joint, multi‑agency probe led to an arrest tied to several Redwood City burglaries and a San Carlos break‑in. Investigators are asking neighbors to check footage.
Cotati Freeway Drag Race Bust: BMW Duo Nailed At 100 MPH
Two drivers were arrested after CHP says they raced at over 100 mph on northbound Highway 101 in Cotati; both BMWs were impounded for 30 days as the probe continues.
Wild Vallejo Car Chase Screeches Into Contra Costa, Ends With Three in Cuffs
Solano County deputies say a traffic stop attempt by Patrol Team 4 turned into a chase through Vallejo into Contra Costa County, ending with three arrests and three loaded guns seized.
SF Renters Stung as TikTok 'Landlords' Hijack Listings and Deposits
Scammers are reposting agents' home‑tour videos on TikTok and Instagram, posing as landlords and collecting application fees. Local agents and a TV reporter say platform reports haven’t stopped the fraud.
Unlicensed San Lorenzo Fix-It Man Denies $2.5 Million Half Moon Bay Elder Hustle
A San Lorenzo man pleaded not guilty after prosecutors say he defrauded an elderly Half Moon Bay couple of more than $2.5 million; court date set for June 15.












