A vigilant resident alerted the authorities to a theft at a light rail station, leading to the arrest of a man cutting copper wire, preventing a costly crime.

Palo Alto experienced multiple burglaries, with two homes occupied during the incidents. Police chase ensued but suspects escaped. Authorities urge heightened security and request information.

A 43-year-old Gustine man died after his motorcycle overturned and was struck on southbound U.S. 101 in San Jose Monday night. CHP is investigating.

San Mateo deputies arrested a man with a stolen firearm and high-capacity magazine during a traffic stop for vehicle code violation and marijuana use.

A woman crashed her Tesla into a house in Foster City during a mental health crisis; no house occupants were hurt, and the driver was injured but not under the influence. Police are reviewing the case for reckless driving.

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.