Stanislaus prosecutors charged two men after surveillance footage linked 55‑gallon drums of powdered metals to a March 27, 2025 blast at Gilton’s Modesto transfer yard.

Morgan Hill detectives arrested a 21-year-old after an alleged Feb. 12 sexual assault of a 12‑year‑old; police say the pair had communicated on Snapchat. Authorities ask anyone with tips to call investigators.

Santa Clara deputies say a High Impact Team seized stolen merchandise after a T.J. Maxx tip; searches in San Jose turned up items investigators say were headed for flea-market resale.

Fire crews found a minimally burned dog after a bridge-side blaze in Fremont; police say the cause of death is unclear and Animal Services is seeking tips.

A multi-alarm blaze broke out Thursday at 1266 Hopkins Avenue in Redwood City; crews knocked it down and investigators were on scene. More details are pending.

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.

Campbell police and county fire crews responded to a structure fire on Kuehnis Drive. Officials urged locals to avoid the area while crews work; updates are pending.

A carport blaze in Campbell displaced about 60 residents and destroyed three vehicles. Crews contained the fire and no injuries were reported.

An appeals court reversed the conviction in the Sierra LaMar case, reopening the possibility of a retrial while investigators vow to continue probing.

A condo on El Camino Real was evacuated and eastbound lanes are closed between Scott Blvd and Pierce St while inspectors assess structural concerns. Expect delays.

Monterey County detectives filed a detainer against a man in the 1982 killing of Salinas nightclub owner Cruz Gomez after new DNA work and a public tip.

Mountain View detectives recovered more than 1,500 pieces of stolen mail after a months‑long probe; investigators are cataloging items and working to return them to owners.

A small plane veered off a San Jose runway Friday after a reported mechanical failure; video shows emergency crews on scene while authorities review the incident.