Oakland police to encrypt radio traffic, cutting off public access
Starting Wednesday, all OPD radio traffic will be encrypted, cutting off public access to real-time dispatch calls for the first time in years.
Starting Wednesday, all OPD radio traffic will be encrypted, cutting off public access to real-time dispatch calls for the first time in years.
Authorities warn of strong rip currents along Bay Area beaches through Monday
The National Service has warned of an increased risk of dangerous rip currents at most Bay Area beaches through Labor Day.
The National Service has warned of an increased risk of dangerous rip currents at most Bay Area beaches through Labor Day.
Cal Fire gears up for peak wildfire season in Bay Area
Cal Fire will be using an arsenal of high-tech tools, to help track and stay ahead of fires.
Cal Fire will be using an arsenal of high-tech tools, to help track and stay ahead of fires.
Rideshare drivers could gain right to unionize under landmark bill
One of two linked California bills would allow Uber and Lyft drivers to unionize and negotiate for better wages and protections.
One of two linked California bills would allow Uber and Lyft drivers to unionize and negotiate for better wages and protections.
Newsom to Trump: Send troops to LA, as in Louisiana
Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans Thursday to send California Highway Patrol officers into more communities to assist local law enforcement, while also admonishing President Trump for suggesting he would send federal troops to the Bay Area.
Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans Thursday to send California Highway Patrol officers into more communities to assist local law enforcement, while also admonishing President Trump for suggesting he would send federal troops to the Bay Area.
Bleach spill on I-280 closes lanes to traffic near Los Altos
Firefighters responded to a chemical spill on Interstate 280 near Magdalena Avenue in Los Altos on Thursday, officials say. The roadway has since been cleared.
Firefighters responded to a chemical spill on Interstate 280 near Magdalena Avenue in Los Altos on Thursday, officials say. The roadway has since been cleared.
Gov. Newsom deploys CHP to more California cities to fight crime
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday announced he is expanding the deployment of the California Highway Patrol in more major cities to fight crime, as statistics show that crime is dropping statewide.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday announced he is expanding the deployment of the California Highway Patrol in more major cities to fight crime, as statistics show that crime is dropping statewide.
Oakland police seize more than 100 vehicles allegedly connected to sideshows
Oakland Police Department released a statement about how they are taking sideshows seriously and have new numbers on how many vehicles, allegedly connected to the illegal shows, have been seized.
Oakland Police Department released a statement about how they are taking sideshows seriously and have new numbers on how many vehicles, allegedly connected to the illegal shows, have been seized.
Amazon accused of misleading consumers into believing they truly own movies they purchased
A class action claims the streaming giant misleads consumers into believing they own films when they only buy revokable licenses.
A class action claims the streaming giant misleads consumers into believing they own films when they only buy revokable licenses.
Motorcyclist killed after colliding with semi-truck on Benicia Bridge, CHP says
The California Highway Patrol says a motorcyclist was killed in an early Tuesday morning crash on the Benicia Bridge after he lost control of his vehicle and collided with a semi-truck.
The California Highway Patrol says a motorcyclist was killed in an early Tuesday morning crash on the Benicia Bridge after he lost control of his vehicle and collided with a semi-truck.
Protesters call for Mayor Lurie to keep Market Street car-free as rideshares return
Drivers can now pick up and drop off at seven locations along Market Street during off-peak hours.
Drivers can now pick up and drop off at seven locations along Market Street during off-peak hours.
Pickett Fire: Firefighters gaining control
The latest Cal Fire report on the 4-day old Pickett Fire, shows it has burned 6,803 acres, but is still only 15% contained, making it a threat if winds pick up. Though still dangerous, this fire is facing relentless assault from forces equal to the task.
The latest Cal Fire report on the 4-day old Pickett Fire, shows it has burned 6,803 acres, but is still only 15% contained, making it a threat if winds pick up. Though still dangerous, this fire is facing relentless assault from forces equal to the task.
San Francisco police recruit dies after mandated training exercise
Jon-Marques Psalms, 30, was hospitalized on Wednesday after the emergency occurred during training and died two days later, according to a statement from the San Francisco Police Department.
Jon-Marques Psalms, 30, was hospitalized on Wednesday after the emergency occurred during training and died two days later, according to a statement from the San Francisco Police Department.
Napa County declares local emergencies in response to Pickett Fire
Napa County officials in the span of two days have declared local emergencies in response to the Pickett Fire, one of which frees up resources to help tackle the roaring blaze.
Napa County officials in the span of two days have declared local emergencies in response to the Pickett Fire, one of which frees up resources to help tackle the roaring blaze.
SFPD recruit dies after suffering ‘medical emergency’ during training exercise
Earlier this year, the recruit joined the SFPD class to pursue his passion to become a law enforcement officer.
Earlier this year, the recruit joined the SFPD class to pursue his passion to become a law enforcement officer.
Brush fire erupts near Dublin
The Parks Fire started Friday afternoon around 3:23 p.m.
The Parks Fire started Friday afternoon around 3:23 p.m.
Calistoga vegetation fire triggers evacuations
CAL FIRE LNU reported at 3:24 p.m. that a fire was burning near the 2300 block of Pickett Road and warned the public to use caution while traveling through the area.
CAL FIRE LNU reported at 3:24 p.m. that a fire was burning near the 2300 block of Pickett Road and warned the public to use caution while traveling through the area.
8 Alameda County sheriff's deputies, medical staff no longer face Santa Rita Jail charges
Six Alameda County sheriff's deputies and two medical staff were officially freed from criminal charges on Thursday, stemming from the death of a man at Santa Rita Jail who lay languishing in his cell for days – while three other deputies remain charged with his alleged negligent care.
Six Alameda County sheriff's deputies and two medical staff were officially freed from criminal charges on Thursday, stemming from the death of a man at Santa Rita Jail who lay languishing in his cell for days – while three other deputies remain charged with his alleged negligent care.
DA to dismiss 8 deputies, medical staff from Santa Rita Jail death
Eight of the 11 Alameda County sheriff's deputies and medical staff originally charged in the death of an Oakland man found languishing in his Santa Rita Jail cell for days will have their cases dismissed, KTVU has learned.
Eight of the 11 Alameda County sheriff's deputies and medical staff originally charged in the death of an Oakland man found languishing in his Santa Rita Jail cell for days will have their cases dismissed, KTVU has learned.
Target’s CEO Brian Cornell will step down, COO to succeed him
Target CEO Brian Cornell will be replaced by chief operating officer Michael Fiddelke in early 2026.
Target CEO Brian Cornell will be replaced by chief operating officer Michael Fiddelke in early 2026.