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fromLos Angeles Times
19 hours ago

San Fernando Valley burglary spree: Two more homes targeted amid LAPD patrol surge

"I've directed the LAPD to strategically deploy resources along Ventura Boulevard and to continue making this area a priority by holding these criminals accountable."
Los Angeles
fromSFGATE
4 hours ago

Orange County makes the call, ends freeway call box service

"While the need for safe, reliable roadside assistance hasn't changed, the way people access help has," Transportation Authority spokesperson Eric Carpenter stated. "We're focusing on modern tools like 511 and freeway service patrols to deliver faster service while reducing the need for drivers to leave their vehicles in potentially dangerous conditions."
California
fromLos Angeles Times
16 hours ago

13 strangers and a giant balloon crash Temecula couple's Saturday morning

The pilot told passengers that they would be making an emergency landing because the wind had died down and the hot air balloon was running low on fuel.
Skiing
#domestic-violence
fromLos Angeles Times
5 hours ago
Law

Help us report on restraining orders in Los Angeles County

L.A. County's restraining order system often fails to protect domestic violence survivors due to dismissals and ineffective law enforcement.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Two dead in Pomona police pursuit stemming from domestic violence call

A domestic violence call in Pomona led to a police pursuit, resulting in two fatalities and the arrest of suspect Marshall Judson.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
5 hours ago

Help us report on restraining orders in Los Angeles County

L.A. County's restraining order system often fails to protect domestic violence survivors due to dismissals and ineffective law enforcement.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Attempted murder arrest after car hits pedestrians

The driver of the car, a 29-year-old woman, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder, GBH, dangerous driving and drink driving.
London
#dui
fromsfist.com
16 hours ago
San Francisco

DUI Suspect Crashes Into Powell-Market Cable Car Turnaround, Prompting Overnight Closure

fromsfist.com
16 hours ago
San Francisco

DUI Suspect Crashes Into Powell-Market Cable Car Turnaround, Prompting Overnight Closure

SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Family, friends react after teen dies in Novato crash that injured 4 others; driver suspected of DUI

A weekend crash in Novato resulted in one teen's death and four injuries, with the 17-year-old driver suspected of DUI.
Mission District
fromThesanjoseblog
20 hours ago

Monterey Corridor Safety Initiative Signals Stronger Future for San Jose Commerce

The Monterey Corridor Business Association launched a safety initiative to enhance visibility and support law enforcement across 1,500 businesses.
#shooting
Miami food
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Learning to fly from the ground up: Owl sighting in Redondo Beach sparks public service announcement

Young owls in Redondo Beach face challenges learning to fly due to palm trees lacking branches, prompting police to educate residents on how to help.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

Op-ed: Public safety and fairness are not expendable budget items - San Jose Spotlight

Budget cuts in Santa Clara County threaten the effectiveness of the District Attorney's and Public Defender's Offices, impacting public safety and legal representation.
Washington DC
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

FBI searches Lancaster City Hall, homes of vice mayor and council member in corruption probe

FBI executed search warrants at Lancaster's vice mayor and council member's homes, City Hall, and a Bel Air property as part of a corruption probe.
#ice
US news
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Man shot by ICE agents in Patterson charged with assault with deadly weapon

Carlos Mendoza Hernandez faces federal charges for allegedly assaulting an ICE agent with his car during a traffic stop.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Dashcam video shows what led up to ICE shooting after traffic stop in Stanislaus Co.

ICE agents shot a suspected gang member in Patterson during an attempted arrest related to a murder investigation in El Salvador.
Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Authorities search for man caught on camera abandoning puppy in SoCal 'coyote country'

Authorities seek public help to identify a man who abandoned a puppy at an animal urgent care in Mission Viejo.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Mayor Bass orders extra police patrols after rash of home burglaries in the Valley

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has ordered increased police patrols along Ventura Boulevard due to a rise in residential burglaries.
California
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Video: Sideshow Participant In Hayward Crashes Stolen Vehicle Into Semi Truck

A sideshow in Hayward ended with a participant crashing a stolen car into a semi truck and abandoning it in an intersection.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Teen on electric motorcycle hits 81-year-old, leaves him fighting for his life, authorities say

A 14-year-old boy was arrested for hitting an 81-year-old pedestrian with an electric motorcycle and fleeing the scene.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

4 arrested in brazen daytime shooting near downtown Haverhill

A shooting occurred in downtown Haverhill at around 11:30 a.m., damaging property but causing no injuries. Haverhill police discovered numerous shell casings at the scene.
East Bay (California)
#police-misconduct
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago
Law

Former O.C. cop used database to track woman, contacted her thousands of times, prosecutors say

A former police officer pleaded guilty to unauthorized computer access and harassment in a case involving an extramarital relationship.
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago
Los Angeles

I-Team talks with homeless man at center of San Leandro police 'dumping' controversy

San Leandro police violently detained a homeless man, Shaquille Coleman, and dumped him seven miles away in Oakland despite no crime being committed.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Former O.C. cop used database to track woman, contacted her thousands of times, prosecutors say

A former police officer pleaded guilty to unauthorized computer access and harassment in a case involving an extramarital relationship.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

I-Team talks with homeless man at center of San Leandro police 'dumping' controversy

San Leandro police violently detained a homeless man, Shaquille Coleman, and dumped him seven miles away in Oakland despite no crime being committed.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Inside
5 days ago

San Jose Police Arrest Suspect for Four Assaults in Less than Two Months

David Martinez was arrested for multiple unprovoked assaults on citizens, including attacks on elderly men, and brandishing a machete.
#san-jose
Privacy professionals
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Another lawsuit targets San Jose's license plate cameras - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose residents filed a federal lawsuit against the city's automated license plate reader program, claiming it violates Fourth Amendment rights.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Police arrest San Jose man accused of brandishing machete, connected to string of violent attacks

A man was arrested in San Jose for a series of unprovoked assaults that injured multiple victims over two months.
Skiing
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

New Hill Bomb Event Pops Up on Telegraph Hill, Lots of Cops Show Up

A new skateboard hill-bomb event occurred on Montgomery Street, inspired by past events, but was not city-sanctioned and had more police than participants.
#wildfire
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

300 firefighters combat Vista fire, evacuations ordered in Lake Elsinore

Evacuation orders are in effect in Lake Elsinore due to the Vista fire, which has burned 141 acres with no containment.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
US news

Crews battle fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California that's forced some to evacuate

California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

300 firefighters combat Vista fire, evacuations ordered in Lake Elsinore

Evacuation orders are in effect in Lake Elsinore due to the Vista fire, which has burned 141 acres with no containment.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
US news

Crews battle fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California that's forced some to evacuate

fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

A rash of home burglaries reported in the San Fernando Valley, including an assault on a resident

Detectives are investigating a rash of five home burglaries in six days in the San Fernando Valley, police said, including one incident where a burglar assaulted a resident.
Los Angeles
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

An immigration agent shot out his eye at a 'No Kings' rally. His lawyers plan to file claim against Homeland Security

A USC student was shot and blinded by a DHS officer during a protest, prompting a federal civil rights lawsuit against the agency.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

A girl accused her relative of abuse. Then LAPD linked him to a rape unsolved for decades

DNA testing linked a suspect in a recent child abuse case to a 1997 sexual assault in Koreatown.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

What to plant (and what to remove) in California's new 'Zone Zero' fire-safety proposal

California proposed new landscaping regulations for fire-prone areas, creating a 1-foot 'Safety Zone' around homes where no burnable materials are allowed.
New York City
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Corona Garage Inferno Torches Cars As Neighbors Roll Video

A fire in a Queens parking garage destroyed three cars, prompting investigations and highlighting challenges in emergency response due to parking issues.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Two dogs stabbed, one killed while defending historic L.A. cemetery, says heartbroken owner

The cemetery in Compton faces financial hardship and violence from thieves, leading the owner to consider selling after the death of her dog.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Brush fire in Riverside County triggers evacuations, damages at least one home

The Yearling fire in Jurupa Valley grew to 34 acres, damaging one home and prompting evacuations, with 110 personnel responding.
#yolo-county
California
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: Yolo County Explosion Defendants Make Court Appearance

Six defendants, including former sheriff's lieutenant, appear in court over Yolo County fireworks explosion.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Seven Arrested, Including Three County Officials, In Connection With Deadly Esparto Fireworks Explosion

Yolo County sheriff's lieutenant and five others arrested for murder related to deadly fireworks explosion.
California
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: Yolo County Explosion Defendants Make Court Appearance

Six defendants, including former sheriff's lieutenant, appear in court over Yolo County fireworks explosion.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Seven Arrested, Including Three County Officials, In Connection With Deadly Esparto Fireworks Explosion

Yolo County sheriff's lieutenant and five others arrested for murder related to deadly fireworks explosion.
#law-enforcement
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Former Orange County sheriff's deputy had child sexual abuse images on his phone, prosecutors say

A former Orange County sheriff's deputy faces charges for possessing child sexual abuse material and misusing a police database for personal reasons.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Former Orange County sheriff's deputy had child sexual abuse images on his phone, prosecutors say

A former Orange County sheriff's deputy faces charges for possessing child sexual abuse material and misusing a police database for personal reasons.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Evacuations as two wildfires break out in southern California

The Springs fire in Riverside county has grown to 3,500 acres, prompting local authorities to issue several evacuation orders. The fire is concentrated in an area mostly north and east of Lake Perris, burning portions of the surrounding state recreation area.
East Bay (California)
#aviation-safety
California
fromABC7 Chicago
4 days ago

FAA investigating after large chunk of ice crashes through house and lands on couch

A large block of ice fell through a Whittier home, prompting an FAA investigation.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

A chunk of dirty ice crashed through the roof of a Whittier home. FAA is asked to investigate

A block of ice fell from an aircraft, damaging a home in Whittier, prompting an investigation by the FAA.
California
fromABC7 Chicago
4 days ago

FAA investigating after large chunk of ice crashes through house and lands on couch

A large block of ice fell through a Whittier home, prompting an FAA investigation.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

A chunk of dirty ice crashed through the roof of a Whittier home. FAA is asked to investigate

A block of ice fell from an aircraft, damaging a home in Whittier, prompting an investigation by the FAA.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
6 days ago

Fired Sheriff files defamation claim against county

Christina Corpus claims her removal as San Mateo County Sheriff was due to a defamation campaign, not misconduct.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

'Where is your daughter?' intruder shouts in viral Ring video of California home break-in

A man violently attempted to break into a family's home in Fairfield, California, but was confronted and arrested by the homeowner.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Pre-dawn Rosemead street takeover ends with four hospitalized with gunshots

Four people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds during a street takeover in Rosemead, with all victims in stable condition as investigations continue.
California
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Multiple people face charges, including murder, in California fireworks blast

Multiple individuals face murder charges related to a fireworks-warehouse explosion in California that resulted in seven fatalities and two injuries.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Unexplained death after Inglewood traffic stop sparks outcry, calls for police body cameras

Bryan Bostic died after a police stop, prompting calls for an independent investigation due to lack of information from authorities.
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Sheriff names San Carlos' new police chief

I am truly honored to serve as the Chief of Police Services for the city of San Carlos, a community I've had the pleasure of serving throughout my career. It's a big job, but I'm confident that with the support of the city, the sheriff and the great people who work here, we're going to make positive strides in policing that reflect local values.
Mission District
California
fromABC30 Fresno
1 week ago

ICE involved in shooting in Stanislaus County, officials confirm

ICE was involved in a shooting incident in Stanislaus County, with a suspect hospitalized and ongoing investigation.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

Court Orders California Sheriff to Release Personnel Records in Watchdog Investigation | KQED

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office must comply with subpoenas issued by the county's civilian oversight board as part of a whistleblower investigation into alleged misconduct, a state appeals court ruled Thursday.
California
Environment
fromKqed
2 months ago

State Launches Civil Rights Investigation into Eaton Fire Response | KQED

POST purchased most of Juristac to protect over 6,000 acres as a wildlife corridor and cultural site, honoring Amah Mutsun spiritual and ecological values.
#police-shooting
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Beer and flowers stolen on Winchester Boulevard in Campbell

Someone entered a store on Winchester Boulevard and stole a 24-pack of beer. A while later, the same person returned and stole over $400 worth of flowers, then placed them at a statue. Employees from the store later recovered the flowers.
Public health
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Letters: Civilian police oversight panels need clear authority

Clear, legally aligned authority and operational independence are necessary for durable civilian police oversight; Gen Z faces an affordability crisis undermining financial stability.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Suspected prowler allegedly engaged in 'inappropriate behavior,' linked to 6 Oakland incidents: OPD

Oakland police link a man to at least six prowling incidents in East Oakland neighborhoods, with reports beginning in March 2025 and ongoing investigations in Maxwell Park.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

'Some of you will be injured or killed': San Benito sheriff scolds bystanders filming crime scenes in wake of deadly San Jose police shootout

One of the main reasons that cops flock to communities and stay there is directly tied to the amount of support that community gives them. I'm not sure how many of you were almost murdered at work yesterday. But I know one of my guys was,
US news
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Op/Ed: The Cameras We Fear and the Speed We Ignore - Streetsblog California

Both technologies involve cameras mounted on poles designed to read license plates, and at a moment when Americans are rightly more alert to the dangers of unchecked surveillance, it makes sense that people would approach any new camera with skepticism. But similarity at the surface is not sameness in design. These systems are built for different purposes, governed by different statutes, and constrained by different guardrails.
San Francisco
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Bass announces LAPD surge in downtown L.A. after 'despicable' apartment brawl, street takeover

A violent street takeover in downtown Los Angeles escalated into a brawl at an apartment complex, prompting increased police deployment and zero-tolerance enforcement.
Law
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Los Gatos police respond to reports of thrown lemons, stolen logs

A series of vandalism, thefts, battery, noise complaints and attempted identity fraud occurred in late January in Los Gatos.
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

Four arrested in gang-related shooting at California baby shower

Officers responded around 7:15 p.m. to the 2000 block of South Sprague Lane after reports of gunfire. Investigators later determined that four gang members confronted rival gang members who were attending a baby shower in the courtyard at the address. Police said the suspects were armed with two handguns and an AR-style firearm and opened fire into the crowd.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Cal Fire to probe Ventura County response to tractor blaze that reignited into Mountain fire

A week later, powerful Santa Ana winds arrived, picked up some bits of rubber from one of the tractor's scorched tires and carried them over the containment area into dry vegetation, bringing the fire back to life, according to investigators. The subsequent blaze, the Mountain fire, burned nearly 20,000 acres and destroyed roughly 250 homes and structures in Camarillo Hills and nearby communities in western Ventura County.
California
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Authorities seek hit-and-run driver who killed elderly woman in Pacoima

A black Dodge Durango struck and killed an elderly pedestrian in Pacoima, fled without aiding the victim, and a reward up to $50,000 is offered for information.
California
fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
2 months ago

Man arrested after dragging dead coyote through Santa Rosa, police say

A man was arrested after dragging a dead coyote behind his van in Santa Rosa; police found drug paraphernalia and two live dogs.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Naked man threatens worker with umbrella in Los Gatos

PETTY THEFT: 9:25 a.m. at Ivy Park at Los Gatos on Blossom Hill Road. A naked male was walking around an assisted living facility with a bag wrapped around him. He took an umbrella and threatened to hit a worker with it when confronted. Feb. 14 VEHICLE CODE VIOLATION: 12:31 p.m. at Los Gatos Boulevard and Lark Avenue. A male juvenile was riding a red moped with no helmet, texting and swerving.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Vallejo police get help responding to 911 calls from Solano Co. sheriff deputies

We are going to have six deputies and a sergeant lieutenant, and these are actually new markings for our new cars,
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Person fatally struck by car on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu

A pedestrian was killed on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu on Monday night, authorities said. The person was struck by a vehicle near Winding Way about 7:30 p.m., Lt. Aaron Jacob of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said. The driver was cooperative and stayed at the scene, Jacob said. Investigators do not suspect drugs, alcohol or speeding played a role in the collision, he said. The incident is still under investigation.
California
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

San Jose: Man arrested in connection with swarm of suspected vehicle arsons

A 30-year-old man, Jose Rodriguez-Barragan, was arrested for nearly 20 suspected vehicle arsons across San Jose in late January and is held without bail.
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

East Contra Costa men charged with kidnapping, home invasion robbery

Two East Contra Costa men were arrested and charged with nine felonies for allegedly committing two armed robberies and kidnapping during the same day.
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Police: Bystander rammed car into Bay Area jewelry store to block armed robbers

A bystander rammed a vehicle into a jewelry store to thwart a robbery, prompting suspects to flee and resulting in two arrests.
California
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

San Carlos mayor wants to hear from sheriff about crimes

San Carlos seeks better communication with the county sheriff after two recent crimes prompted council concern about notification and police coordination.
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