Sacramento County sheriff reports fewest homicides in 55 years
Sacramento County recorded 18 homicides in 2025, the lowest numbers in more than half a century, according to the sheriff's office.
Man suspected of striking SFPD officer in Oakland charged with attempted murder
A man suspected of striking a San Francisco police officer in Oakland while attempting to flee in a vehicle is facing multiple charges, including attempted murder, prosecutors said Thursday.
Former Google engineer found guilty of stealing AI secrets for Chinese firms
A former Google engineer has been convicted on multiple federal charges for stealing the tech giant's trade secrets on artificial intelligence to benefit Chinese companies he secretly worked for, federal prosecutors said.
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan enters 2026 California governor's race
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan announced Thursday that he is running for governor of California in 2026, joining a crowded field in the race to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Waymo launches robotaxi service to San Francisco International Airport
Waymo announced Thursday that its robotaxi service is now available to and from San Francisco International Airport, ahead of upcoming major events in the Bay Area including the Super Bowl and World Cup.
Mountain lion found in San Francisco neighborhood released in Santa Cruz Mountains
A mountain lion who was captured in a busy San Francisco neighborhood has been released back into the wild, state wildlife officials said.
Alleged accomplice in crime spree that ended in deadly SJPD shootout arrested
Federal authorities arrested an alleged accomplice of a man who took part in a multi-day crime spree that ended in a deadly shootout with San Jose police last week.
Contra Costa County man latest to die from California toxic wild mushroom outbreak
Health officials in the East Bay said a man has died from consuming toxic wild mushrooms, amid an ongoing spike in mushroom-related poisonings throughout California.
East Bay high school students stage walkout against federal immigration enforcement
Hundreds of students from several high schools in East Bay walked out of class Wednesday, protesting federal immigration enforcement operations.
Key roads near Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara closed ahead of Super Bowl LX
Commuters near Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara should expect detours and delays as several key roads are being closed ahead of Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8.
Central Valley man arrested by San Jose police for alleged illegal weapons sales
A Central Valley man described by authorities as one of the state's "most prolific and dangerous" firearms traffickers has been arrested, according to San Jose police.
Mountain lion spotted in SF neighborhood captured by animal control
A mountain lion recently spotted in San Francisco's Pacific Heights has been captured Tuesday, after it was seen around the neighborhood and at a nearby park.
4 found fatally shot inside Rancho Cordova home, including 2 children
Law enforcement officials are investigating a murder-suicide after four people, including two children, were found fatally shot inside a Rancho Cordova home on Tuesday.
Retired El Dorado County band teacher accused of child sexual abuse
Authorities in El Dorado County have arrested a former band teacher for alleged sexual abuse of a child and are searching for any additional victims.
Early morning warehouse fire breaks out near Interstate 80 in Berkeley
Firefighters controlled a two-alarm fire that broke out at a warehouse near Interstate 80 in Berkeley early Tuesday morning.