A 17-year-old rider was killed when his minibike struck a parked truck in Hollister. Police warn riders as local crash numbers rise.

Two brothers are in court over millions tied to a Palo Alto ketamine clinic, trading accusations of overbilling, improper spending and disputed profit-sharing. The dispute resurfaced in Santa Clara court this week as judges consider scheduling moves.

Waymo alerted San Mateo police after two 15-year-olds were reported drinking and firing Orbeez from inside a robotaxi; officers detained the teens and released video.

A jury convicted Rev. Ray Fitzgerald Montgomery of misdemeanor domestic violence for an attack at his San Jose home in 2024. Sentencing is set for Sept. 8, 2026.

A rope failure sent six people down the Davenport Beach bluffs; crews used high‑angle rope systems to bring everyone to safety and one person is in critical condition.

A man was shot in downtown San Jose early Monday after police ordered a crowd to disperse. Officers detained a suspect and recovered a firearm; investigators are searching for answers.

PG&E warns a new barcode/QR-code payment scam has already cost customers more than $211,000 this year. Small businesses and households are being urged to hang up and verify bills through official channels.

A Fresno father was sentenced to nine years after pleading guilty in a Feb. 22 crash on State Route 156 that left his 6‑year‑old son paralyzed.

San Jose police negotiated a peaceful surrender with a bicyclist who fled a traffic stop on Scottsdale Drive; the person was found with a firearm and placed on a mental‑health hold.

A motorist struck a horse and rider on Woodside Road Wednesday evening and fled. Deputies say both survived and investigators have identified the vehicle's registered owners.

A pedestrian was killed Wednesday night at Monterey Road and Ford Road in San Jose. Police say the driver stayed and investigators blocked northbound lanes for hours.

A motorcyclist died after a pickup turning into a North San José parking lot struck his bike, police say. Detectives are asking witnesses with footage to come forward.

New statewide reports show steep drops in homicide, violent and property crime for 2025. Officials and researchers say the data can guide policy while readers weigh reporting caveats.