A judge's order to free a man accused in a 2017 Sunnyvale murder drew sharp criticism from the DA, police and San Jose's mayor. Officials want the court to rethink the decision.

A judge allowed foreign rape convictions to be used as prior strikes in a San Jose case, dramatically increasing the possible sentence under California law.

San Mateo police arrested Carron Patterson after a traffic stop revealed illegal firearms and drugs in his vehicle, leading to multiple serious charges.

A San Mateo traffic stop uncovered a Glock fitted with a multi-burst trigger and suspected narcotics; an 18-year-old Belmont man was arrested. Police issued an advisory.

Judge Ramon's release of murder suspect Vicente Aguilera in Santa Clara leads to conflict between the DA and the court, raising issues of bail reform and public safety.

Gilroy Police investigate after a teen found a razor blade in a candy bar from trick-or-treating; they urge public vigilance and to report any tampering.

San Jose police issued an advisory for missing girls Mya Catacutan, 13, and Camila Toscano, 14, last seen on November 6; authorities seek public assistance.

Police found a man dead from a self-inflicted gunshot in South San Francisco after a welfare check and evacuation involving a SWAT team; no public threat exists.

Orlando Rivero, 27, was arrested by San Jose Police for allegedly using his vehicle to assault a food truck, with no injuries but causing significant damage.

San José police arrested five individuals linked to a residential burglary after using ALPR technology to track the suspect vehicle and uncover stolen property and firearms.

The Santa Clara Sheriff’s SAFE Task Force is searching for 51-year-old George Albert of San Jose, wanted for failing to register as a sex offender. Officials say he has a prior child-molestation conviction.

Two individuals were arrested for stealing specialty cigar lighters worth $10,000 from a San Mateo business after one distracted an employee while the other stole the items. They face burglary and conspiracy charges.

A fire at Redwood City's Avenue Liquor Store resulted in two fatalities. Authorities are investigating to identify the victims and determine the fire's cause.